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Shimmering Shells: Island Oasis Nestled in Bayou!
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Dryer
- Pet-friendly
- Washer
- Air conditioning
- Pool
Explore the area

Sanibel, Florida
- Bowman's BeachPlace, Bowman's Beach15 min walk
- Sanibel Island Southern BeachPlace, Sanibel Island Southern Beach9 min drive
- Captiva BeachPlace, Captiva Beach10 min drive
- Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.)Airport, Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.)54 min drive
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About the area
Sanibel
With a stay at this vacation home in Sanibel (West End), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Sanibel Island Southern Beach and J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge. .This vacation home is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Bowman's Beach and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Blind Pass Beach.
What's nearby
- Bowman's Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
- Blind Pass Beach - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
- Turner Beach - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
- Sanibel Island Southern Beach - 9 min drive - 3.4 km
- Captiva Beach - 10 min drive - 7.1 km
Getting around
- Southwest Florida Intl. Airport (RSW) - 49 min drive
Restaurants
- Phuzzy’s Boat Shack - 79 min drive
- Doc Ford’s Rum Bar & Grille - 12 min drive
- Low Key Tiki - 79 min drive
- Rosalita’s Cantina Sanibel - 8 min drive
- Starbucks - 13 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Shimmering Shells: Island Oasis Nestled in Bayou!
Welcome to "Shimmering Shells" your new island paradise nestled in the beautiful & secluded Sanibel Bayous neighborhood!
This gorgeous west-end home boasts 3 bedrooms plus a loft space & 2 bathrooms and has been updated and outfitted with beautiful upgraded finishes & coastal decor. Come and enjoy all the beauty of our incredible Sanctuary Island and the Sanibel wildlife in all it's glory right in your own back yard! The location to the beach is a leisurely 20 minute walk where you'll spend your days strolling for that rare Junonia shell or enjoying the amazing Florida sunsets! Morning, noon & nights, can be spent in your large private-heated pool made for the whole family to enjoy and relax. So pack you bags, bring your family -- even bring your dog! This is the Sanibel home away from home you've been anxiously waiting to enjoy!
Home amenities include: 3 bedrooms + loft/2 bathrooms -- 1 King bed, 1 Queen bed, 2 Twin beds & 2 pull-out futon sofas (sleeps 8), 4 flat screen Smart TVs (streaming only), WIFI available, washer & dryer, fully equipped kitchen, BBQ gas grill. Pets considered (Dogs only). Bed linens and bath towels included. Beach chairs, towels, and an umbrella are provided for added convenience.
Incidental Damage Benefit - We understand accidents happen! Every booking with Sanibel Vacations includes protection for those incidental accidents causing damage to the property. Applies to incidental damage only with limits. Details in rental agreement.
Please note: ALL of our Single Family Homes require a 28 day minimum rental period per the City of Sanibel. This unit is non-smoking with a maximum occupancy of 8 people.
Sanibel Vacations, or "SBL Vacations" provide a variety of high quality, meticulously attended vacation rental homes and condos on Sanibel & Captiva Islands. We are a boutique vacation rental company who strive to make your next island adventure to be the most relaxing and memorable experience possible. We look forward to seeing you soon!!
RDWL-010943
This gorgeous west-end home boasts 3 bedrooms plus a loft space & 2 bathrooms and has been updated and outfitted with beautiful upgraded finishes & coastal decor. Come and enjoy all the beauty of our incredible Sanctuary Island and the Sanibel wildlife in all it's glory right in your own back yard! The location to the beach is a leisurely 20 minute walk where you'll spend your days strolling for that rare Junonia shell or enjoying the amazing Florida sunsets! Morning, noon & nights, can be spent in your large private-heated pool made for the whole family to enjoy and relax. So pack you bags, bring your family -- even bring your dog! This is the Sanibel home away from home you've been anxiously waiting to enjoy!
Home amenities include: 3 bedrooms + loft/2 bathrooms -- 1 King bed, 1 Queen bed, 2 Twin beds & 2 pull-out futon sofas (sleeps 8), 4 flat screen Smart TVs (streaming only), WIFI available, washer & dryer, fully equipped kitchen, BBQ gas grill. Pets considered (Dogs only). Bed linens and bath towels included. Beach chairs, towels, and an umbrella are provided for added convenience.
Incidental Damage Benefit - We understand accidents happen! Every booking with Sanibel Vacations includes protection for those incidental accidents causing damage to the property. Applies to incidental damage only with limits. Details in rental agreement.
Please note: ALL of our Single Family Homes require a 28 day minimum rental period per the City of Sanibel. This unit is non-smoking with a maximum occupancy of 8 people.
Sanibel Vacations, or "SBL Vacations" provide a variety of high quality, meticulously attended vacation rental homes and condos on Sanibel & Captiva Islands. We are a boutique vacation rental company who strive to make your next island adventure to be the most relaxing and memorable experience possible. We look forward to seeing you soon!!
RDWL-010943
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a private pool and a Smart TV. There's a private lanai. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Guests will find features like wireless internet access and onsite parking.
Property amenities
Beach
- Beach nearby
Pool/Spa
- Heated pool
- Private pool
Internet
- Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transport
- Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Hob
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 3 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
- Sofa bed
Bathroom
- 2 bathrooms
- Hair dryer
- Shower
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Living room
Entertainment
- Smart TV
Outdoor areas
- Gas grill
- Lanai
- Yard
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washer/dryer
Comfort
- Air conditioning
Pets
- Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- Near the sea
Things to do
- Heated pool
- Birdwatching nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Swimming nearby
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Fire extinguisher
Policies
Check-in
Contactless check-in available
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property is also known as
1740-225803