Let the stress fade away at Beach Villa (Phone number hidden by Airbnb) This 2 bedroom, 2 bath Gulf front beach villa located within the South Seas Resort has so much to offer you'll have to experience it yourself. *This Villa requires a 7 night minimum stay* If you love spectacular views, sunsets to match, and being within walking distance to the quaint village shops, restaurants, and fun of Captiva Island, the Beach Villa (Phone number hidden by Airbnb) is perfect for you! This 2 bedroom, 2 baths Gulf-front retreat is located within the world-class South Seas Resort at the tip of Captiva Island, and it only gets better with each visit. Beach Villa (Phone number hidden by Airbnb) is beautifully appointed with newer furnishings and mattresses and is fully stocked with everything you need to make your stay more enjoyable. Have meals on the spacious lanai as the sun sets over the horizon, or enjoy the quirky Island vibe of Captiva Island's unique restaurants, bars, and art galleries located just a short walk away. This property is on the 2nd floor, which gives you expansive views but is close to the elevator for your convenience. *** New Living Room Couch and Loveseat. October (Phone number hidden by Airbnb) *** AVOID being scammed. We will never ask you to send money via (Hidden by Airbnb) or to a private individual. Always book directly with Select Vacation Properties or trusted travel sites. *This condominium requires a 7-night minimum stay* SATURDAY TO SATURDAY BOOKINGS ONLY. Should you need odd day bookings please call Select Vacation Properties CANNOT BOOK MORE THAN A YEAR IN ADVANCE. Please do not book flights until speaking and confirming vacation with Select Vacation Properties. Please be aware that accommodations booked through third-party agencies do not have full access to the amenities within the South Seas Resort, ie no trolley, main pool, beach chairs, and cabanas, or kids programs, on-site restaurants, or ice cream shop. In order to have access to such amenities, you must book direct with South Seas Plantation. If you have questions, comments or concerns pleased contact us anytime. Thank you!* Checking in with us is easy! This property is managed by Select Vacation Properties which is one of the most trusted, awarded and recognized names on Sanibel and Captiva Islands, and we have been in the same location right here on Sanibel for more than 13 years! We will always reach out to you in advance to provide you with plenty of information between booking and your stay dates, but if you ever have any questions about anything at all, feel free to call us anytime toll free at (Phone number hidden by Airbnb) To check-in with us, just come to our office at (Phone number hidden by Airbnb) Periwinkle Way, Sanibel, FL (Phone number hidden by Airbnb) in Bailey’s Center), and meet our friendly staff who will have your keys and check-in packet ready and waiting. All the information you need will be in your envelope including the keys, directions to the unit, wifi info (like the network name and password), parking passes as needed and plenty of other info you might find important or informative. When arriving after business hours (8:30 to 5 PM every day except Sunday), we have a lockbox on the wall to the left side of our front door here at our office at Bailey's Center. We will put everything in packet with your name, unit and reservation number on the outside and you will find this inside the lockbox and the code is 711. Just open the box, find your envelope and you are all set! We always have someone on-call 24/7, so if you have any problems, you just call us toll free, and we will take care of it for you! If you have any other questions, comments or concerns, please don’t hesitate to call any time, and we look forward to seeing you on Sanibel soon! If you ever have any questions about anything at all, whether it is about the property, things to do on the Island, restaurants or anything else, call us at Select Vacation Properties anytime toll free at (Phone number hidden by Airbnb) Alternately, if you are already on-island, you can use our local number which is (Phone number hidden by Airbnb) In case of emergencies after normal business hours, we have an answering service for all of our lines, so leave a message with our agent, and our 24/7 on-call personnel will get back to you immediately. For email inquiries you can reach us at (Email hidden by Airbnb) or at (Email hidden by Airbnb) and we will respond by the next business day. To speak to us in-person, just stop by our office at (Phone number hidden by Airbnb) Periwinkle Way, Sanibel Island, Fl (Phone number hidden by Airbnb) anytime between the hours of 8:30 AM and 5 PM every day except Sunday. We love our island guests, so we encourage you to stop in to meet our team, have a cup of coffee and a chat! Sanibel Island is recognized as one of the world’s best beaches. It is also known as one of the best family getaway locations for island vacations. The island is very close to the mainland, but it feels like another world. Gentle aquamarine waters of the Gulf of Mexico, golden sand and warm sun hold sway throughout the year. Sanibel is 12 miles long and 4 miles wide, and is famous for the world-class shelling beaches which stretch along the coast. The unique geographical orientation from east to west makes the beaches perfect for collecting shells from the Gulf of Mexico. With no traffic lights, neon or high-rises, Sanibel has an authentic old-world Island charm. It is unlike anything else in The United States and a Sanibel Island vacation is a dream. The Sanibel-Captiva Barrier Islands are a relatively new geological feature. It was formed within the last 6,000 years – a geological blink of an eye. The islands formed as a result of siltation and accretion, as sand was pushed onto the bedrock forming the sea floor at the edge of the mainland. Nearly half of the 12,000-acre island is designated for conservation and preservation. This is most notably in the form of the J.N. “Ding” Darling Wildlife Sanctuary, which is the largest undeveloped mangrove sanctuary in the United States. 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Since that time, Sanibel has been one of the best kept secrets for vacationers lucky enough to discover it. Through conservation, care and the love of the people who live, work and visit here, the Island maintains the rustic seaside charm which has made it the gem of the Gulf for the last 100+ years. Modern Day Sanibel Island hasn’t changed much. There are no traffic lights, and one main road. In addition, boutique shops and restaurants are alive with character. People are friendly, and it is one of the safest cities in America. Perfect for families, and pets are welcome at many hotels, condos and beaches. Furthermore, warm, sunny days are the norm, and the beaches are never crowded. The water is warm and calm, and the bottom is soft. Half of the island is conservation lands or sanctuaries. The Island also has activities for everyone. You can spend the day fishing, snorkeling or swimming. Collect shells from the beach or sunbathe. Go hiking, bike riding or kayaking. Watch live music while you eat at one of the great restaurants. Check out the Farmers markets, or visit the great art galleries. Whatever you like to do, you will find it on Sanibel Island.