Tropical Sanibel cottage, walk to beach, pet friendly! New 2026 availability!

Note: Cottage is currently being lifted up, and will have decking with patio furniture, plus a cargo lift for your luggage, groceries, etc. It will be finished by early fall 2025. Totally refurbished and re-landscaped since Ian! Located on a secluded lane just steps off the Gulf bike trail and a short walk/bike ride to a private Gulf of Mexico beach, this spacious, 2 bedroom / 2 bath beach cottage (sleeps 4) has the best of both worlds—Old Florida charm and completely updated! Relax with your morning coffee on the enclosed lanai or private deck, surrounded by mature palm trees—you might just get a visit from an egret, heron, or Ibis! This spacious, cheery cottage has everything you need for your “home-away-from-home” stay—WIFI YouTube TV, 2 flat-screen TVs, updated kitchen and breakfast bar, dishwasher, washer/dryer; as well as all linens, towels, and a fully equipped kitchen. To totally enjoy your island experience, we have two FREE bikes for your suite, plus bike trailer, beach chairs, umbrella, beach wagon-- even beach toys for the kids! Walk the beach for some of Sanibel’s famous shells, or simply relax under the umbrella with a book, and drink in the sounds and smells of the sea—keep an eye out for the dolphins! . Owners live in the other suite. The suites are separated by a room being updated with a weight bench and extra bed, so no shared walls, and total quiet and privacy. Back areas separated by a privacy fence. FEATURES • Charming, secluded location; only one other home on lane! • Ground-floor, easy-access 2-suite cottage, with solid wall construction for quiet and privacy. Free-standing home—no condo! • Park under the cottage, next to the stairs, cargo lift to your front door!! • Extra shared room separates the two suites--no shared living wall. • Native, island landscaping, including private back yard with gas BBQ. • Mid-island location, convenient to fishing pier and Sanibel Lighthouse, as well as all bike trails, local shops, grocery, and restaurants—most only a short bike / car ride. • Shower off your sand under the stars in the outdoor shower with HOT and cold water. • Separate exercise room coming with weight bench and day bed. • Family games, sand toys for the kids, books, DVDs—everything you need to settle into your beach “home-away-from-home”! • Pets allowed with approval,. Sanibel is world-renowned for its beautiful shelling beaches (ranked 3rd in the world). This special island that remains the way nature intended, with over 2/3 of the island dedicated as a wildlife sanctuary, and 22 miles of bike paths for hiking, biking, and experiencing nature. Adding to the natural, laid-back atmosphere, you won't find a traffic light or any building over three stories. Wildlife is in abundance on Sanibel, with some of the most fabulous birding found right here. If you like kayaking or canoeing, this is the place for you. From nature to boating, sailing, and fishing, to bicycling, golf, and tennis, this spectacular tropical island has it all!