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Best kept secret on Sanibel, Island living at its best.

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Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Exterior
2 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Dining
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    WasherWasher
  • Pool
    PoolPool
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • Dryer
    DryerDryer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill

Explore the area

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Sanibel, FL
  • Popular LocationSanibel and Captiva Island Visitor's Center2 min walk
  • Popular LocationSanibel Island Northern Beach4 min drive
  • Popular LocationSanibel Island Lighthouse5 min drive
  • AirportFort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.)35 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Best kept secret on Sanibel, Island living at its best.

Welcome to the best kept secret on Sanibel, a private, boutique, enclave surrounded by lush, tropical grounds where quiet serenity abound. Enjoy mesmerizing water views at the bend of shell harbor channel and kick back and take in the abundance of wildlife including ospreys, pelicans and egrets catching their breakfast, and dolphins lazily cruising by while enjoying your favorite beverage right from your loggia/balcony. Take a lazy bike ride around town by way of the amazing bike paths Sanibel has to offer. Revel at any of the sun drenched beaches with a refreshing dip in the Gulf. Work up a sweat at our tennis and pickleball courts then enjoy a refreshing dip in the pool. Oh, and if you decide to explore off island, our location affords on and off Island access virtually in the blink of an eye. We were enchanted from the moment we arrived on Sanibel and Tennis Place, and would love to share these experiences with you. Tennis Place, an enchanting locale to create a memorable vacation that will last a lifetime.

Property manager

Bob Russo 609-680-8079 Carol Russo 609-330-3704

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sun loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Heated pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near coin laundry

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Tennis on site

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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

Vrbo Property
Best Kept Secret on Sanibel Island Living at its Best
Best kept secret on Sanibel Island living at its best.
Best kept secret on Sanibel, Island living at its best. Sanibel

About the neighborhood

Sanibel

Located on the waterfront, this condo is in Shell Harbor, a neighborhood in Sanibel. Sanibel Island Lighthouse and Sanibel Historical Village and Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Sanibel Moorings Botanical Gardens and Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum. Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation and Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf are also worth visiting.
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What's nearby

  • Sanibel and Captiva Island Visitor's Center - 2 min walk
  • Periwinkle Way - 9 min walk
  • Dunes Golf and Tennis Club - 15 min walk
  • Sanibel Island Northern Beach - 4 min drive
  • Sanibel Island Lighthouse - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Southwest Florida Intl. Airport (RSW) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mudbugs Cajun Kitchen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sanibel Deli & Coffee Factory - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cielo Restaurant - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Dante's Coal Fired Pizza - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Sanibel Grill - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Best kept secret on Sanibel, Island living at its best. have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Best kept secret on Sanibel, Island living at its best. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Best kept secret on Sanibel, Island living at its best. ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Best kept secret on Sanibel, Island living at its best. ?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Best kept secret on Sanibel, Island living at its best. located?

Located in Shell Harbor, this condo building is within a 5-minute walk of Sanibel and Captiva Island Visitor's Center, Causeway Islands Beaches, and Bailey's Beach. Sanibel and Captiva Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Center and Periwinkle Way are also within 10 minutes.

Best kept secret on Sanibel, Island living at its best. Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tony M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary
Tennis Place was a super get away for our 40th anniversary. The property was clean, comfortable and convenient. Can’t wait to return!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah S.

Liked: Cleanliness
First trip to Sanibel Island.
Great location. Easy access to get around. Condo had everything we needed. I would stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stay was excellent
Our stay was excellent and we would stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

DEBORAH S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway
Beautiful location with ready access to beaches, bike trails and amazing fishing. The complex is well maintained and the people are very friendly and helpful. If you love sea life just sit near the canal and the dolphins will swim right by you! The owners were readily available if you any questions and the condo has all the supplies that you will need, We had a fantastic vacation!
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Joan N.

Ok for spry boaters and fishing
No elevator and no laundry facilities in unit made for lots of stairs with heavy loads for us old folks. Second bedroom useless for guests with Murphy bed and bikes stored in the room.
Stayed 56 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time on a great property
We loved the unit and the property. Bob made sure to let us know what we needed to know before we came down and offered to get us anything we thought the unit was lacking. It wasn’t (my wife even noted they had chip bag clips!). The location was great on the canal for fishing and the pool was very convenient. We used the supplied bikes every day and the tennis rackets and beach chairs as well. I will definitely stay here again. Thanks Bob!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

David K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay was great, we would love to come back.
If your looking for a great place to stay while visiting sanibel island this is a very good place to stay! The room was furnished with dishes, they have an awesome grilling area, fish cleaning station, bikes for you to use, they had a locker down stairs with chairs fishing pole, anything you need. We loved our stay! Actually if we could have stayed longer we would have neither of us wanted to leave.. it’s in a good location to shopping areas, bait shops and beaches. The canal behind us was great to fish in as well, the sheepshead were biting like crazy. We will definitely be back there!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Suzanne L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise Tranquillity Never Want To Leave
This was our first time to Sanibel. We will be coming back regularly. Bob was the best host. He communicated with us before our trip, at check-in, and after check-out. He has a storage unit with chairs, umbrella, bikes, and noodles. Everything you need to enjoy Bowman’s beach. The sunsets are incredible. We love the location it is quiet and out of the path of the hustle of the island. We walked the paths and beach everyday. Perfect place to reset the brain, body and soul. The unit will hold 4 but space wise it is really perfect for 2. The pictures are true and you get what you see. We even had about a 4 or 5 foot iguana visit us on the pier. The osprey are beautiful and the dolphins early in the morning. Thanks Bob
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021