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Vacation rentals with lake access in Sanibel

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Quick stats about vacation rentals with lake access in Sanibel

  • Total vacation rentals

    Explore 60 vacation rentals in Sanibel

  • Nightly prices starting at

    Sanibel vacation rentals start at ﺩ.ﺇ 220 per night before taxes and fees

  • Verified guest reviews

    Over 110 verified reviews to help you choose

  • Family-friendly vacation rentals

    60 properties offer extra space & kid-friendly amenities

  • Pet-friendly vacation rentals

    Find 20 rentals that welcome pets

  • Vacation rentals with a pool

    40 properties feature pools

  • Rentals with dedicated workspaces

    20 properties have a dedicated workspace

  • Wi-Fi availability

    60 of Sanibel vacation rentals include wi-fi access

  • Popular amenities for guests

    Guests love Kitchen, Wifi, and Pool across Sanibel rentals

  • 4.8 Average rating

    Sanibel stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.8 out of 5!

Top-rated lake access rentals in Sanibel

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An outdoor space features a screened-in pool area with a rectangular swimming pool and a hot tub. Poolside lounge chairs with blue cushions are arranged around a small table. Lush greenery is visible in the background, enhancing the private ambiance.
Villa in Burnt Store
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 136 reviews

LAST Minute! NEW Villa-Heated Saltwater Pool & Spa

Experience Cape Coral like never before all from this gorgeous 3bedroom, 3bath villa. This elegant villa boasts a vibrant interior decorated with Italian furniture and fully equipped kitchen. Begin your day with a few laps in the private pool before heading to the Yacht Club Public Beach, Sun Splash Family Waterpark or Pine Island to soak up some sun! After adventurous days, continue making memories back home with a family barbecue and a soak in the hot tub or have a movie night with loved ones!

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Home in Pelican
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 101 reviews

Skyline Paradise Retreat

Welcome to Skyline Paradise, a striking modern home offering quick Gulf access and breathtaking views of prestigious Britannia Lake. Designed for luxury, comfort, and entertainment, this one-of-a-kind retreat features a 75-foot Olympic-length heated pool with an integrated hot tub, LED lighting, and expansive outdoor living areas that embrace Florida’s indoor–outdoor lifestyle. An outdoor kitchen on the lanai invites you to cook, dine, and gather with friends and family while overlooking the sp

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A scenic view showcases a private deck featuring a spa and circular seating area, positioned near lush greenery. The serene beach is visible in the background, leading to calm waters under a softly lit sky at sunset, creating a tranquil coastal atmosphere.
Home in Captiva
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 49 reviews

Beachfront North Captiva | Rooftop Deck | Hot Tub

No bridges. No cars. No crowds. Stella Maris sits directly on the Gulf on North Captiva — a private barrier island reachable only by boat. Step off your deck onto white sand. Watch dolphins from your 360° rooftop deck at sunset. 3 bedrooms, each with private en-suite bath. Cathedral ceilings, gourmet kitchen, formal dining with Gulf views, stone fireplace, hot tub, and included golf cart. Dual club access — Safety Harbor Club included; optional Island Club for pools, kayaks, bikes, and pool bar.

Top guest favorite
A spacious deck extends over the canal, surrounded by lush palm trees. Comfortable seating is arranged around a fire pit, with a paddleboard propped nearby. A BBQ grill is visible, inviting outdoor dining in a serene waterfront setting.
Home in East Naples
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 152 reviews

Boaters Bayshore Bungalow w/HOT TUB view of water.

BRING YOUR BOAT! This ranch home is located on a canal with direct access to the Gulf/Naples Bay(no bridges). Amazing water sports access. In the cool/hip Bayshore Arts district! Great restaurants, Naples Botanical Gardens, boating, 3 miles to DT Naples and 4 to the best beaches. This is a perfect family/friends vacation spot. We have all the gear to enjoy this location. Quiet neighborhood/newly renovated/great views. Coffee on the deck with sunrise in front of you or drinks at sunset. Serenity

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Home in Cape Coral
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 101 reviews

Gulf Access/Dockside Sunsets/All Day Sun

Enjoy your vacation at our bright and welcoming waterfront home featuring a heated saltwater pool, all-day sun, and unforgettable canal sunsets right from the dock or lanai. With Gulf-access boating, a quiet palm-lined neighborhood, and a fully stocked home, it’s the perfect retreat for relaxing, exploring, and soaking up the Florida sunshine. -All-day sun on pool and dock -Heated saltwater pool -Quiet palm-lined canal -Two kayaks for guest use -Fenced yard & pet-friendly (with approval)

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A serene beach scene showcases smooth, soft sands meeting the gentle waves of a turquoise ocean. A piece of driftwood rests in the foreground, complementing the clear blue sky and tranquil waters that stretch into the horizon.
Home in Captiva
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 154 reviews

Steps to Beach Captiva Includes CLUB & Golfcart

BOOKING SUMMER 2026 HOST PAYS AIRBNB FEE ! SPECIAL Golf Cart and Club amenities Included North Captiva Island Cottage! Just steps away from the Gulf's pristine shores, this cozy retreat offers a private hot tub, perfect for families and beach enthusiasts. Enjoy modern amenities, a well-stocked pantry, and a complimentary golf cart to explore the island. Pet-friendly(small fee) accessible by ferry, boat, or plane. With beach gear, access to the club pool, and proximity/ steps to the beach

Top guest favorite
A spacious outdoor seating area is featured, showcasing a glass-top table surrounded by six chairs. The patio is complemented by a gas grill on one side. Large sliding doors provide a view of the interior dining area and kitchen, blending indoor and outdoor settings.
Home in North Naples
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 205 reviews

Gulf Access Canal, Kayaks, Bikes, Dock, Wildlife

A renovated mid century modern house with natural peaceful views out of every window and slider. No detail spared, as it was going to be our forever home. Located on an ocean access canal, extremely safe, quaint and friendly neighborhood, just off 41. The backyard has a large shaded sitting area with a gas grill and fire pit. The dock hangs over the water with seating and swim ladder. 2 tandem kayaks, fishing rods & tackle, adult & children’s bicycles, beach chairs, and so much more.

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Villa in Pelican
5 out of 5 average rating, 3 reviews

Intervillas Florida - Villa The View

The View – Luxury Waterfront Villa with Infinity Pool & Sunset Views The View welcomes you from the very first moment with breathtaking, wide lake views and spectacular sunsets that turn every day into an unforgettable experience. Perfectly located in a quiet and highly desirable position on one of the lower 8-Lakes, the villa offers direct boat access, allowing you to reach the River and the Gulf of Mexico in a short and scenic ride – ideal for boating enthusiasts and water lovers.

Top guest favorite
A sunlit pool area is framed by palm trees, with views of the canal and neighboring homes in the background. Comfortable loungers are positioned along the poolside, inviting relaxation amidst the tranquil waterfront setting.
Home in Fort Myers Beach
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 111 reviews

Paradise on canal minutes to Ft Myers Beach/Gulf

Beautiful 3 Bedroom, 3 bath home on a canal with a dock! Bring your boat or jet skis! Enjoy a relaxing stay watching the dolphins and manatee right off the dock. This exquisitely updated home has everything you need for a fantastic vacation. Especially location! 5 minutes to Ft Meyers Beach. Enjoy the resort right in your own backyard. New pool with hot tub and sun shelf. Enjoy beautiful sunsets off the huge patio. Trolly to beach at neighborhood entrance or walk to in minutes.

Guest favorite
Home in Pelican
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 13 reviews

Luxury Waterfront Escape - Private Pool & Jacuzzi

Managed by a small team as a family business, you will get the VIP treatment. Heated pool and jacuzzi all year. Gulf access. Boat dock. Escape to a luxury lakefront retreat in Cape Coral with direct Gulf access! Relax by the pool, entertain in the outdoor kitchen with TV lounge, or dock your boat right at the private dock. Inside, enjoy a chef’s kitchen, modern open living, and a dedicated office. Perfect for upscale travelers seeking comfort, style, and waterfront adventure.

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A solar-heated swimming pool features clear turquoise water within a screened enclosure. Lush greenery and trees are visible in the background, complemented by soft lighting from the setting sun. A white pool edge and a handrail provide access to the water.
Home in Bonita Springs
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 183 reviews

Bonita Oasis

Relax at the solar heated pool and enjoy the serenity of the beautiful, and peaceful 0.6 acres of land with a natural pond where different types of birds like egrets, herons, and ducks can be seen. Close to shopping, dining and just 7.5 mi to Bonita Beach Park. If you play Golf, The Bonita Fairways Public Golf Club is 2.8 mi. Or buy a day pass at the Hyatt Regency and spend the day at the lazy river and waterslides. The backyard is all fenced in, ideal to let your dog run.

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Home in Villas
4.83 out of 5 average rating, 203 reviews

Blue Beach Bungalow

3 large bedrooms (3 king sized beds) with TV in everyroom, plus a full den, laundry room, HEATED pool and the house has its own beach with an in-ground fire pit that seats 12, lounge chairs, and sunset views! Walking distance to shopping centers, great restaurants, 20 minutes to RSW Airport and Fort Myers' white-sand beaches, perfect for a romantic get-away and 10 minutes from downtown Fort Myers Completely remodeled in July of 2021 with brand new appliances electronics,

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