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Explore 60 vacation rentals in Sanibel

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

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60 properties offer extra space & kid-friendly amenities

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Find 20 rentals that welcome pets

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40 properties feature pools

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20 properties have a dedicated workspace

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60 of Sanibel vacation rentals include wi-fi access

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

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

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.

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

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)

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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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Lake access house rentals

Lakeside Sunset / Heated Pool + Sleeps 10

AquaLux Smart Home

SW Exposure Gulf Access Waterfront Cape Coral Home

"The Boho Bliss" - Reset & Recharge Wellness House

Waterfront Villa Capri | Dock + Gulf Access

Lakefront: Heated Pool, Minutes From Sanibel 12PPL

Skyline Tides- Gulf Access- Wide Views- Heat Pool

Charming 2-BR Home w/ AC, Dock & Peaceful.
Lake access apartment rentals

Amazing Captiva Bayside Villa

#1104 Private Beach at Lovers Key Beach Club

Beach/Bay Sunrise/Sunset Paddle Board/Kayak

Vacation in Paradise

Luxury Ocean View

The Oasis: Naples Luxury Condo and Dock

Manatee Suite 2 / Funky Fish House at Cape Harbour

Suite with lake view.
Lake access cottage rentals

Boat Paradise Gulf Access 2,000 sf home 62 ft dock

Beach Life

Simply Natural Farm Getaway

Beach House on pond w/ HEATED pool - sleeps 6

The Green Cottage in Matlacha

Updated Kit W/D On River 1.3 Mi to Beach Sleeps 4

Sunset Cottage: Lake Front

Cape Lake House Lake Front
When is the best time to visit Sanibel?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | ﺩ.ﺇ 918 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,083 | ﺩ.ﺇ 929 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,058 | ﺩ.ﺇ 959 | ﺩ.ﺇ 903 | ﺩ.ﺇ 918 | ﺩ.ﺇ 1,065 | ﺩ.ﺇ 918 | ﺩ.ﺇ 900 | ﺩ.ﺇ 753 | ﺩ.ﺇ 738 |
| Avg. temp | 18°C | 20°C | 21°C | 24°C | 26°C | 28°C | 29°C | 29°C | 28°C | 26°C | 23°C | 20°C |
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