The Tropical Penthouse, Our Beautiful Family Home, Newly Remodeled 2024
Our Tropical Penthouse is at the end of the second building and affords that extra peace and quiet that you search for when you want to get away from all of the hustle & bustle. I WILL HAVE A NEW TOUR SHOWING THE REMODEL: LVP FLOORING, BRAND NEW KITCHEN WITH UPGRADED APPLIANCES, ETC.
NOTE: THE BATHROOMS ARE NEWER: PRISTINE WHITE PORCELAIN WITH OIL-RUBBED BRONZE PLUMBING ACCESSORIES AND A HAND-MADE VANITY FROM INDONESIA IN THE MASTER BATH. THEY WERE NEWLY REMODELED NOVEMBER 2021.
We are located on the third floor and occupy a portion of the fourth floor, due to our soaring ceilings, which allow for a more open feeling. There are only a few of these unique penthouses on the entire island! (Actually, there are no high-rise buildings on Sanibel, but these units are fondly referred to as ''penthouses''). The 1,385 square feet are all on a single floor. My unit number is #283.
Features: VAULTED CEILINGS, Many Architectural Details, TROPICAL Decor, Glass-Enclosed LANAI with Sliders to capture Ocean Breezes. FULLY-Equipped Kitchen WITH UPGRADED APPLIANCES, W/Dryer. 2 Bedrooms, 2 Full REMODELED Baths, Beds: 1 Queen (Hand-carved), 2 FULL SIZED, Convertible Queen, 2 Dining Areas, Beach Chairs, Cable Satellite, 3 TVs (ONE WITH 47'' FLAT SCREEN-COMCAST HD, DVR), 100s of Channels, 2 DVD PLAYERS, Stereo, CD Player, FREE SECURED WIFI, Outside Elevator
Unique Benefits of Our Family Home: Enjoy our deluxe TROPICAL PENTHOUSE. NEWLY REMODELED. We have a private linen/towel service so that everything will be 'hospital-clean' for you. Established island management company attends to your needs. ALL you have to do is RELAX.
From our enclosed and beautifully-furnished lanai, you can enjoy a quiet breakfast overlooking the well-manicured courtyard and watch the birds light on the palms, Bougainvillea plants, and lush foliage. And there is a distant view of the beach and ocean.
Take the stairs or elevator outside, stroll through the courtyard, pass one of the largest pools on the island (heated), and within a couple of minutes, you will find yourself on the world-renown shelling beach, gazing at the aqua waters with nothing between you and Mexico. Your only decision now is whether to sunbathe, swim or walk--without a care in the world.
Later you may want to walk, bike, or ride to local shops & restaurants. Or cross the bridge to find malls, larger grocery stores, movie complexes, and city conveniences.
Family Memories at The Tropical Penthouse: Our family purchased this condo in 1974, and we kept it as our special family retreat, affording us an abundance of wonderful memories. We had fun redecorating several times, and always kept the tropical theme. We only began to share our secret and to rent a few years ago.
We love to swim out to the buoy, lounge on the beach and read books to each other, bird and people watch, and bike 27 miles on safe bike trails. We go to Captiva, have a Starbucks soy milk and bike back again. We kayak, dance and dine at elegant restaurants as well as eat out at the casual restaurants, shop at Periwinkle Place, eat homemade ice cream at Pinocchio's, watch a sunset on the beach, and take romantic walks. Sometimes we even relax and fall asleep on the beautifully hand-carved bed with the comfy mattress, while ocean breezes surround us. We breathe deeply and sleep soundly. We are in our Tropical Paradise!
About Us: I was a ballerina and later had a career in sales/marketing for a fortune 500 company. My husband was a nuclear chemist. We are now both retired, and we return several times a year to enjoy our beautiful, tropical home. Although we have visited many resorts around the world, we have found that we love our Sanibel home the best! We hope that you will have a chance to enjoy our home and island as much as we do!
We want you to feel like honored guests in our home. We will be available to help you as much as possible. But since we are a state away, we have employed a well-established management/rental company to have your keys waiting for you, to answer any questions, and to just be on hand to make sure that everything is running smoothly & that you having the perfect vacation at our special get-away
Of course we love The Tropical Penthouse. It is our family home. But we hope that you will read our reviews to learn how much our other guests have loved our family retreat also.
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Primary renter must be at least 25 years of age.
Terms of rental agreement must be abided.
Maximum of 6 Guests (including infants & children)
No parties or events.
No smoking.
No pets.
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
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A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
Frequently asked questions
Does The Tropical Penthouse, Our Beautiful Family Home, Newly Remodeled 2024 have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at The Tropical Penthouse, Our Beautiful Family Home, Newly Remodeled 2024?
As of 1 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Tropical Penthouse, Our Beautiful Family Home, Newly Remodeled 2024 on 4 July 2026 start from AU$448, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is The Tropical Penthouse, Our Beautiful Family Home, Newly Remodeled 2024 pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at The Tropical Penthouse, Our Beautiful Family Home, Newly Remodeled 2024?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at The Tropical Penthouse, Our Beautiful Family Home, Newly Remodeled 2024?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Tropical Penthouse, Our Beautiful Family Home, Newly Remodeled 2024?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is The Tropical Penthouse, Our Beautiful Family Home, Newly Remodeled 2024 located?
Nestled on the beach, this Mid Island condo building is within a 10-minute walk of Sanibel Island Southern Beach and Sanibel Moorings Botanical Gardens. Causeway Islands Beaches and Bailey's Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We liked the size of the condo, the decor, and the high ceilings with no one above us. The elevator was handy and the covered charging station for e-bikes was helpful. The kitchen had everything you need. The grounds are pretty. The host was very responsive. We plan to come back!
Host was very friendly & reached out to us to make sure we didn’t have any questions/issuesUnit was very clean & comfortable, entire property well maintainedLiked the location of the property on the island & the beach in front of this propertyLiked how this units lanai has sliding glass doors so was able to use it in the morning and on the cooler daysBe aware this units lanai doesn’t offer views of the gulf (clearly stated in listing)
Comfortable, clean, quiet and well furnished for a great stay on Sanibel! Perfect for a family of four. Love the location on the lighthouse end of the island; easy to bicycle to and from this spot. Very easy check in/out. Would definitely stay here again!
Great property, easy check in.
Totally enjoyed every second
Jo T.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Lori H.
22 Aug 2018
Comfortable Accommodations
Other than the place being pretty outdated, it was comfortable for our family of five.
Lori H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Many thanks for staying at my tropical home and for submitting a review. Yes, my home is very comfortable, and it has many timeless treasures from my travels around the world. My guests love that style and tell me that my condo feels like a home, and not a rental. I stay there several times a year to make everything perfect. In the past few months I have replaced many of the major appliances. They do not last very long at the beach. I am in the process of replacing cabinets, etc.. This is taking some time, as I only want the best quality products and the best contractor on the island. It will be outstanding! I hope that you will return again next year to see my completed remodel. Many thanks.
What a lovely place! Lots of room for two people! Tastefully decorated, just enough to celebrate a week by the beach, post Covid. Would stay here again in a heartbeat!
My husband and I stayed here with my sister in law and her husband. The condo is tastefully decorated and had plenty of room. Our beds were comfortable! There were 4 beach chairs and it’s a short walk to the beach. We even enjoyed the pickleball courts.
The condo was beautiful! Wish we had a beach cart to carry chairs and umbrella to beach. (Senior citizens). Weather was perfect! Sad to see all the damages from hurricanes
Nice place. 5 minutes from the beach. Could use a new mattress in the main bedroom! Like sleeping on a rock!
Debora Q.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 June 2022
Hi Deborah!
Many thanks for your five star review!
Also thanks for your suggestion about the mattress. As a wife of a chiropractor, we would always purchase firm mattresses, as they worked great for the many people with back problems.
I just contacted a recent guest, who had stayed at my place for a month, to inquire about the mattress in the master. He said that the mattress there helped his back, and upon his return, he bought the same kind for his own home.
Still, I want you and all of my guests to have optimum comfort. I am researching the mattresses toppers that can be used for guests that prefer a softer mattress. I will be at The Tropical Penthouse in a few weeks and will check this out immediately.
I value my guests and take their comments seriously. I wish that I had known your feelings about the mattress during your stay, as my management company and I would have made sure that you had very comfortable sleeping arrangements.
Deborah, thanks again for choosing my family home and for your five star review. We hope that you will return soon. June 😊😊
This was such a wonderful trip. Me and my 6 year old daughter stayed for 7 days. The condo was so amazing, comfortable, spotlessly clean, stocked with anything random things you may need, and beautiful!!! Perfect room for 4 guests, so VERY spacious for just me and my daughter. Close proximity to the beach; maybe a 2 min walk. Nice pool! Zero complaints. Will definitely plan to revisit next year!
This place was so beautiful and access to beach was great! June stayed in touch with us to see how things were going! ( we have never had an owner do that- great touch!) Condo had updated bathrooms and kitchen! We had great weather and a great time! We would stay here again in a heartbeat!!
We love Sanibel and looked forward to our first time back since Ian. We cannot say enough about how accommodating our host was and over the top attentive to all our needs. This condo is everything the description states and more. We felt relaxed and at home as soon as we arrived.
Loved this condo! Spacious and very comfortable in a wonderful setting with ocean view. The condo complex was beautiful with easy access to major sites and restaurants. The lanai was such a pleasant area for eating and relaxing. The owner, June, was responsive and delightful. Couldn’t have picked a better place for this magical island. Highly recommend.
Caribbean feel at the beach, very clean, comfortable beds, short walk to the sand. The second bedroom was warm so we did buy a fan (which we left in the closet)
C M.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 July 2024
Thanks so much for your wonderful five star review! I am thrilled that you enjoyed our tropical penthouse. It’s my perfect place for relaxation with the tropical Caribbean vibe. I’m here now enjoying my place and the beautiful island. I’m having new plantation shutters installed in the kitchen and the guest bedroom. That should help to make it cooler in those rooms. Thanks so much for the nice little fan! What a great idea! I hope that you will choose my home again for your future vacation. June 😀
We were finally able to come to Sanibel again (travel restrictions lifted) and were pleased with how well the condo met our needs.
The kitchen had all the equipment we needed and the room arrangement allowed the late risers to have their sleep undisturbed by the early risers. The beach was just a few minute walk away and we found that playing shuffleboard was a great afternoon activity..
Staying at this lovely place was so great! It was immaculate and had every single thing we could have needed. The location is fantastic. It is just a short walk to the beach. Our stay was so quiet which was wonderful. The beds are extremely comfortable. June (property owner) was so sweet. She checked in to make sure we were okay. Our intentions are to return next year. We loved staying at the Tropical Penthouse, true paradise❤️
June was such a wonderful, sweet host and her condo is beautiful! It has so much character, a sparkling newly renovated kitchen, blissful air conditioning, an amazing quiet location, and access to pool and beach right outside the door! My family and I really enjoyed every moment of our time and June was so helpful. I highly recommend Sanibel and if you can snag this spot, you'll be right at home. June's style is so fun and has so much more personality than most places. It's just the right size for 4 adults, and the facilities are unbeatable. We will look forward to coming back one day soon!
We absolutely loved our stay. The condo was extremely clean and had everything we needed. The kitchen has everything you need to bring your own food and cook it there which is nice during these covid times. The lanai was a great surprise. We loved having the glass doors open and enjoy the breeze as we enjoyed our meals. This is a very spacious 2 bedroom condo allowing us all to spread out. The walk to the beach was easy.
A beautifully decorated condo with everything we needed. The owner, June, provided excellent assistance when we had to evacuate due to hurricane Milton, and when we were seeking to return. Took real personal interest in our situation and nothing was too much.
A big thanks to Susan at Royal Shell who went above and beyond when we needed help to ensure a prompt return to Sanibel.
All in all a great experience despite the worst Milton could throw at us.
david g.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2024
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Carrie S.
19 Oct 2012
The Smith Family Favorite Vacation Spot
What a Wonderful Trip we had last week at Sanibel-Capitiva Island!! Your Condo is Beautiful and was everything you said it would be!! We didn't want for anything because you had it all. Very Cozy and Confortable! The day we arrived my husband took a much needed catnap on the Lanai. June was so sweet and easy to talk with. We also recommend a trip with Captiva Cruises to Caya Costa Island. Well worth the money. The guides and staff were very nice and the island was so nice. Great Shelling in Crystal Clear waters and saw Dolphins on the way. Perfect Day and a Perfect Trip!!!
Carrie S.
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Many thanks for your wonderful response. We are thrilled that you enjoyed our family home and felt comfortable there. We arrived at our tropical home the same day that you left. We are always so appreciative of our guests who care for and enjoy our home as much as we do. Thank you so much for staying at our home. We home that you will return in the near future. You are always welcomed at our place.
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this property. The kitchen and bathrooms were modern and updated with high end appliances. Furnishings were attractive and comfortable. The main bedroom was tranquil with a wonderful mattess that was unusually high. I'm only 5 ft tall and needed the stepstool found the closet to get up. The lanai was separated from the bedroom and living area by sliding plantation panels. They looked very nice, but did not provide much privacy. It wasn't a problem for us, but could be a concern if a family shared the space. The condo was spotlessly clean and had everything you needed from pots and pans to beach chairs.
Maura W.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
About the host
Hosted by June Casella
I was a ballerina and later had a career in sales/marketing for a fortune 500 company. My husband was a nuclear chemist. We are now both retired, and we return several times a year to enjoy our beautiful, tropical home. Although we have visited many resorts around the world, we have found that we love our Sanibel condo the best! We hope that you will enjoy our family home and island as much as we do. We want you to feel like honored guests in our home. We will be available to help you as much as possible. But since we are a state away, we have employed a well-established management/rental company to have your keys waiting for you, to answer any questions, and to just be on hand to make sure that everything is running smoothly & that you having the perfect vacation at our special get-away
Of course we love The Tropical Penthouse. It is our family home. But we hope that you will read our reviews to learn how much our other guests have loved our family retreat also. It is more like a home than a rental property.
Why they chose this property
Our family purchased this condo in 1974, and we kept it as our special family retreat, affording us an abundance of wonderful memories. We had fun redecorating several times, and always kept the tropical theme. We love to swim out to the buoy, sit on the beach and read books to each other, bird and people watch, bike 27 miles on the paths, kayak, dance and dine at elegant restaurants as well as eat out at the casual restaurants, shop at Periwinkle Place, visit Naples, eat homemade ice cream at Pinnochio's, watch a sunset on the beach, and take a romantic walk. Sometimes we even relax and fall asleep.
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