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Secluded gulf-front retreat with stunning ocean views - Sanibel Island - Golden Beach #1

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Beach
Living area
Private kitchen
Property grounds
Living area

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Heated pool
  • Garage parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Sanibel, FL
  • Place, Gulfside City Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Sanibel Island Southern Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Secluded gulf-front retreat with stunning ocean views - Sanibel Island - Golden Beach #1

Experience the ultimate beachfront escape in this exclusive townhome community, Professionally managed by Gulf Coast Vacation Rentals, nestled at the end of a serene street along the Gulf of Mexico. With only four residences on the property, you'll enjoy the perfect blend of privacy and luxury. Take in the warm coastal breezes and spectacular Gulf views from the heated swimming pool, or relax in the spacious 2,000-square-foot Unit #1, designed to make your vacation unforgettable.

Inside, the main living level offers an open-concept layout with a light and airy Florida feel. The newly renovated kitchen boasts solid surface countertops, stylish wood cabinets, and a breakfast bar perfect for gathering. Relax in the living room, complete with a sleeper sofa, smart TV, and wall-to-wall sliding doors leading to a screened balcony where the Gulf breeze becomes part of your experience. A convenient half-bath is also located on this level.

Upstairs, you'll find three inviting bedrooms, each with an ensuite bathroom. The first guest bedroom features two twin beds and a tub/shower combo, while the second guest suite offers a king-size bed, smart TV, and a private bathroom with a walk-in shower. The third suite also includes a king-size bed, smart TV, and a bathroom with a tub/shower combo. Both suites provide stunning, panoramic beach views through expansive windows.

This property comes fully equipped for your comfort and convenience, offering high-speed internet, beach chairs, towels, a BBQ grill, and even a hairdryer. . Store your vehicle and gear safely in the private garage and enjoy easy access to the Gulf waters just steps from your door.

Furry friends welcome! Up to 2 pets allowed. The pet fee for the first pet is collected through Vrbo. If you're bringing a second pet, an additional non-refundable fee must be paid directly to the management company after booking. SORRY, NO CATS.

Located near charming shops, local dining, and outdoor adventures, this smoke-free property is a tranquil retreat where the best of coastal living awaits. Don't miss the chance to unwind in style and comfort—book your stay today!

​​​​​​​House Rule: No smoking. No burning candles inside of lodging. No parties.

Dwelling License RDWL-012009 .

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

Pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9877387
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
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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Sanibel

Located in Mid Island, a neighbourhood in Sanibel, this condo is near theme parks and on the beach. While the natural beauty of Sanibel Island Southern Beach and Estero Boulevard Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Key West Express. BIG Arts Center and Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and cycling nearby.
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Sanibel, FL

What's nearby

  • Gulfside City Park - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Sanibel Island Southern Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Periwinkle Way - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Sanibel Island Lighthouse - 11 min drive - 8.3 km

Getting around

  • Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jerry's Foods - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Turtles Tiki Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Doc Ford’s Rum Bar & Grille - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪MudBugs Cajun Kitchen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Marketplace At Sundial - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Secluded gulf-front retreat with stunning ocean views - Sanibel Island - Golden Beach #1 pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Secluded gulf-front retreat with stunning ocean views - Sanibel Island - Golden Beach #1?

As of 15 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Secluded gulf-front retreat with stunning ocean views - Sanibel Island - Golden Beach #1 on 23 May 2026 start from AU$441, 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.

How much is parking at Secluded gulf-front retreat with stunning ocean views - Sanibel Island - Golden Beach #1?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Secluded gulf-front retreat with stunning ocean views - Sanibel Island - Golden Beach #1?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded gulf-front retreat with stunning ocean views - Sanibel Island - Golden Beach #1?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Secluded gulf-front retreat with stunning ocean views - Sanibel Island - Golden Beach #1 located?

Nestled on the beach, this Mid Island condo building is within a 15-minute walk of Sanibel Island Southern Beach and Gulfside City Park. Sanibel Island Golf Club and J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

7.8

Good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 11 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Check-in

6.0/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

7.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Karen P.

Great Week!

Lovely house! Easy walk onto the beach and loved the private pool!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Shannon L.

Great location- beautiful, on a dead end road, friendly neighborhood.

For us there is no other way to describe our experience then a pros and cons list and others can decide what matters to them. Pro's Great location- beautiful, on a dead end road, friendly neighborhood. Quiet- only 4 units total Right on the beach- SO helpful with young kids Full stocked kitchen Enough supplies Clean pool Plenty of space for 5 people Enough towels, pillows, blankets Front porch amazing! Con's Overall felt dirty Cockroach in drawer and two crawling across floor Maintenance person came without communication from anyone King bed is really two beds put together. There were many pros so it wouldn't have felt right to say don't choose this rental. Hopefully the lists above help you make a decision based on what is important to you.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

zarthur g.

Perfect for a family vacation

Noisy nearby due to restoration. Plumbing effluent nearby. Spacious kitchen and living area. Nice location to beach and bike trails.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Tom S.

Perfection in Paradise

This condo unit was absolutely perfect in every way: Great location at end of road with no traffic. Directly on beach. Extremely clean. Bedroom suite's views were breathtaking...(better than the pics). Had the pool to ourselves. Wonderful management folks to work with.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

zarthur g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect property for a family vacation

Washer and dryer were a nice surprise. Noise neaqrby from restoration. Plumbing effluent by property. Location and spaciousness were great. Kirtchen was nicely accessorized.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Apr 2024
Thank you for the wonderful 5-star review! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us! We hope to see you again soon!
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Edward D.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Terrible Accommodations for such a nice location - unclean

Pool and surrounding area was filthy dirty for our family; the garage door didn't work and the pool was unheated - these latter two eventually fixed but inconvenient for the outrageous price of the rental!!Sanibel Beach Club II when renovated in 2025 is a much better place to stay and also very close to the beach - it is walkable to shops and restaurants too! Better Value!
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May 2025
Hi Edward. Thank you for stopping in at Golden Beach #1. Apologies for the late response. Thank you for sharing your feedback, and we’re truly sorry your experience didn’t meet expectations. We apologize for the condition of the pool area upon arrival and the initial inconvenience with the garage door and pool heat. While we’re glad those issues were eventually resolved, we understand how frustrating the timing must have been—especially given the importance of a smooth and comfortable stay. Your comments have been shared with our maintenance and cleaning teams to help us improve moving forward. We appreciate your honesty and hope to have the opportunity to provide a much better experience in the future.
Verified

8/10 Good

Joan E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Great property, not great management company

This was our first visit to the island since Hurricane Ian. We were excited to see the recovery efforts and the Sanibel friendliness all around the island. This property was perfect for our family of grandparents, adult children and two teenagers. It was clean, well stocked for kids who want to eat every two hours, and an easy walk to the beach. The only negative was the lack of welcome communication and flexibility of the Gulf Coast Vacation Rental Company.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Apr 2024
Thank you for the review. We apologize for any lack of communication and do hope that you will rent with us again!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

kate w.

Super stay despite smelly water outlet issue

As reported to Beth, there is a regular overflow of water to the right of the property that discharged frequently creating nasty odour and attracted mosquitoes. I realise there are mosquitoes in Florida but this was the one thing for us that let the property down as the overflow of water did not appear consistent with the high standards for the rest of the property. BBQ was dirty when we arrived too.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Gregory C.

Beautiful beach front location

Stunning beach & gulf water views from the lanai & living area as well as from the two primary bedrooms. The pool was clean and warm; garage was a nice asset and we had everything we needed, including beach chairs and towels. The only big negative is a groundwater run off pipe discharging horrid rotten egg smelling water next to the lanai which permeates the lanai [spoiling the ambience, we would need to leave the lanai and go inside with doors closed]. And, if windows/doors open, it also permeates the living areas. Plus, at night, with bedroom windows open, the awful odor also comes upstairs into the bedrooms. It's really bad and if this could be corrected, the house would be perfect. We are on the fence as to whether we would rent here again because of the ongoing bad odors; maybe it can be corrected with a long run off pipe keeping the odor further away from the house.
Verified

8/10 Good

Gregory C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful beach front location

Stunning beach & gulf water views from the lanai, living room and two primary bedrooms. The pool was clean and warm; garage was a nice asset and we had everything we needed including beach chairs & towels. The only big negative is a groundwater run off pipe discharging horrid rotten egg smelling water next to the lanai which permeates the lanai & spoiling the ambience, we would need to leave the lanai and go inside with doors closed. But if windows/doors open, it also permeates the living areas. Plus, at night, with bedroom windows open, the awful odor comes upstairs into the bedrooms. It's really bad and hopefully this could be corrected. We are on the fence as to whether we would rent here again because of the ongoing bad odors; maybe it can be corrected with a long run off pipe keeping the bad odors further away from the house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Mar 2025
Hi, Gregory. We’re so glad you enjoyed the beachfront location, stunning views, and all the amenities that made your stay comfortable! That being said, we truly appreciate your honest feedback about the odor from the runoff pipe. We understand how that could be disruptive, and we’ll be looking into possible solutions with the appropriate parties. Your input is invaluable, and we hope we can welcome you back in the future under better conditions.
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Karen I.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May 2025
Hi Karen, Thank you for stopping in at Golden Beach #1, and please accept our apologies for the delayed response. We’re sorry to see that your experience didn’t meet expectations. We truly wish we had received more details so we could better understand what went wrong and how we can improve. Your feedback is important to us, and we’re always striving to provide a better experience for our guests. If you’d be willing to share more, we’d genuinely appreciate the opportunity to learn and do better.

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