Beachfront Penthouse at Sanibel Harbor
Apartment in Punta Rassa, FL
10 guests · 5 bedrooms · 4 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area
Includes essentialsPool, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more
About this apartment rental
This condo is the penthouse in the Bay View Tower on the grounds of Sanibel Harbor. There are two master bedrooms, two additional bedrooms, can sleep up to 10 people. The condo has access to the ocean, a pool, hot tub, tennis courts, spa, and 3 restaurants/bars without having to leave the grounds! The location is also a short drive to Sanibel and Captiva Island as well as Fort Myers Beach. The Bay View Tower that the condo is located in is right next to Sanibel resort, which you can rent boats, jet skis, paddle boards, and kayaks through. This location is perfect for people who are interested in a nice vacation with adults or families looking to have everything in one place. The condo also has a full kitchen, media room, ocean views, and two decks to relax on! There are three excellent restaurants on the grounds, but the location is also only a short drive from award winning restaurants. The location is only minutes away from Sanibel and Captiva Island, and a short trip to Fort Myers Beach.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV
Wheelchair accessible
Gym or Fitness Center
Map of Punta Rassa, FL
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Ratings and reviews
2.0 / 10.0
Upon entering the condominium, we immediately noticed severe cracks in one of the large panoramic windows in the main area. Further observations revealed that the power shades covering the panoramic windows did not function properly preventing certain power curtains from opening or closing.
Not all the under-counter kitchen lights worked. The refrigerator ice maker did not make ice. The dishwasher leaked. The Keurig coffee maker was full of mold and had to be thoroughly washed.
The clothes dryer was not functioning properly. Technician reported that the vent had collapsed inside the wall and was not venting to the outside.
Issues with all 4 bedrooms, one had a slow leak in the faucet, another bedroom had a broken drawstring in the window shades, the third bedroom pillows covered in mold.
All bathrooms: the bath towels and bathroom throw mats were old and needed to be replaced.
The two vacuum cleaners that were left in the closet did not work.
Even though we were told that the condominium pool and jacuzzi would be completed by the time we arrived, construction was not expected to be completed for at least another month.
One of the two elevators in the building, one was shut down for our entire stay. The elevator service was extremely slow.
The private roof top deck was destroyed during the storm and not available.
If not for adjacent Marriott property allowing us to use their pool, (which came at an additional price), we would not have made do with the situation.
10.0 / 10.0
The property looks as beautiful as the photos. There are 3 en-suite bedrooms and bathrooms on the first floor ( 2 Kings one Queen) and one more king en-suite upstairs. There is also a covered patio overlooking the water. It has a bonus TV room on the first floor. The owner was great and very attentive and responsive. Regina and his cleaning crew were great as well as the property manager Louis! Would highly recommend this property!
10.0 / 10.0
My family stayed here over Christmas and we enjoyed the condo and surrounding area. The property is setup nicely for family stays and entertaining. We appreciated the smooth self check in and the interior of the property was immaculately clean.
10.0 / 10.0
The Penthouse was a great setup for our family. Plenty of room for everyone and the view was just awesome. We spent lot's of time at the Marriott pool next door and the amenities and service at the Marriott were excellent. We may book this Penthouse again and what a great location for a family event.
10.0 / 10.0
Great communication with owners. Beautiful views. Spacious. Good location
10.0 / 10.0
Amazing place. Our family loved it!
2.0 / 10.0
A concerning, disappointing stay
Although we enjoyed our stay and the amenities of the Marriott property, we had many concerns with the condo and were very disappointed with the inability to use the entire premises. Of the four bedrooms, one had a note on it that said not to use the room. We were not aware of this until we got there. Fortunately there were only two couples and a teenager. There was a fan on in that bedroom going the entire weekend and what looked to be a large water stain on the carpet. There was also some kind of fan on in the media room that vented out to the front patio area. Again, we were not made aware of these issues and that made two more rooms not able to be used. I don't think anyone wants to sit on patio furniture with a fan venting from another room that blows on them. When renting a property, it is understandable for some things to be broken. For instance, the sink in the master bedroom downstairs was broken and you were not able to fill the sink. The ice maker in the kitchen had a note on it that said it didn't work. Three rooms that aren't available and windows that were not able to be opened,....those things are concerning. I believe when you are on vacation, you should be able to relax. Your stay should be exceptional. You should not be calling people to get rooms working. It was not relaxing or exceptional. No one checked in to see how things were going. No one followed up afterward. Fortunately, the weather was beautiful, the food in the area was delicious, and the Marriott property was wonderful. But our stay at this property was not a happy one.
8.0 / 10.0
Beautiful spacious condo- needs some maintenance
The property was beautiful and the condo was spacious with beautiful views. The pictures on line are very accurate. We stayed with another family and the 8 of us (all adults) had more than enough room. We enjoyed the views and the front and back patios. The condo was well stacked with sheets, towels, pillows, and pretty much anything you need for the week. However, the condo is in need of some maintenance/repairs. The biggest issue was that the air conditioning in the main part of the condo (kitchen/family room) was not working. We could never get the temp in that are below 76 degrees, even when closing all the blinds to keep the sun out. This unfortunately also made the bedroom closest to the kitchen uncomfortably warm for sleeping. We did tell the owner and he suggested we use the portable a/c that was kept in the closet. The space is way too large for a portable air conditioner and the unit needed to be vented outside - meaning a door had to be kept open to use it! This was a very big issue for us. There were a few other things as well- such as the refrigerator door makes a loud noise whenever it was opened (like a spring in the door was busted), the ice machine in the wet bar was not working and there were a few other minor things. (We did no report them during our stay). Overall we enjoyed our stay but with the air conditioning not working we were uncomfortably warm most days.
10.0 / 10.0
Beauty place and location
Everything went smooth as silk! Super spacious and great location.
Could have been cleaner, but it was great in every other way.
10.0 / 10.0
FL
Nice location
8.0 / 10.0
Exceptional in every way
Well equipped and clean. Location is A+. Can’t wait to go back!
10.0 / 10.0
Great Location
Easy to get on and off Sanibel Island. Close to amenities as needed.
10.0 / 10.0
Endless Views
The views from the unit are breath taking and the location could not be better. Easy access to grocery store and shops while still being able to get on and off the island is perfect. We visited 4 beaches while on our stay and the one at the condo was best. Highly recommend this unit
10.0 / 10.0
Fantastic experience
This property was exactly as advertised and more. We could not have been more pleased with the unit, the location , the fabulous pool, the sandy beach etc. We had 6 adults and 4 children and there was room to spare. It is the first place we have stayed where you weren’t worried about a crowded beach , pool ,not enough chairs etc. The huge fabulous kitchen allowed us to eat breakfast lunch in the condo ( so much easier with littles) and we took advantage of the restaurants at night. The owner was amazing , we had zero issues with anything in the condo but I knew I could call Ron at any time and he would answer immediately. Our granddaughters loved the pull out couch in the media room , they chose it over a bedroom , but the mattress wouldn’t be comfortable for an adult. It wasn’t an issue for us but that would be my only suggestion for change. It was a spectacular week , everything we hoped for.
10.0 / 10.0
the otte family
we all loved the place couldnt ask for anything better
10.0 / 10.0
Spacious Retreat
My sisters and I enjoyed our stay at this lovely penthouse to the point that even our favorite Florida activity — walking on the beach — took a back seat. Whether working together in the kitchen, relaxing on one of the two inviting outdoor decks, watching the boat traffic and wildlife from the floor-to-ceiling windows, gathering in the open living/dining area, or pursuing solitary interests, we found all that we needed and all the space we could use. Anything we could think we might need, the owners had already provided. We would be delighted to return to this condominium and highly recommend it to all travelers who wish to explore the Fort Myers area from a comfortable, spacious home base. I was impressed with the cleanliness of the entire apartment; I'm hard to please on that score! Anyone able to tear himself away from Bayview Tower 1231 and looking for an excellent breakfast should consider First Watch, a chain with several restaurants in the area.
10.0 / 10.0
Beautiful property
Next to Sanibel without the headache of being on the island. Lots of room. Luxury property. Safe!
8.0 / 10.0
Good time
Good
8.0 / 10.0
Holiday Stay
Some issues with checking in related to locks and fire alarms but overall stay was great. Property is beautiful and everything we needed to enjoy our stay was available. Comfortable space and plenty of room for everyone to enjoy! Beautiful views.
10.0 / 10.0
A Family Celebration
Our family loved the stay at the beachfront penthouse. Luckily we also had beautiful weather, which added to our enjoyment of the pool, beach, ocean and surrounding grounds. The penthouse is quite large and we enjoyed every inch, especially the outdoor deck area with the beautiful view of the water. We were able to take advantage of the restaurants at the adjoining resort as well as some local spots, too. We would be happy to bring our family back another time.
10.0 / 10.0
Family getaway
Really enjoyed this property, very spacious, lovely rooftop patio. Enjoyed the pool and whirlpool in common area. Walking distance to several restaurants. Beautiful, unforgettable views of the water out the back but also from the front patio/entrance area.
10.0 / 10.0
Thanksgiving week
Great space for a large group! View is amazing. Needs some renovation. New linens and towels would be nice. Need to clean out open containers in the fridge and bathroom.
But overall, a great thanksgiving week here at Ft. Meyers.
8.0 / 10.0
Sanibel Area
Very nice property in a very good location. Enjoyed our stay very much.
10.0 / 10.0
Vacation Luxury
Spacious, comfortable condo with all the amenities. The view in the great room is unbelievable! Sunrise on the front veranda and sunset on the back sundeck. Short drive to great restaurants and attractions.
5.0 / 10.0
We rented this property to enjoy a long weekend with friends. There were four couples in all. The accommodations were absolutely perfect! This rental property is perfectly stocked and we never needed for a thing. The rooms are all furnished beautifully and the views are out of this world. We felt pampered but also right at home. There are several seating areas, patios and nooks to gather.The Owners were great to work with on a rescheduling issue we experienced and helped our crew with suggestions on boat slips and marinas.The location is perfectly situated close to all of the fun with easy access to Ft. Myers Beach, Sanibel and Captiva but without the constant traffic. Also, the property has more of a resort feel with the pool and beach access while being very private.We would definitely stay here again!! 10 out of 10
10.0 / 10.0
Ah-mazing Vacation Rental
We rented this property to enjoy a long weekend with friends. There were four couples in all. The accommodations were absolutely perfect! This rental property is perfectly stocked and we never needed for a thing. The rooms are all furnished beautifully and the views are out of this world. We felt pampered but also right at home. There are several seating areas, patios and nooks to gather.
The Owners were great to work with on a rescheduling issue we experienced and helped our crew with suggestions on boat slips and marinas.
The location is perfectly situated close to all of the fun with easy access to Ft. Myers Beach, Sanibel and Captiva but without the constant traffic. Also, the property has more of a resort feel with the pool and beach access while being very private.
We would definitely stay here again!! 10 out of 10
8.0 / 10.0
Great Location
Very nice property well located. All was as advertised and everything worked fine. Beautiful sunsets. Great pool access. A great property.
10.0 / 10.0
Family get together
Wish we could have stayed longer.
10.0 / 10.0
Beautiful property
This was gorgeous! We had a great family vacation and loved watching the sunsets. Highly recommended.
8.0 / 10.0
Very Nice Stay
This property is very nice. The home is well-furnished, the gourmet kitchen is incredible, and the views of the water and sunset are breathtaking. We had a small issue with the door to the patio not working properly but they sent someone to fix it in a timely manner. The only reason I didn’t give all 5 stars is because the decor is slightly outdated, with things like old fake flowers; and there are also some cosmetic issues with the balcony tiles, which were breaking apart. For this price tag, I believe everything should be exquisite. The bedding is a bit dated and not as luxe/plush as we would have liked. Other than those smaller details, this is a wonderful property with a great location and plenty of room for up to 8-10 people. I’d stay here again but would hope they’d upgrade those small details. Amazing location between FMB and Sanibel.
10.0 / 10.0
Beautifully relaxing
We were a group of 10 (grandma, adult kids and grandkids) . All of us had a wonderful experience. Enjoyed the beach. Pool, jet skies, Ft. Myers Beach, and Sanibel. Condo was fabulous. A lot of options to escape the commotion of 10 people. Views were amazing. Outside deck was perfect for morning coffee and dolphin and manatee watching. We bought a boogie board and left it with the rest of the water toys. We were glad we checked the kitchen before going to the grocery store as there were a lot of items there, including some liquor 🙃 We had a wonderful stay with lots of memories made. Shout out to the owners Ron and Maureen who were so flexible in rescheduling our stay twice due to Covid.
10.0 / 10.0
Sweet Sixteen and High School Graduates
Thank you for sharing your home! What an amazing time and beautiful place ❤
10.0 / 10.0
Great Views and Location
Property is beautiful, clean and close to great beaches and restaurants.
10.0 / 10.0
Great spot
Great location, beautiful view, beautiful condo, kid friendly and handicap accessible.
8.0 / 10.0
Love the house
Awesome stay! House met all our needs.
8.0 / 10.0
Spring break 2021
Great views, nice place. Beach is good foe kids and sitting. Not a Long Beach for walking however the trails around are nice for walking. Family oriented area, we read that we could use the Marriott pool area but they ask us to leave. We did rent the jet skis at the Marriott and had a great time.
8.0 / 10.0
Great place for a large group!
We had a larger group of us guys that work for our company and our families so we used all the rooms. We did run out of hot water a few times at odd times. We also didn’t realize the beach was so short till we got there. The penthouse it’s self was fantastic! The view was amazing from both sides front and back. The areas we used the most were the kitchen and out door patio off the kitchen. We could have used a tv in the master bedroom since my fiancé enjoys falling asleep as she watches shows for the noise. We did enjoy the extras like pool and beach toys along with the extra air mattress. We we very happy over all with the amenities and our stay and would strongly recommend this place to anyone. Just be prepared to travel to Sanibel or Ft. Meyers if you want longer beaches or Cape Coral for shopping or little activities. We were about 2.5 hours away from Tampa where we flew in so that was a drive but not to bad. Thanks again for letting us stay in your place.
10.0 / 10.0
Views for days
Beautiful property with all the amenities. Plenty to do within walking distant. Views from every area are gorgeous.
10.0 / 10.0
My stay
The condo is absolutely beautiful location excellent.
10.0 / 10.0
Amazing property amazing views simply amazing
Will be my first choice now and forever when traveling to that area.
FAQs
How much does this apartment cost compared to others in Punta Rassa?
The average price for a rental in Punta Rassa is $818 per night. This rental is $990 above the average.
Is parking included with this apartment?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Beachfront Penthouse at Sanibel Harbor. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this apartment?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Beachfront Penthouse at Sanibel Harbor. Enjoy the water!
Is Beachfront Penthouse at Sanibel Harbor pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this apartment is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Beachfront Penthouse at Sanibel Harbor?
We found 12 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.
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