Turtle Tracks: Amazing Pool Home in Quiet West Gulf Neighborhood Near Beach!
House in Sanibel Island, FL
6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area
About this house rental
Update following Hurricane Ian: This home sustained minimal damages from the storm and all items & amenities have been repaired and/or replaced and it is ready for rentals.
This near-beach 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom pool home offers tremendous privacy and comfort on a large, tropical lot in a quiet neighborhood with a short stroll to the beach.
"Turtle Tracks" is the perfect Sanibel Island beach style home that is sure to please you and your family! This raised home is located off the highly desirable West Gulf Drive within close proximity to the beautiful shell strewn beaches and the Gulf of Mexico. Upon entering the home you'll be greeted with large, vaulted ceilings, open living/dining floor plan, and the gorgeous Florida sunshine coming in at every angle. The two-story screened lanai features a large heated pool that offers full sun throughout the day and serves as a great way to relax and unwind on a sunny Sanibel afternoon. The large, private lot provides additional parking if you are planning to bring your boat or RV along. This home has an ideal location with easy access to the beach and close proximity to the island wide bike paths, Sanibel Rec. Center, and Ding Darling Wildlife Refuge Center. Everything is at you fingertips! So sit back, relax, and enjoy everything your new fabulous home has to offer!!
Home amenities include: 3 bedrooms/2 bathrooms -- 1 King bed, 2 Queen beds (sleeps 6), 4 flatscreen Smart TVs (streaming only), WIFI available, heated pool, large enclosed 2 story lanai, washer & dryer, fully equipped kitchen, outdoor shower, BBQ gas grill. Pets Considered (Dogs Only). Bed linens and bath towels included. Beach chairs, beach towels, and an umbrella are provided for added convenience.
Please note: ALL of our Single Family Homes require a 28 day minimum rental period per the city of Sanibel. This unit is non-smoking with a maximum occupancy of 6 people.
Sanibel Vacations, or "SBL Vacations" provide a variety of high quality, meticulously attended vacation rental homes and condos on Sanibel & Captiva Islands. We are a boutique vacation rental company who strive to make your next island adventure to be the most relaxing and memorable experience possible. We look forward to seeing you soon!!
Please Note: For ALL HomeAway/Vrbo bookings, the SBL Rental Agreement, particularly the cancellation policy & payment schedule, will supersede the published HomeAway/Vrbo policies. Please read the rental agreement provided at the time of booking to review all applicable policies. Please call the property manager with any questions regarding cancellation and payment schedule procedures.
This near-beach 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom pool home offers tremendous privacy and comfort on a large, tropical lot in a quiet neighborhood with a short stroll to the beach.
"Turtle Tracks" is the perfect Sanibel Island beach style home that is sure to please you and your family! This raised home is located off the highly desirable West Gulf Drive within close proximity to the beautiful shell strewn beaches and the Gulf of Mexico. Upon entering the home you'll be greeted with large, vaulted ceilings, open living/dining floor plan, and the gorgeous Florida sunshine coming in at every angle. The two-story screened lanai features a large heated pool that offers full sun throughout the day and serves as a great way to relax and unwind on a sunny Sanibel afternoon. The large, private lot provides additional parking if you are planning to bring your boat or RV along. This home has an ideal location with easy access to the beach and close proximity to the island wide bike paths, Sanibel Rec. Center, and Ding Darling Wildlife Refuge Center. Everything is at you fingertips! So sit back, relax, and enjoy everything your new fabulous home has to offer!!
Home amenities include: 3 bedrooms/2 bathrooms -- 1 King bed, 2 Queen beds (sleeps 6), 4 flatscreen Smart TVs (streaming only), WIFI available, heated pool, large enclosed 2 story lanai, washer & dryer, fully equipped kitchen, outdoor shower, BBQ gas grill. Pets Considered (Dogs Only). Bed linens and bath towels included. Beach chairs, beach towels, and an umbrella are provided for added convenience.
Please note: ALL of our Single Family Homes require a 28 day minimum rental period per the city of Sanibel. This unit is non-smoking with a maximum occupancy of 6 people.
Sanibel Vacations, or "SBL Vacations" provide a variety of high quality, meticulously attended vacation rental homes and condos on Sanibel & Captiva Islands. We are a boutique vacation rental company who strive to make your next island adventure to be the most relaxing and memorable experience possible. We look forward to seeing you soon!!
Please Note: For ALL HomeAway/Vrbo bookings, the SBL Rental Agreement, particularly the cancellation policy & payment schedule, will supersede the published HomeAway/Vrbo policies. Please read the rental agreement provided at the time of booking to review all applicable policies. Please call the property manager with any questions regarding cancellation and payment schedule procedures.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Map of Sanibel Island, FL
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Ratings and reviews
10.0 / 10.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We had a wonderful month in Turtle Tracks. The home was fully equipped with everything we needed in the kitchen and plenty of towels for the home and beach. The heavy duty washer and dryer were great to do our frequent beach towel laundries and the appliances all seem fairly recent. We did have trouble with the ice maker but the property management team was quick to bring ice trays and were ordering a filter for it. We managed fine with the ice trays. It is comfortable, bright, and airy and the sliders let the outside in! Because the pool is enclosed by screen, there are very few insects, if any, that get through so we could keep the sliders open. I appreciate that the rental was pet friendly for our goldendoodle and the floors were easy care. As the furniture was white, we covered everything with beach towels for our entire stay just in case. The pool was a dream come true; if we didn’t want to go to the beach, it was easy to cool off. Appreciate that the pool and grounds were taken care of weekly. Quiet but friendly and helpful neighbors. The location of the house is perfect...easy bike ride to anywhere you want to go. There are bikes in the garage and we left some pool noodles for future guests. The beach access is hard to find. We were given directions to it by a neighbor. and it’s about 12 minute walk. The access path is at the end of the furthest culdesac and once we figured it out, we used it almost every day. Perhaps a little map?The property management team was awesome; we called them with a few concerns and they responded to the house within a couple of hours. Overall the house was very clean at the start of our rental however I do suggest that the cleaning company be reminded to clean under beds and under the dining table rug before the next guests as we found them dusty and sandy to start. We truly had a fantastic time and we would definitely rent this home again some time in the future. The only sad part was having to leave at th
10.0 / 10.0
Dream Vacation Home in Paradise!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We had a wonderful month in Turtle Tracks. The home was fully equipped with everything we needed in the kitchen and plenty of towels for the home and beach. The heavy duty washer and dryer were great to do our frequent beach towel laundries and the appliances all seem fairly recent. We did have trouble with the ice maker but the property management team was quick to bring ice trays and were ordering a filter for it. We managed fine with the ice trays. It is comfortable, bright, and airy and the sliders let the outside in! Because the pool is enclosed by screen, there are very few insects, if any, that get through so we could keep the sliders open. I appreciate that the rental was pet friendly for our goldendoodle and the floors were easy care. As the furniture was white, we covered everything with beach towels for our entire stay just in case. The pool was a dream come true; if we didn’t want to go to the beach, it was easy to cool off. Appreciate that the pool and grounds were taken care of weekly. Quiet but friendly and helpful neighbors. The location of the house is perfect...easy bike ride to anywhere you want to go. There are bikes in the garage and we left some pool noodles for future guests.
The beach access is hard to find. We were given directions to it by a neighbor. and it’s about 12 minute walk. The access path is at the end of the furthest culdesac and once we figured it out, we used it almost every day. Perhaps a little map?
The property management team was awesome; we called them with a few concerns and they responded to the house within a couple of hours. Overall the house was very clean at the start of our rental however I do suggest that the cleaning company be reminded to clean under beds and under the dining table rug before the next guests as we found them dusty and sandy to start. We truly had a fantastic time and we would definitely rent this home again some time in the future. The only sad part was having to leave at th
The beach access is hard to find. We were given directions to it by a neighbor. and it’s about 12 minute walk. The access path is at the end of the furthest culdesac and once we figured it out, we used it almost every day. Perhaps a little map?
The property management team was awesome; we called them with a few concerns and they responded to the house within a couple of hours. Overall the house was very clean at the start of our rental however I do suggest that the cleaning company be reminded to clean under beds and under the dining table rug before the next guests as we found them dusty and sandy to start. We truly had a fantastic time and we would definitely rent this home again some time in the future. The only sad part was having to leave at th
10.0 / 10.0
Turtle Tracks
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We had a wonderful stay! House was great!
10.0 / 10.0
Great stay at Turtle Tracks
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
A very quiet location with natural beauty everywhere! A little far from the beach, probably 3/4 of a mile. Be sure to ask where the beach access is because it is not clearly marked. The house was very comfortable and the pool amazing! Overall a great home!
10.0 / 10.0
Amazing Vacation!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We had a wonderful time in Sanibel Island. Turtle Tracks was perfect for us. It was private, yet so close to everything we needed. Will be returning sometime!
10.0 / 10.0
private get a way on Turtle Gait
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
very quiet location convenient to the is;and shopping and beaches.
5.0 / 10.0
Rating Details:The property manager was very helpful.The vacation rental was spotless.I was very happy with the location.I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.Reviewer Comments:Very quiet location, close to bike path and Bailey Tract. Great restaurants, Sweet Melissas. Il Cielo, Raw Bar at Timbers. One mile from Bailey Center, and 2 miles to Health CLUB. Convenient location to most of activitites on island.
10.0 / 10.0
Turtle Gait
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Very quiet location, close to bike path and Bailey Tract. Great restaurants, Sweet Melissa's. Il Cielo, Raw Bar at Timbers. One mile from Bailey Center, and 2 miles to Health CLUB. Convenient location to most of activitites on island.
10.0 / 10.0
Great vacation stay!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We love the natural setting of this house. The pool is great, and it was a perfect temperature. We walked to the beach most days and enjoyed the walk and exercise. The kitchen is well equipped, and we used it for the majority of our meals. But, we cannot make a trip to Sanibel without eating at some favorites. Our current favorite for a nice dinner out is Sweet Melissa's, and we always enjoy Gramma Dot's as well as others. The house was clean, and the manager is great. Our dog loves Sanibel, too, and was glad he could come.
10.0 / 10.0
Convenient and private
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
great location near West Gulf and Bailey Trait, private but close to bike paths and getting to Bailey store. Agents were very responsive to any issue we had.
10.0 / 10.0
Great location
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Great location, private, quiet and close to central area and bike trails.
10.0 / 10.0
Paradis
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Perfect vacation!
10.0 / 10.0
private retreat
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Quiet, private area. close to center of town and near preserve areas.
10.0 / 10.0
Fantastic time and place
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We all had a great time. The location was great and quiet. The yard is beautiful and really enjoyed walking around. The house is very roomy and wonderful. The only thing I was dispointed in is that I couldnt find a Sand Dollar. This is not the fault of the rental. Thank you so much for letting us rent your place.
10.0 / 10.0
A month is too short
We hated to leave this special home on our favorite island!The home offered many things in addition to what is on the site. The pool is huge and was warm the entire month of January. We could hear the ocean at night through the bedroom doors.We LOVED the location near the nature reserve.It was so enjoyable to walk either there or to the beach, and to bike to Bailey's grocery store for necessities.The foilage and native plants surrounding the house and community were a pleasure to be surrounded by, as well as the peace and quite the area offers.The house is very well stocked and comfortable.Large master bath, large TV's in all rooms, sufficient towels, linens, etc. we appreciated all the care and thought that went into making sure these things were provided. would love to stay here in the future.
10.0 / 10.0
Great relaxing vacation!
We were very lucky to have stumbled upon this very chic house. The photos are accurate and it is really that nice! It had the beach, vacation feel without being overcrowded without all the knick-knacks that can be overbearing at times. We particularly appreciated the stock of articles in the kitchen/laundry room & felt at home right away. All in all, a very nice, clean & relaxing place to vacation.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Sanibel Island?
The average price for a rental in Sanibel Island is £412 per night. This rental is £161 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Turtle Tracks: Amazing Pool Home in Quiet West Gulf Neighborhood Near Beach!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Turtle Tracks: Amazing Pool Home in Quiet West Gulf Neighborhood Near Beach!. Enjoy the water!
Is Turtle Tracks: Amazing Pool Home in Quiet West Gulf Neighborhood Near Beach! pet friendly?
Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Turtle Tracks: Amazing Pool Home in Quiet West Gulf Neighborhood Near Beach!?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, and internet / wifi.
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