Sanibel and Captiva Real Estate Blog

Sanibel Island Real Estate, New Listing

SANIBEL “GET-A-WAY”


Perfect 1 BR/1 BA beach condo with great Gulf Views!! Condo overlooks the well maintained Sundial Gardens. Tile throughout, Corian counters, hurricane shutters and screen enclosed lanai. Decorated in a nice, light island style. Sold furnished with a few personal exceptions. Enjoy fantastic resort amenities that include, pool, tennis, beach access and shuffle board. Restaurant and spa on the grounds. Enjoy some of the most excellent shelling right outside your back door. Asking $339,000

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Sanibel Island Real Estate, New Listings

?SANIBEL “GET-A-WAY”


Perfect 1 BR/1 BA beach condo with great Gulf Views!! Condo overlooks the well maintained Sundial Gardens. Tile throughout, Corian counters, hurricane shutters and screen enclosed lanai. Decorated in a nice, light island style. Sold furnished with a few personal exceptions. Enjoy fantastic resort amenities that include, pool, tennis, beach access and shuffle board. Restaurant and spa on the grounds. Enjoy some of the most excellent shelling right outside your back door. Asking  $339,000

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Sanibel Island Real Estate, Just Sold

Gumbo Limbo
Beautiful 3 BR/2 BA, pool home in a great neighborhood. Split floor plan, cathedral ceilings, coral rock fireplace in the great room and pocket sliders that open to the lanai overlooking the pool. Surrounded by lush, native landscaping providing privacy and a great island atmosphere. Close to wonderful island amenities. Sold 8/8/2013 for $476,833.


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Sea Turtle Watch!!

?Sea Turtle Nesting Season is in Full Swing




Sea Turtle Nesting Statistics as of 7/12/13

Sanibel East End - 42 Nests

Sanibel West End - 223 Nests

Captiva - 98 nests



Sea Turtle monitoring and statistics provided by the Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation.



By following these simple guidelines, you can do your part to ensure the survival of these magnificent creatures:



Turn off or shield lights near the beaches. Artificial beach lighting can inhibit female sea turtles from nesting and disorient hatchlings.



Remove furniture and other items from the beach and dune area, when not in use, between the hours of 9:00 P.M. and 7:00 A.M.



Level all sandcastles and fill any holes dug during play. Please leave the beach as you found it, so that sea turtles and hatchlings are not hindered on their way to nest or to the water.



Pick up all trash. Sea turtles mistakenly...

Top "10" Beaches In the World!!

?U.S. News Travel Recognizes Bowman's Beach in the Top 10 Best Beaches in the World


Sanibel Island's Bowman's Beach, located near the western end of Sanibel, has been named among the Top 10 Beaches in the World by U.S. News Travel. The City of Sanibel maintains Bowman's Beach in its natural state. Bowman's Beach is renowned as a world-class shelling and birding destination.

The article states, "You'll look out over a shore littered with colorful seashells as you claim your spot on Bowman's Beach."

Amenities at Bowman's Beach include public parking, canoe & kayak launch, hiking & walking trails, fishing, public restrooms, changing rooms, showers, water fountains, picnic tables, barbeque grills, pavilions and a playground.
The public can reserve a pavilion or schedule a beach wedding at Bowman's Beach by calling the City Manager's Office at (239) 472-3700.
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Sanibel Island Real Estate, Just Sold


Compass Point #203
Beautiful Gulf-front complex conveniently located mid-island, close to great island amenities.
Fantastic 2 BR/2 BA, corner unit with Gulf Views! Tray ceiling in kitchen and Corian counters. Tile and carpet throughout. Impact glass with hurricane shutters on the porch. Sold furnished with exceptions. Great condo amenities include deeded beach access, community pool, shuffle board and tennis courts. ?Enjoy gorgeous sunsets and some of world's best shelling.
Sold 8/2/2013 for $542,000