Title: 5 STAR, Pet Friendly, Sunny, Private Old Florida Charm Cottage and Mins to Beach Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # 5 STAR, Pet Friendly, Sunny, Private Old Florida Charm Cottage and Mins to Beach Holiday home with kitchen, 5-minute walk to Sanibel Island Southern Beach ## Photo gallery for 5 STAR, Pet Friendly, Sunny, Private Old Florida Charm Cottage and Mins to Beach ![Sun-loungers, beach towels - 5 STAR, Pet Friendly, Sunny, Private Old Florida Charm Cottage and Mins to Beach (Sanibel)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/19000000/18992500/18992435/w1794h1200x6y0-5e4e6a7b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining - 5 STAR, Pet Friendly, Sunny, Private Old Florida Charm Cottage and Mins to Beach (Sanibel)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/19000000/18992500/18992435/a75ad0ff.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, DVD player, books, music library - 5 STAR, Pet Friendly, Sunny, Private Old Florida Charm Cottage and Mins to Beach (Sanibel)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/19000000/18992500/18992435/2d0b5901.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - 5 STAR, Pet Friendly, Sunny, Private Old Florida Charm Cottage and Mins to Beach (Sanibel)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/19000000/18992500/18992435/e638549c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Marina - 5 STAR, Pet Friendly, Sunny, Private Old Florida Charm Cottage and Mins to Beach (Sanibel)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/19000000/18992500/18992435/21079ef6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Surround yourself with sunshine and the soothing sound of the sea at Sunny Shell Basket Cottage. This charming, cheerful 2-bedroom cottage is newly updated with WiFi, 3 TVs, a granite kitchen, and a washer/dryer. Enjoy fresh-brewed coffee on your private sunny deck or take a short walk to the beach. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4900 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### 5 STAR, Pet Friendly, Sunny, Private Old Florida Charm Cottage and Mins to Beach Let's not say goodbye but see you later! Hurricane Ian may have caused a great destruction to Sanibel but be assured the love of this Unique Paradise will keep our resilience and determination strong as together we repair and rebuild our homes. Yes, it has been very tough, and we are deeply saddened but optimistic we will have the Sunny Shell Basket Cottage back stronger, better and newer then before We cannot thank you all enough for your kind words and support during this time it has truly touched us both. Through the many years we have greatly appreciated all our fabulous guests ...it has been our pleasure and honor to host you. We hope in the not-too-distant future we will once again have the pleasure to Host you to one of our units. In the interim stay safe and enjoy each day. We shall update when ready to take bookings. Leslie and Jim Surround yourself with sunshine, seclusion and the sound of the sea. This lovely, cheerful 2 bedroom 2 bath cottage has old Florida Charm ...and is newly updated. Situated on a private, sleepy lane it is only a 2 to 3 minute walk to the beach. The Cottage has all the amenities of home WiFi, 3 TV's, DVR, washer and dryer, granite kitchen and dishwasher. Wake to the sound of the waves breaking, perhaps a visit from an Egret, Heron or Ibis all while enjoying fresh brewed coffee on the privacy of your own sunny deck. This Sunny Shell Basket cottage is one of the very few homes that can rent for less than a full week on Sanibel Island. Comfortable, charming and cozy…not your typical vacation rental. For those who are looking to get away, enjoy each other, your family, nature, and the serenity… stay at Sunny Shell Basket Cottage. Why choose this BRIGHT, CHEERY and UPLIFTING rental!! 1) Walk to the beach in less then 3 minutes 2) Free standing home no Condo 3) Park right next to your front door 4) Short bike/car ride to many restaurants 5) Umbrellas, chairs and towels 6) Netflix 7) Wi fi 8) Gas grill with gas 9) HD TV 10) Well stocked kitchen 11) all 5 STAR reviews 12) Perfect location 13) Did I mention BRIGHT, CHEERY and UPLIFTING!! Please Note I have implemented the CDC recommendations for cleaning and disinfecting the cottage between our quests. We leave a minimum of 24 hours between guest check out and check in. All bed pads and bed spreads will be changed between guest. All Linens washed on Highest temperature. I ask quest to follow CDC guidelines to prevent the spread of COVID-19\. Practice social distancing Wear a cloth face cover in public Clean your hands often Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth. Cover coughs and sneezes Clean and disinfect “high-touch” surfaces ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Music library - TV with cable/satellite channels - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Phone ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping centre - Near the marina - Near the sea ### Things to do - Bicycles - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit ### General - Bicycles - Garden - Unit size: 900 square feet ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67680000/67675800/67675797/f155b195.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Gulf-Front: Dreamy Views, Renovated, Steps from Beach Mid Island - Ocean view - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine 9.8 Exceptional 130 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-11&endDate=2026-01-12&selected=67675797&PinnedHotelID=67675797&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68060000/68053700/68053617/722d3b6c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 100%NEW w/view Steps to Beach@The Turquoise Turtle Mid Island - Ocean view - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-11&endDate=2026-01-12&selected=68053617&PinnedHotelID=68053617&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101940000/101936600/101936531/93cf6c69.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Loggerhead Cay 174: Beautiful Condo w/ Gulf Views! 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a first aid kit This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention A car is required for transport to and from this property ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C26.43783%2C-82.04243&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=-_gsCa0DL8nsuZIEMD1-bKlxMvY=) Sanibel, FL #### What's nearby - Sanibel Island Southern Beach \- 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Periwinkle Way \- 11 min walk \- 0.6 miles - Sanibel Island Golf Club \- 13 min walk \- 0.7 miles - Sanibel and Captiva Island Visitor's Center \- 2 min drive \- 1.1 miles - Dunes Golf and Tennis Club \- 4 min drive \- 1.5 miles #### Getting around - Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.) - 43 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Jerry's Foods - ‬3 min drive - ‪Turtles Tiki Bar - ‬19 min walk - ‪Gramma Dot's - ‬3 min drive - ‪Wickies Lighthouse Restaurant - ‬4 min drive - ‪MudBugs Cajun Kitchen - ‬2 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is 5 STAR, Pet Friendly, Sunny, Private Old Florida Charm Cottage and Mins to Beach pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at 5 STAR, Pet Friendly, Sunny, Private Old Florida Charm Cottage and Mins to Beach? ### What time is check-in at 5 STAR, Pet Friendly, Sunny, Private Old Florida Charm Cottage and Mins to Beach? ### What time is check-out at 5 STAR, Pet Friendly, Sunny, Private Old Florida Charm Cottage and Mins to Beach? ### Where is 5 STAR, Pet Friendly, Sunny, Private Old Florida Charm Cottage and Mins to Beach located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## 5 STAR, Pet Friendly, Sunny, Private Old Florida Charm Cottage and Mins to Beach Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 151 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### michael z. 15 Oct 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Vacation Lovely home that is fully stocked and only a short walk to the beach! Beds were comfortable, home was very clean, and wifi worked perfectly. We really enjoyed our short stay and hope to come back in the future! ##### michael z. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Scott D. 5 Mar 2018 #### Great Place - Great Owners! We have just completed our 2nd stay in the cottage and have already booked our 3rd visit. The owners (Leslie and Jim) think of everything and have it waiting for you when you arrive. Highly recommend! ##### Scott D. Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2018 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Emily B. 17 May 2017 #### Happy Times! The property was amazing. It was clean, well equipped, and extremely well maintained. We were very comfortable and happy! ##### Emily B. Stayed 5 nights in May 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joan B. 19 Feb 2018 #### Wonderful Just love this place-great location, house in great shape, wonderful responsive owners. This is my little piece of heaven!! ##### Joan B. Stayed 44 nights in Jan 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carrie G. 30 Dec 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Love this Cottage! We have been vacationing on Sanibel for 40 years and this was our best stay ever! This cottage is in the perfect location and has everything you need for a relaxing beach vacation. We spent a lot of time on the sunny back porch, where you are close enough to the water to hear the waves. Thank you Leslie and Jim for sharing this lovely place with us! ##### Carrie G. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peter C. 24 Jul 2015 #### Great place This cottage is immaculate and completely stocked. We were only there a short time, but the kitchen has everything including spices. The place is comfortable, very clean and close to the beach. We had our dogs with us, which is also special. Jim and Leslie make vacations easy. We hope to be back. ##### Peter C. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ann R., Chesapeake, Virginia 6 Oct 2017 #### Very Comfortable! The Shell Basket was very clean, very accommodating and overall a great place to stay. The beach is a short walk from the house. Leslie and Jim have thought of every amenity to make the house inviting and our vacation easy. We look forward to returning to Sanibel! Ann Diggs and Henry Rivenbark - October 2017 ##### Ann R. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2017 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### susan f. 19 Oct 2016 #### Beautiful beach cottage This is wonderful. Everything they said is true. 2 minute walk to beach, privacy, and the pictures don't do justice to the real thing. Love it and will return!! ##### susan f. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joan B. 17 Mar 2015 #### Wonderful vacation spot This is our second year that we have spent the month at this lovely spot. It is a very happy cottage! The place is well stocked with essentials, condiments & spices. The owners are very responsive & eager to please. The beds & linens are great & very comfortable. The House is clean & well maintained. It is a quiet street & a short walk to the beach. The bikes only add to the fun. Just a little bit of heaven !!! ##### Joan B. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cindi A. 3 Aug 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Memories in the making Amazing cottage, just minutes walk to the beach. Jim and Leslie were EXCELLENT! My grandsons and I enjoyed our stay here so much that THEY didn't want to leave! The welcome basket was a perfect gift. The cottage had the all the charm you would expect to find, well kept and very clean! It is located in a nice quite area. Master bed was amazing to sleep on. I will book with them in the future! ##### Cindi A. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carolyn C. 16 Jul 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing!! This was the best place we’ve ever booked. Had everything you could possibly need from Band-Aids to olive oil, beach chairs, umbrellas and bikes LOL. So clean and so quiet. I am OCD and big on clean and brought my own sheets and blanket but didn’t even use them. The owners contacted us to make sure we had everything and gave their contact info if needed. Highly recommended. ;-) ##### Carolyn C. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ashley M., Cold Spring, ky 17 Jun 2017 #### Wonderful and very dog friendly! We loved our stay here so much! Jim and Leslie have seriously thought of everything that you might need. There was plenty of towels, beach towels, linens, paper products, laundry detergent, bug spray, toiletries, spices, 2 bikes, beach chairs and umbrellas, the list goes on and on. There is also a gate to put up to enclose the patio which my dog loved! He loved the freedom of being able to roam on the patio. Several of the restaurants in the area are also dog friendly. The walk to the beach even seemed shorter than what I anticipated. Loved all of the cool shells! I would definitely like to return here one day! ##### Ashley M. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert J., Miami, Florida 10 Jun 2018 #### Perfect as Always! This was our fourth stay at Jim and Leslie's Sunny Basket Cottage and it gets better every time. The cottage itself is bright, beautiful and amazingly comfortable. Not only is every necessity provided, but every time we visit there are new additions and upgrades added, leaving out no details. The cottage is well stocked and there are always some extra surprises such as wine, snacks and fresh fruit waiting when you arrive. You can sit and sip drinks on the back deck at sunset or ride the bikes around town. The only difficult part of the entire visit is leaving. We always wish we had stayed a few more days! Thank you Jim and Leslie for being such perfect hosts! We'll see you next year! Bob and Mary Jo ##### Robert J. Stayed 5 nights in May 2018 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### John D. 12 Oct 2016 #### The property was clean and well maintained. Everything worked as it should. The cottage was very nice and clean. All the appliances and tvs were in top shape and shampoo, laundry detergent as well as insect repellent (which we did not need) and suntan oil were provided. It was a short walk to the beach through an adjoining property. The owners, Leslie and Jim, are very considerate and conscientious. They even offered to let us stay an extra day or two at no charge when hurricane Matthew was threatening on our departure day. The only other thing I wish this property offered would be a covered place to park, as our car got very hot sitting in the sun. I would definitely recommend this property to anyone staying who does not require a beach view. ##### John D. Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2016 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### diane w. 5 Aug 2017 #### Beautiful, clean, fully stocked home Leslie and Jim thought of everything from coffe and spices in the cabinet to beach chairs and a beach umbrella! Everything they list is there and nice items you would want to use! Kitchen fully stocked with anything you need to cook at the house. Washer and dryer were a great plus. We had a tropical storm come through on or first night and we never lost power! House is only 900 square feet but feels bigger with the open layout and two full bathrooms. We brought our three 10 lb dogs and they loved it there! There were four of us staying there, 2 adults and 2 teenagers and had plenty of room. Quick walk to the beach and short drive to restaurants and stores. Leslie and Jim are super nice and great to work with! Can't wait to come back!!! ##### diane w. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kate W. 9 Apr 2019 #### Great place to relax and make memories This sweet little cottage greets you with a smile upon arrival and keeps you happy every day thereafter. The owners have created a welcoming space where every need is thoughtfully anticipated - a welcome basket of treats, well stocked kitchen, bikes, grill, beach gear, games, laundry facilities, and so much more. The location is great! The cottage is not on the beach, but it’s just a 3 minute walk to the water; no roads to cross. It’s an easy bike ride to the shops, restaurants, and grocery stores along Periwinkle. (Don’t miss the Sunday Sanibel farmers market!) We enjoyed pedaling out to the lighthouse, up to the Ding Darling Nature Preserve, and out to Bowman’s Beach. And, of course, we spent many hours on the beach - from sunrise to sunset and plenty in between. This was our second stay at the cottage and we just reserved time for next year. Each visit creates a new set of memories. We can’t wait to come back. Many thanks to the owners for sharing this peaceful retreat. ##### Kate W. Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2019 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert J., Miami, Florida 6 Jun 2016 #### PERFECT VACATION GETAWAY! We've just returned from our second stay at The Sunny Shell Basket Cottage and it is truly a one of a kind vacation spot. The hosts, Jim and Leslie, are amazing people who go above and beyond to assure that their visitors have everything they could possibly need and then some. You feel extremely welcome and comfortable as soon as you walk in. First of all, the cottage is immaculately clean and bright and is only a couple of minutes walk to the beach. Unlike many other rentals, they provide plenty of toiletries, laundry soap, extra pillows, beach towels, sun screen and bicycles. The kitchen is not only fully stocked with cooking necessities, but most of the basic condiments and spices are there as well. They even left us an assortment of snacks and a beautiful bottle of wine. If you're looking for the perfect island vacation with privacy and comfort, you can't do better than The Sunny Shell Basket Cottage. We are already looking forward to our next visit! The Jeffries ##### Robert J. Stayed 5 nights in May 2016 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent 13 Aug 2013 #### Beautifully decorated and great location This trip was our first time to Sanibel Island and it left a lasting impression. It was a trip with my wife, 4 year old son, mother in law, and our water loving dog. As we normally do when we travel we tried to pack up most of our own house to bring to this cottage. having a child with food allergies we always pack a huge cooler to bring with us anyway but when we arrived and finished unloading the many bags boards, bikes and chairs we brought with us, we realized 80% was basically unnecessary. The cottage was perfect. It had pretty much anything and everything you could really need for days at the beach. It was very clean, very comfortable, and plenty of room for our family and our dog. The owners were extremely warm and accommodating who we met the first night since I couldn't figure out how to get the inputs to work on the living TV. Jim and Leslie came over and fixed the TV within minutes and gave us the rundown of great shelling areas and answered all of the questions we had about the area. Everyone had a great stay and we definitely are looking forward to our next vacation at Shell Basket Lane. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hannah B. 29 Jun 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely Cottage! Beautiful property with all the amenities and extra touches. Very close to beautiful beach! ##### Hannah B. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tim N., Paducah, Ky 11 Jun 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect little get away spot! The house was as good as advertised, not to mention Jim and Leslie worked really hard to get the house ready after a tropical storm went through the island the night before we were to arrive. They still had it ready and we were able to check in early! Leslie checked in on us via text several times to ensure there was nothing we needed or no issue. I would rent from them again! The house is nice and a very short walk to the beach. Quiet area and well maintained. ##### Tim N. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lois J 14 May 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, communication I wish I could give this more than 5 stars! We have been to Sanibel many times and have always stayed in great properties but this has spoiled us for anyplace else. Jim & Leslie provide a home that is everything they say and more. What they don't tell you is how beautifully this cottage is appointed and stocked. Furniture and linens that you would have in your own home; a kitchen that you can walk in with groceries and cook - they even provided us some refrigerator staples for our arrival! The house is clean as a whistle - wish I lived closer so Jeannie could help me.... This is just a couple minute walk from Cocina beach and this is my favorite area; I could go on and on. My only regret is telling anyone how wonderful this is - I want to make sure we can rent it again :). ##### Lois J Stayed 6 nights in May 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bari M. 2 May 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful pet friendly cottage Leslie, Thank you so much for providing a warm, comfortable place for us to stay with our fur baby. There is a reason this cottage gets all 5 star reviews. It is clean,close to the beach, and has everything you might need. The owners have thought of everything. We hope to be able to stay here in the future. Thank you, Mike, Bari, and Niya ##### Bari M. Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karla W., Louisville 17 Mar 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Best Kept Secret This is the best kept secret cottage on the island. This location is perfect - just mere minutes to the beach. Check-in was a breeze - we arrived earlier than planned and were able to check-in early. An awesome welcome basket was provided as well as milk, bread and eggs - much appreciated! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and hope to be back next year. Thank you Jim and Leslie!! ##### Karla W. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathy M. 8 Mar 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Sanibel in a cottage! Our cottage was clean and bright with all the comforts of home. We were pleasantly surprised with items for breakfast the next day as well as many other extra treats. We loved it! ##### Kathy M. Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Diane Z., Washington, DC 12 Feb 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect in every way This property is wonderful and did not disappoint in any way. It's not luxurious, but it is clean, comfortable and so well maintained. The location is perfect--easy walk to the beach--and the back porch gets sun all day long. We greatly appreciated the "welcome supplies" on our arrival, and the owners were very responsive and thoughtful. We look forward to returning! ##### Diane Z. 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