Title: Down Time- Sanibel Home, private pool and beach access! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 # Down Time- Sanibel Home, private pool and beach access! Beachfront holiday home with private pool and kitchen ![On the beach, fishing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101030000/101027000/101026906/bbcb6866.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101030000/101027000/101026906/599d0c7f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101030000/101027000/101026906/ea9a5132.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, oven, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101030000/101027000/101026906/31382702.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![A heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101030000/101027000/101026906/6bb8e65a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to Down Time, a beautiful beach house in the secluded Tradewinds neighborhood on Sanibel. With an open floor plan, 3 bedrooms, and 2 bathrooms, this recently updated home offers seamless indoor-outdoor living with a pool and expansive screened-in deck. Enjoy coastal tranquility with modern amenities like hardwood floors and kitchen remodel. ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - Pet-friendly - Pool - Kitchen - 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. ### Down Time- Sanibel Home, private pool and beach access! \*\*ONE OF THE BEST FEATURES OF THIS HOME IS HAVING FULL RESORT ACCESS TO 'TWEEN WATERS INN AND MARINA WHERE YOU CAN ENJOY TWO POOLS, RESTAURANTS, LIVE ENTERTAINMENT, ADDITIONAL BEACH ACCESS, AND SO MUCH MORE! \*\* \*\* Based on availability. HOME FEATURES This beautiful beach house is located in the Tradewinds neighborhood and is just a short distance from the best beach on Sanibel. The house features an open floor plan with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. It has been recently updated and is move-in ready, with many upgrades including a pool, deck, cage, hardwood floors, metal roof, kitchen, and bath remodel. The indoor-outdoor living is seamless here, with sliding glass doors that lead to an expansive screened-in deck. You can enjoy the tranquility of coastal living while still having the convenience of modern amenities. If you’re looking for a relaxing vacation in a beautiful location, this is the perfect place for you! 28 Night Minimum Stay. Want to bring your furry friend? This home is dog friendly with owner approval. Please inquire if you plan to bring your pet. Additional pet fee is required. \*\*Owner does have two security cameras. One facing the driveway and the other facing the storage locker from the deck\*\*. ABOUT SANIBEL AND THE COMMUNITY The Tradewinds Community is a small, secluded neighborhood located closer to Captiva Island. It’s located on the west side of Sanibel and the subdivision has a total of seventy-five homes. Tahiti Dr. and Jamaica Dr. run south from SanCap Road to Tradewinds Drive which runs parallel to the beach. Sanibel offers 15 miles of pristine beaches (America’s best shelling beaches), 25 miles of bike paths, 250 kinds of shells and 0 stop lights. Top Sanibel Island attractions include: J.N. "DING" DARLING NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE, CROW-CLINIC FOR THE REHABILITATION OF WILDLIFE, the BAILEY-MATTHEWS NATIONAL SHELL MUSEUM, and SANIBEL LIGHTHOUSE & FISHING PIER. HAVE QUESTIONS? Call the Sanibel Captiva Island Vacation Rentals Team for more information, including a list of local vendors that rent items such as bicycles, kayaks, and baby equipment. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Pool/Spa - Heated pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Dishwasher - Hob - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Separate dining area ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Fenced yard - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Hardwood flooring in public areas - Smoke-free property ### Things to do - Fishing - Heated pool - Hiking/biking trails nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![A heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108510000/108502500/108502469/56bf7eb4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beach, Please! | East Rocks Oasis with Pool and Short Walk to the Beach! 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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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 7899-258247 ## About the area Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Tradewinds, a neighbourhood in Sanibel. Sanibel Island Southern Beach and J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation and Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum. Sanibel Moorings Botanical Gardens and Beach Bowl are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. [Visit our Sanibel travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sanibel.dx9791) [View more Holiday homes in Sanibel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sanibel-Private-Holiday-Homes.d9791-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C26.45350%2C-82.14072&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ogFuKQid22cpWOflii6H_gLaIS4=) Sanibel, FL ### What's nearby - J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Sanibel Island Southern Beach - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles - Bowman's Beach - 6 min drive - 1.3 miles - Blind Pass Beach - 7 min drive - 3.6 miles - Captiva Beach - 13 min drive - 5.9 miles ### Getting around - Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.) - 59 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Doc Ford’s Rum Bar & Grille - ‬10 min drive - ‪Rosalita’s Cantina Sanibel - ‬5 min drive - ‪Cheeburger Cheeburger - ‬11 min drive - ‪Sanibel Bean - ‬11 min drive - ‪Sanibel Deli & Coffee Factory - ‬9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Down Time- Sanibel Home, private pool and beach access! have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools. ### Is Down Time- Sanibel Home, private pool and beach access! pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Down Time- Sanibel Home, private pool and beach access!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Down Time- Sanibel Home, private pool and beach access!? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Down Time- Sanibel Home, private pool and beach access! located? > Located in Tradewinds, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge and Sanibel Island Southern Beach. Bowman's Beach is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Down Time- Sanibel Home, private pool and beach access! 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