Title: Island Sanctuary: Canal Home with Pool, Pets OK! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=107825182&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Island Sanctuary: Canal Home with Pool, Pets OK! Waterfront holiday home with private pool and kitchen ## Photo gallery for Island Sanctuary: Canal Home with Pool, Pets OK! ![Interior - Island Sanctuary: Canal Home with Pool, Pets OK! (Sanibel)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107830000/107825200/107825182/ece58a4b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Island Sanctuary: Canal Home with Pool, Pets OK! (Sanibel)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107830000/107825200/107825182/c043a6c6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Island Sanctuary: Canal Home with Pool, Pets OK! (Sanibel)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107830000/107825200/107825182/94da7b72.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets - Island Sanctuary: Canal Home with Pool, Pets OK! (Sanibel)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107830000/107825200/107825182/w1520h1021x10y0-7a609722.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![A heated pool - Island Sanctuary: Canal Home with Pool, Pets OK! (Sanibel)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107830000/107825200/107825182/a73c7380.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Located on Sanibel's east end, Island Sanctuary offers a serene escape with a private pool and spacious screened lanai. This beautifully upgraded home features stylish coastal decor, Smart TV's for streaming only, and WIFI available throughout. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Air-conditioning ## 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. ### Island Sanctuary: Canal Home with Pool, Pets OK! Welcome to "Island Sanctuary", a stunning vacation rental property located on Sanibel's east end. This tastefully upgraded home features 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, offering a comfortable, open floor plan and living space adorned with stylish coastal decor. Our guests can enjoy the private pool and a large screened lanai, perfect for outdoor relaxation with the whole family. The home is situated on a spacious corner lot backing up to a canal with boat dock access for direct Gulf access. This beautiful oasis combines convenience & comfort with picturesque views. Island Sanctuary is an ideal retreat for those seeking both luxury and tranquility on Sanibel Island! Home amenities include: 3 bedrooms/2 bathrooms -- 1 King bed, 1 Queen bed & 2 Twin beds (sleeps 6), Smart TV (streaming only), WIFI available, washer & dryer, fully equipped kitchen, BBQ gas grill, boat dock access (dimensions can be provided upon request). Pets considered (Dogs only). Bed linens and bath towels included. Beach chairs, beach towels, and an umbrella are provided for added convenience. Incidental Damage Benefit - We understand accidents happen! Every booking with Sanibel Vacations includes protection for those incidental accidents causing damage to the property. Applies to incidental damage only with limits. Details in rental agreement. 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!! RDWL-005523 ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Heated pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the city centre - Near the bay - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Heated pool - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Swimming 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) - Fire extinguisher ## Similar properties ![A heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102120000/102110200/102110168/dd4f88ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Secluded Bayfront Bliss Awaits at Yacht Haven #2 on Sanibel East End - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-13&endDate=2026-01-14&selected=102110168&PinnedHotelID=102110168&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120060000/120054200/120054110/w480h357x0y3-f7d2b3f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Top Floor Tenniplace Condo - Pool View Paradise on Sanibel Island East End - Pool - Kitchen - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-13&endDate=2026-01-14&selected=120054110&PinnedHotelID=120054110&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96280000/96276400/96276336/88477408.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful Canal Front Tennisplace C32 Condo close to everything! 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 fire extinguisher 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 1740-265373 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=26.446585,-82.037056&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:gfm%60DrzusN%3FQ%3FQ%40O%3FS%40O%3FQ%40O%40SBO%40O%40SBOBO%40QBODQBOBODQBODQDODODODOFMDQFMDOFMFOFOFMHMFMHOHMFKHMHMHMJKHMHKJKHKJKJMJKJIJIJKJKJGLKJILIJGLILGLILGJGNELGLGLGLELENELENELCNELENCLANENANCLANCNAN%3FLCN%3FNAN%3FN%3FN%3FL%3FN%3FN%3FN%40N%3FNBL%3FN%40NBN%40LBN%40NDL%40NBNDLDLBNDLDNDLDLDLFNFLFLDLFLFJHLFLHJFLHJHLJJFJJJJLHHHJJJLJJJJHJHJJLHJHLHLHLHJFLHNFLHLFLFNFNFLDNFLFPDLDNDNDNDNDPDNBPBNDNBPBNBP%40NBN%40RBN%40N%40R%40N%3FP%40N%40R%3FN%3FP%3FP%3FN%3FP%3FNARAN%3FPAPAPANCPAPCNANCPCNCPENCNCPENEPENENENENELGPGLENGNGLGNGLILGLINGLILIJILILIJKLIJIJKJKLKJKJIHMHKLKHKFMJKHMHKFMHMFKHMFMFMDMFOFMFMDMDODMDODMBMDODOBMBOBO%40MBO%40OBO%40M%40O%40O%3FO%40O%40O%3FM%3FO%3FO%3FOAOAO%3FMAOAOAOCMAOCOAOCMCOCMEOEMCOEMEOEMEMEMGMGMGOEKGMGMIMGMIKGMIKIMKKGKIKMKIKIKKKKKMIKKKIKIMKKIMIMIKGMIMIOGMIMGMGOGMGOEOGMEQGMEOEOEOEOEQCOEQCOCOEQCOAQCOCOAQAQCOAQAQ%3FQAO%3FSAO%3FQ%3FO&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=70QwgpwpmzoimrdldcdfTzZsYic=) Sanibel, FL #### What's nearby - Periwinkle Way \- 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Sanibel and Captiva Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Center \- 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Sanibel and Captiva Island Visitor's Center \- 8 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Dunes Golf and Tennis Club \- 12 min walk \- 0.7 miles - Sanibel Island Southern Beach \- 19 min walk \- 1.0 mile #### Getting around - Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.) - 43 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Jerry's Foods - ‬3 min drive - ‪Turtles Tiki Bar - ‬4 min drive - ‪Gramma Dot's - ‬9 min walk - ‪Wickies Lighthouse Restaurant - ‬16 min walk - ‪MudBugs Cajun Kitchen - ‬2 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Island Sanctuary: Canal Home with Pool, Pets OK! have a pool? ### Is Island Sanctuary: Canal Home with Pool, Pets OK! pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Island Sanctuary: Canal Home with Pool, Pets OK!? ### What time is check-in at Island Sanctuary: Canal Home with Pool, Pets OK!? ### What time is check-out at Island Sanctuary: Canal Home with Pool, Pets OK!? ### Where is Island Sanctuary: Canal Home with Pool, Pets OK! located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Island Sanctuary: Canal Home with Pool, Pets OK! 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 3 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### James C. 17 Aug 2025 #### August Funtime 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: This has is beautiful, close to beaches, and has a wonderful pool. Will stay here every year. ##### James C. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stan and Patty L. 27 Apr 2025 #### A Great House 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: WONDERFUL!!!...MARVELOUS!!! ##### Stan and Patty L. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### john e. 1 Feb 2025 #### Winter 2025 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: Great house great month.Coming for 2 months next year.Location was ideal .Easy on off island.Even during rush hours. ##### john e. ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Sunset Key Cottages](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Key-West-Hotels-Sunset-Key-Cottages.h17456804.Hotel-Information) > > [The Shire at West Haven 101](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Orlando-Hotels-The-Shire-At-West-Haven-101.h35790310.Hotel-Information) > > [Kimpton EPIC Hotel by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Miami-Hotels-Kimpton-EPIC-Hotel.h2237168.Hotel-Information) > > [Universal’s Loews Royal Pacific Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Orlando-Hotels-Universals-Loews-Royal-Pacific-Resort.h856706.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Riu Plaza Miami Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Miami-Hotels-Hotel-Riu-Plaza-Miami-Beach.h74574.Hotel-Information) > > [Bentley Hotel South Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Miami-Hotels-Bentley-Hotel-South-Beach.h120299.Hotel-Information) > > [Esmé Miami Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Miami-Hotels-Esme-Miami-Beach.h58072094.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Club Vacations at Orange Lake Resort by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Orlando-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Club-Vacations-At-Orange-Lake-Resort.h6315.Hotel-Information) > > [Ramada Plaza Resort & Suites by Wyndham Orlando Intl Drive](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Orlando-Hotels-Ramada-Plaza-Resort-Suites-By-Wyndham-Orlando-Intl-Drive.h897604.Hotel-Information) > > [Universal’s Loews Portofino Bay Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Orlando-Hotels-Universals-Loews-Portofino-Bay-Hotel.h201033.Hotel-Information) > > [Universal's Hard Rock Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Orlando-Hotels-Universals-Hard-Rock-Hotel.h485506.Hotel-Information) > > [1 Hotel South Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Miami-Hotels-1-Hotel-South-Beach.h1790087.Hotel-Information) > > [Southernmost Beach Resort and Guesthouses](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Key-West-Hotels-Southernmost-Beach-Resort.h863329.Hotel-Information) > > [Magic Village Views Trademark Collection by Wyndham](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Orlando-Hotels-Magic-Village-Views-Trademark-Collection-By-Wyndham.h36882728.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt House Naples/5th Avenue](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Naples-Hotels-Hyatt-House-Naples5th-Avenue.h12805323.Hotel-Information) > > [LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort - A Noble House Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Naples-Hotels-LaPlaya-Beach-Golf-Resort-A-Noble-House-Resort.h25199.Hotel-Information) > > [Universal's Endless Summer Resort - Surfside Inn and Suites](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Orlando-Hotels-Universals-Endless-Summer-Resort-Surfside-Inn-And-Suites.h27522522.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Place Tampa Downtown](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tampa-Hotels-Hyatt-Place-Tampa-Downtown.h59632755.Hotel-Information) > > [Loews Miami Beach Hotel – South Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Miami-Hotels-Loews-Miami-Beach-Hotel-South-Beach.h81223.Hotel-Information) > > [UMA House by Yurbban South Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Miami-Hotels-UMA-House-By-Yurbban-South-Beach.h74778624.Hotel-Information) > > [Universal's Cabana Bay Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Orlando-Hotels-Universals-Cabana-Bay-Beach-Resort.h5963292.Hotel-Information) > > [Fontainebleau Sorrento Oceanview Junior Suite with free parking](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Miami-Hotels-Fontainebleau-Sorrento-Oceanview-Junior-Suite-With-Free-Parking.h29618894.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Greystone - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Miami-Hotels-Hotel-Greystone.h34892018.Hotel-Information) > > [Universal's Endless Summer Resort - Dockside Inn and Suites](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Orlando-Hotels-Universals-Endless-Summer-Dockside-Inn-Suites.h33770341.Hotel-Information) > > [Fontainebleau Miami Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Miami-Hotels-Fontainebleau-Miami-Beach.h1190549.Hotel-Information) > > [DoubleTree by Hilton at the Entrance to Universal Orlando](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Orlando-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-At-The-Entrance-To-Universal-Orlando.h5398.Hotel-Information) > > [The Seagate Hotel, Golf & Beach Club, Autograph Collection](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Delray-Beach-Hotels-The-Seagate-Hotel-Spa.h2803783.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Beach Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Miami-Hotels-Grand-Beach-Hotel.h2238836.Hotel-Information) > > [Universal's Aventura Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Orlando-Hotels-Universals-Aventura-Hotel.h18352896.Hotel-Information) ---