# Island Dreams is a Vacation Rental property in Sanibel, FL > Canonical Human URL: https://rentals.sblvacations.com/rentals/island-dreams ## Property Details - Location: Sanibel, FL - Type: House - Bedrooms: 3 - Bathrooms: 3 - Max Occupancy: 6 - Pet Friendly: Yes - Rating: 4.8333 (18 reviews) ------------------------------ ## Location - Coordinates: 26.433042, -82.114509 - Region: Sanibel, FL ### Open date ranges - Nov 30, 2026 to Dec 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026 to Jan 1, 2027 - Jan 31, 2027 to Feb 1, 2027 - Feb 28, 2027 to Mar 1, 2027 - Apr 30, 2027 to Jun 1, 2027 - Jun 30, 2027 to Jul 1, 2027 - Jul 31, 2027 to Sep 1, 2027 ## Amenities Air Conditioning,BBQ Grill,Beach,Beach Chairs,Beach Towels,Beach Umbrella,bird watching,Ceiling Fans,Clean with disinfectant,Close to Town,Clothes Dryer,Coffee Maker,Cookware,Deck / Patio,Dishes & Utensils,Dishwasher,fishing,Full Kitchen,Hair Dryer,Hairdryer,Heated Pool,High touch surfaces cleaned with disinfectant,Internet,Iron & Board,Ironing Board,Kitchen,Lanai,Lanai / Gazebo,Linens,Linens Provided,Living Room,Microwave,Near Beach,Near The Ocean,Nearby Bank,Nearby Bike & Equipment Rentals,Nearby Grocery,Nearby Post Office,New Appliances,No-contact check-in and check-out,Non-Smoking Only,Outdoor Dining Furniture,Outdoor Grill,Outdoor Shower,Oven,Parking,Patio,Private Beach Access,Private Pool,Refrigerator,Stove,Washing Machine,WiFi ## Images (https://pictures.escapia.com/SAVACA/75149/5307360419.jpg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/SAVACA/75149/9244070682.jpg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/SAVACA/75149/4838040498.jpg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/SAVACA/75149/4870280059.jpg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/SAVACA/75149/1173550753.jpg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/SAVACA/75149/7476020755.jpg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/SAVACA/75149/2504510751.jpg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/SAVACA/75149/1806400754.jpg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/SAVACA/75149/5405640756.jpg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/SAVACA/75149/5556410090.jpg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/SAVACA/75149/0945540812.jpg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/SAVACA/75149/1752340339.jpg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/SAVACA/75149/5284200602.jpg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/SAVACA/75149/4990930656.jpg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/SAVACA/75149/1129340548.jpg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/SAVACA/75149/3977180226.jpg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/SAVACA/75149/5154470393.jpg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/SAVACA/75149/5239990715.jpg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/SAVACA/75149/7083150129.jpg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/SAVACA/75149/4859090265.jpg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/SAVACA/75149/7641670887.jpg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/SAVACA/75149/0465580890.jpg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/SAVACA/75149/0149940889.jpg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/SAVACA/75149/4990930892.jpg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/SAVACA/75149/1205780813.jpg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/SAVACA/75149/6843170542.jpg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/SAVACA/75149/3855740286.jpg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/SAVACA/75149/7378530655.jpg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/SAVACA/75149/6822120872.jpg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/SAVACA/75149/6570950069.jpg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/SAVACA/75149/7301300596.jpg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/SAVACA/75149/9188670048.jpg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/SAVACA/75149/7520230049.jpg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/SAVACA/75149/4541880249.jpg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/SAVACA/75149/0945540663.jpg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/SAVACA/75149/0104940722.jpg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/SAVACA/75149/5973240627.jpg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/SAVACA/75149/9309330624.jpg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/SAVACA/75149/7958100625.jpg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/SAVACA/75149/7257870252.jpg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/SAVACA/75149/7922960725.jpg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/SAVACA/75149/2317810154.jpg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/SAVACA/75149/3116320151.jpg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/SAVACA/75149/4074670965.jpg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/SAVACA/75149/3060140971.jpg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/SAVACA/75149/4435310443.jpg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/SAVACA/75149/8730540679.jpg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/SAVACA/75149/4127960684.jpg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/SAVACA/75149/9996250685.jpg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/SAVACA/75149/9244070101.jpg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/SAVACA/75149/9244070522.jpg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/SAVACA/75149/9244070000.jpg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/SAVACA/75149/4586870833.jpg) > (https://pictures.escapia.com/SAVACA/75149/5307360808.jpg) > ## Description This tropical beach inspired 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom remodeled gem located on West Gulf Drive is not to be missed!! "Island Dreams" recently underwent an amazing remodel including an incredible all-new chefs kitchen, master bathroom and stunning upgrades and furnishings throughout. The entire interior of the home was painted and decorated to reflect the peaceful and serene environment that is Sanibel Island. The outstanding outdoor space is suitable for all weather conditions with half of it newly furnished and covered and the other half open and screened framing the new large heated pool. This stunning home is in the highly sought after West Gulf Drive area with the best beach locations on the island. Island Dreams is simply a dream come true. Come and see for yourself -- availability will not last! Home amenities include: 3 bedrooms/3 bathrooms -- 2 King bed, 2 Queen bed (sleeps 6 MAX), SmartTVs (streaming only), WIFI available, heated pool, large enclosed lanai patio space, deeded beach access, NO garage parking available, washer & dryer, 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. 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-010296 ------------------------------ ## Reviews ### A Great Island Dreams Vacation (5/5 stars) This rental is a great place to stay. This was my second Sept at Island Dreams and already booked for next year. The location to the beach and beach access is perfect. The amenities are very adequate with a fully equipped kitchen, screened pool, fenced in backyard for the pets and plenty of space for guests. The Sanibel Vacation staff are the friendly and so helpful. I can't wait for my next adventure. - Anonymous Posted on 10/15/2025 ### Living in paradise (5/5 stars) We had a wonderful stay at Island Dreams. The house was clean, professionally decorated and the kitchen was well stocked. We loved that the house had 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. Having a pool that is screened, as this house did, is a must if you plan to vacation during the summer’s high mosquito and noseeum season. We also loved that the house was across the street from the beach access path. - Anonymous Posted on 7/3/2025 ### I ❤️ Sanibel!! (5/5 stars) We truly had a wonderful month in Sanibel!! The things we really enjoyed about this house was the great location (great access to the beach) & the pool. The house was very clean and bright. The only negative I have is that the kitchen could have been a little better stocked. I really love working with everyone at Sanibel Vacations. I very highly recommend them and certainly look forward to working with them again on our future vacations to Sanibel!! - Anonymous Posted on 2/17/2025 ### A Great Sanibel Vacation! (5/5 stars) This was my first Sanibel Vacation rental and enjoyed every minute of it. The house was perfect for us and pet friendly also. The house was clean and bright. The house lay out was perfect. All the amenities were up to date. Super easy beach access. A full day at the beach then an afternoon in the pool to cool off. - Anonymous Posted on 10/2/2024 ### A real Island Dream! (5/5 stars) Coming to Sanibel for nearly thirty years we found this wonderful home last year. So this was our - two people - second visit at the Island Dreams. Unfortunately we could not make plans for the next year at this time. Otherwise we would have accepted the offer to make a reservation for the next year immediately! - Anonymous Posted on 12/5/2019 ### Island Dream (3/5 stars) We have rented this property three times in the past 4 years but will not book it again. It is an older property that requires general maintenance and additional updating. - Anonymous Posted on 8/2/2019 ### A really island dream! (5/5 stars) Coming to Sanibel for nearly thirty years we - meanwhile seniors - now found this perfect home: great location at the quiet end of West Gulf Drive, steps to the uncrowded beach, a warm and friendly ambience. - Anonymous Posted on 12/3/2018 ### Island Dreams (5/5 stars) Island Dreams was lovely. We've rented for 4 years and plan to return for a 5th. - Anonymous Posted on 3/17/2018 ### December fun on the beach (5/5 stars) Our second December at Island Dreams and we booked again for 2018. The house is nicely located across the street from the beach and the heated pool and fenced yard for our dogs was what attracted us most. Thanks again to Rob, Charlie and staff for a great stay! - Anonymous Posted on 1/1/2018 ### Our month in the sun (5/5 stars) We enjoyed our time in Sanibel. The weather was perfect and the house fully met our needs. It is nicely updated and fully equipped. We rebooked for next December and look forward to going back again. Thanks to Rob, Charlie and Carly for taking great care of us! - Anonymous Posted on 1/2/2017 ### Island Dreams (5/5 stars) This is a beautiful pool home, in the perfect location, right across the street from the beach. Check in after hours was easy peasy, too. We absolutely enjoyed our peaceful stay here. That's an understatement, because we didn't want to give up those keys! Rob, Charlie and Carly made sure we were taken care of. They're seriously good people. We highly recommend renting through SBL Vacations, you will NOT be disappointed. - Anonymous Posted on 1/4/2016 ### Absolutely Fabulous! (5/5 stars) Perfect in every way. - Anonymous Posted on 8/16/2015 ### Island Dreams--March 2015 (5/5 stars) Our SBL rental lived up to its moniker--"Island Dreams". We found the property to be as advertised, i.e. newly remodeled, across the street from the beach, and able to accommodate our extended families. The neighborhood is quiet, upscale residential with attractive homes homes on all sides. When we arrived we found everything nicely cleaned with plenty of space to easily store all of our belongings. The home's equipment and appliances were generally new and in good working condition. The one exception was the heat pump for the pool. SBL property managers were able to get the old pool heater replaced with a new one in just a couple of days--which we considered to be exceptional under the circumstances.Aside from having easy access to the beach, the property is within a mile of Doc Ford's restaurant and the Ding Darling Nature Preserve. We enjoyed both of these venues on multiple occasions during our month long stay on Sanibel Island.Overall, we had a very comfortable and enjoyable stay on Sanibel Island. When our extended families came to visit they were equally impressed with the Island Dreams rental and all that it offered. We would definitely recommend this property to our friends. - Anonymous Posted on 4/4/2015 ### Perfect vacation (5/5 stars) This is the second year we've stayed at Island Dreams and we loved the renovation, making our stay even more perfect. The owners created more of an open floor plan that worked really well for all of us. Thank you owners and property managers. - Anonymous Posted on 3/5/2015 ### Island Dreams is a Real Dream!! (5/5 stars) Island Dreams was a complete dream the month we were lucky to be there! The home is very comfortable and decorated beachy chic! The open floor plan is great and the pool area is delightful and very private. The owners have done an excellent job of providing everything a renter could need! The kitchen is well stocked with new appliances and plenty of gadgets and dishes. We prepared most meals at the home and often used the very nice bbq grill. The bedrooms are spacious and beds comfortable. The beach access is almost directly across the street on a beautiful, quiet stretch of beach. It's the perfect spot to watch the breathtaking Sanibel sunsets and of course to collect sea shells! Our favorite local restaurants are Island Cow, Lighthouse Cafe for breakfast, the East End Deli for great Cuban sandwiches, RC Otters on Captiva, and Pinocchio's for ice cream! We loved kayaking at Tarpon Bay Explorers and going to the farmer's market on Sunday mornings. A drive through Ding Darling and a boat ride to Cabbage Key for a cheeseburger in paradise are also some of our favorite things to do! We highly recommend the Island Dreams home and Sanibel Vacations for your next visit to Sanibel! - Anonymous Posted on 1/4/2015 ### Great Upgrade for a great location (5/5 stars) Second year for renting this property. The remodeling done by the new onwners was great and turned this propery from just average to outstanding. Management staff was great, qwuickly responded to a minor frig problem. Location is very convienent to the beach. Kithcen is well stocked with everything you'll need. Lots of extras with bikes, beach chairs, pool floats, beach carts etc. Only negative is the outdated garage door that opens manually. Would be back next year but the owner is staying the month of October. - Anonymous Posted on 11/6/2014 ### Great Location Good value (4/5 stars) Rented this unit for the location on quiet W. Gulf Dr. and near beach and wasn't disappointed. The house is somewhat dated but had everything we needed. Sleeps 9 very comfortably. Great lanai and pool. Should get an automatic garage door opener for us senior citizens. Great value for the price! - Anonymous Posted on 11/6/2013 ### Home away from Home (5/5 stars) Island Dreams is a great rental house located on the quiet West End of Sanibel. Proximity to the beach is great and the house is extremely comfortable. Has everything you need! - Anonymous Posted on 8/2/2013