LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION are said to be the three most important considerations in identifying desirable real estate. On Sanibel Island this can be further defined to VIEWS, VIEWS and more VIEWS in selecting your vacation home. At our unit 3A3 at Ocean's Reach Resort, we think we have a combination of location and view that can't be beat. Our unit is only 25 feet from the beach, an amenity hard to find anywhere on the Island. Located almost exactly on the elbow of the Island, the views from the beach offer both inspiring morning sunrises and spectacular evening sunsets. With limited development on both sides, the atmosphere of tropical remoteness and serenity is enhanced. With 1000 SF of living space, the unit comfortably accommod...

LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION are said to be the three most important considerations in identifying desirable real estate. On Sanibel Island this can be further defined to VIEWS, VIEWS and more VIEWS in selecting your vacation home.

At our unit 3A3 at Ocean's Reach Resort, we think we have a combination of location and view that can't be beat. Our unit is only 25 feet from the beach, an amenity hard to find anywhere on the Island. Located almost exactly on the elbow of the Island, the views from the beach offer both inspiring morning sunrises and spectacular evening sunsets. With limited development on both sides, the atmosphere of tropical remoteness and serenity is enhanced.

With 1000 SF of living space, the unit comfortably accommodates up to 4 people. The screened lanai overlooks the short walkway to the beach and the Gulf. There are many amenities, typically found only in premier properties. These include being professionally decorated and furnished throughout, with quartz kitchen and bath counter tops, a 55" smart TV in the living room and 43" smart TVs in each bedroom, ceiling fans in all rooms and the lanai and reliable, wireless internet .

We make personal and family use of the condo 8-10 weeks each year. As such, we furnish, decorate and equip the unit to the standards required to make it a comfortable second home. The kitchen is fully equipped with modern appliances. You will also find an ample supply of dishes, cookware, utensils, dishtowels and other kitchenware to meet all your needs. The dining room comfortably seats six and opens to the living room, the lanai and the spectacular gulf view. The master bedroom has a king bed and there are twin beds in the second bedroom . All linens and bath towels are provided and there is a washer and dryer in the unit. We try to include as many staples as possible so you don't have to run to the store as soon as you arrive and don't have to buy a month's supply of something for a one-week stay. These include items like soap, toilet paper, dish and laundry detergent, paper towels and much more.

The complex has 64 units in 4 buildings, located on a quiet, secluded dead end street. Its midpoint location on the Island makes for a short drive to Periwinkle and the center of Island shopping. Exterior amenities include tennis/pickle ball court, heated, gulf-front swimming pool, gas grills and picnic area, shuffleboard, basketball hoop, corn hole, croquet, covered parking, beach chairs and shell cleaning station. The beach is famous for the variety of shells that are found and the surf is generally gentle and slopes gradually, making for a great swim area, especially for small children. With limited development on both sides, the atmosphere of tropical remoteness and serenity is enhanced.

If you have never been to Sanibel, we believe you will find it to be a uniquely tropical vacation destination. If you are a returning visitor, we invite you to consider our Sanibel home for your vacation. In either case, we believe you will be very happy with your choice.

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Without question, the greatest attraction of Sanibel is the endless beach, producing a new harvest of shells with each new tide. Sanibel is known as the shelling capital of the world. While other beaches may have better or more sand, higher dunes or other favored characteristics, there is something about the totally tropical experience of walking the beach at Sanibel. The combination of magnificent views and a shoreline that brings a new population of shells with every tide is rivaled only by the grace and beauty of the pelicans and gulls in the sky. The dolphins playing in the surf produce a serenity and solitude that is unmatched anywhere. If outdoor sports are your priority, enjoy the three island golf courses and several championship courses nearby. Tennis and paddleball courts are readily available and there are miles of bike paths on Sanibel on which you can explore the Island. For the nature lover there is the Ding Darling Wildlife Sanctuary offering rare sightings of tropical birds, alligators and other wildlife. There is also The Bailey Tract and many other nature/preserve lands to explore.

Rates: Easter-November $2000-2700/week December-Easter $3200-4000/week

SPECIAL PRICING: Inquire about last minute reservations for savings up to 40%. During the four weeks prior to any arrival date, I will discount the rate on my unit an additional 10% each week for a stay of 7 nights or more. That's 10% if booked 4 weeks in advance, 20% if booked 3 weeks in advance, 30% - 2 weeks in advance and 40% - 1 week in advance.

Sanibel Island is a tropical paradise located near Fort Myers, on the Gulf Coast of Florida. If you are looking for a South Florida vacation and you like world-class beaches in a relaxed tropical environment, Sanibel must be on your list of vacation destinations. Our ocean front unit is only 25 feet from the beach, an amenity hard to find anywhere on the Island. Located almost exactly on the elbow of Sanibel, the views from the beach offer both inspiring morning sunrises and spectacular evening sunsets. With limited development on both sides, the atmosphere of tropical remoteness and serenity is enhanced. We have been coming to Sanibel for over 40 years. The ride across the Causeway is like a passage to another place and time. The miles of bike paths throughout the island, the endless variety of small specialty shops and excellent restaurants, the abundance of nature preserves and other outdoor activities and the opportunity to enjoy live theater and the arts all contribute to this mystique. Perhaps what Sanibel does not have is as important as what it does possess. There are no traffic lights, no high rises and no sense of urban congestion. If you have never been to Sanibel, we believe you will find it to be a uniquely tropical vacation destination. If you are a returning visitor, we invite you to consider our Sanibel home for your vacation. In either case, we believe you will be very happy with your choice.

What makes this Condo unique: 25 feet to the beach, direct gulf view, gulf front pool, on-site management tennis/pickleball court, grill and picnic area, beautifully landscaped, reserved covered parking and shell cleaning station

Hi, my name is Dave Herrick. My wife Sandy and I live on Lake Winnipesaukee in southern NH. We have been coming to Sanibel for over 40 years. We originally owned a condo in the 80s which we, unfortunately sold in 1992. Ever since then, we had been hoping to be able to someday re-establish an ownership position on the Island. During the 80s we made Sanibel our annual vacation, usually over the Holidays to coincide with school vacations for our three boys. Sometimes we had Christmas trees and boats in tow. Sometimes it was grandparents joining us to escape the Boston cold. On every occasion, it was a trip we all looked forward to with excitement and anticipation. My kids learned to swim on Sanibel. This is where they saw their first allig...

Hi, my name is Dave Herrick. My wife Sandy and I live on Lake Winnipesaukee in southern NH. We have been coming to Sanibel for over 40 years. We originally owned a condo in the 80s which we, unfortunately sold in 1992. Ever since then, we had been hoping to be able to someday re-establish an ownership position on the Island.

During the 80s we made Sanibel our annual vacation, usually over the Holidays to coincide with school vacations for our three boys. Sometimes we had Christmas trees and boats in tow. Sometimes it was grandparents joining us to escape the Boston cold. On every occasion, it was a trip we all looked forward to with excitement and anticipation. My kids learned to swim on Sanibel. This is where they saw their first alligator in the wild. We took daily bike rides on the miles of bike paths and explored the wildlife at the numerous sanctuaries. Sometimes we just walked the beach at low tide and talked about whatever interesting shells we found. Overall, Sanibel became a very special place in our lives. It became a place we all enjoyed together; a difficult concept to achieve in a diverse and growing family. During the nineties, we missed our southern sojourns, but with the kids involved in school activities and moving on to college, it became increasingly difficult to schedule family trips. Interestingly, the kids, now married with families and experiencing their own lives and careers, have rekindled their memories and attraction to the Island.

In 2004 we purchased a unit at Oceans Reach Resort and in 2016 we bought a second unit at the Sundial Resort. Our desire is to establish high quality, well maintained units to which our guests will want to return to year after year. You can view both these units at www.sanibelretreats.com.

We are enjoying this new phase in our lives and to sharing our Sanibel homes with our children, grandchildren and with other new and returning visitors.

Dave and Sandy Herrick

No parties/events

No smoking

No pets

Children allowed

Minimum age of primary renter:25

Max occupancy:6

Guests must submit a Security Deposit Waiver form to owner with valid VISA, MC, or Discover credit card information, 60 days or more before arrival

You will receive a welcome letter from my association after you book. You must complete and return the Security Deposit Waiver form to me

Cancellations: $650 deposit with booking, refundable less $50 booking fee until 60 days before arrival. Final payment is due at that time

We make personal and family use of the condo 6-8 weeks each year. As such, we furnish, decorate and equip the unit to the standards required to make it a comfortable sec...

No smoking

No pets

Children allowed

Minimum age of primary renter:25

Max occupancy:6

Guests must submit a Security Deposit Waiver form to owner with valid VISA, MC, or Discover credit card information, 60 days or more before arrival

You will receive a welcome letter from my association after you book. You must complete and return the Security Deposit Waiver form to me

Cancellations: $650 deposit with booking, refundable less $50 booking fee until 60 days before arrival. Final payment is due at that time

We make personal and family use of the condo 6-8 weeks each year. As such, we furnish, decorate and equip the unit to the standards required to make it a comfortable second home. The kitchen is fully equipped with modern appliances. You will also find an ample supply of dishes, cookware, utensils, dishtowels and other kitchenware to meet all your needs. The dining room comfortably seats six and opens to the living room, the lanai and the spectacular ocean view. The master bedroom has a king bed and there are twin beds in the second bedroom and there is a sleep sofa in the livingroom. All linens and towels are provided and there is a washer and dryer in the unit. We try to include as many staples as possible so you don’t have to run to the store as soon as you arrive and don’t have to buy a month’s supply of something for a one-week stay. These include items like soap, toilet paper, dish and laundry detergent, paper towels and much more.