House in Sanibel Island, FL
8 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Top-tier experienceA high end property in this area
About this house rental
Summary:
After 4 long years, we are finally back up and running, completing the repairs from damage due to Hurricane Ian. It has been a long time coming and we are thrilled to be offering our property once again for you to enjoy.
As featured on HGTV "Island Hunters" and Grandeur Magazine's "Paradise Found" this is a 4-acre PRIVATE ISLAND in Sanibel, Florida complete with private beach, pool, dock & 360º views. In addition, we have a 100-foot houseboat docked at the property that you can use for extra sleeping space and relaxing. Between the 2 spaces, a group of 10 can easily stay and have lots of room to spread out.
Crescent Island has only one home on the entire island & a dock with access to the Gulf and the Intracoastal Waterway. Property includes three levels of decks with a screened in porch off the living room. The home offers 3 bedrooms. The master is located on the top floor where you will awaken to an amazing view. It has a king bed and full bathroom with large shower. A washer and dryer are located within the master bathroom. The second bedroom, also on the top floor, has a queen bed and a twin bed with its own full bathroom. The third bedroom also has a queen bed and a twin bed. It is located on the main floor, next to a half bath.
The house has a brand-new kitchen with an amazing ocean view. It includes full size appliances, including a dish washer.
The Space:
Captivating waterfront views surround the residence, giving one the feeling of complete isolation from the mainland and its complications. All amenities are provided including solar power (with a backup generator), washer/dryer, full kitchen with large dining table, Dish TV, kayaks, paddle board, water equipment, pool, & BBQ. A private sandy beach is accessible immediately from the lower deck. Hughes Satellite internet and Dish TV are also included.
Guest Access:
A parking spot is provided at a local Inn (that we own) where you can leave your car. From the Inn, you can boat to the island (5-minute boat ride) and return for your car whenever you need it.
The Neighborhood:
Crescent island is a four-acre PRIVATE ISLAND. It provides access to some of the best fishing and recreational areas on the Gulf Coast and looks onto Sanibel Island, Pine Island and is a short ride from St. James City, Fort Myers, Sanibel and Captiva Island. Some of Florida's best beaches surround the island (including your private sandy beach) as well as unique tourist towns such as Matlacha and Bokeelia. Only a short boat ride finds numerous restaurants, bars, grocery stores, banks and pharmacies.
Getting Around:
A Hurricane Deck Boat or pontoon boat is included at no extra cost (compare to up to $650 per day at local Marinas). The area is well suited to boat transportation with numerous boat-up restaurants, bars and marinas in all of the local towns. Civilization can be found in nearby St. James City, nearby Sanibel, fort Myers or Pine Island. The island is truly "away from it all" but close enough to not feel isolated.
Other Things to Note:
Cell phone service is available on the Island. Satellite wifi is provided, and Satellite TV (Dish) is provided. The Satellite wifi is only capable of HD with Netflix, not 4k.
Interaction with Guests:
The island is only accessible by boat. Grocery, pharmacy, bank, county tennis courts & community center and other services are available on nearby Pine Island. A 23' deck boat or pontoon boat (a $650 per day value compared to prices at local marinas) is provided at no extra charge. Renters should have boating experience. The island includes a dock where the boat can be docked for the duration of your stay. The island is only 1000 ft. from St. James Town, and a few minutes from where your car will be parked. Parking fees are included.
After 4 long years, we are finally back up and running, completing the repairs from damage due to Hurricane Ian. It has been a long time coming and we are thrilled to be offering our property once again for you to enjoy.
As featured on HGTV "Island Hunters" and Grandeur Magazine's "Paradise Found" this is a 4-acre PRIVATE ISLAND in Sanibel, Florida complete with private beach, pool, dock & 360º views. In addition, we have a 100-foot houseboat docked at the property that you can use for extra sleeping space and relaxing. Between the 2 spaces, a group of 10 can easily stay and have lots of room to spread out.
Crescent Island has only one home on the entire island & a dock with access to the Gulf and the Intracoastal Waterway. Property includes three levels of decks with a screened in porch off the living room. The home offers 3 bedrooms. The master is located on the top floor where you will awaken to an amazing view. It has a king bed and full bathroom with large shower. A washer and dryer are located within the master bathroom. The second bedroom, also on the top floor, has a queen bed and a twin bed with its own full bathroom. The third bedroom also has a queen bed and a twin bed. It is located on the main floor, next to a half bath.
The house has a brand-new kitchen with an amazing ocean view. It includes full size appliances, including a dish washer.
The Space:
Captivating waterfront views surround the residence, giving one the feeling of complete isolation from the mainland and its complications. All amenities are provided including solar power (with a backup generator), washer/dryer, full kitchen with large dining table, Dish TV, kayaks, paddle board, water equipment, pool, & BBQ. A private sandy beach is accessible immediately from the lower deck. Hughes Satellite internet and Dish TV are also included.
Guest Access:
A parking spot is provided at a local Inn (that we own) where you can leave your car. From the Inn, you can boat to the island (5-minute boat ride) and return for your car whenever you need it.
The Neighborhood:
Crescent island is a four-acre PRIVATE ISLAND. It provides access to some of the best fishing and recreational areas on the Gulf Coast and looks onto Sanibel Island, Pine Island and is a short ride from St. James City, Fort Myers, Sanibel and Captiva Island. Some of Florida's best beaches surround the island (including your private sandy beach) as well as unique tourist towns such as Matlacha and Bokeelia. Only a short boat ride finds numerous restaurants, bars, grocery stores, banks and pharmacies.
Getting Around:
A Hurricane Deck Boat or pontoon boat is included at no extra cost (compare to up to $650 per day at local Marinas). The area is well suited to boat transportation with numerous boat-up restaurants, bars and marinas in all of the local towns. Civilization can be found in nearby St. James City, nearby Sanibel, fort Myers or Pine Island. The island is truly "away from it all" but close enough to not feel isolated.
Other Things to Note:
Cell phone service is available on the Island. Satellite wifi is provided, and Satellite TV (Dish) is provided. The Satellite wifi is only capable of HD with Netflix, not 4k.
Interaction with Guests:
The island is only accessible by boat. Grocery, pharmacy, bank, county tennis courts & community center and other services are available on nearby Pine Island. A 23' deck boat or pontoon boat (a $650 per day value compared to prices at local marinas) is provided at no extra charge. Renters should have boating experience. The island includes a dock where the boat can be docked for the duration of your stay. The island is only 1000 ft. from St. James Town, and a few minutes from where your car will be parked. Parking fees are included.
Amenities
Free Parking
Air conditioning
Pool
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
TV
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Refrigerator
Kitchen
Balcony/Terrace
WiFi/Internet
Parking Available
Private pool access
Microwave
Dishwasher
Washing machine
Dryer
Washer/dryer
Kitchenware
Garden
Oven
Stove
Laundry services
Fireplace
Waterfront
Bath or shower
Outdoor Cooking
Sofa bed
Linens
Dining table
Hairdryer
Fire extinguisher
Map of Sanibel Island, FL
Ratings and reviews
10 / 10Outstanding·Jul 2022
Best vacation house ! Had everything for everyone. Having the boat was definitely a huge plus ! Everything was definitely thought of in the house for every age . We all had a wonderful time and definitely want to go back !!
10 / 10Outstanding·Jun 2022
When you arrive you will not want to leave. Pack lightly and remember you are on an island. :) We saw dolphins daily and 4 of them came by the porch at sunset to say hello! My husband caught red fish, trout, and salt water catfish from the front porch. We were outside from sun up to sun down daily. Dave and Louise are the BEST!! They truly thought of everything. We hope to see you again soon!!!!
10 / 10Outstanding·Jun 2022
#1 Crescent Island
Review for visit June 4 – 11, 2022
We thoroughly enjoyed our time at the house, private island and exploring the other islands and beaches. Local restaurants are great. Oysters, fish and shrimp to die for right on the water – by car or boat. Being able to park and be at the boat dock was great. Really made shore trips a breeze. The owners and staff were also very helpful.
However, do not expect what the website shows or the pictures to be fully accurate. The house is currently a work in progress not a mansion on an island featured for the Rich & Famous. It has inadequate solar power, undependable generator back up (if any – none in our case) and Wi-Fi that does not support Zoom sessions or streaming. Keep in mind, if the solar and generators fail you have no power, water or AC. (happened twice during our visit for 4 – 10 hours). Inside temperatures are recommended by owners to be kept at 78 - 80 degrees (even at night). Rec Room with fold out bed does not qualify as a 5th bedroom because it has no air conditioning and is too open to the outdoors.
Boat and pool are fantastic. Views are great. Kayaks and private beach are fun. We also visited beaches at Fort Myers, Sanibel light house, Captiva and North Captiva. Lots of fish around the island and the house including snook right under the dock. Seeing dolphins every day and also the occasional manatee was always fun.
Bugs are a known issue in that area especially “no see ums”. Not during the day, only mornings and evenings. Bring insect repellent. I also understand after the fact, that Skin So Soft is the best repellent for No See Ums.
Our family highly recommends this location as long as you understand what it is. Also keep in mind that the owners are continuously trying to repair and upgrade the property so what you find may be much improved over what we experienced.
5 / 10·Apr 2021
Very relaxing beautiful house. Well appointed and supplied. Enjoyed lounging by the pool and reading on the sound facing decks. We used the three kayaks nearly every day out among the mangroves. Saw manatees and dolphins (one that gave us a quick “flipper” show), and indigenous birds (Ibis, herons, cranes, pelicans). The highlight activity was the use of the power boat. Although best if have some boating experience, Dave was a very patient instructor for us novices (make sure to keep a close eye on the depth finder). We enjoyed boating in the sound, a bit of fishing, and going to gulf facing Sanibel and Captiva beaches (need to anchor and wade into the beach). There are a number of marina restaurants to boat to, but we chose to get takeout from the nearby Waterfront Marina restaurant (5 minutes) - particularly loved the gator bites and crab crusted grouper. (Staff wear masks - not necessarily the case for other restaurants)Louise and Dave are very hospitable hosts, very quick to respond to any questions. Overall wonderful experience.
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9.9Outstanding
(16 Ratings)
"Best vacation house ! Had everything for everyone. Having the boat was definitely a huge plus ! Everything was definitely thought of in the house for every age . We all had a wonderful time and defini..."
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