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Breathtaking, Expansive Gulf views, Steps to the Beach - Beach Sanctuary - Roelens

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Property grounds
Smart TV, video games, DVD player, stereo
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
On the beach
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Beach view
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Breathtaking, Expansive Gulf views, Steps to the Beach - Beach Sanctuary - Roelens

Beach Sanctuary
Beach Front

Welcome to Beach Sanctuary, your Gulf-front paradise offering the best views on the island. Situated on the southern tip of Estero Island (Fort Myers Beach), this architectural masterpiece provides unparalleled vistas of the Gulf, beach, and surrounding nature preserves. With pristine sands right in front, you'll enjoy views of Lovers Key to the left, peaceful boat traffic between islands, and serene wildlife from the surrounding nature sanctuaries. Whether you're lounging on one of the three balconies or taking a stroll along the beach, birdwatching here is simply unrivaled. Here's what makes this home so special:

Bedding Arrangement:

4 Bedrooms:
Master Suit with a King-size bed and, beautiful ensuite bathroom and Gulf views
2 Bedrooms, each with a King-size bed with their own spacious ensuite bathroom
1 Top-Floor Loft with a double bed, trundle, and bunks, accommodating four guests with spectacular views and direct access to the loft deck
Top Features:

Sleeps 10
Gulf-Front Views & Beach Access: Just a three-minute walk from the house to the water's edge, where you can swim, lounge, or watch dolphins play. Beach chairs and an umbrella are provided for your convenience.
Three Balconies for Spectacular Views: With each balcony offering incredible views of the Gulf, nature preserves, and wildlife, you'll have the perfect spot to relax, unwind, and enjoy the surrounding beauty.
Luxurious Interior & Furnishings: Recently renovated, the Beach Sanctuary features high-end furnishings and a spacious layout, providing ample space for relaxation and comfort for your entire group.
Outdoor BBQ & Dining: Use the BBQ grill to prepare fresh seafood or enjoy a casual meal outdoors while taking in the gorgeous views.
Fishing & Water Sports: Located near renowned beach fishing spots, enjoy fishing right from the shore, or rent a boat or book a fishing charter at Fish Tale Marina, just behind Santini Plaza.
Island Adventures: Explore unique shops, exciting nightlife, and fine dining options, including some of the best fresh seafood around. Take a short bike ride to the tiki bars or visit Captiva and Sanibel for even more adventure.
Convenient Location: Situated at the quieter southern end of the island, the Beach Sanctuary offers easy access to the mainland and the airport via the south end bridge through Bonita Springs.

Escape to the perfect beachfront island retreat at Beach Sanctuary, where luxurious accommodations, breathtaking views, and an abundance of activities await. Whether you're seeking relaxation by the beach or adventure on the water, this home is the ideal setting for your next unforgettable vacation.

Roelens Vacations is proud to partner with the city to promote recycling and make our community more sustainable and greener. Thank you for your cooperation and for being part of a more sustainable future!

DISCLAIMERS:
This home does not allow pets!

The home has a minimum age requirement of 25 to book. Smoking is not allowed on the property.

Air conditioning is set to 74°F during the day, with the option to adjust it lower at night.

Town of Fort Myers Beach Registration # 19-1165

Property manager

Roelens Vacations

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • Shower
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Video games
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

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Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
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Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether 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

Property is also known as

928512

About the neighborhood

Map
Fort Myers Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Castle Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Lover's Key Beach - 1 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Santini Marina Shopping Plaza - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Estero Boulevard Beach - 8 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Key West Express - 17 min drive - 10.9 km

Getting around

  • Southwest Florida Intl. Airport (RSW) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪First Watch - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Flippers on the Bay - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Five Guys - ‬23 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Breathtaking, Expansive Gulf views, Steps to the Beach - Beach Sanctuary - Roelens pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is Breathtaking, Expansive Gulf views, Steps to the Beach - Beach Sanctuary - Roelens located?

Nestled on the beach, this South Island vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Castle Beach, Lover's Key Beach, and Santini Marina Shopping Plaza. Sterling Ave Beach and Bonita Beach Dog Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Breathtaking, Expansive Gulf views, Steps to the Beach - Beach Sanctuary - Roelens Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jessica J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Location
Loved the location but a lot of construction was going on to one side of us and on the new bridge but that was expected after the hurricane. Cons: When we got there, a smoke detector was chirping. The ice maker in the main refrigerator was disgusting (I opened it up when it got jammed),so we used the ice from ice trays in the second refrigerator, the second refrigerator wouldn’t get very cold, the inner side back doorknob on the ground floor came off when simply trying to close the door from the inside.Pros: the beds and couch were comfy, pillows were great, location is away from the hustle & bustle of the north end of the island, traffic wasn’t bad on the south end of the island, it was a bit of a walk out to the water but the shelling was good. Being at the end of the island it felt like we were on a private beach with only a handful of people other than my family.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Armando L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very relaxing experience
Really nice house, with excellent views. Great responsiveness, from owner. The full size mattress on the top floor might be uncomfortable for some people.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
South end of Ft Myers Beah
Nice out of the crowded areas on south end of Estero Blv. Had a nice time even though the water quality was poor. It is peaceful when the bridge construction is done. Great views from the house updated inside. About 300 yards from the water but the whole beach is yours.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renee A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Girls Trip
The house was beautiful and was perfect for our long weekend!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

April R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great!
We absolutely loved this house and this location! Perfect quiet, stress-free get away! Loved the nature and wildlife in the nearby nature preserve as well!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic
Great house and location
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Nicole S.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation 2021
We enjoyed our stay at this property. There were 3 families and we all had plenty of room and everything we need to enjoy the week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome
Heather at Luxury Vacations was a Rock Star, she took care of everything we needed immediately. We had an awesome time!!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Linda R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice House
The house was lovely. I am sure this is a great place to stay when the weather cooperates. We had severe wind and flooding rain during our entire stay. We would liked to have known that we would have to travel 30+ minutes for any indoor activities. We were provided a list of many outdoor activities by the company however, a list of indoor ideas would have been extremely helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Davert P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magical Place
Thank you very much for letting me rent this place for my family and I! The place and the beach was amazing! Enjoyed the relaxation and privacy we had while being there!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nancy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful vacation
We had a great time staying here. The view from the porch was perfect. Plenty of room for all of us. The large dining table was perfect for game nigt.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Barb F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradise @ Fort Myers Beach!
This place was fantastic for our family and has been labeled the 'best place we've ever stayed!' by all. The house and its amenities are all encompassing. They provided so many things for our enjoyment, we didn't even use them all! Communication with the rental property managers was perfect. Access to the beach was good, a little walk (which we need), but never crowded. Like having your own private beach. Thank you so much!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Amy J.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Beautiful view
Beautiful location. Some pictures online need to be updated to accurately show property after hurricane. We had an excellent time anyway.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
Beach is a little bit of a trek for older folks but Lovers Key is very close. Used the kitchen almost every night. Had everything we needed. Jessica was fast to respond to every request.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brooke E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradise
The house was amazing, the view was gorgeous and the weather was perfect. Though it was sad to see Fort Myers with so much construction, it was nice to be there without the enormous crowds. No complaints about the house, but beach toys for the kiddos would’ve been nice and maybe a wagon to haul it all in. The walk to the water is significant. But we loved it, this maybe the house return to year after year ❤️
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kyla B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful!
We saw dolphins twice each day, collected more shells than we could fit in our suitcases, sunrises/sunsets, and the home had ample room and amenities. Loved the large beach towels, wagon, chairs, A/C, washer/dryer, and tubes to float on. The view was great, comfy couch, and clean. A couple things to note: there is construction going on all around that end of the island. 90% of the time, it wasn’t an issue but a couple of days it was pretty loud for part of the day. The beds/pillows were lacking in comfort a bit, but I am picky that way. It was quite a trek down to the water’s edge-a good 5 minute walk, which I thought was great-I love walking in the sand, but it would be hard with young children or elderly.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice home for fMLies
Big and spacious for multiple family members. Beautiful views from comfortable large deck. It is about 400 yards from the water so you need to take that into account. We had a wonderful stay. However, this was one of the only places rented along the entire Estro Blvd due to the hurricane damage. We did have problems with biting sand fleas and the red tide caused allergic reactions from some family members. But I think this is just a left over of the hurricanissues
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

armando p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
BIRDS and SEAWEED
Well what can i say the house was great except it needs a little more 2024 in it. Like USB chargers and a few outlets of easy access in and out of house. This house is perfect for bird lovers as the Bird Sanctuary is great but not for me as i had to battle the birds and their friends everytime i wanted to walk. The walk to the beach was not bad at all but what was frustrating was the massive amounts of seaweed that this time of the year we got to the point i could not enjoy my beach access behind the house and the city never once stopped by to clean up the mess. i guess since no one is staying out there renting that not enough complaints come in so they do not care. But overall the house was great for the family and the beds were SUPER comfotable except for the loft bunk beds those things were rough.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Dustin Y.

Wonderful House.
Overall, love the house, you cannot beat the views. J.C., the owner, is fantastic and is very responsive. Unfortunately, he no longer manages the company and has left this to a property manager, who is not the most responsive. We had to buy our own toilet paper since there was only one partial one on the roll and no extra, no extra paper towels, and we had to buy our own sponge to wash our dishes. Other than these minor issues, the house was a 5/5.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Cally W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Beautiful home
Ft. Meyers beach is still very much impacted by the recent hurricane. This home is still under the remodel process. This was not noted in the listing. Given the circumstances in the area, the living areas in the home have been very well addressed. There are some areas that needed attention, and I am sure will timely be addressed. The check in process was not provided to me until I arrived at the home, and took some time to obtain. The management company did communicate with me, and addressed concerns timely. The shelling along the beach was fabulous, though as noted by other guests, it is a bit of a walk to get there. Overall, highly recommend giving this place a try. It would be great for a larger group/family/girls or guys trip, etc. It was still very nice for a romantic getaway for two.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Shameka M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Fort Meyers Beach Escape
Upon arriving at the home, we were a little taken back by the basement portion of the home not being there per the pictures and a few things weren't as tidy as we thought they should be for a luxury stay. We spoke to the owner and things were fixed and explained right away. Apologies were given and the customer service ethic was great! The owner was very communicative and available for any questions we had. Outside of the little set back my family of 7 plus guests of 2 loved our stay. The view, the area ( despite hurricane Ian's slight devastation and rebuild of the area) was still super relaxing and peaceful. Our kids loved the private beach stay. We saw dolphins right at the edge, were able to see the sea turtle tracks and nests but not them physically... We saw pelicans and skimmers everyday then on our last day we had a flock of pink flamingoes land right in back of the house and we're Able to get great shots to take back home with us. Some area entertainment is still open and we were able to take some boat rides and mini gulf as well as visit some restaurants. The balcony of the home even though close to the beach and the marsh area next to it was still peaceful enough and breezy even on those hot days and I was pleasantly surprised by not being bothered by any bugs at all... I would rate my stay even with the slight issue a 10/10 . This will definitely be a place our family can visit annually.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Lisa I.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Pictures are misleading
The house was pretty run down, the bedrooms were okay but the pictures were very misleading. The kitchen was not very clean they were missing a cabinet door the drawers were dirty inside we pulled out pots and pans to use and they were dirty. The outside deck needed done work the grill they had to use was a piece of junk and the cushions on the furniture that was on the deck we’re definitely dirty snd look like they had been there for about 8 to 10 years. Also we could not sit outside in the evening and enjoy the view or the sounds of the waves without being eaten alive by no seum bugs. Also we had 7 people and the couch they had wound not sit all of us.. The lower level that had the pool table was musty. It was not a great experience and I would not recommend this place. The only thing that was great was my contact with Jessica she was great and very on top of things. I called her because one of the shower glass doors were about to fall off and she had some one out the next morning to fix it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Barbara S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great week with a few hiccups
Prior to arriving at the property we received wonderful communication. We received instructions on how to get in but none of the codes worked. The property manager was quick to assist and we were able to get in. A new ping pong table had arrived but remained in a box in the entry way the entire week we were there. The current ping pong table was warped so it is great people will get to enjoy a better table, just wish someone would have put it together prior to our arrival. The house is great: lots of space, comfortable beds and areas and wonderful kitchen and showers. The refrigerator did not work great and a few times we worried about spoiled food due to the temperature. The place was clean but there were little bugs that were in the kitchen and bedrooms. We aren't sure if that is typical of beach living so we would clean them up and move on but they would come back. There were 2 slats broken on the 2nd floor deck that were hazardous to the kids but we made sure they didn't venture to that side of the deck. The gate on the 2nd floor was also broken so we would keep a chair in front of it to keep it closed. The bunk bed has broken slats and we were worried about the safety of it so we made 2 of the kids sleep together in the full below, thank goodness it was a full. The hot tub is beautiful and someone comes by to make sure it is taken care of but the cover does not clamp down and flies away in the storms. We spent time after each storm hunting down the cover and dragging it back to the house. The location CANNOT be beat and we thoroughly enjoyed our time at the sanctuary. It seemed to be a fairly new rental so directions on what to do and things to be aware of would be a great addition in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Martina R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location, beautiful house
A very beautiful house that is very well equipped. Everything was very clean. Above all, the location is unique. The view was fascinating every day. If we had any problems, the team helped us quickly.
Stayed 17 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

David m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A truly beautiful property
Would return
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020