If you have never been to Sanibel Island you are really missing out on an amazing experience! If you haven’t visited in a while here is a reminder of what is waiting for you on your next trip here! This is the first of a series of blogs on Sanibel Island so please stay tuned!

This secluded Fort Myers offshoot is considered even more low-key, quiet and quaint than its Gulf Coast neighbor, and that’s saying a lot. Casual is the order of the day on Sanibel Island; a shabby chic vibe permeates the Periwinkle Way galleries, restaurants and shops; seashells cover every sandy and linoleum surface. In fact, the abundant seashells have become this island’s (and its smaller sister, Captiva’s) claim to fame. You’ll find plenty of beachcombers practicing the “Sanibel stoop” — what locals call shelling — on any lengthy stretch of sand. Plan on joining them for at least one afternoon of your stay; that is, if the mood strikes you. The residents of laid-back Sanibel wouldn’t have it any other way.

Things to Keep in Mind:

• Food is a fine art Seafood is all the rage, particularly grouper and stone crabs. For dessert, order something with chocolate pudding fruit, a locally grown fruit that’s filled with a sweet, chocolate-colored pulp.
• There’s a knack to shelling For the best assortment of whelks, conchs and sand dollars, visit the beach an hour before low tide or right after a rain shower. Ask at your hotel’s front desk for a guide to finding the best “catch.”

How To Save Money in Sanibel Island

• Don’t drive to the beach All of Sanibel’s beaches have metered parking. Book a hotel that’s close to your beach of preference, then walk or bike to the shore. (We recommend you stay with us at Sandalfoot Condominium and walk to the beach via our beautiful new walkway!)
• Visit in fall Winter is the standout season on Sanibel, but the best shelling conditions are actually in the cheaper fall months. Pack a sweater and book for October or November.

Every vacation condo offers a view of the beach and is completely and comfortably furnished and equipped with everything you’ll need to feel right at home. Our units are all non-smoking. Relax and spend lazy days sunning and shelling on the beach or swimming in the large heated pool. Play tennis on our courts, bike the island trails, fish right from the beach, tee-off at a near-by golf course or go birding at J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge – the possibilities are endless. Your stay at Sandalfoot will be your most memorable Florida beachfront vacation ever! We consider Sandalfoot to be the best Sanibel Island rental value available.

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Sanibel Island is the number one travel destination in the world, according to travel guru Arthur Frommer, the mastermind behind Frommer’s guidebooks and budget travel magazine.

Frommer recently ranked his ten favorite places to visit and listed Sanibel first above destinations like Bali and Paris.

Sanibel Island residents are celebrating the top honors from such a respected travel writer.

The island has won many travel awards and high rankings, but this carries special weight because it is Frommer’s personal favorite.

“I thought it was sort of a hidden treasure for a long time,” said visitor Kay Liebenow.

“Well, it just ensures that I’m going to be able to stay here for the rest of my life and hopefully my children will continue to live here and enjoy one of the most beautiful places on earth,” said Michael Billheimer, owner of Lighthouse Cafe..

The ranking gives Billheimer and others who work on the island a sense of security.

Frommer cites the island’s natural beauty and home for rare birds found at the Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge.

“To be picked number one, to be a part of Sanibel Island, we always knew we were number one but it’s nice to have backing from someone with that much prestige,” said Toni Westland of the refuge.

The Sanibel Chamber of Commerce says in just these first few weeks of season, they’ve already seen a record number of people at their visitor’s center.

According to the Visitors and Convention Bureau, the Southwest Florida region is coming off of record year for tourism tax collections.

Call 1-800-725-2250 to book your vacation now!

Sandalfoot Condominiums offer you the finest Gulf front beach rentals on Sanibel! Wake up each day in one of our fully furnished, one or two bedroom condos, and hear the sound of beachfront waves caressing the shore. Each rental condo offers you beach views with all the comforts of home. The Gulf of Mexico shores and fabulous shelling are just waiting for you and your sandals!

There are always new things to discover when you’re walking along the shores of Sanibel Island.  Today I’d like to share with you some nice sandcastle creations left behind by some very creative guests. You can actually see Sandalfoot in the background of a few. I’m so happy I came across them on my walk and that I had my camera handy to capture the moment and be able to share it with you here!

Call 1-800-725-2250 to book your vacation now!

Sandalfoot Condominiums offer you the finest Gulf front beach rentals on Sanibel! Wake up each day in one of our fully furnished, one or two bedroom condos, and hear the sound of beachfront waves caressing the shore. Each rental condo offers you beach views with all the comforts of home. The Gulf of Mexico shores and fabulous shelling are just waiting for you and your sandals!

We’re very happy to announce that our Shuffleboard Court has been completely redone.  We went beyond just a new surface, but replaced the concrete too.  This means a smoother surface to play on and a much longer lasting court.   The surface will soon be given a protective coating and then a fresh layer of paint.  We had to wait for the concrete to cure before finishing the project.  Meanwhile, this temporary playing surface has given our current guests plenty of “fun in the sun.” Did you know that the game was introduced to the United States at Daytona Beach, Florida, in 1913?

Call 1-800-725-2250 to book your vacation now! 

Sandalfoot Condominiums offer you the finest Gulf front beach rentals on Sanibel! Wake up each day in one of our fully furnished, one or two bedroom condos, and hear the sound of beachfront waves caressing the shore. Each rental condo offers you beach views with all the comforts of home. The Gulf of Mexico shores and fabulous shelling are just waiting for you and your sandals!

Wishing you Love, Blessings, Joy and all good things this Christmas!

We understand that our opinion might be a little biased but we feel Christmas on the Beach is the best ever! Wishing you and yours a wonderful Holiday Season – from the staff at Sandalfoot Condominium! We hope you come visit us soon!

So, we’ve been sharing Holiday Beach photos on facebook and decided to share our favorite ones here with you! To view our full collection click here and like us.

Even Santa loves the beach!

Deck the halls and the Trees! Tis the season to be Jolly!

Look who came to the beach to rest up before the big weekend!

The best gift you can give yourself is a vacation on the beach!

We've got the tree and all the trimmings ready!

Who says you can't have snowmen on the beach?

Call 1-800-725-2250 to book your vacation now! 

Sandalfoot Condominium offer you the finest Gulf front beach rentals on Sanibel! Wake up each day in one of our fully furnished, one or two bedroom condos, and hear the sound of beachfront waves caressing the shore. Each rental condo offers you beach views with all the comforts of home. The Gulf of Mexico shores and fabulous shelling are just waiting for you and your sandals!

On this note, we have great news! The walkover to the beach is complete.  The construction was finished just before the Thanksgiving weekend. It was a challenging project due to certain regulations regarding the height.  The owners wanted it as low to the ground as possible for reasons involving guest comfort and safety. In the end, that is exactly what was accomplished.  Below are some pictures, but honestly you must come and see it for yourself!

Call 1-800-725-2250 to book your vacation now! 

Sandalfoot Condominium offer you the finest Gulf front beach rentals on Sanibel! Wake up each day in one of our fully furnished, one or two bedroom condos, and hear the sound of beachfront waves caressing the shore. Each rental condo offers you beach views with all the comforts of home. The Gulf of Mexico shores and fabulous shelling are just waiting for you and your sandals!