Apartment in Sanibel Island, FL
4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 2 baths
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About this apartment rental
Coming Soon! The new swimming pool is under construction and is scheduled to reopen on or before Labor Day 2026.
Tarpon Beach 203: A Bright, Gulf-View Corner Unit on Sanibel
You’ve found the epitome of “beach vacation” right here at Tarpon Beach #203 — light, airy, and one of the most popular rentals at Cottages to Castles. Units at Tarpon Beach Condominiums are consistently among the most requested on the island, thanks to close proximity to island restaurants, galleries, ...shops, grocery, and the post office — all less than a mile away.
The Unit: Tarpon Beach #203 sits on the first living level as a corner unit overlooking the pool out to the Gulf, with a designated covered parking space directly underneath and elevator access.
With only 9 units in Building 2, #203 offers a pool-and-Gulf view, covered parking, dedicated/private beach chair storage, and a bright interior that puts you in vacation mode the moment you walk in.
Kitchen & Living: Easy-care quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and pull-out drawers make meal prep effortless in the fully-equipped kitchen.
The living room has a comfy sofa, side chairs and a bonus swivel recliner. The Smart TV can be viewed from the kitchen, dining and living area.
The dining area seats 4–6 comfortably, while the kitchen island has two barstools for extra seating.
Bedrooms: The primary bedroom offers a King bed, Smart TV, en-suite bath, custom closet system, Gulf views, and sliding doors to the lanai.
The guest bedroom also offers a King bed and a Smart TV, with a bathroom and laundry just across the hall.
Complimentary Wi-Fi is provided throughout.
Current Note: The outdoor pool is under construction and scheduled to reopen on or before Labor Day 2026. Once complete, the beach boardwalk leads from the pool to a shell-washing station and on to Sanibel’s world-famous sugar-sand beaches.
Two gas grills sit at the pavilion beside the pickleball and tennis/basketball courts — 30 units total in the complex.
Tarpon Beach 203 is professionally managed by Cottages to Castles of Sanibel & Captiva since 1997.
Faq
Is the pool open at Tarpon Beach 203? The outdoor pool is currently under construction and scheduled to reopen on or before Labor Day 2026.
What is the minimum stay at Tarpon Beach 203? A 7-night minimum stay is required.
Is Tarpon Beach 203 pet-friendly? No, this unit does not allow pets.
How far is Tarpon Beach 203 from island shops and restaurants? Less than a mile — among the closest condo complexes to Sanibel’s restaurants, galleries, shops, and post office.
Are beach towels and beach chairs provided? Yes — a minimum of 2 beach chairs are provided, along with 1 beach towel per person. Beach umbrellas are not provided.
Are bicycles provided? We don’t provide bicycles — that’s not our specialty. We leave bike rentals to the pros: Billy’s Bikes and Finnimore’s. Both deliver, provide helmets, and offer roadside assistance if needed.
When should I book my airfare or finalize my travel arrangements? Please do not book airfare until your reservation has been approved, a deposit has been posted & paid to Cottages to Castles, & a reservation confirmation has been sent to you. -- has charged you a booking fee to process your reservation request.
How do I keep mosquitoes and no-see-ums away during my beach vacation? The best defense is an insect repellent with Picaridin, paired with light, long-sleeve coverage when you're not in the water. Loose, breathable long sleeves and pants block bites well, but that's not always practical at the beach, pool, or swimming in the Gulf — so a good Picaridin-based repellent is your go-to.
Guest favorites include Skin So Soft Bug Guard Plus Picaridin Aerosol Spray and Bug Guard Wipes/Lotion (available on Avon. com), and Sawyer Picaridin Lotion (available on Amazon). Picaridin is effective against both mosquitoes and no-see-ums, doesn't feel greasy like Deet, and won't damage swimsuits or patio furniture. Apply before heading outside in the early morning or evening, when both pests are most active.
City of Sanibel Dwelling Rental License # 20-00021525
-- ID #956330
-- 956330
Amenities Include:
- Square Footage, Est.: 1300
- Gulf Front: Y
- Gulf View: Y
- Bed Size 1st Rm/Primary: King
- Bed Size 2nd Rm: King
- Sleeper Sofa: Y
- Elevator: Y
- Pool - Chlorine: Y
- Pool Heat - Electric: Y
- Bbq Grill - Gas: Y
- TVs - Smart: 3
- Wi-Fi: Y
- Beach Chairs: Y
- Tennis: Y
- Pickleball Court: Y
- Linens Provided: Y
- Coffeemaker - Drip: Y
- Dishwasher: Y
- Microwave: Y
- washer dryer: Y
- Parking - Covered: Y
- Parking Space - Assigned: Y
- Storage - Assigned: Y
- Beach Access: Y
- Golf Course: 3 Miles
- Rental License No.: Shom-005436
Tarpon Beach 203: A Bright, Gulf-View Corner Unit on Sanibel
You’ve found the epitome of “beach vacation” right here at Tarpon Beach #203 — light, airy, and one of the most popular rentals at Cottages to Castles. Units at Tarpon Beach Condominiums are consistently among the most requested on the island, thanks to close proximity to island restaurants, galleries, ...shops, grocery, and the post office — all less than a mile away.
The Unit: Tarpon Beach #203 sits on the first living level as a corner unit overlooking the pool out to the Gulf, with a designated covered parking space directly underneath and elevator access.
With only 9 units in Building 2, #203 offers a pool-and-Gulf view, covered parking, dedicated/private beach chair storage, and a bright interior that puts you in vacation mode the moment you walk in.
Kitchen & Living: Easy-care quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and pull-out drawers make meal prep effortless in the fully-equipped kitchen.
The living room has a comfy sofa, side chairs and a bonus swivel recliner. The Smart TV can be viewed from the kitchen, dining and living area.
The dining area seats 4–6 comfortably, while the kitchen island has two barstools for extra seating.
Bedrooms: The primary bedroom offers a King bed, Smart TV, en-suite bath, custom closet system, Gulf views, and sliding doors to the lanai.
The guest bedroom also offers a King bed and a Smart TV, with a bathroom and laundry just across the hall.
Complimentary Wi-Fi is provided throughout.
Current Note: The outdoor pool is under construction and scheduled to reopen on or before Labor Day 2026. Once complete, the beach boardwalk leads from the pool to a shell-washing station and on to Sanibel’s world-famous sugar-sand beaches.
Two gas grills sit at the pavilion beside the pickleball and tennis/basketball courts — 30 units total in the complex.
Tarpon Beach 203 is professionally managed by Cottages to Castles of Sanibel & Captiva since 1997.
Faq
Is the pool open at Tarpon Beach 203? The outdoor pool is currently under construction and scheduled to reopen on or before Labor Day 2026.
What is the minimum stay at Tarpon Beach 203? A 7-night minimum stay is required.
Is Tarpon Beach 203 pet-friendly? No, this unit does not allow pets.
How far is Tarpon Beach 203 from island shops and restaurants? Less than a mile — among the closest condo complexes to Sanibel’s restaurants, galleries, shops, and post office.
Are beach towels and beach chairs provided? Yes — a minimum of 2 beach chairs are provided, along with 1 beach towel per person. Beach umbrellas are not provided.
Are bicycles provided? We don’t provide bicycles — that’s not our specialty. We leave bike rentals to the pros: Billy’s Bikes and Finnimore’s. Both deliver, provide helmets, and offer roadside assistance if needed.
When should I book my airfare or finalize my travel arrangements? Please do not book airfare until your reservation has been approved, a deposit has been posted & paid to Cottages to Castles, & a reservation confirmation has been sent to you. -- has charged you a booking fee to process your reservation request.
How do I keep mosquitoes and no-see-ums away during my beach vacation? The best defense is an insect repellent with Picaridin, paired with light, long-sleeve coverage when you're not in the water. Loose, breathable long sleeves and pants block bites well, but that's not always practical at the beach, pool, or swimming in the Gulf — so a good Picaridin-based repellent is your go-to.
Guest favorites include Skin So Soft Bug Guard Plus Picaridin Aerosol Spray and Bug Guard Wipes/Lotion (available on Avon. com), and Sawyer Picaridin Lotion (available on Amazon). Picaridin is effective against both mosquitoes and no-see-ums, doesn't feel greasy like Deet, and won't damage swimsuits or patio furniture. Apply before heading outside in the early morning or evening, when both pests are most active.
City of Sanibel Dwelling Rental License # 20-00021525
-- ID #956330
-- 956330
Amenities Include:
- Square Footage, Est.: 1300
- Gulf Front: Y
- Gulf View: Y
- Bed Size 1st Rm/Primary: King
- Bed Size 2nd Rm: King
- Sleeper Sofa: Y
- Elevator: Y
- Pool - Chlorine: Y
- Pool Heat - Electric: Y
- Bbq Grill - Gas: Y
- TVs - Smart: 3
- Wi-Fi: Y
- Beach Chairs: Y
- Tennis: Y
- Pickleball Court: Y
- Linens Provided: Y
- Coffeemaker - Drip: Y
- Dishwasher: Y
- Microwave: Y
- washer dryer: Y
- Parking - Covered: Y
- Parking Space - Assigned: Y
- Storage - Assigned: Y
- Beach Access: Y
- Golf Course: 3 Miles
- Rental License No.: Shom-005436
Amenities
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Ratings and reviews
10 / 10Outstanding·Aug 2022
This is a great property with beautiful views steps away from the beach. It has everything you need for a comfortable stay. Communication was wonderful before our arrival, during, and at check out.
10 / 10Outstanding·May 2022
203 Tarpon Bay was exactly what we were looking for in a short getaway!
The condo was neat, clean and everything in perfect order.
Carport parking was an added bonus.
Hope to return in the future. Thanks for your hospitality!
Dennis & Diane
10 / 10Outstanding·Jun 2021
We really enjoyed our stay in Sanibel and at this Tarpon Beach unit! This was our 2nd time visiting Sanibel, and we chose to stay at Tarpon Beach again (but in a different unit) because we love the location, proximity to the beach and pool. We love how this complex is small because the pool is never crowded and the grounds feel private even when many tourists are in town. We stayed on the top floor last time which had an amazing view, and even this lower-level unit had a great view of the ocean. We enjoyed many breakfasts and dinners on the screened-in porch thanks to the view!
Tarpon Beach worked well for us when we previously visited as a family of three, and it was also great this time when we came back as a family of five. We were happy this unit had the necessary basics for the beach – towels, beach chairs, Tupperware and a cooler. There was also a small umbrella, but we ended up renting a larger tent and we also rented sand toys since there weren’t any in the storage locker. The unit feels very spacious and comfortable, and having a washer/dryer was key for a beach trip with young kids. My constructive feedback for the unit owner is to please get more hooks for the bathrooms and possibly the screened-in porch. There were only two hooks throughout the entire unit, so we had wet beach towels, bath towels and swimsuits strung everywhere to dry. A few hooks would go a long way. :)
We booked through VRBO but Cottages to Castles managed the stay. They were incredibly accommodating from beginning to end. Our key broke in the lock, and they had a locksmith come out and fix the issue within 25 minutes or less. We were really impressed with all the rental companies, including Billy’s Bikes and the tent/sand toy company. It was so helpful to have everything delivered and picked up from the complex. The companies made the trip hassle-free from start to finish. We love Sanibel and will definitely come back again! We highly recommend Tarpon Beach.
5 / 10·May 2022
203 Tarpon Bay was exactly what we were looking for in a short getaway! The condo was neat, clean and everything in perfect order. Carport parking was an added bonus. Hope to return in the future. Thanks for your hospitality!Dennis & Diane
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9.8Outstanding
(26 Ratings)
"This is a great property with beautiful views steps away from the beach. It has everything you need for a comfortable stay. Communication was wonderful before our arrival, during, and at check out."
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