Gulfside Place 215

Trip was cancelled due to Hurricane Ian, but Palmer was responsive to best of ability and was able to aid in receiving full refund. Best wishes to he and his organization on recovery from the devastation.

Hidden Gem… Great Beachfront Condo w/ views & comfort! We stayed for over a month in this 2 bdrm 2nd floor, centrally located unit 215. It’s in the Gulfside Place Condos which are right next to the #1 rated place on Sanibel Island, but Gulfside is a fraction of the price. While the complex has 84 units, most are not being used for the summer, so we had the massive property to ourselves (while guests of neighboring Sundial were very crowded). Owners provided good mattresses, new bathrooms, new Smart TV in Master bedroom, Fully stocked kitchen & a WONDERFUL fully stocked ground floor storage unit, w/ bikes, umbrellas, chairs & everything you could need for the beach. This is also where designated parking space is. Wifi was sketchy at times. The bidet toilet & wifi printer were pleasant & welcome surprises! Palmer, Cat & team were very helpful & responsive property managers. This unit is on the 2nd of 3 floors, so to access the beach, guests go down the elevator or stairs & come around to one of the complexes beach accesses. There are 1st floor units that have stairs directly from their lanai’s. They were doing construction on the beach path directly in front of this unit while we were there, so we had to use the other paths, but once it’s completed, it will be easier to reach the sea. Thankfully the construction didn’t get too loud until we were nearing the end of our stay. This condo complex is directly in the middle of Sanibel Island, on the curve… so the water & shelling aren’t as ideal as either end of the island. That being said, it’s also one of the more private & relaxing stretches of beach w/ less boaters coming to party (which is definitely an issue on Sanibel at times). It depends what you’re looking for. Also note that No-See ums (mosquitoes) are a major problem here, which is why all lanais are screened in. (Bring your Avon Skin so Soft!)