Place, J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge
3 min walk
Sanibel Island Southern Beach
Place, Sanibel Island Southern Beach
15 min walk
Periwinkle Way
Place, Periwinkle Way
2 min drive
Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.)
Airport, Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.)
47 min drive
Room options
About the area
Sanibel
West End stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this West End condo, you'll find Sanibel Island Southern Beach and J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge. Periwinkle Way and Gulfside City Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).
J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Sanibel Island Southern Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Periwinkle Way - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
Sanibel Historical Museum and Village - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
Gulfside City Park - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
Getting around
Southwest Florida Intl. Airport (RSW) - 43 min drive
Restaurants
Jerry's Foods - 6 min drive
Turtles Tiki Bar - 6 min drive
Doc Ford’s Rum Bar & Grille - 3 min drive
MudBugs Cajun Kitchen - 7 min drive
Brgr Kitchen +Bar - 7 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Escape to your own West Gulf beach cottage !
Escape to your own West Gulf beach cottage with just a few steps from your front door to the waterline! White Caps One is the largest of the White Caps units, which is a small; nine unit complex located 'beach side' on West Gulf where you can watch sunsets nightly from the shore. This one bedroom one bathroom has great views from the living-room and bedroom. This large condo features a screened in lanai with Gulf views, a spacious living room with new flat screen TV, Gulf views, a large master bedroom with Gulf views…did we mention the views. Create a delicious meal in the eat- in kitchen, lounge on the spacious lanai, take walks on the beach, go fishing off the beach or just relax to the tropical sights and sounds from your living room. After your day of fun in the sun, fall asleep to the waves in your master suite with comfy queen bed, Flat screen TV and walk in closet. The master bathroom has just been completely remodeled with a beautiful tiled shower, glass tile accents, granite counter-tops and fresh white cabinets. A true beach lover’s paradise, White Caps #1 has everything you need for a fantastic vacation.
New queen mattress and box springs in the bedroom !
**This is a non smoking complex- No smoking anywhere on White Caps property
Kingfisher Vacations will only book reservations up to 51 weeks in advance. All our properties have contact free check-in, no need to stop at the office (or a stop light none of those here)!
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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets are welcome
Service animals are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
Escape Your own West Gulf Beach Cottage Condo Sanibel
Escape Your own West Gulf Beach Cottage Sanibel
Escape Your own West Gulf ibe
Condo
Escape To Your Own West Gulf
Escape to Your own West Gulf Beach Cottage ! Condo
Escape to Your own West Gulf Beach Cottage ! Sanibel
Escape to Your own West Gulf Beach Cottage ! Condo Sanibel
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Frequently asked questions
How close is Escape to your own West Gulf beach cottage ! to the airport?
This condo is 28.5 mi (43-min drive) away from the Southwest Florida Intl. Airport (RSW) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Escape to your own West Gulf beach cottage ! have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this condo.
How close is Escape to your own West Gulf beach cottage ! to the beach?
This condo is a short 14-minute walk from Sanibel Island Southern Beach and 15 mi (26-min drive) from Estero Boulevard Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Escape to your own West Gulf beach cottage ! offer free breakfast?
This condo does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Escape to your own West Gulf beach cottage !?
No, there is no casino at this condo.
What time is check-in at Escape to your own West Gulf beach cottage !?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Escape to your own West Gulf beach cottage !?
Free parking is not available at this condo.
Does Escape to your own West Gulf beach cottage ! have a pool?
This condo does not have a pool.
Does Escape to your own West Gulf beach cottage ! have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this condo.
How close is Escape to your own West Gulf beach cottage ! to downtown Sanibel?
This condo is 4.5 mi away from Sanibel.
Escape to your own West Gulf beach cottage ! Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 19 reviews
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Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 19 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 19 reviews
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Kristin T.
Jul 23, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely location
We had a wonderful trip. We will definitely come back.
Kristin T.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
May 9, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful week
Property was clean and comfy. Management made the check-in process straightforward and remained in contact with us during the week. Cottage is a short walk to the beach and a short drive to restaurants and grocery store. Ready access to bike paths and Ding Darling Nature Preserve. Relaxing stay!
Verified traveller
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
Madison M.
Mar 26, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing in White Caps
We’ve stayed at Sanibel many times and this was one of our favorites. Love the quaintness of the cottage and the proximity to the ocean!
Madison M.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2021
10/10 Excellent
Diane L., sunbury, ohio
Apr 25, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Sanibel
Great place for my husband and I to spend the week. Nothing fancy, but clean and had everything we needed. Loved the views of the ocean and how close it was to the beach. Rented bikes and rode the bike path every morning. Will definitely come back!
Diane L.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021
8/10 Good
Myra M.
Mar 17, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
stay at cottage 1
Overall we were pleased. However, the property needs some care. We didn't have a clock in the bedroom and one of the lamps in the bedroom was missing. The management responded quickly but this could have been avoided. Also our hot water heater went out. We were able to have a new one replaced within 24 hours but the repairman said the old one was really old and probably should have been replaced much sooner. The sofa in the living room was outdated and could stand to be replaced. These are fixable things. We loved the location and beach access. Management was responsive.
Myra M.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2021
8/10 Good
amy w.
Mar 4, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Beachhead Bliss
We loved the location of this cottage! It felt like we lived on the beach. We loved the screened in porch! It was wonderful to have some shade in the evening. The furnishings are dated and the couch is not too comfy. The bed was very comfortable! Loved having breakfast and looking out at the ocean every morning!
amy w.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2021
10/10 Excellent
Donna D.
Sep 28, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Small but cozy
Nice
Donna D.
10/10 Excellent
David K., Quakertown, PA
Jan 11, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
White Caps Get Away!
We had a wonderful time here at at White Caps - we wanted a good location , at a fair price and we believe I got both!! Will probably stay again next year but one week was just not enough.
David K.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020
10/10 Excellent
Kris K.
Nov 9, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely honeymoon getaway
It’s hard to separate our joy from the island from the exact place we stayed; it was all so perfect. Listing was as described with the exception of laundry. I don’t remember it specifying that the laundry was coin operated in a separate, on property building: it is. Even our leaving instructions indicated to start the sheets washing. A phone call straightened that out, but I had packed some items with intentions to wash and altered that. (I didn’t care to babysit wash).
Really nice to be able to view the beach inside. We didn’t eat on the porch, but could still enjoy the water from the kitchen table. Property is pup friendly, and several cottage residents had theirs accompanying them; that was lovely too! ‘‘Twas nice to have a communal feel to the stay versus the anonymity of large properties.
Kitchen was stocked well enough for basic cooking. Beach chairs, umbrella, buckets, basic sand toys were provided. Even beach towels! Books were nice addition as well.
The shelling was amazing on the beach directly in front of property. 90* days meant water was perfect for swimming. We collected dozens of Florida fighting conchs and others in lesser quantities. Sand dollars were aplenty too one day. Our time of year was perfection for avoiding crowds and still enjoying great birding at Ding Darling. As an amateur photographer, I managed several amazing pics of local wildlife. Fighting ibis, osprey with fish, and the beach pics with shell mounds were envied by many a FB friend. Pretty sure we strummed up interest in Sanibel, and will happily recommend White Caps to them.
Kris K.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
Aug 8, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet Paradise
This property is in a quiet neighborhood, the units are very private and not a lot of people around, which I loved it. The unit where my wife and I stayed (unit 1) was very clean and spacious for the two of us and our dogs. The bathroom is large enough, modern and updated. The kitchen can use some updating, but it has all the basics to cook a decent meal, then again you are not there to spend your time cooking, so for us was not a big deal. The bedroom was nice and clean and the bed was comfortable. This unit is near the beach, you can see it from your window, and is just a short walk to it. The beach is dog friendly, you only have to follow a few basic rules, it was clean with a lots of shells and not very crowded, loved it. The company who manage this place (Kingfisher) e-mailed us all the need it information to check in and to check out, and there was a phone number that we could call 24 hours if we had issues, which we had not. They were helpful but not intrusive. Overall, we are very pleased with this place, it is exactly as described and pictured at the website. I definitely recommend it and will come back to it.
Verified traveller
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
8/10 Good
Stephany E.
Mar 14, 2019
Pleasant and comfortable
Not luxurious but very comfortable. Definitely pet-friendly. Nice front porch, no water view but easy beach access. Fellow guests were very friendly and helpful. Conveniently located to most island attractions.
Stephany E.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2019
8/10 Good
Emily M.
Jul 27, 2018
Cute cottage in quiet area
Place was nice! Just what we needed for a getaway for two.
Please replace beach chairs annually, all were falling apart. Access to a washer and dryer would have been nice with all the sand. Future renters: go to Publix before the island.... the groceries on Sanibel are outrageously priced.
Overall nice spot, quiet beach, lots of shells, walking distance house to beach was just right.
Emily M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018
10/10 Excellent
Teresa T., Indiana
Jul 2, 2018
Perfect for two
Great location. Property was nice and clean. This unit is small - perfect for two. Some of the beach equipment needs replaced- we purchased our own. The staff was very welcoming and easy to work with.
Teresa T.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
8/10 Good
David & Ardyce J., Grand Junction, CO
Mar 17, 2018
Location! Location!
We loved being so close to the beach in our little cottage. It was comfortable and cozy and we could see the water from inside. However just a small investment in such things as new window shades etc would give a big impression of being better cared for and a more pleasing interior.