Especially good experience through Select Properties. Although the place we stayed (Sanddollar 201A) was not our first choice, it was a very nice place. Very clean, with everything we needed available.
Submitted on Jun 16, 2025
This condo was beautifully decorated, clean and very spacious! I loved how close to the beach it was and as a mom with two children, we really enjoyed having a beach storage at the bottom of the unit.
Submitted on Aug 8, 2022
The pool was nice with good beach access and the grills were in surprisingly good shape. The unit was nice inside with good working AC and it was clean.
The TVs are in serious need of upsizing and the internet was painfully slow. Units don't need 60 inch + TVs but I'm not sure if these were over 30 and the main TV in the living room is very far away. I'm young with good eyes and I could barely see the TV. Considering that there is no view at night time there, folks watch TV, the unit should have a borderline TV from at least the last decade.
The kitchen equipment, (knives and pans for example) needs replenishment. They are in bad shape and unsafe to use. There are some things that as an owner of a condo you just have to replenish and cooking hardware is one of them. It's ok to go super cheap but for 3-4K/week to stay there, the equipment needs to be usable.
The beds were decent for a rental.
The property management company was great and always has been. We've been to the island multiple times, plan to return, and plan to continue selecting properties with this agency.
Thank you for your hospitality. This review was intended to be harsh but honest. We enjoyed our stay but we enjoyed our prior unit much more and look forward to getting back to that unit next time. Hopefully, the owners of this unit consider updating the TVs, internet, and kitchen equipment to make this unit more inviting and usable for families.
Submitted on Aug 3, 2022
The rental was great! It was located just a short walk from the beach. The pool was nice. The condo was nice! Great kitchen for cooking! Nice screen porch! The beach supplies were not great. We had to buy a few chairs & umbrella because they were broken. Overall, great location and we would stay here again.
Submitted on Jun 28, 2022
This unit has the best beach views and access of the many we have rented over the years. Sanibel has great beaches, shells and restaurants. Hope to come again to the same spot.
Submitted on Jun 27, 2022
Great week! Loved our condos. Great communication with VRBO when we had questions or needed assistance with an appliance. We are returning in 2023
Submitted on Apr 25, 2022
Enjoyed Sanddollar A201 very much! Clean, up to date, comfortable bed, plenty of towels - plus beach towels, lanai furniture was great, nice bathrooms, air fryer toaster oven combo in kitchen, living room seating comfy. Pool great! Access to beach was easy. Storage closet beach items were too musty to use - could use an upgrade there. Location was fine - 15 min bike ride to Bailey’s grocery; 2 min ride to small Bailey’s market at Sundial. Maintenance responded to request quickly & professionally. Would stay at Sanddollar again!
Submitted on Nov 9, 2021
This condo is updated very nicely. It is a corner unit with lots of windows and light. Amazing view. Very clean and well maintained. The management company that takes care of it is very efficient. The only thing that is not updated is the living room TV. It is very small and older technology so the picture is not good. We played cards at night since the TV wasn’t that good. With an upgraded TV this condo is perfect!
Submitted on Oct 4, 2021
We are repeat customers for A201. As usual, we loved it, nice property
Submitted on Aug 23, 2021
My sister and I thoroughly enjoyed our recent stay in Sanibel at the Sanddollar #A201. The location was perfect for easy access to the beach. In addition to being very spacious, the condo was well-kept, furnished and clean and we particularly loved the screened in porch.
Submitted on May 10, 2021
Sanddollar is our favorite place to stay on Sanibel. The view from A-201 is outstanding. The beds were very comfortable, even in the second bedroom. The unit has been very well maintained. We had a new washer and dryer, very comfortable furnishings throughout and even on the lanai. The outdoor amenities at Sanddolar are terrific - the pool, the outdoor grills (there are 4, all new). We used Select Vacation Properties for the first time and were delighted with their service. We hope to use them again and again.
Submitted on Apr 12, 2021
This condo was very spacious for six people. The couch was not a very comfortable pull out bed for sure. The drying rack that was on the porch was rusted and broken. We were led to believe that the storage unit Had beach stuff but it was such a mess everything was piled up and things were broken and rusted that we didn’t even attempt it. I would recommend this place but with many reservations.
Submitted on Mar 15, 2021
apartment was exactly as described
Submitted on Mar 8, 2021
I was impressed with the cleansliness of the lodgings. I also very much liked the layout of the unit and proximity to beach. We loved everything about this experience and lodgings. We felt like it was how we would live if we lived on Sanibel Island.
Submitted on Jan 11, 2021
Loved the condo with a great view of Sanibel!
Submitted on Dec 14, 2020
Our rental was extremely clean and they had everything we needed to get our vacation started. Plenty of room with both bedrooms and tons of closet space and cabinets. It was a great experience from the start with the communication of Select Vacation Rental Properties, they were organized and had everything we needed for our stay. Beautiful view from our screened in porch which was great in the mornings enjoying our coffee and seeing the ocean. Brief walk to the beach and super easy for us to go back and forth from the beach to the rental. Everything was up to date and clean. We can’t wait to go back!
Submitted on Oct 4, 2020
the property management and condo are in excellent.
Submitted on Oct 4, 2020
The rental was amazing. I loved the layout. The bedrooms were huge and the kitchen was beautiful and stocked. I really liked that the washer and dryer was full size. That makes for less laundry loads thru the week. The view of the beach was great and the walk to the beach was minimal. I liked how private the area was so that when we were on the beach, it didn’t feel like you were on top of anyone. Definitely recommend. Beautiful area, I just wish it hadn’t rained everyday of our trip. Although the getaway was much needed and the change of scenery was just what we needed!
Submitted on Jul 30, 2020
We have been coming to Sanddollar condos for 37 years in the summer for vacation. I think they are just the best location and the view and walk to the beach are great! Our unit was recently renovated and comfortable. We liked it being an end unit with more of a view.
Submitted on Jul 11, 2019
Sanibel is a lovely place, and this condo is excellent. It's well-maintained, quiet, located close to the beach but not close to the road, and is in a good location for cycling (20 minute ride to grocery store, nice ride to the fishing pier, etc.). We've stayed here 3 times and would definitely rent here another time.
Submitted on Dec 31, 2018
The unit was clean comfortable and contained all the amenities that we required. The view from the condo was great.
The tables by the pool were not clean.
Submitted on Nov 26, 2018
We liked this condo much more than the one we stayed in last year and that we loved that one! This had a quieter location on the island, and the unit itself was a little larger. Looking forward to next year!
Submitted on Jul 16, 2018
The condo is very nice and had everything that we needed. The management company was awesome to deal with when we had questions. We would stay again in the condo.
Submitted on Jun 27, 2018
a week at sanddollar in Sanibel. Liked it so much already have a reservation next, actually same condo. Excellent location, excellent layout.
Submitted on Jun 25, 2018
Wonderful upscale revitalized condo with sophisticated decor, not the cliche beach wicker theme.
Submitted on Jun 6, 2018
condo was very good, property was good
Submitted on May 28, 2018
Need a comfortable chair and reading lamp in the living room. Need higher watts light bulbs for reading. Need more wash cloths and hand towels.
Submitted on Apr 30, 2018
Newly refurbished condo was perfect. Screened-in lanai was a great place for a cup of coffee and a view of the water. No negative comments. Best condo we have ever rented. Booked for next year before we left.
P.S. beach was absolutely beautiful
Submitted on Apr 4, 2018
We loved our stay on Sanibel Island. The condo has a wonderful location overlooking the beach and a nice pool that we sat at on windier days. The unit was beautifully updated and equipped for a week long stay. The beds were very comfortable. We especially enjoyed renting bikes for the week. Traffic can be slow so we road them to dinner, shopping and trips to the grocery. We would definitely like to return.
Submitted on Mar 26, 2018
This condo was just renovated and we loved it! It felt clean and modern. The lanai has a gorgeous view of the beach.
Submitted on Feb 19, 2018
We loved this gorgeous apartment right on the beach. Recently renovated it is absolutely beautifully appointed. The kitchen has everything you would need--so great for us as cooks. The doors to the lanai open totally wide (three wide) so you feel you are outside on the beach, but still have the privacy you want. It was wonderful. Thank you.
Submitted on Jan 1, 2018
Have rented from these folks for more than 6 years now and have only good to say about them. Always very friendly and the unit we rent is always in good condition. Unit we rent was remodeled this past year and they didn't tell us so we would have a surprise when we opened the door this year. Great pkace to rent from.
Submitted on Dec 6, 2017
My mom and I rented this condo for our annual mother/daughter getaway. The condo was amazing! We spent most of our time on the large screened in porch enjoying our direct view of the beach. The condo was immaculate and beautifully decorated. It was recently renovated and still had the "new" smell. It was also very spacious and well equipped including a closet downstairs with everything needed for the beach. The condo was stocked with plenty of extra linens, blankets and beach towels which we appreciated. The pool was only a minutes walk away and was very nice equipped with plenty of lawn chairs, patio tables, a grill and a clean restroom. The beach as well was only a minutes walk. We enjoyed the quiet peacefulness of Sanddollar and we really loved A201. It was hard to leave at the end of the week! Select Vacation was also great to work with and when I lost the key to the condo they were quick to replace it. The local restaurant was also nice enough to call when they found the key and return it to me. All in all it was a perfect stay!
Submitted on Nov 14, 2017
We have rented this unit for many years and have always enjoyed it. Select Vacation is always amazing. However, I think this unit needs some updating- remove carpets, install ceiling fans, new bedding, improve WIFI (many issues), and work on AC (ran hot).
Submitted on Jul 19, 2017
Would highly recommend this property. Only shortcoming was the condition of the knives (dangerously dull) and no BBQ utensils. All else was terrific. The unit has beach towels, bikes, beach chairs, beach umbrella, etc. Grills are brand new. Select Vacation Properties is a terrific owner/manger. Very responsive and helpful.
Submitted on Mar 14, 2017
Except for the elevator malfunction it was a great experience for us--second year in a row we have stayed here for 7 weeks and we are planning to be back next year.
Submitted on Mar 13, 2017
Our family of four rented this property for a week beginning on 12/23/16. The condo is perfect! Comfortable, clean, nicely decorated; kitchen is well-equipped. Incredible view of the ocean from the lanai. Easy access to the beach, restaurants, shopping and sights. We appreciated having linens and towels provided and a "starter kit" of paper towels, toilet paper, dish and laundry detergents. Only drawback was lack of umbrella and beach chairs in owners close, however, Select Vacation Properties was very responsive in replacing these items the day after check-in.
Submitted on Jan 15, 2017
We are seasoned travelers and have spent many vacations on Sanibel. We booked Sanddollar A201 through Select Vacation Properties. The unit description of the unit was accurate -- a clean, well-equipped and maintained unit with a beautiful view of the Gulf. The floor plan is more unique than the typical condo layout on the island and the extra space was welcome. The property was impressively maintained -- pool, tennis courts, lovely outdoor lanai. We have come to trust Select Vacation Properties both as a management company (since SVP managed our condo when we owned on Sanibel) and, now, as visitors to the island - they offer knowledge, efficiency, responsiveness with a smile!
Submitted on Jul 28, 2015
The condo was very comfortable and the staff at Select Vacation Rentals are wonderful!!!
Submitted on Jul 13, 2015
Loved the beach, pool, grilling area, ocean view, and downstairs closet for sandy items.
Submitted on Apr 13, 2015
We have been coming to this lovely Island for 25 years and never tire of it's natural beauty , laid back life style , relaxing qualities and fabulous climate . Sanddollar is a very nice property and A201 is a nicely furnished comfortable Condo , perfect for 2 people and OK for a family of 4. We loved the Balcony , great views and as it is a corner there was always a very pleasant cooling breeze . Can't wait till October when we will again visit this beautiful Island.
Submitted on May 27, 2014
great !!!
Submitted on Sep 26, 2013