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Tarpon Beach 203

Bedrooms: 2

Bathrooms: 2

Sleeps: 4

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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.

City of Sanibel Dwelling Rental License # 20-00021525
VRBO ID #956330
VRBO 956330

Amenities ↑↓

Square Footage, Est.

1300

Gulf Front

Gulf View

Bed Size 1st Rm/Primary

KING

Bed Size 2nd Rm

KING

Condominium

Yes

Elevator

Yes

Tennis / Pickleball Court

Yes

Waterfront

Yes

Featured Property

Yes

Water View

Yes

Pool

Yes

Sleeper Sofa

Elevator

Pool - Chlorine

Pool Heat - Electric

BBQ Grill - Gas

TVs - Smart

Wi-Fi

Dog Friendly

Beach Chairs

Tennis

Pickleball Court

Linens Provided

Coffeemaker - Drip

Dishwasher

Microwave

Washer/Dryer

Parking - Covered

Parking Space - Assigned

Storage - Assigned

Smoking Area On Property

Beach Access

Golf Course

3 MILES

Rental License No.

SHOM-005436

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Very Thankful

Review Date: June 11, 2022

Vacation Date: June 11, 2022

"Very grateful to Sharon for always being so helpful–hope to return next year.

Reviewed By: Don

Sanibel Getaway

Review Date: May 30, 2022

Vacation Date: May 30, 2022

"Tarpon Beach 203 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!

Reviewed By: Dennis & Diane

Excellent!

Review Date: May 19, 2022

Vacation Date: May 19, 2022

"The condo was great and was in an excellent location!

Reviewed By: Patrick

Wonderful location and comfortable condo

Review Date: April 23, 2022

Vacation Date: April 23, 2022

"Sanibel is such a wonderful place to relax and this complex puts you on one of the best stretches of beach, while allowing you to walk or bike to near trails, shops, restaurants and grocery. We rented bikes for the week and even biked up to Captiva one day! Simple but clean accommodations make this an easy recommendation.

Reviewed By: David

Very Nice!

Review Date: April 6, 2022

Vacation Date: April 6, 2022

"This is a great spot!

Reviewed By: John

Had a wonderful time!

Review Date: February 8, 2022

Vacation Date: February 8, 2022

"We had a wonderful time at Tarpon Beach 203! Great location and the condo was nice and comfortable.

Reviewed By: Joe

Wonderful Holiday Week

Review Date: January 12, 2022

Vacation Date: January 12, 2022

"Our 3 generation family group enjoyed this Sanibel condo! We found lots to explore and do all week; the pool was an especially popular spot for the preschoolers. We were comfortable in the unit but did experience a couple problems with HVAC controls and TV functions. Both were handled easily & promptly text (after business hours) with Cottages to Castles management. All in all: Super!

Reviewed By: Mary

Our Happy Place

Review Date: September 22, 2021

Vacation Date: September 22, 2021

"Having a great time- as always- at our Happy Place. Love the condo, location and pool area!

Reviewed By: Marianne

Perfect Location

Review Date: August 4, 2021

Vacation Date: August 4, 2021

"The condo location was perfect and the property was quiet. We loved looking out at the water everyday. The unit was comfortable and clean and close to pretty much everything. We fell in love with the island and hope to be back soon!

Reviewed By: Jen

Great!

Review Date: June 29, 2021

Vacation Date: June 29, 2021

"Location and beach access can’t be beat!

Reviewed By: Angie

Perfect location, nice view & love the pool! Great for all ages.

Review Date: June 23, 2021

Vacation Date: June 23, 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. 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. 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.

Reviewed By: Jessica

Great Place!

Review Date: April 22, 2021

Vacation Date: April 22, 2021

"This is a great place to spend a week! Sanibel offers plenty of condo options, but Tarpon Bay is very quiet, convenient and central to all activities. The condo unit was very clean, well-equipped and well furnished. The master bed was extremely comfortable! Highly recommended!

Reviewed By: John

Tarpon Getaway

Review Date: March 18, 2021

Vacation Date: March 18, 2021

"Perfect location. Second time staying on the property and first time in this unit. No need for a rental car, just a bike. The view is incredible.

Reviewed By: Alyson

Great condo with amazing location on the beach

Review Date: February 23, 2021

Vacation Date: February 23, 2021

"We had a great time staying at this condo on the beach. The location is amazing with easy access to the beach and bike paths. It is a short bike ride to the grocery stores and restaurants. The pool was never very busy and the general community at this location were very kind and welcoming. A great place to stay on Sanibel Island! Can’t wait to return.

Reviewed By: Jane

Wonderful Stay

Review Date: January 14, 2021

Vacation Date: January 14, 2021

"We rented from December 26th to January 2nd. Our property was clean and updated. I would not change a thing. The pool was heated and the shelling was awesome. Cottages to Castles was so easy to work with.

Reviewed By: Susan

Pandemic Vacation

Review Date: July 10, 2020

Vacation Date: July 10, 2020

"Tarpon Bay was ideal for a vacation as we could go to a not crowded beach and do pool time when it was empty or had 1-3 other people. With 3 kids it was ideal for bike riding, getting to Bailey’s for groceries, the ice cream store, and best of all Gene’s 2 bookstores. We will definitely be back.

Reviewed By: Pamela

Great Vacation Rental

Review Date: October 15, 2019

Vacation Date: October 15, 2019

"Great condo for a wonderful stay in Sanibel. Right on the beach with a view of the pool and ocean. Quiet and small complex. Looking forward to staying again.

Reviewed By: Nicole

Perfect Beach Vacation

Review Date: April 23, 2019

Vacation Date: April 23, 2019

"We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Tarpon Beach #203. The condo was clean and had everything we needed. It was especially nice to have good beach chairs, an umbrella, and a cooler provided.

Reviewed By: Michele

Love This Place

Review Date: October 19, 2018

Vacation Date: October 19, 2018

"We absolutely love this place and want to come back. It is beautifully decorated. The pool is right in front of the building. The ocean is a short boardwalk over the dune. The beach is absolutely perfect. What more can I say. It is perfect.

Reviewed By: Paul Engels

Exactly As Advertised

Review Date: June 12, 2018

Vacation Date: June 12, 2018

"Tarpon Beach 203 – Exactly as advertised ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Very well furnished and comfortable. We would book again.

Reviewed By: Kate

Looking for the pefect spot on Sanibel Island?

Review Date: March 22, 2018

Vacation Date: March 22, 2018

"Fantastic…. Relaxing….. Beautiful Fantastic…. Relaxing….. Beautiful.

Reviewed By: Andrew

Great Time

Review Date: November 30, 2017