Mariner Pointe #542

Review Date: 05/23/2022

Property could use some sprussing up on decor. We found ghost ants in condo/ burnt light bulbs on kitchen hood/guest bathroom/squeaky doors/dirt rug in kitcken. Needs to be maintained better for what we paid.
On a good note it has a beautiful view ( able to see dolphins). Expect occasional noise from pool area.

Great restuarant: Grandma Dot's
SBL Outfitters will rent bikes for $30 a week...very nice to deal with.

Disappointed to be told that property was walking distance to the beach...NOT so. - Anonymous, hillsboro beach, FL

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Review Date: 05/09/2022

Our condo was very clean and we had a great view of the back bay. Easy check-in and check-out. Property security was very friendly, as well as the other renters and owners. It was a little drive to downtown, but very quiet at the condo. All and all, I would definitely stay here again! - Lincoln M., Montgomery, NY

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Review Date: 04/18/2022

This was our second time staying at Mariner Pointe and this was a different unit. We loved the proximity to the pool and fishing dock, as well as the communal grills. The room was very spacious and didn't feel at all cramped, unless two people were in the kitchen at the same time, which did not work. The communication was great and check in was a breeze. We loved the keypad lock, which meant we didn't need a key when we went out. The views of the bay, dock and palm trees were perfect, we saw dolphins leaping from the apartment as well as people reeling in big fish, and families enjoying the pool. It was very peaceful and there was vey little noise from the outside or below.

There were a few tiny improvements we'd suggest. The head of the king bed was a little lower than the foot, as there was an area rug under the middle and end feet. It was uncomfortable the first night until we figured it out and found something to prop up the head. There were no cleaning supplies. After fishing it would have been nice to have an antibacterial spray or bleach to use. Likewise for the kitchen surfaces. Finally there were some coffee filters on hand and a tiny set of salt and pepper. It would have been great to have had a few more condiments. I've stayed in other VRBO's where a collection of condiments and cooking spices (probably purchased over the years) was available. Finally the rugs in the appt had a mind of their own and were determined to take us down at all times. We rolled up the hallway and kitchen runner rugs, for the week. They slid all over the place. This are very nit-picky and it was a 4.9 out of 5 experience for us. - Matt W., Clinton, NY

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Review Date: 01/11/2022

This property has a sweeping view of the entire San Carlos Bay. The first morning we saw a mother dolphin and her baby catching fish just a few feet away from the property. It was incredible. The property has been well maintained and updated. The kitchen has everything needed to make whatever type of meal desired! Beach towels and a cooler are in the utility closet as well as a beach umbrella and camping chair (plus other gear). The king size bed and the murphy bed were great. The queen size sofa bed was fine, and we ended up using the twin inflatable mattress that was stowed in the hammered metal side table next to the couch (it was one of the really nice inflatable mattresses that you just plug it in and push a button to inflate it to the desired pressure). There is a dedicated parking stall for the unit and guest parking spots a few feet further away. We rented bikes from Billie's Bike rentals and they delivered and picked them back up for a small fee. I can't emphasize enough how beneficial it is to have bikes in Sanibel -- you can go literally anywhere because the bike paths (often shaded) are incredible and it's wonderfully flat on the island. Car traffic is almost always crazy, so it is MUCH faster to ride a bike vs. take a car (also, turning left out of the property's access road is a little hair-raising in a car, which is another reason why bikes are better). Sanibel Fresh was our favorite restaurant - I wish we had found it sooner! What a wonderful stay! - Lynn H., Omaha, NE

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Review Date: 01/19/2022

We loved our stay here. We were so comfortable. We would have liked a recliner with a lamp in the living area to relax or read in. We like to walk and walking all around the complex was so enjoyable. We were able to see both the gulf and the inland waters where beautiful boats were parked. I especially liked watching the dolphins in the morning while eating breakfast. - Kathy D., N/A, CO

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Review Date: 04/11/2022

No beach or beach access but thankful the property had 2 swimming pools, both clean and well kept. Our unit was very nice with great views. Bathrooms a bit small and dated. - Michele L., LITITZ, PA

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Review Date: 10/29/2020

Perfect location, lovely views, high end decor, very roomy, comfy bed, desk/office in spare room, quiet, beautiful warm breezes through large windows. We found everything we needed in condo. Complex very clean & well kept. Enjoyed being so close to the bay. Property staff very helpful & we actually stayed an extra night. Would definitely rent this particular unit again! - Anonymous, Cleveland, TN

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Review Date: 12/14/2020

Condo is very nice but there are some inconveniences. #1 you have to drive to the other end of Sanibel to get and return the key. Very inconvenient with a tired one year old.#2 Propane wasn’t filled and after two calls to the property manager we gave up and took the propane tank down to Baileys Grocery and paid for it to be filled ourself. #3 furniture is not secure. There is a little cabinet by the front door that’s wobbly. My one year old opened the doors to it and it tipped over and fell on him. Luckily is was not super heavy. - Jillian B., Spearfish, SD

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Review Date: 06/21/2021

As in prior years, we had a great experience: a lovely condo, well equipped in a panoramic location. A special shout out to Linda and the rest of the staff at Select Vacations. They were all very helpful and responded promptly to our inquiries and requests!! - Jorge D., Holiday, FL

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Review Date: 05/10/2021

Beautiful location with great views of the bay. Marine life everywhere especially dolphins and manatee. Great fishing pier. The unit was very nice. Only negative was the washer/dryer are the smallest I have ever seen. - Anonymous, MONTGOMERY, TX

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Review Date: 11/16/2021

We stayed in a very lovely, clean condo with a beautiful view. Everything was perfect from the time we booked it to the time with checked out. No problems. We would definitely stay at Mariner Pointe place again. Thank you! - Anonymous, COMMERCE TWP, MI

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Review Date: 12/02/2021

We enjoyed our stay at Mariner Point. The condo was clean and well appointed and the entire complex appears to be well maintained. We noticed that several units were being renovated which will be good for the future. Unfortunately, they were redoing the landscaping during our stay and there was bare dirt instead of grass. There were also couple of days of very noisy landscaping equipment outside our unit. We complained to Select Vacations about this but they said they had no knowledge of it and would look into it and get back to us. They did not get back to us. They also need to put a lockbox with a key on the front door so that clients do not have to drive to the rental office which is located on a very congested road to retain the key and then drive back again to return the key. We had an emergency and had to leave for the airport immediately and could not take the time to return the key back to the rental office. There is a $25 charge for not returning the key which is ridiculous as there is even a lockbox on the front door of the unit. We have never experienced this huge inconvenience with any other vacation unit we have rented and it is completely avoidable. Other than these two issues, we would stay at this place again and would recommend it to others......once the landscaping is complete and they take care of the key issue! - Anonymous, Burnsville, MN

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Review Date: 12/10/2021

Beautiful place - Carlton S., Oklahoma City, OK

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