1610 Middle Gulf Dr

Spanish Cay is a low-rise, 40-unit condominium complex on Sanibel Island completed in 1975 and arranged over three stories. The property presents a Spanish-influenced aesthetic with stucco exterior, covered entries, screened and glass-enclosed lanais, and tropical landscaping framing riverfront edges. Unit mix is primarily one- and two-bedroom floor plans with features commonly including vaulted or tray ceilings, walk-in closets, kitchen islands or breakfast bars, separate laundry rooms or stacked washer/dryers, and many units wired for entertainment systems. Common areas focus on relaxed island living: a shaded courtyard, community pool, multiple fishing piers along the Sanibel River, and deeded beach access a short walk across Middle Gulf Drive. Exterior amenities also include patios, outdoor grills, sprinkler irrigation, and a mix of storm protection such as electric/manual shutters and high-impact doors. Parking is paved and surface-level; pet rules are restrictive with dogs often prohibited. The association caters to a mixed ownership profile—primary residents, seasonal owners, and short-term renters—reflected in modest condo fees and rental allowance (typically bi-weekly minimums). Its mid-island location places it steps from beach paths, close to dining, shops, bike routes, and the Sanibel Golf Club, offering a quiet, community-oriented island lifestyle with easy access to shoreline recreation and waterways.