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Private waterfront villa - private pool

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Pool
Pool
Outdoor dining
Outdoor dining
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Fort Myers Beach, FL
  • Lover's Key Beach
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Castle Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Key West Express
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Outdoor shower

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Private waterfront villa - private pool

UPDATE - Post Hurricane Ian. The island has been impacted by the hurricane and continues to rebuild daily. Our property has been repaired and is fully operational and open for rentals. Large, open floor plan allows for wonderful family time. From the photos the house looks like a duplex but it is all one private home with 3 bedrooms, 2 baths and screened porch. Located just minutes from Lovers Key State Park and Dog Beach, your very own private villa awaits. The home has a large heated private pool, overlooking a quiet canal where some of our guests have watched manatees and dolphins playing near the dock. Both the front and back yards are fenced, and we are a dog friendly property. Enjoy relaxing in the pool, or sitting at the wet bar in your own island paradise. You can walk to one of Florida’s most beautiful beaches, just a 5 min walk (3-4 blocks) from your home. As business rebuild on the island, more and more restaurants and bars will open. For updates on the post hurricane recovery, you can check the Ft Myers Beach website or contact us for an update. STR # 21-0175

Property manager

RUSTY THOMPSON
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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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
On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Fort Myers Beach

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in South Island, a neighbourhood in Fort Myers Beach. While the natural beauty of Bonita Springs Public Beach and Barefoot Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Key West Express. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Hertz Arena or Naples-Fort Myers Greyhound Track. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Fort Myers Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Lover's Key Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Santini Marina Shopping Plaza - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Castle Beach - 6 min drive - 0.9 km
  • Estero Boulevard Beach - 8 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Key West Express - 18 min drive - 11.1 km

Getting around

  • Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪First Watch - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Flippers on the Bay - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mangroves Bar - ‬26 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Private waterfront villa - private pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Private waterfront villa - private pool pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Private waterfront villa - private pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private waterfront villa - private pool?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private waterfront villa - private pool located?

Located in South Island, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Lover's Key Beach and Santini Marina Shopping Plaza. Castle Beach and Mound Key Archaeological State Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 38 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Winter Getaway

Had a wonderful time here! The house is in a great location. We love the south end of the beach. The house was very comfortable and enjoyed the pool area! The owner was very accommodating for us. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 86 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property

Enjoyed fishing in the canal and close to beaches.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect family vacation

We had a great time. The property is great. We loved the pool. We were too lazy to go to the beach but it looked like it was close. Property is well maintained and had everything we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl T., Chicago suburbs

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sand Dollar Paradise

We spent 5 weeks here and loved it! Great location, amazing pool and canal, comfortable and well-equipped house. Fenced yard for our dog, great neighborhood for walking. As the island rebuilds from Ian, be prepared for construction noise (we were happy to hear it). We’re returning in 3 months, and would rent again without hesitation during season (someone beat us to it for 2025, but we’ll be watching for 2026!)
Stayed 36 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyed our stay!

We had such a great time here & the house had everything we needed. Especially loved the pool area - spent many hours hanging out in this space. We did manage to see one dolphin in the canal, and enjoyed watching the osprey who lived in a neighboring tree. I walked to the beach almost every morning (about 10 minutes from house to the water line) & felt very blessed because I usually had the beach to myself!! Russell was always on "standby" and answered any questions we had within a few minutes. The only thing missing was a refrigerator for the pool area. : ) Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sand Dollar

The stay was just what we needed. The facility was very nice and accommodating. Hope to come Back next year.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Travis D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Stay!

The owner's communication was outstanding! Beautiful home with great amenities! We will be coming back soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tyler J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Southern Hospitality

The property was very well kept and clean. Very good amenities for spending time outside. Owner was very courteous and available for any questions that came up. Owner was also very helpful with suggesting local shops and restaurants
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robyn R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing

Owners were super easy to deal with. Location is good, about a 4 block walk to the beach. Still lots of devastation from Hurricane Ian, so not much open on the island and no one was on the beaches, so if you are looking for a quiet get away, this place is great!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Edward N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house, great quiet location.

This house is great, plenty of outdoor space, plenty of indoor space. Pool was great, wet bar, lower fridge, grill, all fantastic. The manatee’s in the canal were amazing and we watched them daily. We found that a drive to the free parking at the Bonita Springs beaches were a much better beach option than the deeded access or than paying for parking at public access on Estero. We would stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

WENDY T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful place to stay!

This home is wonderful! They have so many extras like pool floats, fishing poles, beach chairs and a beach wagon. They have lots of plates and silverware which is helpful for larger families. And a million towels!! We loved watching the manatees each day in the canal. The host was great with communication and super helpful with information about the house and area. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable Home

The house was perfect for vacation. It’s a beautiful home. The pool was wonderful . Anything you may need for cooking or grilling at the pool bar! Could use some updates . nicely done.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ronald C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Place and a Great Host!!!

We thoroughly enjoyed our time at the “Sand Dollar”. This was our family’s first VRBO experience and it lived up to everything we hoped for 15 min drive to the heart of Fort Meyers Beach (Times Square ,Pier) or a 5 minute walk to a more quiet portion of the beach whatever we wanted it was right there for us. Several days we hung out by the beautiful pool and watched manatee all day. House was great , perfect set up for coffee in the morning on screened in porch and a bar near the grills for dinner at pool level. Rusty our host was super responsive and a pleasure to deal with. Our only concern was that it appears he is a Buckeye fan and we bleed Wolverines blue….Thanks Rusty!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable and spacious.

The house suited our needs well and was open and spacious for our group of 2 couples and 3 preschoolers. We enjoyed the pool area with lounge chairs and watching the manatees in the canal. The screen porch was also very enjoyable. Beds were comfortable. Cart, chairs, beach toys provided. Walk was a little farther to the beach than we anticipated for the children. It's not far as the crow flies, but you have to go around the canal.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matthew S., Cincinnati, OH

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everything we were looking for.

This home is perfect. So quiet and peaceful. Close to the beach and Bonita Dog Park. We appreciate the honesty that Patti and Rusty provided about recent renovation work that had not yet been completed to the pool area. Everything was still usable and operational and they were sure to inform us before checking in.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

James B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Vacation!

The house was exactly what we needed, the best part of the property is the downstairs garage entertainment space, open the garage doors and watch a movie while enjoying the fresh air.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Keith R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Place

Laguna Shores was excellent. Perfect location to walk to the beach. We loved the fact we could bring our dog……BoBo. He had a great time too walking on the beach and getting his paws wet in the ocean. Manager very responsive to our WiFi questions. Would stay there again!! Thanks!!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ryan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!

The house was very clean and Rusty was great to deal with. The king size master bed was very comfortable. We get to see manatees almost every day in the waterway behind the house. The pool was was nice and had bar outside to sit at. We really enjoyed our stay and look forward to coming back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mike A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Adventure and relaxation

We enjoyed our week at the property. There was easy parking for our boat outside of the gate and the house was very comfortable. We used the pool every day and enjoyed the beaches at Lover's Key. Host was very responsive and helpful. Loved the neighborhood for biking and walking our dog.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Property and Views

Nice location and beautiful views of manatees daily. Very clean and had everything we needed for our week long stay. Would definitely go back to and recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sherry S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Family Vacation

We loved the unit. The children loved the pool. We saw Manatee and iguanas. We ate coconut from one of the coconuts that fell from the tree. We also brought a kayak and kayaked right off the dock from the back of the house. The back screened porch was great for board games and cards after the kids went to sleep. The whole family loved this house!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brigitte s., Tampa, FL

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay on Ft Myers Beach

We just got back from our Ft Myers Beach vacation and our whole family is talking about when we can go back. This rental had everything that we needed in a great location. It was at the south end of the island (which was great since the traffic at the North end was terrible). We saw a family of manatees in the water behind the house and there were green iguanas all over the place. My kids loved it. We can't wait to visit again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kristin E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We had a great time at this property!

This property was great! We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

David K., Port Orange

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house and location

House was great. Fenced in yard was perfect for dogs. Back porch and covered are by pool were very nice places to relax. Thoroughly enjoyed staying on south end of island away from tourist hotspots and getting on/off the island via Bonita Springs. Beach was an easy walk. Gulf Boulevard was under construction (noise, bumpy bypass road, not walk/bike friendly) but should be great when they are done.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brett F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great layout for families

We had a wonderful stay. It was easy to communicate with property owners. The kids enjoyed the pool and the layout of the house was wonderful for a large family.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

About the host

Hosted by RUSTY THOMPSON

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We are a family owned and operated rental property. We enjoy the property every chance we get and rent it out for others to enjoy.

Why they chose this property

Located on some of the best beaches in Florida with lots of activities and things to do. You get your very own private villa with beautiful canal front view, pool, wet bar and a very relaxed atmosphere.

What makes this property unique

Direct access to the beach and Lovers Key State Park. Our Laguna Shores Neighborhood has their own private beach access that is only a 5 minute walk from the house, and we leave a cart and beach chairs in the garage for renters to use.

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English

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