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Private and cozy cottage in the historic area of Bonita Springs, Florida

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Front of the cottage
Property grounds
Living area
Room
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 362.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Bonita Springs, FL
  • Place, Bonita Springs Historical Society
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Riverside Park
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Everglades Wonder Gardens
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Masterroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Private and cozy cottage in the historic area of Bonita Springs, Florida

• This beautiful cottage is in walking distance of the local parks, shops, and restaurants near by.
• Plenty of things to do such as renting kayaks, bicycles, visiting the Everglade Wonder Garden and going to the beach.
• There are two new wood floor rooms.
• With plenty of space to entertain in the back yard with a screen enclosed patio.
. Two brand new best quality kayaks.
• Free Ultra High-Speed Wifi.
. High Definition TV and Netflix access.
. New Healthy organic ergonomic bed in the master room.
• Brand New Appliances, durable floors, and new roof.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
*NO PETS. *MAXIMUM 4 PEOPLE INCLUDING CHILDREN. *NO SMOKING IN HOUSE.

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Bonita Springs

Located by the sea, this holiday home is in Downtown, a neighbourhood in Bonita Springs. Shoppers can check out Coconut Point Mall, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Barefoot Beach and Bonita Springs Public Beach. Hertz Arena and Everglades Wonder Gardens are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Bonita Springs, FL

What's nearby

  • Bonita Springs Historical Society - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Riverside Park - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Everglades Wonder Gardens - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Bonita Springs Dog Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Bonita Fairways Golf Course - 6 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪RaceTrac - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Sugarshack Downtown - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Buffalo Chips Restaurant - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Brass Tap - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private and cozy cottage in the historic area of Bonita Springs, Florida pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Private and cozy cottage in the historic area of Bonita Springs, Florida?

As of 1 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Private and cozy cottage in the historic area of Bonita Springs, Florida on 7 Apr 2026 start from AU$348, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Private and cozy cottage in the historic area of Bonita Springs, Florida?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private and cozy cottage in the historic area of Bonita Springs, Florida?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private and cozy cottage in the historic area of Bonita Springs, Florida?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private and cozy cottage in the historic area of Bonita Springs, Florida located?

Located in Downtown, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Bonita Springs Historical Society, Riverside Park and Everglades Wonder Gardens. Bonita Springs Dog Park and Bonita Fairways Golf Course are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Larry W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yes I have stayed at the house many times before and Leonor is always very easy to work with during checkin.
Stayed 28 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lenore welcomed us with a smile and a beautiful little beach house in the the heart of old Bonita Springs. We felt safe in this private home away from home for the month of February 2026. Sunshine every day, Gulf beaches, fresh seafood, and great music were enjoyed to the hilt. Loved every minute!
Stayed 27 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James M.

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

Bonita Springs cottage

Excellent experience and hostess.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan A.

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

Susan

I love this place! It is our home away from home. We stayed 35 nights… perfect!
Stayed 35 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan L.

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

Charming Bonita springs bungalow

Delightful and refreshing home in a quiet family neighborhood across from a new library. Fun area to walk to parks and restaurants. Wonderful vibe to decompress. Easy access to central Florida activities. And close to the airport. Loved our time there.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Feb 2023
I am so glad for you both , anytime this is your home to stay. Welcome again :) Thank you !
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Larry W.

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

Home away from home

I feel very comfortable staying at Leonor's home . It's a cozy Old Bonita Springs house with a large from porch and a private enclosed backyard .
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Mar 2021
Thanks Larry, you are always welcome to stay again and again .
Verified

8/10 Good

Jon D.

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

Old Bonita Beach Charmer

Great pre-rent conversations with owner. Great location just off main SW Florida arteries. Charming location near Riverside Park, Imperial River. Restaurants nearby.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Fantastic experience.

Everything was as-advertised. Leonor was warm and welcoming and immediately made us feel at home. The home is in excellent condition and has lot of amenities. Comfy bedrooms, very nice living room. The outdoor porch and patio were perfect. I'm looking forward to coming back.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2020
Thank you for choosing my home to stay, and as well thanks for your beautiful gratitude in your review. You are always welcome . Sincerely, Leonor
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan A.

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

Looking forward to coming back

We stayed here for 28 days. It was wonderful! Within walking distance to restaurants, parks and the Wonder Gardens. Small, well equipped, very clean house. Lenore was very friendly and accommodating. Nice front porch, screened in back porch and a patio. Backyard all fenced in, very private and quiet. We plan on coming back next year!
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janine R.

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

Our home away from home

As soon as we arrived we were met by Leonor ( home owner). She gave us a tour of the home which made check in so easy. We found this home to be charming and cozy and had everything we needed. We felt like home as soon as we walked in. Grocery store was about 2 miles away which was convenient. The location was ideal. The neighborhood is very quiet and safe. Did so much walking both in the historic town and the park down the street. We will definitely book here again
Stayed 29 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan H.

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

Good Choice

All was good except the TV
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

michael g.

Great Location!

The cottage is very bright and cozy. We were off the main drag of 41, but could easily access it when needed. We enjoyed concerts and art shows in Old Bonita by walking or sitting on the beautiful porch. Leonor is very sweet and has spent hours improving the cottage’s garden for the guests to enjoy. Thanks to the privacy fence, we spent many hours having dinner or lunch in the covered lanai or the deck in back while enjoying the garden. Thanks for everything Leonor!
Stayed 27 nights in Feb 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2020
Thank you for your review, It was a pleasure having you both in my cottage. I am so glad you enjoyed staying here surrounded by the beauty of this place. Leonor
Verified

10/10 Excellent

linda k.

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

Nothing but charm-- serene and clean!

Spotless little bungalow filled with lovely, thoughtful touches but not cluttered in a walk to everything location in historic downtown Bonita Springs. A bit of a hiccup with VRBO communications but easily resolved. Leonor was an attentive, warm host, checking in with helpful suggestions. My highlights? Spa treatments at Shangri-La, kayaking from Riverside Park, the lorikeet encounter at the Everglades Wonder Gardens, Heaven Shakes and Survey Cafe= multiple delicious visits. All of it a nostalgic visit to old Florida tourist days.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Mar 2021
It was a pleasure to be attentive to your requirements and questions. Thanks, you are always welcome :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary D.

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

Wonderful Visit

Great host, loved her home!
Stayed 28 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gretta M.

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

perfect vacation

Leonor's bungalow is cozy, comfortable (especially the beds) with a modern kitchen and many of Leonor's personal items that give the house a unique charm. The accommodation is convenient to the beach( anywhere from 15 to 30 minutes to Bonita Beaches, Fort Myers and Naples. We spent a lot of time at Lovers Key Sate Park which rents canoes, kayaks,etc. Leonor is readily available with suggestions and responds quickly to questions. Her warmth and friendliness added a lot of pleasure to our stay.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 May 2022
You are always welcome ! Thanks again for choosing my home for your vacations :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joan K.

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

Comfortable, convenient

A very accommodating hostess & comfortable home.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Robin H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bonita springs little house

She was very personable. It was a nice location and she was very friendly and helpful
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela G.

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

Comfort and ease away from home!

Leonor’s home was the perfect place for me - as a get-away and setting for doing remote work. Her home had all the necessities and then some (beautiful plants, screened in porch, great wifi. The proximity was perfect- close to coffee shops, town square where there was live music (in March!) at the bandshell, farmers market, and newly built library. The house was immaculate.
Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Norman P.

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

Beautiful week in Bonita Springs

Great walking and biking trails nearby; quiet neighborhood; walking distance to a few restaurants. Very comfortable beds. Appreciated the furnished kitchen during Covid.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Gem of a place!

Quite and private , yet close ( within walking distance) to park and eclectic restaurants. Leonor was very kind and welcoming. The house is cozy and comfortable. We are definitely planning a return visit!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jennifer k.

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

Paradise

Imagine waking up to bird song, sipping coffee on a porch, enjoying the quiet start to a beautiful day... this was just delightful in every way
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James F.

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

Charming home

We had a lovely stay, alas only three nights before heading home to Pennsylvania. Leonor greeted us upon arrival......she was warm and welcoming, and full of info on the house and surroundings. We loved that we could walk to the park and river, kayak the Imperial River from a local put-in down the street, and sit and relax on the front porch after a full day. The house itself was very well equipped and comfortable. You can't go wrong with this one!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill H.

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

Southwest Florida vacation

Great little house in a quiet neighborhood. Close to beaches & restaurants. Leonor is a great host.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gail S.

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

Felt Like Home

Everything about our experience was as we hoped for and more. Our host was very hospitable and it is apparent that she loves meeting and hosting visitors. The Cottage’s appearance was exactly as advertised and close to everything‘Florida.’ I defiantly plan to return to Historic Cottage again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2020
Thanks for the compliment! You both are always welcome :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacob K.

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

Great stay, nice quiet house close to beach

Our stay was great. Leonor was so kind throughout. The house has everything a couple or family would need. Great beaches, restaurants, and things to do are very close. We enjoyed our stay 100%!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

About the host

Hosted by Leonor Reales

Host profile image
I am a certified Natural Health Educator and Stress Relief Practitioner, an american citizen who grew up in a long beautiful family in Colombia South America, working and volunteering for local non-profit organizations, i also spend my time biking, visiting nature, garden, museums and healthy places around, going to the sunsets, and also kayaking., i am a Yoga and Taichi professor, a vital sincere human being doing my best for this great country.

Why they chose this property

This house is my american dream, i traveled around the world and when i met this Bonita Springs downtown area i felt in love, with the serene and authenticity of the historical construction. And being myself a healthy vital person i love that I can reach everything: restaurants, museums, spas, natural gardens little stores, shops, groceries stores and farmers markets just by walking.

What makes this property unique

I personally enjoy sitting on the terrace- porch at the entrance of the house to enjoy the sunrise while I drink my coffee. It is a relaxing house just spending the day around it makes your body thank you.

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English, Spanish
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