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🐾 Dog Friendly, Spacious Beach Retreat, only Steps to Sugary Sand, Conveniences and all the Fun!

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Exterior
Interior
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Living area

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Guest Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Guest Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Half Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

🐾 Dog Friendly, Spacious Beach Retreat, only Steps to Sugary Sand, Conveniences and all the Fun!

Welcome to Dolphin Beach Retreat, your unique place in paradise! This property is located mid-island with beach access just steps across Estero Boulevard. A quiet relaxing location for that desired getaway, yet just a short walk along the beach is a kiosk for jet-ski rentals, parasailing rides, and even dolphin tours along a 7-mile stretch of white, sugary sand beach.

Super convenient to the supermarket and an upscale bistro on the bay. Trolley service along the boulevard is available to transport you to Times Square, with all of its restaurants, clubs, and night life.

The property has a fantastic lanai porch with ambient evening lighting that leads to the property entrance. The nicely furnished living area has comfy sofa, TV with YouTubeTV. Dining area finds a table seating 6, and a fully equipped kitchen. Everything is available that you would need to cook daily multi-course dinners, or simply make a pot of coffee in the morning.

The master bedroom has a queen size bed, closet, and plenty of dresser space. Guest bedroom has a queen size bed, closet, and plenty of dresser space. Downstairs common area has a washer and dryer. There's a propane grill that is shared. All lower levels have evening ambient lighting and privacy lattice work surrounds this area. You'll also find parking spaces accommodating 2 vehicles.

There are many restaurants and shops a short drive north across the bridge towards south Fort Myers. The same is true if you drive south towards Bonita Beach. Water activities abound with fishing charters, scuba and snorkel adventures, jet ski rentals, para-sailing, etc. Fort Myers, Bonita Springs and Naples are all modern cities with plenty of shopping, dining and sight seeing to experience. The South West International Airport in Fort Myers is close by for convenience as well.

For our guests with allergies, this property is non-smoking.

Dog friendly restrictions and fees apply. Dogs are permitted up to 25 lbs and non-aggressive breeds only with pet fee paid in advance. Limit of two. Fee is $20 per night per dog.

STR #22-0275

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 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

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Following your booking you will receive a Vacation Rental Agreement that requires your electronic signature and occupancy completion.

You must be 25 years of age to book this property and are required to provide proof with valid driver's license or other ID.

Only dogs 25 lbs or less allowed; no other pets. We have the right to cancel your reservation with no penalties for failure to meet House Rules.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2439307vb
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Fort Myers Beach

Located near the beach, this condo is in Mid Island, a neighbourhood in Fort Myers Beach. While the natural beauty of Estero Boulevard Beach and Bonita Springs Public 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 FastTrax Fort Myers. With jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Fort Myers Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Estero Boulevard Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Mound House - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Sterling Ave Beach - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Matanzaz Pass Preserve - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Bay Oaks Recreation Center - 3 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Whale - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Parrot Key Caribbean Grill - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Junkanoo Below Deck - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Marina Cantina - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪MoJoe's - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 🐾 Dog Friendly, Spacious Beach Retreat, only Steps to Sugary Sand, Conveniences and all the Fun! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at 🐾 Dog Friendly, Spacious Beach Retreat, only Steps to Sugary Sand, Conveniences and all the Fun!?

As of 13 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 🐾 Dog Friendly, Spacious Beach Retreat, only Steps to Sugary Sand, Conveniences and all the Fun! on 5 June 2026 start from AU$401, 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 🐾 Dog Friendly, Spacious Beach Retreat, only Steps to Sugary Sand, Conveniences and all the Fun!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 🐾 Dog Friendly, Spacious Beach Retreat, only Steps to Sugary Sand, Conveniences and all the Fun!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 🐾 Dog Friendly, Spacious Beach Retreat, only Steps to Sugary Sand, Conveniences and all the Fun!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 🐾 Dog Friendly, Spacious Beach Retreat, only Steps to Sugary Sand, Conveniences and all the Fun! located?

Located in Mid Island, this condo building is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Estero Boulevard Beach and 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from Key West Express. Estero Bay Preserve State Park and Sterling Ave Beach are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 10 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

6.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jansen Jr D.

Great stay

Location was great. Close enough to the downtown area to get there quickly, but far enough away to avoid the traffic. Short walk to the beach, quiet street, clean environment. Overall a great place to stay!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Nik L.

5 Stars

This charming retreat was the perfect base for our beach getaway. The location made it easy to enjoy the beach and explore nearby attractions. The comfortable accommodations and thoughtful amenities made our stay both relaxing and enjoyable.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina J.

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

Relax

Nice clean quite neighborhood and enjoy our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 July 2025
Thank you so much for your response Peggy. We greatly appreciate your feedback. We are so happy to hear you enjoyed the stay and thank you for the kind notes. Don't forget to come back soon! We look forward to hosting you in the future!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Rolfo H.

5 Stars

This spot feels like a hidden gem. Just across Estero Boulevard from the beach, it's quiet yet close to everything. The space is simple but comfortable, with a lanai porch that's perfect for relaxing after a day in the sun. Ideal for a low-key beach escape.
Verified

8/10 Good

Gavin N.

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

Mid-Island Stay

Great location, away from all the chaos. 5 min walk to beach and 15 min walk to Publix and Junkanoo Restaurant.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 May 2025
Thank you so much for your response Gavin. We greatly appreciate your feedback. We are so happy to hear you enjoyed the stay and thank you for the kind notes. Don't forget to come back soon! We look forward to hosting you in the future!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Hannah O.

5 Stars

Dolphin Beach Retreat Lower feels like a cozy beach hideaway just steps from the water The quiet location makes it easy to relax but you're still close to fun things like jet skis and good food It seemed like the perfect spot for a low-key getaway
Verified

8/10 Good

Karen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
We appreciate the supplies that were here.The grill worked great and we appreciate it being here. Absolutely great location, reminded us of our spot at Red Coconut RV Park before Hurricane Ian.Bedroom fans make noise when on making it difficult to use during sleeping hours.Could sure use some shelves (even open) in the corner to the right of the oven/stove above the counter. Installation of a microwave above the stove sure would provide more useable counter space. Either need more counter space or medicine cabinet or standing cabinet in both bathrooms.Need some type of dish drainer apparatus since there is no dish washer. We bought one you can keep. Please make sure you tell people it is only a Keurig coffee maker only.Based on the orientation of the kitchen, it would be very advantageous to reverse the refrigerator doors so the opening faces the kitchen counter. There is also a need for some type of cutting board especially since the supplied knife set is all serrated blades that could negatively impact the formica..The sofa is missing a support leg where the back stops on the chez. It is already falling and not going to last long. Other kitchen items that would be helpful are: peeler, meat thermometer, tongs, ice cube trays,It would be much better to have a TV wall mount that could extend and swivel towards the dining table.The half bath needs a better anchor for the towel rack.It is great that there is a gas grill but need some metal kitchen tools to use on it
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Apr 2026
Thank you so much for your response Randy. We greatly appreciate your feedback. We are so happy to hear you enjoyed the stay and thank you for the notes. We have maintenance addressing these items and would have loved to resolve these items for you during the stay. Don't forget to come back soon! We look forward to hosting you in the future!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Disliked: Room comfort

Disappointing

For the price I was hoping for a better quality bed and pillows. I was unable to sleep on the bed because it was hard as a rock. The pillows were flat. Sleeping on the couch was better. The pullout bed from the couch was also super uncomfortable (like most pullout beds).
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Greg G.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

the hobbit hole was a disappointment.

We were informed a week before our reservation that there was an issue with our rental and they would have to move us to another unit. This unit was sold to me as a brand new remodel, also the renting agent was not willing to give any discounts for the inconvenience however she did confirm it would be ok to check in early. witch we discussed via phone that it would be ok to come in 12 hrs earlier. all sounded good. showed up to rental about 10 hrs early and it was very unmarked. found and got in unit to find. no interior door knob's. very dirty and dusty with construction debris. tools and supplies left on porch and bathroom. outlets not secured. shower floor drain not secured. chair moldings incomplete protruding from the walls. paint unfinished. half a roll of toilet paper. odor in bathroom when fan was on. musty mold smell in witch kinda took your breath away. all this aside. we got inside cleaned up a bit and layed down to rest after a 20 hr drive. i was woke up by a man entering the rental and yelling from the main room. i got up to find a dude standing in the main room of the rental. asking who i was. apparently my early check in was not communicated with all party's envolved. he gave me the second key for the rental and left. they sent someone to "finish up"the place that day around 2. all that was done was two door knobs were installed. they then asked if they could come back to keep working on the place. i denied. went a bought toilet paper. and delt with the hobbit hole of a rental. beware of coastal breeze rentals. when i asked for compensation they credited me one night and proceeded to imply that i fabricated the pictures.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jan 2022
Thank you for your feedback Greg. We understand the unit was not 100% complete upon your arrival at 4 am, 12 hours before the standard check-in time. Unknown to us, the owner had scheduled for the final items to be completed the morning of your arrival. We offered to immediately complete those items that you found uncompleted on arrival. You declined the contractor to enter and complete these finals items. Although most items were minor, we understand your concern upon your very early arrival and provided a discount, as you were the first guest in a newly remodeled unit. Upon your departure, we completely finished all items that were outstanding and the unit is in excellent condition for future guests. Once again, we apologize for the confusion on your very early arrival and we hope that you found the unit and the balance of your vacation enjoyable.
Verified

8/10 Good

Judy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Steps to the Beach

The apartment was simple but comfortable. Great for the two of us and the dogs. Beach access at the end of the street. Convenient mid-island location. We enjoyed out stay.
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jan 2022
Thank you for the great response Judy! We appreciate your feedback and are glad to hear you enjoyed your stay. It was a pleasure to host and don't forget to come back soon!

About the host

Hosted by Coastal Breeze Vacation Rentals

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Welcome to Coastal Breeze Vacation Rentals! Experience the best of coastal living with our collection of premier vacation properties in Fort Myers Beach, FL and other coastal locations. Our vacation rentals are beautifully furnished, superbly maintained, and impeccably clean so you can enjoy a five-star hotel concierge experience with all the comforts of home. We a professionally run, locally owned and operated, to meet your every need and deliver a vacation beyond your expectations!

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