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Imperial River VACATION GEM - Best Resort-Like Vacation on the Imperial River!

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Imperial River VACATION GEM - Best Resort-Like Vacation on the Imperial River!

It's called The River Shack... but it's more like The River "Chic" ... You will feel like you are at an all inclusive private resort here at The River Shack - completely and privately inclusive for you!

Each bedroom has a queen bed to sleep a total of four guests. The living room is furnished with a sofa bed to accommodate two additional guests. The kitchen is fully equipped for preparation of all meals. A laundry room is on site as well, so pack as little or as much as you like!

Enjoy an enormous outside entertainment area to include an outdoor kitchen, lots of dining space, fire pit, heated pool & spa all while admiring the amazing view of the Imperial River.

You will love the tranquil, peaceful sounds of the wildlife! Take advantage of the kayak and paddle boards and keep an eye out for dolphins and manatee!

The River Shack is a nice bike ride away from the up and coming Downtown Bonita Springs... check out the Survey Cafe, the Downtown Wine & Coffee Company and the newly opened Rooftop at Riverside. You may even be around for a concert event or festival at Riverside Park. Of course, Bonita Beach is just about 5 miles away. So much to do!

Book your vacation at the River Shack, relax and enjoy this vacation gem... you won't want to leave!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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 allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2524646vb
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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Bonita Springs

Located in Bonita Springs, this holiday home is on the waterfront. While the natural beauty of Barefoot Beach and Bonita Springs Public Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Key West Express. Hertz Arena and Everglades Wonder Gardens are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, kayaking and parasailing adventures can be found near the property.
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Bonita Springs, FL

What's nearby

  • Bonita Fairways Golf Course - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Promenade at Bonita Bay - 6 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Bonita Beach Park - 16 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Barefoot Beach - 16 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Bonita Springs Public Beach - 17 min drive - 8.3 km

Getting around

  • Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Zorba's Greek Resturant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪DeRomo's Italian Market & Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Iguana Mia - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Imperial River VACATION GEM - Best Resort-Like Vacation on the Imperial River! have a pool?

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

Is Imperial River VACATION GEM - Best Resort-Like Vacation on the Imperial River! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Imperial River VACATION GEM - Best Resort-Like Vacation on the Imperial River!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Imperial River VACATION GEM - Best Resort-Like Vacation on the Imperial River!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Imperial River VACATION GEM - Best Resort-Like Vacation on the Imperial River!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Imperial River VACATION GEM - Best Resort-Like Vacation on the Imperial River! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Bonita Fairways Golf Course and Promenade at Bonita Bay. Everglades Wonder Gardens and Bonita Springs Historical Society are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 61 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 61 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 61 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 61 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place, great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent host and wonderful property! Would definitely return and recommend this place!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

susanne m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another amazing stay at the River shack! dolphins and manatees swimming by. This place is heaven on earth!
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Apr 2026
Thanks so much for staying! We are so glad to hear you enjoy the River Shack!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vicki B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Arnaldo was a great host! The accommodations exceeded our expectations. We would definitely recommend a stay at the River Shack to our family and friends!
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Enjoyed the hot tub and pool
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeanie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check-in easy!Kitchen is amazingly stocked
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

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

Very enjoyable stay

Beautiful home and yard b great location too
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jan 2022
Thank you! We are glad you enjoyed your visit!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kurtis P.

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

Spring trip

Perfect setup, close to everything you would want!! Exceeded our expectations, and would consider it again if in the area!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

susanne m.

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

Heaven

We stay at the river shack every time we visit Bonita Springs. Love watching dolphins and Manatees swim by. It's the perfect location and Nardi is the perfect host! Love this place!!
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Antonio T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The river shack is beautiful and very relaxing Nardi is an excellent host and very accommodating. He answers your inquiries immediately and we actually consider him a friend as we have stayed multiple times .Thanks Nardi for your kindness and sharing the beautiful river shack with us . And of course we will be back !!
Stayed 19 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was exactly as described and shown. Ease of check in and cleanliness was great. Space for 2 adults and teen. Location was close to beach, restaurants and shopping. Owner was fast to respond to messages and helped with any questions we had. We would recommend the house and hope to get back to stay when in the area. We had a great time and glad we chose the River Shack for our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great communication, great pool/hot tub, great house, great stay! Really liked the outdoor area and had everything we needed! Very fast internet! Would love to come back and stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frida J.

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

Perfect for friends

Amazing house with awesome outdoor areas! Good comunication with the host, love to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carrie K.

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

Great Family Getaway :)

We absolutely loved the River Shack. We needed a weekend to relax and reset, this was a the perfect place for that. The property is stunning and the view is amazing! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

April G.

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

The Remarkable Rivershack

The Rivershack was beyond remarkable! It's a breathtaking property, that is extremely well kept and the perfect place to relax and refuel.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary C.

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

Nice stay

The property is as advertised. Great fishing. Nice pool. Good host.
Stayed 17 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

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

Exceeded expectations

This place is quite a gem!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

susanne m.

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

escaping the cold

Had another amazing stay at the river shack. It's becoming a home away from home. Love the location, the wildlife on the river, and of course relaxing in the pool. Thank you again to our host Nardi! See you soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tanzi B.

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

Resort style property in a great location

This is an unusual property nicely decorated with high quality furniture and fittings. The outside area is really great. Lots of seating, a really good barbecue, a nice pool and a great outdoor sound system perfect for chilling in the evening. Right on the Imperial river which is awesome for kayaking or paddle boarding. Property is not that large so works best for couples. We stay in this area a lot and really enjoyed this house as it has a real holiday feel. We would definintely rent it again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

George L.

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

Wonderful

The owners went above and beyond to make our stay wonderful. Great people
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan C.

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

Perfect getaway

Loved everything about this house. It’s quiet and peaceful with everything close by. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristine C.

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

Great house and location!

The house was wonderful! It was clean and looked just like the online images. We loved the pool and jacuzzi. My son enjoyed fishing off the dock. The location of the house was also great, close to everything we needed. The property manager was responsive when I reached out with a question. Very happy with our stay!!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber B.

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

Paradise to Perfection!

5 plus rating on Everything! MY FAVORITE PLACE SO FAR!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

susanne m.

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

can't wait to go back

This was our second stay at river shack. It will not be our last, beautiful house, gorgeous property. Close to everything. I love this place!!!
Stayed 15 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

Bad Mom’s Weekend Retreat

If you are looking for a getaway with your Mom crew 10/10 recommend. House and grounds are pristine, very clean, generous accommodations. Grocery store a mile away. Kitchen is stocked. Just bring bathing suit and sunglasses and enjoy a relaxing oasis. You can go explore or never leave until checkout. This place has it all. Owner is very responsive. We will most definitely be back. Found our ‘clubhouse’
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

About the host

Hosted by Arnaldo Pantaleon

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English, Spanish

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