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🐾 Pet Friendly, Heated Pool, Gorgeous Renovation, Walk to the sugar sand of FMB!

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Take a dip in the heated pool
Cozy seating for watching TV or an afternoon nap
Well appointed kitchen
Big closet and tv in the bedroom
Welcome to the Fishbowl

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Heated pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer/dryer
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Fort Myers Beach, FL
  • Place, Sterling Ave Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Castle Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Estero Boulevard Beach
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.)
    ‪60 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

Common Space

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

🐾 Pet Friendly, Heated Pool, Gorgeous Renovation, Walk to the sugar sand of FMB!

Fishbowl Lower is a beautifully renovated, ground-floor 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment located in the serene Mid-Island area of Fort Myers Beach. Nestled in a quiet neighborhood and just a short walk between two beach access points, this peaceful retreat offers the perfect blend of relaxation and convenience. A nearby trolley stop provides easy access to the lively downtown area, home to the iconic Times Square, local restaurants, shops, and vibrant entertainment.

Inside, the apartment features a modern, fully equipped kitchen, a dining area that seats six, and a breakfast bar with three stools. The cozy living room offers a comfortable sofa bed, two armchairs, and a TV. Each bedroom also includes a TV, for a total of three throughout the unit. The bathroom has been stylishly upgraded, and the entire apartment has been freshly painted and tiled. For your convenience, a hairdryer and seven ceiling fans are provided.

Guests share a heated pool with the upstairs unit, but enjoy private amenities including a grill, washer and dryer. We also provide hotel-quality linens—professionally laundered for every stay—as well as beach essentials like towels, chairs, an umbrella, and a beach cart. Lastly, a spacious lanai offers a peaceful place to unwind.

Nearby, there are many water activities including fishing charters and snorkeling to parasailing and jet ski rentals. Plus, the close cities of Fort Myers, Bonita Springs, and Naples offer a wealth of shopping, dining, and sightseeing opportunities, and the Southwest Florida International Airport in Fort Myers is just a short drive away making for easy access to the island.

Come visit and make Fishbowl Lower your next perfect beach getaway!

Sorry no spring break groups allowed except families.

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.

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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 # 2143604vb
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 apartment is in Mid Island, a neighbourhood in Fort Myers Beach. Hertz Arena is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Estero Boulevard Beach and Bonita Springs Public Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at JetBlue Park at Fenway South 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

  • Sterling Ave Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Castle Beach - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Estero Boulevard Beach - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Lynn Hall Memorial Park - 14 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Bunche Beach - 29 min drive - 18.2 km

Getting around

  • Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Parrot Key Caribbean Grill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Junkanoo Below Deck - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Marina Cantina - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪MoJoe's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Beach Bar - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does 🐾 Pet Friendly, Heated Pool, Gorgeous Renovation, Walk to the sugar sand of FMB! have a pool?

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

How much does it cost to stay at 🐾 Pet Friendly, Heated Pool, Gorgeous Renovation, Walk to the sugar sand of FMB!?

As of 14 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 🐾 Pet Friendly, Heated Pool, Gorgeous Renovation, Walk to the sugar sand of FMB! on 4 Aug 2026 start from £150, 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.

Is 🐾 Pet Friendly, Heated Pool, Gorgeous Renovation, Walk to the sugar sand of FMB! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at 🐾 Pet Friendly, Heated Pool, Gorgeous Renovation, Walk to the sugar sand of FMB!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 🐾 Pet Friendly, Heated Pool, Gorgeous Renovation, Walk to the sugar sand of FMB!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 🐾 Pet Friendly, Heated Pool, Gorgeous Renovation, Walk to the sugar sand of FMB!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 🐾 Pet Friendly, Heated Pool, Gorgeous Renovation, Walk to the sugar sand of FMB! located?

Located in Mid Island, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Sterling Ave Beach and Estero Boulevard Beach. Castle Beach and Estero Bay Preserve State Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

8.0/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Perfect getaway

My wife and I loved this beautiful place to stay. Clean! And a very nice heated pool. A very short walk to the beach. Easy access to the beach. Close to Publix and many restaurants. We would totally stay here again!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Todd C.

Fishbowl

Great place, perfect location, very convenient to everything
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura L.

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

Great February trip

Great location with everything needed for a sunny and warm winter getaway!
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 May 2022
Thank you for the great response Laura! 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!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Molly M.

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

We loved the Fishbowl!

Our stay was wonderful. Great communication, very clean, all needs were met in the apartment and the swimming pool was wonderful. We especially loved how close the beach was to the property. We would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Mar 2021
Molly, Thank you for your response! Glad you enjoyed your stay! Come back soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sonya M.

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

Love the Fishbowl

We had a great week at the Fishbowl lower! Highly recommend and can’t wait to return!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Aug 2022
Thank you for the great response Sonya! We greatly 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!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

catherine d.

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

Perfect accommodations for a girl's getaway!

Had a great stay at the Fishbowl. Perfect size for the three of us. Close to the beach with all of the things needed to go there (cart, towels, chairs, cooler). Very clean unit with all that was needed to use the kitchen. Shared pool with upper unit which was perfect for our after beach happy hours. Loved it and plan to go back! Great customer service and flexibility with our late flight out as well. We loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Feb 2021
Catherine, Thank you for your feedback! It is very important to us. Hope your stay was enjoyable! Come back soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meghan R.

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

Perfect size and accomodations for our getaway!

Our family of 4 stayed in the lower portion. The size was exactly as expected, spacious and clean. The fridge was spotless and all the kitchen accessories were provided to prepare/store food. The pool was very warm and had some goggles and toys for the kids. There was also a collapsable wagon with chairs flr the short walk to the beach. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and as I write this, I am wishing I was back by that pool!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Feb 2021
Meghan, Thank you for your feedback! Come back soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Erin J.

Perfect family getaway

My family of four had a great time while staying in fishbowl lower during spring break. Fish Bowl is located a short 5 min walk to the beach and provides all of the beach gear you need to enjoy this part of the island's quieter stretch of beach. We also enjoyed the tranquil pool right outside our patio door. This is a duplex and so you will be sharing the pool with the upstairs renters. The unit was very clean upon arrival and offered all that we needed to enjoy 5 days and nights relaxing on the beach.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kiara T.

Fantastic Week in the Sun

I loved my stay at The Fishbowl Lower! Being in the middle of the island was great. I was able to access the attractions on both sides of the island by a short trolly ride that has a stop only a block from the house! The best part was the pool and grill out back. We were able to eat in almost every night and relax in the warm pool at any point during our stay. I also enjoyed being able to watch my favorite shows on the one rainy day we got by logging into my streaming accounts on the smart tvs!
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Catherine P.

Close to beach

Location is great. The kitchen could be better supplied….We loved having a pool just outside the sliding doors. We rarely saw upstairs people at the pool, probably because they have to walk down stairs, around the side of the house and thru the gate. This is a quiet area of the island which was perfect for us. We rode bikes more than driving b/c traffic could be very bad traveling North. The locals meet at sunset every night to blow conche shells. It was a great way to meet the locals.
Stayed 31 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 May 2022
Thank you for the great response Catherine! 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!
Verified

4/10 Poor

Matt W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Clean but lack of service/professionalism

The fish bowl lower was a newly renovated clean 2 bedroom. Great location. VRBO/CBVR advertised a full kitchen, but the range/oven died just past halfway through our stay and CBVR passed it off to an electrical contractor who told us we would have to contact the appliance manufacturer regarding the warranty. So we lost a full fridge of food, and didn't have a range/oven to use. Coastal Breeze never addressed. I would recommend elsewhere.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Apr 2024
Thank you for your response Matt. We apologize for the unforeseen issue with the range/oven. It is a brand new model and unfortunately had a manufacturer issue. We contacted warranty immediately upon discovery to get the first available service, and apologize that they could not get there sooner to resolve. Additionally, we were told by your party that it was no problem. The party also said they did not need the oven and planned to grill with the 2 available grills outside. We would have been happy to provide an alternative until check-out, but we did not hear from you after our initial inspection of the issue. Please know this issue has since been resolved. We apologize for the new oven that suddenly had a fault, and we worked towards a solution from the moment this was reported. Unfortunately, it was out of our control and had to await owner warranty for the solution. We hope you otherwise enjoyed your stay. Thank you.
Verified

4/10 Poor

Christopher K.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Check-in, communication

Property management was not good

When the door lock box would not work, I contacted Coastal Breeze Property and was first told that I was entering the wrong code (which I wasn’t). Then the following day when I had a problem again with the lock, I requested a maintenance person to come fix it, they never sent one. And on the third day, I called with the same problem, the girl I spoke with at Coastal Breeze told me to pull the door towards me when entering the code as a solution. I demanded a maintenance person come out and when he arrived, not only did he agree that the bold mechanism of the lock was catching in the door jam (which he had to remove) but that the reason the lock box wasn’t opening properly as well was because the batteries were almost completely dead. After all of this, at the very end of our stay, I contacted Coastal Breeze to ask for a late check out because our flights got delayed over 6hrs and their reply was that they could give me an hour for an additional $75. We checked out at 10am and spent the next few hours on the beach and when we came back well after 1pm, the cleaning crew hadn’t been there nor were there any new guests which were the reasons we were told we had to pay for one additional hour. I am aware when “peak” season is in FL and if there were guests needing to check in right after us, I also would understand BUT this wasn’t the case at all. We will not be recommending or renting with any properties managed by Coastal Breeze again!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 May 2022
Thank you for your response Chris. The lock is a digital lock that changes codes with each stay for guest security. We sent our maintenance out to resolve the issue. This is the first we have heard of this issue. The digital lock does not have a battery life sensor, so it is strange how you would know if it is "almost completely dead" or not. Our policy is 10 AM check-out. This is to ensure the property has enough time to be cleaned and prepared for the next guest. We offered a late check-out for a fee but you refused. We hope you otherwise enjoyed your stay and that you seek other accommodations in the future. Thank you.
Verified

8/10 Good

Rachel P.

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

Great stay

Stay was great the only issues were the dryer was broken and the pool after a few days was green.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jul 2021
Thank you for the great response Rachel! We appreciate your feedback and apologize for the inconvenience about the pool. Please know we have a pool specialist come weekly. We hope you otherwise enjoyed your stay. It was a pleasure to host and don't forget to come back soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia A.

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

Fort Myers Fun

Thanks for a wonderful stay. We loved the pool.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 3 May 2021
Glad you enjoyed your stay Cynthia. We appreciate the feedback. Come back soon!

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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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