Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
Pickleball on-site
A rare find — enjoy pickleball without leaving the property.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Discover nearby landmarks
Walk to Bowman's Beach
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Barbecue grill
Balcony
Explore the area
Sanibel, FL
J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge
Place, J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge
2 min walk
Bowman's Beach
Place, Bowman's Beach
17 min walk
Sanibel Bayous
Place, Sanibel Bayous
1 min drive
Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.)
Airport, Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.)
60 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Single Bed
Bedroom 4
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Towels provided · Toilet
Bathroom 3
Outdoor shower
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
About this property
Surrounded by Nature - 28 Day Rental - completely renovated after Hurricane Ian.
The house has had a complete renovation (walls, ceilings, floors) post hurricane Ian, updated with new central heat and AC, indoor and outdoor showers, large screen Amazon Fire TV (with Prime and others included) and Wifi. The house has three bedrooms, two with queen size beds, one with a twin size bed and a loft with an additional two twin beds. The kitchen is well equipped for cooking. Very private back deck looking Ding Darling Wild Life Refuge. It is a fifteen minute walk or 2 minute drive to the closest beach, Bowmans Beach, cited as one of the 10 best beaches in the world. With all the amenities needed at a beach, they have a shower, bathrooms, play area and workout trail. The house is three miles from the Sanibel Recreation Center with lap pool, complete gym and classes. It is two miles to cross into Captiva. This side of Sanibel Island is quite and beautiful setting to relax and have fun and observe birds and nature. Beautiful scenery around the house with wild life and many birds. Since no upward lighting is allowed on Sanibel the night skies are blazing with stars. Boating opportunities are available on Sanibel and Captiva and only a short ride away from the house.
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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 fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Sanibel
Located in West End, a neighbourhood in Sanibel, this cottage is in a rural area and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bowman's Beach and Sanibel Island Southern Beach. Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation and Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby.
J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Bowman's Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Sanibel Bayous - 1 min drive - 1.7 km
Blind Pass Beach - 3 min drive - 3.7 km
Sanibel Island Southern Beach - 10 min drive - 11.4 km
Getting around
Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.) - 51 min drive
Restaurants
Jerry's Foods - 13 min drive
Doc Ford’s Rum Bar & Grille - 11 min drive
Phuzzy’s Boat Shack - 78 min drive
The Bubble Room - 13 min drive
American Legion Post 123 - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Surrounded by Nature - 28 Day Rental - completely renovated after Hurricane Ian. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Surrounded by Nature - 28 Day Rental - completely renovated after Hurricane Ian.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Surrounded by Nature - 28 Day Rental - completely renovated after Hurricane Ian.?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Surrounded by Nature - 28 Day Rental - completely renovated after Hurricane Ian.?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Surrounded by Nature - 28 Day Rental - completely renovated after Hurricane Ian. located?
Located in West End, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge and Bowman's Beach. Sanibel Island Southern Beach and Blind Pass Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).
About the host
Hosted by Virginia Mills/Chris Wood
Retired Vocational Expert/ PhD with 3 adult children and my wife. I have been traveling to Sanibel since 1985. I love the extraordinary natural beauty including beautiful beaches and wildlife and activities available, particularly biking, kayaking, and the recreation center with pool lap lanes, tennis, basketball and exercise classes. Dozens of restaurants in Sanibel and Captiva. Easy access to Ding Darling Refuge with viewing of hundreds of migratory birds.
Why they chose this property
Easy access to two terrific public beaches, one walking and biking distance half mile and the other about 2 miles from the property. Quiet serene setting where you can forget all of your usual concerns and thoroughly relax. The calming nature of Sanibel will make you want to return every year.
What makes this property unique
Quiet peaceful setting while looking in the back of the house Ding Daring Refuge comes right to our property line. Little to no light pollution , or upward lighting allowing us to view the spectacular stars and moon at night. Privet road.