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Charming Duggers Tropical Village Cottage

Vacation home near Sanibel Island Southern Beach in Sanibel

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Beach
TV, DVD player
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, internet, bed sheets
TV, DVD player
An aerial view of a coastal residential area with houses, a tennis court, and a beach.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Sanibel, FL
  • Place, J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Sanibel Island Southern Beach
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Bowman's Beach
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.)
    ‪53 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Sanibel

Seaside stay .With a stay at this West End vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge and 2 miles (3 km) of Sanibel Island Southern Beach. Periwinkle Way and Gulfside City Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Sanibel Island Southern Beach - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Blind Pass Beach - 12 min drive - 8.3 miles
  • Bowman's Beach - 14 min drive - 6.7 miles
  • Sanibel Island Lighthouse - 15 min drive - 6.9 miles

Getting around

  • Southwest Florida Intl. Airport (RSW) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jerry's Foods - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Doc Ford’s Rum Bar & Grille - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Turtles Tiki Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Marketplace At Sundial - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪MudBugs Cajun Kitchen - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Charming Duggers Tropical Village Cottage

Relax among the tropical sights and sounds in this charming Duggers Tropical Village Cottage. Vaulted cross beam ceilings give this one bedroom beach bungalow a spacious open feeling. The comfortable living room features a flat screen TV, comfy striped sofa, a beautiful starfish patterned chair and two large window featuring topical views. Visit delicious local restaurants or create amazing meals in the fully equipped kitchen. The cute dining table provides seating for three. Get a great night’s sleep in the comfy master bedroom with queen sized bed and storage drawers underneath. The master bathroom features a walk in shower/tub combo and bright décor. The backyard has a shell crushed seating area where you can relax, read a book, enjoy your coffee or lunch.

World Famous West Gulf beaches are right across the street with your own private beach path. Jump on your bike and follow the bike path (located at the cottages entrance) around the islands. Kayak, bike, bird watch, view the abundant wildlife or go shopping then return to the privacy of your own beach cottage. Spend the day looking for shells then come back to your private beach home to relax the night away. Getting chairs back and forth is easy with the beach cart that is provided. Onsite washer and dryer, charcoal grill, Beach Chairs, Beach Towels and Umbrella provided. Duggers Cottage #2 is the perfect spot for a relaxing beach vacation!

**Ultra-blue Germ and Mold Killing Light in the air/heater system**
** One parking space per unit, additional parking at Kingfisher Vacations office if needed**
No pool access is available.

Kingfisher Vacations will only book reservations up to 51 weeks in advance.
All our properties have contact free check-in, no need to stop at the office (or a stop light none of those here)!

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Charcoal grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

235650

Frequently asked questions

How close is Charming Duggers Tropical Village Cottage to the airport?

This vacation home is 28.6 mi (44-min drive) away from the Southwest Florida Intl. Airport (RSW) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Charming Duggers Tropical Village Cottage have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Charming Duggers Tropical Village Cottage to the beach?

This vacation home is 0.8 mi (2-min drive) from Sanibel Island Southern Beach and 5.3 mi (11-min drive) from Bowman's Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Charming Duggers Tropical Village Cottage offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Charming Duggers Tropical Village Cottage?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Charming Duggers Tropical Village Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Charming Duggers Tropical Village Cottage?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Charming Duggers Tropical Village Cottage have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Charming Duggers Tropical Village Cottage have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Charming Duggers Tropical Village Cottage to downtown Sanibel?

This vacation home is 4.5 mi away from Sanibel.

Charming Duggers Tropical Village Cottage Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Archival

8/10 Good

warwick d.

Taste of old Florida

This small cottage across the street from the beach was clean and comfortable and had everything we needed. The wi fi worked great and it was relatively quiet when we stayed around the first week of November. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Wonderful modern Shower. Fully stocked kitchen equipment and utensils. Granite and marble counters. Restful beach colors. Location great, gulf beach right across the street. 25 miles of bike paths. Great vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Sharon W.

Wonderful!

We loved our stay! Our little cottage was private and beautiful. Shelling was definitely not what we were expecting as there was such a small pile compared to the photos we've seen over the years, so it was a bit disappointing for our first trip to Sanibel. The accommodations were perfect though! The cottage is immaculately maintained, the kitchen is well stocked, the bedding felt like a cloud and it was absolutely perfect for a couple. Thank you!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Archival

8/10 Good

Gaisma P.

Great place to stay!

I really enjoyed staying here. I gave it four stars because I was under the impression that this was going to be right on the beach versus walking a little ways, there was no laundry or dryer in the unit, and I found an old bar of soap with hair in the shower. We were also given the wrong lock code upon arrival. The customer service lady was helpful, it just took a little while to figure out that the code had actually changed. Beyond that, this place is really nice. It feels new, it's cozy, and my husband and I had a really good time celebrating our 1 year anniversary here.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Tammy D.

Quaint beach cottage at a quiet location. Relaxation time!

The setting and location of this cottage was perfect and just as shown online. This is how I picture old time 1950s Florida- pastel cottages and palm trees. Duggers Tropical village is a small property with seven cottages. It's a quiet and peaceful place unlike the large resorts and condos. The beach is an easy walk across the street. No need to drive or pay to park. I spent many hours swimming, sunning and searching for shells, so many shells! This area of the beach wasn't very crowded. Owners provided beach chairs, beach towels and umbrellas. So thankful for these and used them almost every day. It's good to relax, watch the surf go in and out. Also a good location for biking, being midway on island. A bike path in front on property made it easy to ride to either end and in between. JN Ding Darling Wildlife Preserve a few miles away. Lighthouse about 6 miles on a winding trail. The cottage was perfect for me, traveling solo. Efficient kitchen had plenty of dishes, pans, etc. and a corkscrew too! Glad to have a "real" refrigerator. Stretched my budget by preparing meals instead of eating out every day, but plenty of restaurants within driving or biking distance. Froze water bottles for beach and biking. The couch and sitting area was comfortable. Good to start day with cup of tea and relax at night with tv. Bedroom had plenty of storage, extra blankets, even iron and board. Loved the disco ball in bathroom. It would be fun if it worked. I also enjoyed the cute, beachy decor of the cottage. Glad I chose this cottage for my first visit to Sanibel. I was sad to leave and head back to New York. Thanks for a great vacation! Tammy D from Buffalo, New York
Stayed 7 nights in May 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colin K.

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

Perfect spot for an island getaway

Excellent place to stay. Quick access to the beach (short walk across the street and down a nice path) and bike path. Easy bike ride to the main drag with restaurants, stores, etc. House had everything we needed, including beach chairs, umbrella, and beach cart. The only complaint is that the washer and dryer are in a separate building and are coin operated, this wasn't entirely clear in the listing.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patty M.

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

Cute place with everything we needed!

Just loved this nicely decorated cottage that had everything we needed! Comfortable bed. Great shower. Bike path practically right outside the door. Beach is right across the street!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul H.

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

Cute cottage a second from the beach!

Very nice place. Sanibel is lovely.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessie F.

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

JustUs

It was a short walk to the beach and a comfortable cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Old school Florida charm! Very quiet area even during Easter week - perfect for a socially distant vacation for two. Well stocked kitchen, comfortable bed and large new TV (although instructions for working the 3 remotes would be helpful. Beach cart was great for short walk across street to the beautiful beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andre B.

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

Love the place!

NA
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl W.

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

Great find!

I honestly was a little nervous about this when I rented it, but trusted the reviews and they were right. It is a GEM! The cottage was so clean and cozy and in a great location. We loaded up the little beach cart daily after breakfast and off across the street we went to the quiet, peaceful beach. The cottage was very well stocked with movies, books, and games. The bed was very comfortable. If you want total relaxation and peacefulness...this is the spot! Hope to go back soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monica L.

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

COMING BACK NEXT YEAR

This is our second year visiting Sanibel and our first time staying at Duggers Tropical Village. Our cottage number 2 was perfect for our week long stay. The home was well furnished with everything we needed. The kitchen accommodations made it easy to prepare meals. The bed was very comfortable and there were several different pillow options. The bathroom is nicely remodeled. The wagon and beach chairs worked beautifully. The location was perfect. We had a short walk to the beach and a less than 2 mile walk to the "city". The whole area was clean and quiet. The description online was exactly what we experienced, and the communication with the property manager was very positive. We plan to book again for next year.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fenton K.

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

Awesome

This was our second time staying at Duggar’s 2. The updated shower was great, everything we needed was there and in great shape. Spent everyday at the beach😎🐬🏖
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Walter F.

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

Very good location

The cottage worked very well for the two of us. We rented bikes for the week and were able to get to Ding Darling Refuge, the Bailey tract, Bailey's general store. Doc Fords, Over Easy, and other restaurants. The things we needed for the beach were provided and the short walk to the beach was right across from the cottage. Very good property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Crissie M.

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

Cottage is so cute. Perfect beachy colors. Great location. Short walk to beach.

Rental experience was very easy. They checked on us during the week to make sure we didn’t need anything.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael K.

Wonderful cottage

The cottage is beautiful. Bed was very comfortablen; kitchen fully equipped. Beach wonderful, of course. Only reason for 4 stars instead of 5 was a terrible no-see-em infestation while we were there. Got a million really bad bites. Insect repellant barely helped.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

A comfortable cottage close to the ocean. Ideal for 2.

Well located and nicely furnished and decorated. Very well equipped with everything that could be needed. Beach chairs and beach towels particularly appreciated. Overall a nice relaxing stay with no problems.
Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M.

Just what was advertised

Duggers #2 was a perfect cottage for what we were looking for. It had a rustic charm that is not easily found in Sanibel and was impeccably clean and tidy when we arrived. The little colony of 7 cottages was quiet and peaceful and remarkably friendly. It's a mix of owner occupied and rental units. We took full advantage of its proximity to the beach and were able to stroll across the road for sunrises and sunsets in addition to spending some glorious afternoons under the beach umbrella thoughtfully provided. We rented bicycles and pretty much were car-free throughout the week as Ding Darling and the Shell Museum and Tarpon Bay Explorers and food stores are all close by. We lacked for nothing in the cottage itself. The bed was comfortable, the bathroom clean and modern with an excellent shower, the kitchen is a study in efficiency, and the decor is whimsical and tasteful. We were blessed with ideal weather during our week. I would definitely recommend Dugger #2 to people who appreciate the simple charm of a low-key and unfussy vacation accommodation.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Pete Y.

Great Sanibel Cottage

We were delighted with this fine little cottage and its old Florida charm (have already rebooked for next year). The kitchen had everything we needed, and the large, flat-screen TV was an unexpected plus, although we were unable to change channels with the remote (an instruction sheet would be helpful). The white, open ceiling and exposed rafters provided an enhanced sense of space and, along with the living area and bedroom ceiling fans, helped keep us comfortably cool throughout our stay (we never used the air conditioner). We also appreciated the nice beach chairs and umbrella, as well as the easy access to both beach and bike path. A great and quiet little “village” in an equally great and quiet part of the island. Our sole disappointment was the deeply soiled, off-white bedroom carpet, which appeared beyond cleaning and spoiled the effect of an otherwise clean and bright interior. Replacing this with tile, as in the rest of the space, would be a most welcome improvement.
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane K.

So cute!!!

We spent two wonderful weeks in this cute cottage. The decor was very well done and we had everything we needed. My husband loved the huge TV and all the variety of options to watch in the evenings after seeing the most beautiful sunsets every night. The beach was across the street and we spent everyday there collecting awesome shells, watching for dolphins and just plain relaxing! This definitely will be a place we want to return to and make more great memories. We loved it❤
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen S.

Nice Vacation

My wife, Alicia an I enjoyed staying in your cottage. It was very relaxing after we came in from the beach or just touring the island.I would recommend to anyone who wants to visit the island to contact you for their stay. The other guest who stayed in the area were friendly and helpful. We appreciate you letting us stay in your cottage for the week. We will spread the word to our friends about your place. It was well worth it.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Liz C.

Felt like home.

The cabin was so charming and comfortable that we didn't want to leave!
Archival

8/10 Good

Jennifer T.

Tropical Escape at Dugger #2

My husband and I escaped the New England frozen winter for a week in Sanibel. We have been vacationing in Sanibel for 13 years. This cozy stand alone cottage had much to offer. Located more center of the island which we enjoy. It was very clean. Very nicely decorated. Comfortable furniture and bed. The disco ball in the bathroom was a nice touch. Kitchen had everything we needed. We loved the decorated tea/coffee cups. The owners are thoughtful enough to supply games, puzzles, movies and a few books. Beach access is across the street, and the cottage came with a great cart to carry the umbrella, chairs, shell combing tools that were supplied. Great thoughtfulness went into setting up this cottage for travelers wanting to enjoy Sanibel. To be noted, the washer and dryer are coin operated in a near by out building. We hope to return again to Duggers Tropical Village in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2017
Archival

8/10 Good

Meryle M.

Well equipped, great location, great value

We have enjoyed our stay at Duggars #2! The rental agent, Kingfisher, provided us with great information on what to bring and starter supplies. Thanks! Plenty of towels, linen, beach supplies, grill, etc. Our one bedroom cottage was recently set up as a rental and it is very well equipped. The kitchen is small but great, full of cooking supplies and plenty of dishes, etc. my husband missed having a toaster or toaster oven but we managed by using the broiler for our breakfast toast. Bed is very comfortable and lots of storage in the bedroom. Living area also very comfortable. The place was quite clean - kitchen was spotless - but the white carpeting had stains (we may have added a few with drops of spilled coffee) and the painted-over tiles in the bath never looked good. This cottage could be improved by replacing the white carpet and the old bath tiles with new tiles. But then the rental price might take a jump as well. Location on West Gulf Drive is in the quieter area of Sanibel, which is a plus for us, but still just a short walk to the beach and an easy bike ride to the Ding Darling preserve and other sights. Overall, we'd highly recommend this cottage for a lovely Sanibel vacation.