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The Rosella-Great value on Sanibel! Walk to dining, shops and The Lighthouse-on Historic East End!

Sanibel cottage in East End area

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A family of four holding hands on a sandy beach with a clear sky and calm sea in the background.
A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a dresser, and a television.
A pathway surrounded by trees and plants.
A room with a sliding glass door leading to a patio, a white cabinet, a television on the wall, and a dining table with chairs.
A modern living room with a dining area, a kitchen, and large windows with a view of greenery.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Sanibel, FL
  • Place, Sanibel Sea School
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Sanibel Island Southern Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Sanibel Island Northern Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.)
    ‪46 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Sanibel

Seaside stay .You'll be steps from Sanibel Sea School and within a 10-minute walk of Sanibel Island Southern Beach with a stay at this East End cottage. Also, Sanibel Island Northern Beach is within half a mile (1 km) and Sanibel Island Lighthouse is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Sanibel Sea School - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Sanibel Island Southern Beach - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Sanibel Island Northern Beach - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Sanibel Island Lighthouse - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Sanibel and Captiva Island Visitor's Center - 1 min drive - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Southwest Florida Intl. Airport (RSW) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Jerry's Foods - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Yucatan Beach Stand - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Lah De Dah Beach Bar - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Mr. Waves Island Bar - ‬19 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.

The Rosella-Great value on Sanibel! Walk to dining, shops and The Lighthouse-on Historic East End!

The Parrot Nest is one of the Old-Sanibel cottages located on the quiet East End of the island. Since 1955, our charming cottages have been welcoming visitors and until the early 1960's they were brought to our shores from the mainland by ferryboat.
Our cottages are newly renovated in a coastal decor offering you epic comfort, relaxation in a beautiful room. We are within walking distance to the historic Sanibel Lighthouse and fishing pier, beautiful shelling beaches, shopping and restaurants.
If you like, use our complimentary bikes and explore miles of paths covering the island and leading to wildlife refuges, kayaking spots, secluded beaches, and meandering past more eateries, shops, and galleries. The Rosella cottage is a charming room with a king bed and new daybed ( twin ).

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Sailing 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Rosella-Great value on Sanibel! Walk to dining, shops and The Lighthouse-on Historic East End! to the airport?

This cottage is 25.3 mi (37-min drive) away from the Southwest Florida Intl. Airport (RSW) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Rosella-Great value on Sanibel! Walk to dining, shops and The Lighthouse-on Historic East End!?

As of Aug 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Rosella-Great value on Sanibel! Walk to dining, shops and The Lighthouse-on Historic East End! on Aug 28, 2026 start from $304, 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.

Does The Rosella-Great value on Sanibel! Walk to dining, shops and The Lighthouse-on Historic East End! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is The Rosella-Great value on Sanibel! Walk to dining, shops and The Lighthouse-on Historic East End! to the beach?

This cottage is a short 9-minute walk from Sanibel Island Southern Beach and 11-minute walk from Sanibel Island Northern Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Rosella-Great value on Sanibel! Walk to dining, shops and The Lighthouse-on Historic East End! offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Rosella-Great value on Sanibel! Walk to dining, shops and The Lighthouse-on Historic East End!?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at The Rosella-Great value on Sanibel! Walk to dining, shops and The Lighthouse-on Historic East End!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Rosella-Great value on Sanibel! Walk to dining, shops and The Lighthouse-on Historic East End!?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does The Rosella-Great value on Sanibel! Walk to dining, shops and The Lighthouse-on Historic East End! have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does The Rosella-Great value on Sanibel! Walk to dining, shops and The Lighthouse-on Historic East End! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is The Rosella-Great value on Sanibel! Walk to dining, shops and The Lighthouse-on Historic East End! to downtown Sanibel?

This cottage is 0.2 mi away from Sanibel.

The Rosella-Great value on Sanibel! Walk to dining, shops and The Lighthouse-on Historic East End! Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Richard H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
With the location near the beach and bikes to get there in minutes, that’s all you need to know!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So close to everything, and the perfect little spot for a vacation:)
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Dustin R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was nice being close to the restaurant and bagel shop. It was quite a haul to the beach, especially carrying gear. We left the suggestion to add more linens to the restroom, but other than that the place was very nice.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Helen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was wonderful, and we appreciated having the bikes as many of the restaurants were a good distance away. We enjoyed our stay and will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

amy b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
There were bikes available at no extra charge. We biked to breakfast, dinner, and the beach at the lighthouse. Amazing! Everything is so close (except the grocery store).
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rob G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fvorite laid back spot on Sanibel! Always a great experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gerardo A.

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

Short but wonderful beach stay

Nice and renewable cottage, with everything you need for a short vacation, close to the beach and lighthouse…
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Cute cozy place to stay for a couple of days to enjoy sanibel beach.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Karen V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well known Ice cream shop, restaurant and gift shop across street. 10 minute walk to bay. Close to lighthouse. All new inside with well maintained outside. Large sitting area. Nicely surprised knowing it is probably not new. Very willing to rebook.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Chloe M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Communication

Weekend stay

Overall stay was fine
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the very quiet, relaxed atmosphere and the room was in great condition.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tabitha K.

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

What a great place!

Everything you need. Lovely stay!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sherri K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful oasis on the east end of the beach. Comfortable with great amenities including free bicycles (there are miles of bike paths!) onsite laundry and beach chairs with umbrella. Nice bed and cozy inside cottage. It had everything we needed. Close to dining, shopping and coffee and ice cream shops! Lots of great restaurant choices. Would definitely recommend and hope to stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Larry H.

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

Birthday Trip

Great location,close to beaches and restaurants. Loved having the bikes to get around without having to drive. Nice having beach chairs provided.Really liked our room and private patio.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tiffany T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ideal location for us! It is walking/biking distance to great restaurants, ice cream, beach, and coffee shop (which we needed since B&B has a coffee maker but no coffee). Free bikes were our favorite perk. We had a few missing items we requested, and the host was attentive getting us two out of three—just missing tissues. Bathroom shower ceiling could use some handiwork, but overall the place is cozy and comfortable. It is in a busy public area on the grounds, but blinds were sufficient for privacy!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was close to the ocean
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dray W.

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

Close to beaches, loved the bikes

Happy to see places opening back up in Sanibel. Loved the free bikes.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Coral K.

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

Wonderful stay!

This is the perfect spot for two people. The hotel was ideally located next to a small shopping center with a restaurant, beach goods shop, and ice cream parlor...and just 5 minute walk from the beach! It was clean and well appointed. We had everything we needed for a long-weekend getaway. We'll definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Isabella

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I liked how everything is pretty closed by where I could ride my bike. Great eating places nearby. Everything is so pretty and clean and I loved it. Definitely would be coming back again next summer
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gail I.

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

Made a good choice!

Our cottage was bright and pretty! Perfect spot! We felt right at home. Very private and quiet! There’s bikes to ride, beach stuff, buckets for shelling! Great time to visit! We’ll be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vincent P.

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

sanibel.

awesome
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Joan S.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Tv didn't work and
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Kenneth S.

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

Rosella 1

Generally good but access and control of TV was difficult. Coffee maker did not work.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Late check in (4pm) and early check out (10am) was not good. Also, I needed to go back in after leaving, about 15 minutes before actual check out time and the code had already been changed.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Joy T.

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

Nice location

The property was a studio style space tucked away in an area close to the lighthouse beach end of the island. I enjoyed the space and especially having a bike. For the first few days I smelled an unpleasant water smell coming from the bathroom but the more I used the kitchen sink it seemed to dissipate. I could have used a bit more towels as they were not stored on site and kitchen tools as I planned on prepping about half the meals. Overall it was very quiet. It reminded me of an upscale campground. I could only hear my neighbors when they used the bathroom but I started shutting my interior bathroom door Incase they were up before me. The island is still very much in a build back state. Was sorry to see that most businesses are missing but hopefully over time there will be more to the area to explore. I didn’t have a need to communicate with the property manager while visiting but the notifications prior to the trip were very helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

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