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West End Paradise Starfish 1 - Quaint Hotel Style Room near the Beach

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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

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About the neighborhood

Sanibel

Seaside stay .Within a 15-minute walk of this West End cottage, you'll find Sanibel Island Southern Beach and J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge. Bowman's Beach and Sanibel Bayous are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Sanibel Bayous - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Sanibel Island Southern Beach - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Bowman's Beach - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Sanibel Island Lighthouse - 19 min drive - 9.9 miles

Getting around

  • Southwest Florida Intl. Airport (RSW) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jerry's Foods - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Phuzzy’s Boat Shack - ‬76 min drive
  • ‪Doc Ford’s Rum Bar & Grille - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Low Key Tiki - ‬76 min drive
  • ‪Sanibel Bean - ‬10 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.

West End Paradise Starfish 1 - Quaint Hotel Style Room near the Beach

Enjoy all that Sanibel Island has to offer at the West End Paradise. Our charming cottage style accommodations offer a serene and tropical setting with mature foliage, pond with birds and turtles and we're just a short walk to the private Tradewinds beach. Unit "Starfish 1" is a hotel style room with a king sized bed, microwave, mini-fridge and coffee maker. There is a full bathroom in the room as well.  Need more room? ... add unit "Turtle 2" for an additional bedroom with queen sized bed, full bathroom, living/dining areas, full kitchen and screened lanai. All of our units come with beach towels, access to the charcoal bbq grill, outdoor seating, high speed wireless internet, cable TV and air conditioning for those tropical Island summers. This unit is perfect for a couple wanting to enjoy a quick Island getaway.  Only one parking space per unit.

*Important Note: This rental does not include beach chairs or umbrellas. Instead, we’ve partnered with VayKLife to provide you with a credit toward beach essentials like chairs, umbrellas, coolers, wagons, and more—so you can pack light and still enjoy everything you need for a perfect day at the beach. While some of our homes may have beach gear on-site, availability varies, and we cannot guarantee specific items will be provided. With VayKLife, you get to choose exactly what you need, and they’ll deliver it right to your door for added convenience. Your booking confirmation includes a link to VayKLife’s site, where you can browse their full selection and easily redeem your credit. It’s just one of the ways we help make your stay as seamless and enjoyable as possible.

Sanibel Dwelling License #21108

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Food and drink

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

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Lanai

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 the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating 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)

General

  • Unit size: 400 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

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
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. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
1 bedroom accommodation in Sanibel Sanibel
1 bedroom accommodation in Sanibel Private vacation home
West End Paradise 1M Quaint Hotel Style Room Near the Beach
1 bedroom accommodation in Sanibel Private vacation home Sanibel
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Frequently asked questions

How close is West End Paradise Starfish 1 - Quaint Hotel Style Room near the Beach to the airport?

This cottage is 31.3 mi (49-min drive) away from the Southwest Florida Intl. Airport (RSW) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does West End Paradise Starfish 1 - Quaint Hotel Style Room near the Beach have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is West End Paradise Starfish 1 - Quaint Hotel Style Room near the Beach to the beach?

This cottage is a short 13-minute walk from Sanibel Island Southern Beach and 1.7 mi (4-min drive) from Bowman's Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does West End Paradise Starfish 1 - Quaint Hotel Style Room near the Beach offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at West End Paradise Starfish 1 - Quaint Hotel Style Room near the Beach?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at West End Paradise Starfish 1 - Quaint Hotel Style Room near the Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at West End Paradise Starfish 1 - Quaint Hotel Style Room near the Beach?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does West End Paradise Starfish 1 - Quaint Hotel Style Room near the Beach have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does West End Paradise Starfish 1 - Quaint Hotel Style Room near the Beach have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is West End Paradise Starfish 1 - Quaint Hotel Style Room near the Beach to downtown Sanibel?

This cottage is 7.4 mi away from Sanibel.

West End Paradise Starfish 1 - Quaint Hotel Style Room near the Beach Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 14 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

2.0/10

Amenities

2.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tracey K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just perfect for our stay on Sanibel. Exceptionally neat and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and a well stocked room. It’s small but then who goes to Sanibel Island to stay inside all day. There are two pullout drawers under the bed so space is maximized. I will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Brad S., Wixom, MI

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place with an awesome beach access!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Charles w.

Liked: Cleanliness
room was small but ok for the 2 people. Some confusion about kitchen supplies. Had plates and cups, a bit surprised at no coffee. Did find eating utensils after awhile.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Room was like listing. Clean and had everything need.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenna S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay at the west end paradise was amazing! the little cottages are in a quiet neighborhood street and its less than 10 min drive to the beach. The place has everything you need for a week stay, super clean and cute place!! absolutely recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Hilary D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice Island Rental on a Budget

Property was very clean. Great location close to Captiva and Sanibel. Bathroom was nice and clean. Only complaints: 1. Beach Parking Pass is ONLY for use on the property’s beach access. I wish this was more clearly stated on the room literature as we found this out the hard way! $150 parking ticket! 2. The bed is awful. Not very comfortable at all. That’s about it. The space is small, like a budget hotel room small. But we didn’t spend a lot of time there. Between the bed and one very uncomfortable chair there was no place in the room to get comfortable for me. 3. The bikes that are supplied are old and not in great working order ( The pedal kept falling off one of them! ) Sanibel/Captiva is a beautiful place. If you’re looking for a 5 Star Resort keep looking. (And there are lots of them on this Island but big $$$$) This is a nice hotel room on a beautiful beach for a reasonable price. I probably wouldn’t choose this again but we did have a great time!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

2/10 Terrible

Justine

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I booked this room for 3 nights but ended up leaving after 1. This is a very small room. The bed is horrible and sleep was impossible. Overall, the extremely small space could be uograded with a small investment (new bed, new window treatments) and you could than call it quaint but as it stands now my suggestion would be to save your money and keep looking.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Leah R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Getaway Cottage By the Sea

Lovely lovely cottage a short walk to a private beach. Beach gear in the closet (two chairs, an umbrella, and a cooler!). We rode the available bikes to the beach everyday- 3 minute bike ride! Nice lagoon in the back to watch the pretty birds. Room is quaint-just right for 2 people for a 3-day stay! We will for sure be back! (The bed is not comfortable but we made due!!!!) :-)
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nathalie K., Tampa FL USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing Weekend

Such a pretty place in a quiet neighborhood. Looking forward to coming back soon. Loved that bikes, beach items were there for us to use. But loved getting up and sitting on the dock looking at the pond with all it's wildlife in the morning. And the short walk to the private beach was just what the doctor ordered.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021