Place, J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge
5 min walk
JN 'Ding' Darling National Wildlife Refuge
Place, JN 'Ding' Darling National Wildlife Refuge
11 min walk
Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum
Place, Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum
2 min drive
Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.)
Airport, Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.)
47 min drive
Room options
About the neighborhood
Sanibel
Located in West End within a short walk of J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge, this vacation home is within a mile (2 km) of Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a refrigerator.
J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
JN 'Ding' Darling National Wildlife Refuge - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
Sanibel Island Southern Beach - 6 min drive - 3.2 miles
Getting around
Southwest Florida Intl. Airport (RSW) - 45 min drive
Restaurants
Jerry's Foods - 7 min drive
Doc Ford’s Rum Bar & Grille - 5 min drive
Rosalita’s Cantina Sanibel - 7 min walk
Cheeburger Cheeburger - 6 min drive
Sanibel Bean - 6 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.
Mango House - A Sanibel Gem! Nov 19 - Dec 16, 2025 Available!
Check out the Mango House video to see more photos of Mango House!
Mango House underwent extensive interior and exterior renovations after Hurricane Ian and was not damaged by Hurricanes Helene or Milton. Please check out the Mango House calendar for specific dates and thank you for your interest in Mango House! **Important Note: Although VRBO states that pets are welcome at VRBO properties through their current national marketing, that is not the case for Mango House. We do not allow pets at Mango House. We apologize to those that this impacts. - Jay and Laura Cerny**
Mango House is a well-appointed modern 2BR 2BA stilt house duplex with an open floor plan, located on its own private lake. The view East from the front of the house is into a protected wildlife refuge owned by the Sanibel/Captiva Conservation Foundation (SCCF). The view West from the backyard screened-in lanai is across our beautiful lake into another protected wildlife refuge owned by the 'Ding' Darling Wildlife Sanctuary. Sunsets viewed from the Mango House lanai are absolutely breathtaking.
The spacious Mango House master bedroom has a king-sized bed, private bathroom and a private balcony. The Mango House guest bedroom has a queen-sized bed, separate bathroom and a private balcony. Both bed mattresses were replaced new in 2023. With a large desk area, the guest bedroom can also double as an office. Both bedrooms are light and airy, with plenty of window space and sliding glass doors leading to each balcony.
Mango House is configured with a large living area where the kitchen, dining room, and living room are all open to each other - with four sliding glass doors that access the large Mango House Lanai.
The Mango House Beach is unspoiled and secluded. Only private homes have access to our beach - No condominiums or resorts - so it is never crowded. The sand is clean and pure. The shelling is spectacular! Share the beach with osprey, pelicans, herons, egrets, sandpipers, dolphins, sea turtles and more...
Leave all of your beach gear and bikes behind (!) as Mango House comes with all the beach and recreation equipment (chairs, umbrellas, coolers, shovels, pails, mask/fins/snorkels, noodles, tennis rackets, frisbees, etc....) as well as several aluminum beach cruiser bicycles. Bikes have baskets, helmets and locks. There is also a bicycle trailer. We also provide numerous books (a full library with over 350 titles in three bookcases), numerous puzzles, games, and 80+ DVD's to help you enjoy your stay. Another "essential" is our outdoor Hot/Cold shower (under the backyard lanai).
Mango House is centrally located to island shopping and restaurants with easy access to bike paths that cover the entire island. Our secluded beach with private access is 1/2 mile away. The Ding Darling Wildlife Sanctuary entrance is even closer. Both the San-Cap Conservation Foundation and Sanibel Recreation Center are less than 1 mile away.
Mango House has Xfinity high-speed Wireless Internet. Email your friends or conduct business wireless from anywhere you wish - including the Mango House Lanai! We also have a large flat screen panel TV in the living room with a DVD player. This is compatible with streaming services such as Netflix, Hulu, Prime Video, HBO Max, ESPN, Disney, etc...
Mango house sits atop a huge garage with ample room for car storage. We have several coconut palms, numerous saw palms, and a mature mango tree (that survived Hurricane Ian!). Help yourself!
Note: Another (longer) 5 minute 58 second Mango House video is located on the YouTube website. If you wish to view it, go to the YouTube website and search using the keywords 'mango house sanibel' (in that order)
Mango House will truly be a memorable experience.....
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The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board. Housekeeping is available on request.
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Note from host: Smoking is Not Allowed in Mango House or on Lanai
Services and conveniences
Housekeeping (on request)
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a zoo
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the sea
On a lake
On a river
On the waterfront
Things to do
Bicycles
Boat
Golf
Kayak
Tennis
Water sports equipment
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Parasailing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Bicycles
Garden
Housekeeping (on request)
Unit size: 1,279 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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
This property doesn't allow pets
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
But having friends over for dinner, etc. is fine
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is Not Allowed in Mango House or on Lanai
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
Note from host: But having friends over for dinner, etc. is fine
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Check-in: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Note from host: But having friends over for dinner, etc. is fine
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.
Property is also known as
Mango House A Rare Gem on Sanibel Island
Mango House Nov 2020 Now Available! A Rare Sanibel Gem
Mango House Nov Jan Listed at 10% Off! A Rare Sanibel Gem
Mango House Nov Dec 2021 Now Available! A Rare Sanibel Gem
Mango House Nov Dec 2021 Listed at 10% Off! A Rare Sanibel Gem
Frequently asked questions
What's there to do close to this vacation home?
This vacation home is situated in West End within a short 7-minute walk of J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge. You'll also find Sanibel Island Southern Beach and Periwinkle Way within a short drive.
Will I be able to park at this vacation home?
Yes, there is a garage.
Is this vacation home next to a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.
Is Mango House - A Sanibel Gem! Nov 19 - Dec 16, 2025 Available! a good place to stay for couples?
Amenities that appeal to couples at this lakeside vacation home include a kitchen and a smart TV along with tennis.
Are there hot tubs at Mango House - A Sanibel Gem! Nov 19 - Dec 16, 2025 Available!?
No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.
Does this vacation home include breakfast service?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?
No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?
No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.
How far is the airport from this vacation home?
The closest major airport to this vacation home is Southwest Florida Intl. Airport (RSW), which is 29.3 mi away (45 minutes by car).
Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Mango House - A Sanibel Gem! Nov 19 - Dec 16, 2025 Available!?
Yes, every accommodation at Mango House - A Sanibel Gem! Nov 19 - Dec 16, 2025 Available! comes with a balcony.