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

Cottage with lanai, near Sanibel Island Southern Beach

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Dates

October 2025

24

November 2025

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

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location

Very good

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2400 sq ft

Popular amenities

Parking available
Air conditioning
Dryer
Washer
Barbecue grill
Free WiFi

Explore the area

Sanibel, FL

Place, J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge
‪5 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.)
‪60 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Sanibel

Located in Tradewinds, this cottage is adjacent to J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge and a short stroll from Sanibel Island Southern Beach. The cottage includes a lanai, a refrigerator, and a microwave.

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What's nearby

J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
Sanibel Island Southern Beach - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
Bowman's Beach - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
Blind Pass Beach - 7 min drive - 3.6 miles
Captiva Beach - 13 min drive - 5.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

‪Doc Ford’s Rum Bar & Grille - ‬9 min drive
‪Rosalita’s Cantina Sanibel - ‬5 min drive
‪Cheeburger Cheeburger - ‬11 min drive
‪Sanibel Bean - ‬10 min drive
‪Sanibel Deli & Coffee Factory - ‬9 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

The cottage is air-conditioned and features a lanai and space to spread out with a separate bedroom. A TV comes with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

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Dryer
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Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

$284 nightly

Oct 27 - Oct 28

Total with taxes and fees

Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Laundry
Outdoor Space

$303 nightly

Oct 25 - Oct 26

Total with taxes and fees

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

Pets

This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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

Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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.
Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What can I see around this cottage?

This cottage is situated in Tradewinds, just steps from J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge. You'll also find Sanibel Island Southern Beach and Bowman's Beach within a short drive.

Is there parking available at this cottage?

No, there isn't parking at this cottage.

Is this cottage next to a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

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

No, there isn't a spa tub at this cottage.

Does this cottage provide breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this cottage allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage.

Does this cottage have connecting rooms?

No, this cottage doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Southwest Florida Intl. Airport (RSW), which is about 24.4 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at West End Paradise Starfish 1 - Quaint Hotel Style Room near the Beach?

Yes, every accommodation at West End Paradise Starfish 1 - Quaint Hotel Style Room near the Beach comes with a lanai.

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

8.4

Very Good

9.4/10

Cleanliness

2.0/10

Amenities

2.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Jenna S.

Sep 20, 2025

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.

Aug 21, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Mar 12, 2022

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

Dec 20, 2021

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.

Nov 23, 2021

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

Jun 10, 2021

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