Dolphin House : pool home on the Gulf of Mexico : walk to the beach

Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Combined shower/tub, hair dryer, towels, soap

About this house rental

Situated in Bonita Springs, this attractive house for $476 per night is a great option for your next trip. Dolphin House is located on Little Hickory Island, surrounded by the Gulf of Mexico and halfway between Naples and Fort Myers. Private residences only are permitted in this section of the beach, and the lack of crowding testifies to this. The beach is 150 feet west of the front door and is teeming with ocean life, especially in summer. May through August is turtle nesting season, with tracks and nests dotting the shoreline. Shelling and bird watching is excellent here also with heron, egret, eagle, osprey, pelican and gull all present. The gas heated, screen enclosed saltwater pool provides a private place to relax after enjoying the beach, where the gulf water temperature in summer is 87 degrees Fahrenheit. Dolphin House is ideally located for a morning walk on the beach or taking in the evening sunsets. Dolphin House is shown on the right side of the street just at the end of the video presentation of Bonita Beach in the photo section. Area attractions: Many activities are available in the local area, including parasailing and jet skiing available at the beach one half mile away. Paddle board and kayak tours are available within 2 miles of Dolphin House, and pontoon boat rental is available also. Corkscrew Swamp, an 11,000 acre preserve run by the Audubon Society is a 45 minute drive east. Alligator, birds, fish and snakes are observable in their natural environment from a 2.5 mile boardwalk through the swamp. The Jay Ding Darling Wildlife refuge is 25 minutes north up the beach on Sanibel Island and offers excellent views of migratory water bird life. Naples is 15 minutes south by car with numerous restaurants, museums, a fishing pier and shops. Ft Myers is 20 minutes north up the coast and also has a fishing pier. The Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) is a 25 minute drive from Dolphin House. House details: Dolphin House has been completely remodeled and updated in 2023. Everything is brand new, spacious and comfortable. Convenience is afforded by the fact that everything is on one level. Two bedrooms in the house have glass doors facing out to the pool area. All glass in the house is hurricane rated, so this provides for a quiet interior as well as enhanced privacy. The shower in the master bath is a walk-in, and the second bathroom has a full bathtub/shower. The A/C system is new, cool and quiet. We have two televisions, a large screen in the family room and a second set in the master bedroom. All new furnishings including furniture, bedding, appliances, linens and kitchenware. For convenience, there is an attached two car garage with automatic door opener. Beach is accessed by a two minute walk across the street. We can accommodate 4 adults and 2 children in beds. Beach details: Bonita Beach has been included in the top 10 beaches in America, and is well-suited to swimming. Sloping gently for miles into the Gulf of Mexico, the sandy bottom is comfortable and the gulf wave action is generally mild. Pelicans, terns, osprey, frigate, heron and other sea birds can be seen at the beach along with dolphin and sea turtles. Sunsets over the water are beautiful and panoramic. Bonita Beach streches for six miles along the Gulf of Mexico and is only 150 feet from the front door of Dolphin House. This area of the beach is residential and uncrowded, allowing for the ideal beach experience. Beach access #3 is located two houses north of us and makes it possible to walk to the beach in less than two minutes. Shelling is a popular activity on Bonita Beach as many beautiful specimens can be found in the clean sand. Waterfront restaurants within a one mile radius include Coconut Jacks, Docs Beach House and The Fish House. Enzos is a fine Italian dining local tradition on Bonita Beach Road located 3 miles away.

Amenities

Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Dishwasher
TV
Garden

Map of Bonita Springs, FL

Reviews

4.8/5.0
Outstanding(87 Reviews)
10.0
Feb 2024
The house was clean and very nice. It has a modern, open feel. The host was very responsive to any questions. The pool was very nice and heated. The beach access is an easy walk across the street and down two houses.
10.0
Jan 2024
My husband and I went with dear friends and had a great time in this lovely remodeled home!! Right across the street you can enjoy a beautiful sunset. We took the beach chairs,(provided)and a cocktail to the beach to enjoy! There is both a Keurig and drip coffee maker provided. Beds were comfy and the A/C functioned well and was quiet! The leather reclining couches were great! We ate at Coconut Jacks as recommended and we liked it. The only downside was the pool wasn’t as clean as it could have been( issue with the pool guy) A few things of note. There isn’t a grill as yet. Also bicycles were listed but there were none. Tim and Connie were very easy to reach, when needed! We wouldn’t hesitate to return. Thanks!!
5.0
Oct 2022
We booked dolphin house for a beach vacation with my wife our two kids as well as two friends. The house has an incredible location and was perfect for our group. Unfortunately hurricane Ian interrupted our stay but the owners were very accommodating and communicative while we navigated evacuation orders. The moment dolphin house is back on the rental market we would love to book it and go back!
5.0
Sep 2022
We stayed here last August and were very happy that the house was available this month. We brought family this year and they loved it. They are retired and travel alot and said it was the best stocked kitchen they had ever seen. The pool is great and house was very clean. Comfortable beds, lots of towels and chairs for the beach. We loved it and hope to be able to stay again!
5.0
Sep 2022
Really enjoyed this last week at the beach. This house has everything that we needed and more. Plenty of space for the four of us and so convenient to the beach across the street. There’s a cart, umbrella, and beach chairs to use and even beach towels. The pool was especially nice when we returned from the beach. The house was updated with all modern conveniences in kitchen and baths. Couldn’t be happier! We plan to stay again!
5.0
Aug 2022
House was exceptional! Clean/high quality/everything you need. Great location. Short / easy walk to the beach. Not crowded. Pool is great - bigger than it looks in the picture. We were very happy with our stay and would love to stay at Dolphin House again.
5.0
Aug 2022
Very nice home with a pool. Beach access is across the street. Very nice restaurant’s are close by. Definitely on our list for next year.
5.0
Jul 2022
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Our visit was just wonderful. The house was very comfortable, the pool was refreshing and the beach was beautiful.

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Bonita Springs?

The average price for a rental in Bonita Springs is $259 per night. This rental is $217 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Dolphin House : pool home on the Gulf of Mexico : walk to the beach. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Dolphin House : pool home on the Gulf of Mexico : walk to the beach. Enjoy the water!

Is Dolphin House : pool home on the Gulf of Mexico : walk to the beach pet friendly?

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What amenities are available at Dolphin House : pool home on the Gulf of Mexico : walk to the beach?

We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.

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