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🐾 Pet Friendly, Heated Pool, Gorgeous Renovation, Walk to the sugar sand of FMB!

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Exterior
Pool
Living area
Private kitchen
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Fort Myers Beach, FL
  • Place, Sterling Ave Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Castle Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Estero Boulevard Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds

Common Space

2 Double Sofa Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower ¡ Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower ¡ Toilet

Master Bathroom Ensuite

Bathtub or shower ¡ Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

🐾 Pet Friendly, Heated Pool, Gorgeous Renovation, Walk to the sugar sand of FMB!

The Fishbowl Manor is a beautifully renovated 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom complex perfect for extended family or multiple families traveling together. The Manor consists of 2 apartments in the same building sleeping a total of 16 people!

The Upper apartment is a beautifully renovated 3 bedroom (1 king, 1 queen and 2 bunk beds) sleeping 8 people in beds and has a sofa sleeper in the living room to sleep two more. It has 2 bathrooms and is located on the 2nd floor.

The Lower apartment has 2 bedrooms (1 queen, 2 twin beds) sleeping 4 in beds and has a sofa sleeper in the living room. It has 1 bathroom and is located on the 1st floor.

The Manor is perfect for family and friends traveling together but wanting their own private space to relax. Booking both apartments together at one time will save you money over booking each independently, and you'll have the certainty of all units being reserved at one time.

Located in the serene Mid-Island area of Fort Myers Beach and nestled in a tranquil neighborhood just a short walk between two beach access points, this peaceful retreat offers the perfect blend of relaxation and convenience. A nearby trolley stop provides easy access to the lively downtown area, home to the iconic Times Square, local restaurants, shops, and vibrant entertainment.

When booking The Manor, guests enjoy a private heated pool and other amenities including a grill, washer and dryer. We also provide hotel-quality linens—professionally laundered for every stay—as well as beach essentials like towels, chairs, an umbrella, and a beach cart. Lastly, a spacious lanai offers a peaceful place to unwind.

Nearby, there are many water activities including fishing charters and snorkeling to parasailing and jet ski rentals. Plus, the close cities of Fort Myers, Bonita Springs, and Naples offer a wealth of shopping, dining, and sightseeing opportunities, and the Southwest Florida International Airport in Fort Myers is just a short drive away making for easy access to the island.

Come visit and make The Fishbowl Manor your next perfect beach getaway!

Sorry no spring break groups allowed except families.

Dog friendly restrictions and fees apply. Dogs are permitted up to 25 lbs and non-aggressive breeds only with pet fee paid in advance. Limit of two. Fee applies.

STR # 21-0402/21-0401

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Following your booking you will receive a Vacation Rental Agreement that requires your electronic signature and occupancy completion.
You must be 25 years of age to book this property and are required to provide proof with valid driver's license or other ID.
Only dogs 25 lbs or less allowed; no other pets. We have the right to cancel your reservation with no penalties for failure to meet House Rules.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

Frequently asked questions

Does 🐾 Pet Friendly, Heated Pool, Gorgeous Renovation, Walk to the sugar sand of FMB! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at 🐾 Pet Friendly, Heated Pool, Gorgeous Renovation, Walk to the sugar sand of FMB!?

As of 7 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 🐾 Pet Friendly, Heated Pool, Gorgeous Renovation, Walk to the sugar sand of FMB! on 2 May 2026 start from NZ$728, 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.

Is 🐾 Pet Friendly, Heated Pool, Gorgeous Renovation, Walk to the sugar sand of FMB! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at 🐾 Pet Friendly, Heated Pool, Gorgeous Renovation, Walk to the sugar sand of FMB!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 🐾 Pet Friendly, Heated Pool, Gorgeous Renovation, Walk to the sugar sand of FMB!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 🐾 Pet Friendly, Heated Pool, Gorgeous Renovation, Walk to the sugar sand of FMB!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 🐾 Pet Friendly, Heated Pool, Gorgeous Renovation, Walk to the sugar sand of FMB! located?

Located in Mid Island, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Sterling Ave Beach and Estero Boulevard Beach. Castle Beach and Estero Bay Preserve State Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ann G.

Great time

The location was right across the street from the beach so took my dog for a walk every morning and night The sunsets were beautiful The kids love to swim in the pool every afternoon it was a life saver Had a great time
Verified

8/10 Good

Lindsay G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a great stay, the only mishap we had was no heat in the pool for 2 full days , they did come Out and fix it. It was nice and warm for the kid to swim after that. The walk to the beach was maybe three minutes which was great. They had everything in the kitchen you would possibly need which was awesome. I would stay here again !
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 January 2026
Thank you so much for your response Lindsay. We greatly appreciate your feedback. We sincerely apologize for the mishap with the pool heat and we are so grateful to hear you enjoyed the stay and thank you for the kind notes. Don't forget to come back soon! We look forward to hosting you in the future!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kelly P.

Great stay at the Fishbowl!

We had a great stay at the Fishbowl Manor! The layout and location of the home was wonderful. We appreciated all the extra towels and beach gear! The kids enjoyed spending lots of time in the pool! Would definitely stay here again!'
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cory B.

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

Awesome House!

The Fishbowl was the perfect place for our family vacation. Very short walk to the beach access and the pool area was perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 August 2022
Thank you for the great response Cory! We greatly appreciate your feedback and are glad to hear you enjoyed your stay. It was a pleasure to host and don't forget to come back soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H.

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

Family bacation

Our entire group had a great time. The property was perfect for us. A short walk to the ocean and a fantastic heated pool!!The devastation around Fort Myers Beach was heart breaking. Praying for rebuilding and reopening for those impacted.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 January 2025
Thank you so much for your response Melissa. We greatly appreciate your feedback. We are so happy to hear you enjoyed the stay and thank you for the kind notes. Don't forget to come back soon! We look forward to hosting you in the future! Thank you.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea W.

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

Impressed with house

We rented the whole house. Very nice place to stay. Easy walk to beach. Pool was nice.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 July 2022
Thank you for the great response Andrea! We greatly appreciate your feedback and are glad to hear you enjoyed your stay. It was a pleasure to host and don't forget to come back soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne W.

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

Great Location- Great Space

We loved the Fishbowl!! The condos had everything we needed for our stay. The company was very responsive to all our quest during our stay and we would definitely stay again!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 July 2022
Thank you for the great response Jeanne! We greatly appreciate your feedback and are glad to hear you enjoyed your stay. It was a pleasure to host and don't forget to come back soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trisha R.

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

Christmas at the beach.

Clean, convenient to grocery stores & restaurants & shops. Short walk to the beach. Great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 8 January 2022
Thank you for the great response Trisha! We appreciate your feedback and are glad to hear you enjoyed your stay. It was a pleasure to host and don't forget to come back soon!
Verified

8/10 Good

William O.

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

Enjoyed Our Stay

We were a little worried when we first arrived, as the outside of the property was pretty rough. We were pleasantly surprised once we got inside as the inside of the property was clean and updated.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 July 2022
Thank you for the great response William! We greatly appreciate your feedback and are glad to hear you enjoyed your stay. Please know we are in talks with the owner on updating the exterior.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda T.

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

Wonderful Home Away From Home

This house was amazing. It had everything we needed for a week’s stay with our family. House was beautiful, pool was very clean, and just a small walk across the street to the beach! Communication with the rental company was very prompt and friendly. I would 💯 recommend this house to any family.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 June 2024
Thank you so much for your response Amanda. We greatly appreciate your feedback. Happy to hear you enjoyed the stay and thank you for the kind notes about our staff. Don't forget to come back soon! We look forward to hosting you in the future. Thank you!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Stacie B.

5 Stars

Fish Bowl Manor was terrific! Our family stayed 14 days and loved the house. It had plenty of room for our large family. The apartment downstairs was perfect also. We all enjoyed the pool and the walk to the beach was only about 2 minutes. 1 minute on a bike. We had a few issues with the air and a TV but they were very quick to resolve them. We would love to stay again. The Brackett Family
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia T.

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

FT Myers Thanksgiving

Group of 11 stayed for Thanksgiving week. House was exactly as advertised. Property managers were very responsive to all questions and or requests. beach was a short walk from the house. Pool was heated. Everything was excellent
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 December 2024
Thank you so much for your response Julia. We greatly appreciate your feedback. We are so happy to hear you enjoyed the stay and thank you for the kind notes. Don't forget to come back soon! We look forward to hosting you in the future! Thank you.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christin S.

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

Perfect place for family

We come down to enjoy a week at FMB every year to spend time with family. I am so glad we found The FishBowl! It was extremely clean, spacious and welcoming for our family. Our kids enjoyed the pool & such a short walk to the beach. We are already talking about booking again, next year! Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 28 November 2021
Thank you for the great response Christin! We appreciate your feedback and are glad to hear you enjoyed your stay. It was a pleasure to host and don't forget to come back soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah T.

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

Close to the beach!

A great place for several families to gather close to the beach. The rental was as we expected it and the communication with the owner was very prompt. We really enjoyed the beach extras like chairs, umbrellas, and wagons to make it much easier to bring kids all days. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 3 June 2021
Thank you for the kind response Sarah. We are glad to hear you enjoyed your stay! It was a pleasure to host and we hope to see you back here again soon.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra M.

Family beach vacation

My sister and I brought our whole families, along with our dad. There was plenty of room and fun for everyone! The small details were great and not missed. The pool area was perfect. We highly recommend and would definitely consider in the future! Thank you
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

5 stars!

Great remodel, perfect for a group of two families! Beach is right across the street! Unfortunately, it is located in the middle of the island, therefore traffic was the only issue getting off the bridge! Very responsive and great communication throughout our stay.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Brittany N.

Amazing Time

The house was very clean, spacious and stocked appropriately. Early check in was allowed for a fee. I would definitely recommend this rental property. The rental company always responded promptly.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ciro E.

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

Excellent beach vacation

Great experience with Coastal Breeze Vacation Rentals during our stay in Fort Myers Beach. Starting with the staff itself, they were great every time we needed something or had any questions. Their responses were fast and efficient. Moving on to their property “The Fishbowl”, it was a perfect spot. Location is unbeatable just across the street from beautiful and peaceful beach. The property is not lacking any space for big groups, and has everything you Wed to enjoy your beach vacation. Publix is less than 1/2 mile for getting groceries as well.Overall it was awesome. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 May 2025
Thank you so much for your response Ciro. We greatly appreciate your feedback. We are so happy to hear you enjoyed the stay and thank you for the kind notes. Don't forget to come back soon! We look forward to hosting you in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily S.

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

Family time at The Fishbowl

We rented both units, there was 14 of us. Everyone had plenty of space for hanging out, sleeping, eating. Three minute walk to beach was perfect. Pool area was nice and private. Everything you could need for cooking was provided. Just wish they left extra toilet paper, lol.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 November 2021
Thank you for the great response Emily! We appreciate your feedback and are glad to hear you enjoyed your stay. It was a pleasure to host and don't forget to come back soon!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Gretchen B.

Lots of space

The house was clean and well equipped. They have wagons and chairs etc for the beach. Its a short, easy walk to the beach. The house has plenty of room and beds for a big group. My only “negative” was that the pool never gets any sun. Its shaded all day long. Other than that the place is great!
Verified

8/10 Good

Gretchen B.

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

Nice home

We enjoyed the property. Lots of space. It was clean. Beach is a short walk. My only disappointment was that there’s never any sun at the pool. Its basically shaded all day. So, we just spent more time at the beach! Just would’ve used the pool more had there been sun. Just so other potential renters are aware.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 8 January 2022
Thank you for the great response Gretchen! We appreciate your feedback and are glad to hear you enjoyed your stay. It was a pleasure to host and don't forget to come back soon!
Verified

8/10 Good

Genevieve L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Multi family vacation

It was good, I would have preferred that the two units connected inside along with outside. Also the lower level bathtub did not drain very well and we could see hair in the drain causing the clogging. The unit as a whole could use more plastic drink wear for outside use.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 August 2022
Thank you for your response Genevieve. We appreciate your feedback and are glad to hear you enjoyed your stay. We will send the plumbers to clear the drain and add more plastic drink wear. Please know we would have been happy to solve these issues during your stay if we were notified. It was a pleasure to host. Thank you.
Verified

8/10 Good

Melissa S.

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Check-in

Family Vacation 2025

When we first entered the home, it was very pretty, well furnished, beachy, but it was a lot smaller than the pictures showed. The trash cans were full and the flys were bad but as soon as I spoke to maintenence they dropped off two new, unused trash cans. Be aware that this home in a two unit home with a separate lock box for each unit. The first unit with two bedrooms on the bottom and the second unit has 3 bedrooms on the top. With that being said, when we showed up to check-in the key for the upstairs was not there. The cleaning ladies showed up a half hour after we arrived and they had the key. They were unaware that the home was key was in the
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jane t.

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

Exceeded our expectations

Our multi-generation family stayed for the week and this house has everything you would ever need. The beach is maybe a 3-4 min walk across the street, entering at public access 15. Neighborhood beach goers mainly. The house was laid out nicely w a screened porch out front which was well used. Quiet mornings w coffee and sunset sky’s at night. Linens were plentiful. Washer/dryer upstairs and down, which was super convenient. Kitchens were well stocked. Property provided a beach wagon which we really appreciated since we traveled w 6 grandchildren. The only inconvenient issue is the refrigerator door swings the wrong way in the upstairs kitchen. It made it very challenging to access. I highly recommend this property, we would stay again for sure. The pool was a nice treat and was enjoyed by all as well
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2022
Thank you for the great response Jane! We greatly appreciate your feedback and are glad to hear you enjoyed your stay. It was a pleasure to host and don't forget to come back soon!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Loren P.

Great space!

The house is very spacious and well set up for a large group. The 2 apartments do not connect on the inside and the upstairs apartment is much larger and was our main eating/ cooking space. We had 2 families sharing the house, and it was nice to have some separation when needed. The pool is relatively small and felt very small with just 5 kids and 3 adults in it! Important to know if traveling with many older kids/ teenagers. The beach was a 2 minute walk across the street- and the house came with 2 wagons, chairs, an umbrella to take to the beach. The kitchen upstairs was well stocked, not so much with the downstairs kitchen. We cooked in several times and had what we needed to do so! Unfortunately the house was not clean enough when we arrived. The managing company was responsive and sent a cleaning crew back out the next day but it was disappointing to arrive and feel like we needed to run the vacuum and mop the floors when we got there. Communication with the managing comapny was decent but a maintenance person showed up unexpected, and the cleaning crew showed up without warning. Small details, but always nice to know when to expect strangers to show up to the house you're staying in! Overall I would stay here again- it was a great week and a very nice house right by the beach!

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Hosted by Coastal Breeze Vacation Rentals

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Welcome to Coastal Breeze Vacation Rentals! Experience the best of coastal living with our collection of premier vacation properties in Fort Myers Beach, FL and other coastal locations. Our vacation rentals are beautifully furnished, superbly maintained, and impeccably clean so you can enjoy a five-star hotel concierge experience with all the comforts of home. We a professionally run, locally owned and operated, to meet your every need and deliver a vacation beyond your expectations!

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