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Waterfront Cottage! Kayaking, birdwatching, fishing in quiet bay access setting

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Beautiful canal views from the back yard
Property grounds
New dock for fishing, kayak launching, or just enjoying the view.
65” smart TV in the living room with Vizeo free TV or use your favorite apps
Comfy sectional in the living room.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedroomsSleeps 4112.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor barbecue

Explore the area

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Bonita Springs, FL
  • Place, Congo River Golf - Bonita Springs
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Saltleaf Golf Preserve
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Coconut Point Mall
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Waterfront Cottage! Kayaking, birdwatching, fishing in quiet bay access setting

Completely remodeled after hurricane Ian! Enjoy this tropical location overflowing with palm, fruit and flowering trees overlooking a bay access canal in a quiet Bonita Springs neighborhood. Large windows and a screened in porch are perfect for viewing this lush back yard.

Large backyard deck and canal front dock. This is a perfect location for kayaking up and down the canals or out to Estero Bay. View dolphins, manatees, turtles, fish and birds.

Inside you'll find a cozy space with an open living room, kitchen, and sunroom with lots of windows to brighten the space. Both bedrooms feature queen size beds with new memory foam mattresses. The bathroom has a step in shower for easy access.

**Please note that the mileage given by google in the "what's nearby" section is not accurate. For example the property is 11 miles to Bonita Beach, not 2 miles as the map says. I have submitted a request to google to correct this.**

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 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: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Leave the AC on 78.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Bonita Springs

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Estero Bay Shores, a neighbourhood in Bonita Springs. While the natural beauty of Barefoot Beach and Bonita Springs Public Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Key West Express. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Hertz Arena or JetBlue Park at Fenway South. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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Bonita Springs, FL

What's nearby

  • Congo River Golf - Bonita Springs - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Saltleaf Golf Preserve - 5 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Coconut Point Mall - 5 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Estero Bay Preserve State Park - 6 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Promenade at Bonita Bay - 7 min drive - 7.1 km

Getting around

  • Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪North Bonita Country Club - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cool Beans Hyatt Regency Coconut Point - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront Cottage! Kayaking, birdwatching, fishing in quiet bay access setting pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Waterfront Cottage! Kayaking, birdwatching, fishing in quiet bay access setting?

As of 1 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waterfront Cottage! Kayaking, birdwatching, fishing in quiet bay access setting on 20 July 2026 start from NZ$223, 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.

How much is parking at Waterfront Cottage! Kayaking, birdwatching, fishing in quiet bay access setting?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Cottage! Kayaking, birdwatching, fishing in quiet bay access setting?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Cottage! Kayaking, birdwatching, fishing in quiet bay access setting?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront Cottage! Kayaking, birdwatching, fishing in quiet bay access setting located?

Located in Estero Bay Shores, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Saltleaf Golf Preserve, Coconut Point Mall and Estero Bay Preserve State Park. Congo River Golf - Bonita Springs is 3.1 mi (4.9 km) away.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yes. The house was clean, organized and the decor was tastefully done.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great spot for our week stay. Plenty of opportunity to sit outside on the deck or screen porch. The area is very quiet at all times and felt quite safe. The kitchen is well equipped for any cooking we wanted to do and all the living areas are bright and comfortable. Nice chairs available for beach use. The host was very quick to respond to any questions we had. We'd definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

wayne s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was great, the host was very accommodating and the home had everything I needed and everything was just as advertised for better.
Stayed 75 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kimberly J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
this was a really cute little house. nice neighborhood. very quiet. there was a nice deck and a grill (i didn't use it, but it was there.) The shower had nice water pressure, would have liked if they supplied a hair dryer. Overall, very nice place. It could use a good dusting and a couple rugs would be nice. One thing that was confusing is that it said to make sure to take the kayaks out of the canal so barnacles don't grow on them. but there were no kayaks. I wish the listing said BYO Kayaks.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Mike S.

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

Relaxing stay in quiet neighbor

House was clean and comfortable
Stayed 31 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike B.

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

Comfortable and convenient

The neighborhood was very quiet out of traffic stream along the gulf coast yet convenient to places
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annette W.

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

Pleasant peaceful getaway

My husband and I escaped a wintery three weeks in lovely surroundings. Everything in the home looked brand new with comfortable beds and furnishings. My husband enjoyed biking around the neighborhood and kayaking from the dock. I highly recommend this property!
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judith B.

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

Amazing

This stay was amazing from beginning to end.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole H.

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

Wonderful stay

We really enjoyed the house and the surrounding area. The inside of the home was beautiful! Home was comfortable and spacious. We particularly enjoyed the screened patio and dock. We fished frequently, but the tide and winds were a little wierd so we only caught fish 2 days. When we caught fish it was with live shrimp. Owner communicated promptly. I would recommend this property to someone for a future stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori M.

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

Quiet, Refreshing Get-Away

This rental was on a peaceful channel in a beautiful safe neighborhood. The home was perfectly clean in every way and she supplied many extras. She was great to work with and the rental was exactly as pictured online. There were many great places to visit that made for fun day trips and many yummy places to eat. We especially loved visiting Fort Myers Beach and the Florida Everglades National Park. Thank you! I would definitely rent again!!
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sandy r.

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

Delightful!

Our stay was wonderful! The house was very clean and everything was new. The kitchen was well supplied with all we needed-top notch dishes and pans. Our favorite area was the backyard. We spent every evening outdoors on the deck enjoying the peaceful neighborhood and watching the moon and stars. The green fish light in the canal attracted many big fish every night that were fun to watch. We spent many afternoons on the deck and cooling off in the stock tank. There are so many nice beaches in the area to visit. Barefoot Beach was our favorite and also Delnor Wiggins. The half price happy hour restaurants on 5th Avenue in Naples were so much fun for an early dinner. There were lots of great walking trails nearby and there were always friendly neighbors out walking in the evening. The sunroom was perfect for breakfast and just enjoying the great view. We absolutely loved our 7 week vacation here!
Stayed 49 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annette B.

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

A Great Spot for a Family

This was a great spot for my family and I for our spring break trip. The host did an amazing job setting up the house for comfort and hospitality. It’s a modest place but will more than meet all your needs. The kitchen was extremely well stocked with cookware and other utensil so if you’re a cook and looking for a place that will adequately cater to having meals in the house then this is a great place. The only thing I didn’t realize when I booked it was that there isn’t an actual oven, rather just a large toaster oven. But we could still make pizzas in it and toast baguettes and bake cinnamon rolls and things like that. Some of the best memories from the trip were made in that kitchen. The family room was great and comfortable and the tv had all the amenities we needed to watch The Final Four and our favorite movies and entertainment. The “pool” in the backyard was so simple but we found it so relaxing to go sit by it after a full day at the beach and just unwind and chat about all the adventures of the day. At night, after the sun went down, it was great to go out and see the different fish swim by the green light in the channel and look out at the stars. The screened in porch was a great option for being outdoors, too, if we needed to take refuge from the outdoor elements. The beds were extremely comfortable and the rooms were decorated so cute and like I said, made us feel very at home. The bathroom is simple but will serve your needs without any problems. And getting in late at night from the airport was a bit of a worry but all that was for not b/c it was so easy to get into the house when we got there. It was a bit of a hike to get to get to our favorite beaches like Bonita and Barefoot but that didn’t bother us too much and it all worked out perfectly. We also mini golfed at Golf Safari which was an A+ and spent a wonderful day in downtown Naples, shopping and walking the beach and had a wonderful sushi dinner at Thai Sushi by KJ. All in all it was a wonderful place to stay and we all were sad when it was all over. I highly recommend this home and this host.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed my stayThanks Dawn
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

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

Loved it!

It was great! Loved the kitchen! Provided all kinds of extras for your home needs. Met some critter friends (iguanas) while there they were fun to watch. Great neighborhood to walk and watch the sunset.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher F.

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

Bonita springs

Great little house, fishing was good use live bait or artificial. Goliath grouper, snook tarpon. Close to barefoot beach.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Greg C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyed our stay in Bonita Springs!

Kingfish Cottage is in a central location, with short driving distance to nice beaches, many activities in Fort Myers and Naples, and numerous restaurants. Our only disappointment was the cleanliness of the floors. There were dozens of dead flies and bugs on the floor when we arrived. The property manager sent someone out to sweep them up while we were away, but the floor still could have used a thorough vacuuming and mopping. This left us with the impression it had been a while since the last rental, and the property was not inspected before our arrival. The rest of the place (kitchen counters, appliances, and bathroom) were clean. Despite this disappointment, we enjoyed our stay in Bonita Springs!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacey G.

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

Enjoyed our time

The location was convenient and the house was very comfortable. We enjoyed the deck the most!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

teresa c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

4/10 Poor

James K.

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

wayne s.

Stayed 31 nights in Jul 2025

About the host

Hosted by Dawn Huff

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My hobbies are traveling, fishing, walking on the beach, hiking, and vacation homes!

Why they chose this property

I fell in love with this quiet waterfront neighborhood with its tropical landscaping and canals that lead to Estero Bay. It's close to dining, shopping, and beaches but in a secluded setting. If you enjoy kayaking or skinny water boating and fishing, this home is perfect for you.

What makes this property unique

Drop your kayak or your fishing line in the canal right behind the house! This is a great area for kayaking. Paddle up and down the canals or head out to Estero Bay. You can see dolphins, manatees, fish, turtles, and lots of birds!

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