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Front of McGregor Cottage
Full Kitchen
Kitchen
Patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Single Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

The Historic McGregor Cottage

Welcome to the McGregor Cottage, where you'll discover the historic charm of Fort Myers! Built in 1925, this cozy cottage is located just minutes from the famous Edison Ford Winter Estate, offering a glimpse into the lives of two of the greatest inventors of our time.

The cottage is fully equipped with a modern kitchen and a newly renovated bathroom with a walk-in shower and bench. Stay connected with complimentary wifi and catch up on work from the office desk in the bedroom. Complimentary bottles of water, snacks, coffee and toiletries!

In addition, the Fort Myers Country Club is less than 5 minutes away and is open to the public, offering endless opportunities for golf enthusiasts. After a long day on the greens, head back to the cottage kick back and relax and walk down the end of the street to Snell Park, a hidden gem to watch the sunset!

The McGregor Cottage is also located near many great restaurants, bars, and shopping destinations. You can explore the local area and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Fort Myers. Whether you're visiting for vacation, business, or family trips, the McGregor Cottage is the perfect place to stay.

As a courtesy to our guests - the McGregor Cottage does not charge cleaning or pet fee. Please note, we are a 30+ day rental and welcome multiple month stays.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

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 less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2621729vb
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 first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Fort Myers

Located in Fort Myers, this cottage is in the city centre. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sanibel Island Southern Beach and Calusa Nature Center and Planetarium, while Edison and Ford Winter Estates and Fort Myers Historical Museum are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at JetBlue Park at Fenway South or City of Palms Park. Looking to get your feet wet? Sailing and fishing adventures can be found near the property.
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Fort Myers, FL

What's nearby

  • Fowler Street Shopping Center - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Edison and Ford Winter Estates - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Thomas Edison Congregational Church - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Centennial Park - 5 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Fort Myers Country Club - 8 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪RaceTrac - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Uncle Rico’s Pizza - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Historic McGregor Cottage pet-friendly?

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

How much is parking at The Historic McGregor Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Historic McGregor Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Historic McGregor Cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Historic McGregor Cottage located?

Located in Valencia Terrace, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Boca Grande Railroad Depot Shopping Center and Fowler Street Shopping Center. Edison and Ford Winter Estates and Thomas Edison Congregational Church are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas H.

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

Nice and quaint cottage. I would not look anywhere else when coming to Ft. Myers

Great host and the cleanliness of the cottage was fantastic..
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 October 2022
Thanks TJ! It was a pleasure to have you stay as our guest. You’re a great guy! We appreciate you choosing the McGregor Cottage as your destination while doing insurance claims. The people of Southwest Florida appreciate your hard work and dedication to helping them during needing times. Take it easy and you’re welcome back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy K.

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

Nice cottage

Loved our little place. Great Ft. Myers neighborhood. Great hosts!
Stayed 59 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maribel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is a great property! Beautiful, safe neighborhood. The owner really goes out of the way to make your stay comfortable.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sonia W.

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

Amazing!!

Its was very cozy,comfy and in a great neighborhood,i love it and will be back again most definitely!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Morgan R.

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

Cleanest we’ve have ever stayed at!

Location was perfect! House had everything we needed down to toothpaste we forgot to pack. Also, the cleanest VRBO we have stayed at to date! We would have extended our trip if it wasn’t already booked!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 December 2022
Hi Morgan! It was a pleasure to host you while your home was being renovated. Thanks for the kind words, it means a lot. Best wishes!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

McWiliam C.

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

Great location

Nice place, easy to get to. Host thought of the little things. I felt welcome
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 March 2023
Thanks for staying!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Highly recommended

I stayed for a month and would absolutely rent again. Jeff was a great host and the location is perfect (great walking paths and very close to downtown Fort Myers).
Stayed 34 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 March 2023
Thanks Chris! I just saw the review and am flattered. I enjoyed having you at the cottage. Good luck with the new home!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gordon A.

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

This is a fantastic property with a great location! Jeffrey is a wonderful host / manager.

Check in and out was seamless. Jeffery went above and beyond! Definitely will be returning on future visits to the area.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 April 2023
Thank you for staying at the McGregor Cottage. It was a pleasure hosting you and I most certainly would love for you to stay again anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Todd H.

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

Nice cozy place

Nice little cottage, clean and comfortable. Jeff is very responsive and accomodating!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Karen S.

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

McGregor Cottage

Located near the downtown river district, this cottage is great for those looking for Ft Myers night life. 30 minutes from Ft Myers Beach. Perfect for singles or couples. Owner has stocked the cottage with essentials, and is accessible for any concerns. Would recommend a stay here.
Stayed 34 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia P.

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

Get away to visit friends

We really enjoyed this cottage. It was the right size for the two of us. Loved the AC units. Made sleeping very comfortable. The bed and pillows were very comfortable. Lots of space. The location was great for walking and exploring.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 March 2023
Thanks for staying! It was an absolute pleasure!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Todd H.

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

Nice cozy place

We stayed here for almost 2 months while we house hunted. It is small, but nice, clean and comfortable. The neighborhoold is beautiful and great for walking. Jeff was a very responsive host. Highly recommended.
Stayed 50 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jo E.

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

Visiting Baby Charlie

Couldn’t have asked for anything more, made our visit to my son & his family even better. I would definitely stay again, hoping McGregor Cottage is avail next time I come to Fort Myers. Thank you! (PS snacks were a nice touch, as were the toiletries, I forgot toothpaste🤦‍♀️)
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 November 2022
It was our pleasure to host you! You’re welcome back anytime and I’m so happy we could accommodate you while visiting your family! Best wishes and Happy Thanksgiving!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jack G.

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

So good I extended my stay

I was originally only staying until 10/28, but my house was still without power. So, I added on another 6 nights. See my previous review. It’s a great little place to stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 November 2022
Thank you Jack! It was a pleasure to have you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terry C.

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

Fort Meyers trip Spring Break

Loved the property and location. Wife wasn’t comfortable with only one lock and the key outdoor key location. Only improvements is that you need a nightstand and possibly add a shelf over the toilet to help with the small bathroom countertop.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 March 2023
Thanks Terry. I’ll make those improvements and certainly can understand the key situation, I appreciate the help and hopefully it will make the stay better for those moving forward. I appreciate you both staying!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caleb K.

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

Cottage in Great Neighborhood

Jeff (the host) was very responsive and friendly. He made sure to address any questions/concerns very promptly. The Cottage is small, but has everything you need and is in close proximity to all the shops and grocery stores you need. Is about 25-30 minutes to beach, but the proximity to Snell Park on the river is fantastic. The neighborhood features lovely homes and friendly people.
Stayed 30 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg S.

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

Best Neighborhood in Ft Myers

We called this cottage home for 2 months while our new home was being built. It was perfect for our needs. Jeff is an outstanding host. He quickly responded to any question or need. It has a good kitchen stocked with anything you might need to cook a meal. A comfortable bed with all necessary linens and towels provided. The cottage is located in the McGregor district, with the Edison and Ford Estates a short walk down McGregor Blvd.
Stayed 60 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Jan H.

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

Cute place but it had one issue

Can’t put my finger on it but there’s something either in the carpet or in the air that I couldn’t stop coughing most of my stay in this apt. Otherwise it was good, clean.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 May 2023
Thanks for staying with us! We use all the highest measures in cleaning the cottage and use cleaners in the carpet from stay to stay, it is used to prevent any odors. I appreciate your comment!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jack G.

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

This place was perfect for my needs!

I needed a place to stay while working on my house that was damaged by Hurricane Ian. This cottage was ideal for relaxing when I wasn’t on cleanup duty or for working remotely when I wasn’t on cleanup duty. The neighborhood is great and there were ample sidewalks for walking or riding my bike. It’s super convenient to all the nice restaurants in north Ft Myers. Jeff is a great guy to know, in general. As a host he’s super responsive. There were several improvements he made while I was there just because he saw that it would make things easier for me while I was there. I highly recommend the McGregor Cottage!
Stayed 18 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 November 2022
Thank you Jack! I loved meeting you and making a new friend while at it. Thanks again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Myra S.

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

Great location and charming cottage

We were very pleased with this property- probably one of the best we have rented. It was amazingly clean and well appointed. The location was great- right in the middle of a residential area of lovely historic homes. Good for walking and also easy to get to town or out of town. Within walking distance of the Edison estate and about a block from the river. Just lovely. The cottage is behind a larger home and very private. The bathroom was recently remodeled. It was a great size for us as a couple. Parking was off street which was nice. The host provided extensive information prior to our arrival which was useful. Make sure you follow his directions for locating the property as GPS was a bit confused. Hope to stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 March 2023
It was a pleasure to host you! Thanks so much for choosing the McGregor Cottage and I hope to have you stay again sometime soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Fantastic say and a great host!!!!

This property is absolutely beautiful!!!! It’s in “Old Fort Myers” and the neighborhood is gorgeous. It’s a cute 1 bedroom 1 bath with a nice sitting area and a full kitchen. Everything you need for a comfortable stay. Close to the downtown core and just a short drive down to Fort Myers Beach. I stayed for a month while I was working on a reno on my place just a short drive south. I would have stayed for the month of May but Jeff had it rented out for that time. Jeff is a great host, a great communicator and was very willing to accept a few deliveries I had come to the address. I would not hesitate to stay at this great little spot again and would recommend to anyone wanting a great spot to stay in the Fort Myers area. Definitely a 10 +
Stayed 29 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 May 2024
Thank you for the kind words Scott you were an absolute pleasure to have and I wish that I would’ve been able to rent to you for another month. That’s how wonderful you are! Thanks for sharing a beer with me. I’ll remember our conversation, if you ever need anything you know where to find me.

About the host

Hosted by Jeff Shafer

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I’m a owner operator of Tesla SWFL Luxury Rides - Teslaswfl.com

I want to provide a full service experience from the pickup at the airport to driving you back to the Mcgregor Cottage in a beautiful Tesla Model 3 complimentary with your stay.

Why they chose this property

It’s historic and close to many of the sights of the town.

What makes this property unique

A home experience away from home.

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