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~Gulf Front Classic~ Old Florida Feel!

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6131.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor barbecue

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Guest Bedroom

1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Master

Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

~Gulf Front Classic~ Old Florida Feel!

Welcome to "Castaway Cottage". Where you can experience the stunning beauty of the Gulf of Mexico with this private beach retreat. Enjoy breathtaking sunsets and panoramic ocean views while strolling along pristine, white sandy beaches.

This oceanfront two-bedroom, two-bathroom home is conveniently located near Publix. This home located on the ocean's edge is a perfect spot where you, your loved ones, and your friends can cherish moments together, creating unforgettable memories that will last a lifetime. Discover this magical place and experience the joy of togetherness like never before!

The bedrooms are located on the second floor. The master bedroom has a king size bed and the guest bedroom has a queen and a full size bed.

The home is elevated so there are stairs.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Ocean view

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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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Maximum Occupancy is Strictly Enforced
Must follow all town rules and regulations
Must be at least 25 years of age to rent

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 and a deadlock

About the area

Fort Myers Beach

Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Mid Island, a neighbourhood in Fort Myers Beach. Hertz Arena is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Estero Boulevard Beach and Bonita Springs Public Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Lee Health Sports Complex or JetBlue Park at Fenway South. Jet skiing, kayaking and parasailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby.
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Fort Myers Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Sterling Ave Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Estero Boulevard Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Castle Beach - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Lynn Hall Memorial Park - 8 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Key West Express - 10 min drive - 7.1 km

Getting around

  • Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Parrot Key Caribbean Grill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Junkanoo Below Deck - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Marina Cantina - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Beach Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪MoJoe's - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is ~Gulf Front Classic~ Old Florida Feel! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at ~Gulf Front Classic~ Old Florida Feel!?

As of 22 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at ~Gulf Front Classic~ Old Florida Feel! on 20 May 2026 start from NZ$482, 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 ~Gulf Front Classic~ Old Florida Feel!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at ~Gulf Front Classic~ Old Florida Feel!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ~Gulf Front Classic~ Old Florida Feel!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is ~Gulf Front Classic~ Old Florida Feel! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Mid Island holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Sterling Ave Beach and Estero Boulevard Beach. Castle Beach and Estero Bay Preserve State Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

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

8.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Krystal

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The beach was right in your backyard and great. Breathtaking views
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mike e.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The old Florida feel was spot on. We had a dolphin show from the deck each morning.The house had everything we needed for our week stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 November 2025
Hello Mike, Thank you so much for the kind words about LeeAnn's Paradise Vacation Rentals. We hope to host you again in the future. Michelle, LeeAnn's Paradise Vacation Rentals
Verified

8/10 Good

Randy F.

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

Needed Break!

This was a much needed break from life's march.Perfect place to be, right on the ocean front. Steps from the water..Would definitely come again!!
Stayed 10 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property was clean, newly renovated, right on the beach, quiet location. I’d definitely go back.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cory M.

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

Great stay

The property managers were very responsive and helpful when we had a last minute change to our plans. The property was as advertised. A little dated but clean and beds were comfortable. One shower is a drawback but knew that going in. Overall it was a great experience and the location of the property right on the beach was great. The views and ability to walk back and forth from the beach with small children made for a great stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter O.

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

Perfect location and amazing beach

We stayed for 6 days wanting the beach front experience. It was exactly what we were looking for, clean beach, tons of sea shells to be found on the beach. During our stay there were three mornings where we watched dolphins swimming within 12 feet of the beach. Three different sea turtles made nests on the beach while we were there and we were able to see the tracks from the turtles on the beach. The water was warm and great for swimming. The pictures are accurate to what the house is like, the parking area and patio are very nice. We had a great time on this vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 May 2024
We were delighted to have Peter's family stay with us at the Gulfside Retreat. Nothing makes us happier than knowing that you guys had a great time, made great memories, and enjoyed your time on Fort Myers Beach. We appreciate you and would love to see you in the future!
Verified

6/10 Okay

PAM M.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Outdated with a great view

We enjoyed our stay but was disappointed in old decor and dirty counter tops. The only shower in entire house is off from kitchen and looked like it came from a camper. Bathrooms and downstairs is very outdated. Outside furniture was very dirty as well. I wiped things off/down my first hour of our stay. We paid heavty fees (cleaning) for it not to be cleaned thoroughly. I sent pictures to manager and she offered to clean again but at this point after a long day of travel you want to be left alone. She did not offer a refund or check on us the remainder of our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 March 2024
Prior to her stay, Pam visited the recently listed home that had undergone a deep cleaning process. On the day of Pam's arrival, I conducted a personal inspection of the property and ensured that she was checked in before the scheduled time. However, within an hour of her arrival, she forwarded me a photograph containing three Clorox wipes with some dust particles. Upon explaining that I had personally inspected the property, Pam claimed that we had overlooked the cleaning of the outdoor areas and countertops. I promptly offered to address any issues that may have been overlooked by visiting the property immediately, at check-in time. However, Pam stated that she had already addressed the issues within the hour. In my professional opinion, it was evident that Pam was seeking a refund.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Dee N.

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

Disappointed

The area is still recovering from the last major hurricane so very little is open close by. Publix was open which was a blessing. This place is definitely old florida and for the most part was clean and comfortable. My dissatisfaction was with the dishes not always clean, some stuff in those cabinets looked liked they haven't been touched in years! Dishwasher was full of rust. Only 1 very small corner shower in the downstairs bathroom. Bathtub upstairs was an old jetted tub that was very questionable so that was not an option. Both bedrooms are upstairs with bathroom in the hall. Not a big deal but people need to know. Insect traps throughout the house, which might be normal for this area. The path out back to walk to the beach was still covered in debris and had to use the neighbors path to walk to beach. The view to the beach from the house was very pretty and there were lounge chairs and deck chairs available to use, so that was nice.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 31 August 2024
We appreciate your feedback. We have since sent this to the owner of the home. We plan to work closely with the owner to upgrade the house as necessary.
Verified

8/10 Good

Sara F.

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

Great location on Ft Myers Beach

The property is currently beach front due to the hurricane that devastated FMB...but there are buildings closer to the beach on both sides, so you will not get a panoramic view of the beach.It's a good spot because it is not as busy as further north by all of the big hotels, so the beach is less hectic. It'd definitely what I was looking for with my kids, being able to come and go from house to beach freely. I'm super glad they did the updates in the kitchen and bathroom, ie new countertops and cabinets. If they get rid of the "window treatment" on the windows (scarves), it will update the place a good 15 years It would be good for the owner to take those simple updates into account. Less is better often times. It was clean, minus the sand and stains on the sofa. Management brought me a good broom so I could keep the sand under control each night. It would be nice to have a vacuum on hand, as well, and a few extra garbage bags (as opposed to just the ones in the trash can currently). The lawn chairs and hose below deck were great to have. There is an overabundance of scratched up "nonstick" pots and pans and cheap plastic cooking utensils that are not heat resistant. Owner needs to get rid of all of that and just buy a few stainless steel pots, pans, and utensils. This beach house is good for location and beach, owner needs to do simple easy updates/cleaning/decluttering. It would be great for them to update on the status of beach restoration.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

cheryl s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was very helpful and responded quickly with check-in questions.
Great Way to Start the Day!!
So many shells this trip!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 February 2026
Guest was great, and we'd love to host their stay in the future.

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