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Hideout just out of Sanibel & Ft Myers Beach traffic Private heated pool

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My favorite place. Smart TV. Heated pool. Relax
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New furniture in the living room. The foldout couch is gone.
Nighttime at the pool
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 688 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Fort Myers, FL
  • HealthPark Hospital
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Key West Express
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Bunche Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1 off Master bedroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2 off pool area

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Hideout just out of Sanibel & Ft Myers Beach traffic Private heated pool

11332A Summerwinds Ct, Ft Myers FL 33908 Grandma and Grampa's private oasis. My Uncle Dean Hendryx picked this duplex 3/4 of the way down Summerwinds Court(11332A) cul de sac because it's close to Ft Myers Beach(4.3 miles) and Sanibel Island(9 miles). San Carlos Boulevard and Summerlin Road intersection are just a few blocks away. The pool is open with a new screen room.-See the 2025 walkthru video.
https://youtu.be/X2o7TAeF1_c?si=lLzB82qR6o2jcwj5

This comes with Dish TV and great WIFI. But you're not stuck in bumper to bumper beach/bridge traffic. You can head a couple miles to the beach or head to shopping, golf, and inland attractions. Go ride the airboats. Deep sea fish. You can fly in and ride the trolley to the beach for 75 cents. The walk to the trolley behind Walmart is a pretty good hike. Maybe 6 blocks? Walk to the ice cream shop or breakfast restaurants. When we inherited the property Dean had shown my family all the possibilities for Spring training Boston Red Sox and Minnesota Twins baseball, biking, wildlife watching, shelling, boating, golfing, airboat rides, seafood restaurants and that head bobbing Reggae music. The new Margaritaville is 4 miles down and huge. We boated to islands and shelled where few people go. A deep sea boat called "The Getaway" took us on a relaxing deep sea fishing trip. And if you're a little wild, take the "Key West Express" on a fast ride to Key West for a day or two. Baseball spring training games with the Boston Red Sox and Minnesota Twins. Check out the restaurants on the way to Sanibel.
When you're done come back to Summerwinds Hideaway. Cookout. Hang by the pool with the party lights and big tv. The neighborhood out front is "typical Florida". It's NOT a gated community. Excellent breakfast a few blocks away. There is a fence, trees and shed that provide some privacy
The kitchen is well stocked with everything you need. A large living room with 2 couches all new. The master bedroom has it's own bathroom, tub and shower. The second bedroom has a new queen bed. The second bathroom by the pool has a nice shower. There's a washer, dryer and freezer in the utility room. This place works for a small family or maybe two couples. No pets are allowed. Bring charcoal and lighter fluid for the Weber grill.
If you are looking for an affordable place to venture out from, Summerwinds Hideaway may be just right for you! Only 25% of rent plus fees to reserve . Reserve your dates now!

Property manager

Gary W Skillestad Sr Owner/Manager
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Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 9:00 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
Screen area around pool would be ruined
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
A 25% deposit is required plus VRBO fee within 7 days by credit card to reserve the Duplex A.
The remaining balance is due 15 days before your arrival date. In the case of cancellation, deposits will be returned(less $50 handling fee)...
If you need to cancel and your booking is outside the policy I will only refund if I am able to rebook your same dates.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Fort Myers

Located in Iona, a neighbourhood in Fort Myers, this holiday home is next to a golf course and by the sea. Edison Mall and Coconut Point Mall are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Sanibel Island Southern Beach and Bonita Springs Public Beach. Hertz Arena and Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Fort Myers, FL

What's nearby

  • HealthPark Hospital - 6 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Key West Express - 7 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Bunche Beach - 8 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Florida Southwestern State College - 10 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Sanibel Harbour - 10 min drive - 11.8 km

Getting around

  • Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Love Boat Ice Cream - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪El Sabor De Pueblo - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪China Wok - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Hideout just out of Sanibel & Ft Myers Beach traffic Private heated pool have a pool?

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

Is Hideout just out of Sanibel & Ft Myers Beach traffic Private heated pool pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Hideout just out of Sanibel & Ft Myers Beach traffic Private heated pool ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hideout just out of Sanibel & Ft Myers Beach traffic Private heated pool ?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Hideout just out of Sanibel & Ft Myers Beach traffic Private heated pool located?

Located in Iona, this golf holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf, Beach Bowl and Jungle Golf Ft. Myers. Estero Bay Preserve State Park is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) away.

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 104 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 104 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 104 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 104 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 104 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert K.

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

2025 Vacation

Property was very clean and family friendly. Pool was clean and perfect for a family vacation. Booking process was extremely simple and instructions to enter and leave property were very easy to follow. A huge thank you from the whole family to the owners on a perfect vacation without hassles!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

JOANET V.

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

Nice place to stay ….

It needs remodeling, but it's a quiet and comfortable place. The only thing I find a little more expensive is the cleaning fee, and we have to wash our towels before leaving. I think that's part of the fee; every time I've stayed at different beach rentals, it's included. I would return later when they finish remodeling.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret W.

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

Daughter and I

The propert was all that we could want. Clean, convenient to beaches and shops. Would definitely stay here again. Host of very accommodating to our needs
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

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

Great Spring Training Trip

Had a great time staying with family for Spring Training. House was clean. Had a good amount of towels for the pool which was warm and awesome. Cooked breakfast every morning with provided pans. Kitchen was well stocked. Quick communication with the owner, easy check in. Would definitely stay here again. Q
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abigail W.

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

The pool was amazing!

Overall nice place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Billie G.

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

Great stay

This was a cute little duplex. The owners have been remodeling and there were a few things not finished but nothing that prevented us from enjoying the property and the heated pool. Communication was good with the owner. The only “draw back” for us was that this was a duplex which I didn’t realize when we rented and the owner lives next door.. It was a tiny bit awkward feeling but the people were super nice! I would probably stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

cecilia s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Nice Stay

Easy process
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maxine S.

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

Enjoyable stay!!

As advertised could use updating. We use the pool area a lot, nice to have tv and music. Would stay again! Loved the area.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

BARBARA O.

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

Mini vaca

This place is quaint. Nice outdoor pool clean . Neighborhood is quiet. I will differently stay again .
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine S.

Awesome

Thank you to Gary and family for the great stay. Kids loved the pool and we will definitely return on our next vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Adam H.

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

Adam

We found this listing very accommodating, clean and close to the islands.
Stayed 73 nights in Nov 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Rodney K., Franklin, GA USA

Dated but well maintained

We stay here frequently. Well maintained property.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Beka L.

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

Sweet

If the walls could talk, I think they'd share happy memories of a sweet family. I felt the owners of this property were inviting us into their family's special vacation home for us to make our memories there too.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam H.

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

Adam

Very convenient place to stay and we are well pleased
Stayed 21 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric D.

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

Summerwinds are Blowin In

This is a great house. Heated pool was a hit with plenty of AC inside. Strategically located near Ft. Myers Beach and Sanibel Island. Will book this place again the next time I’m in the area! Try El Sabor De Puebla (past Love Boat Ice Cream (also Fantastic) but on the left hand side). Not only is it 110% Authentic, it’s 110% Delicious.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marsha S., DeWitt, Iowa

Thanks Gary - Another great stay !!!

This was our second stay at the hideout and it felt like coming home. We enjoy the quiet neighborhood and the close proximity to the beach and shopping. Thanks again to Gary for another great stay. Sincerely, Todd and Marsha
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Adam H.

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

Adam

We really liked the house and it was in a very convenient location .
Stayed 34 nights in May 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Rodney K., Franklin, GA USA

It's dated but well worth the price.

We will be back. The pool was very relaxing and everything was in working order.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017

8/10 Good

Veronica A.

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

Perfect little drive to the beach

Overall, it was great, older kids loved the pool! Location is perfect to get away from the downtown traffic, but close enough to the beach, plenty of stores near the house. Bedrooms are outdated, but this did not bother us that much. Lots of ants inside the house! by the entryway and around the sink. Have to wash your dishes immediately or sink will be swarmed with ants.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

nicole j., Plainfield, Il. USA

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

Awesome property

We stayed at this property for a short girls weekend and it was perfect. The pool and lanai area has a tv, Bluetooth speaker and mini fridge and there is a door that leads directly into the bathroom. We ended up doing very little sightseeing because we enjoyed lounging in the pool so much!! There is a Publix and Wal Mart very close and it’s 3 miles to the beach. We would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amy E.

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

Great spot for a family!

We had a wonderful stay at this house! The pool area was awesome, with lots of floaties and toys for the kids. It was so nice to have a table outside to eat al fresco in the beautiful FL weather as well. There were plenty of towels and blankets, which was great. It was a 15-30 minute drive to the beach, depending on traffic, so that wasn’t bad. Gary was great to work with and worked with us to have an early arrival and late departure, which made the trip so much more relaxing. All in all, I would definitely recommend this house to either families or couples!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021

8/10 Good

Pamela R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

House nice size. Great lani and pool area.Gary great to work with.

Feel the property needs some renovations ie. sliding back door is extremely hard to open, front door and entrance need some work, curtains to lani at door keep falling off.,
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Christy M.

Good value, great location

The home is older and in need of some updates, but was great for my family who was gone most of the day at a baseball tournament. The pool was a HIT with my kids - night swimming was their favorite after a hot day at the ball parks. The air conditioner had some issues, and one of the showers didn't work. But the owner, even though out of town, had the AC repair man there within the hour. Very easy to deal with and reachable. House is 3 miles from the beach, and in a great location - close to everything the area has to offer. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2017

8/10 Good

Melissa F.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Sufficient and priced right

The best thing about staying here is the pool and the neighborhood. for the price I can't really complain. Gary was very responsive to some initial issues we had, but then when we had a problem with the AC there wasn't great communication, although the problem was fixed. The locks on the entry doors and the garage door opener(?) did not work properly. It's not a super fancy place but we enjoyed staying there. Possibly slightly haunted....
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael A.

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

Perfect spring vacation spot

This has been one of our best vacation. We would have stayed longer if we could. Maybe next time. The location was really perfect for us. 10 minutes drive to the beaches. All day parking costs $20 and there is plenty of beach space. It also close to the main roads so you can easily travel around. The house is perfect for a small family with two bedrooms. It is well equipped. Has everything you may need including beach chairs and umbrella, hats, fishing pols and so forth. However, the most important part was the covered patio and the private pool. This was the first time we rented a house with a pool and it was the best part or the house. We ate outside and swam in the mornings and evenings. We would definitely rent this house again if we have a chance.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

About the host

Hosted by Gary W Skillestad Sr Owner/Manager

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Gary W Skillestad is part owner/manager along with my sister Sue. We inherited this property from my Uncle Dean Hendryx and Aunt Beverly. They taught my family to love the mild weather and attractions of the Gulf Coast. After a commercial illustration career, creating and running a 3 location childcare center for 10 years and raising 4 children I'm looking forward to retirement years. I now have a girlfriend, four granddaughters and am on social security. But it looks like I'll continue to work for awhile. I've started GWSkilly's Insurance for Medicare & other licensed in WI, MN, IL, IA, NC, & FL.. Therefore, come share our duplex. Take care of it and have a blast. Call with any questions.

Why they chose this property

My father Wayne Skillestad started out by retiring in a modest mobile home in nearby Indian Creek Park. It had great amenities but was cramped and scary during storms. Uncle Dean was also there. But Dean got the chance to move up into a more solid home. This gave us our roots in Ft Myers.

What makes this property unique

Central, convenient location to everything yet just out of the bumper to bumper beach life. You can even walk a couple blocks, get on a trolley and ride to the beach if you want. Great home base in Summer when rates are incredibly low. Look for your retirement dream property while staying here. Plenty of nearby seafood restaurants, bars, grocery stores, shops and great miniature golf places. Go see spring training for the Twins and Red Sox.

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English

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