Place, J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge
3 min walk
Sanibel Island Southern Beach
Place, Sanibel Island Southern Beach
12 min walk
Bowman's Beach
Place, Bowman's Beach
6 min drive
Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.)
Airport, Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.)
52 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Common Space
1 Double Sofa Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
About this property
West End Paradise Unit Fish 6 - One bedroom suite w/water views
Enjoy all that Sanibel Island has to offer at the West End Paradise. Our charming cottage style accommodations offer a serene and tropical setting with mature foliage, pond with birds and turtles and we're just a short walk to the private Tradewinds beach. Unit "Fish 6" is a bungalow style suite with a full kitchen, spacious living room, dining area, screened lanai and separate bedroom with a queen sized bed. There is a full bathroom in the suite as well. Need more room? ... add unit "Sanddollar 7" for an additional bedroom with king sized bed and full bathroom. All of our units come with beach towels, access to the charcoal bbq grill, outdoor seating, high speed wireless internet, cable TV and air conditioning for those tropical Island summers. Only one parking space per unit.
*Important Note: This rental does not include beach chairs or umbrellas. Instead, we’ve partnered with VayKLife to provide you with a credit toward beach essentials like chairs, umbrellas, coolers, wagons, and more—so you can pack light and still enjoy everything you need for a perfect day at the beach. While some of our homes may have beach gear on-site, availability varies, and we cannot guarantee specific items will be provided. With VayKLife, you get to choose exactly what you need, and they’ll deliver it right to your door for added convenience. Your booking confirmation includes a link to VayKLife’s site, where you can browse their full selection and easily redeem your credit. It’s just one of the ways we help make your stay as seamless and enjoyable as possible.
Sanibel Dwelling License #21110
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Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Sanibel
Located near the beach, this condo is in West End, a neighbourhood in Sanibel. While the natural beauty of Sanibel Island Southern Beach and North Captiva Island Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Key West Express.
Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation and Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum are also worth visiting. With kayaking, windsurfing and power boating nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
Sanibel, FL
What's nearby
J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Sanibel Bayous - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Sanibel Island Southern Beach - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
Bowman's Beach - 6 min drive - 2.1 km
Sanibel Island Lighthouse - 19 min drive - 15.9 km
Getting around
Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.) - 49 min drive
Restaurants
Jerry's Foods - 11 min drive
Doc Ford’s Rum Bar & Grille - 9 min drive
Phuzzy’s Boat Shack - 76 min drive
Low Key Tiki - 76 min drive
American Legion Post 123 - 2 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is West End Paradise Unit Fish 6 - One bedroom suite w/water views pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at West End Paradise Unit Fish 6 - One bedroom suite w/water views?
As of 9 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at West End Paradise Unit Fish 6 - One bedroom suite w/water views on 13 August 2026 start from NZ$211, 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 West End Paradise Unit Fish 6 - One bedroom suite w/water views?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at West End Paradise Unit Fish 6 - One bedroom suite w/water views?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at West End Paradise Unit Fish 6 - One bedroom suite w/water views?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is West End Paradise Unit Fish 6 - One bedroom suite w/water views located?
Located in West End, this condo building is within a 15-minute walk of J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge and Sanibel Island Southern Beach. Bowman's Beach and Sanibel Bayous are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Great place in a great location! Very well kept, and the secluded beach is beautiful!
Samantha J.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 April 2026
Thank you so much for the 5-star review! I am thrilled to hear that you had a great stay and that our location hit the mark for you.
At Dream Vacation Rentals, we strive for a "no-surprises" experience, and we take a lot of pride in keeping our properties "very well kept" so you can focus entirely on relaxing. That secluded beach is truly one of the crown jewels of the area—there is nothing quite like having a beautiful, quiet stretch of sand all to yourself!
It was a total pleasure hosting you, and we would love to welcome you back to your favorite beach spot soon.
This property was very clean and had all of the necessities for a short stay. We loved the location and appreciated access to a private beach. All of the furnishings were updated and comfortable, and the addition of delivered beach supplies and bikes was a plus.
Jennifer L.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 29 March 2026
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We are thrilled to hear that the updates and furnishings made your stay comfortable and that you had everything you needed.
It’s great that you were able to take full advantage of the private beach access along with the bikes and beach gear delivery—we find those little extras really help our guests dive straight into "island mode."
We would love to host you again for another stay at the West End soon!
Thank you for the 5-star review! I’m glad to hear the property was clean and met all of your expectations. We strive for total transparency in our listings, so it’s great to know everything was exactly as advertised.
We would love to host you again for another island stay!
Although not directly on the beach. The private beach access was close and it was great!
Mark V.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 February 2026
Thanks for staying with us! I’m so glad the private beach access worked out well for you—it’s definitely one of our favorite features of the property. We’d love to host you again next time you need a beach break!
The place was very nice with everything you may need to stay a few days! Walking distance to the beach and short drive to other beaches. A bit far from restaurants or other amenities but fair for the price considering the market in the island
Diego U.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 March 2026
Thank you for the 5-star review! I am so glad to hear the condo was well-equipped for your stay and that you enjoyed being within walking distance to the beach.
We definitely aim to provide a 'no-surprises' getaway, and I appreciate your perspective on the location. While we are tucked away in a more peaceful part of the island, many of our guests find that the short drive to local restaurants is a fair trade-off for the quiet beach access and value we offer. We would love to welcome you back for another great stay soon!
Thank you for the 5-star review! I am so glad you enjoyed the condo and found it beautiful. We would be thrilled to have you back for another visit—just let us know when you're ready to return to the island!
Loved this unit and the whole grounds. Only issues that weren't a dealbreaker were that parking is too crammed in, and the little unit that was attached to this one was like it had no soundproofing between the two units, so I could hear someone snoring and other sounds. But I loved the unit and would definitely stay here again! Everything was so clean and lovely.
Teresa Y.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 April 2026
Thank you so much for the 5-star review! I’m thrilled to hear that you loved the unit and the grounds—and especially that everything was clean and lovely for your stay.
At Dream Vacation Rentals, we strive for a "no-surprises" experience, so I really appreciate your honest feedback on the details. Regarding the parking, I completely agree that those spaces can feel a bit "crammed in," especially with larger vehicles; it’s one of those quirks of the older, charming layouts on the island.
I also sincerely apologize for the lack of soundproofing between the units. Hearing a neighbor's snoring definitely wasn't on the itinerary! Since your stay, we have been looking into adding some acoustic treatments to that shared wall to help ensure a more peaceful environment for future guests.
It was a total pleasure hosting you, and we would love to welcome you back for another (hopefully quieter) stay very soon!
Thank you for your kind review! We’re so glad you found the place clean and exactly as pictured. We strive to make sure our photos reflect the space accurately, and it’s great to hear that was your experience. We’d love to host you again anytime!
Clean, all new renovations after recent storm. Very clean. Good linens & towels.
Matthew J.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 January 2026
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the "all new" feel of the property.
Our team worked incredibly hard on the renovations following the recent storms, so it is very rewarding to know that the cleanliness and quality of the linens and towels met your expectations. Providing a fresh, comfortable space for our guests is our top priority.
We hope to welcome you back for another stay soon!
Practically new, clean, all house keeping supplies available except hair dryer. Location of laundry unclear in description. Could use an internal bug zapper. Office staff customer friendly. Overall, an excellent facility will stay here again when we return to Sanibel.
Chuck B.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 June 2025
Thank you for your feedback! We're so pleased to hear you found the property practically new, clean, and well-stocked with housekeeping supplies. We're also glad you found our office staff customer friendly and that, overall, you had an excellent stay.
We appreciate you letting us know about the missing hair dryer – that's an oversight we will correct immediately. We also value your notes regarding the laundry location clarity and the suggestion for an internal bug zapper; these are helpful points we will consider for future improvements.
Very nice updated property. But coffee pot was dirty with mold growing, no coffee filters, not enough pillows, and no hot water in the kitchen.Very disappointed in not enough toilet paper or paper towel, garbage bags or dish soap. If I am staying a week, charge me 20 extra and supply toilet paper, paper towels and garbage bags. It is just a hassle.
Patricia G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 July 2025
Thanks for your feedback. We're glad you appreciated the updates to our property!
We're very sorry to hear about the issues you encountered during your stay, especially regarding the coffee pot and the amenities. We provide all guests with a list of starter supply amenities prior to arrival to help them plan and avoid any shortages. This list details what's included and what guests may want to bring or purchase for longer stays.
We also want to assure you that our team is always ready to assist right away with any concerns guests might have. We didn't receive any communication from you during your stay about these issues. Had we known, we would have immediately addressed them, including the hot water in the kitchen or any missing supplies.
Our property was completely renovated after devastating hurricanes, and we've put a tremendous amount of effort into making it as comfortable and accommodating as possible for our guests. We're constantly working to improve and truly regret that your experience wasn't what it should have been.
We hope you'll consider staying with us again so we can provide you with a much better experience.
Very close to everything we wanted see while visiting and a nice quiet neighborhood.
Trevor N.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 May 2024
Thank you so much for your review and support
Verified
8/10 Good
Mary B.
22 March 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Disliked: Check-in, listing accuracy
After finding our place
after finally finding our place, VRBO gave wrong address. We enjoyed the cottage and was clean. Parking was strange due to others not parking by their cottage so we had to use others parking spots
Mary B.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 May 2022
Sorry about the parking. We do ask that everyone just use one spot and park as neatly as possible. With just two buildings, you aren't far at all from either side of the lot
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Mary Burnett
20 March 2022
place was clean and decor was very cute.
place was clean and decor was very cute. Liked having a free washer and dryer at my disposal. team was very pleasant and helpful. Very prompt on a Saturday
We stayed in a small group of cottages on Captiva 2 years ago, so this time we chose West End Paradise for that same one-story cottage lodging on Sanibel.
West End Paradise is very, very quiet -- almost hard to find your cottage/suite because it is quite dark on the grounds. We were not familiar with the combination of one-room, studio and suite lodging here, so we ended up being confused about how to find our #3 when the first possibility we saw was #3A. A rep from Dream Vacations promptly answered our phone call and helped us to find our way.
The one-bedroom suite we rented has a spacious living room / dining area and a pleasant screened porch in back. The bedroom is a little small, and the bathroom is very small (one sink with barely any counter space around it) but usable.
If you want to walk to any restaurants, etc, this is not the place for you. But if you want perfect quiet, nature all around, and no one above you, look it up and sort out the 3 different types of lodging!
Kathleen D.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 May 2024
Thank you for taking the time to write a review of West End Paradise! We appreciate your feedback and insights, especially for those unfamiliar with our layout.
We're glad you enjoyed the tranquility of West End Paradise. Many guests choose us specifically for the peace and quiet, surrounded by nature.
Regarding the signage and unit confusion, we understand your experience. We've recently reviewed our signage and are working on improvements to make locating specific units easier, especially at night. We also appreciate you mentioning the helpfulness of the Dream Vacations representative.
It's true that West End Paradise isn't within walking distance of restaurants. However, we do provide information on nearby dining options at check-in, and many fantastic restaurants are just a short drive away.
We're happy to hear you found the living area and screened porch spacious. We acknowledge the bedroom and bathroom might be on the smaller side, which is typical for some of our one-bedroom suites. We encourage guests to review the detailed descriptions and photos of each unit type before booking to ensure a perfect fit for their needs.
Thank you again for your review. We hope to welcome you back to West End Paradise in the future!
We really enjoyed our walk to the beach each day. The neighborhood is beautiful! If you are looking for peace and relaxation, this is the place. We loved seeing the Herons and egrets in the pond just outside our door. Just a short drive to shops restaurants and the Nature reserve where we spent several enjoyable days.
paul i.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 February 2022
thank you so much for your review. the west end is truly paradise and so happy that you enjoyed and we'd love to welcome you back again soon
Great cottage in a great place. Clean and nice. Close to the beach. We really enjoy stay there and would recommend our friends.
Zaneta B.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 7 May 2024
Thank you so much for your review and support
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Maida
27 August 2021
This property is beautiful and homey! A perfect place to come if you’re wanting a relaxing stay ju
This property is beautiful and homey! A perfect place to come if you’re wanting a relaxing stay just a 5 minute walk to the beach and close to town as well. The rooms are comfortable and well furnished and has a wonderful outdoor living space as well. I loved my stay here! Charming!
I think you meant to place a five star review, not one star as you enjoyed your stay and will go back. Could you update your review to reflect a five star?
Clean, well maintained. Furnishings and appliances a bit dated. Full kitchen and utensils. Nice to have bikes and beach furniture available at no extra charge. Blinds broken or missing in some places. Thought checkout a bit early (10am) considering check in isnt until 4 pm. Overall we enjoyed our visit
Kevin V.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 7 May 2024
Thank you so much for your review
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