Dolphin House : pool home on the Gulf of Mexico : walk to the beach

Bonita Beach, Florida
$418 avg/night
Minimum Stay 7 Nights
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 6

Max Sleeps

Night 7 nights

Min Stay

Dolphin House is located on Little Hickory Island, surrounded by the Gulf of Mexico and halfway between Naples and Fort Myers. Private residences only are permitted in this section of the beach, and the lack of crowding testifies to this. The beach is 150 feet west of the front door and is teeming with ocean life, especially in summer. May through August is turtle nesting season, with tracks and nests dotting the shoreline. Shelling and bird watching is excellent here also with heron, egret, eagle, osprey, pelican and gull all present. The gas heated, screen enclosed saltwater pool provides a private place to relax after enjoying the beach, where the gulf water temperature in summer is 87 degrees Fahrenheit. Dolphin House is ideally located for a morning walk on the beach or taking in the evening sunsets.

Dolphin House is shown on the right side of the street just at the end of the video presentation of Bonita Beach in the photo section.

Area attractions: Many activities are available in the local area, including parasailing and jet skiing available at the beach one half mile away. Paddle board and kayak tours are available within 2 miles of Dolphin House, and pontoon boat rental is available also. Corkscrew Swamp, an 11,000 acre preserve run by the Audubon Society is a 45 minute drive east. Alligator, birds, fish and snakes are observable in their natural environment from a 2.5 mile boardwalk through the swamp. The Jay Ding Darling Wildlife refuge is 25 minutes north up the beach on Sanibel Island and offers excellent views of migratory water bird life. Naples is 15 minutes south by car with numerous restaurants, museums, a fishing pier and shops. Ft Myers is 20 minutes north up the coast and also has a fishing pier. The Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) is a 25 minute drive from Dolphin House.

House details: Dolphin House has been completely remodeled and updated in 2023. Everything is brand new, spacious and comfortable. Convenience is afforded by the fact that everything is on one level. Two bedrooms in the house have glass doors facing out to the pool area. All glass in the house is hurricane rated, so this provides for a quiet interior as well as enhanced privacy. The shower in the master bath is a walk-in, and the second bathroom has a full bathtub/shower. The A/C system is new, cool and quiet. We have two televisions, a large screen in the family room and a second set in the master bedroom. All new furnishings including furniture, bedding, appliances, linens and kitchenware. For convenience, there is an attached two car garage with automatic door opener. Beach is accessed by a two minute walk across the street. We can accommodate 4 adults and 2 children in beds.

Beach details: Bonita Beach has been included in the top 10 beaches in America, and is well-suited to swimming. Sloping gently for miles into the Gulf of Mexico, the sandy bottom is comfortable and the gulf wave action is generally mild. Pelicans, terns, osprey, frigate, heron and other sea birds can be seen at the beach along with dolphin and sea turtles. Sunsets over the water are beautiful and panoramic. Bonita Beach streches for six miles along the Gulf of Mexico and is only 150 feet from the front door of Dolphin House. This area of the beach is residential and uncrowded, allowing for the ideal beach experience. Beach access #3 is located two houses north of us and makes it possible to walk to the beach in less than two minutes. Shelling is a popular activity on Bonita Beach as many beautiful specimens can be found in the clean sand.

Waterfront restaurants within a one mile radius include Coconut Jacks, Docs Beach House and The Fish House. Enzos is a fine Italian dining local tradition on Bonita Beach Road located 3 miles away.

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers Beach Towels Near The Beach
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Double-glazed Windows Local Artist Showcase Locally-owned & Organized Tours & Activities Recycling Unit Size: 1450 Sq Ft (135 Sq M) Uses Some LED Lighting
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Dishwasher Electric Kettle Ice Maker Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Recommended Limited Onsite Parking (max 2 Spaces) Onsite Parking Onsite Parking Options Include A Garage
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi, With Speed Of 250+ Mbps (good For 3–5 People Or Up To 10 Devices)
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Garden Outdoor Furniture Porch Or Lanai
  • POOL/SPA

    Fence Around The Pool Heated Pool Outdoor Pool Private Pool
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Ecotours Nearby Golf Nearby Jet Skiing Nearby Kayaking Nearby Marina Nearby Parasailing Nearby Sailing Nearby Swimming Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Games Highchair
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near A Hospital Near Outlet Shopping Near The Bay Near The Sea
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Housekeeping (on Request) Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Area Rugs In Public Areas If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevator (single Level Property) Smoke-free Property Smooth Flooring In Public Areas Stair-free Path To Entrance Tile Flooring In Public Areas Well-lit Path To Entrance Wheelchair-accessible Path Of Travel

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 6

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Review Review

  • Sandi V.

    Submitted May 27, 2026

    Stayed May 17, 2026

    Excellent host! Timothy was very proactive and great. Thank you!

  • Paradise P.

    Submitted Apr 28, 2026

    Stayed Apr 21, 2026

    Great kid friendly rental super close to the beach. The kitchen/house was well stocked. We like to cook and found it helpful there were already a decent variety of spices.There are kid & pool friendly cups/dinnerware that make it easy to spend time outside. When they mention how close it is to the beach BELIEVE IT! We went to the beach every single days sometimes multiple times. With 2 toddlers it is super helpful to not have to pack everything up in the car for the beach and to just walk over. The house is nicely located to other things also. The supermarket and other things is a few minutes away. We were also able to take an easy day trip to Sanibel Island. The pool is also almost completely shaded in the later afternoon so it's a great spot to wind down with kids without worrying about the sun after spending all day out in it. Host is super responsive and accommodating. Our inbound and outbound flights both got majorly delayed and he was flexible with our entry and exit times. Would definitely recommend this house

  • Karen N.

    Submitted Apr 20, 2026

    Stayed Apr 11, 2026

    The property was as advertised, very nice ranch style home across street from gulf with short easy access to the beach. The lanai enclosed pool was comfortably heated and had adequate privacy for relaxation. Shops, restaurants, parks, activities and beaches were within short drives from the home. Wonderful experience all around and would love to return.

  • breanne G.

    Submitted Apr 11, 2026

    Stayed Apr 4, 2026

    Excellent stay, highly recommend. You can’t be the location, is right across the street from beach entry. The beach house was clean and completely updated inside. Pool and patio is perfect for family vacations. We would definitely stay here again.

  • Julia T.

    Submitted Dec 14, 2025

    Stayed Dec 3, 2025

    We had a wonderful stay at dolphin house! The house and pool were great. The kitchen is well equipped. The beach was beautiful and not crowded at all. Communication with the hosts was easy and they were very responsive. We highly recommend it!

  • Patricia P.

    Submitted Nov 25, 2025

    Stayed Nov 15, 2025

    Second visit to Dolphin House. Location to beach is amazing. House is comfortable & completely up to date. Would definitely recommend.

  • Gregory N.

    Submitted Nov 23, 2025

    Stayed Nov 8, 2025

    Nice location, easy walk to beach, short drive to local spots, enjoyed the pool.

  • Michele R.

    Submitted Nov 9, 2025

    Stayed Nov 1, 2025

    Highly recommend! We were a family of 4 adults and 2 kids and it was perfect. The house was clean and new! The pool was great and you are right across from the beach. They provide all beach amenities needed for you and the kids. Tim was very responsive and very helpful pre and during the trip. Bonita springs beach was beautiful and there was great food and shopping in the area

  • Kristen O.

    Submitted Jul 8, 2025

    Stayed Jun 14, 2025

    Great location and great pool. Manager was easy to get in touch with and we didn't have any issue during our week trip. Would stay here again.

  • Jerad M.

    Submitted Jul 3, 2025

    Stayed Jun 23, 2025

    We loved our stay at the dolphin house and its proximity to the beach! Being able to park in the garage was also helpful during the hot days and when it rained. This house is fully equipped with everything you will need for the beach and pool including a wagon. We did bring our own tent to use, but the house had umbrellas had we not. The kitchen also had all the tools, small appliances, and gadgets we needed. The beds were super comfortable and the water pressure in both showers were amazing. Our 4yo and 6yo couldn’t get enough of the pool and they also enjoyed some of the local wildlife. When we had questions, the host responded immediately. We would love to stay here again in the future.

  • Eryn M.

    Submitted Jun 4, 2025

    Stayed May 23, 2025

    The dolphin house was perfect for our family of 5! Only a 2 minute walk to the beach, where we found tons of amazing shells! Beach chairs, towels, toys, wagon and cooler were there for us to use. The house interior was very nice and clean! The kitchen had everything we needed. Beds were very comfortable. We all loved the pool and used it everyday. If we decide to come back to Bonita Beach we will definitely stay here again!

  • Eric G.

    Submitted Apr 27, 2025

    Stayed Apr 19, 2025

    The property was clean, well kept, with easy instructions that made our stay comfortable. Our family enjoyed the warm pool and close proximity to the beach.

  • Hillary G.

    Submitted Apr 20, 2025

    Stayed Apr 11, 2025

    Place was very close to the beach and had a beautiful kitchen that met all our cooking needs. It had plenty spices, pots and and essentials. The pool felt like bath water. Only slight negative were we spotted a few bugs on the floor and lots traps but probably the norm for a beach house.

  • Gregory N.

    Submitted Mar 14, 2025

    Stayed Feb 22, 2025

    Nice house near Bonita Beach. Easy short walk to beach access point from house. Beach chairs ,umbrella, cart all provided, we also enjoyed relaxing in the nice pool, short drive to local restaurants and shops

  • Submitted Feb 22, 2025

    Stayed Feb 15, 2025

    Our stay in Bonita was absolutely wonderful! The house exceeded all our expectations, providing everything we needed for a perfect getaway. Having the beach just across the street was a dream, and the saltwater pool was a fantastic bonus. The kitchen was fully equipped with all the amenities, making meal prep easy and enjoyable. The entire home was beautifully decorated, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. We couldn’t have asked for a better place to relax and unwind!

  • Sam S.

    Submitted Feb 1, 2025

    Stayed Jan 18, 2025

    Great property. Location was great. Property was very clean. Appliances were in great condition. Pool was a real treat for the kids. Owner very responsive.

  • Kristin J.

    Submitted Jan 2, 2025

    Stayed Dec 22, 2024

    The Dolphin House is perfect! Beautiful, spacious, clean house with lots of updates! Kitchen is well stocked. We cooked Christmas dinner and had plenty of pots/pans, serving ware, etc. We really appreciated having the nice Tommy Bahama beach chairs and umbrella. There’s also a beach wagon and a cooler. The house is so close to the beach! Loved going to the beach every day! The pool is also very nice, and heated. Dolphin House is also pretty neat Doc’s Beachhaus and we went there quite often.

  • Lori S.

    Submitted Dec 7, 2024

    Stayed Nov 30, 2024

    We had an absolutely wonderful time. The proximity to the beach, the pool and the property was great. We definitely would stay here again, even talked about it being our destination for next year! Had a few questions for the manager of the property after we arrived and he got back to us with answers fairly quickly. We had excellent weather and enjoyed our stay!

  • Patricia P.

    Submitted Nov 26, 2024

    Stayed Nov 16, 2024

    We celebrated my husband’s birthday with his family that lived in Naples. Pool was perfect temperature & location to beach across the street was great. We loved the house & hope to go back next year.

  • Gregory N.

    Submitted Nov 16, 2024

    Stayed Nov 2, 2024

    Nice location, easy walk to beach, short drive to nearby stores and restaurants, nice pool. Property is in great shape even with the recent surrounding damage from the hurricane.

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