Dolphin House : pool home on the Gulf of Mexico : walk to the beach | House in Bonita Beach

9.8 (105 Reviews) |   3 Bedrooms  2 Bathrooms  6 Guests
Bonita Springs House | Dolphin House : pool home on the Gulf of Mexico : walk to the beach

3 Bedroom House in Bonita Springs, Bonita Beach

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.

Dolphin House : pool home on the Gulf of Mexico : walk to the beach is located in Bonita Springs. Dolphin House : pool home on the Gulf of Mexico : walk to the beach provides accommodation, featuring Private Pool, Ocean View, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, among other amenities. This House features Private Pool, Ocean View, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Dolphin House : pool home on the Gulf of Mexico : walk to the beach has 3 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 6 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Bonita Springs has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Bonita Springs, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pool
TV
View
Private Pool
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • Toilet paper
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Bathtub or shower
Bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Dining table
Kitchen
  • Toaster
  • Ice maker
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Blender
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
Laundry
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry facilities
Ocean view
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Near the beach
Parking
  • Onsite parking
  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Limited onsite parking (max 2 spaces)
  • Car recommended
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • No elevator (single level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Activities
  • Marina nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
Entertainment
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
General
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1450 sq ft (135 sq m)
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Local artist showcase
  • Double-glazed windows
  • English
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea
Guest Services
  • Children's games
  • Highchair
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Housekeeping (on request)
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch or lanai
  • Barbecue grill
Security/Safety
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher
Spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Fence around the pool
  • Heated pool
  • Private pool

Policies

Check-in
Contactless check-in available
Check-out
Contactless check-out available
Child Policy
Children are welcome. note from host: playpen and high chair available
Event Policy
No events allowed;this is a residential neighborhood
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property note from host: this is a residential neighborhood onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Reviews

Eryn M.
Jun 4, 2025 08:59:01 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: 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!
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