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Sanibel-Style on the East End! Walk to restaurants and the lighthouse. NEW!

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fitness facility
Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Beach nearby
On Sanibel's quiet East End, The Parrot Nest offers a serene retreat with beautifully renovated coastal cottages. Stroll to the historic lighthouse and shelling beaches or ride our bikes along scenic paths leading to wildlife refuges and secluded spots.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Sanibel-Style on the East End! Walk to restaurants and the lighthouse. NEW!

The Parrot Nest is one of the Old-Sanibel cottages located on the quiet East End of the island. Since 1955, our charming cottages have been welcoming visitors and until the early 1960's they were brought to our shores from the mainland by ferryboat.
Our cottages are newly renovated in a coastal decor offering you epic comfort, relaxation in a beautiful room. We are within walking distance to the historic Sanibel Lighthouse and fishing pier, beautiful shelling beaches, shopping and restaurants.
If you like, use our complimentary bikes and explore miles of paths covering the island and leading to wildlife refuges, kayaking spots, secluded beaches, and meandering past more eateries, shops, and galleries. The Cockatoo cottage is a charming room with a king bed and new daybed ( twin ).

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Property is also known as

404174

About the area

Located in Sanibel, this cottage is near the beach. Herb Strauss Schoolhouse Theater and Sanibel Historical Village and Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Sanibel Island Lighthouse and Sanibel Historical Museum and Village. Sanibel Moorings Botanical Gardens and Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Sanibel, FL

What's nearby

  • Sanibel Sea School - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Sanibel Island Northern Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Sanibel Island Lighthouse - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Periwinkle Way - 2 min drive - 1.3 km
  • Sanibel and Captiva Island Visitor's Center - 2 min drive - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Southwest Florida Intl. Airport (RSW) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Doc Ford’s Rum Bar & Grille - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Turtles Tiki Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪MudBugs Cajun Kitchen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cheeburger Cheeburger - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Wickies Lighthouse Restaurant - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Sanibel-Style on the East End! Walk to restaurants and the lighthouse. NEW! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sanibel-Style on the East End! Walk to restaurants and the lighthouse. NEW!?

As of Sept 3, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sanibel-Style on the East End! Walk to restaurants and the lighthouse. NEW! on Sept 25, 2025 start from CA $218.66, excluding 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.

What time is check-in at Sanibel-Style on the East End! Walk to restaurants and the lighthouse. NEW!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sanibel-Style on the East End! Walk to restaurants and the lighthouse. NEW!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sanibel-Style on the East End! Walk to restaurants and the lighthouse. NEW! located?

Situated near the beach, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Sanibel Sea School and Sanibel Island Southern Beach. Sanibel Island Northern Beach and Sanibel Island Lighthouse are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Sanibel-Style on the East End! Walk to restaurants and the lighthouse. NEW! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 44 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

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

Great Place to Stay!

Proximity to things to do on the island was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tamara M.

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

excellent location

Loved that it was a 'hotel room' free standing! Very close walk to wonderful beach and coffee shop and restaurant! Was a great way to re-connect with our wonderful Sanibel Island Zen.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy Q.

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

Fishing, shell & seafood heaven

Glorious stay in a great, convenient location!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meredith M.

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

Great stay!

We had a great stay at the Parrots Nest cottages! The property was clean and comfortable. The location can't be beat! I'd recommend to all my friends!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna R. L.

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

Quick Annivesary Trip

Enjoyed the cottages. Very clean and convenient. All you need for a beach trip. Bed was better than most.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary K.

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

Wonderful

Was a beautiful cottage! Mattress and pillows were perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Dave M.

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

Cockatoo

Clean and quiet - nice to have basket bikes
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

huey o.

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

Christmas time

Enjoyed our stay at Christmas time 2023. Room was awesome
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scotty W.

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

Perfect Accommodations

Not only was the room stocked with sll essentials, thete was a frying rack, umbrella, additional fan, etc. Outside you had grills, hammock, beach wagons, bicycles. All this, and only a short trek to the beach
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Koray A.

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

Amazing experience

My fiancé and myself had an amazing time. We did a trip visiting multiple places from key west to Clearwater and having a room with a mini split a/c was the best. The room was extremely clean and had everything we needed. We really enjoyed taking the bikes out to the lighthouse and being in close proximity to all the restaurants and shops. I highly recommend any of the rooms offered at this location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela D.

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

Great location with comfortable accomodations

We stayed for 4 nights and were there to go shelling on Sanibel Island. The location to Lighthouse Beach was amazing. It was easy to get all around the Islands. The king bed was comfortable while the day bed is a fold away-a little insecure for an adult. We put a suitcase under it for support to make sure we didn't break it. We will return to Parrot Cottages!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara R.

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

Quaint cottage

Sanibel cottage with quiet courtyard and access to a quiet beach a short walk away. Room newly remodeled, bright, beds comfy, clean. They have beach chairs, bikes, wagons available. Outdoor lawn furniture could be updated otherwise excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Valarie

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Albert v.

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

Fine cabin, great location

Apart from a small hickup with the airco, all was fine.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Pamela D.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Not worth the money

We came back to find a strange man in our room looking under our bed! Claimed to be looking for broken bed!? Not a pleasant surprise . Not a single washing machine working. We were here 4 nights and were given 2 washcloths! Unreal! Can't even wash them because washers broken! Only 1 trash bag given too. No pans for use in the oven for baking, no knife to cut with etc. this was definately NOT worth the money paid and now you have the nerve to ask us to do your job? We will take care of what we need to but we will never be back .
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan C.

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

Thank you

Great place - thanks so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Susanne G.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sanibel im Aug 24

Zweckmäßig und sauber - Strandstühle vorhanden, die Zusendung des Zugangscodes hätte gerne am Tag vorher erfolgen können und nicht erst am Ankunftstag - da unser Hotspot aufgrund der schlechten Netzverbindung in diesem Teil der Insel nicht funktionierte mussten wir erstmal ein Möglichkeit suchen - nach einer langen Anreise nicht so toll. Leider hatten wir Pech mit dem Tropensturm ein paar Tage vorher, so dass die naheliegenden Strände nicht passierbar waren. Fahrräder waren vorhanden stehen jedoch draußen, entsprechend sehen sie aus - Luft war in den Reifen, wir haben sie daher auch nutzen können. Sonst kann man sich den Aufenthalt sehr schön machen, sehr ruhig - grundsätzlich empfehlenswert.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

M. S.

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

Everything you need!

Love the low key, down to earth, non-pretentious vibes at this property. Feels like a Sanibel version of a quaint Northwoods cabin. Easy walk or bike to chill shops, restaurants and beaches. Nesting osprey in a tall tree above our unit, lots flowering plants and lizards around the perimeter. We plan to return and tell friends and family. :)
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

charity

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The room was amazing but the bed was to firm with flat pillows. Would return but bring our own pillows. Clean snd had lots of amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Nyle

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very nice would stay again. Quite. Clean . Needs more stock of towels . And a full length mirror would be nice . Great having beach gear there to use .
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Nice and clean

Awesome!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julianne F.

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

Location

On the quieter east end of Sanibel. A couple full service restaurants within walking distance.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

6/10 Okay

Ron Marie I.

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

Help Unavailable When Needed

Lockbox was extremely old and difficult to use We got locked out of our room in dark ( porch light not working) and tried calling the number on site ( no access to help # as it was in the room) After an hour we had to bang on the box to get it open Never did get it to work correctly Apparently we were calling Kim’s # and mail box was full There’s should have been a return call We nearly called the police as our car keys and pm meds were locked inside
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

michelle

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ann M.

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

Perfect getaway

Thanks for everything - we will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

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