Title: West End Paradise Starfish 1 - Quaint Hotel Style Room near the Beach - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # West End Paradise Starfish 1 - Quaint Hotel Style Room near the Beach Cottage with lanai, near Sanibel Island Southern Beach ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60610000/60606200/60606123/5686116d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60610000/60606200/60606123/1825f6c6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60610000/60606200/60606123/60e27fdb_edited_85ab.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60610000/60606200/60606123/c915e282.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60610000/60606200/60606123/e3c9d47e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to the serene West End Paradise on Sanibel Island, where lush foliage and a picturesque pond with birds and turtles create a tranquil atmosphere. Stroll to the private Tradewinds beach or unwind in your hotel-style room with queen-sized bed, microwave, mini-fridge, coffee maker and full bathroom. 8.4 Very good ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2400 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Air conditioning - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Barbecue grill - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### West End Paradise Starfish 1 - Quaint Hotel Style Room near the Beach 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 "Starfish 1" is a hotel style room with a king sized bed, microwave, mini-fridge and coffee maker. There is a full bathroom in the room as well.  Need more room? ... add unit "Turtle 2" for an additional bedroom with queen sized bed, full bathroom, living/dining areas, full kitchen and screened lanai. 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. This unit is perfect for a couple wanting to enjoy a quick Island getaway.  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 #21108 ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - TV with cable channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Lanai ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the sea ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Unit size: 400 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60610000/60606500/60606420/bb3a3c97.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### West End Paradise Sanddollar 7 - Quaint Hotel Style Room near the Beach Tradewinds - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 7.8 Good 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-12&endDate=2025-11-13&selected=60606420&PinnedHotelID=60606420&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60610000/60606600/60606555/7162448b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### West End Paradise Unit Coral 4 - One bedroom efficiency suite Tradewinds - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.4 Exceptional 25 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-12&endDate=2025-11-13&selected=60606555&PinnedHotelID=60606555&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60610000/60606400/60606319/85efde15.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### West End Paradise Unit Turtle 2 - One bedroom suite w/water views Tradewinds - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 8.8 Excellent 13 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-12&endDate=2025-11-13&selected=60606319&PinnedHotelID=60606319&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![A heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100790000/100784400/100784348/d57dafbb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### South Seas Bayside Villa 5130: Your Perfect Island Retreat Captiva - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Free WiFi 8.4 Very good 18 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-12&endDate=2025-11-13&selected=100784348&PinnedHotelID=100784348&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Grand Studio Suite, Kitchenette | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96450000/96441200/96441189/9405e999.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lazy Cuckoo Inn Fort Myers Beach - Kitchen - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 9.0 Wonderful 216 reviews CA $76 CA $130 total includes taxes & fees Nov 23 - Nov 24 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-23&endDate=2025-11-24&selected=96441189&PinnedHotelID=96441189&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37780000/37774200/37774142/16efd129.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sanibel-Style on the East End! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property 1 bedroom accommodation in Sanibel Sanibel 1 bedroom accommodation in Sanibel Private vacation home West End Paradise 1M Quaint Hotel Style Room Near the Beach 1 bedroom accommodation in Sanibel Private vacation home Sanibel 120150 ## About the area Located near the beach, this cottage is in Tradewinds, a neighborhood in Sanibel. Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum and Sanibel Historical Museum and Village are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation and Sanibel Moorings Botanical Gardens. Jungle Golf Ft. Myers and JungleGolf are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Sanibel travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Sanibel.dx9791) [View more Cottages in Sanibel](https://www.expedia.ca/Sanibel-Cottages.d9791-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C26.45373%2C-82.14120&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=iXBxYWlnlsaAZTdkbBo8o5EPeQQ=) Sanibel, FL ### What's nearby - J. N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge - 5 min walk - 0.4 km - Sanibel Island Southern Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km - Bowman's Beach - 18 min walk - 1.5 km - Blind Pass Beach - 7 min drive - 5.7 km - Captiva Beach - 13 min drive - 9.5 km ### Getting around - Southwest Florida Intl. Airport (RSW) - 49 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Doc Ford’s Rum Bar & Grille - ‬9 min drive - ‪Rosalita’s Cantina Sanibel - ‬5 min drive - ‪Cheeburger Cheeburger - ‬11 min drive - ‪Sanibel Bean - ‬10 min drive - ‪Sanibel Deli & Coffee Factory - ‬9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is West End Paradise Starfish 1 - Quaint Hotel Style Room near the Beach pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at West End Paradise Starfish 1 - Quaint Hotel Style Room near the Beach? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at West End Paradise Starfish 1 - Quaint Hotel Style Room near the Beach? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is West End Paradise Starfish 1 - Quaint Hotel Style Room near the Beach located? > Located in Tradewinds, this cottage 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 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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