About this rental
Our Bonita Beach home is located near the Collier County/Lee County border, in Caroland, on McLaughlin Blvd., a peninsula of Little Hickory Island on Estero Bay, comprised of exclusive million-dollar private homes. We are only a 2/10 mile (STRAIGHT LINE) distance (ACROSS ESTERO BAY) to the Gulf of Mexico but are quietly nestled near the end of a unique residential peninsula.
Our deep-water private boat dock provides access to the Gulf of Mexico through a choice of passes, the largest of which is New Pass at Lovers Key. The dock’s outer section is 24 ft. in length.
Our tenants may motor or sail their boat from our dock to explore Estero Bay Aquatic Preserve and the Imperial River, or cruise via the Gulf of Mexico, past Fort Myers Beach to Sanibel and Captive Islands.
We provide a small boat for tenant's use. Oars, life jackets, and fishing rods are provided. Boat, kayak, paddleboard, and bicycle rentals are available nearby.
Our tenants view Estero Bay Aquatic Preserve from each room of this unique home, quietly situated near the end of this peninsula, but only 6/10 mile (BY ROAD) to the Gulf of Mexico at Beach Access # 5 on Hickory Blvd (at the end of our street) and enjoy viewing sunrise and sunset over Estero Bay and wildlife including; bottlenose dolphin, manatee, egret, pelican, heron, osprey, and bald eagle.
Our spacious single-level home provides easy access via the main entrance (2 steps) or attached 2-car garage (5 steps). The comfortably furnished spacious living room opens onto a large screened lanai. There is a formal dining room and a large kitchen with a breakfast nook.
Our custom home was built with a split design layout. It is 1950 sq. ft. "under air" and also a large screened lanai and an extra-large two-car garage. The master bedroom is located on the Northern side of the home with the two guest bedrooms located on the Southern side of the home. The main living areas (entrance hall, living room, dining room, and eat-in kitchen) are located in the center of the home. Each bedroom has windows on two walls which provide a nice view of Estero Bay on either side of the McLaughlin Blvd peninsula.
The main living areas (living room and dining room) have cathedral ceilings and carpeted floors. The front entrance foyer has porcelain tiled flooring into the main living areas with carpeted flooring. The living room opens onto the large lanai with tiled flooring and a bank of sliding doors that recede behind the lanai wall to provide a totally open transition from the living room onto the screened lanai.
The large master bedroom is furnished with a king-size bed with Chatham Wells 16 in. deep innerspring mattress. There is an adjoining master bathroom with an oversized tub. One guest room is furnished with a queen bed with Kingsdown 16 in. deep innerspring mattress. The second guest room has twin beds, each with quality innerspring mattresses. The guest rooms share a full bathroom located off of the connecting hallway to the guest bedrooms and to the main living area.
All bedding (box spring and mattress) and pillows are fully encased by a protective covering. We supply bed linens, extra pillows, and blankets. Each bedroom has more than ample closet space, bureau storage, night tables and lamps, and a clock radio. The master bedroom has a large walk-in closet. The twin guest bedroom has two closets. The master and guest bedroom floors are carpeted.
Master and guest bathrooms have ceramic tile floors and ceramic tile tub surrounds, and heat lamps. Each is a full bathroom with a toilet and a combination tub and shower. The master bathroom has ample storage in the vanity, a large mirror with overhead lighting, and a medicine cabinet. The guest bathroom has more than ample storage in the vanity, an extra-large mirror with overhead lighting, a medicine cabinet, and a linen closet. The master bathroom has private access from the master bedroom. The guest bathroom is accessed from the hall connecting the two guest bedrooms and with the main living area.
The laundry room, located between the entrance foyer and the attached garage, provides a utility sink, large capacity washer, large capacity electric dryer, iron, and ironing board.
The kitchen has porcelain tiled flooring and is accessed either from the dining room or from the living room near the sliding doors onto the lanai. The kitchen is equipped with a stainless steel interior, almost silent when running dishwasher, frost-free refrigerator with ice maker, ceramic smooth top range with 5 radiant elements and speed bake convection oven, microwave oven, coffee maker and grinder, toaster, toaster oven, blender, electric can opener, and electric juicer.
The house is very well supplied with dishes, silverware, pots, pans, bed linens, blankets, towels, pillows, beach chairs, vacuum cleaners, cleaning supplies, etc.
Our home is equipped with a flat-screen 36 in. HDTV with a DVD and VHS player in the living room and a flat-screen 36 in. HDTV with a VHS player in the master bedroom, and a flat-screen television in the queen guest bedroom. Each television is equipped with extended basic cable service. Additional equipment includes; a stereo system with a CD player, portable telephones, an automatic telephone answering machine, and a clock radio in each bedroom. It is equipped with Ethernet and WIFI High-Speed Broadband Internet service from two providers.
There is rubbish and recycle pickup weekly. We also provide professional lawn maintenance.
There is a propane gas grill for outdoor cooking.
We ensure that our home is well maintained and properly prepared to our standards prior to each rental.
During Covid19, we've established rental guidelines and procedures for compliance with the SAFE. SMART. STEP-BY-STEP Plan to Re-Open Florida.
Due to owner SEVERE ALLERGIC REACTIONS, we restrict rentals to NON-SMOKERS WITHOUT PETS (of ANY TYPE, BREED, WEIGHT, or SIZE). This restriction is included in our rental agreement. The LESSEE agrees that PETS (of ANY TYPE, BREED, WEIGHT, or SIZE) WILL NOT ENTER our home at any time during the rental. For any breach of this restriction, the LESSEE agrees to reimburse the LESSOR for the full cost of all treatment required to completely remove pet allergens from our property.
Maximum occupancy is six (6) persons.
Please be advised that maximum occupancy is limited to six (6) persons and our rental agreement stipulates that the property shall not be used for any function or gathering of more than the maximum number of occupants without our prior written permission.
As owners of a private residence, once a rental agreement is executed, our cancellation policy is strict.
If a rental is canceled after a rental agreement is executed, we would immediately make every effort to rent our home to another party.
If a replacement rental agreement is executed for the same term and rate, we would return to you the amount paid minus a re-booking fee of 10% of the total rent.
If a replacement rental agreement is executed for a shorter term or lower rate, we would return to you the amount paid minus (difference between original total rent and replacement total rent) minus a re-booking fee of 10% of the original total rent.
Unique Benefits
We believe the unique location of our Bonita Beach home directly on Estero Bay offers unique proximity to the estuary, aquatic preserve, beaches, and navigation to the Gulf of Mexico. While located in the quiet and exclusive private residential neighborhood on a peninsula of Little Hickory Island, it is a short drive to services, restaurants, shops, attractions, etc. in Bonita Springs, Fort Meyers Beach, Estero, and Naples.
Traffic on our street, McLaughlin Blvd, is minimal, comprised mainly of persons residing in homes at the end of the peninsula as well as occasional tourists viewing the area.
From our home, tenants may drive North on Hickory Blvd to Carl E. Johnson State Park at Lover's Key, and onto Fort Myers Beach or drive South to Barefoot Beach Preserve Park.
Why Kids Love It
fishing from our dock, seeing dolphins and manatee swim by, boating on Estero Bay, shelling at Bonita Beach.
There are several web sites for local bicycle, kayak, paddleboard, or pontoon boat rentals. You can navigate directly from our dock via Hogue Channel to the larger area of Estero Bay and out to the Gulf of Mexico.
Area Information
The location is unique. Exclusive residential neighborhood with proximity to the Gulf of Mexico navigation and beaches. Little Hickory Island is one of the Florida Keys accessible via a small bridge at the Southern end of Little Hickory Island to the mainland of Bonita Springs and is also accessible via a bridge at the northern end of the island to Lovers Key and then to Estero Island and Fort Meyers Beach.
My husband and I have owned our custom home since 1987 when we had it built. We have enjoyed many vacations there with the opportunity to celebrate holidays with family members. We find the tranquil setting on Estero Bay to be very relaxing. We thoroughly enjoy watching dolphins, manatee, and various fish swim by our private dock, as well as seeing the beauty of this mangrove preserve with various tropical birds and plants.
Attractions Within Walking Distance
Bonita Beach Accesses: Hours: Dawn to Dusk
A ritual for residents and visitors is to gather at dusk on Bonita Beach to view the sun setting over the Gulf of Mexico.
Google Maps and MapQuest show the distance from our home, 26761 McLaughlin Blvd. Bonita Springs, Fl 34243 to Bonita Beach Access # 5, 27010 Hickory Blvd., Bonita Springs, FL 34134 to be exactly 0.6 miles.
Parking on Little Hickory Island may be difficult during peak season weeks.
10 beach access points on Little Hickory Island are listed on the Lee County website:
Bonita Beach Accesses ()
Access points 2 to 9 are small free parking lots. Access points 1 and 10 have larger parking lots with a $2.00 per hour fee.
Link to Bonita Beach Park at access 1. There is a parking fee of $2.00 per hour.
Bonita Beach Park ()
Link to Little Hickory Island Park at access 10. There is a parking fee of $2.00 per hour.
Little Hickory Island Park ()
Favorite Places To Eat
Local Favorites:
Doc's Beach House, 27908 Hickory Blvd, Bonita Springs, FL 34134
The Cafe at Bonita Beach, 5900 Bonita Beach Rd SW #1101, Bonita Springs, FL 3413
The Fish House Restaurant, 4685 Bonita Beach Rd SW, Bonita Springs, FL 34134
Enzo's Italian Restaurant, 4351 Bonita Beach Rd SW, Bonita Springs, FL 34134
Komoon Thai Sushi & Ceviche, 3300 Bonita Beach Rd SW #101, Bonita Springs, FL 34134
Coconut Jack's Waterfront Grille, 5370 Bonita Beach Rd SW, Bonita Springs, FL 34134
Mel's Diner , 28601 Trails Edge Blvd, Bonita Springs, FL 34134
Royal Scoop Homemade Ice Cream, 15 8th St, Bonita Springs, FL 34134
Buffalo Chips Restaurant, 26620 Old 41 Rd, Bonita Springs, FL 34135
Amenities
Other Vacation Rental Amenities
Our home has a private boat dock onto Estero Bay. Our tenants may use it to dock a private boat or fish from the dock. The dock’s outer section is 24 ft. in length. There is a small (7 ft.) boat for your use (I’ve attached a photo).
We provide fishing rods and reels for tenant’s use to fish from our private dock.
High-Speed Broadband Internet connectivity is provided by two service providers.
Wired and Wireless service is provided by Comcast.
Wireless service is additionally provided by Century Link (Lumen).
Our High-Speed Broadband Internet service has allowed tenants to "work from home" while on vacation.
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Rates
| Rate Period | Nightly | Weekend Night | Weekly | Monthly | Min Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Oct 01 - Nov 18 2022 | $3,000 | 14 nights | |||
Nov 19 - Dec 02 2022 | $3,500 | 14 nights | |||
Dec 03 - Dec 16 2022 | $3,000 | 14 nights | |||
Dec 17 2022 - Jan 06 2023 | $3,500 | 14 nights | |||
Jan 07 - Jan 27 2023 | $3,000 | 14 nights |
Fees:
processing: $150
cleaning 1 & 2 occupants: $200
cleaning 3 & 4 occupants: $250
cleaning 5& 6 occupants: $300
Linens: $50
Tax Rate: 11.5%
Notes:
Our weekly rental rates listed by season provide discounts relative to our peak season weekly rate.
Discount available for extended stay rentals (excluding Holiday and Peak Season)
Refundable Damage Deposit:
A $400.00 security deposit is taken on each rental to cover any International telephone charges, damage (beyond normal wear and tear), or extraordinary cleaning charges.
We expect a tenant to remove their personal belongings, food, etc., and to leave the house in a presentable condition.
The security deposit is returned after the house is checked.
Lodging tax: 11.5% (for a rental 6 months or less)
For any rental of 6 months or less, we are also required by law to collect and remit to Lee County a 5%
Tourist Tax and to collect and remit to the State of Florida a 6.5% combined (state and local) sales tax.
Cleaning fee: pro-rated per number of occupants
$200.00 for 1 or 2 occupants
$250.00 for 3 or 4 occupants
$300.00 for 5 or 6 occupants
Linen Fee: $50.00
Processing Fee: $150.00.
Payment Options:
We accept payment by check for US funds or wire transfer.
We are not equipped to accept credit card payments directly but are able to receive payments through PayPal which would require an additional cost to you of 3% of any payment.
We request a deposit of 1/2 the total rent upon reserving time.
We request the balance and security deposit two months before the rental begins.
Cancellation Policy:
As owners of a private residence, once a lease is executed, our cancellation policy is strict. We would immediately strive to rent to another party. If a replacement lease is executed for the same term and rate, we would return the full amount paid less a re-booking fee of 10% of the total rental. If a replacement lease is executed for a shorter term or lower rate, we would return the amount paid less (original total rent less replacement total rent) less a re-booking fee of 10% of the original total rent.
Availability
Last updated on June 26, 2022
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Hosted by Kathleen Geezil
Member since 2018
Year Purchased: 1987
About the owner: We are native New Englanders, growing up in Greater Boston MA. We've lived in southern NH and presently reside in Rhode Island. Starting in 1982, we acquired coastal homes in Massachusetts and Florida that we have made available for short-term furnished rentals.
My husband and I have owned our Bonita Beach custom home since it was built in 1987. Over the years we have enjoyed many relaxing vacations there with the opportunity to celebrate holidays with family members.
We did not offer our Palm Aire condo ( id 12280) for rent until 2022. For several years, we have rented our home in Bonita Beach Florida ( property id 4888) and have rented our home in Chatham MA ( property id 31022). There are many 5-star reviews posted for each property. With each home, our practice is to personally manage and communicate directly with tenants. Each property is our private home, equipped and cared for accordingly.
A tenant will not find any of our homes to be an investor-owned typical rental with mid-range standard equipment, appliances, furnishing, etc. As property owners, we personally equip and manage property maintenance to ensure quality. A tenant will not find any of our homes to be a typical rental with mid-range standard equipment, appliances, furnishing, etc. As property owners, we personally equip and manage property maintenance to ensure quality.
Why this property? While staying with relatives in Fort Lauderdale, FL, we explored the West Coast and fell in love with Little Hickory Island.
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Tim M.Great location
Great location , house is on Estero bay and close to beach. Very friendly neighbors, if you like to fish for snook , this is one of the best fishing spots in backyard off dock!! Owners were very nice, accommodating and easy to deal with. Will most definitely be back
Stayed: March 2021Submitted: April 09, 2021
Owner response
Thank you for taking the time to submit a review. We're glad that you liked our location and fishing from our dock. We'd be pleased to have you return.And thank you for the compliment. We do try to accommodate vacationers as best we can.
Matt W.Wonderful property!
We recently completed an 8 night stay at this home, and thoroughly enjoyed our vacation there. It is a great location, and the home is in impeccable condition. All rooms were perfectly clean, and I can't say enough about the supplies, kitchen-ware, towels, beach gear, etc. that the owners made available. Living room was very comfortable, and we really enjoyed our coffee and breakfasts on the screened in porch. We also loved fishing off the dock, and caught our fair share of fish as well as a few crabs! Dolphins and manatees were frequently seen as well. We definitely recommend this rental for a pleasant, laid back vacation, and we will be returning!
Stayed: December 2018Submitted: January 07, 2019
Owner response
Matt,Thank you for taking the time to submit a review of our Bonita Beach home. We believe that the layout and location of our home is perfect for a relaxing stay. We strive to provide a comfortable home and are very pleased that your family enjoyed use of our dock.We look forward to your return.Sincerely,Kathleen and Michael owners
Tammy R.Great place to stay,
We have stayed here several times in the past and have never been disappointed. The house is well maintained and there is plenty of room for all to relax and enjoy their stay. Just about everything you need is there for you to use during your stay. The owners are wonderful. They are easy to work with and are very helpful in tying to accommodate all of your needs. A new dock was just built and it is beautiful. My family enjoyed fishing out there or sometimes just sitting and watching the dolphins and the manatees swim by. The house is conveniently located by the beach, several restaurants, and the grocery store. Almost anything you need is a very short drive away. Don't forget to go to Royal Scoop. It is the best ice cream around! I also recommend Docs Beach House and Rosati's Pizza. All a very short distance from the house.
Stayed: June 2018Submitted: January 07, 2019
Owner response
Tammy,It is a great complement that you have selected our home for several return vacations. We're pleased that your family enjoyed being there. We appreciate your thoughtful description of our home, location, and activities.Kathleen
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