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West End Paradise Starfish 1 - Quaint Hotel Style Room near the Beach

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A pool area with lounge chairs, surrounded by palm trees and a clear sky. - West End Paradise Starfish 1 - Quaint Hotel Style Room near the Beach (Sanibel)
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a ceiling fan, and a window with blinds. - West End Paradise Starfish 1 - Quaint Hotel Style Room near the Beach (Sanibel)
A wooden deck with chairs, a river, and surrounding greenery. - West End Paradise Starfish 1 - Quaint Hotel Style Room near the Beach (Sanibel)
A blue building with a pond in front, surrounded by palm trees and greenery. - West End Paradise Starfish 1 - Quaint Hotel Style Room near the Beach (Sanibel)
A laundry area with two white front-loading washing machines, a shelf with a coffee maker, and a power strip with multiple cables. - West End Paradise Starfish 1 - Quaint Hotel Style Room near the Beach (Sanibel)
West End Paradise Starfish 1 - Quaint Hotel Style Room near the Beach provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire condo

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 237 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue

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About this property

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 condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 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

  • Smoke-free property

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

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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
On-site 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 indicated that 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located near the beach, this condo is in West End, a neighbourhood in Sanibel. Sanibel Historical Museum and Village and Captiva Chapel By the Sea are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation and Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum. BIG Arts Center and Sanibel Moorings Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting. With kayaking, windsurfing and power boating nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. Visit our Sanibel travel guide
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Sanibel, FL

What's nearby

  • A wooden boardwalk leading to J.N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge Visitor & Education Center, surrounded by lush greenery.
    Sanibel Bayous
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • A sunset over the ocean with waves, a bird flying, and a partly cloudy sky.
    Sanibel Island Southern Beach
    12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • A sandy beach with a clear sky and ocean in the background.
    Bowman's Beach
    7 min drive - 3.1 km
  • A coastal scene with a lighthouse, beach, and ocean.
    Sanibel Island Lighthouse
    20 min drive - 18.0 km
  • Sanibel Island Northern Beach
    16 min drive - 17.4 km

Getting around

  • Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.)
    49 min drive

Restaurants

  • Jerry's Foods
    11 min drive
  • Phuzzy’s Boat Shack
    76 min drive
  • Doc Ford’s Rum Bar & Grille
    9 min drive
  • The Waterfront Restaurant & Marina
    77 min drive
  • The Green Flash Waterfront Restaurant
    14 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.

How much is parking at West End Paradise Starfish 1 - Quaint Hotel Style Room near the Beach?

On-site parking is available at the 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?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is West End Paradise Starfish 1 - Quaint Hotel Style Room near the Beach located?

Located in West End, this condo building is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Sanibel Island Southern Beach and within 3 miles (5 km) of Bowman's Beach and Sanibel Bayous. Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation is 3.1 mi (4.9 km) away.

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Reviews

West End Paradise Starfish 1 - Quaint Hotel Style Room near the Beach Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

2.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 20 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and a well stocked room. It’s small but then who goes to Sanibel Island to stay inside all day. There are two pullout drawers under the bed so space is maximized. I will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay at the west end paradise was amazing! the little cottages are in a quiet neighborhood street and its less than 10 min drive to the beach. The place has everything you need for a week stay, super clean and cute place!! absolutely recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Room was like listing. Clean and had everything need.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness
I do have to say the room was very clean and the bathroom was nice. Very small room. I feel that it's too expensive for what we got. You can barely move around in the room or have your stuff anywhere or have room to sit & eat. Where the toaster was located, it made the smoke detector go off. The listing wasn't very detailed on what was available because this is connected to another vacation rental that is obviously a lot larger. There are 2 screened-in porches on the back of the house and it seems weird that the other rental has 2 porches but there is no internal access to the porch from this room, so we assume it was not part of listing. Instructions kept telling us to use the dishwasher; there's no dishwasher.It was confusing on where the beach access parking was. There's a sign that says no parking and a little wire gate that is sometimes up and sometimes down. We left it down because we didn't know better & saw it down earlier, then the locals were rude to us to put it back up. I wish the listing or room had better directions/instructions for beach parking. (But the local beach was very nice & quiet).Not necessarily owners' fault but neighbors were loudly drunk & moving furniture at 1 AM. So it is possible to hear the noise from other listing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Location
Cute spot great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, close to the beach. Had everything we needed! Would definitely come back!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place with an awesome beach access!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The beach is about 1/2 mile walk away, great for shelling and quite secluded. The room is small but is a good value for the location. We used the rental cart to bring chairs to the beach to watch the sunset.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just perfect for our stay on Sanibel. Exceptionally neat and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
room was small but ok for the 2 people. Some confusion about kitchen supplies. Had plates and cups, a bit surprised at no coffee. Did find eating utensils after awhile.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing Weekend

Such a pretty place in a quiet neighborhood. Looking forward to coming back soon. Loved that bikes, beach items were there for us to use. But loved getting up and sitting on the dock looking at the pond with all it's wildlife in the morning. And the short walk to the private beach was just what the doctor ordered.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Getaway Cottage By the Sea

Lovely lovely cottage a short walk to a private beach. Beach gear in the closet (two chairs, an umbrella, and a cooler!). We rode the available bikes to the beach everyday- 3 minute bike ride! Nice lagoon in the back to watch the pretty birds. Room is quaint-just right for 2 people for a 3-day stay! We will for sure be back! (The bed is not comfortable but we made due!!!!) :-)
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

I love everything about this property .

I love everything about this property .. location, pond and wildlife, easy access to the beach. The room was very clean! The shower looked rather new. However, the blinds are bent and broken and small throw pillow is stained and faded. The door is very hard to open and appears to need some trim work completed. The bed was very noisey and the headboard wobbled. I would not consider this room a 5 star room.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Nice Island Rental on a Budget

Property was very clean. Great location close to Captiva and Sanibel. Bathroom was nice and clean. Only complaints: 1. Beach Parking Pass is ONLY for use on the property’s beach access. I wish this was more clearly stated on the room literature as we found this out the hard way! $150 parking ticket! 2. The bed is awful. Not very comfortable at all. That’s about it. The space is small, like a budget hotel room small. But we didn’t spend a lot of time there. Between the bed and one very uncomfortable chair there was no place in the room to get comfortable for me. 3. The bikes that are supplied are old and not in great working order ( The pedal kept falling off one of them! ) Sanibel/Captiva is a beautiful place. If you’re looking for a 5 Star Resort keep looking. (And there are lots of them on this Island but big $$$$) This is a nice hotel room on a beautiful beach for a reasonable price. I probably wouldn’t choose this again but we did have a great time!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I booked this room for 3 nights but ended up leaving after 1. This is a very small room. The bed is horrible and sleep was impossible. Overall, the extremely small space could be uograded with a small investment (new bed, new window treatments) and you could than call it quaint but as it stands now my suggestion would be to save your money and keep looking.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lived ut.

Lived ut.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Cute place away from the traffic and close to the beach.

Cute place away from the traffic and close to the beach... just what we were looking for! Pleasant and responsive
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025