Title: Short Walk to Beach. Lovely Family Home! 161 Gulf Island Dr. Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=101823273&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Short Walk to Beach. Lovely Family Home! 161 Gulf Island Dr. Holiday home in Fort Myers Beach with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for Short Walk to Beach. Lovely Family Home! 161 Gulf Island Dr. ![Dining - Short Walk to Beach. Lovely Family Home! 161 Gulf Island Dr. (Fort Myers Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101830000/101823300/101823273/c30656ad.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - Short Walk to Beach. Lovely Family Home! 161 Gulf Island Dr. (Fort Myers Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101830000/101823300/101823273/f1b7478d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Short Walk to Beach. Lovely Family Home! 161 Gulf Island Dr. (Fort Myers Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101830000/101823300/101823273/cdba1d9d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Short Walk to Beach. Lovely Family Home! 161 Gulf Island Dr. (Fort Myers Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101830000/101823300/101823273/a2b8deb8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Short Walk to Beach. Lovely Family Home! 161 Gulf Island Dr. (Fort Myers Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101830000/101823300/101823273/42e5223a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Fort Myers Beach is calling your name at 161 Gulf Island, a dog-friendly cottage that's just steps from the white sand beach and neighborhood walkway to the back bay. This recently renovated home shines with natural light through its many windows and features an updated kitchen, outdoor shower, and laundry on ground level. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61076 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning ## 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. ### Short Walk to Beach. Lovely Family Home! 161 Gulf Island Dr. 161 Gulf Island is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom cottage on Fort Myers Beach! This property has been recently renovated and is ready to become your home-away from-home. This property is just a short walk to the white sand beach and is just across the street from the neighborhood walkway to the back bay. This street is in a great location as it's a quiet residential street not far from the Publix grocery store. Perfect for snowbirds! This home is also dog-friendly, so you can bring that furry friend with you! The home features a lot of windows and white shiplap walls, making the home filled with sunlight. The kitchen has been updated and includes all major appliances. The laundry is located on ground level below the home. There is also an outdoor shower, making it easy to rinse off after returning from the beach! Property is located in a quiet zone neighborhood, just steps to a neighborhood beach access point with a gazebo as well as a private fishing pier on the back bay that offers a large tiki so you can relax in the shade. Linens are included! We provide all bed linen, bath towels, hand towels and even a set of towels you can take to the beach. 3 Bedrooms: \-1 Queen bed \-1 Full bed \-1 Full bed 2 Bathrooms: \- 1 Walk-in Shower \- 1 Shower/tub combo Minimum age to rent is 25 years old. Please consider Travel Insurance for unexpected situations preventing travel. NO SMOKING ALLOWED. This unit is pet-friendly with a 2-pet limit, pets are limited to dogs only. A written request at the time of booking is required to bring any animal, including pets, emotional support animals, and service animals. A non-refundable $200/animal fee applies for pets and emotional support animals. The fee will be added to your booking total, with applicable taxes when we receive your Official Animal Request to our email. Additional charges will be added for each unauthorized animal if animals are brought without permission. We would like to note that there may still be construction occurring or construction materials near the property as a result of post Hurricane Ian renovations. This unit is managed by TriPower Vacation Rentals, a professional vacation rental management company located on Fort Myers Beach. Guests are required to sign a Rental Agreement with TriPower to finalize booking. This unit has a keyless entry so you can head right to the unit at check-in time. A code will be emailed to you a few days before arrival. Looking for additional space to rent with friends? Inquire with us and we'll confirm if our other house on this same street is also available for your dates. Enjoy the island life here on Fort Myers Beach! Looking for a fun way to have transportation around the island? TriPower guests can receive a discount on renting bikes, golf carts, scooters, and more from our local partner, Sun N Fun! Visit their website: and use our promo code TRIPOWER10 to get 10% off your rental with them. Reservations can also be made by phone ator in person at 1821 Estero Blvd., just be sure to mention the discount code. Town of Fort Myers Beach Registration: R250179 ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near an outlet shopping centre - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the sea ### Things to do - Golf - Tennis - Water park - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; 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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 Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 2970-258894 ## About the area ![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%7C26.44126%2C-81.92455&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=6pTg7dEBx1_FkSSmiH5ITcfcZgQ=) Fort Myers Beach, FL #### What's nearby - Estero Boulevard Beach \- 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Sterling Ave Beach \- 9 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Mound House \- 12 min walk \- 0.7 miles - Matanzaz Pass Preserve \- 3 min drive \- 1.3 miles - Bay Oaks Recreation Center \- 3 min drive \- 1.3 miles #### Getting around - Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.) - 45 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Parrot Key Caribbean Grill - ‬10 min drive - ‪Junkanoo Below Deck - ‬14 min walk - ‪Beach Bar - ‬5 min drive - ‪The Fresh Catch Bistro - ‬16 min walk - ‪Cabaña's Beach Bar & Grill - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Short Walk to Beach. Lovely Family Home! 161 Gulf Island Dr. pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Short Walk to Beach. Lovely Family Home! 161 Gulf Island Dr.? ### What time is check-in at Short Walk to Beach. Lovely Family Home! 161 Gulf Island Dr.? ### What time is check-out at Short Walk to Beach. Lovely Family Home! 161 Gulf Island Dr.? ### Where is Short Walk to Beach. Lovely Family Home! 161 Gulf Island Dr. located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Short Walk to Beach. Lovely Family Home! 161 Gulf Island Dr. Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lori T. 4 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Clean home The house is not the newest on the block, but it is one of the cleanest. We stayed there two weeks and the location of the home is perfect. You can walk to the beach and walk to the grocery store and walk to a restaurant. If you don’t need to stay in the latest and greatest decor, the beach house is a good option. I would stay here again. ##### Lori T. Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### KEVIN S. 22 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Enjoyed our stay! Clean Property with an old school vibe. Comfortable beds & had everything we needed. Very short walk to the beach, Having Publix Grocery store just a couple blocks away was fantastic! Loved that there were beach chairs, umbrellas water boards & even a cart available making it effortless to hit the beach with everything we needed in a single trip. Neighborhood is quiet, but plenty of friendly folks walking around. Property management was very quick to communicate with me on a small issue I had with the smart thermostat scheduling in the home. If I was being a bit of a nitpick, I would say that the living room furniture was not very comfortable, but considering it was setup with futon couches to accommodate extra sleeping space this may not be a negative for everyone. A couple comfortable chairs & ottomans would go a long way! We would & probably will stay at this "Ian Survivor" again! ##### KEVIN S. Stayed 15 nights in Mar 2024 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lindsay M. 12 Mar 2024 #### Great Stay! Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Amazing location and wonderful hosts to work with! ##### Lindsay M. ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Sunset Key Cottages](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Key-West-Hotels-Sunset-Key-Cottages.h17456804.Hotel-Information) > > [Universal’s Loews Portofino Bay Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Orlando-Hotels-Universals-Loews-Portofino-Bay-Hotel.h201033.Hotel-Information) > > [Universal's Hard Rock Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Orlando-Hotels-Universals-Hard-Rock-Hotel.h485506.Hotel-Information) > > [Universal’s Loews Royal Pacific Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Orlando-Hotels-Universals-Loews-Royal-Pacific-Resort.h856706.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Riu Plaza Miami Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Miami-Hotels-Hotel-Riu-Plaza-Miami-Beach.h74574.Hotel-Information) > > [Bentley Hotel South Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Miami-Hotels-Bentley-Hotel-South-Beach.h120299.Hotel-Information) > > [Esmé Miami Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Miami-Hotels-Esme-Miami-Beach.h58072094.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Club Vacations at Orange Lake Resort by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Orlando-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Club-Vacations-At-Orange-Lake-Resort.h6315.Hotel-Information) > > [Universal's Endless Summer Resort - Surfside Inn and Suites](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Orlando-Hotels-Universals-Endless-Summer-Resort-Surfside-Inn-And-Suites.h27522522.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Place Tampa Downtown](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tampa-Hotels-Hyatt-Place-Tampa-Downtown.h59632755.Hotel-Information) > > [Loews Miami Beach Hotel – South Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Miami-Hotels-Loews-Miami-Beach-Hotel-South-Beach.h81223.Hotel-Information) > > [1 Hotel South Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Miami-Hotels-1-Hotel-South-Beach.h1790087.Hotel-Information) > > [Southernmost Beach Resort and Guesthouses](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Key-West-Hotels-Southernmost-Beach-Resort.h863329.Hotel-Information) > > [Magic Village Views Trademark Collection by Wyndham](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Orlando-Hotels-Magic-Village-Views-Trademark-Collection-By-Wyndham.h36882728.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt House Naples/5th Avenue](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Naples-Hotels-Hyatt-House-Naples5th-Avenue.h12805323.Hotel-Information) > > [LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort - A Noble House Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Naples-Hotels-LaPlaya-Beach-Golf-Resort-A-Noble-House-Resort.h25199.Hotel-Information) > > [Universal's Endless Summer Resort - Dockside Inn and Suites](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Orlando-Hotels-Universals-Endless-Summer-Dockside-Inn-Suites.h33770341.Hotel-Information) > > [Fontainebleau Miami Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Miami-Hotels-Fontainebleau-Miami-Beach.h1190549.Hotel-Information) > > [DoubleTree by Hilton at the Entrance to Universal Orlando](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Orlando-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-At-The-Entrance-To-Universal-Orlando.h5398.Hotel-Information) > > [UMA House by Yurbban South Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Miami-Hotels-UMA-House-By-Yurbban-South-Beach.h74778624.Hotel-Information) > > [Universal's Cabana Bay Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Orlando-Hotels-Universals-Cabana-Bay-Beach-Resort.h5963292.Hotel-Information) > > [Fontainebleau Sorrento Oceanview Junior Suite with free parking](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Miami-Hotels-Fontainebleau-Sorrento-Oceanview-Junior-Suite-With-Free-Parking.h29618894.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Greystone - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Miami-Hotels-Hotel-Greystone.h34892018.Hotel-Information) > > [The Shire at West Haven 101](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Orlando-Hotels-The-Shire-At-West-Haven-101.h35790310.Hotel-Information) > > [Kimpton EPIC Hotel by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Miami-Hotels-Kimpton-EPIC-Hotel.h2237168.Hotel-Information) > > [Outrigger Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Fort-Myers-Hotels-Outrigger-Beach-Resort.h170919.Hotel-Information) > > [The Seagate Hotel, Golf & Beach Club, Autograph Collection](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Delray-Beach-Hotels-The-Seagate-Hotel-Spa.h2803783.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Beach Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Miami-Hotels-Grand-Beach-Hotel.h2238836.Hotel-Information) > > [Universal's Aventura Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Orlando-Hotels-Universals-Aventura-Hotel.h18352896.Hotel-Information) ---