Title: Iona Palms Retreat Home on lush acreage by Sanibel FMB Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=602729&destination=Fort+Myers%2C+Florida%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=70986164&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Iona Palms Retreat Home on lush acreage by Sanibel FMB ## Photo gallery for Iona Palms Retreat Home on lush acreage by Sanibel FMB ![Dining - Iona Palms Retreat Home on lush acreage by Sanibel FMB (Fort Myers)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70990000/70986200/70986164/13edf937.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![5 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets - Iona Palms Retreat Home on lush acreage by Sanibel FMB (Fort Myers)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70990000/70986200/70986164/84c762bc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Iona Palms Retreat Home on lush acreage by Sanibel FMB (Fort Myers)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70990000/70986200/70986164/d092e3ed.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Iona Palms Retreat Home on lush acreage by Sanibel FMB (Fort Myers)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70990000/70986200/70986164/fdcae6a6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV - Iona Palms Retreat Home on lush acreage by Sanibel FMB (Fort Myers)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70990000/70986200/70986164/57bf935f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to the Iona Palms private retreat situated on a former tropical exotic palm tree nursery. This perfect family and friends getaway with a HEATED pool is only 5 minutes to the all natural Bunche Beach, 6 minutes to Sanibel causeway and 7 minutes to FMB bridge. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - 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. ### Iona Palms Retreat Home on lush acreage by Sanibel FMB Escape to the Iona Palms private retreat situated on a former tropical exotic palm tree nursery on lush acreage. This perfect family and friends getaway with private HEATED pool (we leave at 85 for you inc) is only 5 minutes to the all natural Bunche Beach, 6 minutes to Sanibel causeway and 7 minutes to FMB bridge. You won't believe the location and privacy when lounging poolside. Dog ok (pet fee will apply) Home relisted in Jan 2024 and current pics taken in December, 2023 ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Heated pool - Outdoor pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - One pet total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Things to do - Heated pool ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ## Similar properties ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107090000/107085100/107085090/949b94e8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ft. 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Iona - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer 10 Exceptional 17 reviews £451 includes taxes & fees 27 Apr - 28 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-27&endDate=2026-04-28&selected=111823651&PinnedHotelID=111823651&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Compare similar properties](/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-13&endDate=2026-04-14&selected=70986164&PinnedHotelID=70986164&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2&comparePropertyIds=70986164,107085090,93462860,89149591,110901453) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 25 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 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 ### Rules Over 6 guests is $50 per guest ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 1 total pets Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property 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. ## About the area Iona, a neighbourhood in Fort Myers, is home to this holiday home. While the natural beauty of Estero Boulevard Beach and Sanibel Island Southern Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Key West Express. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Lee Health Sports Complex or FastTrax Fort Myers. [Visit our Fort Myers travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Fort-Myers.dx602729) [View more Holiday homes in Fort Myers](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Fort-Myers-Private-Holiday-Homes.d602729-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=26.509178,-81.97388&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:mmy%60DvoisN%3FQ%3FQ%3FO%40Q%3FQ%40Q%40O%40S%40OBO%40QBQ%40OBQBOBOBSDMBQDODOBQFMDQDMDQFMDOFOFMFOFOFMHMFOHMFKHMHMHMHMHMHKJKHMJKJKHIJMJIJKJILKJIJILIJGLILILGJILGLGLGLGLGNELELGNELELCNELCNENCLCNCLANCNANCLANANANAN%3FN%3FL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FL%40N%40N%40N%40NBL%40NBN%40LBNBNBLDNBLDNBLDLDNFLDLFLDLFLFLFLFLHLFJHLHLFJHJHLHJJJHJJJHJLJHHJJJJLHJHJJLHLHLFLHLHJHLFNFLHLFNFNDLFNFNDLFPDLDPDLDPDNBNDPBNBPBNBNBPBN%40PBP%40N%40N%40R%40N%40P%40P%3FP%3FN%40P%3FP%3FNAP%3FP%3FPANAPAPAPANAPCPANCPCNCNCPCNCPENCNEPENENENENGNENGLGNENGLGNINGJGNILILILGLIJILKLIJIJKLKJIJKJKJKHKJKJKHMHKHKHMHMFKHMHMFMFMFMFMFMDMFMDOFMDMDOBMDODMBOBOBMBOBO%40MBO%40OBO%3FO%40M%40O%40O%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FO%3FOAOAOAO%3FMCOAOCOAMCOCMCOCOCMEOEMCMEOEMGMEOEMGMGMGMGMGKGMIMIMGKIMIKIKIMIKKKKKIKKIKKKKKIMKKIKIMIMIKIMIMGMIMGOIKGOGOGMGOGOEMGOEOEOEOGOCOEQEOCOEOCQCQCOCOAQCOAQCQAOAQAQAQ%3FOAQ%3FQ%3FQ%3FO&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=cidMl1-bnfrDzVFXCKeSuk43Ino=) Fort Myers, FL ### What's nearby - ![San Carlos Bay - Bunche Beach Preserve](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6296159/41ec9c7f-9657-4079-9f93-efcdbcb0b6c1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) San Carlos Bay - Bunche Beach Preserve 2 min drive \- 1.3 miles - ![Estero Bay Preserve State Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/500699/0d3b552e-89ab-4599-a216-7d6a00fb70f8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Estero Bay Preserve State Park 2 min drive \- 1.5 miles - ![Fort Myers Beach Skyline ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/715320190101929984/b992d146-5e5d-4513-a36a-ff6253018155.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Estero Boulevard Beach 9 min drive \- 5.6 miles - Tribby Arts Center 15 min walk \- 0.8 miles - Key West Express 9 min drive \- 5.3 miles ### Getting around - Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.) 35 min drive ### Restaurants - Love Boat Ice Cream 6 min drive - Circle K 3 min drive - The Grill 6 min drive - Starbucks 6 min drive - Osaka Japanese Steakhouse 6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Iona Palms Retreat Home on lush acreage by Sanibel FMB have a pool? ### Is Iona Palms Retreat Home on lush acreage by Sanibel FMB pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Iona Palms Retreat Home on lush acreage by Sanibel FMB? ### What time is check-in at Iona Palms Retreat Home on lush acreage by Sanibel FMB? ### What time is check-out at Iona Palms Retreat Home on lush acreage by Sanibel FMB? ### Where is Iona Palms Retreat Home on lush acreage by Sanibel FMB located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Iona Palms Retreat Home on lush acreage by Sanibel FMB 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 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 19 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome property. We had a cousins reunion. This house was perfect. Well appointed furnishings. All amenities that we needed. Beds were very comfy. Owner was very gracious. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Geri C. 20 Jun 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place This was a great way to spend time with family that came from three different areas. The home was very clean and very comfortable for 9 people, close to beaches and shopping. The owner was great to communicate with. Would definitely recommend this place to everyone! ##### Geri C. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kristen M. 7 Jun 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing stay and host! We absolutely love this property! Total privacy, beautiful pool and accomodations, comfortable beds and sitting areas. We loved that we could ride bikes around the property and to the local fruit stand. The home was just a quick drive to many beaches and the host has provided all you need for the beach! John was an excellent host.. incredibly quick to reply to messages and was in contact throughout the week! I definitely recommend staying here.. it was an excellent experience from beginning to end! We loved it!! ##### Kristen M. 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