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The Rosella-Great value on Sanibel! Walk to dining, shops and The Lighthouse-on Historic East End!

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Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker
Interior
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Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Rosella-Great value on Sanibel! Walk to dining, shops and The Lighthouse-on Historic East End!

The Parrot Nest is one of the Old-Sanibel cottages located on the quiet East End of the island. Since 1955, our charming cottages have been welcoming visitors and until the early 1960's they were brought to our shores from the mainland by ferryboat.
Our cottages are newly renovated in a coastal decor offering you epic comfort, relaxation in a beautiful room. We are within walking distance to the historic Sanibel Lighthouse and fishing pier, beautiful shelling beaches, shopping and restaurants.
If you like, use our complimentary bikes and explore miles of paths covering the island and leading to wildlife refuges, kayaking spots, secluded beaches, and meandering past more eateries, shops, and galleries. The Rosella cottage is a charming room with a king bed and new daybed ( twin ).

Property manager

Breakaway Vacation Properties

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Sailing 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite 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 not indicated whether 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

Property is also known as

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About the area

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Sanibel, FL

What's nearby

  • Sanibel Island Northern Beach - 11 min walk
  • Sanibel Island Lighthouse - 16 min walk
  • Periwinkle Way - 17 min walk
  • Sanibel Moorings Botanical Gardens - 2 min drive
  • Sanibel and Captiva Island Visitor's Center - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • Southwest Florida Intl. Airport (RSW) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bimini Bait Shack - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Mudbugs Cajun Kitchen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lighthouse Restaurant & Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Gramma Dot's Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Cheeburger Cheeburger - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Rosella-Great value on Sanibel! Walk to dining, shops and The Lighthouse-on Historic East End! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Rosella-Great value on Sanibel! Walk to dining, shops and The Lighthouse-on Historic East End!?

As of Feb 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Rosella-Great value on Sanibel! Walk to dining, shops and The Lighthouse-on Historic East End! on Feb 28, 2025 start from CA $466.36, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at The Rosella-Great value on Sanibel! Walk to dining, shops and The Lighthouse-on Historic East End!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Rosella-Great value on Sanibel! Walk to dining, shops and The Lighthouse-on Historic East End!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Rosella-Great value on Sanibel! Walk to dining, shops and The Lighthouse-on Historic East End! located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Sanibel Sea School and Sanibel Island Southern Beach. Sanibel Island Northern Beach and Sanibel Island Lighthouse are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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The Rosella-Great value on Sanibel! Walk to dining, shops and The Lighthouse-on Historic East End! Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

It was close to the ocean
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tabitha K.

What a great place!
Everything you need. Lovely stay!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Kenneth S.

Rosella 1
Generally good but access and control of TV was difficult. Coffee maker did not work.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gail I.

Made a good choice!
Our cottage was bright and pretty! Perfect spot! We felt right at home. Very private and quiet! There’s bikes to ride, beach stuff, buckets for shelling! Great time to visit! We’ll be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

OLIVIER D.

Sejour à Sanibel Island
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vincent P.

sanibel.
awesome
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Joy T.

Nice location
The property was a studio style space tucked away in an area close to the lighthouse beach end of the island. I enjoyed the space and especially having a bike. For the first few days I smelled an unpleasant water smell coming from the bathroom but the more I used the kitchen sink it seemed to dissipate. I could have used a bit more towels as they were not stored on site and kitchen tools as I planned on prepping about half the meals. Overall it was very quiet. It reminded me of an upscale campground. I could only hear my neighbors when they used the bathroom but I started shutting my interior bathroom door Incase they were up before me. The island is still very much in a build back state. Was sorry to see that most businesses are missing but hopefully over time there will be more to the area to explore. I didn’t have a need to communicate with the property manager while visiting but the notifications prior to the trip were very helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlyn H.

Cute, clean & amazing area
This property was decorated so adorable, having everything you would need for a great stay & the balcony off your room with a view of the beach was our favorite part! Not only was is close to the beach but it was close to restaurants and shopping centers as well!!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Cute cozy place to stay for a couple of days to enjoy sanibel beach.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Isabella

I liked how everything is pretty closed by where I could ride my bike. Great eating places nearby. Everything is so pretty and clean and I loved it. Definitely would be coming back again next summer
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Lisa, Germantown

Property was clean, main studio area was great! Loved that you were texted if the property was available for check-prior to 4:00 pm check-in time. Excellent location with walking distance to some restaurants and the beach. The bathroom could use some updating and improvements. There was very little room to store your personal care products and the shelf provided in unit #1 was slanted so the makeup bag and items always slid off the shelf.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

4/10 Poor

Sarah T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Location but a Tired Property
We stayed at the Rosella Cottage for 3 nights. We really wanted to love everything about it, and hoped we had found a place that we would like to return. We typically like well-maintained properties with a little vintage charm. Unfortunately, this property was not that. We did like the quiet residential location within walking distance to a few restaurants, the beach and the Sanibel Lighthouse and park. Once we parked our car, we did not use it until we left. We also appreciated that the property managers were very responsive when we notified them that the cooktop was not working, a portable replacement arrived within minutes. However, the property is tired and needs attention. The door lock was very difficult to open and clearly needed a shot of oil. If it was difficult for us, it was difficult for the staff, and we wondered why something so obvious wasn't addressed. We felt that the bedding was updated and clean, which is a must. However, the kitchenette and bathroom may have been dated to the point of not being 'cleanable.' The cottage slept up to three people, which must have been why there were 3, and no more than 3, cups, forks, spoons, etc. (Lame and kind of stingy feeling.) The shower did not drain well, so we would be standing in an inch or more of backed up drain water, pretty gross. There was a wicker mirror in the bathroom, and the top of it was covered in dust. There were no towel bars in the bathroom, only hooks on the back of the door. There was one little wall shelf in the bathroom, but the wall mounts were ill-fitted, so the shelf tilted enough to make it useless. There are beach wagons, chairs, and umbrellas provided. A great idea and would be a nice offering, however, we had to go through the chairs and umbrellas to find ones that weren't broken and too rusty. One would think replacing these when necessary would be a priority if the rental fee includes the use of them. We had to wipe off the outside chairs to sit on them, and the paper towels were not only filthy, but had the color of the chairs on them. I was glad that we didn't get that on our clothes. This property could be a real gem. The rental managers were professional, but can only do so much. If the owners or investors aren't willing to re-invest some of the rent money into maintenance and upkeep, it feels disrespectful to people who chose to give them a chance.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Craig U.

Great location & plentiful amenities
As outdoor enthusiasts, we thoroughly enjoyed riding two of the many bicycles available to use. all ends of the island. Beach chairs, umbrellas & shelling tools came in handy also. Clean, comfortable & convenient location. Loved the Lighthouse Cafe next door. We’ll be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

A guest from , C.

Can’t wait to go back
The space was as pictured and described. My spouse and I enjoyed riding the bikes, walking to the beach for the sunset, and perfect location to the wedding we were attending as well as other attractions. Can’t wait to go back
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Kari P.

Quick Sanibel trip
Property was quaint and not bad for a quick overnight stay. Directions to beach and location of room werent crystal. It is on the beach but not close. Bed was extremely comfortable. Lighting in room was dim needs more and bigger lamps. TV was small for such a big room. Make sure you are good with location before booking. Bikes were great fun and nice to be located on property.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heidi H.

Anniversary trip
The cottage was a great location; walking distance to beach, shops, and a few restaurants
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tammy W.

Nice Stay
Property was secluded and serene. Free loaner bikes were great for getting anywhere/everywhere on the dedicated trails and to avoid the heavy traffic. The beach access and free beach gear were wonderful. A very nice stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Aseem S.

Nice stay
Nice place, close to beach, amenities provided for beach abd that very helpful! Do not choose if you want to cook a full meal, otherwise great. Clean, nice peaceful surroundings, very near lighthouse cafe! Happy to stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

stacie o.

Location, privacy and amenities
So great to have parking, bikes, beach chairs, laundry and a grill. Beach is a 3 min ride , very clean and private. Loved this place

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

Quaint and relaxing stay in Sanibel Island
Loved this place! Very low key and lots of private space with your own patio. Short walk to the beach. The bakery and ice cream shop nearby was so nice to have, great treats and breakfast. I would definitely stay here again. Great value for your money staying on sanibel island. My only disappointment is that the fire pit appears to only be for decoration and not for actual use which is pointless. Would be nice to have an actual fire pit area to lounge and relax by the campfire.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Brian L.

Quiet small place
Felt like we had the place to ourselves! Wish I could hit rewind and then pause as we came home to the effects of the virus. Easy on/ off the island being on this end. The bed was a little too firm for us would be the only thing we would mention.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kathy K.

Tranquility! Cottage - 5 minute bike ride from the beach.
Property was exactly as the photos depicted. Extremely comfortable mattress, quality bedding. Private little retreat with your own private patio area. Decor was beautiful and relaxing. Check in was a breeze. Bikes, beach chairs, beach carts, and beach umbrellas are there for use. Cable tv. It was relaxing to sit in the various areas around the property and look and listen to the birds. We saw an osprey nesting, also fun to watch the little lizards running around. The ice cream shop was right beside the property. Their ice cream and baked goods were delicious. There were also two nice gift shops and a small restaurant. The 5 minute bike ride to Sanibel Lighthouse and Beach was on a paved, safe path and easy to navigate. Parking at the beach is very limited and pay by the hour. The beach is beautiful and the shelling is fantastic! The earlier in the day the better. We also took a morning to go to Turner Beach, a short drive to Captiva Island. Island Pizza was very good and reasonably priced. We only stayed one night on the island, but could have stayed forever!

10/10 Excellent

Jacquelin T.

Nice beach cottage in great location on Sanibel
Spent a great week in spacious, fresh studio on Sanibel. Close to beach, fishing pier, but in a tropical private setting with grill, bikes, laundry, widely-spaced cottages.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

We loved the very quiet, relaxed atmosphere and the room was in great condition.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019