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Canal-Front Coastal Escape | Private Dock & Private Pool Island Living at 231 Flamingo St

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Welcome to Shella Close to the Beach!Cool Off & Unwind in the is Backyard OasisSun-Soaked Poolside at Shella!Back Dock Area-Dock Only-No Use of the Boat or LiftWelcome to your Vacation Retreat!
Shella Close To The Beach
2 Promotions available
Sleeps 14
3 Bedrooms
2 Full Baths
Top Reasons to Book Shella Close To The Beach:

* Canal Front Home with Private Pool

* Beautifully Updated

* Great Open Floorplan, Perfect for Entertaining and Relaxing

* 727 Yards to Beach Access 12

* Professionally Managed

* If you are traveling with a pet, please call the reservations team with the within 24 hours of placing your reservation. Guests are responsible for paying a non-refundable pet fee for dogs under 30lbs is $200 per dog; dogs above 30lbs is $300 per dog.*

Escape to Shella Close To The Beach, a stunning canal-front retreat where relaxation and waterfront living come together. This beautifully appointed vacation home offers everything you need for the perfect island getaway, including a private heated pool, hot tub, and direct access to the peaceful canal ideal and private dock for boating, kayaking, or simply enjoying serene water views.

Inside, the home is bright, open, and inviting, with spacious living areas designed for comfort and togetherness. Large windows bring in natural light and offer glimpses of the canal, making every moment feel connected to the water. The fully equipped kitchen makes it easy to prepare meals for family or friends, and dining spaces flow effortlessly to outdoor seating to watch the dolphins or to enjoy the sunsets. Property boasts cooking essentials that include an electric mixer, skillet and crockpot making dining in easy and effortless.

Step outside to your private backyard paradise: lounge by the heated pool, soak in the hot tub, or enjoy morning coffee and evening cocktails while watching boats drift along the canal. The home also features ample outdoor seating both on the upper-level lanai and directly off of the pool area, perfect for gatherings or quiet relaxation. This home is also fully equipped for families to enjoy game night in the lower level with games and ping-pong and corn hole. For your adventures at the beach, the property also provides in the storage room in the lower area, beach chairs, wagon and cooler.

The Bed Setup:

Primary Bedroom: Queen Bed

Guest Bedroom: Queen Bed

Guest Bedroom: Two Twin Over Full Bunk Beds

Bonus Sleeping Area: Two Queen Beds

*This property does not allow parties of adults under the age of 25.*

Area Activities:

Welcome to Fort Myers Beach! There are multiple state parks nearby that are waiting for your adventures. Jump on the trolley to take you south to the secluded Lover's Key State Park or go north to Bowditch Point Park. The Fish Tale Marina offers boat rentals and dockage for those wanting to get out on the water. Travel around the island in style in a rented Moke or golf cart. Trolley service is also available from Estero Boulevard to the Times Square area, the central hub of Fort Myers Beach. If a day trip is what you are looking for check out the Key West Express for an unforgettable trip to Key West. Don’t forget to see Sanibel Lighthouse which is less than 15 miles away!

231 Flamingo St
STR 26-0277
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Top 6 Amenities
Water View
Hot Tub
Beach Access
Private Pool
Short Walk to Beach
Game Room

Room Arrangements

Primary Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Guest Bedroom 1

2 Twin over Full Bunk Beds

Guest Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bonus Sleeping-Lower Level

2 Queen Beds

Primary Bathroom

Guest Bathroom

Availability
Location
9 Reviews
5.0  

Stayed August 2026

5/5 
"House was extremely clean and beautiful, private pool and hot tub, walkable distance to the beach, had kayaks and a ping pong table downstairs."

Stayed August 2026

5/5 
"We had a fabulous stay at Shella Close to the Beach. The house is clean and comfortable with special touches to make your stay feel like a luxury resort. The house provides fun activities and space to relax. The owners have thought of everything. We can’t wait to stay here again."
Allison
Customer Relations Representative
Thank you, Steph & Joe. So glad Shella Close To The Beach provided a fabulous stay — pleased the home felt clean, comfortable, and like a luxury resort, and that you enjoyed the activities and relaxing spaces. The owners do take pride in the details. We appreciate the review and look forward to welcoming you back to Shella Close To The Beach and Sun Palace Vacation Homes.

Stayed July 2026

5/5 
"We are locals, having been in Ft. Myers for over 55 years. We love doing stay-cations on the beach and this was the perfect house for our family of 10 to get together for my husband’s 65th birthday! Great location, beautiful house and everyone loved the bonus area on the ground level!"
Allison
Customer Relations Representative
Thank you Debbie for the 5-Star Review! So glad Shella Close To The Beach was the perfect spot for your family stay-cation and your husband’s 65th birthday. Great to hear the location, beautiful house, and the ground-level bonus area were a hit for your group of 10. We appreciate you suggestions as well and we will get those things taken care of ! Thank you ! We’d love to host you again! Sun Palace Vacation Homes
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