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Imperial River VACATION GEM - Best Resort-Like Vacation on the Imperial River!

Bonita Springs vacation home with private pool

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A resort with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, palm trees, and a modern house.
A room with two armchairs, a small round table, a wooden cabinet, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.
A modern kitchen with a large window, white cabinets, and a central island.
A resort with a pool, palm trees, and a boat dock.
A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a wall decorated with fish and a painting.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Bonita Springs, FL
  • Place, Bonita Fairways Golf Course
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Promenade at Bonita Bay
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Barefoot Beach
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.)
    ‪27 min drive‬

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About the area

Bonita Springs

On river.Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Bonita Springs vacation home, you'll find Bonita Fairways Golf Course and Promenade at Bonita Bay. Depot Park and Everglades Wonder Gardens are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Bonita Fairways Golf Course - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Promenade at Bonita Bay - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Barefoot Beach - 12 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Bonita Beach Park - 12 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Bonita Springs Public Beach - 13 min drive - 7.0 km

Getting around

  • Southwest Florida Intl. Airport (RSW) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Zorba's Greek Resturant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪DeRomo's Italian Market & Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Iguana Mia - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pop Onigiri - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Imperial River VACATION GEM - Best Resort-Like Vacation on the Imperial River!

It's called The River Shack... but it's more like The River "Chic" ... You will feel like you are at an all inclusive private resort here at The River Shack - completely and privately inclusive for you!

Each bedroom has a queen bed to sleep a total of four guests. The living room is furnished with a sofa bed to accommodate two additional guests. The kitchen is fully equipped for preparation of all meals. A laundry room is on site as well, so pack as little or as much as you like!

Enjoy an enormous outside entertainment area to include an outdoor kitchen, lots of dining space, fire pit, heated pool & spa all while admiring the amazing view of the Imperial River.

You will love the tranquil, peaceful sounds of the wildlife! Take advantage of the kayak and paddle boards and keep an eye out for dolphins and manatee!

The River Shack is a nice bike ride away from the up and coming Downtown Bonita Springs... check out the Survey Cafe, the Downtown Wine & Coffee Company and the newly opened Rooftop at Riverside. You may even be around for a concert event or festival at Riverside Park. Of course, Bonita Beach is just about 5 miles away. So much to do!

Book your vacation at the River Shack, relax and enjoy this vacation gem... you won't want to leave!

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Kayak
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby

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
  • First aid kit

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,400 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Imperial River VACATION GEM - Best Resort-Like Vacation on the Imperial River! to the airport?

This vacation home is 21.7 mi (32-min drive) away from the Southwest Florida Intl. Airport (RSW) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Imperial River VACATION GEM - Best Resort-Like Vacation on the Imperial River! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Imperial River VACATION GEM - Best Resort-Like Vacation on the Imperial River! to the beach?

This vacation home is 4.5 mi (17-min drive) from Barefoot Beach and 4.6 mi (16-min drive) from Bonita Springs Public Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Imperial River VACATION GEM - Best Resort-Like Vacation on the Imperial River! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Imperial River VACATION GEM - Best Resort-Like Vacation on the Imperial River!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Imperial River VACATION GEM - Best Resort-Like Vacation on the Imperial River!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Imperial River VACATION GEM - Best Resort-Like Vacation on the Imperial River!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Imperial River VACATION GEM - Best Resort-Like Vacation on the Imperial River! have a pool?

Yes, there's a private pool.

Does Imperial River VACATION GEM - Best Resort-Like Vacation on the Imperial River! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Imperial River VACATION GEM - Best Resort-Like Vacation on the Imperial River! to downtown Bonita Springs?

This vacation home is 1.2 mi away from Bonita Springs.

Imperial River VACATION GEM - Best Resort-Like Vacation on the Imperial River! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 66 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 66 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 66 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 66 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 66 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome home, great location! We loved our time here.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place, great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved “the river shack” such a cool vibe!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent host and wonderful property! Would definitely return and recommend this place!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Arnaldo was a great host! The accommodations exceeded our expectations. We would definitely recommend a stay at the River Shack to our family and friends!
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another amazing stay at the River shack! dolphins and manatees swimming by. This place is heaven on earth!
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Enjoyed the hot tub and pool
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the River Shack. The home is exceptional, furnished beautifully, and well-stocked. The pool and hot tub could not be better and the speakers located throughout the yard with a playlist set up to use was an added enjoyment. Nardi was a great host and always available to answer any questions we had. The location of the home is perfect...close to everything you could want. We just can't say enough about how we loved this property! Thank you, Nardi, and we plan on coming back next year!Dennis & Nancy
Stayed 22 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check-in easy!Kitchen is amazingly stocked
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spring trip

Perfect setup, close to everything you would want!! Exceeded our expectations, and would consider it again if in the area!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Heaven

We stay at the river shack every time we visit Bonita Springs. Love watching dolphins and Manatees swim by. It's the perfect location and Nardi is the perfect host! Love this place!!
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Family Getaway :)

We absolutely loved the River Shack. We needed a weekend to relax and reset, this was a the perfect place for that. The property is stunning and the view is amazing! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great communication, great pool/hot tub, great house, great stay! Really liked the outdoor area and had everything we needed! Very fast internet! Would love to come back and stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The Remarkable Rivershack

The Rivershack was beyond remarkable! It's a breathtaking property, that is extremely well kept and the perfect place to relax and refuel.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice stay

The property is as advertised. Great fishing. Nice pool. Good host.
Stayed 17 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Exceeded expectations

This place is quite a gem!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect for friends

Amazing house with awesome outdoor areas! Good comunication with the host, love to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful

The owners went above and beyond to make our stay wonderful. Great people
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect getaway

Loved everything about this house. It’s quiet and peaceful with everything close by. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The river shack is beautiful and very relaxing Nardi is an excellent host and very accommodating. He answers your inquiries immediately and we actually consider him a friend as we have stayed multiple times .Thanks Nardi for your kindness and sharing the beautiful river shack with us . And of course we will be back !!
Stayed 19 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Paradise to Perfection!

5 plus rating on Everything! MY FAVORITE PLACE SO FAR!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was exactly as described and shown. Ease of check in and cleanliness was great. Space for 2 adults and teen. Location was close to beach, restaurants and shopping. Owner was fast to respond to messages and helped with any questions we had. We would recommend the house and hope to get back to stay when in the area. We had a great time and glad we chose the River Shack for our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

can't wait to go back

This was our second stay at river shack. It will not be our last, beautiful house, gorgeous property. Close to everything. I love this place!!!
Stayed 15 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Paradise

Property is absolutely beautiful and exactly as shown and stated online! Loved every minute of stay and will definitely stay again! Landscaping and outdoors is lovely and relaxing.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

escaping the cold

Had another amazing stay at the river shack. It's becoming a home away from home. Love the location, the wildlife on the river, and of course relaxing in the pool. Thank you again to our host Nardi! See you soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024