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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 82100 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

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Marco Island, FL
  • Marco Island Marina
    7 min walk
  • Marco Town Center Mall
    12 min walk
  • Esplanade Shoppes
    2 min drive
  • Marco Island, FL (MRK)
    11 min drive

About this property

Tropical Island Retreat! Early check-in/Late check-out! Click 3rd pic for video!

Welcome to the Pantlind Island House located in the heart of Marco Island! You’ll treasure this beautiful, immaculate island house that offers everything your heart desires for relaxation. A spacious open floor plan with vaulted ceilings and expansive sliding glass doors that brings the outdoors in. A newly remodeled, large kitchen (fully equipped) with bar seating and dining area that flows into the great room with views throughout of the pool area.

To enhance guests relaxation, the great room has a 65” HD Sony TV with sound bar. There are three spacious bedrooms recently carpeted and cable- HD smart TVs and two newly remodeled full bathrooms. In the great room, the large sliding glass doors completely open to an extra-large screened in lanai and heated pool and Weber grill. The Home-office with French doors has a day bed, laser printer, copier, scanner, & WiFi. There is a google home in the kitchen, garage parking, plus additional parking area, hammock, w/ many spectacular palm trees peppered throughout the property, 4 bikes, beach accessories, and so much more.

Conveniently located near everything! The Pantlind Island House is just seconds from the bridge for easy access on and off the island. The home is walking distance to shops & restaurants, and a 20 minute bike ride or 10 minute drive to the beaches. The Pantlind Island House offers all the resort amenities that guests could ever wish for in a tropical paradise! These amenities and upgrades allow for guests to relax and focus on what’s important - like the beaches, boating, fishing, hiking, swimming, restaurants, wild life viewing, and many other unique island experiences.

The Pantlind Island House is meticulously cared for and when you walk into this tropical paradise, you might smell the island ocean air and feel the island love that exudes from the home. The main living area has vaulted ceiling’s and sliding glass doors that expand the entire length of the wall to an open air view of the lanai, pool, and lush tropical vegetation - where it will be hard for you to discern between the inside and the outdoors. The living room is equipped with a 65-inch Sony Smart HD TV with X-finity Basic Plus Cable with Bose sound bar and a voice command remote control. Guests can also watch their own favorite streaming programs on the TVs too if they wish.

Guests might prefer to listen to Island music from the Pantlind Island House’s Google Home which plays music at request, like hey google play Jimmy Buffet, the songs can be heard from the pool, while soaking in a 87-degree water or floating on chairs. Guests can dry off with large beach towels or by the warmth of the island sun on 4 Telescope lounger chairs, all provided by the Pantlind Island House.

For the more traditional coastal relaxation, guests can stretch out in a hammock hung between two large Christmas palm trees just off the screened-in lanai. While swaying in the hammock guests can look up at the blue sky and may be able to spot a hawk or eagle soaring by or hear a Burrowing Owl’s chirp. Along with bird watching, the hammock is a perfect spot for a good read like “Old Man in the Sea” or “Robinson Crusoe”.

Exploring the island at the Pantlind is easy - guests can hop on one of our 4 bikes that are complimentary. The bikes are accessorized with baskets and locks. It is around 20 minute bike ride to Tigertail Beach. While at the beach, admiring the turquoise waters of the gulf and white sugary sand of Tigertail beach, guests can bring their beach chairs, towels, beach bags, and shelling tools that are provided for use by the Pantlind Island House.

After so much relaxation guests will surely be hungry and might want to grill up some delicious Island barbecue on a Weber Grill out on the lanai. A Pottery Barn wicker table with 6 matching chairs is located on the lanai along with 2 other comfy wicker chairs. If guests prefer eating indoors there is a dining table that seats 6 people and a kitchen island bar next to the dining table that seats 5 people.

The spacious open kitchen has been recently remodeled with beautiful coastal quartz counter tops, large white kitchen cabinets and high end appliances. There are also additional appliances provided to ensure much island fun: 2 coffee makers, one being a Keurig, 2 blenders, hand mixer, and 2nd refrigerator in the garage. Also plastic plates, bowls, and cups are available for poolside snacks. The kitchen is also stocked with basic cooking utensils, pots and pans, and spices.

The Pantlind Island House provides additional relaxation inside the home with cozy, coastal reading and game nook filled with good reads and books on Florida hiking, wildlife and shelling identification books. These books are special to us and our heart ❤️ because one of the main reason we love Marco Island so much is its natural beauty and the Island’s protection of the wildlife (especially endangered) and beaches.

When it is time for guests to sleep, the Pantlind Island House values comfort with sleep as much as island living. The “Master Bedroom” has a king bed and is equipped with a 45-inch HD Smart Cable TV. The cozy bed has a soft light-weight down comforter, with luxurious linen and a new memory foam mattress. The room also has a ceiling fan to stay cool if guest opt out of air conditioner. The master suite has a private bathroom with an oversized tub and shower, hair dryer, plush towels and a large walk-in closet where guests might question how long they just might want to stay. The master bedroom also has a sliding glass door with access to the pool and lanai. There are 2 wicker chairs and table to enjoy your morning cup of coffee or juice after a good night's sleep.

On the other side of the island house there are 2 additional bedrooms. The “Tropical Room” which is on the left hand side of the wing and has 2 full beds - both with new memory foam mattress, light-weight down duvet, comfy sheets, large dresser, hanging rack, and 45-inch HD Smart Cable TV. The “Tropical Room” has a ceiling fan and 2 windows with views of palm trees that are scattered throughout the spacious yard.

The 3rd Bedroom, the “Jungle Room”, is located on the right side of the wing of the house and has a gorgeous 4 poster bamboo queen bed (hence jungle room) with a new memory foam mattress, light-weight down duvet and cozy sheets with a good size closet, a dresser, ceiling fan, and a 35-inch Smart HD Cable TV with remote.

There is an additional full bathroom that has a combined shower and bath that is located off of the hallway with access to the pool area for convenience of coming into the bathroom directly from the pool. The bathroom has beautiful quartz countertops, plenty of plush towels, and hair dryer.

For guests who need to do a little work before fun and exploring the island🌴 the Pantlind Island House has a private office with French doors that can be closed for a little quiet - if needed. The office is equipped with a laser printer that has air printing, copying, and scanning capabilities. The office also has an additional private sleeping area with a single bed.

Additionally provided for guests: maps, restaurant and shop list, guide books, portable queen air mattress with cozy bedding for visitors, a full-sized washer and dryer, vacuum, handheld vacuum, extra towels, and many cleaning supplies--to keep the house clean during your stay.

With the meticulous level of detail that we have provided for our guests, we are hopeful that it will be apparent just how dear to our heart ♥️ the Pantlind Island House 🌴 and Marco Island is to us. It is our wish that you will enjoy your time at the Pantlind Island House, fall in love with the island, get swept away and treasure it as much as we do!

Property manager

Jim Heglund
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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 1:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 1:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Please contact owner for prior approval.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
8:00pm - 7am is “Quiet time” in the City of Marco. Any excessive noise during those hours can result in a fine being imposed by the City. Code 18-104
Guest(s) shall be responsible for any fines imposed by the City. (noise ordinance or other violations.

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
Long-term renters welcome
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Marco Island

Located in Marco Island, this vacation home is in the city center and on a river. Naples Beach and Rookery Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Marco Golf and Garden and Rookery Bay Environmental Learning Center. Traveling with kids? Consider Rookery Bay Reserve Lands, or check out an event or a game at City of Marco Island Racquet Center. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Marco Island, FL

What's nearby

  • Marco Island Marina - 7 min walk
  • Rose Marina - 3 min drive
  • Tigertail Beach - 6 min drive
  • Marco Beach - 6 min drive
  • South Marco Beach - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Southwest Florida Intl. Airport (RSW) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sweet Annie's of Marco - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Dolphin Tiki Bar & Grill - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Joey D's Italian Restaurant - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Tropical Island Retreat! Early check-in/Late check-out! Click 3rd pic for video! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Tropical Island Retreat! Early check-in/Late check-out! Click 3rd pic for video! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Tropical Island Retreat! Early check-in/Late check-out! Click 3rd pic for video!?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tropical Island Retreat! Early check-in/Late check-out! Click 3rd pic for video!?

Check-out is at 1:00 PM.

Where is Tropical Island Retreat! Early check-in/Late check-out! Click 3rd pic for video! located?

This family-friendly Marco Island vacation home is located by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Marco Island Marina, Marco Town Center Mall, and Rookery Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve. Marco Players Theater and Marco Island Medical Center are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Holly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is amazing
The owners are absolutely wonderful and everything was so easy! The house is beautiful and stocked with everything you would need and more and the decor is so nice and the pool is just perfect! Love that they keep pool warm so even when it is little chilly out, the pool is perfect temp! We would definitely stay again for all future trips to Marco Island.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roilan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceptional
Our family loved it more than anywhere we’ve ever stayed. Great house, clean, good location, beautiful neighborhood pool and back yard. Honestly if you are looking to book this property, don’t hesitate . My kids loved it . We will back.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
Patlind House was a perfect property for our families vacation. The house was roomy, had everything we needed, and the location was perfect! Our family of five thoroughly enjoyed the pool and the outdoor grill/patio. We definitely look forward to staying here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect family vacation
Property was everything we needed to just get away and relax. Location was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely and Fun!
In a nutshell, our stay was everything we had hoped for and more. Traveling with kids, pets, and a disabled parent is not easy and most would not do it, but this vacation rental and the generosity of the owners made it possible, and beyond enjoyable. Our accommodations were plentiful as the home packed with anything and everything we needed to create a fun, inviting and cozy experience. The wonderful suggestions on how to maximize our stay outdoors on Marco Island were on point as well. Can a vacation rental provide a Home Sweet Home experience? Yes it can and fortunately for our family, it absolutely did. We are grateful and thankful:)
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gladys P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second h9me
We have stayed here before and did want to stay here due to our wonderful past experience. As usual, home was impeccable. We had everything needed for a relaxing vacation. We came with our 4 legged daughter. There is a veterinary clinic close by we had to use this time which made location even more convenient for us, pet parents.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly recommended!
My family just visited Marco Island for the first time and fell in love! This home made it even more special, being in a great location and the cleanest place we’ve ever stayed in. It was fully stocked and felt more like a home than rental. Just a few mins from everything and we’ll definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous
The house was more than we expected!!!! It was a beautiful place!!!! Everything you can imagine was there…..just bring your clothes!! We’re coming back next year! Our family loved it more than anywhere we’ve ever stayed!!! It’s the best!
Stayed 29 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia A.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyable
All the comforts of home were provided for an enjoyable stay. Communication is great making for an easy stay. Looking for a place on Marco Island you have found it for a great visit. We will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rand S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
5* Property
This is a great property and great communication from the Host.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Faith S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just Lovely
By far the best rental home we've stayed in - and the absolute cleanest! Pool is very private, home is beyond fully stocked, lacking nothing. Great location. Super comfortable. Great communication from manager/owner. Home is even better than photos. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home
The house was well equipped. Homeowners were very responsive to dealing with any issues.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathleen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful property with absolutely everything you might need
This house is an extremely comfortable house that feels like it's your own. We have stayed at many properties and this house has everything that you could ever want or need during your stay. Incredible.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julianne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely house
Great house, clean, good location although not really as biking accessible as suggested! Still a great time!!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Thomas B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Heaven
A beautiful house , beautiful neighborhood, we enjoyed it very much!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tonya R S., United States

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing Sister Getaway
It was amazing my sisters and I enjoyed ourselves so much. Clean nice beautiful peaceful neighborhood. Loved everything about it
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

niaann m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Marco Island paradise
Home was very clean. Fully stocked with everything you could possibly need. Floor plan was convenient. Lots of parking. Beautiful pool and back yard. Great location close to everything. My family and I really enjoyed our stay. The home is very cozy. The property managers/ owners were amazing. Pet friendly home too!! Can’t beat that. Hope to come back soon! 😊🏖️☀️
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect family home
We had an incredible week long vacation with 6 adults. The house far exceeded what we even imagined. It’s immaculately clean and incredibly well equipped. You truly just need your tooth brush and a few groceries and you’re good to go! We initially thought we’d go to the beach and explore the island more but we ended up spending so much more time in the house than planned because it truly is so nice! The pool and patio were a dream and could easily accommodate 6 people. We’ve never returned to the same vacation home but if we return to Marco Island, we would without a doubt hope to rent this home again. Thank you so much for the beautiful stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

joe c., wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Vacation
Honestly if you are looking to book this property, don’t hesitate! The house is amazing and Emily and Jim were a pleasure to work with! The house had all the amenities you needed for a terrific stay and the pool was amazing and warm! My kids absolutely loved it and they loved seeing the owls on the property! We are pretty sure we saw Teeny hanging out by the front door every morning. When we come back to the area we know what house we will rent again for sure!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, serene, and convenient!
The Pantlind house was beautiful! The pool and gardening made it such a serene oasis for our family! The house was clean and spacious with everything we needed and more! The house is convenient to everything, beaches, shopping and even downtown Naples. Jim and Emily were wonderful hosts! Would absolutely stay here in the future!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

gail g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home away from home
We have stayed at many VRBOs but none as comfortable and welcoming as this one. The cleanliness of the property was outstanding. There was an abundance of towels, linens, kitchen supplies, bikes, beach and pool equipment and everything we could have needed for a relaxing and comfortable vacation. Especially appreciated the area around the heated pool and warm interior decor. The owners were a pleasure to deal with.
Stayed 20 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

William L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful property
Everything was outstanding. Very welcoming home. Kitchen was fully stocked with every needed kitchen items including spices. Lots of clean towels and linens. Pool area was clean with good seating. Pool was warm in February. Gas grill on the pool deck. Bathrooms were large and updated. No complaints at all. Very good and easy location on Marco. Highly recommend! Also 2 burrowing owls sat on our window sill daily.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Marco Island retreat
Great home. Wonderful open floor plan that led to a lanai and pool with full opening doors. Master bedroom on one end with two bedrooms on the other end for more privacy. Fully stocked kitchen with garage and four bikes with locks for usage. Highly recommend
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bonani R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay
We had a great experience and great communication!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Klearblue C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property
Second time staying here as a family. Wonderful house and great communication with the owners. Look forward to next visit.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2022

About the host

Hosted by Jim Heglund

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Jim Heglund and Emily Pantlind Heglund live in Rockford (Cannonsburg area), Michigan, with their 2 dogs, Blaze and Glory and they all appreciate warm weather and the natural beauty of the home and island!

Jim was raised in Ludington, Michigan and graduated from Michigan State University. He is retired from the company he owned and was president of REALICO, Inc. that specializes in condominium management, marina management, and commercial real estate in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He continues to work as an excellant realtor in Grand Rapids, Michigan for JH - Reality Partners. Jim has 3 grown children and 5 grandchildren. He is a Master Taekwondo Instructor and teaches youth Taekwondo at the local YMCA.

Emily is from East Grand Rapids, Michigan. Her Great Grandfather built and operated the Pantlind Hotel which is now the Amway Grand Plaza in Grand Rapids, Michigan, so hotel business and hospitality is in her blood. She went to Miami of Ohio University and grad school at the University of Chicago, but her heart belongs to the University of Michigan! Yes, she will root for MSU, unless they are playing Michigan, of course. Emily is a therapist and Realtor in Grand Rapids. She managed a Vrbo in Grand Rapids—The Pantlind Lakehouse. She was a premiere member and consistently number 1 in the Grand Rapids market. Therefor setting up a Vrbo/short-term rental in Florida was natural for both of them.

Why they chose this property

Marco Island - “Had us at Hello!” ❤️
Why we purchased a house in Marco Island, Florida? Well, first of all we are from Michigan, need we say more... Polar Vortex... ❄️ We fell for Marco Island because of its sub-tropical warm climate, natural beauty, and varied architecture of homes and neighborhoods, with few gated communities. The island is convenient for getting around by car, bike, or on foot, and is very close to the bridge. No matter where you live, it is easy access to beautiful beaches, water to view swimming dolphins and manatees, marinas, restaurants, boutique shopping, and numerous other water activities along the coast and Marco River.

The atmosphere on Marco Island is very laid back and unpretentious, a true coastal town, where rarely is there a need for a dress code. With a maximum speed limit of 35 MPH on the main roads - you can’t help but be on coastal time. The low number of franchised restaurants and stores allow for islanders to discover and support the amazing local restaurants, shops, and hangouts.

We chose our home for its open, comfortable floor plan, extra large lanai and updated kitchen and bathrooms. We like having a corner lot with its well-manicured lawn, colorful shrubbery, numerous large palm trees and flowering plants, which gives our guests a true tropical paradise experience indoors and outdoors.

Most importantly, we are impressed with Marco Island’s commitment to the protection of endangered species. Marco Island is dedicated to educating the public on the local wildlife that are at-risk. The island is home to several federally protected species: the bald eagle, burrowing owls, loggerheads turtles, gopher tortoise, & manatees - to name a few. The community offers several programs where residents and visitors can be involved in the process of the protection and growth of the endangered wildlife.

With all of this said, it did not take us long to fall hard for this amazing island! We hope that you will too!🌴

What makes this property unique

Why choose the Pantlind Island!
The Pantlind Island House is well-appointed to help guest relax and enjoy the island. The home offers many TVs, charming furniture, luxurious bedding and towels. The open floor plan, vaulted ceiling, large sliding glass doors and lanai provide for true tropical living. The house is decorated with an intentional coastal vibe. Many of the pictures on the walls are done by local artist. Marco Island is close to Naples but has that relaxed and remote island feel. The traffic between Marco and Naples can be heavy at times but everything on Marco is easily accessible. All the beaches are amazing and we especially love Tigertail Beach! You'll love the subtropical climate with all the canals and the Marco River with manatees, dolphins, and much more wildlife. The protection and education of endangered species is very important to the islanders and to us too.

The location of the Pantlind Island House is easily accessible from the main bridge into Marco. Plus, restaurants and shops can be reached easily on foot or by bike (we give you 4!), and the beaches are a 20 minute bike or 10 minute car ride away. To leave the island, there is only one turn left and one right turn to the Jolley bridge. Barfield, the street bordering the house, can be fairly busy at times, as it is a main street to Old Marco, the Jolley Bridge, and the Estates. Fortunately, the Pantlind Island House, located on a large corner lot, has a 5 foot hedge that creates privacy from the street and helps reduce car noise.

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