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SEASIDE VILLA MANATEE BAY in quiet location on Pine Island

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor grill

Explore the area

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Saint James City, FL
  • Place, Phillips Community Park
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Museum of the Islands
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Matlacha Bridge
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.)
    ‪67 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Twin Beds

3 bathrooms

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Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

SEASIDE VILLA MANATEE BAY in quiet location on Pine Island

Enjoy the Island Life in our sun filled vacation home located off Manatee Bay, just north of Saint James City on Pine Island. The home is in a quiet and friendly neighborhood located on wide canal with direct access to the Gulf of Mexico. The waters here provide some of the finest fishing in the world and are a haven for birdwatchers and nature lovers.
Pine Island Sound & the intercostal waterway are a quick boat ride as well as the famous beaches of Sanibel & Captiva Island, Cayo Costa and Boca Grande. Store your boat in our covered lift and enjoy the excellent fishing available right from the dock. Dolphins and manatees regularly work their way up and down the canal and a nature preserve is located across the street.
The open floor plan of this nearly 2,000 square foot home offers four bedrooms and three full bathrooms—easily accommodating up to 8 guests. Both master suites include king size beds, have ensuite bathrooms with walk in showers and direct access to the large screened in lanai. The third bedroom has a queen size bed and the fourth bedroom has two twin size beds. Choose to eat at the breakfast bar with granite countertop, in the dining area or outside at the table in the lanai. A full size washing machine and dryer are also available in the laundry room. Lightning fast wi-fi is free for our guests and located throughout the home as well as smart TVs for your use with streaming services or local HD antenna channels.
This is a southern exposure home (which means you have sun throughout the day in the lanai and pool area). Enjoy our heated pool for a swim or lounge in the sun on one of the chaise lounge chairs. In the lanai you will find a gas grill for cooking as well as a propane fire pit table that creates a cozy feel in the evening hours to watch the sunset.
Three kayaks and two bicycles are also available for our guests to use. A paved biking trail is located at the end of Manatee Drive and runs the length of Pine Island (16 miles). Kayaking in the Pine Island Sound and Matlacha Pass offers beautiful scenery—towering mangroves, elegant trees and hidden waterways. Paddle among dolphins and manatees. Bring your fishing poles and pursue the next snook, snapper, redfish or trout.
The list of activities is endless in this island paradise.
• Take the ferry to the state park at Cayo Costa Island or to Cabbage Key and enjoy a Cheeseburger in Paradise.
• Visit the arts community—explore the galleries and dine in one of the ocean view restaurants.
• Enjoy a day trip to one of the beautiful shelling beaches on Sanibel or Captiva.
• Plenty of fishing and kayak tours, sunset cruises and pier fishing opportunities.
There is also plenty of parking for vehicles, boat trailers and even a power outlet for your RV.
There is a boat ramp just a few minutes away and you are also welcome to use the boat lift at the house.
Come to Manatee Bay and make this your next great island adventure!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

About the neighborhood

Saint James City

Located on the waterfront, this villa is in Manatee Bay, a neighborhood in Saint James City. While the natural beauty of Sanibel Island Southern Beach and North Captiva Island Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Key West Express. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Dunes Golf and Tennis Club or FastTrax Fort Myers. Snorkeling, motor boating, and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Phillips Community Park - 11 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Museum of the Islands - 11 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Koucky Gardens & Gallery - 15 min drive - 14.7 km
  • Lovegrove Gallery & Gardens - 15 min drive - 15.9 km
  • Matlacha Bridge - 16 min drive - 16.5 km

Getting around

  • Southwest Florida Intl. Airport (RSW) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪High Tide Social House - ‬39 min drive
  • ‪Rumrunners - ‬34 min drive
  • ‪J&P Asian Fusion - ‬32 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does SEASIDE VILLA MANATEE BAY in quiet location on Pine Island have a pool?

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

How much does it cost to stay at SEASIDE VILLA MANATEE BAY in quiet location on Pine Island?

As of May 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at SEASIDE VILLA MANATEE BAY in quiet location on Pine Island on Jul 11, 2026 start from $227, including 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.

Is SEASIDE VILLA MANATEE BAY in quiet location on Pine Island pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at SEASIDE VILLA MANATEE BAY in quiet location on Pine Island?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at SEASIDE VILLA MANATEE BAY in quiet location on Pine Island?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is SEASIDE VILLA MANATEE BAY in quiet location on Pine Island located?

Located in Manatee Bay, this villa is within 12 mi (20 km) of Lovegrove Gallery & Gardens, Matlacha Bridge, and Sirenia Vista. Randell Research Center is 11.1 mi (17.8 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect home for a great family vacation. Great place to bring your boat. Host was excellent and easy to get in touch with.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pat H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Womderful canal home with quick access to the ICW.By far the nicest home we have rented in SW Florida. Home, pool, boat lift, and fishing was top knotch.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristin B

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home and excellent property management. We had a fabulous vacation!
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terri S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was 100%. We will definitely stay again.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

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

Perfect Family Vacation

Great location! House was perfect for a family. We saw manatees everyday and even saw a dolphin at the dock!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim R.

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

Great overall experience

Owner/Manager was very helpful and responsive!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angie B.

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

Perfect location and amenities!

Perfect vacation place for boaters! Convenient boat ramp on the same canal, boat lift, and swimming pool to cool off in after a long day of boating/fishing. Beautiful home! Great response from host! Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina M.

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

Boating trip

Very nice well appointed house on a canal. Dock was very usable for our boat Highly recommend the house! And location.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauri Z.

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

Relaxing Getaway

Florian and Sandra took care of every detail and the house was great! Beds are comfortable and love the huge master closet :) Enjoyed relaxing by the canal and poolside. We really appreciated the easy check in and out. Thank you for a great stay!
Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ray r.

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

Perfect Getaway

The property was great very nice pool fishing out back off the dock was good We had a great time We would definitely stay there again. The only thing is the listing says there is a hot tub but there is not one other than that it was a great house
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ray r.

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

Fishing and football getaway with family

This is the second time we stayed at the house. It was everything we remembered. The pool was perfect. Well heated. The house was clean. We enjoyed fishing from the back dock and we had a great time. Would definitely go again
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was immaculate. Kitchen had all supplies we needed. We did bring our own fish filleting knives and seasonings. The canal and boat dock was perfect! Property manager was very responsive. We had no issues while there but he did return our call immediately upon check in and check out. This area is quiet and perfect for relaxation. I have never felt more rested. The island itself seems like the best kept secret. If bringing boat, I do recommend filling it up if you use regular unleaded. The Monroe Canal Marina was perfect for launching the boat. They also had frozen and live bait. Everything you could possibly need.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley A.

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

Family trip 2023

This property was amazing. Beautiful views, dolphins at the dock, & amazing management. We were pleased from start to finish. Best time weve had. The check in process was different than Im used to but meeting Florian the property manager was super easy & made things feel more comfortable. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristin B.

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

Great house in a quiet neighborhood

The house was perfect and in excellent condition. It was roomy and had all the amenities. It was also great to have a boat lift in the back yard as well as a pool to cool down in. Property manager was also extremely responsive and was a pleasure to interact with. We didn't want to leave.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

debra d.

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

Perfect house. Perfect location. Perfect Property Management.

The description of this perfect house is spot on. House, pool and lawn extremely clean! If your looking for a house that is welcoming and bringing your boat this house is perfect for your trip. House sits on the canal that opens up to the gorgeous gulf. The manager of the property super friendly and goes out of his way to make sure everything is perfect for your stay of the home!!! Definitely will be coming back to this home and management team.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin C.

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

Summer Vacation

House was clean and spacious. The neighborhood was quiet and neighbors were friendly. The pool was great. Very big dock with a boat lift was very convenient. Caught lots of fish from the dock. The house comes with 3 nice kayaks and 2 bikes. Island is still recovering from the hurricane but most businesses have reopened. Nice quiet laid back island with no commercialization. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Joe G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Disappointed

Property is not well kept. Ants in guest bathroom. Pool was cloudy and needs a resurfacing. Asked what if we run out of paper towels or toilet paper. Since they give you one, they said this isn't a hotel buy it yourself.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Ashley E.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Disliked: Check-in, listing accuracy

Okay

The property had everything needed and was clean when we arrived. Except the trash outside. The trash cans were full and we were asked to take them down for trash day. Not a problem but the maggots that were all over the can were disgusting. We also didn’t like the fact that we have quite a few visits it a from the property manager or handy man. Unfortunately, the boat lift didn’t work and when it doesn you have to stick a screw driver in. Needs to be repaired. The house was fine and the pool was lovely but just not for us again. The check in Appt and check out appt kind of did us in. Never had to deal with anyone in the property during most other stays we’ve had anywhere.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph K.

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

Beautiful location with great amenities

Was the relaxing, peaceful place my family needed. The amenities were endless from kayaking and cycling to sitting on the waterfront dock watching porpoises swim by at sunrise. We were able to grill (would recommend updating the grilling utensils) fresh food and have a wonderful time eating poolside . Just make sure you use the bug spray they have provided. No see ums(small mosquitos) are very active and go through the screened pool area. Only issue we had was with the hot tub looking green and having white flakes/amphibians in/near it. It was communicated that the green is the natural color of the hot tub but we weren’t sure what the flakes were so we didn’t end up using it for anything more than dipping our feet in. It was pretty hot anyways. Check in and check out was more old fashioned where someone did it in person, but we liked getting to meet some of the friendly property managers (Thomas and Marcus) . Overall wonderful experience and wouldn’t hesitate to stay again. Perfect get away for a couple or family looking for a more remote vacation home while still having access to grocery stores like winn Dixie and Publix. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meagan K.

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

Great SW Florida Property!

Great property with perfect layout for two families with kids. We enjoyed the pool and amenities and the property was incredibly clean. The dual masters each have walk out bathrooms to the pool area, providing easy and quick access to the restroom or jump in the shower (without tracking water through the house). The canal was wonderful and perfect for out boat rental. We enjoyed it and would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lou R.

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

The Manatee House delivers!

My sister and family friends stayed at the Manatee House from 6/10 to 6/20 and could not have enjoyed ourselves more! The home is exactly as depicted in the photos except that the angles make everything look bigger than they really are, but at just over 2000 sq ft, with 2 masters and 2 additional bedrooms, there was plenty of space. As an avid home cook, I usually bring along lots of my own cooking supplies and equipment but found the kitchen to be extraordinarily well-equipped for a vacation rental. We cooked every day. The beds are very comfortable, and the home was very clean. The pool area and the canal are as pictured and present a beautiful view. Please don't swim in the canal. Not only is there a possibility of alligators in the water but we also saw a number of juvenile bull sharks! My best friend caught what he called a "trophy red fish" right off the dock. The wireless service at the house is fast and consistent throughout. The "Samsung Plus" television service is a little odd - we could have watched "Dr G - Medical Examiner" or "Kitchen Nightmares" 24/7 if we'd wanted to, but there is access to a number of streaming services, and we were able to hook up my laptop to the TV to see the Tampa Bay Rays games. The home is in a very quiet and safe neighborhood off the main road. The biggest threat was the squadrons of mosquitos and no-see-ums, but you can get that anywhere in Florida. Daily heat indices of 105-106 degrees kept us indoors most days but that was no hardship in this beautiful home! I can't say enough good about this home and about our host, Thomas. He was instantly available by phone and is clearly customer-service-oriented and eager to please. The Manatee House truly delivered what was promised and even exceeded our expectations. We hope to be able to return some day to relive this most pleasant get-away!
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

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

Gem in St. James City

The property was very well kept and offered all necessities. Great location in Manatee Bay with a pool and hot tub. The layout of the home is very open and nicely decorated.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Jesly F.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

A Hidden Cozy Gem!

Overall the house was great. It is a-little secluded, 7 minutes to the closest pharmacy. My husband and i were skeptical due to little reviews but we are very happy we went for it. If i could change one thing it would DEFINITELY be the check in and check out process. My husband and i have rented many homes in different states and never had to actually schedule for the home owner to come to the home so we can sign to check in and check out. We usually like to go on vacation and not deal with anyone! That is why we look for self, check ins. Which in this case, it was different. But i will say owners were very pleasant when greeting us and were very helpful with any questions or concerns we had so we thank you for allowing us into your home! For a very well needed get-away from our 3 kids and 2 dogs!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allyn R.

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

Wonderful property

This property is clean and provides all of the resources you may need for your Florida vacation: plenty of towels for pool/beach, beach chairs, portable cooler, kayaks, life jackets, bikes, washer/dryer and access to the garage to park your car. Seaside rental company was attentive, polite and professional. We had a lovely stay. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca H.

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

Paradise in Pine Island!

What a fantastic stay! We had such a fun time in a beautiful home! So comfortable we wish we could have stayed longer!!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022

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