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CASTAWAY in MATLACHA on deep water canal with BOAT DOCK

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61565 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Matlacha Isles, FL
  • Place, Sirenia Vista
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Sun Splash Water Park
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Cape Coral Yacht Club Beach
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area

About this property

CASTAWAY in MATLACHA on deep water canal with BOAT DOCK

**OUR HOUSE IS CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE DUE TO DAMAGE FROM HURRICANE IAN **Please check back in 2025
We are opening up our house to let more people like YOU enjoy our Florida PARADISE.
This is truly Florida's Best Kept SECRET!
MATLACHA pronounced (MAT-la-shay)! Located in SW Florida, 30 mins from Fort Myers Beach, 40 mins from Sanibel Island, served by 2 major airports, 30 mins from (RSW)Southwest Florida International Airport, 25 mins from (PGT) Punta Gorda Airport with many non-stop flights on Allegiant Air, 90 min from Venice/Sarasota and 2.5 hrs from Fort Lauderdale.
This home offers the best of both worlds, close to endless shopping, restaurants, beaches, a myriad of outdoor activities and some of the best fishing in SW Florida. A boating oasis and a real fisherman's dream.
Matlacha is Florida's last hidden gem often referred to as 'the Old Key West' that boast unique art galleries, shops, restaurants and bars that provide daily live entertainment.
Come and enjoy our beautifully appointed 2BR/2BA 1565 sq. ft. fully equipped home. The only thing you need to bring is YOU!
We provide a fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher, oven, cook top, refrigerator, microwave, Cuisinart coffee maker, blender, place settings for 12, all utensils, everything to make a gourmet meal. For the griller in you, we provide an outdoor gas grill too.
Don't worry about the linens, we provide sheets, wash clothes, plush towels and even beach towels.
WiFi internet and cable TV also provided.
We also have a PRIVATE boat lift and dock on a deep water canal with direct access to Matlacha Pass, Charlotte Harbor, Cayo Costa State Park, Cabbage Key, Captiva, Sanibel Island, Boca Grande, and the Gulf of Mexico.
If you have a boat, bring it and tie it up to our dock. It's only a short 10 min ride to Matlacha Pass. If you want your boat out of the water we also provide a #6000 boat lift available upon request. Boat rentals are always an option and can be rented a short distance away. A boat ramp is less than a mile away.
Enjoy the living room as you watch the huge flat screen TV while you lounge on the leather couch or just wind down as you read a book in the Florida room overlooking the canal.
The master bedroom has a KING size bed and also has a full bathroom, and walk in closet.
The second bedroom has two full beds and is also well appointed. It too has a generous closet for your clothes.
If you need to do some laundry, NO WORRIES... there is a washer and dryer located in the laundry room located just off the kitchen.
If you like fishing, boating, beaches,sunshine,shopping, the Old Key West lifestyle, relaxation, or you just want to get away from the cold up north, then this is your PARADISE.

We want to make your experience one that will bring you back for more. Our local managers Kim and Tom will provide that personal touch and should you need anything during your stay are available only a short distance away.


PLEASE NOTE:
If you think our home is nice now......just wait and see what's next.
Each year we plan on making subtle changes to make your stay more enjoyable.

CHECK-IN TIME is 3PM on day of arrival.
CHECK-OUT TIME is 10AM day of departure.









Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3-17
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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

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 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

About the neighborhood

Cape Coral

Located in Burnt Store, a neighborhood in Cape Coral, this vacation home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Lovegrove Gallery & Gardens and Cape Coral Historical Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Royal Tee Golf Club and Tropical Breeze Fun Park. Mike Greenwell's Bat-A-Ball & Family Fun Park and Sun Splash Water Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hunting.
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Matlacha Isles, FL

What's nearby

  • Sirenia Vista - 1 min drive - 0.7 km
  • Sun Splash Water Park - 13 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Cape Coral Yacht Club Beach - 21 min drive - 19.2 km
  • Sanibel Island Southern Beach - 49 min drive - 46.7 km
  • Florida Gulf Coast University - 49 min drive - 53.3 km

Getting around

  • Punta Gorda Airport (PGD) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Miceli's Restaurant - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does CASTAWAY in MATLACHA on deep water canal with BOAT DOCK have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at CASTAWAY in MATLACHA on deep water canal with BOAT DOCK?

As of Apr 29, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at CASTAWAY in MATLACHA on deep water canal with BOAT DOCK on Feb 28, 2023 start from $176, 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 CASTAWAY in MATLACHA on deep water canal with BOAT DOCK 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 CASTAWAY in MATLACHA on deep water canal with BOAT DOCK?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at CASTAWAY in MATLACHA on deep water canal with BOAT DOCK?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is CASTAWAY in MATLACHA on deep water canal with BOAT DOCK located?

Located in Burnt Store, this vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Matlacha Bridge, Lovegrove Gallery & Gardens, and Sirenia Vista. Royal Tee Golf Club is 2.5 mi (4 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. 31 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

DAVid K.

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

Guest

Stay was great
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer J.

Charming and cozy

We loved our stay. The kids had a blast fishing off the dock and the house was the perfect size. We had a wonderful time! We took our boat and tied it to the dock with no problems. Short ride out to the bay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2017
Verified

8/10 Good

Frank and Christine B.

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

Good location in Matlacha Isles

The interior of the property was a little dated and was not as clean as we would have like when we arrived. Overall a good location and a nice setting. We loved the sunroom.
Stayed 27 nights in Feb 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John O.

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

We loved the neighborhood!

We rented Keith’s home for a month and found it just perfect for us. We loved the location, with local amenities close by and convenient. The neighbors were friendly and gave us good suggestions for places to eat and things to do. The house itself was cozy but spacious and we spent lots of time in the Florida room, looking at the water and watching the birds.
Stayed 29 nights in Feb 2020
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Judith L.

Cape Coral Connections

We arrived at this charming and very well furnished home before Christmas and stayed for a week. We couldn't have been more delighted with everything. There are plenty of cozy places outdoors to sit and watch the water and the neighborhood activity. Everybody in this place was more than friendly and we had tons of waves and welcomes from dog walkers, afternoon and morning strollers and folks driving by. We have family in the area so we cooked a lot and accommodated 7 and 8 easily for meals and entertaining. We are definitely going back again and again.
Verified

8/10 Good

Bob S.

Matlacha Stay

Home was comfortable and provided everything we needed for our one week stay. Nice quiet neighborhood. Enjoyed walking the neighborhood in the morning and meeting others out walking. Home was in close proximity to Matlacha Island. Matlacha gets very crowed in the afternoon and evenings and parking is extremely limited. The home's location is also close to Coral Oaks Golf Course which I played several times. Public beach at the Cape Coral Yacht Club is only about 20 minutes away and is wonderful. Publix grocery store is also very close. Bob and Betty
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

Relaxing and comfortable stay!

Our stay at Keith and Evelyn's home in Matlacha was wonderful. The house was cozy and very well equipped with all the comforts and conveniences we needed.We were greeted with a lovely bottle of wine which was most welcome after our late flight. The kitchen was well stocked with service for 12 and lots of utensils and gadgets available.The decor was colorful and lovely and the beds and linens were comfortable and clean.TVs were available on both bedrooms as well as the living area and the WIFI worked well. My favorite room was the "Florida" room that overlooked the canal. It was a great place to read and relax! The house is situated in a lovely residential community on a canal and was very close and convenient to loads of shopping areas. We took a lovely drive-about 45 minutes to Sanibel Island to visit the gorgeous beaches and saw dolphins and collected some lovely seashells.This home was a great fit for us as were visiting and entertaining our Florida family. We would recommend this house for a relaxing Florida stay!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Carla B.

My get-away in Matlacha at the Castaway

My husband, who couldn't get out of work, was kind enough to encourage me to take an adventure to relax and be carefree after being extremely stressed by work. That's how I ended up at the the Castaway. I immediately adjusted to the laid back Southern lifestyle. I read many books that were on my list while watching the water in the canal shimmer. I ate the ripened mangoes from the tree and enjoyed the sun-filled morning back deck. Yes, I found a place called serenity. The house was very CLEAN, delightfully and tastefully decorated with a palette of colors to match the shades of Matlacha. Even though I preferred being here with my husband, I felt at ease and safe on my own exploring the area; going to local eateries like Miceli's and Bert's that provided music and no cover charge with good food priced right. I ventured out for a hair cut at Neff Studio Salon and they called me the next day to see if I liked my cut and to check if I had a good experience. That was incredible! I also ordered some fish from the local market and Andy called to make suggestions as to other catch-of-the-day items being brought in from local fisherman. I also explored Cape Coral Yacht Club, Sanibel and Captiva Island and Ft. Myers beaches as well as some of the nature parks. When I come back to the Castaway, I will make sure my husband gets to enjoy our new home away from home when we need to escape the rat race! Truly a little piece of paradise!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy A.

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

Best stay at Matlacha

My whole family loved our stay. We took our boat and we were able to use the dock and fish the canals. The house was very clean and spacious. Will definitely recommend and rent again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorre J.

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

Next best thing to home !

Very very nice stay. Clean !! Comfortable!! Great location…. We will be back. For sure!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph D.

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

We loved it, clean and quiet.

We will rent again, everything was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert G.

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

Fishing trip

Good location for restaurants and groceries. A little longer slow zone for boating to get out to bay
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Ginette L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Love Matlacha

We we’re there 3 years ago and loved it, this year, everything is falling apart. Hard time with the boat lift outside furniture falling apart, this place needs a lot of TLC .
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cherie G.

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

PARADISE

We truly enjoyed our stay at your property. LOVED the sunroom with the canal view. As soon as you walked through the door it beckoned you to come have a seat and enjoy the view. The property was clean, homey, spacious and very comfortable. Nice outdoor spaces to enjoy, also. Keith was quick to respond when necessary.
Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robin S.

Beautiful

We really enjoyed the house. It's location on the canal was perfect for our vacation. The house had everything we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Robert K.

Charming, peaceful waterside location

This vacation home is located on a very quiet, secluded residential plot, with road access at the front and water access at the rear. Very convenient for Matlacha village (5 mins by car), major supermarket (3 mins) and Pine Island. The house has everything you need for independent living - full kitchen with dishwasher; utility with washing machine & dryer. Substantial glazed conservatory with views onto the waterway, as well as outdoor seating areas.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen K.

Much needed vacay!

Lovely property. Lovely location! Property looks exactly like the photos and it is clear that the owners take pride in this property. Cozy and well-stocked. Went to all of the recommended restaurants and they were all great, too! This was our first visit to Matlacha and we plan on returning! Karen.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Keith S.

GREAT GETAWAY..GREAT LOCATION..GREAT PLACE

This was a last minute fishing getaway and what a pleasant charming place in a great neighborhood. The house was very clean with modern appliances including a washer and dryer and right on a deep water canal on which we tied up our boat to the dock. The neighbors are wonderful and the neighborhood was quaint and peaceful. We would like to thank Evelyn and Keith for the generous hospitality and for allowing us to stay at their little "paradise". We would defininetly be back again. Thanks for a GREAT get away.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Madalyn P.

Home away from home!

This property is so homey and well maintained! My favorite part of the house is the “sun room” that looks out into the canal. The owners provide wonderful service as well! Our stay was for six days and enjoyed every minute of it! This property allows you to explore so much whether it be to go to the beach for a day, go out to eat, or stay at home and fish off the dock. I would recommend to anyone and will be looking to book again very soon!!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Lisa A.

Wonderful Stay!

Such a wonderful, comfortable home! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend Castaway in Matlacha! The house is located nearby to grocery and other shopping yet is tucked away in a quiet, friendly neighborhood. The house is exactly as pictured with beautiful tasteful decorating and all the things you need for your stay. My favorite room was in back with windows all around and views of the dock and canal! Really hated to leave! I wish I could have this exact home everywhere I travel!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Kim P.

Awesome!!!!

Very clean and family friendly! I would most definitely stay here again!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Thomas D.

Lovely Home!

This place was amazing we really enjoyed spending our 4th of July here. We traveled to Fort Myers for fireworks and they were outstanding. Everything is close to this home as far as restaurants, grocery stores, beaches, etc. The dock out back was great for the kids to fish off of. The inside was very welcoming, spacious and relaxing. Will definitely return in the future.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Linda W.

AMAZING STAY! HOME AWAY FROM HOME!

I had such a wonderful, relaxing girls week at this place. Fantastic bars and restaurants close by, and plenty of things to do. In addition to driving to the beach, there is a rental place right down the road where a few of us tried paddle boarding for the first time! It was such a blast!! We also went kayaking through the mangroves, which was spectacular! Owners are quick to respond, and property managers are just a short distance away. House was clean, well organized and decorated. All in all, wonderful home away from home place in such a friendly neighborhood! Looking forward to renting again!
Archival

8/10 Good

FREDERICK w.

awesome location to visit surrounding areas sanibel/captive ft. myers, pine island cape coral!

awesome place to enjoy the fish jumping off the back dock, watching other boats go by, quiet surroundings to relax, plenty of room inside to spread out. just wish there was a boat at the house to rent as well. maybe on are next visit!! hope to be back soon!!!!! many thanks the wenzels
Stayed 7 nights in May 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Patti C.

Wonderful

Coming from Minnesota, I was looking for a place to thaw out and relax, well, I hit the jack pot. The minute we walked in we were greeted with a pristine home and a bottle of wine to boot! The house is extremely warm, decorated beautifully and located on a canal full of jumping fish to greet you. The Sidehamers and the managers are quick to respond if you have any questions. I loved the location whether you want to go to the mainland or further up the island. We went to other islands, we fished, did some airboating, and it was always nice to come back to the house and unwind. I only hope I have the chance to come back and stay here again. Thank you again - Patti Carlson and family
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2017

About the host

Hosted by Keith E. Sidehamer

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We currently live to the north in Pennsylvania and enjoy everything about the outdoors, from fishing, hunting, skiing, swimming, cycling, hiking, boating, and just plain ole relaxing!

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with the laid back atmosphere and Old Key West lifestyle of Matlacha over 10 years ago. My friends and I began fishing in the north and slowly migrated to warmer waters to escape the bone chilling cold, especially in early spring. My good friends Capt. Terry "the Fish Whisperer" and Capt. Paul from "Team Tarpon" have been instrumental in our decision to chose Matlacha. Matlacha was that hidden gem which was recently featured on HGTV and other TV programs as a great place to own a beach house or second home. Not to mention some of the best fishing in Florida, from fishing the flats for reds, mangrove snapper, snook and trout to fishing the deeper waters for tarpon, grouper, shark and mackerel.
Matlacha is close to everything from fast food, grocery stores, to the local bars and restaurants. This town really has it all. It's a great place to relax and enjoy the local artist with shops and displays throughout the town or to kick back at some of the local pubs.
It truly is a whimsical historic fishing village and the last remaining "Old Florida".

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