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Paradise on the Bay

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Exterior
Private kitchen
Dining
Living area
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Deck or patio
  • Internet access
  • Balcony or patio

Explore the area

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Goodland, FL
  • Place, Goodland Boating Park
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, South Marco Beach
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Tigertail Beach
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Garden

About this property

Paradise on the Bay

A quaint Olde Florida style fishing village. The area is considered to be historic, where you can still catch a glimpse of Marco Island’s pioneer area. Goodland has proudly maintained an independent spirit and authentic flair, separate from the modernization and development of Marco Island.
Find the perfect escape, with front row seats to the Everglades. Step right out to the waters edge of the Goodland Bay, where you will be able watch the dolphins right from your porch, or on your private patio. Bring along your kayaks and have full access of our private kayak launch.
A cozy fully remodeled 1 bedroom cottage. Full on, waterfront view. The place is equipped with all your basic needs for your stay. Cooking utensils, coffee maker, towels and linens. Queen bed in the bedroom with a television. Living room is suited with a couch, television, and dining area, all open to the magnificent view of the water.
Come and experience our beautiful cottage in Goodland.
Our neighborhood is as unique as it gets.
It’s a quiet historic fishing village. Off the beaten path, with a laid back vibe. On the outskirts of the hustle & bustle of Marco. Our location is very quiet, and peaceful. Goodland is located 5 miles from the city of Marco Island.
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 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
This cottage is strictly no pets
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking inside.
All participating parties are required to sign our waiver upon arrival.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Goodland

Goodland is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Collier Seminole State Park and Otter Mound Preserve, while Marco Island Historical Museum and Marco Players Theater are cultural highlights. Marco Island Center for the Arts and Marco Golf and Garden are also worth visiting.
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Goodland, FL

What's nearby

  • Goodland Boating Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Marco Island Marina - 11 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Marco Beach - 13 min drive - 11.2 km
  • South Marco Beach - 14 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Tigertail Beach - 19 min drive - 12.9 km

Getting around

  • Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Island Hideout - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪KJ - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Stans Idle Hour - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Cafè San Marco - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪10k Alley - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Paradise on the Bay pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Paradise on the Bay ?

As of 11 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Paradise on the Bay on 29 Apr 2026 start from £232, 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.

How much is parking at Paradise on the Bay ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Paradise on the Bay ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Paradise on the Bay ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Paradise on the Bay located?

Situated in Goodland, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Collier Seminole State Park and Goodland Boating Park. City of Marco Island Racquet Center and Marco Island Historical Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna P.

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

Beautiful Place

We very much enjoyed our stay! Nice cottage and waterfront property’
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William H.

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

Perfect Florida Getaway!

We had a wonderful time at Amanda's property. The location could not be better, and the house was extremely clean and comfortable. We will be coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David O.

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

Goodland trip

Nice out of the busy Marco crowd
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy W.

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

weekday getaway

what a great place to relax. watching dolphins jump was amazing..sitting in chairs wwill come back thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy Q.

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

Cozy beautiful place

The apartment is very nice, cozy, super clean and with everything you need to make your stay enjoyable. The sunrise is beautiful. Very quiet area. I would come back again without hesitation.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John Z.

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

Quiet and peaceful

Was as advertised. Host was helpful very quiet and peaceful. Had fun fishing off the dock with a beautiful view. Dolphins swam bye regularly.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David M.

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

Time on the water

The house was amazing new and very clean came well appointed everything you need just a couple steps to the water and nice dock with great fishing you can walk to all the restaurants will definitely be going back
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
STAY AWAY!!!! That way I can keep it for myself!Just kidding,. Absolutely Beautiful !! Spotlessly Clean and in a wonderful location. Communication was excellent, host was willing to assist in any way. Very cozy, welcoming feel. With the beautiful plantings, I felt like I was back on a little piece of Maui. Will Definitely be coming back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen J.

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

A Great Week

We had a lovely time in the White Cottage. It was very clean and pleasant. We enjoyed the sunrises and sunsets from the property as well as the watching the dolphins while sitting in the Adirondack chairs in the yard. Amanda was a great host and we hope to be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maggie F.

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

Angler's Dream

Brought our kayaks and launched from the most tranquil boat ramp. We pulled right up to the water. It was the perfect private escape. I watched dolphins from the chair in the picture during sunrise and sunset with a coffee or drink in hand. We caught redfish, snapper, snook, jack, catfish, trout and a shark! Stingrays raced our kayaks. We walked to a local restaurant and the food was great. The house was clean and beautiful. The host had great communication. We will definitely go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jun 2025
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Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If you want to feel like a local, and have everything you could want or need at your fingertips, this is THE place. This is my second visit to Amanda’s collection of precious cabins. I’ll be back again soon.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Andreas

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Top Lage, wunderschöne Umgebung. Cottage eher klein (Schlafzimmer, Bett).
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

harry l.

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

Lost in time

We stayed in the White Cottage which has had a recent renovation by the owner. The Cottage is perfect for 2 people and has spectacular views of the sunrise each morning right from the front porch or patio but the best place to watch is from the dock over the water. Goodland is a small village lost in time, where everyone gives you a nod or wave and the fish jump all day. Amanda is a great host... we are going back for a repeat in Jan 2023!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josh W.

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

Brand new unit with gulf access!

Great communication with the owner through the booking/check in process. Access to the dock with power/water was very helpful. We were traveling in our 24' center console and did not have a vehicle so it was imperative for dockage. This property delivered. The unit was brand new and clean. Modern design with a great AC to beat the summer months is south FL. There were a few other rentals on site and all looked taken care of and inviting. Looking forward to booking our next trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca P.

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

Private, quiet and immaculate at the edge of the Everglades

So clean and new, it felt like we were the first guests to stay in this modern, single-family one-bedroom home overlooking Goodland Bay lined with mangroves. The home has everything a couple would need: a separate bedroom with closet, bathroom with shower, clean and stocked kitchen, dinette, couch overlooking the patio/water and two TVs. Just a couple blocks of a quaint and quiet walk to several restaurants/bars in town. The owner, a very friendly local, recommended a restaurant that was delicious with great service. We only stayed two nights, so we didn’t get much chance to do any eco tourism, but we immediately booked a second trip upon returning, even during the summer when the places in Goodland close for the slow season. We loved the place so much, we figured if we ever wanted to go out, we can always take the short drive to Marco Island. Otherwise, we’ll stock up for the weekend at the Publix nearby and never leave. Which would also be great. The best vacation rental we’ve ever stayed in by far.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

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Hosted by Amanda Tessarzik

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