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Cozy fishing cottage on canal in Matlacha - 2 bedrooms and large outdoor space

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A modern, open-plan living area with a large window overlooking a canal and waterfront.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden floor, and a blue backsplash.
A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a wall-mounted air conditioner, and a window with curtains.
A room with a dining table and purple chairs, a kitchen area with a grill, and large windows offering a view.
A waterfront property with a dock extending into the water, a house with a balcony, and a palm tree in the background.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Games
    A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Matlacha, FL
  • Place, Lovegrove Gallery & Gardens
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Matlacha Bridge
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Griffen American Center for Haitian Art
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

Cozy fishing cottage on canal in Matlacha - 2 bedrooms and large outdoor space

Enjoy a relaxing stay at this lovely 2-bedroom house in Matlacha, with boat lift. The house features 2 queen beds, 2 bathrooms with a hair dryer, and convenient amenities like a washing machine, AC, and heat plus a large outdoor space. Spend your days or evenings relaxing in our fully screened lanai which features ample seating , smart tv, an outdoor shower and bathroom as well as a flattop grill to enjoy the day’s catch. 2 single and 1 double kayak are yours to explore with and room to tie off a smaller boat. The evenings on the water are magical and we are just a few hundred feet to open water. Fantastic local restaurants are within walking distance as well as a fresh fish market and many gift shops. This colorful and quirky island puts off a vibe like no other in the area, it’s a wonderful experience! Feel free to reach out to us during your stay - we're happy to suggest local spots to check out or help any way we can. Thanks so much and I hope you enjoy our happy place as much as we do.
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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 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, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4400773vb
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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property

About the area

Matlacha

Matlacha is home to this holiday home. Cape Royal Golf Club and Wicked Dolphin Distillery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Sun Splash Water Park and Tropical Breeze Fun Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Dunes Golf and Tennis Club, or consider a night out at Rumrunners.
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Matlacha, FL

What's nearby

  • Lovegrove Gallery & Gardens - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Matlacha Bridge - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Griffen American Center for Haitian Art - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • JetBlue Park at Fenway South - 44 min drive - 52.3 km
  • Sanibel Island Southern Beach - 56 min drive - 58.9 km

Getting around

  • Punta Gorda Airport (PGD) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Bob Evans - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Miceli's Restaurant - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy fishing cottage on canal in Matlacha - 2 bedrooms and large outdoor space pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Cozy fishing cottage on canal in Matlacha - 2 bedrooms and large outdoor space?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy fishing cottage on canal in Matlacha - 2 bedrooms and large outdoor space?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy fishing cottage on canal in Matlacha - 2 bedrooms and large outdoor space located?

Situated in Matlacha, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Lovegrove Gallery & Gardens and Matlacha Bridge. Griffen American Center for Haitian Art and Sirenia Vista are also within 2 miles (3 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 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This vacation rental was extremely clean, cute, and the screen porch was to die for!
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

Awsome place super close to the boat ramp and even closer to great fishing, very clean house with beautiful screened in back porch with docking access. Great amenities and very comfortable beds.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was very clean and equipped. Laid back community and within an hour of Sanibel and Fort Myers Beach. We had great success kayak fishing in the bay. Couldn’t of asked for a better stay!
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Love

We had a wonderful time. Very comfortable home. The outdoor shower was a relief after a long day. Was able to fish the canal. Wishing it didn’t go by so fast.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was awesome!!! We loved the outdoor area spent most of our time there. Had every amenity we needed, except for salt and pepper. An amazing breakfast restaurant and the Blue Dog Bar and Grill within walking distance were delicious! We could have done without a few giant palmetto bugs but being next to the water I guess that was somewhat expected. Perfect view of the sunset from the front of the house. Very quiet little neighborhood would definitely come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

About the host

Hosted by Missy Vitt

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My husband and I reside on a farm in Northeast Missouri. As we got older the winters seemed to get colder. Our goal was to find a relaxing area far enough south to escape the cold as much as possible.

Why they chose this property

After a long search of coastal areas from Texas to Florida we settled on Matlacha. We visited many beautiful areas but something about Matlacha called to us both. The bright colors and friendly people coupled with the quiet relaxing atmosphere made this our unanimous choice! World class fishing and walk ability of the island only made the decision better.

What makes this property unique

Our cottage is far from luxury. Instead it gives a comfortable homey feel. The amenities are arranged in a way to allow for maximum enjoyment with minimal effort. Being in the tropics makes us want to spend as much time as possible outdoors. We have tried to create a outdoor space that checks all our boxes for comfort and enjoyment.

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