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Old Florida Charm with heated salt water pool & beautiful gardens with hammocks

Holiday home in Saint James City with water park and outdoor pool

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Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81850 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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St James City, FL
  • Place, Phillips Community Park
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Museum of the Islands
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Koucky Gardens & Gallery
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.)
    ‪62 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bonus Kids bedroom

2 Single Beds

Guest bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Guest bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Old Florida Charm with heated salt water pool & beautiful gardens with hammocks

Welcome!! Fish & Sips is a gorgeous, "Old Florida" style home located on Pine Island. It is a hidden gem for fishing and the adventurous type!
The house is much roomier than it appears from the outside. With 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, it boasts high ceilings and an open layout with 1800sq ft+ of air conditioned space. It also offers a breezy, open front porch along with a large screened lanai area enclosing back deck, master deck and the heated, saltwater pool area with gas grill.

A well stocked kitchen with coffee maker with capability of full carafe or K-cups, toaster, blender, Kitchen Aide Stand Mixer, convection oven and so much more, lends itself to vacation meal making. There is also an outdoor table with running water for fish cleaning on side of home.

The master suite is the highlight of the bedrooms and bathrooms boasting a large and open space with a king sized bed and sofa, French doors open out to a small garden deck overlooking pool area where morning coffee can be shared while watching the sun rise. The dreamy master bath area has a double sink, glass enclosed shower and what we refer to as the "cereal bowl", a beautiful, round pedestal soaking tub. With a tankless water heater and the solid surface tub, you can enjoy a nice steamy bath after a long hike or beach day or just linger in a bubble filled tub on a rainy day!

Plenty of books and some games along with smart TVs in living room and all bedrooms to keep you busy should you encounter imperfect weather.
The home feels much larger than it is with the high ceilings and open layout. The home vibe exudes island living and relaxation with a comfortable and tastefully decorated beach and fishing theme throughout.

Just 3 blocks away from water access for kayaking and fishing, is Tropical Point Park.
The gorgeous islands of Captiva and Sanibel are a short drive away and can be accessed even quicker by boat with Sanibel being visible from the bottom of St James City. Rent or bring a boat for access to Cayo Costa or other islands and explore the many unspoiled and pristine beaches.

We offers kayaks for use as well as bikes and two scooters. There is some fishing equipment, beach chairs, beach umbrella, beach towels, binoculars and beach bags for use.
Last but not least explore our island along with Matlacha Island for shops, marinas, bait and tackle and many incredible restaurants and bars!

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Pool fence must be installed with young children
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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
Smoking allowed outside no butts left on property
Read handbook upon arrival

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
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 a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Saint James City

Saint James City is home to this holiday home. Captiva Chapel By the Sea and Sanibel Historical Museum and Village are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Coralwood Shopping Center and Coralwood Mall. 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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St James City, FL

What's nearby

  • Phillips Community Park - 11 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Museum of the Islands - 11 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Lovegrove Gallery & Gardens - 15 min drive - 15.5 km
  • Koucky Gardens & Gallery - 15 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Matlacha Bridge - 16 min drive - 16.2 km

Getting around

  • Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪J&P Asian Fusion - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Lobster Lady Seafood Market & Bistro - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Pine Island Moose - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Old Florida Charm with heated salt water pool & beautiful gardens with hammocks have a pool?

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

Is Old Florida Charm with heated salt water pool & beautiful gardens with hammocks pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Old Florida Charm with heated salt water pool & beautiful gardens with hammocks ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Old Florida Charm with heated salt water pool & beautiful gardens with hammocks ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Old Florida Charm with heated salt water pool & beautiful gardens with hammocks ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Old Florida Charm with heated salt water pool & beautiful gardens with hammocks located?

Situated in Saint James City, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Koucky Gardens & Gallery, Lovegrove Gallery & Gardens and Matlacha Bridge. Sirenia Vista and Randell Research Center are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Colleen D.

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

Fantastic stay

We all loved the house and its outdoor space! Very clean, well appointed, and great communication with owner.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly M.

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

Family vacation

We came to visit with family on the island. The house was very welcoming and had everything we needed for relaxing time together. Would stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David M., Commerce Township, MI

Beautiful and clean, a delightful getaway!

Pine island is one of our favorite destinations, and Baskin's fish n sips is another reason why! Beautiful, clean and very comfortable, this is a house I would visit again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

david g.

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

A True Gem

Suzi was the perfect host. Communication from her was on point. The house and environment created for guests as a home away from home was perfect for our family or 7. We enjoyed the well stocked kitchen, the decorations around the property, the comfort of the inside and outside amenities, and the pool/lanai. We are grateful to have had the opportunity to create ever-lasting memories with our family!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joseph L.

Great house, great location, great host!

This property is amazing. Our family enjoyed the house, pool, bikes, and even the neighbors. Every little detail is taken care of. We forgot a few items, but everything we forgot or forgot to buy at the grocery was conveniently at the house. Suzi is obviously a very experienced host who knows how to provide the service of a home away from home. Thanks again for the great memories our family will cherish for years to come.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Bette C.

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

Wonderful Oasis

This home is beautifully decorated, warm and welcoming. We enjoyed everything about it. Situated on a quiet, private lot with Tropical Point park right down the street, the location is awesome. We stayed for two months and enjoyed the kayaks, bikes and beautiful pool. Pine Island is one of our favorite places and we have stayed here before but this home was the absolute best ever. The fishing is fantastic too! Suzi and Rick are the friendliest, most responsive hosts. Thanks for sharing your home. Looking forward to making more memories there.
Stayed 59 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M.

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

Awesome location!

We had 2 families meet to share a vacation and the space was perfect! Everything we needed, Suzi had available. The home was spaced ideally to allow everyone to be together, but also have some down-time when needed. The pool and lanai were our favorite locations, as we were escaping the MN/NY winters. The neighborhood was wonderful for biking/walking and we were close enough to the small towns/cities to go and explore/eat without feeling like it was a waste of time. We definitely hope to return to Baskin's Fish & Sips! Thank you again, Suzi for the wonderful accommodations.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Shawna M., Cape Coral

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

Amazing St James Retreat

This place has made it to our favorites. Thank you Suzi for everything. Your home is so beautiful. The decor is so fitting, feels like your vacationing at the beach. I think our favorite part is that the house is surrounded by trees. You can’t see your neighbors except across the street in the front. Salt water pool is very refreshing after a hot day on the boat. Boat ramp is very close! Lots of room with four bedrooms. The deck is very a relaxing and cozy place while listening to the rain. Suzi is very sweet and is available for anything you need. We really enjoyed our stay and will definitely come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Marianne S.

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

Wonderful Stay

This is a great place to get away from it all! The house is perfect. The beds r great. Our favorite part of the house is the back porch and swimming pool! It was January and a little chilly but being from Pa. this didn't bother us, we still sat outside for our meals. We only went out to eat twice in 2 weeks cause we just liked being at the house. Suzi has supplied everything you need for a great vacation. We used the kayaks and bikes several times. Very friendly neighborhood. Suzi does her best to make sure you feel comfortable. Everything is just as you see it on line. If we are in Florida in the future we will definitely want to stay at Baskin's Fish & Sips! My sister in law wants to go back to the house with her whole family. lol Thanks Suzi for letting us enjoy your home.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cara C.

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

Amazing, Beautiful, Relaxing Honeymoon! Don’t Miss This Vacation Spot!!!

I highly recommend staying at this beautiful house. We are already counting down until we can come back! The house has everything you could need - great kitchen, beautiful lanai, and the pool is amazing. Not to mention the beautiful landscaping - Suzi has a green thumb and it shows! They also provide bikes, kayaks, fishing gear, beach chairs…everything you could need. Suzi is an amazing host, she is very easily accessible and gave us so many amazing recommendations for dining and activities. I asked Suzi if she could have a bottle of champagne in the fridge for us on our arrival to celebrate the honeymoon - she and Rick went above and beyond with big bottle of champagne and boxes of beautiful and delicious pastries and desserts (which we ate much quicker than I’d like to admit!) A day trip to Cayo Costa is an absolute must, the beach is gorgeous there. There are also so many fantastic restaurants. We especially loved the Perfect Cup for coffee on Matlacha, the Tarpon Lodge on Pine Island for our last dinner to celebrate (the meal was unbelievable), and if you go to Sanibel you have to go to the Pecking Order for some excellent fried chicken. We were so happy to spend our honeymoon here and highly recommend renting from Suzi and Rick!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Debra K.

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

Amazing home for a family vacation

Great home. Great host. Hopefully we can return.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy C., USA

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

Beautiful must stay house.

Location was quiet and beautiful. Even though there were no beaches there was plenty to do. Kayaking was fun. Many yummy places to eat. Winn Dixie was full size grocery store and really close.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey R.

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

Cozy beach house

This property was exactly what we saw online. The area was quiet and very peaceful. We found the home was well kept, stocked with all necessary items to cook. The owner was quick to respond and very kind. They even gave us ideas of places in the area to take the kids for sightseeing. It was fun to kayak with the provided kayaks at tropical point park which was very close to the property. Overall was a fantastic place and our family would love to visit again. Thank you
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

gay k.

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

My favorite VRBO so far!

We had 4 Adults on our vacation. This house is exactly as described. Very homey! It is decorated very nicely with all sorts of beach and seashore decor. Beds were very comfortable. We enjoyed the pool, screened in back porch and the front porch in the evening when cooler. We had 90 degree days but the winds were higher when we were there so we didn't get a chance to take the kayaks to the close by boat launch. But we did take them to the Galt preserve (close by) one day and a few other places since we had a truck rental. We road the bikes in the neighborhood one night. Kitchen was stocked with extras, like spices, coffee(at least until we could get more), sugar, paper towels and tp. We saw an Osprey in the tree enjoying his catch in the tree above the pool one morning, little newts or lizards, a few got in the the porch area, so cute. Bunny and squirrels enjoy the jungle like area behind the pool area, very serene. Lots of plants! This is my favorite place we have stayed on vacation with VRBO!! I just wish the beach was a little closer
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ame W.

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

Florida Paradise

We spent a week at the Baskin’s property. It was a most relaxing stay. We spent most of our days in the pool. They had plenty of beach towels available. The kitchen was well appointed, everything for cooking was available including a gas grill. We used the bikes to check out the neighborhood. They also had kayaks available to use and the launch area was just down the road. You could even use the bikes to tow the kayaks. The house was very professionally designed, all bedrooms offered plenty of storage. Every where you looked there was a cool beachy item. Plenty of space, lots of things to do & well appointed. We would return to this property and recommend it highly.

10/10 Excellent

Shari B.

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

Great house to stay in, had every convenience available that anyone could possibly need.

Very nice location and property.

10/10 Excellent

Kathy T., Keymar, MD USA

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

Couldn't have been better 🤗

We so appreciated all the different amenities. From the comfortable home, to the beautiful pool, to the fun bikes and the exciting kayaks, we enjoyed them all! We even enjoyed the visit from your friendly dog visitors. Just didn't know where to dog treats were 🤣. We can't thank you enough for letting us stay in your piece of paradise.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susan O.

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

Relaxing getaway

We loved staying at Suzi’s house - it met every need for our family. The house itself is beautiful and functional, and the outdoor space expands on that. We loved getting out on the bikes and kayaks, and sharing family dinners in the screened in outdoor area. If we were to come back to Pine Island we would definitely stay at this house again.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Angelia W.

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

Great place to relax away from hustle & bustle

The home was just as fabulous when we got there as the photos display. The decor was my favorite part of the house, very tasteful coastal be adding that was super comfy. Mattresses were in good shape and that’s always a plus! Kitchen was fully stocked with everything we needed to say in cook all of our meals. All appliances were in excellent condition. The pool was an awesome amenity that I had to have in choosing our home on Vrbo , this one was beautiful and refreshing on the hot sultry days. We implemented kayaks, bike, and went fishing. Couple of the kayaks needed new seats and bike chain came off one of the bikes we rode but nothing a little tlc can’t take care of. Beautiful week, loved traveling through Matlacha to the home from the airport! Cayo Great time spent with my favorite people celebrating my 50th Bday❤️
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Daniel G., Myakka city

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

Hidden piece of paradise

We spent 90% of our vacation at the property, especially in the saltwater pool and outdoor area. Very relaxing atmosphere inside and out. I am an avid fisherman but had no desire to get out of the pool and leave behind my bluetooth radio, cooler full of beer, and the smell of the bbq grill with our next meal on it. Needless to say for us personally It was a much needed decompressing local get away

10/10 Excellent

Cassidy B.

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

If you love fishing and houses that have everything you pretty much need this is the place!

We had a awesome time at fish and sips even though it rained most of the time we were there. The owners are very interested in making sure you have everything you need to enjoy your stay! Even though it rained, we enjoyed the pool and the back yard. Setting out on the deck just listening to the rain and the local wildlife is so relaxing. Thanks again Suzi for making our stay in your beautiful home so pleasant
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Neil M.

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

Peaceful

A very well appointed property with lovely decor that makes you feel relaxed and comfortable, right at home. A private oasis from the chaos of the world to disconnect, recharge.. Yet, lots of toys and outlets to enjoy the island.
Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Susan P., North Royalton, Ohio

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

Excellent Island Getaway

I can't say enough great things about this property. Suzi has thought of everything, it had everything you could possible need. The house itself was beautiful. It had a great split floor plan so traveling with 2 couples worked out great for us. The pool area was amazing. We did use the kayaks one morning. (kayak launch a short walk away) The location is great, short drive to restaurants, marinas, nature preserves and Matlacha. Check in/out was a breeze and great communication with owners with any questions. After seeing my pictures my girlfriends want to come back for a girls trip! I would highly recommend Baskins Fish n Sips!!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

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

Fully equipped!

This house is fully equipped with everything you would need to enjoy your stay on the island! My wife and I brought our newly adopted 8 year old son, my mother and step father for a week in this beautiful home! We had a wonderful time! thank you again for sharing your home with us Mcjohnson & Mathews families

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

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

Great place!

We really enjoyed our stay! The home was very clean, very comfortable, and we loved the setting and Pine Island. Highly recommend for a nice peaceful stay!
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2019

About the host

Hosted by Suzi

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Hi!
We're Rick & Suzi Baskin. We both have ties to Florida and decided in 2016 that we would make our dream come true of owning our own little piece of it.
Living twice in Florida during my fathers Air Force training, I was exposed and forever changed by the beauty and free spirit of the state. The sun and the salt found its way to my heart and has stayed with me. Ricks parents both were Floridians and all of his siblings were born in the state as well. We both have always been drawn back to the area and for years we have visited the Gulf Coast and called it our favorite vacation spot. We started house hunting in 2016 and finally found our home in June 2017.
We both love to kayak fish, days on the beach, gardening and caring for our property! We are hoping that we will retire (early if we’re lucky) to the coast, in our much loved home.

Why they chose this property

When we found this house we immediately knew it was the one for us! It screams Old Florida and offers a front porch and a back lanai on a double lot. The floor plan is open with vaulted ceilings making for a beautiful, spacious and relaxing space where you can't help but feel at home. It is located in a neighborhood with many other homes of varying styles and is located just a few short blocks from Tropical Point Park where you can launch your kayak, paddle board or even launch a small boat. The water is fairly shallow and is perfect for wade fishing or you can always throw out a beach chair and make friends with the local birds.
We are so excited to share our special place with so many others. A place that truly lets you kick back and relax or brings out the adventurer in you. You choose!!

What makes this property unique

The house looks deceivingly small from the outside but once through the front door, you realize it is large, open and inviting. The home has a beachy personality, making it incredibly easy to just relax. Lots of nice areas to get together with everyone or find your own space to cuddle up with a book.
Since hurricane Ian, we have remolded areas of the home as well as the landscape. Though we have lost a lot of the surrounding trees which opened up our once very private property, we have taken steps to plant things to bring that privacy back as the landscape matures .
There are now two areas with hammocks. One in the front and one in the back. Both areas are planted with plenty of plants and palms to make it a relaxing experience in a secluded little area.
The back lanai attaches to the the pool area and is a great place to hang out in the sun or the shade with friends or family. The pool is saltwater and is refreshing in the summer or can be heated for a warm swim in the winter.
With a beautiful house, unique landscaping and beautiful pool area, you can't go wrong!

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