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Island life! Waterfront 1br/1bth w/ dock and kayaks - pet friendly
Waterfront holiday home with kitchenette and patio
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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4398.3 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Matlacha, FL
- Place, Lovegrove Gallery & Gardens3 min walk
- Place, Matlacha Bridge12 min walk
- Place, Griffen American Center for Haitian Art17 min walk
- Airport, Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.)50 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Living Room 1
1 Single Futon
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Dining area
About this property
Island life! Waterfront 1br/1bth w/ dock and kayaks - pet friendly
Water lover's paradise! Relax, explore, live and love life! Only 3 miles from the mainland! You’re near all SW Florida has to offer - with your own special place to call home in our historic island village. Experience small town Island living in Matlacha and spend your next work assignment /vacay in this duplex cottage. Waterfront, wildlife , kayak, fish off dock. Gulf Access and WORLD CLASS FISHING (kayak available)! Great retreat after a long day of work or sightseeing. Matlacha (“Mat-La-Shay”) is a historic island village and a world of its own , yet so close to all SW Florida has to offer . This is a boating and fishing community , while we do not have a sandy beach , gulf beaches are a short ride away . Come and enjoy your own cozy slice of paradise , in this pet friendly , walkable little town with local shops , eateries and weekly live music and community events . Best suited for a couple and if needed the futon in the common area can sleep a child or an overnight adult guest . Enjoy the sights and sounds of this peaceful waterfront getaway . There’s an abundance of Nature and marine life for you to explore . Kayak , Boat, Fish off the dock or bridge around the corner, head down to the community pool, in Pine Island, check out our island museums only a short drive away , or just relax while soaking in the Florida Sun in this adorable place ! Walk down to the famous "Fishingest" Bridge - launch your boat right around the corner and park it along the dock (if available - please check!). Have breakfast at the Perfect Cup and happy hour at the Blue Dog or any of the other amazing tropical “key west” themed restaurants on Pine Island , St James or Bookelia. There is Wi-Fi and a smart tv! Well equipped kitchen for longer stays to make meals - Pack light as there is 1 small closet , underbed storage bins and a small chest of drawers . Well behaved and gentle pets welcomed. Laundry facilities on site ! Boat dockage and trailer space may be available upon request for additional fee. This is a updated 1950s fishing cabin - for those who want clean and cozy accommodations - the simple life . So if you’re looking for luxury accommodations, this might not be for you- but we know it’s just what some others are looking for ! Come Live the life of a local for a while ! Island Time Begins HERE!
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Waterfront, not child proofed, BYO baby gear
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 1 total)
Clean up after your pets .Only gentle quiet breeds
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
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
Matlacha
Located in Matlacha, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Coralwood Shopping Center and Coralwood Mall are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Rotary Park Environmental Center and Four Mile Cove Ecological Preserve. Tropical Breeze Fun Park and Mike Greenwell's Bat-A-Ball & Family Fun Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Matlacha, FL
What's nearby
- Lovegrove Gallery & Gardens - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Matlacha Bridge - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
- Griffen American Center for Haitian Art - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
- Key West Express - 43 min drive - 41.3 km
- JetBlue Park at Fenway South - 44 min drive - 50.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Starbucks - 9 min drive
- McDonald's - 5 min drive
- 7-Eleven - 5 min drive
- Miceli's Restaurant - 3 min drive
- Circle K - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Nicole Ferrara
I believe most great life memories are made by spending quality time together with the people you love , doing simple things together. I'm a fisherman's daughter, and have an affinity for waterfront living. I married a fisherman ... and so it goes. Laughing, sharing a meal or good conversation surrounded by the sights and sounds of things the good Lord provides to us for free. While I spend my days doing challenging executive non profit work , I greatly enjoy the time I get with my family and friends . I tend to like small towns , with quaint mom and pop shops, live music , a "locals" culture, walkable town, polite people , warm tropical climates, and access to water activities. My hope is that you too enjoy these special places , doing what you love - solo or with those you love - surrounded by nature and the simple things in life.
Why they chose this property
Small town island life. Direct access to world class fishing and venues filled with friendly and simple folks.
What makes this property unique
Walkable town , nice friendly people, great fishing, beautiful sunrises and sunsets , wildlife and marine life, small shops ,good breakfast joint, happy hour / dinner spot, live music , community events, and fresh seafood. All of this can be found in Matlacha and the towns on Pine Island. They are community oriented, and the impact of Hurricane Ian proved it! The locals are resilient, helpful , neighborly, and ISLAND STRONG! There is so much history here - a visit to the museum on Pine Island will fill you in! If you want a change of pace and a great night out - Fort Myers, Punta Gorda, Cape Coral, are many sandy gulf coast beaches are all just a quick ride away! Naples is even under an hour - Matlacha is tucked away, but close to it all!
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