Orange You Glad Cottage - A Fisherman’s Paradise in sunny Matlacha

Consider this canal front cottage your home away from home while you visit Matlacha. This wonderful property features 2 bedrooms - one with a queen bed and the other with 2 twin beds. There are 2 full bathrooms equipped with all the essentials. Guests will feel right at home. The bedrooms are on separate floors as are the bathrooms. The kitchen and livingroom are located on the 2nd floor of the home. The covered 2nd floor deck provides a beautiful view of the water, the sunset and enjoying the outside while being protected by the sun and an occasional rain shower. You’ll enjoy watching the mullet jump, the dolphin sightings and the sounds of the osprey. You will also see many ibis, roseate spoonbills and bald eagles. Plus as an added bonus enjoy the enclosed outdoor hot water shower right on the canal. Perfect for showering after a day of fishing or the beach. Relax on the back dock inches from the peaceful canal where you can dock your own boat on the 5,000 lb boat lift.
This cottage is among the mangroves of Matlacha Pass with fantastic fishing. It’s just minutes away from the open waters of Charlotte Harbor which leads you to Cayo Costa, Boca Grande and The Gulf of America. The boat ramp with trailer parking is a very short walking distance away. Beach towels and chairs are provided for trips to the beautiful beaches of Sanibel, Gasparilla and Cayo Costa. If you prefer a pool and water aerobics, it is a quick drive to the Pine Island Community Pool located 3 miles away at the 4 way stop on Pine Island. This is a beautiful pool and is open to the public for a daily rate of $3. Many people enjoy fishing from the Matlacha Bridge also known as “ the world’s fishingest bridge”.
Walk to The Perfect Cup for breakfast or lunch, CW Fudge Shop for delicious candy treats and ice cream and The Blue Dog for an outstanding dinner. Yucatan is a tropical and fun restaurant/bar on the water and is very close by. You could cook your fresh catch on the outdoor grill provided. Matlacha is a small village that you will enjoy touring on the two bicycles provided. There is parking for 1 vehicle only. Our place will help you feel at home while you're staying in Matlacha.