Blue Heron * fish, boat, wine, dine, relax, repeat

Welcome to the Blue Heron. This beautiful home will win your heart - a place to create amazing memories. Located in Bokeelia, this home offers tranquility and is the perfect spot to boat from, fish, enjoy family time, and simply relax. There are 2 boat docks and a boat ramp close by, we have kayaks and paddle boards to explore the waterways, bikes to explore the island, or stay home and make the most of the heated pool, fish from the dock, or hang at the private tiki bar!

We very much want you to feel at home, be able to relax in comfort, and thoroughly enjoy everything this beautiful vacation villa has to offer, as well as the Pine Island location and the Florida sunshine!

Imagine waking up in the king size bed in the primary bedroom with the sunshine filtering through the blinds. Take your morning coffee on the dock and see if you can spot the manatees, or jump in the heated pool, for a refreshing wake up! Then choose your favorite spot and contemplate what the new day has to offer. An early morning kayak or paddle boarding trip straight from your private dock? A boating and fishing day? A leisurely day by the pool? An afternoon nap? A beach day, perhaps, or exploring the island by bike. How about a cornhole tournament? And if your schedule includes work time, set up on the patio, with a canal view - it is definitely going to beat the office! Oh, and did we mention the large private tiki bar? We have a feeling you may spend a while hanging out in there and maybe even create a margarita (or two) with our top notch margarita machine!

If fishing is your thing, Bokeelia has some of Florida’s best fishing at your fingertips - snook, redfish, trout and grouper, and tarpon are just some of the fish you may find on the end of your line and Boca Grande Pass, home to some of the world's most active tarpon fishing tournaments.

The house is spacious, light and airy, set over 2 stories, with vaulted ceilings in the main living areas and large glass sliders leading onto the enclosed balcony room, overlooking the canal and the pool deck. It has a serene, relaxed feel - recently updated, completely repainted, and recently furnished The owners have put a lot of work into ensuring the best experience for your vacation.

This house is perfect for a couple of families vacationing together and we have provided everything with this in mind. The access and main living area of the house is on the second floor, including the kitchen, living and dining area, 3 bedrooms and two bathrooms, so guests must have the ability to climb stairs. Downstairs (accessed from a spiral staircase, or directly from the patio), there are 2 further bedrooms, a large bathroom, a kitchenette with refrigerator, and a workspace

The patio and pool, and dock area is where you’ll spend a lot of time! The pool is heated and there are sun chaises for the sun worshippers and floaties for you to lounge on in the pool. There is plenty of space for all, and for the outdoor chefs, there is a good size grill and seating for all to sample the fresh catch of the day, or perfectly cooked steaks.

The star of the show is the huge Tiki Hut, complete with bar area, TV, retro arcade game and Margaritaville frozen margarita machine!

This is a waterfront property and the patio leads down to a private dock, complete with 2 boat docks, a fish cleaning station, and a fire-pit for the evenings. We have provided kayaks and stand up paddle boards for your use as well as life jackets. There are plenty of protected waterways along Jug Creek and Pine Island Sound that are great for kayaking.

There are also bikes for exploring the island, and for your beach days there is plenty of beach equipment. We also provide beach/pool towels as we know that packing space is tight!

At a glance...
• High speed WiFi throughout the home
• Smart TVs in all bedrooms, the main living area and in the Tiki Bar
• Hairdryer and individual size toiletries in each bathroom
• All bedrooms have comfortable mattresses and the linen is cotton and dreamy to sleep in! We use comforters with cotton covers that are washed after each stay, so you can rest assured that all bedding is 100% fresh for your stay.
• Enjoy the patio with heated pool, floaties, plenty of outdoor seating.
• Canal view and private dock with 2 boat docks, with space for up to 4 boats (depending on size. There is a boat ramp a few hundred feet down the road.
• Large waterside patio with sun loungers, BBQ/grill station, a firepit and large Tiki Bar with TV
• Beach equipment - beach chairs, beach umbrella, beach toys, cooler.
• Beach/pool towels
• Explore and make the most of Pine Island – there are 4 Kayaks, 4 paddle boards, life jackets, 8 adult/2 teen/4 kids bikes, and fishing poles
• Household essentials – starter amounts of laundry detergent, dishwasher soap, paper towels, etc.
• Kitchen staples – coffee, tea, sugar, general spices.
• Fully equipped kitchen with plenty of dinnerware, glassware and cookware, plus a wide variety of small kitchen appliances including a regular coffee maker and Keurig machine, blender, and toaster.
• Margaritaville Tahiti frozen drink machine
• Games – board and card games, cornhole and outdoor Jenga.

We can also provide a weekly cleaning service for an additional charge.

Guests will have access to the entire home, garage, pool, private dock, and tiki hut.

We manage this beautiful vacation home for the owners and are available by phone or text anytime during your stay. There will also be a comprehensive house manual at the property. Please feel free to contact us before your trip to ask any essential questions via the Airbnb app and we will be happy to answer them.
Our guest experience is important to us and we want to make sure the property and location are right for you and your expectations are met, to ensure a great vacation.

Bokeelia is located on the north end of Pine Island and, by boat, you are minutes from Charlotte Harbor, Pine Island Sound, and Matlacha Pass.
It is a sleepy residential neigborhood and the house sits at the end of a canal with a beautiful view down the length of it.
The waterways are great to explore by kayak, and we have bikes to explore on land.
There are some great local fish restaurants nearby, in Bokeelia, on Pine island and in the nearby fishing village of Matlacha.
Head up to the northern tip of the island, to the fishing pier and Capt'n Con's Fish House, or go back in time to the 1920's and have dinner at The Tarpon Lodge.
You are 15-20 minutes from the bigger stores and amenities of Cape Coral and 40 minutes from Fort Myers.

Pine Island is a great place to cycle around and we have plenty of bikes at the house to help you explore. And if you prefer exploring via the waterways, we have you covered with kayaks and stand-up paddle boards. Bringing your own boat? There is a boat ramp a couple of hundred feet from the house, and we have 2 boat docks available.
Pine Island is approximately one hours drive from SW Florida Airport in Fort Myers. Traffic can be heavy at times, so please allow plenty of time if you are traveling back to the airport to catch a flight Rental cars and taxi services are available at the airport.

PLEASE NOTE:
• We want you to have the best vacation experience and want to ensure that the house is right for your needs. If you request to book, we will be in touch to ask a little about your vacation plans and we will also require you to complete, sign and return a rental agreement.
• This is a no smoking home
• Minimum age requirement to rent this home is 30 and renter must be present for entire stay
• Gatherings for special events or parties are not allowed.
• This is a quiet and peaceful residential area, so we kindly ask that you respect our neighbors and the community in general as they live and work here. ‘Quiet time’ between 9pm and 8am, but we request that noise levels are kept at a respectable level at all times. Please be aware that sound carries on the water.
• Your furry family member (dogs only), may be considered upon approval and a non-refundable pet fee. 40lb weight limit and no dangerous breeds. Please inquire BEFORE booking.
• If you plan on bringing your boat, please let us know in advance.

PLEASE READ THROUGH THE RULES AND REGULATIONS BEFORE BOOKING AND TO ENSURE A TROUBLE FREE VACATION FOR ALL!
The minimum age required to rent this vacation home is 30 and we reserve the right to request ID. The primary renter must be present for the duration of the rental period. We will ask for a rental agreement to be completed and signed.

This home is in a private residential community and we kindly ask that you respect the neighbors and community as a whole, keep noise to a reasonable minimum during the day and absolute minimum between 9pm and 8am.

No parties or events allowed at any time.

Pets. We will consider small dogs (no cats) under 40lbs but ONLY with approval. Please inquire BEFORE booking and tell us a little about your furry family member. There is a non-refundable $100 pet fee.

Boats: There are 2 boat docks at the property and can accommodate up to 4 boats, depending on size. We share one of the slips with a neighboring property and there are signs indicating which one. Please respect their right to use at all times.

Upon arrival: Our goal is that you have an excellent stay and we strive to provide the house in top condition for you. Please notify the property manager within 2 hours of arrival if anything appears damaged, needs repair, or cleaning. We will assume that everything is in good condition if we do not hear from you.

We know you will be considerate, but understand that accidents do happen. If damage occurs during your stay, please notify the property manager immediately so we may assess and notify you of any replacement/repair charges if applicable. You will be charged a $1000 refundable security deposit.

Pool: Please note that there is no pool barrier and this is waterfront property, so children