Waterfront Views & Dock: Matlacha Island Home

Dog Friendly w/ Fee | World-Class Fishing

A laid-back extended stay awaits at this waterfront vacation rental in Matlacha — Florida's best-kept secret! The 2-bed, 2-bath home backs up to Matlacha Aquatic Preserve, where you can watch dolphins and manatees, or fish, crab, and watch the sunset from the dock. Relax in the pool, then walk or bike to the village for live music, dining, and shopping. Plus, you’ll be a short boat ride from Boca Grande, Sanibel, North Captiva, and Cayo Costa islands.

-- THE PROPERTY --

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 king bed 
- Bedroom 2: 1 king bed
- Living Room: 1 queen sleeper sofa

OUTDOOR LIVING 
- Lanai, heated pool (open year-round), lounge seating
- Outdoor dining & bar
- Gas grill
- Private dock, fishing & crabbing on-site
- Sunset views
- 3 bikes, 2 kayaks

INDOOR LIVING 
- 4 Smart TVs
- Electric fireplace
- Picture windows
- Dining table, breakfast bar
- En-suite bathroom
- Recently renovated (2025)

KITCHEN 
- Stove/oven, refrigerator, dishwasher
- Microwave, air fryer
- Keurig coffee maker, electric tea kettle
- Dishware/flatware, cooking basics
- Trash bags/paper towels

GENERAL  
- Free WiFi 
- Central air conditioning/heat, ceiling fans
- Linens/towels, hair dryer
- Washer/dryer

FAQ
- 4 exterior security cameras (facing out)
- Pet fee (paid pre-trip)
- Weekly pool service (Tuesdays)

ACCESSIBILITY
- Single-story home, step to enter 

PARKING
- Driveway (3 vehicles)
- No street parking

-- THE LOCATION --

- Walking/biking distance to village restaurants & cafes, shops, Matlacha Pass Bridge: world-famous fishing spot
- Easy access by boat to Sanibel & Captiva islands, Cayo Costa State Park: beaches, swimming, snorkeling, bird-watching
- 0.4 miles to Matlacha Community Park: boat launch & fishing pier
- 0.2 miles to Matlacha Fishing Charters & Changes In Latitude Charters
- 0.5 miles to Bat House Park
- 5 miles to Matlacha Pass Aquatic Preserve
- 7 miles to Sun Splash Family Water Park
- 8 miles to Tarpon Lodge restaurant
- 9 miles to Safe Harbor Pineland: ferry service to Cabbage Key
- 15 miles to Downtown Fort Myers
- 23 miles to Punta Gorda Airport, 30 miles to Southwest Florida International Airport

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you’ll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we’ll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we’ll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking or vaping
- Pet friendly w/ $100 fee (+ fees & taxes, dog only, 1 max)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This single-story home requires a step to enter
- The pool is serviced weekly on Tuesdays. The pool technician does not need to enter the home to access the pool
- Your safety matters. This property features 4 exterior security cameras: 1 camera is part of a Ring doorbell device facing the front entrance, 1 camera is located at the back of the home facing the dock, 1 camera is located on the corner of the garage facing the driveway and street, and 1 camera is located in the lanai facing the pool and waterway. The cameras are outward facing and do not look into interior spaces. The cameras are activated by motion and will record video and sound while guests are in residence