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Studio on the water

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A covered outdoor area with a table and chairs, a view of a body of water, and a wooden deck.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a stove, microwave, and a refrigerator. There is a dining table with chairs and a TV mounted on the wall.
A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a couch, and a window with blinds.
A compact kitchen with a stove, refrigerator, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A bedroom with a bed, a window, a door leading to a balcony, and a wall-mounted air conditioning unit.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Garage parking available
    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Sleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Veranda
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Saint James City, FL
  • Place, Phillips Community Park
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Museum of the Islands
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Lovegrove Gallery & Gardens
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Punta Gorda Airport (PGD)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Studio on the water

Summary:

Welcome to the Southernmost Inn! Compared to any other Inn on Pine Island, we can honestly say, "If you had stayed with us, you could already be fishing!" Avoid the fifteen-minute boat ride along the canal's "no wake" zones by docking with us.



Or simply sit and enjoy great views of wildlife on the screened lanai along Henley Canal.



"Rod Studio" sleeps 2 with a queen bed, one-bath and has a well-equipped kitchen.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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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

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2494065vb
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Saint James City

Saint James City is home to this apartment. While the natural beauty of Sanibel Island Southern Beach and Bowman's Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Key West Express. Sun Splash Water Park and BIG Arts Center are also worth visiting.
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Saint James City, FL

What's nearby

  • Phillips Community Park - 16 min drive - 16.8 km
  • Museum of the Islands - 16 min drive - 17.2 km
  • Koucky Gardens & Gallery - 20 min drive - 21.3 km
  • Lovegrove Gallery & Gardens - 21 min drive - 22.4 km
  • Matlacha Bridge - 22 min drive - 23.1 km

Getting around

  • Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jerry's Foods - ‬66 min drive
  • ‪Doc Ford’s Rum Bar & Grille - ‬69 min drive
  • ‪Phuzzy’s Boat Shack - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Gramma Dot's - ‬65 min drive
  • ‪Low Key Tiki - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Studio on the water pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Studio on the water?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Studio on the water?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Studio on the water located?

Situated in Saint James City, this apartment building is within 12 miles (20 km) of Phillips Community Park, Museum of the Islands and Koucky Gardens & Gallery. Lovegrove Gallery & Gardens is 12 mi (19.3 km) away.

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 22 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tremayne F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Cozy Stay.. Great Area
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Matt D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice little spot to crash for a couple nights. Good local restaurant next door. We enjoyed our visit
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Old Florida just what we were looking for. Site was on water. Landscaping needed some work but otherwise our perfect getaway. Thank you Louise for making my husbands birthday just perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 June 2026
I am so glad you had a good stay. Yes, the landscaping needs work but we are about to start a project of rebuilding the seawall. It was damaged in all the hurricanes. New dock and landscaping will be part of that project.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bobby G.

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

Great Water Views

Quiet, good location, and right on the water.
Stayed 39 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sara G.

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

Great quiet spot with great views

Easy check in was able to keep our jetski just outback with ease Restaurant next door Will be returning If you want simple pleasure on the water for a value this is it for sure. Owner was very personable and easy to communicate with
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Thoa

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Cozy and clean, though a bit compact, this spot offers thoughtful touches like basic kitchen essentials, including salt and pepper. Our rental unit includes a platform placed along the edge of the property, but do not anticipate any success with fishing from this particular spot. On a positive note, the staff is exceptionally responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

DOMINGO L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Nice spot to fish

The studio is nice, great location, good space for couple , but lack privacy in the patio due to a restaurant next door and it is kind of noisy daytime.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 April 2024
Thanks for the feedback. As you can imagine, there was a great deal of damage to the property due to Hurricane Ian. There used to be a fence between our property and the restaurant but it got destroyed in the hurricane. The restaurant needed the space to access the side of their property to make their repairs. The city took a long time to give them their permits so they only recently reopened. We plan to rebuild the fence and will be doing so soon. Thanks for staying with us and we hope to see you again. Louise
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joseph C.

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

Honeymoon Road Trip

Absolute awesome owner. Great communication. Nice clean facility.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James E.

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

The Southernmost Inn

My wife and my self had a wonderful experience staying in the Rod studio. It was very clean, A restaurant right next door. The shrimp and scallop pot pie was amazing. The views from the canal that is right out side the door are truly beautiful. Being so close to the water is one of the reasons we picked this place. My wife and i are definitely making plans to stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ilena V.

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

Hidden Gem with a Most Excellent Host!

If you’re looking for a nice clean spacious place in a beautiful area with a wonderful host, look no further!!! This place is definitely a gem!! We were able to put our SUV and trailer in the drive, and tie our boat right to the dock in the canal. It was so tranquil here and made for such a nice getaway! 10/10 Thank you Louise!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

linda M.

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Non inviting and deceptive

Would not recommend based on property advertising said beach is 15 minutes by boat nothing about drive by car of you don't have a boatInside stuido veto plain and not inviting especially when told it was for a honeymoon looking at a full dumpers at your door
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2025
Linda, I am sorry your stay was disappointing. I did reach out to you today, but your voicemail was not set up, and you did not respond to my texts. You stated that the listing did not mention a drive to the beach. However, it very clearly states the distances in driving time to several beaches. They are listed a short distance down under the pictures of the unit, right beside the map of the area. In addition, this information is listed again when you click on "see all about this area", which is directly under this first list of beaches. As for the inside of the unit, I am sorry it did not fit your taste. We have the Inn decorated in a style that all of our guests have appreciated since before our rebuild following Hurricane Ian. As I stated in my text, I would love to have you return in the future. I would offer you a discounted rate in one of our larger rooms so you can have a different experience. Contact me anytime. Louise
Verified review

8/10 Good

Cathy G.

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

Quaint town and quaint cottage

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this property. It was a perfect getaway. Loved the setting, the town and surrounding areas. We met the handyman, Neil. He was so helpful and lots of local info to share. A bonus!! Only negative was the mattress as perhaps may need replacing as very soft. Otherwise, the remodel worked for us. Simple but functional.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Madeline S.

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

The studio was spotless and had everything needed for a very comfortable stay

I had my coffee sitting on the canal in Adirondack chairs watching the fishing boats go by. So relaxing I loved being at the very end of the island and a restaurant is right next door
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John T.

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

Excellent waterfront

Super clean, excellent location on the canal, many restaurants near by. A plus was Comcast cable with voice remote.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

judy s.

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

Winter getaway

perfect, peaceful location! All pictures and descriptions were true. Located next to waterfront restaurant that has great food and views . Traveling up to Calusa for kayaking was a bonus!!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy Y.

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

What a great spot

Our first time on Pine Island - Reminds me of old Florida. Conveniently located next to a restaurant. Quiet, at the end of the island. The room's amenities were perfect for us and I loved being right on the water.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ANN C.

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

Love it!

Thank you so much for making this such an easy process. The room was beautiful and outside was beautiful. The room was so clean, smelled so nice, and had just the right amount of anything you need for a stay. Thank you for taking such good care of my stay. I was there for a funeral and the property manager made everything so easy for me. So much nicer than the pictures show. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Cindy W.

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

Studio in St James City

This studio was a great choice for my husband and I. It’s right on the canal and has great outdoor spaces with a covered lanai, open porch, dock, and a place to grill out. Inside was clean, nicely decorated and just big enough for two. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Taryn C.

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

Great staycation

My husband and I enjoyed our staycation at this property! Very quiet, good food in the area. We got massages with Pamela McCarty and she was great! Our room was clean and we enjoyed the back patio and being on the water!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gary M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

darcy w.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Trudy E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2026

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