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GORGEOUS RENTAL! Paradise In Old Time Florida at "The Dew Drop Ian"

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Balcony
    A rare find - enjoy views from the balcony.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Bokeelia, FL
  • Place, Randell Research Center
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Calusa Heritage Trail
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, JetBlue Park at Fenway South
    ‪58 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.)
    ‪61 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

GORGEOUS RENTAL! Paradise In Old Time Florida at "The Dew Drop Ian"

Very secluded on a dead-end road. Fabulous Stilt Cottage where the breeze keeps you cool all day in the many open air sitting areas. One-of-a-kind charm where you can literally ride a bike or walk to the best of Bokeelia. This beautiful place allows time to stand still. Please check out our nesting Eagles right behind out home. Also note our endangered turtle that has buried himself in our garden. Go to meet our amazing Dolphin UNO at Jug Creek Marina. This is a Fisherman's Paradise with several Marinas minutes from Dew Drop Ian. Amazing restaurant's Tarpon Lodge, Jug Creek Marina and The Lazy Flamingo are minutes away!

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17
Under supervision of adults at all times
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
If you have a stay over on a Sunday, please take all trash cans out to the right of the mail box for trash pick up early Monday morning. Thank you!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Do not move Interior or exterior furniture around
Garbage is picked up early Monday am. Please move garbage and recycling out on Sunday night to the curb on the right side of the mail box.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3375271vb
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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
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

Bokeelia

Located in Bokeelia, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Gasparilla Island State Park and Captiva Beach. Tropical Breeze Fun Park and Bowland Coral Lanes are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and ecotours.
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Map
Bokeelia, FL

What's nearby

  • Randell Research Center - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Calusa Heritage Trail - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Bell Tower Shops - 49 min drive - 51.5 km
  • Lee Health Sports Complex - 56 min drive - 58.2 km
  • JetBlue Park at Fenway South - 58 min drive - 67.5 km

Getting around

  • Punta Gorda Airport (PGD) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Miceli's Restaurant - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Yucatan Waterfront - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Perfect Cup - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Street Eatz And Ale - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is GORGEOUS RENTAL! Paradise In Old Time Florida at "The Dew Drop Ian" pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at GORGEOUS RENTAL! Paradise In Old Time Florida at "The Dew Drop Ian"?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at GORGEOUS RENTAL! Paradise In Old Time Florida at "The Dew Drop Ian"?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at GORGEOUS RENTAL! Paradise In Old Time Florida at "The Dew Drop Ian"?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is GORGEOUS RENTAL! Paradise In Old Time Florida at "The Dew Drop Ian" located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Calusa Heritage Trail and Randell Research Center. Koucky Gardens & Gallery and Little Smokehouse Key are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dina N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home - perfect for two adults and two little ones. Excellent location for everything we wanted to do. Thanks for hosting us!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 May 2026
Dina, Thank you so much for the fantastic review! Please keep us in mind for the future. I really appreciate you choosing our home. Susie
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jim v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time at “Dew Drop Ian”. It was exceptional and the hostess was amazing and very responsive. Loved the quietness, and comfortable home. Especially loved having an Eagle perch each morning and evening behind the house. I highly recommend this property on a wonderful Island.
Stayed 16 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 March 2026
Thank you Jim and Beth for this wonderful review! I also want to thank you for your great insights to help me continue being a better host! You and Beth are amazing guests! Susie
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin L.

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

Dew Drop Ian stay on Pine Island, FL

Very good, would go back again !!
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 April 2024
Thank you so much Kevin for your review! You and your wife were wonderful guests! Susie
Verified

10/10 Excellent

randall m.

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

Great property

Great property in quiet neighborhood. Close to marina and cool pubs. Highly recommend! Property manager ROCKS!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 March 2025
Randall! I thank you so much for the fabulous review. You are also an amazing guest! Can't wait to see you again! Susie
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth R.

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

Quiet and comfortable

Beautiful property in a quiet neighborhood with all the comforts.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 January 2024
Beth, thank you so much for the fabulous review. You have been an amazing guest as well! Thank you for choosing The Dew Drop Ian. We would love to see you again! Susie
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda L.

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

Lovely

Susie’s home was perfect. Quiet, extremely clean and charming plus the attention to detail was amazing. Perfect for a healing retreat!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 January 2024
Thank you Linda! You are an amazing guest. We would love to have you back anytime! Susie
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandy s.

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

Quiet escape

My husband and I just wanted a quiet, off the beaten path place to stay near the Gulf. If you are “beach people”, this isn’t the place. For us, it was perfect. We explored every part of the island and found good restaurants, history, and really welcoming people. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 February 2025
Sandy, thank you so much! I am glad you understand Pine Island! I would love to have you back! Susie
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donald F.

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

Hard to beat

This place had so many of the things these two 60 grandparents like. - Seclusion (not on a buy street or too many people nearby). - A deck to just sit or eat on. - Ease of feeling at home- A neighborhood to walk- Not too touristy
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 February 2025
Hello Don, Thank you so much for the stellar review! I am so happy you felt at home, that is exactly what we want to provide. We would love to see you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandie H.

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

Exceptionally Clean and Quuiet

Susie is one of the best hosts I’ve encountered. She is helpful, and quick to respond. This place is at the end of a cul-de-sac it is quiet and there is a nesting pair of eagles in the back. The outdoor area is so comfy and ready for you to enjoy. It is well stocked and is the cleanest VRBO we have stayed in. A nice stay for sure
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 March 2024
Hi Sandie! Thank you so much for the fabulous review! You are also a wonderful guest. I'm so happy you enjoyed your stay. I really enjoyed chatting with you. I hope our paths cross again, Susie
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Toro 2.

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

Good house on quiet Pine Island

The house is older but a lot of excellent renovation done well. Everything clean and in good working order. Located in a private, quiet part of the Island with nice neighbors.Pine Island is a rare uncrowded part of Florida that's mostly a fishing/boating mecca. Lots of fresh seafood to buy, a few good restaurants, and a Publix. Very relaxing. We visited friends in Bonita Springs where traffic was gridlock.
Stayed 16 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 March 2025
Linda and Dave, I want to thank you so much for the incredible review! Thank you for recognizing our hardwork renovating this wonderful little Oasis. We hope to see you again! Susie and Tim
Verified

8/10 Good

Tom C.

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

Shower and Spoons

There were two problems: 1) No soup spoon. Borrowed two from my sister who lives nearby. 2) Shower had no hot water. Lukewarm at best. More serious than spoons. Otherwise we would have given it an A+ rating.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 March 2024
Hi Tom, thank you for your kind review. I am not sure why there were no soup spoons, I am so sorry. We will be sure to purchase asap! As for the shower being luke warm, the shower water is indeed hot . We asked our HVAC guys to go out to correct this issue. This is on a mixing diverter valve which needs to be gaged to preferred temperature. They reassured me that the shower water is hot. A brand new HVAC system was installed right before your stay, it maybe a simple adjustment. I'm very sorry for this. If we were alerted of the issue, it would have been resolved quickly. Thanks again for staying at the Dew Drop Ian!

About the host

Hosted by Susie Watkins

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I am a native New Yorker but LOVE the tropics. I formally owned a home in Jamaica on the south coast. As much as I loved my stilt home there, it was extremely hard to maintain. I began a search for a stilt home in Florida and low and behold, I knew this home was meant to be!

Why they chose this property

I choose this neighborhood because it is super quiet and it has fabulous neighbors. It also is right around the corner from The Historic Tarpon Lodge!

What makes this property unique

My property is unique because I work in Interior Design. I love collecting wonderful art and creating beautiful settings. I also love tropical gardens. I will continue to work on this property to improve it over time!

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