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Manatee Lookout Cottages - Boat to Beach, Pool, Kayaks, Pets, Direct Gulf Access

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Beach at the house....enjoy!
Our cute community

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 672.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Saint James City, FL
  • Place, Phillips Community Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Museum of the Islands
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Lovegrove Gallery & Gardens
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.)
    ‪62 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Manatee Lookout Cottages - Boat to Beach, Pool, Kayaks, Pets, Direct Gulf Access

Welcome to Manatee Lookout Cottages- Our cute cottage is a brand NEW BUILD! We offer direct Gulf Access right in our backyard, Old Florida Vibes, peaceful natural environment, wildlife & manatee watching. Gorgeous beaches are a short boat ride away. Made a Mini beach for you to enjoy. Soothing outdoor tropical shower! Free kayaks & manual bikes, amazing private community pool & jet spa steps from the home. Golf cart available for extra fee. All about relaxation here!

The space
***Please ask us about our purple house sister property next door. It has been a short term rental for 5 years now. 2 bed 2 bath cottage if you need more room for your group. You can click on my host profile to see both of the listings available

What’s not to love about Pine Island? Our place is the perfect getaway with gulf access canal in our backyard, access to dock, a great pool and jet tub! You will see adorable manatees at our dock and up and down our canal! There is an awesome osprey nest near the house. Really cool tropical wildlife all around. We are across from a huge open preserve and next to a farm - can you say relaxing! Ability to rent the golf cart right at the house is a bonus! Please make sure to research Pine Island before you book to make sure it meets your expectations of where you want to explore on your vacation. Thank you

Kids and Family Friendly- I have lots of pool toys/floats, bikes, umbrella stroller, a high chair, kids books, puddle jumper, sand toys for the beach, boogie boards, fishing rods, beach umbrella, beach chairs, cornhole, life jackets, a cooler, some snorkel gear and much more!

*3 single seat kayaks and 4 manual bikes free for you to use as well!

Guest access
You will see Biking, golf carts and electric bikes around the Island. Many people are out walking. Parking is right in front of our blue patio.
House is on a cul-de-sac/dead end which makes for a wonderful and safe street!
Our private boat/kayak launch is also right on our street, which makes it extremely convenient and easy

Other things to note
Feel free to bring your pets! Please note there is a $65 fee per pet per stay. To be paid before check in. If bringing more than one pet, Please make sure to add the correct number into your reservation. Pets must be potty trained and cleaned up after.

* I have some dog treats, pet bowls, a pet bed and toys available*

COOL Stuff-
*We have no traffic lights on the entire island
*There are numerous food trucks throughout the island which are so fun!
*Right next to our community every Thursday afternoon in the church parking lot (in season, usually starts Jan 1st) there is an amazing Farmers Market with fresh fruits, veggies and specials! Check it out!

Pine Island will feel like a different world. It's so unbelievably laid back filled with palm tree nurseries, farms and nature. We boat or take the ferry over to secluded island barrier beaches which is the quickest. You can take a car to some of them like Sanibel, Fort Myers Beach, Captiva etc...which would be about an hour plus of a drive. We do have a very small beach on the island as well.

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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 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
1.Start load of all used towels/bath mats. 2.Clip all pool passes/boat key back in book. 3.Please leave home clean & tidy. 3. Windows closed. 4. Place items back where they were upon arrival.
5. Please start dishwasher.No dirty dishes 6. Alert me to anything broken/missing, flats, issues with golf cart/bikes 7. If you rented golf cart please leave plugged in 8. Linens can stay in place
9. Golf cart key back in golf cart lockbox. 10. Clean up after your pets inside and outside. 11. Trash/recycling cans to curb if checkout is on Sunday.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
**If there’s any damage from you and your guests or pets etc. you will be charged an additional fee at check out to pay to clean/fix damages
early check in or a late check out please inquire with host if home is available. $35 fee for an early check in or a late check out
1 electric golf cart to rent that is available for 2 of her properties for an additional fee -First come first serve. Waiver would need to be signed

Important information

You need to know

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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

Located in Saint James City, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at North Captiva Island Beach and Sanibel Island Southern Beach. Sun Splash Water Park and Tropical Breeze Fun Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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Saint James City, FL

What's nearby

  • Phillips Community Park - 5 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Museum of the Islands - 6 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Koucky Gardens & Gallery - 10 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Lovegrove Gallery & Gardens - 10 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Matlacha Bridge - 10 min drive - 11.8 km

Getting around

  • Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Miceli's Restaurant - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Street Eatz And Ale - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Yucatan Waterfront - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Manatee Lookout Cottages - Boat to Beach, Pool, Kayaks, Pets, Direct Gulf Access have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Manatee Lookout Cottages - Boat to Beach, Pool, Kayaks, Pets, Direct Gulf Access?

As of 20 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Manatee Lookout Cottages - Boat to Beach, Pool, Kayaks, Pets, Direct Gulf Access on 9 May 2026 start from NZ$206, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Manatee Lookout Cottages - Boat to Beach, Pool, Kayaks, Pets, Direct Gulf Access pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Manatee Lookout Cottages - Boat to Beach, Pool, Kayaks, Pets, Direct Gulf Access?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Manatee Lookout Cottages - Boat to Beach, Pool, Kayaks, Pets, Direct Gulf Access?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Manatee Lookout Cottages - Boat to Beach, Pool, Kayaks, Pets, Direct Gulf Access?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Manatee Lookout Cottages - Boat to Beach, Pool, Kayaks, Pets, Direct Gulf Access located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Koucky Gardens & Gallery, Lovegrove Gallery & Gardens and Matlacha Bridge. Sirenia Vista and Randell Research Center are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

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10/10 Excellent

Bethany

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The house was exactly as advertised. It was beautiful, clean, and easy to find. We really enjoyed our stay. 10/10 would recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026

About the host

Hosted by Kate Nichols

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Love PINE ISLAND! I have been hosting for 5 years now. Decided to build a new home next to our other rental after hurricane Ian destroyed it because we love our area so much. My son and I manage this listing and are here to help!

Why they chose this property

Our neighborhood is the best. It is so quiet with beautiful views and wildlife everywhere. We absolutely love Flamingo Bay and being on an Island! Everyone is so kind and it has everything you need right there (boat ramp, pool, spa, clubhouse, dock etc...). I also love watching all the amazing wildlife in the area and exploring in the golf cart. One of my favorite things to do is to take the electric bike to the small beach we have...it's so fun and right near our neighborhood.

What makes this property unique

Seeing manatees swimming in the backyard!
You will see adorable manatees while sitting at our dock! Love being a straight shot to all the barrier beaches. We have a huge osprey nest as well in front of the house...so many beautiful tropical birds to watch. Across from Flamingo Bay is a huge open wildlife preserve, next door we have a farm. Such a peaceful place surrounded in nature.

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