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Direct Gulf Access Island Retreat - Boat Lift, No Bridges, Convenient Location!

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Living area
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Reviews
10

Exceptional

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Washer
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  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • Dryer
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  • Outdoor space
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  • Barbecue grill
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Explore the area

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Bokeelia, FL
  • Popular LocationLovegrove Gallery & Gardens9 min drive
  • Popular LocationSun Splash Water Park22 min drive
  • AirportPunta Gorda Airport (PGD)43 min drive
  • Popular LocationCaptiva Beach85 min drive

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Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Guest

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Direct Gulf Access Island Retreat - Boat Lift, No Bridges, Convenient Location!

This amazing, spacious stilt home offers 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, Direct Gulf Access, Covered Boat Lift, gorgeous views of the mangroves with wide waterways, and is fully equipped with everything you could need to have a fantastic vacation.
The owners suite offers a king size bed, plenty of closet space and a full bathroom. The guest room offers a queen size bed, closet space and a Roku TV.
Very large living area with another TV with cable and with a full dining room, eat-in bar counter, computer workstation, and laundry room right off the kitchen, this is truly a home away from home. There are many conveniences throughout the home and it even includes internet/Wifi.
Feel free to ask us any questions about this home as pictures do not do this home any justice.

Property manager

Craig Burroughs

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
This home is on the water and on stilts.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking needs to be outside of the screened areas.

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 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

About the area

Bokeelia

Located in Bokeelia, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Museum of the Islands and Lovegrove Gallery & Gardens are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Captiva Chapel By the Sea and Whidden's Marina. Bowland Coral Lanes and Mike Greenwell's Bat-A-Ball & Family Fun Park are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as power boating.
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Bokeelia, FL

What's nearby

  • Lovegrove Gallery & Gardens - 9 min drive
  • Sun Splash Water Park - 22 min drive
  • Key West Express - 45 min drive
  • Sanibel Island Southern Beach - 68 min drive
  • Captiva Beach - 85 min drive

Getting around

  • Punta Gorda Airport (PGD) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Miceli's Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Keg & Cow - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Lazy Flamingo 3 - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Direct Gulf Access Island Retreat - Boat Lift, No Bridges, Convenient Location! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Direct Gulf Access Island Retreat - Boat Lift, No Bridges, Convenient Location!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Direct Gulf Access Island Retreat - Boat Lift, No Bridges, Convenient Location!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Direct Gulf Access Island Retreat - Boat Lift, No Bridges, Convenient Location! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Museum of the Islands and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Koucky Gardens & Gallery. Randell Research Center and Calusa Heritage Trail are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Steve M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very unique Pine Island
Pine Island/Bokeelia is very interesting, and I am quite certain it has an interesting history. The house itself was nice, relatively clean, and the location is perfect for those that desire privacy. Amenities were excellent compared to other rentals in this region we have stayed at. There is a dock to fish from (noseeum warning) but you need to wear the strongest deet possible, or be bitten alive. Fishing should be relatively good here, but we stayed at the wrong time ~ full moon. Tides were wonky, fish were M.I.A. and so we went elsewhere to fish. House has everything you need, to include a hot tub, that is serviced, BONUS! Kitchen (for the ladies that need to know) has above average utensils, but depending on how/what you cook, you may desire more. The owner even has a micro plane, go figure. For some renters, if you have a boat to bring, hold on to your rig, because I am certain there are red/snook honey holes out there close by. My wife and I almost bought a bout just due to the location (almost). There is a plethora of restaurants for dining, most are very casual, with a few up-scale. Kids will not be at a loss for food, and the locals are very nice for the most part. Anywhere you go there is always a grumpy individual, and unfortunately I found him. But he was the only one the entire week, a win-win in my book!. Give this house a try, you will not be disappointed!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bookelia
Great access to water and close fishing locations. Boat lift is easy to use. Property was roomy and very clean. The owners provide a ton of local resources in a pamphlet as well as instructions for things around the house. The hot tub was nice at the end of long days on the water also. It was also very nice to have the laundry available. Overall we had a great experience and would rent again
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

gail k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pine Island Getaway
It was quiet and private...just what we wanted! The home is bright and comfortable. And the hot tub is a bonus! For a wonderful day at a beautiful beach, be sure to take the ferry to Cayo Costa. We took the Tropical Star...fun!! We highly recommend Pine Island, and plan to return soon.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lori K., Hiawatha, Iowa

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and amenities
We had a great stay here. Loved how big the house was for our group. The kitchen had all the comforts of home. We enjoyed the hot tub and sitting in the covered lanai. The neighborhood was wonderful. Went on morning walks and everyone was friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen C., Wilmington, OH

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing
Enjoyed staying on Pine Island, this house was in a great location. Very relaxing. Enjoyed using kayaks and fishing. Would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vicki C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing getaway.
Very nice home with nature showing up in the backyard. We had manatees twice. Fish jumping, birds and the cute lizards. The only thing we would have liked that wasn't there were a couple of lounge chairs. Great location. Thank you for allowing us to stay in your home.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wayne F., Ludington, MI

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Property Overall
This is a really nice property overall! We would stay at this location again. Pros: great neighborhood, quiet, canal access, amenities as noted in the listing are accurate, and a great location on the Island to get to all parts of the Island. We cooked dinner on the gas grill nearly every night and prep’d most of our breakfasts and lunches at the home during our 16 night stay. Enjoyed the hot tub too! Cons: we had an issue with cleanliness in a couple areas of the home upon arrival. We could have had the property manager send cleaners over; however, it was more desirable for us to take care of the cleaning ourselves rather than being interrupted. The property manager provided an adjustment to the cleaning fee for our effort. We also found the king bed to be a bit too soft. It had great plushness but not supportive to our liking (and we are light weight people 140# and 110#). We would have tried the queen bed but the mattress was much too high off the floor for my wife.
Stayed 16 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janet J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet retreat
Property was exactly as pictured and described. Excellently well-stocked with everything needed except your food. Very clean and the beds were extremely comfortable. The only downside was the fact that this is a house on stilts so carrying up luggage etc. was a bit of a problem for this older couple, but our fault that we didn’t consider that ahead of time.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Priscilla P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home in a great location
This is right in between Matlacha and Bokeelia Pier (which was where we would be spending most our time). The house was very clean. Any issues we had we addressed with the owner who was very responsive to our feedback. We spent so much time fishing we never had the chance to use the kayaks and bikes but they were available. The cupboards are stocked with lots of supplies which was great because we cooked at home most nights. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Steve L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Outstanding home
Great spot for fishing and kayaking. Be aware that if you are looking for beaches, this is not the place. Beautiful home. Well equipped and clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dawn G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pine Island
Enjoyed staying at this open, clean property. Plenty of areas to enjoy the property!
Stayed 16 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Laurel W., Louisville, KY

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and Quiet
This property was perfect for a laid-back vacation. The house is comfortably furnished with everything you need. When traveling you never know what to expect in a mattress, right? The masterbedroom mattress is very comfortable! We loved being able to fish from the dock, soak in the hot tub, ride bikes through the quiet & friendly neighborhood and discovering the many tortoise that inhabit the area. We loved Pine Island. It is a beautiful island that has been preserved from commerical development. We plan to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

JoAnn W., Swain, NY

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Canal relaxed
The house was well equipped with everything we needed. Enjoyed the kayaks and the sup on the canal and creek. Pine Island is always relaxing. Communication with the manager/owner was very good.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mark A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great House!! Very clean. Located in quite neighborhood on canal.
Enjoyed my morning coffee in the lanai and hot tub every morning.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great for fishing and enjoying the water
We really enjoyed staying here with the canal and boat lift. Note- the channel getting in and out is long and only 2’ deep at low tide! There are channel markers and we had no problem in our bay boat. There were two kayaks, one stand up paddle board, fishing poles and two bikes also available for use, which is very nice. We plan on coming back, as we love this area! Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mike R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Easy to get to and convenient to island amenities. Very skinny water getting in and out so remember that if your bringing or renting a boat. We watched the tides a didn’t have any trouble with a 20 deck boat. We will definitely consider coming back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S., Allenton, Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it!
We had everything we needed. We will be back!
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pleasant surprise!
Location was great. The kayaks and dishing gear were a pleasant surprise.

10/10 Excellent

jason h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pine Island Perfect Fishermans Paradise
GREAT Home and well-appointed and maintained. Awesome instructions and details we provided. One thing for boaters: The channel getting out from this location is very very skinny. We had a 25 with twin engines which would not make it through the looooong channel. Kind of a bummer as it was the main reason we booked the home, so make sure you are bringing the "right size" vessel!

10/10 Excellent

Jason L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and setting
Loved the daily routine here. Fished, walked, boating, just a great location. Neighbor was very nice and the management of the property was very responsive and attentive and cooperative. Just loved it all.
Stayed 15 nights in Nov 2020

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