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Laid Back Old Florida Style Home with Pool and Hammock Gardens

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8167.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

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St James City, FL
  • Sanibel Island Southern Beach
  • Sanibel Harbour Beach
  • Sanibel Harbour
  • Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.)
    ‪67 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bonus Kids bedroom

2 Single Beds

Guest bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Guest bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Laid Back Old Florida Style Home with Pool and Hammock Gardens

Welcome!! Fish & Sips is a gorgeous, "Old Florida" style home located on Pine Island. It is a hidden gem for fishing and the adventurous type!
The house is much roomier than it appears from the outside. With 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, it boasts high ceilings and an open layout with 1800sq ft+ of air conditioned space. It also offers a breezy, open front porch along with a large screened lanai area enclosing back deck, master deck and the heated, saltwater pool area with gas grill.

A well stocked kitchen with coffee maker with capability of full carafe or K-cups, toaster, blender, Kitchen Aide Stand Mixer, convection oven and so much more, lends itself to vacation meal making. There is also an outdoor table with running water for fish cleaning on home side.

The master suite is the highlight of the bedrooms and bathrooms boasting a large and open space with a king sized bed and sofa, French doors open out to a small garden deck overlooking pool area where morning coffee can be shared while watching the sun rise. The dreamy master bath area has a double sink, glass enclosed shower and what we refer to as the "cereal bowl", a beautiful. round pedestal soaking tub. With a tankless water heater and the solid surface tub, you can enjoy a nice steamy bath after a long hike or beach day or just linger in a bubble filled tub on a rainy day!

Plenty of books and games along with smart TVs in living room and all bedrooms to keep you busy should you encounter imperfect weather.
The home feels much larger than it is with the high ceilings and open layout. The home vibe exudes island living and relaxation with a comfortable and tastefully decorated beach and fishing theme throughout.

Just 3 blocks away from water access for kayaking and fishing, is Tropical Point Park.
The gorgeous islands of Captiva and Sanibel are a short drive away and can be accessed even quicker by boat with Sanibel being visible from the bottom of St James City. You may also take the Ferry out of Pineland marina to Cayo Costa for a relaxing day on one of the areas unspoiled and most pristine beaches.

We offers kayaks for use as well as bikes and two scooters. There is some fishing equipment, beach chairs, beach umbrella, beach towels, binoculars and beach bags for use.
Last but not least explore our island along with Matlacha Island for shops, marinas, bait and tackle and many incredible restaurants and bars!

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Pool fence must be installed with young children
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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
Smoking allowed outside no butts left on property
Read handbook upon arrival

Important information

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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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Saint James City

Saint James City is home to this holiday home. Captiva Chapel By the Sea and Sanibel Historical Museum and Village are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Coralwood Shopping Center and Coralwood Mall. Bowland Coral Lanes and Tropical Breeze Fun Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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St James City, FL

What's nearby

  • Tarpon Point - 40 min drive - 36.8 km
  • Cape Coral Yacht Club Beach - 45 min drive - 40.4 km

Getting around

  • Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Overtime Sports Bar - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Prime 239 Steakhouse - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Lobster Lady Seafood Market & Bistro - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Phuzzy’s Boat Shack - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Laid Back Old Florida Style Home with Pool and Hammock Gardens have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Laid Back Old Florida Style Home with Pool and Hammock Gardens pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Laid Back Old Florida Style Home with Pool and Hammock Gardens?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Laid Back Old Florida Style Home with Pool and Hammock Gardens?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Laid Back Old Florida Style Home with Pool and Hammock Gardens located?

Situated in Saint James City, this holiday home is within 12 miles (20 km) of Lovegrove Gallery & Gardens, Griffen American Center for Haitian Art and Sirenia Vista. Happy Paws Park and Goodwins Island are also within 16 miles (25 km).

About the host

Hosted by Suzi

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Hi!
We're Rick & Suzi Baskin. We both have ties to Florida and decided in 2016 that we would make our dream come true of owning our own little piece of it.
Living twice in Florida during my fathers Air Force training, I was exposed and forever changed by the beauty and free spirit of the state. The sun and the salt found its way to my heart and has stayed with me. Ricks parents both were Floridians and all of his siblings were born in the state as well. We both have always been drawn back to the area and for years we have visited the Gulf Coast and called it our favorite vacation spot. We started house hunting in 2016 and finally found our home in June 2017.
We both love to kayak fish, days on the beach, gardening and caring for our property! We are hoping that we will retire (early if we’re lucky) to the coast, in our much loved home.

Why they chose this property

When we found this house we immediately knew it was the one for us! It screams Old Florida and offers a front porch and a back lanai on a double lot. The floor plan is open with vaulted ceilings making for a beautiful, spacious and relaxing space where you can't help but feel at home. It is located in a neighborhood with many other homes of varying styles and is located just a few short blocks from Tropical Point Park where you can launch your kayak, paddle board or even launch a small boat. The water is fairly shallow and is perfect for wade fishing or you can always throw out a beach chair and make friends with the local birds.
We are so excited to share our special place with so many others. A place that truly lets you kick back and relax or brings out the adventurer in you. You choose!!

What makes this property unique

The house looks deceivingly small from the outside but once through the front door, you realize it is large, open and inviting. The home has a beachy personality, making it incredibly easy to just relax. Lots of nice areas to get together with everyone or find your own space to cuddle up with a book.
Since hurricane Ian, we have remolded areas of the home as well as the landscape. Though we have lost a lot of the surrounding trees which opened up our once very private property, we have taken steps to plant things to bring that privacy back as the landscape matures .
There are now two areas with hammocks. One in the front and one in the back. Both areas are planted with plenty of plants and palms to make it a relaxing experience in a secluded little area.
The back lanai attaches to the the pool area and is a great place to hang out in the sun or the shade with friends or family. The pool is saltwater and is refreshing in the summer or can be heated for a warm swim in the winter.
With a beautiful house, unique landscaping and beautiful pool area, you can't go wrong!

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