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Southernmost Inn Studio with a water view

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A waterfront property with a wooden deck, a marina with boats, and a clear view of the water.
A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area, a sofa, and a bed.
A wooden deck with two chairs and a table, a glass door leading outside, and a view of a building in the background.
A compact room with a bed, a dining table with chairs, a kitchenette, and a television mounted on the wall.
A bathroom with a toilet, sink, and shower.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Garage parking available
    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
  • Culinary delights just around the corner
    Guests love the location for its abundance of dining options.
1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Air-conditioning
  • Washing machine
  • Garage parking available
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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St. James City, FL
  • Place, Museum of the Islands
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Lovegrove Gallery & Gardens
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Matlacha Bridge
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.)
    ‪69 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Southernmost Inn Studio with a water view

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 and sunsets on the screened lanai looking out to San Carlos Bay.



"Hook 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

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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 # 2494035vb
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 is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Saint James City

Saint James City is home to this apartment. While the natural beauty of Sanibel Island Southern Beach and Estero Boulevard Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Key West Express. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Dunes Golf and Tennis Club, or consider a night out at Rumrunners.
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St. 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 Southernmost Inn Studio with a water view pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Southernmost Inn Studio with a water view?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Southernmost Inn Studio with a water view?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Southernmost Inn Studio with a water view located?

Situated in Saint James City, this apartment building is within 12 miles (20 km) of Museum of the Islands, Koucky Gardens & Gallery and Lovegrove Gallery & Gardens. Matlacha Bridge and Griffen American Center for Haitian Art are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location on the water was awesome. Beautiful!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great we had a great time
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the perfect spot/location for a quick getaway and retreat. Right on the water, with excellent views great for boat watching, and the AMAZING Waterfront restaurant right next door. Louise, thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar 2026
So glad you enjoyed your stay! It was a pleasure having you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Good location

The room was clean and within walking distance to three restaurants
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything I was expecting. Right on the water. Clean and affordable. Louise was great. Very helpful and responsive to questions.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Feb 2026
Thank you! I am so glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Charming waterfront.

We really enjoyed our short stay at the property. Very clean and fresh, cute little Lani, next door to a great restaurant, Waterfront with great views and quiet neighborhood. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The unit was excellent - very clean, comfortable and and is in a perfect location. Louise was great and even let me check in a few hours early.The back/dock area needs some attention, but it is understandable given the recent hurricane. Had I brought my boat, I would have been very disappointed that there was no water available at the dock. Again, I am sure it is a work-in-process as the entire region is rebuilding.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Nov 2025
Michael, Thank you for your review! I just wanted to clarify the dock situation. There is water available along the side of the Inn. When a guest arrives with a boat, we make sure they know where to find the water source. We are also getting ready to rebuild the seawall, which has delayed the completion of the landscaping on the water side of the Inn. I hope you will come again so you can enjoy your boat and the easy access to the Gulf! Louise
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect

The perfect spot... Louise is most helpful!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome

Awesome !! Clean, convenient, and fishing off the dock is awesome
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Pleased guests

The room was exactly as listed. We had everything we needed for our stay. Wonderful location.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Getaway!

Really nice comfortable studio apartment. Exactly as listed the pictures don’t do it justice!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful

The studio was just as pictured, cute, cozy and clean. St James City was charming and quaint. Our hosts Louise and Dave were very attentive to our needs as well as Leah who was as at the property every day checking on things. She answered our questions and helped us fully enjoy our stay. The weather was cool for January but we still had a great time and will be back.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great getaway!

This property and location were both great! We had a wonderful and relaxing getaway! We plan to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

get away

Clean cozy, comfortable place to stay. Close to many things to do!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Hidden Gem

Quaint, charming, relaxing and economical. Fishing from the front dock was stellar. Excellent host with great communication skills. Location is great with an eating establishment next door. Looking forward to another stay in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

good time

comfortable and relaxing getaway
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Nov 2021
So glad you had a relaxing stay! Come see us again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026

About the host

Hosted by Louise Schie

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Louise and David live in Ft Myers near the bridge to Sanibel Island. Louise is a teacher and David is an electrical engineer. Both grew up in Canada near Toronto and lived for the past twenty years in California, moving to Southern Florida last year. David & Louise also own Crescent Island, just south of the Southernmost Inn (also available on VRBO).

Why they chose this property

The Southernmost Inn is by far the closest Inn to deep water (San Carlos Bay) in St James City and perhaps in the whole Matlacha/Pine Island area. When we say "two minutes" we mean two minutes without all the long canals at "no wake" speeds or shallow water to navigate. Southernmost is also right next door to the Waterfront Restaurant, which is a great restaurant with a full bar next door. Also nearby there is a fresh seafood market, grocery, hardware, and other amenities. A small sandy beach is within 1 minute walk. Outside your lanai you will find bbq's and a long dock with slips for your boat (bring your own or rent from us).

What makes this property unique

"Fishing Faster" on the way out, "Beer Faster" on the way in. Great views. Parking at the southernmost part of the Island where parking is at a premium. Laundry facilities. Fish cleaning station. Bicycles and Kayaks available.

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