Hidden Gem of South West Florida

9.0

Wonderful

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6107.0 sq m

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Explore the area

Saint James City, FL

Fort Myers, FL (FMY-Page Field)45 min drive
Key West Express57 min drive
Sanibel Island Southern Beach75 min drive
Bowman's Beach87 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Office 1

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Enjoy your gulf access waterfront paradise in quaint Saint James City, Florida. A beautiful community to bask in the sunshine, enjoy some fishing, hike a trail in the Galt preserve or enjoy dinner and music at local restaurants, just minutes away.
2 Kayaks and 2 bikes for your use to explore or fish. Enjoy the beautiful warm Florida day & catch breath taking sunsets from the dock. You may even catch some Manatees or Dolphins hanging out in our back yard.

Property manager

Lauren Almodovar

Languages

English, Spanish

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Water view

View out to Sanibel Isle and Fort Myers beach in distance

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lb per pet (limit one pet total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Boat/Lift is not available for use. Please do not touch or enter the boat on property.

Biking/Kayaking are available for use at your own risk. There are 4 lifejackets available for use. Wash down after each use.

We are a nice quiet community. Please be mindful of noise after 10PM.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 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 fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Saint James City

Located in Saint James City, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Sanibel Historical Museum and Village and Sanibel Historical Village and Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Bowland Coral Lanes and Sun Splash Water Park. Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation and Bailey - Matthews Shell Museum are also worth visiting.

Saint James City, FL

What's nearby

Key West Express - 57 min drive
Sanibel Harbour Beach - 66 min drive
Sanibel Island Lighthouse - 66 min drive
Sanibel Island Southern Beach - 75 min drive
Bowman's Beach - 87 min drive

Getting around

Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

Phuzzy's Boat Shack - 3 min drive
Doc Fords Rum Bar And - 68 min drive
Mudbugs Cajun Kitchen - 65 min drive
Low Key Tiki - 19 min walk
Rosalita's Cantina Sanibel - 72 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hidden Gem of South West Florida pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Hidden Gem of South West Florida?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hidden Gem of South West Florida?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hidden Gem of South West Florida located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 12 miles (20 km) of Museum of the Islands, Koucky Gardens & Gallery and Lovegrove Gallery & Gardens. Griffen American Center for Haitian Art is 11.8 mi (19 km) away.

9.0

Wonderful

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

8.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

6/10 Okay

Cindy G.

25 Mar 2024

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

Takes an hour plus to go anywhere. Nothing to do unless you fish.

Please keep Everything clean. You will lose your deposit if you have pets, get the sheets dirty. Owner has cameras on property. We kept the home clean and communication with her at all times, would not advise going here.

Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lyle U.

5 Mar 2024

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

nicest place on Pine Island!

This. is by far the nicest house we have ever stayed in on Pine Island. And we have stayed in many. It is spotless, beautifully decorated and has every thing you could possibly need. We particularly enjoyed the screened in porch for sunsets and drinks in the evening. There is a tiki hut also! The beds are dreamy and the decor is fantastic. There are kayaks and a nifty launch pad too! Lauren was so nice and was always available to communicate with. Be sure to go to Tarpon Lodge for the best meal and view on the island. ask for the porch seating! Thank you again, Lauren for making our stay perfect!

Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

John D.

27 Feb 2024

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

Very nice and clear

Lots on cool stuff. Free bikes were better than expected Caught some fish right ftom the dock Definitely recommend to others

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela M.

14 Feb 2024

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

Wonderful time!!

We had a great time. The place was beautiful- right on the canal as the pictures showed. We had access to kayaks which ended up being the thing we enjoyed most. Life jackets were made available to us with the elderly people involved we wanted the security of having them. Bikes were available too. The kitchen was well appointed. There were 4 tvs in the place. Everything was great!!

Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2024

About the host

Hosted by Lauren Almodovar

My name is Lauren. We are from south Florida. I'm a hard working mom, with 4 beautiful children, and two grand babies. I also work a full-time corporate job, I love. Hosting for you, is a dream I have worked hard to make happen. Of course, I haven't done it alone. I have am amazing husband, who has also worked hard to make this dream a reality.
Together, we hope we can share in our little piece of paradise with you.

Why they chose this property

We chose this neighborhood, after visiting friends, who are are just a few blocks over. It was love at first sight, and we quickly started our search for a home away from home. The sense of community in Saint James City, just resonates that small town feeling amongst the neighbors and locals. This was further proven just 45 days after we purchased, when category 5 hurricane Ian, devastated the South West Florida region. It was a tough loss, but the way the community rallied and came together, filled our hearts and carried us thru the next stage of rebuilding.

What makes this property unique

So here we are, after Hurricane Ian, we finally finished rebuilding our little piece of paradise. This time, we poured our hearts and souls into this home. Working hard on the details in hopes that you too feel right at home.