Experience the best of Florida's Gulf Coast island life at this updated Matlacha vacation rental. This 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home sits on a deep-water canal offering direct access to the Pine Island Sound and the Gulf of America. The backyard features an updated seawall, an expanded dock with boat tie-ups for up to 26 feet, multiple lounge areas, and easy kayak launching! End your day in the hot tub overlooking the canal or dine al fresco in the screened lanai as the sun sets over the water! -- THE PROPERTY -- Renovated in 2025 | Putting Green | Screened-In Lanai | Gulf Access Fishing | 1/2 Mi to Matlacha Boat Ramp Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: Full Bed, Twin Bed | Garage: Full Sleeper Sofa OUTDOOR LIVING: Updated backyard, seawall, expanded dock w/ 26' boat tie-up, floating dock for watercrafts, screened-in lanai, lounge furniture, dining area, gas grill, fire pit, life vests, kayaks, bicycles, paddleboards, deep-water canal access CHEF'S KITCHEN: Stainless steel appliances, wine fridge, cooking basics & spices, Keurig coffee maker, Crockpot, blender, toaster, dishware & flatware, knife set, island w/ seating INDOOR LIVING: Washer & dryer, 2 Smart TVs, cable, large sectional sofa, wine fridge, ceiling fans, en-suite bathroom GENERAL: Free WiFi, complimentary toiletries, linens & towels, trash bags & paper towels, hangers, hair dryer, iron & board, laundry detergent, self check-in FAQ: Step-free access, 2 exterior security cameras (facing out), boat lift unavailable PARKING: Driveway (2 vehicles), street parking (first-come, first-served) -- THE LOCATION -- CABBAGE KEY (~7 miles via boat): iconic 'Cheeseburger in Paradise' island, dining MATLACHA PASS (~1 mile) & PINE ISLAND (~5 miles): Snook, redfish, trout & tarpon fishing OUTDOOR RECREATION: Matlacha Community Park (0.6 miles), Bat House Park (0.6 miles), Matlacha Pass Aquatic Preserve (5 miles), Calusa Heritage Trail (8 miles), Yacht Club Public Beach & Park (14 miles), Fort Myers Beach (24 miles), fishing & dolphin watching at Sanibel & Captiva Islands (29 miles) ON THE WATER: Matlacha Boat Ramp (0.5 miles), Angling Adventures of Southwest Florida (0.5 miles), Gulf Coast Kayak (1 mile), Cayo Costa State Park (8 miles), Jug Creek Marina & Fish House (10 miles), Carmen’s Kayaks (11 miles), Charlotte Harbor (26 miles), Boca Grande Pass (56 miles) LOCAL ATTRACTIONS: Leoma Lovegrove Gallery & Gardens (0.5 miles), Wild Child Art Gallery (0.5 miles), Museum of the Islands (4 miles), Sun Splash Family Waterpark (8 miles), Cape Coral Museum of History (9 miles), Downtown Cape Coral (13 miles), The Shell Factory & Nature Park (15 miles) EAT + DRINK: Blue Dog Bar & Grill (0.4 miles), That BBQ Place (0.4 miles), Olde Fish House Marina (0.5 miles), Bert’s Bar & Grill (0.8 miles), Yucatan Waterfront Bar & Grill (0.9 miles) AIRPORT: Punta Gorda Airport (24 miles), Southwest Florida International Airport (30 miles) -- REST EASY WITH US -- Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you. -- POLICIES -- - No smoking - No pets allowed - No events, parties or large gatherings - Must be at least 25 years old to book - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in - NOTE: The floating boat dock can be used to launch kayaks or hold a jet ski - NOTE: The boat lift is not available for guest use at this time - NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 2 exterior security cameras: 1 camera is located on the exterior corner of the garage, and 1 camera is on the corner of the lanai. The cameras are outward facing and do not look into interior spaces. The cameras are motion activated. The cameras will be off while guests are in residence