This old Florida neighborhood, on its own island, is a rarity in the sunshine state - surrounded by water and nature - it truly feels like it is away from it all (but a short drive to Orlando and Tampa and surrounding towns)! While most of Florida is being taken over by concrete and highways, this gem has been untouched!

Our sweet coastal cottage is located right next to sunset beach, a non public beach. Often you’ll have the beach to yourself or possibly share a seat on the sunset bench with one of the locals and hear their story as you watch the sun go down. The sunsets are AMAZING!

The drive in takes you back in time! A small two lane road surrounded by palm trees, water and marshes inspires a window down, tunes blasting kind of moment.

Our two bedroom, two bathroom cottage was designed to encourage rest and relaxation! A cozy L-shape couch faces the big bay window and gulf facing gallery. If you need a break from bird watching, kayaking or beach combing, we have a smart TV and high-speed internet available for working remotely or catching up on some Netflix.

The kitchen is fully stocked with your cooking equipment and utensils so you never have to leave and miss a sunset (yes you can even enjoy the sunset from the kitchen/dining room). We even added a high top table against the bay window so you can sit in the AC while feeling a part of nature.

Ample outdoor space to get your nature fix! A big gallery off of the living room, lower level complete with a picnic bench, full size propane grill, Adirondack chairs, outdoor dining table and an extra lot (bring your lawn games!) and of course the sandy beach steps from the property. Need to get some exercise in while you are here while enjoying the natural beauty.

Please note that this is Pine Island, Florida 34607 located northwest of the Tampa and Orlando Airports, the Island affords you lots of space, privacy and proximity to Disney World, Tampa and many other beautiful Florida cities and attractions. More importantly, you would also have the entire property to yourself for peace of mind and separation from the people and crowded hotels, restaurants and beaches that you just can’t avoid in the larger Florida tourist cities and areas.

What to do while you are here?

- Just relax?

- Enjoy the fantastic sunset from the deck and porch or from the private beach just 90 feet away.

- Read a book and enjoy the peace and quiet from the deck while marveling at the Gulf of Mexico.

-Spy on dolphins playing right in front of you just from your private beach.

-Enjoy the local wildlife: Watch the sunset over the water and be ready to see Sandhill cranes (Grus canadensis), snowy egret, the American white ibis, etc.

-Spread out: There are plenty of small waterfront restaurants, fresh seafood shops, quiet beaches and malls with nationally known shops, restaurants and groceries less than 15 minutes away by car.

- Go crabbing and fishing! (red fish, snook, cobia, tarpon, grouper)

- Go scalloping! - season: July - September

- Go kayaking!

- Go paddling down the pristine waterway of the Weeki Wachee River. 6 miles away

- Go to Disney, have fun but then escape the crowds back to the beach house.

- Pro Sports and minor league baseball abound in Tampa, Orlando, Clearwater, etc.

- Go to the park: Walk 5 minutes and enjoy the Alfred McKethan / Pine Island Park, which includes a beautiful beach and swimming area, picnic tables, shelters, barbecue grills, observation points a volleyball court, new playground and a nice beach restaurant named "Willy’s Tropical Breeze". The park is free all day for walk-ins and only costs 5.00 to park all day for those who drive and come from outer areas. No need to pay to park as you are just a few minutes walk away.

- Go up the river: The Weeki Wachee River has an average flow rate of 112 million gallons of crystal clear spring water per day, year round water temperatures ranging from 72F to 84F, and frequent manatee visitors. - Go to Weeki Wachee Springs State park- is an enchanted spring where you can see live mermaids, take a trip on a river boat cruise, learn about Florida wildlife, and swim in the pristine waters at Buccaneer Bay. More about the house:

. - The under-side area of the stilt house is painted, open and clean for gathering and relaxation. It’s perfect to escape the direct sun but also enjoy the ocean breeze during the day. Huge picnic table, cooler, extra table and chairs, grill (propane), Adirondack chairs, two kayaks, beach chairs and more!

- The entire property is two lots wide as you can see from the photos, so both large lots are yours to enjoy. - The house is fully decorated and furnished with the comforts of home.
- This is a stilt house so you will need to climb one flight of steps to access the main level of the house.
- Child security gate (lockable) located at the top of stairs.
- Fully remodeled interior with a full kitchen, full dining space, large living area, 2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and a beautiful gulf-view deck.
- One bedroom has a king size bed.
- The other bedroom has a twin trundle.
- 2 x wall-mounted Smart TV’s (50”, 30”).
- Stacked clothes washer and dryer
. - Spectrum high speed internet service.
- Fast and reliable Wi-Fi to keep you connected.
- Ring camera at entrance only