Title: Heart of Matlacha Studio-remodeled! NEW - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Heart of Matlacha Studio-remodeled! NEW Waterfront vacation home in Matlacha with patio ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83540000/83534800/83534701/w1015h679x0y4-a45e8828.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83540000/83534800/83534701/7df70899.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, toaster](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83540000/83534800/83534701/3bbc7d30.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83540000/83534800/83534701/3cbfe42c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83540000/83534800/83534701/113ed093.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled on a wildlife marine reserve, this historic fishing cottage offers beautiful views and open water breezes. Watch the sunset fall into nature from your private apartment with keyless entry and self-check-in. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Barbecue grill - Air conditioning - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Heart of Matlacha Studio-remodeled! NEW It's rare to find a place that's both historic and one-of-a-kind. It’s even rarer to find a place that is historic, unique, romantic, and on a wildlife marine reserve. This listing is two updated historical fishing cottage apartments from the days when the Matlacha Pass Marine Reserve was a booming fishery. This historic cottage provides beautiful views, open water breezes and the best feature-our sunsets falling into nature! The space Front apartment. We have another private apartment behind this unit which shares this cottage. Guest access Keyless entry with key pad. Self-check-in Other things to note Fishing is recommended. Swimming is not! Take a day trip to Costa Maya from Pine Island for the best beach in the US! There are other amazing beach options from ferries and tours leaving Pine Island and Matlacha. Please book the entire cottage with property ID: 3719955 if wish to rent the entire which includes the back studio unit. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In a village - In the city center - Near the sea - On the waterfront ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106100000/106092100/106092097/efd0f421.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Secret Island Retreat Heated Pool Open Water Matlacha - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-16&endDate=2025-11-17&selected=106092097&PinnedHotelID=106092097&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107600000/107591100/107591088/12bc1429.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Florida Style Villa by the Water with heated Pool, Dock, Gulf access! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C26.62643%2C-82.07375&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=vNSDbsGsQthHeZPmH9Bs9c21Tow=) Matlacha, FL #### What's nearby - Lovegrove Gallery & Gardens - 6 min walk - 0.6 km - Griffen American Center for Haitian Art - 20 min walk - 1.7 km - Royal Tee Golf Club - 7 min drive - 6.8 km - Sun Splash Water Park - 15 min drive - 12.7 km - Key West Express - 43 min drive - 38.7 km #### Getting around - Punta Gorda Airport (PGD) - 35 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive - ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive - ‪7-Eleven - ‬5 min drive - ‪Miceli's Restaurant - ‬3 min drive - ‪Circle K - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Heart of Matlacha Studio-remodeled! NEW pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Heart of Matlacha Studio-remodeled! NEW? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Heart of Matlacha Studio-remodeled! NEW? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Heart of Matlacha Studio-remodeled! NEW located? > Located in the heart of Matlacha, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Lovegrove Gallery & Gardens, Matlacha Bridge, and Griffen American Center for Haitian Art. Sirenia Vista is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Heart of Matlacha Studio-remodeled! NEW Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anna J. Feb 4, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great cottage Cottage was super cute! We especially loved the tandem kayak! ##### Anna J. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melia L. Mar 17, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent Stay! Such a great location in Pine Island. Extremely clean and wonderful little touches made our stay so pleasant! Thank you to the hosts!! ##### Melia L. 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