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Enjoy autumn in sunny Matlacha. Orange You Glad Cottage- A Fisherman’s Paradise

Matlacha accommodation with kitchen

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A covered outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, overlooking a marina with boats and a dock.
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A two-story houseboat with a balcony, docked at a marina.
A marina with boats docked, a palm tree, and a rainbow in the sky.
A bedroom with two beds, a green door, and a window with a bird.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathrooms68 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Matlacha, FL
  • Place, Lovegrove Gallery & Gardens
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Matlacha Bridge
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Griffen American Center for Haitian Art
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.)
    ‪50 min drive‬

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About the area

Matlacha

On waterfront.You'll be steps from Lovegrove Gallery & Gardens and within a 10-minute walk of Matlacha Bridge. Also, Griffen American Center for Haitian Art is within half a mile (1 km) and Sirenia Vista is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Lovegrove Gallery & Gardens - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Matlacha Bridge - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Griffen American Center for Haitian Art - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • JetBlue Park at Fenway South - 44 min drive - 52.3 km
  • Sanibel Island Southern Beach - 56 min drive - 58.9 km

Getting around

  • Punta Gorda Airport (PGD) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Bob Evans - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Miceli's Restaurant - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Enjoy autumn in sunny Matlacha. Orange You Glad Cottage- A Fisherman’s Paradise

Consider this canal front cottage your home away from home while you visit Matlacha. This wonderful property features 2 bedrooms - one with a queen bed and the other with 2 twin beds. There are 2 full bathrooms equipped with all the essentials. Guests will feel right at home. The bedrooms are on separate floors as are the bathrooms. The kitchen and livingroom are located on the 2nd floor of the home. The covered 2nd floor deck provides a beautiful view of the water, the sunset and enjoying the outside while being protected by the sun and an occasional rain shower. You’ll enjoy watching the mullet jump, the dolphin sightings and the sounds of the osprey. You will also see many ibis, roseate spoonbills and bald eagles. Plus as an added bonus enjoy the enclosed outdoor hot water shower right on the canal. Perfect for showering after a day of fishing or the beach. Relax on the back dock inches from the peaceful canal where you can dock your own boat on the 5,000 lb boat lift.
This cottage is among the mangroves of Matlacha Pass with fantastic fishing. It’s just minutes away from the open waters of Charlotte Harbor which leads you to Cayo Costa, Boca Grande and The Gulf of America. The boat ramp with trailer parking is a very short walking distance away. Beach towels and chairs are provided for trips to the beautiful beaches of Sanibel, Gasparilla and Cayo Costa. If you prefer a pool and water aerobics, it is a quick drive to the Pine Island Community Pool located 3 miles away at the 4 way stop on Pine Island. This is a beautiful pool and is open to the public for a daily rate of $3. Many people enjoy fishing from the Matlacha Bridge also known as “ the world’s fishingest bridge”.
Walk to The Perfect Cup for breakfast or lunch, CW Fudge Shop for delicious candy treats and ice cream and The Blue Dog for an outstanding dinner. Yucatan is a tropical and fun restaurant/bar on the water and is very close by. You could cook your fresh catch on the outdoor grill provided. Matlacha is a small village that you will enjoy touring on the two bicycles provided. There is parking for 1 vehicle only. Our place will help you feel at home while you're staying in Matlacha.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • On the waterfront

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 730 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Welcome home! Please enjoy your stay. The house has been professionally cleaned and sanitized for you.
Please ensure to leave promptly at your checkout time which is 10 am to give the cleaners plenty of time to clean and sanitize the house for the next guests to check in on time.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: There is no barrier between the home and the canal

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 6
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 6. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Enjoy autumn in sunny Matlacha. Orange You Glad Cottage- A Fisherman’s Paradise to the airport?

This cottage is 23.7 mi (35-min drive) away from the Punta Gorda Airport (PGD) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Enjoy autumn in sunny Matlacha. Orange You Glad Cottage- A Fisherman’s Paradise have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Enjoy autumn in sunny Matlacha. Orange You Glad Cottage- A Fisherman’s Paradise to the beach?

This cottage is 13.7 mi (27-min drive) from Cape Coral Yacht Club Beach.

Does Enjoy autumn in sunny Matlacha. Orange You Glad Cottage- A Fisherman’s Paradise offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Enjoy autumn in sunny Matlacha. Orange You Glad Cottage- A Fisherman’s Paradise?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at Enjoy autumn in sunny Matlacha. Orange You Glad Cottage- A Fisherman’s Paradise?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Enjoy autumn in sunny Matlacha. Orange You Glad Cottage- A Fisherman’s Paradise?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Enjoy autumn in sunny Matlacha. Orange You Glad Cottage- A Fisherman’s Paradise have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Enjoy autumn in sunny Matlacha. Orange You Glad Cottage- A Fisherman’s Paradise have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Enjoy autumn in sunny Matlacha. Orange You Glad Cottage- A Fisherman’s Paradise to downtown Matlacha?

This cottage is 0.2 mi away from Matlacha.

Enjoy autumn in sunny Matlacha. Orange You Glad Cottage- A Fisherman’s Paradise Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything I needed was there, very well kept enjoyed the stay
Stayed 15 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place! Clean, cute, comfortable! Nice and relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We very much enjoyed out stay. A short walk to food, shopping and the park. Friendly neighborhood. And Oh so cute!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved this property. It was very well-appointed with everything we needed, and the charm and decor were really superior. Host was amazing. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent rental! My son enjoyed fishing in the canal. Beautiful views amd great location. Well stocked and very clean!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great! Very clean and had everything we needed. Walking distance to restraunts and wonderful water views and sunsets. The host was great and easy to communicate with. Loved it!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House is clean, well decorated and nicely updated. The kitchen is very well equipped. The hosts really thought of everything. Grrat place to stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kim is a great host. Responded to questions in a timely manner. The house was perfect. Beautiful inside and out. We loved the veiw! All the amenities you could need were provided.
Coffee on the deck in the morning
Enjoying fishing and wildlife from our kayaks
Watching the sunset from the deck every evening
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely hands down the best host ever..... Had some issues with VRBO itself and the host was so fabulous in helping out ...... Love love love love the house so peaceful relaxing and what a stunningly beautiful view!!! I'd recommend to anyone and everyone
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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