House in St James City, FL
Reasons to book
About this house rental
Tropical Sunset is a 2-bedroom, 2-bath waterfront retreat in Saint James City, a boater's paradise on the southern tip of Pine Island. Sip your coffee on the balcony above the canal, then run straight out to the Gulf from the shared dock โ no bridges. Fishing, kayaking and island hopping start at the back door. A full kitchen, washer and dryer and room for the truck and trailer make it an easy Old Florida base. Sleeps 6 in the upstairs unit, up one flight of stairs.
The Space:
This bright second-floor waterfront home sits on a quiet canal with direct, bridge-free access to the Gulf, ideal for boaters, anglers and anyone who wants to slow down by the water. Wake up to canal views and take your coffee out onto the balcony.
Sleeping arrangements
๐น Bedroom 1 (Primary): King bed with private ensuite bathroom
๐น Bedroom 2 (Guest): Queen bed
๐น Living room: Queen sofa bed
๐น 2 full bathrooms with towels and essentials
Sleeps 6.
Inside
๐น Open-concept living and dining area with water views
๐น Two smart TVs and a laptop-friendly workspace
๐น Fully equipped kitchen with stove, oven, microwave, dishwasher and cookware
๐น Washer and dryer
๐น Air conditioning and ceiling fans throughout
On the water
๐น Private balcony and patio with outdoor seating
๐น Shared dock with direct, bridge-free access to the Gulf. The boat lift holds the owner's boat, so guests are welcome to tie up on the outside portion of the dock alongside it, or keep their boat on its trailer in the yard or driveway. Some of the area's best ramps are only a few minutes away
๐น One kayak for guests to use
๐น Charcoal BBQ grill and utensils
๐น Garden and backyard
Good to know
๐น The rental is the upstairs unit and is reached by one flight of exterior stairs
๐น A permanent tenant lives in the separate downstairs unit; the carport, driveway, yard and dock are shared
๐น Guests park on the left side of the carport, with room for about two more vehicles in the driveway. The right side of the carport belongs to the tenant, so please leave it clear
๐น Boat trailers and RVs are welcome in the driveway. No street parking
๐น The boat lift holds the owner's boat and is not part of the rental. Tie up on the outside portion of the dock
Guest Access:
Guests have the whole upstairs unit: both bedrooms, both bathrooms, the kitchen, the living and dining areas, the balcony and the dock.
The downstairs unit is a separate home with a permanent tenant, and the owner's closet in the primary bedroom is locked and off limits. The carport, driveway, yard and dock area are shared with the downstairs tenant, so park on the left side of the carport and please leave the right side clear for the tenant's vehicle. Leave your trash in the bins in the carport; the tenant puts them out on collection day.
You reach the unit by one flight of exterior stairs. Entry is by keypad code, sent to you before arrival.
The boat lift is in use by the owner's boat and is not included with the rental. You are welcome to tie up on the outside portion of the dock.
The Neighborhood:
Saint James City sits at the southern tip of Pine Island and is unapologetically an Old Florida boating and fishing town rather than a resort. Stilt houses and canal homes line the water, the pace is slow, and evenings are about sunsets rather than nightlife.
What's nearby
๐น Local waterfront restaurants and bait shops: a few minutes away
๐น Matlacha: galleries, seafood markets and restaurants about 20 minutes north
๐น By boat: Sanibel, Captiva, Cayo Costa and Cabbage Key
๐น Nature preserves: scenic spots for kayaking and wildlife watching
Worth knowing before you book: Pine Island has no beaches of its own. What it offers instead is exceptional access to the water.
Getting Around:
A car is essential, and so is a little patience: Pine Island connects to the mainland by a single road through Matlacha. Free parking is available on site.
๐น Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW): about 1 hour by car
๐น Cape Coral shopping: about 30 minutes
๐น Matlacha: about 20 minutes north
๐น Public transport: none on the island, and rideshare can be scarce
๐น By boat: the best way to explore this stretch of coast
Other Things to Note:
Please review the house rules before booking:
๐น Check-in: 4:00 PM
๐น Check-out: 10:00 AM
๐น Minimum age to book: 25
๐น No smoking anywhere on the property
๐น No pets
๐น No parties or events. Small gatherings only with our prior approval
๐น Quiet hours: 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM
๐น The rental is on the second floor and is reached by a flight of stairs
๐น A permanent tenant lives in the downstairs unit. Please keep the right side of the carport clear and be mindful of noise
๐น Exterior cameras cover the carport, driveway, backyard and dock area. There are no cameras inside the home
๐น Please use caution around the water and the dock at all times. The boat lift and the owner's boat are off limits
Interaction with Guests:
Via our custom App once booked
Amenities at Tropical Sunset
Map of St James City, FL
