Book Direct & Save - No Booking Fees
2884 sq. ft. Impeccable Marco Island home on an situated on an oversized tip lot boasting 173’ of waterfront with views of 5 converging waterways! Enjoy sun all day on the pool deck or in the heated infinity pool plus a waterfall. The pool is open-concept with no "cage" cover, making for amazing star-gazing while relaxing in the hot-tub after your day of fun. Enjoy sunsets from the pool deck. The screen lanai is equipped with a large electronic screen which can be opened for full access to the pool deck. You can set the door alarms to alert you if one of your little ones opens a slider to the pool area without your consent.
You are almost assured of seeing dolphins swim by. They are most likely to show up at dinner time but can be seen at most anytime really. The lot has twice the water frontage of the average Marco waterfront lot with water views to three sides of the pool area.
You'll enjoy high quality furnishings and bedding's throughout. All bedrooms offer flat screen TV's. We "stream" our TV services with endless channels allowing you to watch countless movies, news channels and local weather. (FAR better than cable) The living room features a home theater system with 65" flat screen TV and the master Bedroom Suite has a 55"' TV. The office has high speed internet, computer, wireless network, wireless printer, scanner and 26' monitor. The kitchen is stocked with every gadget you’ll need to prepare a gourmet meal – all you need to do is decide if you want to eat inside at the eight chair round table or outside in the lanai at its six-chair table – both have fantastic water views!
No detail has been over looked. The large lot affords unusual privacy and features lush tropical landscapes which include a Meyer Lemon tree, coconut palms, royal palms, Christmas Palms, and a variety of other tropical plants and flowering shrubs. The pool is open concept with no screen cover to block the sun and views. We've had NO complaints of mosquitoes or black flies due to the openness of the water surrounding the property to the point where we
we never close the electric lanai screen when we are at the house. The large lanai is open to the pool off the living areas or it can be closed off with the click of a button which closes a large electronically operated screen.
The home is a 5 minute drive from a couple of Marco Island's finest beaches, hardware stores, food stores, shopping ,restaurants and movie theater.
There’s plenty to do: Rent a boat by the half day or full day at the marina which is 5 minutes from the house. Pack a lunch and explore islands like Keewaydin Island. Within a half hour’s drive you can be in the Everglades where alligator/boat tours can be found. Everglades City is an old fishing Village that is a must see. Take a half day trip and have lunch there, exploring the everglades park on the return trip. Power sailing is available along the beach just a mile from the house, including jet ski rentals. There is a theater within a mile from the house where you can enjoy dinner and a movie. Mackle Park is just across the street from the house. The library and Marco historical museum are within a few minutes walk from the house. Enjoy biking or walking around the lake at the park. There are four bikes at the home for guest use, along with beach towels and beach chairs, beach chair caddy and beach umbrella. (4 poolside chaise lounge chairs , two comfort loungers and an outside dining table with 6 chairs.
The five bikes are: One 27" men's bike, one 26" lady's bike, one 24" teenager's bike, a 16" bike and a small bike for two to three year old's. The 16" bike has easy "snap-on / snap- off" training wheels if needed. Additional bikes can be rented by the week or day on the island. There are usually several fishing rods in the garage as well.
There is a minimum stay of 7 nights unless we have overlapping stays where five or six night stays are possible. Customary check in/check out on Saturdays but will consider stays outside of these parameters. Please inquire.
There is no doubt, you will be pleased with a decision to book this magnificent home. Our guest book contains 14 years of guest reviews. Every review is unedited or redacted. We examine the market often to be sure our rates are providing our guests with the best possible accommodation for their dollar. ALL reviews, both at the house and online have been positive with 100% Five Star online reviews- - -never had anything less.
Be sure to read our online reviews and come stay, you'll be glad you did!
NOTE: Several pictures show "dolphin" statues beside the pool. These are no longer there as we removed them when we updated the areas with new pavers to replace the concrete lanai floor and pool deck. (looks gorgeous!)
Unique Benefits
This home is a 5 minute drive from a couple of Marco Island's finest beaches, hardware stores, food stores,shopping and restaurants. The very popular Mackel Park is within a couple of minutes walk. Enjoy biking or walking around the lake at the park. (day or night as the trail is illuminated)
Why Kids Love It
The pool of course. But the best local attraction for kids is within a three minute walk over to Mackle Park. Google Mackle Park for pics and videos of this fabulous adult and children's park. At the playground, there are loads of interesting buildings, structures and a spectacular water feature to keep the kids cool and having fun. It's truly amazing to have this top notch playground and park withing a couple of minute's walk from the house.
Located at the end of a very quiet dead end street you'll not be bothered by traffic found the busy main roads such as Heathwood, San Marco, Barfield and Collier). The exposure of this property will assure sun on the pool deck from morning until sunset. Close enough to the open waters of the gulf that dolphin sightings are commonplace, often daily. We've also seen a group of five stingrays going by. We've also seen some HUGE fish right off the dock. Caught some too.
Mackle Park: Outstanding.
Public Library
Marco Historic Museum
Snook Inn, Old Marco Inn and, our favorite, The Island Gypsy Cafe and Marina Bar located just minutes away on the Isles of Capri.
Rent a Pontoon Boat and visit some of the many islands close by.
As a homeowner who rent their homes, it is important to provide the most cost-effective way to make our homes available to guests. Many of the "bigger" players such as Homeaway, VRBO, TripAdvisor, Airbnb and others now charge guests "BOOKING FEES" which results in guests paying up to 20% more for their vacation than they have to. Stick with sites such as this one, or other newer companies where the "old model" has been maintained and NO guest booking fees are added on to the rental. The homeowner pays a flat "subscription fee" to advertise their homes.
Guests can really save big money by sticking with homeowner-paid subscription-only vacation home rental sites. is one of the largest such sites , offering a huge selection of southwest Florida vacation home and condo rentals.
A fantastic public library and historic museum are within walking distance from house.
No Booking or Service Fees
Save up to 25% compared to other websites - no hidden costs.
Connect Directly with Hosts
Book with confidence and get the best rates.
Florida's #1 Vacation Rental Site
Trusted by millions - your go-to for the perfect Florida getaway.
| Rate Period | Nightly | Weekend Night | Weekly | Monthly | Min Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Apr 26 - Dec 13 2025 | $1,795 | 7 nights | |||
Dec 13 - Dec 20 2025 | $375 | 7 nights | |||
Dec 20 2025 - Jan 03 2026 | $650 | 7 nights | |||
Jan 03 - Jan 30 2026 | $4,000 | 7 nights | |||
Jan 31 - Feb 06 2026 | $4,000 | 7 nights |
Fees:
Notes:
There is a Pool Heat Fee of 50/week due to the significant cost of electricity in the are. From December through March we have our pool heat set to 86 degrees whereas the vast majority of homes on the island have heat set to 84 to 85 degrees. The system is an electric heat pump system. As such, during this period, the weekly electric surcharge is $65.00/week.
Weekly rentals run Saturday to Saturday but will consider deviations from this for existing "broken" weeks. (ie: a guest may have booked 10 nights leaving flexibility in booking times around that stay) Always check with us. We are more apt to deviate from this policy on last minute booking requests.
There are three cameras in use at the property. One is for viewing the pool filter equipment on the side of the house, another is for viewing the dock area and the third camera is a doorbell camera. There are NO cameras inside the home or which view the hot tub, pool and lanai areas. The three cameras are strictly for security purposes of the areas mentioned above. We value our privacy when we are away and fully expect that you demand the same.
Last updated on October 08, 2025
Lisa W.Wonderful home-amazing pool
This home has everything you need, comfortable beds, a fully stocked kitchen, and a beautiful view. The sunsets were amazing. Saw a dolphin from the pool. The pool is amazing lots of space for family and fun. I would highly recommend it!
Stayed: May 2024 Submitted: May 29, 2024
Host response
"Lisa, Thanks so much for your review. It's appreciated. We try our best to make sure the home has everything we would want when we are on vacation away from home. Hope to have you stay with us again. Jim"
Terry D.1248 Bilboa Court, Marco Island
We have just returned from a 13 night holiday in this wonderful house on Marco Island. The house was outstanding both inside and outside - it was even better than it looked on the photographs. We saw dolphin swimming by most days and boats and jet skis on a daily basis. This house is worthy of the highest rating. I never usually give reviews but on this occasion this house was so exceptional I could not pass this opportunity by. The booking process was simple and efficient.
Stayed: May 2023 Submitted: May 31, 2023
Host response
"Terry, Thank you so much for your positive review of our home. We are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay. We do try hard to keep the house looking sharp, just as we would want it to be when we have booked vacation homes for our family. Glad the dolphins were out. Once, when I was staining the dock, I was lying down on the dock when a dolphin swam directly underneath me and cleared his blowhole. Nearly scared me to death. :) Hope you'll visit again. Thanks for taking good care of our home."
Steve and F.Best Location On The Entire Island!
Immaculate and stunning were our first thoughts when we walked in and continued to be during our two-week stay. Wish we could have stayed a month or longer! Incredible sunsets and enjoyed seeing the Dolphins swim by. The location was perfect and close to everything. Could not have asked for more and can't wait to come back. THANK YOU!! P.S. -- caught some monster fish right off the seawall. Kids loved it
Stayed: December 2023 Submitted: January 06, 2023
Host response
"Thanks for the great review! So glad you and your family enjoyed your vacation. It is a special spot and we are fortunate to be able to share the experience with others. Hope you'll come back again. Happy New Year!"
Jessica L.Perfect!
Great house with everything we needed. Comfortable beds. The pool and spa were perfect and used every day. This made our family so happy!
Stayed: December 2022 Submitted: December 26, 2022
Host response
"Happy New Year! So glad you and your family enjoyed your stay! We hope to have you stay at our home again in the future. Many thanks for the kind review. Jim Mardisw"
Debra M.Perfect island home
We spent a week in this perfect home and can't find a thing to criticize. The location was great, pool and spa were excellent, bed was super comfortable, and the kitchen was fully appointed. We especially loved the open pool since the weather was incredible and no bugs to interfere! The instructions on operating everything were greatly appreciated as were the pool floats, bikes, and easy check-in and departure.
Stayed: December 2022 Submitted: December 12, 2022
Host response
"Thanks so much for your kind review. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and hope you'll stay at our home again. Best wishes for the Christmas season. Jim and Ann"
Heidi C.Love this house and property!!!
We had a wonderful time on our vacation and it all started with this house. We loved the infinity pool and hot tub! We liked that the pool was not screened in like so many others are!! The house had everything we needed to cook, which we did except for one night. The house was very spacious. The view was amazing, especially the sunsets at night!!!! The house is right on the canal and we saw dolphins almost everyday! I would highly recommend this accommodation.
Stayed: May 2022 Submitted: June 14, 2022
Host response
"Heidi, Thanks so much for your positive review! So glad you enjoyed your holiday. We come down several times a year to make sure the property is well kept and supplied so our guests can do what they came to do which is to relax and enjoy. We hope you'll think of our home again in the future. Enjoy your summer. Jim and Ann Mardis"
Ron K.Everything about this stay was outstanding!
This property has everything that you would possibly need during your stay. The location is so convenient to the beach, restaurants, shopping, just to name a few. The infinity swimming pool and hot tub overlook the channels that the house faces. The sunsets from the poolside are incredible. The beds are very comfortable and the on-suite to the master bedroom is awesome. The house is very spacious for a family to enjoy. We will definitely be staying here again!
Stayed: January 2022 Submitted: February 09, 2022
Host response
"Thanks Ron. So glad you and your family enjoyed your stay. We'd love to have you stay at our place again. Your positive review is greatly appreciated. Regards, Jim and Ann Mardis"
Patrick M.Great Place!
My family of (4) have been coming down to the Marco/Naples area during Christmas or Spring break for about 14 years . We always rent a house or condo. This one is definitely one of the best ones we have rented. Very well equipped and the views are absolutely amazing!!!!! The sunsets on the patio are spectacular and everything from the spa and pool were very simple to use. I highly recommend this property!!!!!
Stayed: December 2021 Submitted: January 03, 2022
Host response
"Thanks for taking the time to post a review of your stay. Your review is really helpful to future guests trying to find the right property for their family when they take their vacation. Thanks for your positive review!! We're glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to have you stay at our home again. Best wishes for a safe and healthy New Year! Jim and Ann"
Vicky M.Surpassed our expectations!
Everything was perfect. We loved the pool and rarely left the house My granddaughters even played in the.pool when it rained. We rented a 24 ft Pontoon boat for the week, tied to dock and had a great time exploring the waterways. We encountered dolphin and having the boat was so nice. The home itself is just beautiful, quite luxurious actually. I highly recommend this rental.thank you for a fabulous vacation.
Stayed: September 2021 Submitted: October 03, 2021
Host response
"Vicky, Thanks so much for your great review. It is great to hear that your family enjoyed the home and Marco Island. We hope you'll come back and visit again. Regards, Jim and Ann Mardis"
Heidi S.The pool and lanai are amazing
We loved the house! The outdoor area is amazing. The lanai with the electric screen makes the day fun with open access to the pool, hot tub and water then during the evening we’d close it for games. The kitchen is a great size and made breakfast and lunches so easy with all the room and counter space. The management agency was great to work with. We’d love to visit again.
Stayed: December 2020 Submitted: December 20, 2020
Host response
"Hi Heidi, Thanks for your positive review of our home. We're so glad you enjoyed your stay! We do hope you'll come back and visit again. Best wishes for safe and healthy holidays and New Year. Jim and Ann Mardis"
Rich G.WONDERFUL HOME: AMAZING LOCATION WITH EXTRAORDINARY VIEWS
The location IS amazing. The Westerly facing views from the pool deck and the home provide sunset murals in the sky almost every night. Walking around the Lake at Makle Park just across the street from the home is a perfect place for a morning walk watching the sunrise and the amazing birds that feed and fish on the lake. The owners have provided EVERYTHING that you might need for your stay and obviously take great pride in their home. It is clean and nicely furnished. The home is fully equipped with linens, kitchen appliances, cookware, etc., etc.. We would certainly go back again.
Stayed: May 2020 Submitted: June 27, 2020
Host response
"Thanks very much for your kind words about our home. It was great having you as our guests. We hope you'll come back for another visit. Best wishes for a safe and healthy summer. Jim"
David S.Fantastic Spacious Holiday Home
This was our third holiday to Marco Island, and certainly the best yet. This villa ticked all the boxes for us. Everything we needed or could have wished for was here. The villa was spacious and well equipped, the pool and hot tub were fantastic. We even had a visit from a dolphin one evening. Mackle Park is just across the road and other amenities close by, (but then, nothing is far away on Marco). I would recommend this villa with no hesitation and we certainly will be back soon.
Stayed: July 2019 Submitted: August 07, 2019
Host response
"Dave, Thanks very much for providing a review. Future guests will appreciate the input you've provided as do we. We are very glad that you enjoyed your stay and that you left our home in as good a condition as you found it. Your family is welcome back anytime . Ann and I look forward to having you return as our guests again in the future. Best, Jim Mardis"
Joseph H.Truly Paradise!
It just doesn't get much better than this, even in Marco Island! The home is spacious, open and well appointed, but the VIEW makes all the difference in the world! We sat back and relaxed as we gazed over the infinity pool into the natural waterways on THREE sides! Our granddaughter loved to fish right off the property and caught three nice sized fish! Sunsets were fantastic, of course, and quiet evenings were amazing, as well. We enjoyed sitting in the hot tub overlooking all the beautifully lit, sparkling pool and waterways and counted the stars -- and satellites! -- as they lit up the sky. The kitchen was wide open to living and entertaining spaces which made cooking fun! There was every type of dish, glass and appliance you could possibly need, and cookbooks, too! Bedrooms and baths were well furnished and linens were abundant. The yard has gorgeous flowers and fruit trees -- we sampled an orange that was so juicy and tasty that it's impossible to describe. A day at the beach was made easy by the rolling cart with beach chairs and umbrellas -- just pack and go, and we did! They really thought of EVERYTHNG and it was such a pleasure to stay -- we truly did not want to leave. THANK YOU SO MUCH!! Best vacation, EVER!!!!!
Stayed: April 2019 Submitted: May 09, 2019
Host response
"Wow, thank you! We love it there too and wish we could spend more time down on Marco. We're so glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you back again in the future. Jim and Ann Mardis"
Jaclyn S.Absolutely perfect!
My husband and I enjoyed everything about this property. We've done several home rentals and this one is very memorable. We had another couple join us for a few days and they were very comfortable upstairs. The pool, which is amazing, was enjoyed at every moment possible. We appreciated it not being in a cage which gave us the best opportunity to enjoy the unique parcel of land it is located on. The kitchen was equipped with cooking utensils to accommodate our cooking and grilling needs. We purchased spices, olive oil and loved the Wednesday farmers market as well paradise fish market. The owner was very flexible on our dates and pleasant to work with. The real estate company handling checking in and out also made this a great experience. We cannot wait to return to Marco Island and hope to be lucky enough to spend time in this home again.
Stayed: April 2019 Submitted: April 15, 2019
Host response
"Thanks very much for your positive review! We are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay. We get lots of positive comments on the "open concept" pool. We had a pool cage which blew away during a storm in 2005. We nearly installed a new "cage" and decided not to at the last minute. We too much prefer the open sky and are so glad we never installed the cage. You guys were great guests and we hope you'll stay with us again. Regards, Jim and Ann"
Tim G.Awesome
We stayed in this house over the 4th of July. Before booking it we were worried about the possibility of bugs being a problem because there is no screen over the pool. The rental rep suggested we reach out directly to the owner to see if that's an issue. We did, and he was very responsive and helpful. He assured us that bugs are not a problem and he was absolutely right. We never had an issue and it was much better to be truly outside by the pool than surrounded by screens. There is still a screened in lanai next to the pool for after dark when bugs would come out anywhere in Florida. The house was immaculate, fully stocked with all the essentials, and is in a great location. We're already planning to return.
Stayed: July 2018 Submitted: July 16, 2018
Host response
"Thanks so much for your kind review. We're really glad you enjoyed your stay. I nearly put a new pool cage over the pool after a hurricane blew the original cage away. SO glad we didn't. Hope to have you as our guests again. Jim and Ann Mardis"
Sorry, not permitted. Guests my tie up along side the dock. Leave appropriate slack to allow for changes in the tides.
Four. If more are needed there is a bike shop on the island that rents by the day or week. ( 3 adult bikes and one 16" kids bike with removable training wheels)
Dogs only - please, no cats. Only non-shedding breeds of 50 pounds or less are allowed. Owner must approve pet prior to booking. Only one dog allowed per stay.
Member since 2017
Facebook
Twitter
Email