Independence Issue Volume 35-1

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PineIslandFL.com Volume 35-1 Featured Listing Maps • Market Report Business Directory Independence Issue - July 2024 Visitor Information C over Photo Courtesy of Jonathan Huntsee page 6 Greater Pine Island Real Estate Guide
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CGC 047284 JFSMITH.COM Building Old Florida One New Home At A Time™ 239.283.2992 Welcome to Luxury!
Your Island Lifestyle Awaits! Let Us Start Yours With a New J. F. Smith Home!

RISING UP FROM THE ASHES!

In September of 2022 our lives changed forever, as our area was hammered by Hurricane Ian. In the months following the storm we have seen the amazing spirit of Greater Pine Island shine through. As businesses and homeowners have picked up the pieces our islands have started to get to back to life. We at Paradise Publishing are happy to join in with our 2nd edition since the storm. As we celebrate Independence Day this year, we also celebrate the return of the spirit of the island.

The cover of this issue was graciously provided by Jonathan Hunt. Jonathan is an amazing photographer and we couldn’t have found a more perfect cover. The majestic bald eagle soars through the sky, a sign of strength, courage, freedom, and immortality for the American spirit.

To see more of Jonathan’s work, find him on Instagram and his website.

Jonathan Hunt Instagram: Jonathan_Hunt_Photography Website: JonathanHuntPhotography.com

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Independence Issue • July 2024 PINE ISLAND REAL ESTATE GUIDE 7 FREE Site Evaluation Factory-Direct Pricing Turnkey Packages Manufactured or Modular Single & Double Wide Custom-Designed Homes Screen Rooms Concrete Carports Sheds Garages Acrylic Rooms As Always, Turn to us for: ESTERO MODEL CENTER 20251 S. TAMIAMI TRL • ESTERO • 239-498-2220 1 MILE NORTH OF CORKSCREW RD. ON 41 HOURS: M-F 9-5, SAT. 10-3 WWW.LEECORPHOMES.COM FLORIDA’S #1 MANUFACTURED HOUSING RETAILER • FAMILY-OWNED SINCE 1983! We welcome our newest builder to LeeCorp Homes! We take it from concept to delivery, you just move in! Tour 8 Models!
8 SAY YOU SAW IT IN THE PINE ISLAND REAL ESTATE GUIDE Independence Issue • July 2024 Call The Door King 239-872-8147 Is your GARAGE DOOR ready? The Door King Wind Load Garage Doors Superior Garage Door Sales & Service and Finish Carpentry in SW Florida Dick Grimes, owner www.TheDoorKingLLC.com Home Repairs & Remodels Paneling, Trim, Flooring, Cabinetry, Doors, Windows (including metal) and All Incidental Hardware. Licensed and Registered: Lee County # GD01-00587 Prompt and reliable service at a reasonable price Manually, Electrically & Radio Operated Residential Sales, Installation and Service THE EAGLES NEST RESTAURANT Mon, Wed, Thurs 4-11 Closed Tuesday Fri – Sunday 11-11 Full Bar Live Music Daily Fresh Seafood 239-558-5577

Rowing from Pensacola to Key West for Disabled American Verrans

Brian Brennan’s Epic journey to raise awareness and funds for Veterans.

For many March 30th was just another Easter, but not for Brian Brennan. That was the day that Brian started out from Pensacola, FL in his 18ft. rowboat named “DAILY OAR DEAL.” Brian is rowing his boat to Key West, FL. The journey will take him over 900 miles, and an estimated 8 weeks to complete. A veteran himself Brian is determined to bring awareness and funding to the suffering and disabilities affecting our veterans.

June 7th was Brian’s birthday and he just happened to be here in Matlacha to celebrate. The Anglers Inn offered him a place to get showered and catch up on some sleep after having camped on the shores of Bokeelia the night before. Janette, the owner of the Anglers and several other locals joined Brian for dinner at the Blue Dog Bar and Grill.

After resting up, Brian continued on his journey south. You can follow Brian’s journey on Facebook on his page “Rowing for DAV Fundraiser.” Brian is very thankful for his Equipment Sponsors, West Marine and Little River Marine in Gainesville, FL.

Join his friends, family, and supporters following his journey on Facebook. You can donate via his Facebook page or directly by scanning the QR Code below.

Independence Issue • July 2024 PINE ISLAND REAL ESTATE GUIDE 9 RESIDENTIAL - COMMERCIAL - NEW CONSTRUCTION WWW.ISLANDEXCHANGEREALTY.COM 239-283-0150 jrjtopgun@aol.com Matlacha Waterfront Lot, Seawall, Boat Dock, Boat Lift, Central Water and Sewer, Canal and Bay View Matlacha Isles waterfront CBS 3/2, 2-car Garage. Located on a Small Lagoon. Boat Dock and Lift, Seawall, Central Water and Sewer Plus Well. Fruit Trees, Beautiful Water View, Spectacular Sunsets Double wide manufactured home on a two lot site with large storage shed. No hurricane damage . 230V RV hook up. Voluntary HOA fee provide use of pool, clubhouse and boat ramp. Waterfront lot, direct access, NO bridges $189,000 10530 Stringfellow Rd. Suite 1 Bokeelia, FL 33922 (at the 4-way Stop) $475,000 $699,000 $197,000 REDUCED Lot For Sale

UPCOMING EVENTS AND LOCAL BANDS!

Support our Local Bands and Events!

June 30th

High Tide at Miceli’s 12pm-3pm

July 8th

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July 13th

MangoMania 9am-4pm

July 19th

Rudy’s Rockin’ at the Tarpon Lodge 5pm-9pm

Pipe Dream at Froggy’s 8pm-12am

July 21st

Rudy’s Flying Solo at Froggy’s 6pm-9pm

July 26th

Pipe Dream at Stevie Tomato’s 7pm-10pm

Phenominal Animal at Miceli’s 6pm-9:30pm

July 27th

Matt Lee Crew Band at Miceli’s 6pm-10pm

Aug 1st

Rudy’s Playing at the Low Key Tiki 6pm-8:30pm Aug 16th

Pipe Dream at Froggy’s 8pm-12am Aug 17th

Remedy Duo at Miceli’s 12pm-4pm Aug 22nd

Jumpin’ Fences Rockin’ at Torched 6pm-9pm Aug 24th

Pipe Dream at Ralph’s Place 8pm-12am

For more information check out your favorite Bands and Restaurants on Facebook!

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Matlacha, Bokeelia,

Independence Issue • July 2024 PINE ISLAND REAL ESTATE GUIDE 11 239-851-6256 RussMattson16@gmail.com Russ Mattson 40 plus year of local knowledge USCG Master Captain 7841 Breakwater Court , Bokeelia, FL 33922 $419,900 Large modern island kitchen, dining room, living room. Two bedrooms, two baths up. Apartment living below with bathroom. Completely furnished. Bring your boat; best fishing and beaches close by. Enjoy Island Living in this Beautiful Home! Located in probably the best subdivision on Pine Island with a community boat ramp. Catching a Ferry? Call ahead to have your order ready for pick-up or delivery to the local ferries to the barrier islands Family Owned and Operated Proudly Serving All of Pine Island, Matlacha, and the Barrier Islands Since 1985! 239-283-1515 NEW LOCATION! NEXT TO PUBLIX
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No one knows the Island better. Many of our agents are lifelong residents personally invested in the Pine Island Community.

St. James City Condo offers ‘DIRECT ACCESS to the Gulf of Mexico’ in this fully furnished ‘Turnkey’ property. Just minutes to Pine Island Sound, renowned for the world’s best fishing.

Spectacular renovations & upgrades!!

This totally renovated 3 bd/2 bth home is located on Galt Island Ave. across the street from the Galt Island Preserve.

Nestled in picturesque SW Florida this exquisite waterfront 3 bedroom 2 bath property boasts one of the most coveted, alluring locations along the bay.

This lovely Pine Island home, has been remediated, gutted and transformed into a lovely island retreat! Make it your permanent place in paradise or a vacation rental investment home! .

This stilted 2/2 waterfront home offers the epitome of coastal living. Picturesque setting, great gulf access. Open kitchen to living room creating a spacious area for entertaining.

Stunning 3 bd/2 bth well-appointed, completely redone waterfront home. Top floor: spacious master ensuite with generous walk-in shower. Main level: 2bdrms, bath, and ample storage.

Step into luxury with this newly renovated coastal retreat. It boasts two spacious bedrooms, two modern bathrooms, and a large living area with waterfront views.

Nestled within the beautiful neighborhood of Bayview Acres. Expansive and spacious open layout. Upon entering, one is greeted by the upper level’s inviting, airy living area.

LOTS

3840 Myers Ln, St. James City

$46,000

3582 Snow Bird Ln, St. James City

$50,125

$3456 Mango St. St. James City

$85,000 2413 York Rd, St. James City

$165,000

Bocilla Island Club

Multiple lots in Bokeelia

Starting at just $200,000

Independence Issue • July 2024 PINE ISLAND REAL ESTATE GUIDE 13 A boutique Island Real Estate office, to help with your buying, selling, or renting needs. 3366 Stringfellow Road, Saint James City, Fl 33956 239-282-0770 CastawaysRealty.com
$979,000 $995,900 $564,500 $689,900 $725,000 $799,000 $829,000 $360,900

5150 Sandpiper Dr, St. James City

$280,000

Boaters Dream! Residential Lot. NO IMPACT FEES.

Direct Gulf Access. New boat dock and lift in 2022.

4278 Pine Island Rd NW, Matlacha

$949,000

Sitting on the dock of the bay! This great 2/1 is a perfect island retreat. Great rental potential. All new, including dock & boat lift

2650 Pine St, Matlacha

$350,000

Adorable concrete block cottage. All new Electric. New roof in 202?. Gulf Access home waiting to be revitalized.

534 Piedmont Rd, Sanibel

$799,000

The Cutest beach cottage. Seconds from the beach. 3/3 with an attached private guest casita. Great for entertain

3262 Pinetree Dr., St. James City

3262 Pinetree Dr., St. James City

$1,349,900

$1,349,900

Stunning custom home with direct sailboat access. This newer home was built in 2020. No flooding! Over 2100sft of absolute paradise.

Stunning custom home with direct sailboat access. This newer home was built in 2020. No flooding! Over 2100sft of absolute paradise.

2425 Lake Kismet Ter., Cape Coral

$1,340,000

Wake up to a panoramic sunrise view over the lake. A sprawling 2,779sq ft home offering 3 primary bedrooms and a stunning custom pool. 239.790.1177 #REMAXSUNSHINE

11306 Matlacha Ave, Matlacha $499,000 PENDING 2756 Geary St, Matlacha $699,900 PENDING 6374 Fuller Dr, Bokeelia $460,000 SOLD 3227 Manatee Dr, St. James City $1,000,000 SOLD 3358 Pinetree Dr, St. James City $1,150,000 SOLD 202 NW 32nd PL, Cape Coral $1,249,000 SOLD
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CHAR SEUFFERT Owner/Broker Associate 239.671.6318 -Char If you are looking for a no-nonsense, people-oriented, ferocious negotiator, please consider putting both her expertise and love for what she does to work for you.
is a 25-plus-year Real Estate Agent living, loving, and selling real estate in Southwest Florida.
knows the SWFL area inside and out, and can guide you through any and all challenges - She is passionate about how much she loves living here and what a difference it makes loving where you live. Char promises to be the best of the best and be Your Realtor For Life!
rated one of the highest producers, Chardayne Seuffert would love the opportunity to work for you! Shine bright! 3638 Pinetree Dr, St. James City $1,199,000 Exceptionally remodeled by a master craftsman this custom home is a boaters dream with two 10,000 lbs. boat lifts. A Perfect 3/3 Paradise. 9421 Moonlight St, Sanibel $1,159,000 Executive pool and lakeside home, 3 bedrooms , 2 bathrooms, 2,487 sq. ft. home 4637/4639 Pine Island Rd, Matlacha $1,500,000 ICONIC Matlacha commercial property offering over 71’ of prime frontage on Pine Island Rd. Boat Dock and Gulf Access. Char Seuffert • 239.790.1177 • remaxsunshinefl.com 1574 Pine Island Rd. NW, Matlacha, FL 33993 814 SW Pine Island Rd. Suite 207, Cape Coral, FL 33991
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Thi s yea r w e celebrat e 24 8 year s o f America n Independence ! Ther e ar e lot s o f grea t activitie s fo r th e th e whol e famil y her e o n th e island ! A nnu a l G r e at e r Pin e Islan d 4 t h O f J ul y Para d e - S tart s a t 1 0 : 00 a m (Lin e u p start s a t 9 : 00 a m ) Th e para d e rout e travel s fro m t h e W inn- D i x i e Sh oppin g Ce nte r t o t h e Ce nter G e t t he r e ealr y t o ge t you r spo t an d enjo y t h i s grea t loca l tra d itio n ( REMEMBE R STR I NGFE LL O W W IL L B E C L OSE D FO R TH E P ARADE ) M atlac h a C ivi c A ssociatio n 4 t h o f J ul y Potluc k Picnic - Th i s yea r t h e MC A w il l b e h ol d in g a n ev e n t i n t h e M atlac h a Par k for m 5 : 00 - 9 : 00 p m Th er e w il l b e a C orn h ol e T ourna me nt , C astin g C ontest , Aw ar d s fo r b es t d resse d , an d conclu d e s w it h a lig h t e d B icycl e an d G ol f C ar t Para d e ! Th e MC A w il l provi d e h ot d og s an d w ater ( REMEMBE R TH E BOA T RAM P W IL L B E C L OSE D FO R TH E P ARADE ) A nnu a l 4 t h O f J ul y F ir ew ork s - Th e Am erica n Legio n w il l b e h ostin g it’ s annua l fir ew ork s d isplay Th e s h o w i s se t t o sta r a t 9 : 3 0 an d i s al w ay s a fa m il y favorit e ! I f yo u pla n o n visitn g th e are a fo r Jul y 4t h conside r stayin g a t Matlach a o n Shorevie w fo r exclusiv e bonu s activities ! Cal l 239-236-979 2 o r boo k online !
Independence Issue • July 2024 PINE ISLAND REAL ESTATE GUIDE 17 I N D E P E N D E N C E I S S U E 2 0 2 4 The Greater Pine Island Real Estate Guide Paradise Publishing PO Box 16, Matlacha FL 33993 Stephen Longest & Damian Hartz info@pineislandfl.com pineislandfl.com 239-257-0602
18 SAY YOU SAW IT IN THE PINE ISLAND REAL ESTATE GUIDE Independence Issue • July 2024 16499 Porto Bello, Bokeelia, FL 33922 ECOTOURS • KAYAK FISHING CHARTERS • DELIVERY AVAILABLE TO A LOCATION OF YOUR CHOICE DAILY • WEEKLY LONG-TERM RENTALS Kayak Rentals Eco Tours Kayak Fishing www.CarmensKayaks.com 239-333-7332 @CarmensKayakAdventures carmenskayaksllc@gmail.com Please feel free to contact us by phone/text/email/website or on Facebook Joe and Lisa Perry 2400 acres of preserves with trails. Calusa Land Trust was founded in 1976, with the initial donation of 33 acres of Calusa Island off the north shore of Pine Island. Calusa Land Trust Explore Old Florida and Nature Preserve of Pine Island, Inc CALUSALANDTRUST.ORG Hiking & Kayaking Trails are shown in Green Visit our website for more information about these hiking trails, canoe and kayak launches, and picnic areas as well as the Calusa Land Trust events and projects

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THE GREATER PINE ISLAND REAL ESTATE GUIDE

HURRICANE

TIPS!

At the start of Hurricane Season it’s best to ensure the following documents are in a safe place if you have to stay through a storm and readily available to pack incase you evacuate.

Passports

Wills

Insurance Paperwork

Medical Cards

Social Security Cards

Birth Certificates

Vaccination Records

Any other important documents

Store sentimental and valuable items in a safe place.

Evacuation:

Tips for evacuating your home:

Be sure to grab all important documents. Take plenty of clothes with you as you may not be able to return home for an extended period. Be sure to grab plenty of food for all pets, Pack chargers and any small portable electronics. If time and space allow pack small sentimental and valuable items to take with you.

TIPS FROM THE LOCALS

We recently asked Pine Island locals what tips they would share after experiencing the devastation of Hurricane Ian. Here are some of our top picks!

“Test generators a month before Hurricane Season to give time for repairs if needed.”

-Pineshine Farms

“Buy a waterproof safe with a key.” - Sandy P.

“Don’t fill your fridge and freezer. Stay stocked on nonperishables.”

“Add a small flat TV antenna in your kit. It will grab local TV Stations once you get the generator going.”

-Teri B.

Remember: things can be replaced - your life can’t. For more information check out the Florida Division of Emergency Management. https://www.floridadisaster.org/

“(Stock up on) Spare Tires, plug kits, and extra chains for each chainsaw.” -Ned B.

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Independence Issue • July 2024 PINE ISLAND REAL ESTATE GUIDE 21 Marion Briggs, Contractor/Broker • 239-995-HOME(4663) Proudly Building Quality Custom Homes on Pine Island and Southwest Florida for 51 Years Sun Country Homes and Realty Inc. ILoveSunCountryHomes.com • SunCountryHomesandRealty.com suncountryhomesFL@outlook.com • 239-995-4663 787 Pondella Rd. N. Fort Myers Fl. 33903 License # CBC053069 16326 PORTO BELLO ST. BOKEELIA Deep direct waterfront lot with view of Jug Creek and Charlotte Harbor. $295,000 5438 GAMEBIRD LANE, BOKEELIA 5 Beautiful acres planted with unique verities of Mango trees and a natural spring fed pond. $459,900 15976 BELLFLOWER ST. BOKEELIA Ranch style home with a large fenced yard and storage building. Just a short walk to Lavender Landing. $435,000. Greg Lehman/Realtor/ 239-691-0941 Greg Lehman/Realtor/ 239-691-0941 Greg Lehman/Realtor/ 239-691-0941 Join Us For Pine Island Step Back to Olde Florida Wonderful Restaurants, Live Music, Charming Accommodations, Art Galleries, Jewelry Stores & Gift Shops, Specialty Food Shops & Markets, Kayaking, Boating, Fantastic Fishing, Nature Trails & Cruises, Indian Heritage Trails, Tropical Agriculture & Outdoor Markets, Beautiful Sunsets Jul 13, 2024 Held at the OLMM Catholic Church 12175 Stringfellow Rd, Bokeelia 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Pine Island’s Tropical Fruit Festival For detailed information about this and other events visit www.PineIslandChamber.org or call 239.283.0888 Landscape and outdoor lighting Ceiling fan and light installation GEM remote service & installation New electrical main service installation Residential and commercial repairs Marine, dock, & boat lift motor repairs 3167 Stringfellow Rd, Saint James City, FL 33956 Sound Electric soundelectricforyou@gmail.com (863) 558-3939 Korrie ODonnell Owner/Electrician Commercial, Residential & Marine Service EC13011495

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1. Capt’n Cons

Bokeelia Fishing Pier

2. Jug Creek Marina & Fish House

Malu Lani Inn

3. Lazy Flamingo

Four Winds Marina

4. Safe Harbor Pineland

Salty Girls Grab and Go

Reitz Property Management

Tarpon Lodge & Restaurant

Calusa Heritage Trail

5. Sweeneys SOS

The Eagles Nest

6. Salty Girls Café

Spot’s Ice Cream

7. Island Exchange Realty

Street Eatz

Pine Island Pizza

John R. Wood Bokeelia

Greater Pine Island Alliance

8. Dr. Watson’s Liquor Store

Material Green

9. The Frozen Flip Flop

Century 21 Sunbelt Realty

10. PICC Thrift Store

Island Crab Company

11. Ship Shape Laundry Co.

12. Gault Preserve

13. Froggys

Marker 3 Coastal Cantina

14. Castaways

Low Key Tiki

Fuzzy’s Boat Shack

John R. Wood St. James

Two Fish Inn

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Off the Charts
The Waterfront Restaurant Pine Island 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15

Matlacha

16. Yucatán Waterfront

17. Hook’d up Bait Co. & Art Gallery

Leoma Lovegrove

Matlacha Menagerie Gallery & Gifts

Sweet Floret Cakery

Coastal Daze Outdoor

18. Blue Dog Bar & Grill

REMAX Sunshine

Salty Strands

Onofrio D. Oro Fine Jewelry

Barnhill Seafood Market

19. Trader’s Hitching Post

The Perfect Cup

CW Fudge

Matlacha Post Office, Gallery & Gifts

20. Miceli’s Waterfront Restaurant

D&D Bait and Tackle

Cayo Costa and Outer Islands

21. Useppa Island Club

22. Cabbage Key Inn & Restaurant

23. Cayo Costa State Park

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28 SAY YOU SAW IT IN THE PINE ISLAND REAL ESTATE GUIDE Independence Issue • July 2024 Gault Electric South Michael Gault, Master Electrician Specializing in Service and Repair Work Dock Wiring Commercial & Residential 24 Hour Emergency Service. 239-560-9974 GaultElectricSouth.com We add light to your relaxed life! Florida License #EC13004161 • DEMOLITION • FILL & GRADING • LAND CLEARING • SEPTIC TANKS • PUMP OUTS • DRAIN FIELD INSTALLATION AND REPAIRS Licensed • Insured • Bonded Free Estimates 239-772- HONC (4662) www.HONC.com info@honc.com “Your Local Home Town Company For Over 50 Years” Diversified Construction Services ando=3732832-1 RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL
Independence Issue • July 2024 PINE ISLAND REAL ESTATE GUIDE 29 Find Your Treasures Here! NEW LOCATION!! mtlchamenagerie@aol.com •• 239-282-0099 •• 4625 Pine Island Rd. Matlacha, Fl 33993 Matlacha Menagerie Pottery Classes New Studio 239-410-2852 KouckyStudios.com Classes held at the new studio 2.3 miles north of Pine Island Center. 5971 Bay Point Road, Bokeelia, FL 33922 at the corner of Bay Point and Stringfellow Rds Beginner to Advanced Classes in Raku & Stoneware Learn to work with Potter’s Wheels, Extruders & Slabrollers Call us or visit our website for class details with Chuck Koucky Join Us in Our Independently Owned and Operated alway Island Time Broker/Realtor® shelby@keytotheislands com S h e l b y B i g l e r F: (239) 291-0156 C: (239) 318-0460

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Look What Sold! Report compiled by Bonnie Mullee, Realtor®

4547 Pine Island Road, Matlacha, FL

32 SAY YOU SAW IT IN THE PINE ISLAND REAL ESTATE GUIDE Independence Issue • July 2024 Address City Beds/Baths Sq. Ft. DOM List Price Sold Price Sold Date 10700 HABITAT CIR BOKEELIA2 Bed/2(0) 1,200--$425,000$425,0003/29/2024 14112 CLUBHOUSE DR BOKEELIA 2 Bed/2(0) 1,370 8 $315,000 $270,000 4/12/2024 5361 MARINA DR BOKEELIA 3 Bed/1(0) 817 9 $429,000 $427,000 5/31/2024 5698 JUDITH RD BOKEELIA 3 Bed/1(0) 1,200 13 $235,900 $215,000 4/5/2024 6374 FULLER DR BOKEELIA 3 Bed/2(0) 1,352 13 $476,000 $460,000 5/30/2024 14420 TAMARAC DR BOKEELIA 3 Bed/3(0) 1,960 20 $575,000 $555,000 5/17/2024 16701 SEAGULL BAY CT BOKEELIA 3 Bed/3(0) 1,765 21 $995,000 $975,000 4/9/2024 7393 COBB RD BOKEELIA 2+Den/2(0) 1,088 24 $425,000 $425,000 4/26/2024 5892 SAILFISH RD BOKEELIA 2 Bed/1(0) 720 27 $299,900 $288,000 5/15/2024 5100 BIRDSONG LN BOKEELIA 2 Bed/2(0) 1,242 31 $319,000 $275,000 4/1/2024 5389 SERENITY CV BOKEELIA 3 Bed/2(0) 1,256 40 $599,999 $580,000 5/31/2024 5448 ANN ARBOR DR BOKEELIA 4 Bed/3(0) 2,101 58 $925,000 $920,000 4/29/2024 5968 BAY POINT RD BOKEELIA 2+Den/2(0) 1,439 62 $524,000 $524,000 5/30/2024 16136 BOWLINE ST BOKEELIA 2 Bed/2(0) 1,285 63 $875,000 $800,000 3/28/2024 15454 PEMBROOKE RD BOKEELIA 1 Bed/1(0) 1,002 70 $299,000 $299,000 4/15/2024 16089 BOWLINE ST BOKEELIA 3+Den/2(1) 2,403 76 $945,000 $800,000 3/27/2024 10545 HABITAT TRL BOKEELIA 3+Den/3(0) 1,288 93 $570,000 $550,000 4/25/2024 8541 MARIE LN BOKEELIA 2+Den/3(0) 2,369 126 $1,495,000 $1,148,775 4/26/2024 7829 BOCILLA LN BOKEELIA 3 Bed/2(3) 2,750 213 $1,698,800 $1,280,000 6/7/2024 5748 LINDEN LN BOKEELIA 3 Bed/2(0) 1,570 330 $435,000 $350,000 5/16/2024 2668 BRUCE ST MATLACHA 5 Bed/4(0) 3,817 5 $1,950,000 $1,450,000 3/28/2024 11250 PORPOISE POINT RD S #8 MATLACHA 1 Bed/1(0) 600 6 $315,000 $307,000 5/13/2024 2691 GEARY ST MATLACHA 2 Bed/1(0) 1,040 6 $549,000 $545,000 3/28/2024 2698 GEARY ST MATLACHA 2 Bed/2(2) 1,474 55 $659,000 $637,500 5/13/2024 11599 ISLAND AVE MATLACHA 2 Bed/2(0) 1,720 322 $859,999 $700,000 5/14/2024 12065 BOAT SHELL DR MATLACHA ISLES 2 Bed/1(1) 1,054 203 $550,000 $535,000 4/4/2024 2220 BANANA ST ST. JAMES CITY 3 Bed/2(0) 1,534 2 $330,000 $330,000 5/30/2024 8628 YUKON CT ST. JAMES CITY 3 Bed/2(0) 1,917 3 $375,000 $375,000 5/2/2024 4700 FLAMINGO DR ST. JAMES CITY 3 Bed/2(0) 1,345 7 $320,000 $280,000 5/3/2024 2596 BAYBREEZE ST ST. JAMES CITY 3 Bed/3(0) 1,280 9 $650,000 $650,000 5/30/2024 3400 COQUINA LN ST. JAMES CITY 2 Bed/2(0) 1,305 10 $439,000 $439,000 6/5/2024 3579 MANATEE DR ST. JAMES CITY 4 Bed/3(1) 1,890 10 $649,900 $600,000 4/11/2024 2651 SANIBEL BLVD ST. JAMES CITY 3 Bed/2(0) 1,808 31 $825,000 $825,000 4/10/2024 2259 DATE ST ST. JAMES CITY 2 Bed/2(0) 920 40 $574,000 $565,000 4/25/2024 2669 SANIBEL BLVD ST. JAMES CITY 2 Bed/2(0) 1,484 45 $724,900 $690,000 5/17/2024 2849 SANIBEL BLVD ST. JAMES CITY 3 Bed/2(0) 1,340 46 $865,000 $800,000 4/23/2024 2371 BAYBREEZE ST ST. JAMES CITY 2 Bed/1(0) 1,027 53 $249,000 $240,000 4/16/2024 2672 SANDERLING CT ST. JAMES CITY 2 Bed/2(0) 1,603 57 $729,000 $700,000 5/21/2024 3798 EMERALD AVE ST. JAMES CITY 3 Bed/2(0) 1,348 91 $875,000 $850,000 3/29/2024 3741 TROPICAL POINT DR ST. JAMES CITY 2+Den/2(0) 1,304 94 $289,000 $260,000 5/29/2024 2615 SANIBEL BLVD ST. JAMES CITY 2 Bed/2(0) 1,344 96 $480,000 $380,000 5/31/2024 2433 MACADAMIA LN ST. JAMES CITY 3 Bed/3(0) 2,530 113 $1,275,000 $1,100,000 3/26/2024 2355 LEMON ST ST. JAMES CITY 2 Bed/2(0) 1,458 128 $485,000 $420,000 4/9/2024 4460 LAKE HEATHER CIR ST. JAMES CITY 3 Bed/2(0) 1,432 129 $325,000 $315,000 4/3/2024 4667 GARY PARKER LN N ST. JAMES CITY 3+Den/2(0) 1,440 161 $445,000 $425,000 5/9/2024 8781 YUKON CT ST. JAMES CITY 3+Den/2(0) 2,062 164 $555,000 $525,000 5/24/2024 3011 TRAWLER LN ST. JAMES CITY 3 Bed/2(0) 1,388 165 $648,560 $648,560 3/28/2024 3227 MANATEE DR ST. JAMES CITY 3+Den/3(0) 1,879 228 $1,099,000 $1,000,000 5/28/2024
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REAL ESTATE

Realtors®

Jay Johnson (p.9)

Russ Mattson (p.11)

Casey Stearns (p.12)

Char Seuffert (p.14-15)

Stephen M Longest (p. 17,46)

Kelly Perkins (p.16, 33, 41)

Mariion Briggs (p. 21)

Julie Oberlin (p. 23)

Brady Meier (p.26)

Shelby Bigler (p.29)

Bonnie Mullee ( p.32)

Paula Barwick (p.39)

Team Shevlin (p.42-44)

Michael Shevlin

Carlyn Herring

Tonya Player

Capstone Luxury Group (p.47)

David Pellegrin

Evelyn Pellegrin

Brandon Reitz

Fathom Realty

239-257-5095

Brandon@Reitz.com

Sarah Chido

Premiere Plus Realty

239-940-0848

Sarah@premieregulfhomes.com

Brokers

Island Exchange Realty (p. 9)

Castaways Island Realty (p.13)

REMAX Sunshine (p.14-15)

John R. Wood Properties / Christie’s International Real Estate (p.34-35)

Business Directory

Property Management

Brandon Reitz

Reitz Property Advisors

239-257-5095

Brandon@Reitz.com

Mortgage Lenders

Kinsy Prescott (p.6)

Tonya Sample (p.31)

Title Companies

Crossroads (p.17)

Home Inspectors

Professional Real Estate Inspectors

239-851-8746

mike@prei-swfl.com

Since 1996

HOME SERVICES

Cleaning Services

A Way Out Cleaning Service

Licensed & Insured

239-339-3525

Let us be your way our of cleaning

Electricians

Sound Electric (p.21)

Gault Electric (p.28)

Pest Control

Pine Island Pest Control (p.35)

Plumbers

Nordic Plumbing (p. 22)

Joel’s Plumbing 239-283-7888

Pine Island Plumbing 239-349-5318

Building Contractors

Stearns Custom Builders (p.2-3)

J. F. Smith (p.4-5,48)

LeeCorp Homes (p.7)

Sun Country Homes (p.21)

Handyman/ Other

The Door King (p. 8)

Rustic Services, Inc (p. 35)

My 3 Sons Contracting (p. 41)

Roofers

Allstate Exteriors (p.38)

Landscaping/Nurseries

Meier Landscaping (p. 27)

Patch of Paradise (p. 28)

Land Clearing

Honc Industries (p. 28)

SHOP LOCAL Artisans

Koucky Studios (p. 29)

Susan Hagan (p. 33)

CW Fudge (p. 39)

Material Green

“Bring Some Happiness to Your Home” 5501 Pine Island Rd 239-910-5920

Sweeneys S.O.S.

All Natural Soaps & Skin Care 720-933-0773 www.SweeneysSOS.com

Galleries

Matlacha Menagerie (p.29)

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Specialty Shops

The Frozen Flip Flop (p. 19)

CW Fudge ( P. 39)

Sweeneys S.O.S.

All Natural Soaps & Skin Care 720-933-0773

www.SweeneysSOS.com

Hair Stylist and Barbers

Angle’s Hair

239-283-5222

4673 Pine Island Road NW Matlacha, FL 33993

Adventures

Calusa Land Trust (p.18)

Carmen’s Kayaks (p.18)

Koucky Studios (p. 29)

Farms

Patch of Paradise (p.28)

Restaurants

Blue Dog Bar & Grill (p. 9, 30)

The Eagles Nest (p.8)

Salty Girl Island Café (p16)

Salty Girl Grab N’ Go (p.16)

The Frozen Flip Flop (p. 19)

Lodging

Angler’s Inn (p. 9, 37)

Matlacha Cottages

865-280-2928

Studios & 2 Bedrooms

Nightly- Weekly- Monthly

Open Water Sunset Views!

Malu Lani Inn

Bokeelia, FL

509-998-9992

“Because Location is Everything!’

Matlacha On Shoreview

239-236-9792

www.matlachaonshoreview.com

Vacation Rentals on the Gulf of Mexico

Taxi/Shuttle Service

Pine Island Taxi & Limousine (p. 10)

Community Organizations

Greater Pine Island Chamber of Commerce (p.21)

Boating

Tow Boat U.s. (p.39)

• Pet-Friendly

• Family Friendly

• FREE Boat Dockage

• FREE use of Bicycles

• Canoes and Kayaks

• All rooms are waterfront

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11282 Matlacha Avenue Matlacha, FL 33993 239.898.2121 AnglersInn@yahoo.com
Affordable Daily • Weekly • Monthly Rentals

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10191 Stringfellow Road, St. James City FL 33956 TEAM SHEVLIN —THE ISLAND EXPERTS - EVERY DAY SINCE 1981 42 Michael H. Shevlin Realtor® Here since 1967- STILL HERE! 239-851-1727 mikeshevy@aol.com Carlyn Herring Realtor® Here Since 1978 - STILL HERE 239-850-9613 carlynherring@hotmail.com Tonya Player Realtor® Pine Island Native - STILL HERE 239-203-4682 tonyaplayer@gmail.com 10191 Stringfellow Road, St. James City FL 33956 TEAM SHEVLIN 6616 Fuller 3/2 on private, fenced 1/2 acre lot. Large master closet, storage area, screened porch, art room. Kitchen with outside views, and unattached garage.. 3622 Rita Ln Custom built 3-story home with terrific Gulf access. Beautiful Key West style home with 2 docks and tropical landscaping. 12279
Blvd 2/2 waterfront with double lot. Spacious living and kitchen area, Mexican floor tile throughout. Canal is known for manatee visits. 3342 Pinetree Dr 3/2 Waterfront pool home. Wraparound dock with 2 boat lifts, Carolina Skiff included! Super clean & neat, tile floors and no-mow landscaping for easy maintenance. 7731
12 Marina Gardens condo surrounded by saltwater bays on 3 sides! Only 2 units per building, each unit has its own dock. Living room and kitchen have panoramic views of Charlotte Harbor & boat basin. 5651 Marina Dr Unique 3/2 with large porch and pool. Living area on top floor and huge garage on ground floor perfect for mechanic, hobbies, storage. Call Us Today! $599,000 $475,000 $369,000 $845,000 $789,000 $775,000 TEAM SHEVLIN —THE ISLAND EXPERTS - EVERY DAY SINCE 1981
Matlacha
Bocilla Ln #

$749,000

2690 Mangrove St

3/2 Beautifully remodeled waterfront pool home. Up-dated kitchen and appliances with quartz countertops. Perfect for fishing, boating and beaching. Easy to rent and perfect to live in.

3484 Citrus St.

2/1.5 on double lot very close to Tropical Point. Unique concrete block home that must be seen to be appreciated. Great potential with proper repairs.

7372 Pomegranate

16649 Bocilla Palms

Bocilla Island Club Condo with great views of Jug Creek & pool area. Kitchen and main living area on 1st floor with1/2 bath and porch. 2 master suites on 2nd floor. Dock included!

7744 Farrell Rd

Large 3/2 Mobile located in 55+ community with $45 per year HOA. Plenty of room for all your projects. Great investment/rental property!

4746 Sandpiper Dr

4/2 with great tiki hut located in Pineland. 2-story home with 2/1 on each level. Outside is where the FUN starts! Colorful paths lead to Tiki hut!

$349,000 $379,000 $1,750,000 $1,900,000 $449,000 $210,000

1/1 Mobile on double waterfront lot. Cute 1-Bedroom single-wide furnished all clean and neat. Large screened porch, carport, and new pavers.

3544 Emerald Ave

Unique house on 3 lots with waterfront on 3 sides! Two story house with open ground floor & Fire place, Top floor has large open space/ fireplace, bedroom, bath kitchen, and large wrap-around porch.

141 SW 57th St Cape Coral

4/4.5 Pool home, 3 lots, direct access canal. Totally restored large family home, large lot, deep water canal, very close to River. Take a look at this special property TODAY !

4751 Curlew Dr

3/2 “Like New” mobile home. Everything’s been redone with quality priority one! Voluntary HOA gives access to pool that is just across the street.

14267 Bokeelia Rd

2/2 Great location at Alden Pines Golf Course. “Great Room” concept with kitchen, living area, and views on the full-length screened porch looking out to the 16th fairway.

5257 Western Dr.

3-Story home with 2400 sq ft garage overlooking 10+ acre property with pond and the shallow salt water bay perfect for birdsflamingos have been seen!

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$250,000 $875,000 $189,300 $419,000

10191 Stringfellow

Beautiful Island Office/retail building in the heart of Pine Island. Currently has 3 fully rented units and the potential to split the largest into two smaller units. Great investment opportunity!

5110-5120 Pine Island Rd

5 Bay addition to Calusa Cay Publix. 2 bays are leased to Doc Watson’s Liquors. The other 3 are waiting for your finishing touches. Excellent investment opportunity.

Stanley’s Mangos Business and Farms $23,500,000

Fantastic opportunity to own this income producing business. 224 acres across Lee County with over 10,000 mango trees (15 sought after varieties), 9,600 sq ft warehouse and office building, nursery with and additional 65,000 trees being grown and grafted.

ACREAGE AND LOTS

$45,000 per acre

18 Acres Samadani $720,000

Acreage Lots

• Waterfront lot Flamingo Dr $189,000

• Pine Island Cove Lot $45,000-$65,000

• Double waterfront in St. James with quick Gulf access. $325,000

• Cleared lot in Tropical Homesite $52,500

• Half acre cleared lot on Little House Ln $49,900

• Half acre cleared lot on Yukon Ct. $59,500

• Residential lot on Henley St. $37,900

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16+ Acres on Masters Landing 13 Acres with over 200 mango and other tropical trees
acres on Arden Lakes
Acres with Stringfellow frontage Acres with barn
COMMERCIAL
$795,000 $725,000
$3,750,000
$375,000 $650,000 $699,000 $3,750,000
$1,400,000
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Geography

Greater Pine Island is a collection of places in unincorporated Lee County. These include Matlacha Isles, Matlacha, Little Pine Island, Pine Island Center, Bokeelia, Pineland and St. James City. North Captiva, Useppa, and Cayo Costa are often included as the most direct route to reach these islands is from Pine Island.

Pine Island is the longest island in Florida spanning just over 17 miles long. A large percentage of Greater Pine Island is protected mangrove estuaries giving the area a lot of natural beauty.

Population

The population of the area varies greatly depending on the time of year. According to the 2020 Census the island has about 9,000 permanent residents. The median age on the island is 62, and over 43% of the population is over the age of 65.

Local Government

The entirety of Great Pine Island is unincorporated and as such it is governed by Lee county. The county courthouse is located in downtown Fort Myers.

Hospitals

The closest hospital is in Cape Coral, but there are a handful of Doctor’s offices and Urgent Care Offices within a short distance to the island.

Ambulance Services

Lee County provides emergency support services to all of Greater Pine Island.

Fire Protection

Greater Pine Island is serviced by the Matlacha-Pine Island Fire control District. The district has 4 fire houses, and is headquarter at Station 1 at Pine Island Center.

Police Protection

Greater Pine island is served by the Lee County Sheriff’s office. The 6th Precint office is located in St. James City.

Library

The Pine Island library building is located at Pine Island center on Russell Rd. It is open to all, and is a part of the Lee County system.

Swimming

Phillips Park at Pine Island Center opened the first public pool in Lee County in 1973 and in 1986 was the first heated public pool in the county. There is a nominal fee for entry.

Tennis

Phillips Park offers public tennis courts.

Hiking

There are multiple trails for hiking on Pine Island. Many are part of the Calusa Land Trust.

Kayaking

There are multiple places on the island to launch a kayak and paddle the Great Calusa Blueway. Two of the more popular launches are in the Matlacha Community Park and Pineland.

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