The Sandy Seagull Hideaway, pristine Cayo Costa Island, SW Florida!

Welcome to the Sandy Seagull, one of only a small handful of homes on pristine Cayo Costa, a gorgeous boat-access-only island off the coast of Southwest Florida. (Yes, we can help you find a water taxi!) You will feel like you are a hundred miles from civilization, but with all the comforts of home. Our robust solar system provides plenty of power for all of the amenities of a typical mainland home -- guests often comment that they'd never have known we're off grid if they hadn't been told.

Enjoy the gentle island breezes on our screened lanai, while air conditioning on each level keeps the indoors comfortable even in the hottest weather. (There's also heat, if you happen to be visiting during one of the very few days per year it's needed!) We also have high speed internet, perfect for video calls or streaming your favorite movies. We have an excellent well-equipped kitchen, with granite counters, a countertop icemaker, Instant Pot, air fryer, and more. There are 2 full baths, plus a 1/2 bath in the laundry room and a large, comfortable outdoor shower, perfect for washing up after coming home from the beach. The loft is the captain's quarters, with a king size bed, its own private bath, and the stairs to the roof deck. The main level bedroom has a queen size bed and a sliding door out onto the deck. There is also a sleeper sofa in the living room, and additional bedding available on request. A large wraparound deck surrounds 3 sides of the house, with the west side screened in to create a comfortable lanai with dining table, chairs, and its own hammock.

Other amenities include a Roku, dvd collection, cell phone reception, propane grill, pool table, hammocks both on the lanai and on the ground level, kayaks, 2 electric golf carts, gear trailer, fishing cart, and use of our boat dock. The roof deck provides 360 degrees of gorgeous views, with the Gulf to the west and Pine Island Sound to the east.

Cayo Costa is a great place for beachcombing, shelling, kayaking, fishing, and bird, dolphin, and manatee watching. More than 95% of the island is state park, and there are plentiful gorgeous hiking opportunities. Enjoy the gorgeous beaches and nature's untouched beauty. You will love our stunning rooftop views, 9 miles of pristine beach, and fantastic shelling.