Just Listed - 304 Useppa Island/Gaspar Island Cottage

Now this is Private Island Living. On a small attached island, connected by a private causeway, enjoy 360 degree views, a protected cove with a private dock, 2 slips/lift and absolute privacy. Offered Beautifully Furnished, this island escape includes a flowing open plan, gleaming hardwood flooring and exceptional appointments throughout.

Gracious living spaces include 3 bedrooms, 3 full and 2 half-baths, 3,280 sq. ft., soaring ceilings and impressive windows. Property Details

Amazing Master Retreat with sitting room, fireplace, private deck and stunning views of water and sky.

Great entertaining space, expansive screened porch, inviting kitchen with granite and so much more.

Don't Miss This One - Just Listed - 137A Useppa Island

The perfect Island Cottage offered Furnished. Enjoy great living spaces indoors and out, with a magnificent deck, gleaming hardwood flooring, fireplace and beautifully updated kitchen/baths.

Featuring 2 bedrooms, 2 baths and 1,700 sq. ft., showcased by a lush tropical location, this tranquil Villa is the Perfect Island Escape. Property Details

Just Listed - 323 Useppa Island/Mangoes Cottage

Enjoy stunning views from multiple terraces in this spacious two-story waterfront escape, privately tucked away on a wooded lot.  The open floor plan provides inviting entertaining space indoors and out, gleaming hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings, walls of windows and a wood-burning fireplace.

Offering 4 bedrooms, 4.5 baths and 3,323 sq. ft. Property Details

Open kitchen with stainless appliances, den and light-filled office, storage/work room and a deeded boat slip on a private dock. Breathtaking views southwest across Pine Island Sound to Sanibel and out toward Captiva Pass and the Gulf, with open terraces and a screened porch.

Get Ready for the Holidays on Useppa

December 23
Christmas Tree Walk-About

For a tour of festive homes and decorations on Useppa.
Wear your walking shoes.

6:00 – Chapin’s
  

December 30
Annual Beach Croquet Tournament

This highly anticipated annual event starts at 8:30 am.
Gather at the beach near the Patio. Coffee, tea, pastries and snacks served.

Lunch 12:30
Playoff 2/3:00 pm

December 31
New Year’s Eve Celebration

Ring in 2016 at Carnivale

The evening includes performers, dinner, after party with a D.J. and fireworks at midnight.

6:00 pm

HOLIDAY SPLENDOR - AREA EVENTS TO GET YOU IN THE SPIRIT!

A Christmas Story
Florida Repertory Theatre
2268 Bay Street, Fort Myers
December 1 – 20

Perfect for the whole family! A Christmas Story is a hilarious and touching coming-of-age story of growing up in the Midwest in the 1940s! Audiences will follow 9-year-old Ralphie on his desperate quest for a genuine Red Ryder BB Gun despite everyone’s warning!  More info

Pine Island Lighted Christmas Boat Parade
December 12, 2015, 6:00 pm

The Pine Island Community Boat Parade in St. James City. There are many ways to enjoy the boat parade, including viewing from various restaurants, homes and other vantage points along the parade route. The parade route will remain the same and will include Monroe, Cherry Estates and Henley waterways.

Captiva Cruises Lighted Boat Parade
December 12th, 6:00 pm

More than 30 boats parade down Roosevelt Channel for this spectacular event. Visitors can choose to cruise in the parade with special passenger tickets or watch the parade from McCarthy’s Marina, ‘Tween Waters Inn, Jensen’s Marina or the Green Flash. More info

Happy Holidays! A Musical Celebration at BIG ARTS
Dec 18, 2015 – Dec 31, 2015

Featuring favorite standards that will take you through a musical winter wonderland, this fresh, spectacular holiday revue will cheer and excite the whole family! 7:30 shows: Dec. 18, 19, 21, 22, 23, 26, 28, 29, 30 | Matinees: 4 pm on Sunday, Dec. 20 & 27 | Special Time! 7 pm on New Year’s Eve. More info

Winter Fest
Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens
1590 Goodlette-Frank Rd, Naples
Dec. 19 – 20

Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens will be delivering gifts to the animals. Zoo guests will watch big cats claw into beautifully wrapped presents while many other animals enjoy holiday-related delicacies. More info

Santa’s Dolphin & Wildlife Cruise
Dec 24, 2015

Where is Santa on his last day before flying out? We found him on a deserted island in the waters surrounding Sanibel! Bring the family and cruise out among the dolphins and then visit with Santa on Picnic Island. Free photos with Santa! Cruise departs at 10am and returns at 11:30am.  More info

Christmas Eve Sunset Dolphin & Wildlife Cruise
Dec 24, 2015

Join us for cookies & eggnog! Bring the whole family and celebrate Christmas Eve aboard the “Sun Princess”! Listening to tropical music, we will cruise the tranquil waters of San Carlos Bay for a relaxing journey during the most visually spectacular part of the day.

START THE NEW YEAR OFF RIGHT!

Sundial New Year’s Eve Bash 2015
Bring in the New Year at our Family-Friendly Party Under the Stars! More info

New Year's Eve Celebration
Times Square, Fort Myers Beach
Noon – 5 p.m.,  Troublemakerz & 7-midnight, High Tide.

New Year’s Eve Celebration
Fishermen’s Village
1200 W. Retta Esplanade
Punta Gorda
5 p.m.

Come ring in the New Year at Fishermen’s Village! Family friendly festivities throughout the evening, beginning at 5 p.m. Live Music/Dancing,  Fun Photos Face Painting/LED Juggling Tarot Readings, Singer/Guitarist Michael Hirst. More info

Downtown Countdown
Fort Myers Downtown River District
8 p.m.

Food, fun, live music on multiple stages, fireworks, free admission, ball drop at midnight. More info

Just Listed - 204 Useppa Island

Take Five! Cottage - Remarkable 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath Villa with a 40 foot deep water dock and priced to perfection.

Beautifully renovated reverse floor plan (living areas on the second floor) offering incredible soaring ceilings, gleaming hardwood floors, outstanding water views and an impressive new kitchen with a breakfast bar, granite and stainless.

View the property details

Beautifully updated kitchen with granite counter tops, breakfast bar and stainless appliances.

Large open living spaces with built-ins and a fireplace.

40 foot deep-water dock

Transformation of Take Five! Cottage - Part III

TAKE FIVE! COTTAGE

She's almost ready to debut!!! We've made great progress on returning this stunner to her glory.

Here's a peek!!

Great Built-in Cabinets

Gorgeous hardwood floors and vaulted ceiling

Deep-water 2-slip dock big enough for a 40' boat...plus another

Almost hidden in a tropical forest - from the path....

...and from the water!

PRIVACY!  PARADISE!!

COMING SOON!!  ANY DAY.....

JUST LISTED - 214 Useppa Island

Atop a bluff, Hideaway Cottage overlooks the open water of Pine Island Sound and is the absolute perfect home for family, friends and entertaining.  Just outside, a wide deck features a hot tub and access to a private deep-water dock with 18K lift and 2 slips.  Enjoy the best of waterfront lifestyles, with modern conveniences and recreational amenities on this exclusive private island. 

214 Useppa Island - 3 Bedrooms, 4 baths and 3,660 sq. ft., breathtaking views and private dock. Offered for $1,395,000  Property Details

Showcased by tropical surroundings, the main floor features an open plan with hardwood floors, an inviting kitchen with granite and stainless appliances, along with an expansive Florida/family room boasting full water views and outdoor kitchen.  The impressive top-floor Master Suite has hardwood floors, volume ceilings and includes a large sitting area, spacious walk-in closet and stunning views from a private sunrise-facing balcony. A lower living area offers plenty of space for everyone to gather, or play games, with bunk areas and a bath.