The most secluded community in Southwest Florida in Naples

Live in the most remote development in all of southern Florida. Only a small number of condo units in this residential community are available for seasonal rental. Surrounded by 2.4 million aces of wilderness protected by five separate state and federal lands, Port of the Islands is truly a unique location in all of southern Florida. Kayak into endless miles of mangrove and freshwater swamps, take your (or a rental) boat out to a deserted barrier island in the Gulf of Mexico where you will be alone on miles of sandy beaches. Bicycle into the Fakahatchee Strand of the Big Cypress Swamp each morning and see rare birds, reptiles, deer and panther tracks. Breakfast on the front porch overlooking the marina in the morning sun and dine on the lanai overlooking a pond and a national wildlife preserve where flocks of ibis and herons pass nightly across dramatic sunsets. Nature abounds in every direction. Even the marina is a manatee preserve where boats are restricted to idle speed, ensuring peace and quiet with fishermen who enjoy some of the best fishing in all of Florida. It’s almost like camping out, but with the luxury and convenience of modern accommodations.

The condo is located on a narrow strip of land between the Port of the Islands Marina and the Ten Thousand Islands National Wildlife Preserve. It is a second (top) floor unit with cathedral ceilings, great views, and a constant breeze during the warm winter nights. Master bedroom has king-size bed and private bath with shower and separare watet closet. Guest bedroom has queen-size bed and separate batlh with shower and tub. It is super clean and only 6 years old. Amenities include heated pool, satellite TV, wifi Internet, gas grill, garage (shared with owner) for canoe or kayak. Dock and boat rentals are available directly across the street at the marina. Ecotours, manatee tours, and fishing guides are also avaliable at the marina.

Tigertail Beach on Marco Island, famous for sunsets and birdwatching is just 20 minutes away. "Links of Naples" golf course is just 10 minutes away and features night golf and driving range. Historic Everglades City which has excelent seafood, a museum, boat and kayak rentals, and tours from the Everglades National Park Office is 15 minutes away

The unit is owned by a biology professor in Connecticut who has done research in the Everglades.  He has traveled to Florida for 40 years and found Port of the Islands to be the best place to spend the winter months.

Civilization is just a 30 minute drive to beautiful downtown Naples, where you can enjoy symphony, opera, and theater, outstanding restaurants and high-end shopping.  Basic services, such as gas, grocery, pharmacy, and banking are just 15 minutes away. Natural areas bordering  Port of the Islands include:Ten Thousand Islands National Wildlife Preserve, Fakahatchee Strand Peserve State Park, Picayune State Forest, and Everglades National Park. Big Cypress National Preserve, Florida Panther National Wildlife Refuge, Rookery Bay National Reserve, and Corkscrew Swamp Wildlife Santuary are just minutes away. Birdwatch at Rookery Bay National Wildlife Preserve in the morning, lunch on the beach at the Ritz Carlton, hit the trails in Big Cypress Swamp National Preserve in the afternoon, and enjoy a sunset cruise in Everglades National Park, all in the same day.  Details on these and other activities and attractions with websites is available upon request.

$1,200 per month May thru September

$1,600 per month  October thru December

$2,200 per month January thru April

Sales (6%) and Tourist Tax (4%) additional

$500 deposit required upon reservation, balance due in equal installments 60 and 30 days in advance.