SUN & MOON INN   kayak heaven   fishing resort    bed and breakfast   estuary eco tours

For reservations call    239-283-3192 or 888-321 3192

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 Map to 3962 NW Pine Island Rd , Matlacha, FL 33993   View our Photo Gallery       sunandmooninn@gmail.com

 

 

 

 

 

 

           

 

 
 

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We are closed and not taking reservations until further notice. Please direct all inquiries to: sunandmooninn@gmail.com

       

 

 

 

 
 

 

 

 

 

Call toll free     888.321.3192

 

            
Click at the trailer for the Kayak Fishing Movie ""GAME ON"" slated for release in the spring of 2009. 

 

 

 

 

 
 
 

 

 

  Reunite with old friends, kayaking, fly  fishing, bird watching,  enjoying meals in one of the many great restaurants nearby, or get it to go and eating on the balcony overlooking the bay. Check-in time is 3 PM, check-out 11 AM

 
 

Just outside the window of our "moon" building, an osprey nest occupies the southwest corner of our property. Click the osprey nest to view more area birding photos.

 

 

Experience old Florida the way it was meant to be... by the water.  Explore the vast backwaters watching nature ...or relax by the pool and Jacuzzi with a good book.  Ever caught a fish while kayaking? Imagine catching a fish and cooking it on our Jenn-Aire grill. The Sun & Moon Inn is not your ordinary resort.

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And here is what our guests Joel and Arline saw when they were here in Matlacha.

  Minutes from the sights, sounds, fishing and attractions of Cape Coral, Boca Grande Pass, Sanibel and Captiva, The Sun and The Moon Inn is a terrific adults-only fishing and relaxing retreat.

 

 

 

Arial view of our aquatic preserve

 

 

 

 

All of our Kayaks and Some of our rooms are pet friendly

Ask us about our romantic kayak trip to the fabled "Heart-Shaped Lake" Here you can find secret treasures that few have ever held or witnessed!

The Sun and Moon is a Fishing resort & bed and breakfast in Matlacha, Florida.  Lodging not much like a hotel or motel. A fishing lodge on the SW Florida Gulf Coast near Boca Grande pass, Florida. We are adjacent to a large boat ramp, so you can bring you own boat or rent one locally. Go fly fishing for Tarpon, tripletail, snook and other fish. Fly Fishing charter Captains adore this place, see below to contact our "fishing family" of fishing charter Captains. Any type of saltwater fishing including fly fishing, Kayak fishing, deep sea fishing, offshore fishing, light tackle fishing, flats fishing, backwater and  inshore fishing, even fishing in the Gulf of Mexico. Fish for  snook, redfish, tarpon, snook,  seatrout, snook cobia and many other fish. Many  fishing guides, charters captains in and around Matlacha, Cape Coral and Matlacha pass take our guests fishing. Vacation paradise is right here near Ft. Myers, Naples, Tampa, St. Petersburg, Punta Gorda, not far from Miami , Pine island sound is along the way to Sanibel island, Captiva island, Boca Grande, in southwest ,Florida. Yes, the SW Florida Gulf Coast has this great place for lodging. The waterfront fishing along our seawall and boat dock is awesome! Motor  boating or sailing , in a canoe, kayak or on a yacht in the Gulf of Mexico, This fishing resort & bed and breakfast has the best travel and lodging values along the Gulf Coast, Gulf of Mexico beaches, near Cape Coral and Fort Myers

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The Sun and Moon Inn is a quiet place for romantic getaway.  couple from all over the world have renewed their zest for life just by being able to relax here at this island style home with a laid back attitude. Come here and be yourself ...do as you wish (please keep it legal!), ...the pool and spa are open 24/7, however there is never a lifeguard.

We are located  in Southwest Florida right along the Lee Island Coast in Lee County FL.  Watch the American bald eagles, ospreys, great blue herons, egret and other birds worth watching along with the manatee and dolphin in their natural habitat. Tour the  Indian Mounds along Florida's Gulf Coast nearby at the village of Pineland on Pine Island.

History comes alive just a couple of miles away in Pineland at the Randall Research Center. Here you can get a glimpse of what life was like for native peoples of the area. See genuine relics and study the ecology of our estuary system. Special tours of the facility available by appointment. Their bookstore in now open from 10am - 2pm  M thru F.

 If you would like to see the abundant wildlife, Manatees & Dolphins try booking a cruise on the famous Tropic Star of Pine Island. They have daily ferry service to Cayo Costa State Park, North Captiva Island, Cabbage Key Island, Boca Grande on Gasparilla Island, and the Captain even does weddings on board!

     

Kayak Fishing School Information

 

Kayak Fishing School Details and Registration Click the Logo Above   We are a SW Florida eco tourism member Click the Logo Above
 

 

Here are the best people to help you start paddling!

Angler's Outlet

GAEA Guides

Gulf Coast Kayak

 
 

 

Fishing for your heart's delight . . .

Enjoy Matlacha and the surrounding bay in a kayak canoe, fishing or tour boat and see the backwaters, mangrove estuaries, Boca Grande Pass and Matlacha pass . . .

Look for dolphin and manatee playing
just a few feet from our shore . . .

Delight in the gentle, graceful manatee
that move up the channel to mate . . .

Gaze at the sunset's spectacular colors
as it lights up  the skies . . .

Fish for snook, redfish, tarpon, seatrout cobia and many other fish species . . .

Go bird watching for American bald eagles, osprey, pelican, great blue herons, egrets and so many other birds!

Or just sit and watch the time go by

 

 

 

The Great Calusa Blueway Paddling Trail is recognized as one of the best U.S. kayaking destinations by both Paddler and Canoe & Kayak magazines. Come, paddle and explore with us, and experience the unhurried pace of gorgeous beaches, breathtaking sunsets, exotic wildlife and fascinating nature preserves along the warm Gulf waters surrounding Pine Island and Matlacha. Learn to fish from a kayak from the locals. Near shore and backwater fishing is fun!  Seven Seas bait and tackle shop across from Bert's bar and grill has everything you need to to catch the big fish including fly fishing gear!

 

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This  Fly fishing school teaches K- 12 ...thru Doctorate! Click the logo above for the Fly Fishing School website.

 

 

   

Click photo to see the kayaking school pictures

 See below for our Local Attractions page about the snook, tarpon, redfish, trout and cobia fishing!
 

you could be here!

 

 

Ask about bird watching tours

The Professional Fishing Charter Captains listed on this page are among the best in the area. They come to us though numerous guest referrals and personal experience. Anyone from this list will go out of their way to make your fishing trip awesome!

 

 

 

 

 

Capt. Dave Gibboney

 
                 

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Watch this space for news about events and special happening at the sun and moon. Please be sure to ad us to you favorites. This is a great spot to plan that special getaway with the one you Love!

 
 

 

 

Fly Fishing in SWFL

Barflyfish.com - Fly Fishing Southwest Florida

Serious Fly Fishing aficionados check out this great fishing guide!

 

Hawkeye Fishing
Hawkeye is a reel pro (pardon the pun) A true Professional and all around great guy.

Fishing Southwest Florida with Capt. Terry PitzLight tackle and fly fishing. Captain Terry will put you on the big fish

 

 

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We fully endorse sustainable ecotourism and have the kayaks to prove it!

 

 

click here for a long list of links to other Lee county FL businesses


More SWFL links

www.usangler.com 

www.tropicaladventure.co

 

 
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For that extra special touch planning an event at the Sun and Moon Inn try calling on Lisa at Extraordinary Eventz.

 

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