Ideal Motel and Marine Supply

 Welcome to Beautiful Pristine Steinhatchee Florida.. Come and experience the serenity of NO traffic lights and the slow paced small town atmosphere where most everyone knows everyone. That alone is so very rare anywhere in the state of Florida.. We are considered “Old Florida” the way it was 50 years or so ago.. Once you come to Steinhatchee we are confident that You’ll be “ HOOKED “. Most people that come to visit always seem to come back time and time again and a lot of folks over time will hunt a special place that they can call home at some point in their life.. Steinhatchee is that special.. Come enjoy a little slice of Heaven right here in the “HATCH”. Our sunsets are out of this world, the fishing and scalloping is great most all of the year. We can tell you the different seasons and the annual migration of the fish and wildlife and when it’s great. After 40 plus years, we know the habits and what goes on here in this neck of the woods. Hunting is really big in our area as we have hundreds of thousands of undeveloped shoreline and management areas that are state owned. They will never be developed, polluted or overpopulate...You can always call us here at the store for a update on what’s going on... If you are looking for Steinhatchee motels, hotels, vacation rentals, cabins, or waterfront lodging visit the Ideal Motel. We are more than a motel or marina. The Ideal Motel and Ideal Marine Supply offers many extras to make your stay both relaxing and enjoyable. We offer clean and comfortable waterfront cabins motel room. If you are passing thru for the day or vacationing to Fish or go Scalloping on our pristine Grass Flats, feel free to stop by and see what we have to offer. We are always around and are open 7 days a week at our Fully stocked Retail Sporting Goods Store.. Our prices rival the Box stores on so many items and our selection is tremendous and region specific as far as Bait, Tackle, Lures etc. for the tremendous Speckled Trout, Redfish, Tarpon, Spanish & King Mackerel fishery that is available. Our offshore fishery for species like Red & Black Grouper, Black Sea Bass, Shark, Trigger Fish etc. produce great Fish Fries as the fish are abundant to those who learn and know the waters.. We have several professional, USGC licensed Guides that can take you out for a 1/2 day or a full day Inshore or Offshore to get you familiar with the area, and show you the correct methods and Hot Spots.. We also have a Fleet of 8 Rental boats all equipped with Bimini Tops, Swim ladders, All the required Safety Gear and coolers. Basically bring what you want to eat and drink and your gear and you’re ready to go for a great day on the Gulf..Our Rentals are equipped with fuel efficient 4 stroke Yamaha Outboards for affordability and dependability. We have excellent cell phone service with Verizon and AT&T. Our Retail Store is located directly across the street from the new Taylor county Public Boat Ramp that houses up to 200 trucks and boat trailers per day.. The fee to launch is 5.00 per day or we offer a annual $ 20.00 permit for those who plan on coming more than 4 times a year.. It’s a great facility and such a bargain to have in our community. You can get everything you need right here at our Retail store for a great day on the water. We are right across from the Ramp, stop by and get free tide charts and see all that we have to offer. We can assure you that you will be greeted and well taken care off. We pride ourselves on customer service and integrity.. Ideal Marina & Motel is conveniently nestled in our secluded cove right off of the main Steinhatchee River that offers protection from the currents, high winds and wake from boats passing by. We are located more towards the mouth of the river, so the distance to the Gulf of Mexico and Grass Flats are minimal. Come and stay at our quaint, quiet, secure and personal Waterfront Marina that is within 4 blocks of our Retail Store. Our Dockage is lighted at night and their is power and water right there at your slip. The owners live onsite at the Motel so they are always around either the store or the Marina & Rooms to give you Fishing & Scalloping tips, Local information such as our famous Seafood Restaurants. All of our rooms includes a Private slip for your vessel. Our rooms have High Definition LED Flat Screen TV’s, Refrigerators, Microwaves and they all have the capability of preparing meals..Grills and Picnic tables are present for your use and enjoyment. You can even fish right from the bank of your Motel Room. Notice: Fish stories are told daily so we know what time of the year: what’s biting, what they are biting on and where.. We’ve been serving Fishermen, Sportsmen and the Outdoorsmen since 1994 and have lived here for 40 years. You can count on us to steer you in the right direction while you are here in this outstanding community that we all call home. Sometimes if you just need time to get away. Away from the technology, the noise and the hustle and bustle of life and just relax a bit..  Come on….Taking in and enjoying the simpler things in life is what Steinhatchee is all about. Whether it’s listening to the sounds of the water flowing by, enjoying the warmth of the sun, the breath taking sunsets or feeling the sea breeze of a summer day on your face.. There’s just no better place than right here here in Steinhatchee Fl.  Come enjoy what God has provided for us all to use and to enjoy responsibly. I can safely say, You’ll be HOOKED right here in the HATCH…