What to do and see in Matlacha, Florida (FL): The Best Free Things to do

CW Fudge Factory specializes in homemade fudges and candies with a variety of flavors. They are somewhat unique to our area. The delectable candy and fudge creations they have are homemade fresh each day. Unlike some store bought chocolates their delicious little morsels contain no preservatives. William says his chocolates are carefully fashioned from his own recipes and that candy making to him is like an art. He says it is a science with trial and error to devise just the right ingredient for just the right recipe. Everything including temperature and even humidity of the room he is cooking in is carefully controlled to produce a perfect fudge. At CW Fudge Factory you will find a variety of flavors in fudges and chocolate candy. They specialize in fudge but carry a selection of candies, local made jams, jellies and an assortment of Gift Baskets!

Lovegrove Gallery & Gardens is the international headquarters for Florida artist, Leoma Lovegrove and one of the most colorful destinations in the sunshine state. The gallery showcases Lovegrove's original art and it is here where you can step into her techinicolor world of tropical artistic flair and experience the authentic island style life of an artist. Paint your own Florida souviner in her world famous botanical waterfront gardens (Paint and brushes included). Or paint your very own coconut postcard to keep or mail back home (no box needed- mails as is). You can also paint your own painting in the garden with the help of Vino's Picasso (Seasonal Nov-April). You can also enjoy homemade ( "Love Boat Ice Cream")ice-cream right out of a real coconut shell and guess what? You can keep the shell and take it back home to remind you of the happy memories you made while visiting one of Florida's most popular historic landmarks and destinations.

Island Visions is an eclectic gallery of local art and jewelry plus curiosities from the US and aroud the globe. In the colorful, artistic village of Matlacha, Florida you'll find a gallery featuring a fabulous collection of art and curiosities by talented artists and artisans both local and global. Owners Steve and Lisa Timcak had a vision - a vision of a gallery that captured the essence of the village of Matlacha where an old Florida feel still exists. They wanted their gallery to portray the spirit of the town, a place where all are welcome and being unique means you fit right in. Steve and Lisa have fashioned a vibrant and welcoming tropical island atomshpere where you can enjoy great music (and ice cream) while you peruse their eclectic gallery. Steve can be found in his other galleries, Timeless and Another Time creating his Steampunk lamps and jewelry. Come see a bit of old Florida with a modern vibe where you can discover "MatlaChic".