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Property grounds
Exterior
2 bedrooms, internet, bed sheets
TV, books
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
Reviews
8.6

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Ocean viewOcean viewOcean view

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Placida, FL
  • Popular LocationLittle Gasparilla Island Beach3 min walk
  • Popular LocationGasparilla Marina3 min drive
  • Popular LocationBoca Grande Beach10 min drive
  • AirportSarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)65 min drive

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About the area

Placida

Seaside stay .Stay at this Placida vacation home and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Little Gasparilla Island Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of Tails and Scales Charters. Gasparilla Marina and Uncle Henrys Marina are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Little Gasparilla Island Beach - 3 min walk
  • Gasparilla Marina - 3 min drive
  • Don Pedro Island State Park - 8 min drive
  • Boca Grande Beach - 10 min drive
  • Don Pedro Island Beach - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • Punta Gorda Airport (PGD) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • Stump Pass Grille - 20 min drive
  • Cool Pickle In Paradise - 13 min drive
  • Miller's Dockside - 22 min drive
  • Scarpa's Coastal - 21 min drive
  • 3rd Street Cafe - 21 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

How Sweet It Is...Private Island Beach Life

This tropical island home is only steps to the beach via boardwalk through the dunes. Watch your blood pressure drop as you enjoy the sunsets from the newly added open sun deck, or simply relax on the cute and cozy screened lanai. Whatever your preference you will find everything you could possibly need in this adorable little cottage. The owners have taken extra care to make sure it feels just like home. Make your reservations today!!! Please note this is a BOAT ONLY ACCESS ISLAND. Water taxi must be scheduled in advance. Golf cart is no longer available.

Bringing your own boat? Max size is 23 feet.
Accommodates 4 guests maximum

Beds: 1 Queen, 2 Twin

Amenities include: Air-conditioning, propane grill, hot and cold private outside after-swim shower, washer/dryer, linens included, dishwasher, microwave, toaster, coffee maker, water purifier, dishes/utensils, pots / pans, hair dryer, TV, DVD player, VCR, stereo, CD player.
Extras: Wifi, oversized hammock, blender, movies, books, community lighted boat dock with water and fish cleaning table, boardwalk to beach.

**Reservations booked for less than 5 nights constitutes a higher nightly rate**

Sorry, No Smoking. Pets are permitted upon owner approval and require a $150 non-refundable pet fee, plus tax.


**Daily rates may be available. Contact us for details.

Please note rates are subject to 12% tax, cleaning and reservation fee.

$500.00 Refundable Security Deposit also required.
Located directly in between Sarasota and Ft. Myers on Southwest Florida's Gulf Coast, Little Gasparilla is as close as you can get to Old Florida! There are no paved roads or commercial establishments on the island, only miles of sandy trails flanked by tropical foliage. Take long leisurely walks or travel by golf cart down these paths to explore the beauty of the island. The peaceful, uncrowded beach provides plenty of room for you to bathe in the sun all day, enjoy outstanding shelling, bird watching, swimming, playing with your children, and beautiful water views, but best of all, the brilliant sunsets at the end of each perfect day. There is great fishing to be had in Placida Harbor for Snook, Trout, Redfish, Snapper and more, and in the world famous Boca Grande Pass you can try your hand at Tarpon fishing. Little Gasparilla Island is the ideal place to get away from the mainland madness. Come relax and unwind in a secluded tropical paradise.

LGI is for those seeking a respite from the hectic pace of the mainland and the hassles of everyday life. Escape to Little Gasparilla Island where you can Stay a Week or a Lifetime!

**PLEASE NOTE: This is a bridgeless, barrier island that is accessed by water taxi or private boat. Call us for details!

**NO BOOKING IS CONFIRMED/FINALIZED UNTIL you have been contacted by Tarpon Rental Services staff!

Property manager

David

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Marina nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Pets considered by some owners

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

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How Sweet It Is...Private Island Beach Life Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robin D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesomeness
Excellent
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Nicole K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall ‘23
Property is nice & cute. Easy short walk to the beach. Loved the sunset views from the back decks. Unfortunately the mosquitos and no-see-ums are atrocious & can’t enjoy the porch or deck. This is about 1/2 way on the island and the sand is lower, so it stays damp. Needs a new shower head. Vacuum doesn’t pick up the sand. Could use some mats at the doors and curtains in the LR.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Miasarah R.

Awesome location but needs work!
I want to start this review by saying our stay was a good time, the rental home is actually good and has the potential to be great. However, the people who rent (Tarpon Rental) this place need to do a better job. If you are bringing pets they will hit you with a hidden fee the day of that is $168 and was not disclosed until you go get the keys. I did not mind the fee as much as I did the whole not telling us and keeping it a surprise until we got there. The check in process was not very friendly. Again, the house has SO much potential and is in a great location and the people on the island are super friendly and willing to help. The house could use some care and a good thorough cleaning as it was not in the best conditions and last thing I want to do during a vacation is clean up, which should not be the case if they charge such a high cleaning fee. We are glad that we brought our own linens, towels, blankets because the ones either have sand on them or are not clean so make sure you pack those up but travel light because it is a bit of a walk to bring everything into the house. Overall, we still made the best out of our trip, it was super relaxing and the sunsets are absolutely breathtaking here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Jasmany N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Beach House
I love the place. Very nice. If you love everyday beach this is the place. House just needs alittle updating. But loved it...
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

kevin l.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Cottage BUT...
Better get a GOLF CART or someone to drag your stuff to the house from the DOCK ! Office ladies are fine, but the load/unload was BRUTAL ! Cottage is easy 1/4 mile walk from dock with fishcart that holds 2 bags + - Promised a ride from office + delivery of stuff to cottage, got none - Slider wheels on GLASS DOOR terrible ( main entrance ) A/C vents filthy, def. a beach shack in need of some owner's $$ - Dryer on last legs, appliances original from the 1970's - Note: This cute cottage is USED too much - Great place & location / but a family of 4 easily shows it's weakness ~ I DO recommend this place, but if you're looking for perfect and easy, try another - Needs a strong Dad / Mom willing to work to make it work for a family - Golf cart is a MUST ! Sadly, owner has GC locked up downstairs, too bad its not for the paying customer ~ In summary: Enjoyable but exhausted from our vacation -
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

6/10 Okay

Marlene C.

Amazing Location on LGI
The location of this How Sweet It Is is just a short boardwalk to the amazing beach of Little Gasparilla. We did have two non-related events that caused power outages of 16+ hours. This property could use an upgrade on basics like flashlights and candles, along with a deep cleaning. The floors never felt entirely clean and the dishwasher is iffy. Also, don’t plan on using the second fridge…or opening it, for that matter. The sheets and upholstery all need a good shakeout/cleaning as well. One final note, the second bedroom window leaks during driving rain and water pools on the floor. Not trying to discourage because the location is great and the people you meet are so friendly and helpful. This is a good property waiting to be great with a little TLC. The garbage service is as promised, and with the cost of water taxis, it might be good to have that second refrigerator clean and working to store extra groceries. LGI is magical and memories are there to be made. Our check-in was slightly delayed through no fault of Audra, so we were grateful to have her wait for us with keys.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

William D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Would stay again
Cute beach house, great location on quiet section of beach. Kitchen supplies could use updating but otherwise well stocked. Comfortable beds too!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Gennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Island
We loved our stay and will probably be back. The house had everything we needed, and the island is beautiful. If you’re coming around Christmas, we noticed that the crowds came immediately after the 25th. Just FYI if you want a less crowded experience. The only small inconveniences we came across were being given the wrong set of keys at check-in. No big deal. We just had to wait a little bit for the correct set to be brought. Also we were asked on a couple occasions to contact the people on the island who could take us and our luggage to and from the dock, but were never provided their numbers. When we asked to have their numbers, we were told to call the office. Customer service there was a little lacking. On our last day, we asked about a ride back to the dock with all our luggage and were told “we only get you to the house, not back”, so we opted to take several trips walking our luggage to the dock. Again, that was a customer service issue, but not a huge deal. Just something to take note of. One note on the house: During our stay the inside shower was not operating properly. Luckily the outdoor shower is amazing and much more comfortable.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

COnnie E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very peaceful
We enjoyed this vacation spot so much! Everything was perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kristina S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Private Island Getaway
Little Gasparilla Island is a wonderful vacation getaway! There are no roads on the island, no cars, no stores or restaurants. It's wonderfully quiet and private. The beach is soft white sand, and the ocean is safe and perfect for swimming in the warm, clear green waves. The beach is a quick two minute walk, there are houses directly in front of this property, which was kind of misleading based on how it is presented. The ocean view that you do have is from the back porch that gets full sun all day long and is too hot to enjoy. This is easily remedied by simply going down to the beach to enjoy the stellar views. Previous reviews have stated that the property is dated, and although the decor is charming, as a homeowner, dated means the bathroom is dingy and badly requires updating, and the beds are horribly uncomfortable. The kitchen is stocked with most of what you need to fix your meals, and there is also onsite laundry. The rental check in was very easy and right next to a grocery store. We bought our supplies and went straight to the dock for the water taxi, all very easy and convenient. We very much loved our time on LGI and appreciated our stay at this property, any negative review is more of a heads up than it is meant to deter renters. We loved our vacation on LGI and only wish we spent more time there. (Family of four, with an 18 and 14 yo.)
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021