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Island Getaway, Gulf Front, Hammocks, Kayaks, 3/2, sleeps 6,thousands ft of deck

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6111.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Placida, FL
  • Little Gasparilla Island Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Gasparilla Marina
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Boca Grande Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Punta Gorda Airport (PGD)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Master's Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Island Getaway, Gulf Front, Hammocks, Kayaks, 3/2, sleeps 6,thousands ft of deck

Gulf of America Beachfront Island Home is a perfect getaway! Enjoy the beach in your front yard and dock your boat on the bay! This three-bed, 2 bath gulf front home has an open floor plan with multiple dining areas both indoor and outdoor. Pocket sliders can be opened to extend the living space and hear the sound of the waves while you sip your morning coffee.

Welcome to LGI- a bridgeless barrier island paradise right next to Boca Grande, FL. While LGI is still recovering, this property has received major renovations since Hurricane Helene. All pictures are current! The home has thousands of feet of composite decking both underneath and beachside of the home. Soak in a beautiful sunset while on the brand new sunning deck with chaise chairs or the screened-in patio. The downstairs patio has multiple sitting areas with couch and chairs, Adirondack chairs, propane fire table and grill, and even outdoor Corn Hole, Checkers/Chess Set and Connect 4 for the kids...or the adults! Toss out all your worries and nap in the deckside hammock. Step down to the beach and enjoy the tranquility of what is often a very secluded beach. LGI boasts beautiful large shells, sand dollars, dolphins, and sea turtles. This home offers a great getaway to unplug with the family and better views can not be found! Strong internet is included! THIS IS A BRIDGELESS, BARRIER ISLAND, which greatly adds to the old Florida charm of your beach vacation! The only connection to the mainland is by boat. A pirate taxi boat service to the island can be ordered- we recommend booking early. Major fishing destination, diving, charters, etc.

Please note that the enclosed lower deck room is private for the owner.
** Dock 69- limitation of boat size is 25 feet or less
** condiments will be there in the refrigerator based on what previous guests have left

We would like to clarify that our VRBO listing is a house, not a hotel or serviced accommodation. While we strive to provide a comfortable and pleasant environment, it's important to note that certain minor issues may occasionally arise during your stay. Examples of such issues can include slight variations in temperature, minor plumbing or electrical inconveniences, or other similar circumstances.

We want to assure you that we have taken all necessary steps to minimize the likelihood of these occurrences, and we will always do our best to address any significant issues promptly. However, we kindly request your understanding that due to the nature of our property, we are unable to offer refunds or compensation for small, non-disruptive matters that are typical of a residential setting.

Rest assured, we are committed to ensuring a delightful experience for all our guests, and our team will be available to assist you with any concerns or questions you may have during your stay. In the fall of 2022, Hurricane Ian hit the island and caused a great deal of damage in fall of 2022. While the island has done major work, you will likely still see remnants like roofing shingles, nails etc off of the major pathways.

Property manager

Amber Rutherford

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site 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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Placida

Located in Placida, this holiday home is on the beach. Whidden's Marina and Boca Grande Lighthouse Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Englewood Beach and Don Pedro Island State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Tails and Scales Charters, or check out an event or a game at Englewood Recreation Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Placida, FL

What's nearby

  • Little Gasparilla Island Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Gasparilla Marina - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Don Pedro Island State Park - 8 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Boca Grande Beach - 10 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Don Pedro Island Beach - 14 min drive - 7.4 km

Getting around

  • Punta Gorda Airport (PGD) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Miller's Dockside - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Stump Pass Grille - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Manatee Beans & Brews - ‬34 min drive
  • ‪Pink Elephant - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Cool Pickle In Paradise - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Island Getaway, Gulf Front, Hammocks, Kayaks, 3/2, sleeps 6,thousands ft of deck pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Island Getaway, Gulf Front, Hammocks, Kayaks, 3/2, sleeps 6,thousands ft of deck?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Island Getaway, Gulf Front, Hammocks, Kayaks, 3/2, sleeps 6,thousands ft of deck?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Island Getaway, Gulf Front, Hammocks, Kayaks, 3/2, sleeps 6,thousands ft of deck located?

Nestled on the beach, this Placida holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Little Gasparilla Island Beach and Tails and Scales Charters. Gasparilla Marina and Uncle Henrys Marina are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tracy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

LGI Vacation

Excellent -- This was our 4th stay on LGI, and this was our favorite house -- Location and absolutely comfortable -- Wonderful vacation home!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Teresa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peace and Quiet

This house has a gorgeous walk-out view of the gulf and provided a really nice slow-down for our busy family. The house had recently had some work done and there were a few "leftovers" from that but I am sure once all of that is picked up and completed it will be the best place to rest on Little Gasparilla.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Best Therapy!

This Cottage was beautiful,clean and had everything we needed!!! The views were breath taking. This hime owner did a great job and making sure we had all the extras. We will definitely be back!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

bonnie k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Better than expected!

The house was loaded with all necessities. If I had to be super picky there wasn’t body soap so I wish I brought some. Very private which is what we wanted. I would 100% stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect perfect perfect

Amazing place to stay So close to the beach ( it is closer than it looks in the pictures!! :-) ) Hardly anyone around Beautiful
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Allison S.

Liked: Check-in, communication

Unsatisfied

Be prepared to work more than relax!!! So of course this property is on a island with no stores or restaurants , which is actually inviting, if however the information was accurate on golf cart rental, grocery delivery service and getting to home once on island. This was my annual birthday girls trip. We were told to reserve golf cart, which we did on July 5th (we weren’t arriving till July 11th) in the 11th, I text the golf cart rental company and ask to please deliver golf cart to dock for easier transportation of our luggage and groceries( I had spoken to them on the 10th and they informed me they could drop off at either house or dock) I was informed a hour before arrival that all golf carts were returned after the 4th damaged and they had no golf carts. Okay, no big deal, the owner had told me there would be a cart at dock to load our luggage in for easier transportation of all our belongings, evidently the owner thinks cart and wheel barrel are the same, and dragging a wheel barrel through thick sand for 1/4 a mile in hot humid weather is really not my idea of a great start to vacation but okay. Get to house and we are told that all trash needs to be taken off island, so I’m thinking that this is going to be a beautiful place since the concept is sort of like, leave no trace of people on the island. This was not the case, there is a huge pile of trash behind house and even an old mattress laying there. Horrible landscaping, rips in curtains, hammocks were torn……
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacation

The property was great, beautiful home. The property manager was wonderful replying to questions immediately! Steps from the beautiful beach and very close to the boat dock. We had a wonderful time and got to experience some incredible fireworks for the 4th of July.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorena M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, fully stocked and comfortable

Owners and property manager were great. Promptly responded. Property has amazing views and it was fully stocked. We enjoyed every area of the house and had gorgeous weather. I will absolutely recommend you with friends and extended family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect spot

This place was amazing. They had so many areas to hang out and things to do! The beach was pretty secluded with only a few families here and there as it is at the end of a run of homes. It really is the perfect spot!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise

The house and location were true paradise!! Not ready to leave after a week! We had perfect weather the entire visit, it could not have been more perfect!!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cara K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Beach Spot

Location was perfect, property was as pictured with some minor repairs needed. Kids really enjoyed access to the beach - the sunsets were amazing and dolphins sightings in the morning. Home was comfortable will all amenities, WiFi worked well, tons of beach towels, all appliances in good condition. The beach chairs just need replaced and we could’ve used a broom and dustpan. Overall, we were pleased with our trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bob D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect week

Great house and another perfect time spent on the island. Can't wait for the next vacation on LGI
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

jessica d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Winter escape

Loved our stay and view was incredible. Just what we needed and would definitely like to visit again
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barb H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful retreat

This place is all about location! It is the perfect spot to truly get away from it all, and enjoy the view, the beauty, the walks on the beach without the crowds, and be restored. Highly recommend this quaint, beautiful spot!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lucy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Stay

Loved the house. The deck made the trip because on some days the wind was high. Sitting back from the beach on the beautiful deck we had a wind break. The house is as you see in the pictures, no surprises. Our trip was peace and bliss. Angela the PM was in constant contact which was appreciated. Will rent again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bart B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

It’s all about the View!

What an amazing view of the water and the beach! We had a great time at your beach house.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

4/10 Poor

Stormy L.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Needs new hamdyman/ and golf cart rental

We have been traveling to Little Gasparilla witg our family since 2003. we own property on the island. I will list the positive first .. it is oceanfront and nice set up for dinners outside. Negatives .. Outside if home was not prooerly maintained. dirry beach chairs, broken umbrellas laying in the dirt. sloppy dirty covers thrown behind all outdoor furniture. toys misc left a mess from last tenters. House hsd NO golf cart we rented the handynans piece of crap. it was filthy, did not run properly and stranded us in a sudden downpour storm. i had to push it for a block and it still woukd not start!! there is NO RELIABLE golf cart rental with this house. the island golf cart company is also a joke and does not rent the approx 50 cart s sitting rusting outside . now the fridge.. it quit working during our stay and melted our food . we had to take everytjhing out and down 3 flights of stairs to the owners fridge. then have a temporary fix and haul back uostairs 3 flights of stairs which screwed up our food, our night and our day. the owner thought that a $100 credit was sufficent compensation. we disagree, we asked for a day credit, with NO reaponse from owner. We would not rent this house again, we enjoyed our vacation due to the lovely beach, the church and the island ambiance. please note ar this house you are also responsible for removing all trash (you will pay for each bag at Marina on mainland 3-10 dollars a bag ) and washing all bed linens and towels on departure.. There is a cleaning charge in addition .
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Becky C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway

The house was so cozy and comfy. I loved the space. The screened porch was amazing. The ocean view can’t be beat!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donna W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Spot!

We had such a great time spending a week here. The house was perfect and just as described, the beaches were absolutely beautiful, and the entire experience provided my family exactly what we needed - a week of sun, sand, and completely disconnecting from our normal routines! Highly recommend and we look forward to another visit!!!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eliza M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful place -- very special

This is a really special place -- LGI is so unique and this house was immaculate, well stocked, and a pleasure. The Gulf views from the screened porch, the quiet beach, and the lovely space in the shade downstairs with hammocks and ping-pong all made for a true getaway. Thank you for sharing.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matt G., Sugar Grove, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Little Gasparilla Delight

We had a great time in this house. What a wonderful view - especially the sunsets each night. There was plenty of activities to do at the house from our nightly ping pong battles, to cards, to board games, to the fire pit. The hammocks were a big hit as well. Plenty of beach chairs to take down to the beach, which was only a very short walk from the house. We loved the property and the owners and property manager were great to communicate with. We highly recommend this place.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

About the host

Hosted by Amber Rutherford

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Welcome to our beach house! We hope your journey was pleasant and comfortable. Allow us to introduce ourselves to you – we are The Rutherfords, a family of 6 and we love adventures.

Why they chose this property

We purchased this vacation home since we fell in love with Little Gasparilla Island when we visited the island and all the adventures it has to offer.

Languages:

English