Escape to Paradise

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The salt water canal is only steps away from the house and pool

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6213.7 sq m

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Parking available
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Barbecue grill
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Port Charlotte, FL

Fawcett Memorial Hospital
‪4 min drive‬
Port Charlotte Beach Park
‪5 min drive‬
Fishermen's Village
‪12 min drive‬
Punta Gorda Airport (PGD)
‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

2nd Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

3rd bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Past guests reviews say it all. We have been hosting since 2017 with a proven track record. You are dealing directly with the owners, not a property manager trying to nickle and dime you or charge hidden fees.
A roomy 2300 square-foot home with a 15 x 30 heated salt water pool. Sitting directly on the Sunrise waterway canal with ocean access. Relax swimming in the spectacular heated salt water pool or while fishing from the private dock.
Enjoy dinners poolside opening the dual sliding glass doors to extend the poolside experience. With an updated and well appointed kitchen, a large master shower room, even a tiki breakfast bar, the home is meant to be a stunner.

The spacious home is designed for enjoyment with something for everyone and, with every room oversized. You can watch golf while the kids enjoy the pool or escape from it all and enjoy a book in quiet nooks created in the Florida room and Master bedroom.
The kitchen comes fully stocked including 3 sets of table service (1 plastic for poolside) allowing for everything from family meals to elegant dining, and the dishwasher guarantees you don't spend your vacation at the sink.
Ample plush towels are provided with additional beach towels near the pool for convenience.
The beds will trap you and the quietness of our neighborhood, combined with a masonry home and hurricane resistant windows, you can forget there is a world outside.
Clean, well appointed, fully stocked, and able to adapt to the needs of your day; we have worked to provide all the things we have missed in booking experiences of our own.

Property manager

John and Linda Kroll

Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

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

Port Charlotte

Located in Port Charlotte, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Charlotte County Historical Center and A. C. Freeman House are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Regal Town Center - Port Charlotte and Treasure Lanes. Kidstar Park and Peace River Botanical & Sculpture Gardens are also worth visiting. Jet skiing, scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.

Port Charlotte, FL

What's nearby

Fawcett Memorial Hospital - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
Bayfront Health Port Charlotte - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
Port Charlotte Beach Park - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
Charlotte Sports Park - 11 min drive - 10.6 km
Fishermen's Village - 12 min drive - 10.6 km

Getting around

Punta Gorda Airport (PGD) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
‪Port Side Tavern - ‬4 min drive
‪Dairy Queen - ‬3 min drive
‪Paddy Wagon Irish Pub - ‬4 min drive
‪Pizza Hut - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Escape to Paradise have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Escape to Paradise pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Escape to Paradise?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Escape to Paradise?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Escape to Paradise located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Fawcett Memorial Hospital, Bayfront Health Port Charlotte and Cultural Center of Charlotte County. Peace River and Port Charlotte Beach Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Gary K.

6 April 2025

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

Loved it !!!

Wonderful property, excellent owners! The house is very clean and well stocked. Kitchen utensils, cookware, and dishes are plentiful. The lanai with large pool is southern facing so sunshine is abundant. The waterway provides some Florida wildlife viewing. The neighborhood is quiet and convenient to shopping and restaurants.We’ve been “snowbirding” in Port Charlotte for several years and this was our best experience by far!

Stayed 35 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bradley C.

29 November 2024

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

Escape to Paradise

The home is beautiful and extremely well stocked with everything you need. We spent the majority of the time in the linai and around the beautiful pool. The hosts were very concerned that our stay was perfect and communicated extremely well.

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Betsy C.

3 February 2025

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

Lovely home and location

Very clean, central location for day trips, shopping, etc. Linda and John were extremely accommodating and accessible. We had a few small problems and they were handled immediately. I would suggest more shade options around the pool would be a good addition. I have struggled with cancer in the past and shade is a definite necessity for me.

Stayed 13 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

28 July 2020

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

Perfect Port Charlotte Stay

Beautiful home, very warming and great neighborhood. Would definitely recommend and will be returning!!

Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Martha M.

1 March 2023

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

Relaxing home in Florida

Loved the spacious home with beautiful pool we had plenty of room and enjoyed the convenient location

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol S.

16 May 2024

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

Port Charlotte stay

very nice.. the pool was a welcome relief from the outside heat and humidity. We were happy with everything and would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane W.

15 July 2024

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

Enjoyed every minute!

TOP-NOTCH! Our second time staying here. Love ❤ this place from top to bottom. Awesome owners. Of course, we will be back.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christy L.

7 July 2023

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

Family vacation

We had a great time. Everything we could have needed was there. Kids loved having the pool.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori G.

24 February 2024

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

A perfect home away from home….

We had a wonderful family week at this rental. The house is beautiful, clean and close to everything we wanted to do. The pool overlooking the canal is a perfect place to relax! The only thing that could have made our stay better was warmer temperatures! We highly recommend this beautiful home and hope to stay again in the future.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine G.

6 August 2023

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

Cute and comfortable

This is a nicely updated old Florida home with a beautiful pool overlooking the canal. Very comfortable and supplied with everything we needed. The neighborhood is still recovering from Hurricane Ian but it is close to shopping, restaurants and movies.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol L., North Conway

26 March 2021

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

Loved the house

Time flies by in this comfortable place. Beautiful pool, canal view, shiny terrazzo floors, all kinds of amenities. Excellent. Thanks.

Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

Barry K.

18 April 2023

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

Quiet neighborhood with great pool

Renting the property was seamless and all instructions were received in advance. The neighborhood was very quiet, but some properties were damaged from the hurricane. Some aspects of our rental were outdated, but that really didn't concern us. Our stay was pretty much what we envisioned, and we really enjoyed the spacious pool. In addition, the beds were super comfy, and the kitchen wass well stocked in all aspects.

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shaun H., Central Illinois

8 February 2023

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

Great house for enjoying the Pt Char area

We rented this home for about seven weeks. It’s very conveniently located to grocery stores and restaurants. The owners, Linda and John were quick to respond to our questions. House was very clean and well stocked. We did buy a bathroom plunger to add to the home’s ambiance. It is staying behind. Would recommend!

Stayed 30 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristin F.

8 August 2023

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

Great Quiet Family Getaway

Our family of 5 (2 adults, 2 teens, 1 child) stayed at this property for 5 nights and loved our time there. There was plenty of room for everyone to spread out and have their own space yet we could be together when we wanted to. The screened in pool and pool deck were amazing, we spent hours and hours out there. I love that its right on the waterway. The neighborhood is very quiet, but the home is close enough to shopping and dining at Fisherman's Village in Punta Gorda as well as other local restaurants and grocery stores. The beach park is right down the road and while there isn't much beach, there's a nice pier to walk out on and there's also paddleboarding/canoing/sailing available as well. We definitely would stay here again, the owners were very responsive when we messaged them with questions prior to and during our stay.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert F.

25 March 2019

Fabulous experience, great home away from home.

Many positives with this property. First off, working with John was gratifying in that all of our inquiries were answered promptly and most satisfactorily. The pool was heated for those slightly chilly mornings and was large enough for mini laps to be done. The home was large enough to have two families function easily. The grill worked great...quick start, rapidly got up to heat level and Was large enough for a cook out party. Getting to any desired location was easy since home was close to Tamiami Trail and Interstate 75. Great value....return trip box is definitely checked.

Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Angela P., CHICAGO

28 May 2023

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

Perfect pool house

House was very clean and well stocked. Listing was accurate and pictures on listing were true to actual condition. Check-in was seamless. We did have a very minor issue with the hot water in the master shower. We texted the owner and received a response almost immediately even though it was the Saturday of a holiday weekend. Problem was solved in less than 30 minutes time. The pool was amazing and there were no red eyes from chlorine since the water is salt water. We would stay here or recommend to anyone needing a get away in the Charlotte Harbor area.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lise M.

9 April 2023

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

Best equipped home with a lovely pool in a nice quiet neighborhood only min away from everything.

This is by far the best equipped house we have ever rented through VRBO! The kitchen literally had everything you needed, and in good quality and condition. The home was clean and neat with a nice size outdoor heated pool in a quiet neighborhood in short distance from stores and restaurants. Furnitures incl bedrooms very nice and comfy. Plenty of towels for your use both for pool and bathrooms. Punta Gorda was only 10 min away where you could enjoy the sunset over the Gulf while enjoying a drink from the Tiki bar. Venice and Englewood beach only 30 min drive away, and if you like a boat tour you found that in Boca Harbor 45 min away. We had a question regarding the pool temp, and the hostess responded right away and helped us out. We can whole hearted recommend this rental Home.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth C., Palmetto, FL USA

8 September 2022

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

Wonderful property for our stay!!

This was the perfect property for us to have a long weekend with my daughter and grandson. My husband and I stayed a few extra days and absolutely love the fact that we could pull our boat right up to the seawall. Also loved having a pool to cool down in after a ride on the boat! Place is clean, well kept and up-to-date! Loved it! Definitely will go back again!

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brittany W.

16 August 2022

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

You want to book this home!

This is the second time we booked this home. The first was for a couples vacation & the second for family vacation. It’s spacious, comfortable & has everything you could possibly need. Pool toys, beach chairs, coolers, all kitchen wants/needs. We will continue to stay at this property when visiting Punta Gorda/Siesta Key. Go to Siesta for beaches, go to Englewood for sharks teeth (100x more than Venice) Merger’s for incredible lattes, the deck is perfect for fishing & morning Yoga. The renters are also responsive & incredibly kind!

Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly W.

10 August 2022

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

Girls trip

We stayed Thursday-Monday morning. The location is pretty good. Engelwood Beach is about 15mins away and it was totally worth the drive. I had 2 teenagers with me and they used the pool ALL the TIME! It was so nice to have! We would stay here again!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristi P.

28 July 2022

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

Amazing Vacation Home

We just finished a 6 night stay and we're so impressed with this house. It had enough room for our family of 5. The pool was amazing and our kids took advantage of it whenever we were not at the beach. The canal view was nice too. Saw some flying fish! The house had everything we needed. Just need to pack clothes, toothbrushes and personal items plus food! Location was great. Close to lots of restaurants and beaches were about 30-45 minute drive. I highly recommend Luigis as well as the Village Brewhouse in Punta Gorda. We would totally stay here again!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Catih W.

26 May 2022

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

This property

This property is A+. Beautiful Spacious home with a view of the pool and canal. The owners provide many extras like beach towels, kayaks, bikes, pool and beach toys, stocked kitchen. Quiet, safe and friendly neighborhood for walks. Close to many stores, restaurants and beaches. We hope to be back soon! Thank you!

Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deb N.

1 May 2022

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

Paradise

Fully equipped kitchen, comfortable beds and great pool!

Stayed 42 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Colleen R.

19 March 2022

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

Great for what we needed!

Great stay for what we needed. Enjoyed the heated salt water pool. Have pantry items were very handy. They really did think of everything you might need. I would have liked the a/c to not be locked. It made me unwelcome. Everything else was grate! Ps: very greatful they worked so hard to replace the fridge on very short time and did not cancel our reservation!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa N.

11 March 2022

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

Great place

We had a great time. The property was clean and the hosts were quick to respond. We would definitely stay again!

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

About the host

Hosted by John and Linda Kroll

We vacationed with 4 children for years and know how important it is to get a good value and be able to make experiences. We have incorporated many of the best experiences we had into this home and many of our guests return year after year. That’s satisfying to us and inspires us make every improvement add to our guests experiences.

Why they chose this property

The neighborhood is quiet and the traffic level is low. Our neighbors are super friendly and getting to dining and beaches is easy slipping out of the neighborhood on Edgewater to avoid the traffic on the main roads.

What makes this property unique

- The home is oversized, every room is pretty spacious.
- The heated (88 degrees) pool rivals the size of some of the area hotel pools.
- The renovations and improvements have been done right and with an eye towards quality, not just a coat of paint and Goodwill furnishings.
- After hundreds of bookings we have learned that issues will arise, we have learned how to solve the problems quickly and minimize any impacts on a guests stay.

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