Waterfront Sleeps 8 on the bay Beach-to-Bay private land; Dock-Wildlife-Secluded | House in Placida

10.0 (19 Reviews) |   4 Bedrooms  3 Bathrooms  8 Guests
Placida House | Waterfront Sleeps 8 on the bay Beach-to-Bay private land; Dock-Wildlife-Secluded

4 Bedroom House in Placida

Part of a 5-acre estate fronting both bay and beach on Little Gasparilla Island, which consists of three houses plus auxiliary buildings. Island access is by boat only (water taxi available). Waterfront on 3 sides. Private and serene natural setting --- surrounded by state-designated "exceptional waters" and nature preserve. Pristine white sand beach. Unique. An "Old Florida" gem.
Updated twice over the years the "Big House" comfortably accommodates up to 8 guests in the two King bedroom suites with full bathrooms, a Queen suite in the cupola with a full bathroom, and a bunk room with three single bunks, two of which are accessed by ladders.
Little Gasparilla Island is NOT a normal tourist destination---no traffic, no high-rise condos, no crowds, no putt-putt golf, no T-shirt shops, no bars, restaurants, or coffee shops. But it's perfect for folks who want a real vacation---ready to explore beaches and backwaters, angle for fish or photos, collect shells and shark teeth, enjoy family or friends, or just relax in the sun and sand. While not far from Orlando and Miami, Little Gasparilla Island is truly "off the beaten path", a world away from tourist beaches.
Managed by the owners, the Gasparilla Getaways property offers the best of this "world away". Whether you are honeymooning, vacationing with family, or retreating for business, our 3-house property offers a setup that will make it special. Or just rent one home and enjoy privacy. We occupy just nearly five acres stretching beach to bay at the north end of the island, surrounded on three sides by natural park and aquatic preserve, and interlaced with mangrove lagoons. Our "Beach Cottage", "Boat House", and "Big Bay House" are three distinct properties that can be rented individually or as a unit. They each maintain their privacy, but larger groups who would like to rent multiple properties can enjoy proximity and shared amenities. These shared amenities include a full outdoor kitchen and dining area (the "Bistro"), an outdoor coffee and smoothie bar (with complimentary coffee, cream & sugar), three fire pits, yard games, kayaks, beach gear and much more.
At GasparillaGetaways, we offer comfort, beautiful-but-casual accommodations, and uncommon privacy on an island that is only accessible by boat. There are no cars (no traffic and no parking lots) and no commercial activity----just miles of raw natural beauty.
The property fronts on Lemon Bay Aquatic Preserve and the SWFL Blueway Kayak Trail, and borders the Don Pedro state Nature Preserve and Gulf of Mexico.
The wrap-around porch of the Big Bay House offers conversation and dining with a beautiful view of the bay and is fully equipped to accommodate up to eight people with the same high 5-star-review standard of comfort and quality as our other two smaller rental properties, VRBO numbers 400780 (Beach Cottage) & 624895 (Boat House).
BAY HOUSE ARRANGEMENTS:
- Main level master bedroom with king bed and en suite full bathroom (a second bathroom door allows access from the hallway)
- Bunk room with three single beds - Fully equipped kitchen with stainless steel appliances and granite counter tops
- Large dining table and open floor plan
- Living area with wood burning stove
- Additional living area with large television for movie watching (or streaming through our Starlink)
- Additional half bath on main level
- Wrap around screened porch on main level with multiple seating areas and a large dining table with wraparound upper deck, french doors, - queen loft bedroom accessible by stairs (not a ladder) and sitting area with private full bathroom
- lower level King bedroom with private full bathroom - Washer and dryer
- Custom tile and original artwork throughout
PROVISIONS:
Kayaks
Linens, bath towels, and beach towels
Beach chairs and umbrellas
Propane for the grill
Wood for the fire pit
Pots, pans, dishes, utensils
Slow cooker
Kitchenaide mixer
Smoothie maker/ Blender
Coffee maker, milk warmer/frother
Salt and Pepper and other assorted spices
Hair dryer, Q tips and cosmetic pads
Starter rolls of paper towels and toilet tissue
Dish washing soap
laundry detergent and fabric softener sheets
Ironing board
Garbage bags
Rice cooker
Crock pot
Toaster oven/Air fryer
Kitchen Aid Mixer
Smoothie Maker
-Check in is 3:30 pm or after
- Check out is by 10:00 am
No pets
No smoking
Up to eight occupants
Guests agree to hold owner harmless for any injuries or illnesses incurred while using our home, boardwalks, kayaks, grill, or other property.
Guests agree to remove all food items and all garbage from the property upon departure (can be disposed of at the marina for $3 per large bag.)

Waterfront Sleeps 8 on the bay Beach-to-Bay private land; Dock-Wildlife-Secluded is located in Placida. Waterfront Sleeps 8 on the bay Beach-to-Bay private land; Dock-Wildlife-Secluded provides accommodation, featuring Bedding/Linens, Oceanfront, Ocean View, among other amenities. This House features Bedding/Linens, Oceanfront, Ocean View, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Waterfront Sleeps 8 on the bay Beach-to-Bay private land; Dock-Wildlife-Secluded has 4 Bedrooms , 3 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 8 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Placida has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Placida, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm contactless check-in available minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome. note from host: stairs/bunks require close supervision
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

Reviews

Wanda H.
Apr 7, 2025 12:07:36 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Our rental had everything we could wish for. The house is right next to the bay, overlooking the mangroves, all the beautiful birds, and wildlife too! The gulf was only a few minutes walk.Everyone in our group enjoyed the house. We slept in the upstairs room which has its own deck. From there we could watch the sunrise over the bay, and the sunset on the gulf.. It was peaceful and absolutely Beautiful!Pack your favorite foods, drinks and snacks. We found everything else that we needed in the well-stocked kitchen.We highly recommend this location for anyone wanting to get away from it all.
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