Enchanted Private Island Oasis Steps To Beach, Tropical Yard & Charm Filled Home

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A swimming pool surrounded by lush greenery and a decorative stone urn.
A sandy beach with tall grasses in the foreground and a clear blue sky.
A white picket fence with a mermaid sculpture and a sign that reads 'Paradise Cottage.'
A tropical setting with a gravel driveway, palm trees, and a yellow building with a red-tiled roof.
A swimming pool with a metal ladder, surrounded by lush greenery and a red umbrella.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Outdoor pool
    The outdoor pool is a refreshing retreat under the open sky - a rare gem in this area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Don Pedro Island Beach

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Private pool
  • Dog-friendly
  • Toys
  • Gas barbecue
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Placida, FL
  • Place, Don Pedro Island Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Don Pedro Island State Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Stump Pass Beach State Park
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Placida

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Palm Island, a neighbourhood in Placida. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Englewood Beach and Manasota Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at CoolToday Park or Charlotte Sports Park. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and cycling.
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Placida, FL

What's nearby

  • Don Pedro Island Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Don Pedro Island State Park - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Lemon Bay - 5 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Stump Pass Beach State Park - 7 min drive - 4.8 km

Getting around

  • Punta Gorda Airport (PGD) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • Starbucks
  • Burger King
  • Steamers Oyster Bar
  • Sand Bar
  • Circle K

Frequently asked questions

Does Enchanted Private Island Oasis Steps To Beach, Tropical Yard & Charm Filled Home have a pool?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Enchanted Private Island Oasis Steps To Beach, Tropical Yard & Charm Filled Home?

As of 28 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Enchanted Private Island Oasis Steps To Beach, Tropical Yard & Charm Filled Home on 25 April 2027 start from NZ$5,066, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Enchanted Private Island Oasis Steps To Beach, Tropical Yard & Charm Filled Home pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much is parking at Enchanted Private Island Oasis Steps To Beach, Tropical Yard & Charm Filled Home?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Enchanted Private Island Oasis Steps To Beach, Tropical Yard & Charm Filled Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Enchanted Private Island Oasis Steps To Beach, Tropical Yard & Charm Filled Home?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Enchanted Private Island Oasis Steps To Beach, Tropical Yard & Charm Filled Home located?

Located in Palm Island, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Don Pedro Island Beach and Lemon Bay. Gulf Intracoastal Waterway and Don Pedro Island State Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 62 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 62 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 62 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 62 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 62 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home is fabulous. We loved the pool, dock, kayaking, and everything else. One of the nicest vacations we have ever had. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was very beautiful and clean. Really enjoyed the pool, beach, & fishing from the dock. My boys loved the kayaks too!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great trip in this beautiful Home for the second time. Carrie and Jay go above and beyond to make sure you are comfortable and happy, We much appreciated the loan of a dog crate we forgot. We had an issue with our golf cart and Carrie made sure we had a replacement even though it was over July 4th, The outdoor area with the pool and garden was a tropical paradise. I highly recommend their place for a peaceful, tranquil and tropical stay. Thank you so much to Carrie and Jay for taking such good care of us. Hope to be back again!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house exceeded all of our expectations each room artfully decorated gardens are just beautiful perfect setting with the pool and nearby dock provided easy access for kayakingAnd wildlife viewingIt couldn’t have been betterGreat host
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The hosts were very welcoming, gave us delicious food gift items, and the house was quaint, charming and very clean.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is so beautifully landscaped and so many thoughtful details included inside to make our stay enjoyable and unforgettable. The island is secluded and quiet and we loved exploring the island on bikes and kayaks provided. We never even used our car the entire time we were there!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This vacation rental is one of the best! My family and I have been there four times because we love it so much. Private pool, dock area for fishing, and just a short walk to the beach. The kitchen is always fully stocked with everything you need to cook for a family. The hosts are amazing and make us feel so welcome and comfortable. They are available for you to text or call 24 hours a day and they’re very kind. You can tell they love their place because they take such good care of it.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is even more amazing than the pictures can ever show!! The attention to details for guests is absolutely incredible. You truly feel that you are in a tropical oasis. The island is not crowded and I was literally the only person on the beach some days!! We will definitely be coming back.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property! Loved the pool, fenced yard, garden, decor, bathrooms. All was the best. Looking forward to returning.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Short walk to beach, nice clean heated pool

Was one of the easiest rentals I have ever rented, couldn’t have been any better
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 June 2022
Hi Sandra, “Couldn’t have been any better”, well you just made our day! We are always striving to make our guest’s experience at Paradise Cottage exactly that! Thank you for your kind review; we hope to have earned the privilege of hosting your family again. Enjoy your summer! Warm island regards, Carrie & Jay
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stay at a lot of VRBO rentals and I must compliment Jay and Carrie for being the sweetest and most accommodating hosts we have encountered. Everything was better in person than advertised. Very helpful and responsive in helping us with recommendations for this unique island location such as trusted local transportation providers, golf cart rentals, etc. Thanks for a great exposure to the magic and uniqueness of Palm Island.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Paradise Cottage

Paradise cottage is a wonderful place to enjoy Don Pedro Island. The owners are always available and helpful when needed. The place is beautiful and relaxing.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful home!!!

Wonderful place to relax and enjoy life. The home made even the rainy days comfortable. Hope to stay again.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 10 August 2021
Thank you , Merry, in more ways than one: for sharing your experience with others, taking care of our home as if it was your own and all of the thoughtful goodies you left behind for others to enjoy! Your kindness is overwhelming! Your visit was during the height of rainy season and we are so grateful you enjoyed our home's cozy embrace during tropical showers. It brought us great joy to hear you had manatee visitors at our dock (a late summer island bonus as they retreat to warmer waters during the winter months). Seeing those gentle giants up close and personal is truly an memorable experience that never ceases to amaze! We truly hope we've earned the honor and privilege to host your family again soon. We would love for Paradise Cottage to be your family's island home away from home for many years to come! With heartfelt gratitude, Jay & Carrie
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect vacation

Clean, comfortable cottage + beautiful uncrowned beach + Old Florida vibe island + awesome hosts = PERFECT VACATION! Thanks Carrie and Jay! We hope to return!
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 March 2024
Thank you so much for thoughtful & kind review, Susan! It was such a great pleasure hosting you and Chris for your 2 week, Palm Island stay. We are so happy you were pleased with our home and island experience! Thank you for treating our home as it were yours and the thoughtful, proactive communication throughout your stay. We hope we have earned the privilege of hosting you again in the future. Warm regards, Carrie & Jay
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Paradise Indeed

Such a cute home with all the amenities! Pool & short ride to beach! Such a relaxing Vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 August 2022
Thank you Val for taking the time to leave us a review. We are thrilled you enjoyed your stay! We hope we have earned the privilege of hosting your family again soon! Warm island regards, Carrie & Jay
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family has been traveling to Palm Island since 2007. This house was amazing — it has a unique level of coziness and an island vibe that's hard to find in the more modern homes on the island. If you have the chance to go with your close family, it will be a magical experience. The hosts, Jay and Carrie, are very responsive and make sure you feel truly welcome in their home.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Summer

Great property. Very cozy and comfortable with a wonderful pool area. The host was extremely responsive to anything we ask. We would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Island getaway

Great cottage on a secluded florida island. It was everything we expected it to be! lots of sun , shells and deserted beaches. owners were fabulose and very accommodating. Would definately rent again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 21 July 2021
Thank you, Gary! It was our honor and pleasure to host your family! Special thanks to your unsolicited assistance after the storm. We truly hope we have earned the privilege of hosting you and family during your next Palm Island stay! Thanks again, Gary. Warm island regards, Carrie & Jay
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
“Paradise Cottage” and its host, Jay and Carrie, are wonderful. It’s not hard to find the value of staying in a one story house on a remote island where every other house is elevated several feet and your pet has a “nature call” at midnight. The house was very clean and ready to go when we arrived “on island”. There was even a welcome basket filled with essential goodies (chips, salsa, crackers and cheese, sweet bites) that were very appreciated after the drive and ferry ride to Palm Island, starting off and setting the tone for a relaxing time, with an inviting pool and out back dock to enjoy the evening sunset.There are multiple beach access points nearby, a short walk or golf cart ride away. The beach was delightful, soft sand, turtle nests and plenty of shells to admire. Missing, people! Walks along the beach and surf were peaceful and the area was filled with a soundtrack of mild waves breaking close to the shore.Jay and Carrie were available when needed, very helpful and responsive. The house included all items needed for our stay, when the groceries we purchased for our stay ran out, a quick trip “off island” to Publix a mile or so away offered a solution. Also located “on island”, the Palm Island Resort’s two restaurants included multiple meal and snack options, recommend the toasted coconut milk shake from “Coconuts”.Paradise Cottage is a great place unplug and reset. Very comfortable, convenient to all the island has to offer. 5 stars!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Birthday Getaway

The house was wonderful and so well supplied! We had a wonderful time just floating in the pool and finding a quiet space to read. And Carrie and Jay were so responsive and thoughtful!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 26 October 2021
Hi Tammy! Thank you for your thoughtful review! It was a pleasure hosting you and your friends and particularly rewarding knowing it was our island home you chose to celebrate a birthday! We truly hope we have earned the privilege of hosting your next Palm Island getaway! Warm island regards, Carrie & Jay
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Property

I visited with my children and two grandchildren. The property was as listed and the home was well stocked with everything we needed for a fun and comfortable stay. The hosts were very accommodating and added many extra personal touches! We enjoyed our stay and plan to stay again. Would highly recommend this property if you plan to visit Palm Island!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 September 2021
Thank you Lisa & Keith for your kind review! It is so gratifying to hear you were pleased with our home and enjoyed the little extras. Our welcome basket is always full of goodies we personally would enjoy after a long day of travel or quick and easy snacks after a fun filled day at the beach! Thank you for caring for our home as if it was your own! We hope we have earned the privilege of hosting you again and please return soon! With gratitude, Carrie & Jay
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect getaway

Great old Florida house; Easy access to beach; dock in back for fishing; pool ——-no commercialism on small island - very special location and place; hosts goes out of their way to provide you with all your needs. And shells and shark tee galore. We had a great time!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May 2022
Thanks so much, Howard. The pleasure was all ours. What a great privilege hosting you, Katherine and friends. There is nothing more gratifying than sharing our island home with someone who appreciates it as much as you. We hope we have earned the privilege of a return stay. Warm island regards, Carrie & Jay
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome time at Paradise Cottage

Jay and Carrie are fantastic hosts! The cottage had everything we needed for a much needed weeklong vacation on the island with our family. The cottage has a great location, deep dock, total privacy in the backyard by the pool and in general is a beautiful tucked in oasis. We will definitely be staying with them again. Thank you Jay and Carrie!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 June 2024
Thank you for your kind review, Kimberly. We are thrilled you enjoyed your stay at Paradise Cottage! Additionally, thanks for communication throughout your stay and treating our home as if it were your own. Hopefully, Paradise Cottage will become a family tradition when staying on Palm Island. It would be our great privilege to host you again. Have a lovely, safe summer. Warm island regards, Carrie & Jay
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A heavenly place!

Paradise Cottage is so very charming and has everything one needs for a stay on the island. We loved fishing off the dock, even spotting a dolphin! We loved kayaking and riding bikes around the island. Carrie and Jay were always available to answer a question or offer a suggestion. Their hospitality was second to none! Can't wait to return for another slice of heaven!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2024
Thank you, Bonnie for choosing to stay at our home and for your wonderful review. It was an absolute pleasure hosting you and your husband! We are thrilled you enjoyed your island stay and Paradise Cottage. Thank you for caring for it as if it were your home. We hope to earn the privilege of a return visit! Happy Easter and have a lovely summer. Warm island regards, Carrie & Jay
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Enjoyment

This place was amazing. The only frustrating part was no pantry room. We were there for 7 days and had to store dry goods in bedroom near dining area. Otherwise perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 July 2022
Thank you for your feedback, Destina. We are so happy your overall stay at Paradise Cottage was amazing. However, we always strive to be better. It’s unfortunate you did not return our messages left prior to arrival and during your stay. We could have resolved the issue of the missing pantry space on the first day. The double wide cabinet under the coffee maker is always kept open for guest’s dry goods. There was a mixing bowl there and a few unopened dry goods after your departure, but otherwise, it was empty. Additionally, the three foot, double-shelf tiered basket on the kitchen peninsula is often used for breads and fruits. We try to leave some space in remaining cabinets for guest’s dry goods. However, most guests touch base ahead of their stay and are thrilled to find the other pantry areas well stocked. They appreciate not having to buy cooking oils, flour, sugar, spices, coffee supplies, tea, paper towel, detergents and other items that take up a lot of space in the car. Additionally, we would have been happy to remove items you were not using to make way for the additional space you needed; had we known. We did reach out multiple times to see how you were doing, but you did not respond. Thanks again for staying at our home and leaving a review. We hope you have a safe and enjoyable remainder of the summer.
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