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Welcome to DOCKTAILS - direct Bayfront - tropical private island - PRIVATE DOCK
Waterfront holiday home with kitchen and patio
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8
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Placida, FL
- Place, Little Gasparilla Island Beach5 min walk
- Place, Gasparilla Marina29 min drive
- Place, Boca Grande Beach39 min drive
- Airport, Punta Gorda Airport (PGD)74 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 3
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
About this property
Welcome to DOCKTAILS - direct Bayfront - tropical private island - PRIVATE DOCK
Isn't it time for Docktails?
You bet it is! Sip something refreshing while soaking in calm bay views from this charming waterfront cottage on Little Gasparilla Island.
This 3-bedroom, 3-bath retreat includes a screened porch overlooking the bay, an outdoor shower, and a private dock for boats up to 24 ft. The main home offers an open living area, dining space, and kitchen with two bedrooms-one king and two twins-while a detached bungalow provides two additional queen beds.
Enjoy peaceful island walks, watch dolphins and manatees, or head out on the water-this home comes stocked with 5 kayaks, 2 paddle boards, 1 canoe, and a surfboard for your enjoyment. You'll also find 8 beach chairs, 2 beach wagons, a luggage cart, and 16 beach towels to make your beach days effortless. After a sun-soaked adventure, rinse off in the outdoor shower and relax on the screened porch as you take in the tranquil bay views.
Little Gasparilla is a private, bridgeless island-accessed only by boat or water taxi-with no cars or commercial stores, just sandy paths and endless beach.
Amenities: A/C, Wi-Fi, Dish TV, washer/dryer, propane grill, dishwasher, microwave, coffeemaker, blender, linens, beach chairs, wagons, beach towels, outdoor shower, and life jackets.
Pets with owner approval $150 non-refundable pet fee per pet (breed/size limits apply)
$500 refundable security deposit
12% tax, cleaning, and reservation fees apply
3% credit card fee (waived for check payments)
5-night minimum; shorter stays at higher nightly rate
No smoking
Escape the mainland and unwind where sunsets, shelling, and serenity await.
Stay a week or a lifetime-Docktails makes every day feel like island time.
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!
You bet it is! Sip something refreshing while soaking in calm bay views from this charming waterfront cottage on Little Gasparilla Island.
This 3-bedroom, 3-bath retreat includes a screened porch overlooking the bay, an outdoor shower, and a private dock for boats up to 24 ft. The main home offers an open living area, dining space, and kitchen with two bedrooms-one king and two twins-while a detached bungalow provides two additional queen beds.
Enjoy peaceful island walks, watch dolphins and manatees, or head out on the water-this home comes stocked with 5 kayaks, 2 paddle boards, 1 canoe, and a surfboard for your enjoyment. You'll also find 8 beach chairs, 2 beach wagons, a luggage cart, and 16 beach towels to make your beach days effortless. After a sun-soaked adventure, rinse off in the outdoor shower and relax on the screened porch as you take in the tranquil bay views.
Little Gasparilla is a private, bridgeless island-accessed only by boat or water taxi-with no cars or commercial stores, just sandy paths and endless beach.
Amenities: A/C, Wi-Fi, Dish TV, washer/dryer, propane grill, dishwasher, microwave, coffeemaker, blender, linens, beach chairs, wagons, beach towels, outdoor shower, and life jackets.
Pets with owner approval $150 non-refundable pet fee per pet (breed/size limits apply)
$500 refundable security deposit
12% tax, cleaning, and reservation fees apply
3% credit card fee (waived for check payments)
5-night minimum; shorter stays at higher nightly rate
No smoking
Escape the mainland and unwind where sunsets, shelling, and serenity await.
Stay a week or a lifetime-Docktails makes every day feel like island time.
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!
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Amenities
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Dryer
Pet-friendly
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
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Pets considered by some owners
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 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
We should mention
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Placida
Located in Placida, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Whidden's Marina and Boca Grande Lighthouse Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Gasparilla Marina and Uncle Henrys Marina. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, power boating and fishing adventures can be found near the property.

Placida, FL
What's nearby
- Little Gasparilla Island Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
- Don Pedro Island State Park - 1 min drive - 0.0 km
- Gasparilla Marina - 29 min drive - 6.3 km
- Don Pedro Island Beach - 34 min drive - 10.4 km
- Boca Grande Beach - 39 min drive - 17.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Steamers Oyster Bar - 39 min drive
- The Lighthouse Grill - 40 min drive
- Manatee Beans & Brews - 38 min drive
- New Faull Inn - 24 min drive
- Smokin Jerry’s - 30 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by David
What makes this property unique
Guest house, private dock
Languages:
English
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