The Barrancas Barnacle! A Private Canal-Front Island Oasis w/ Dock, Sleeps 10

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A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and a view of a swimming pool.
A swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas, under a covered area with a view of palm trees.
A living room with a sofa, a lamp, and a bookshelf.
A dining area with a wooden table set for six, surrounded by white chairs. A modern chandelier hangs above.
A spacious living room with a black leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a dining area with a kitchen in the background.

Reviews

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

Highlights

  • Dive into relaxation
    Unwind in the top-rated pool, your perfect spot for relaxation.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Private pool
  • Kitchenette
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Bokeelia, FL
  • Place, Goodwins Island
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Edison and Ford Winter Estates
    ‪50 min drive‬
  • Place, Lee Health Sports Complex
    ‪58 min drive‬
  • Airport, Punta Gorda Airport (PGD)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Guest Bunk Room

1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

Guest Suite

1 King Bed

Master Suite

1 King Bed

Office 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Sunroom

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Guest Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Guest Suite Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Laundry Toilet

Toilet

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Bokeelia

Located in Bokeelia, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Boca Grande Lighthouse Museum and Whidden's Marina are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Tropical Breeze Fun Park and Bowlero Coral. Mike Greenwell's Bat-A-Ball & Family Fun Park and Sun Splash Water Park are also worth visiting.
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Bokeelia, FL

What's nearby

  • Goodwins Island - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Edison Mall - 46 min drive - 49.1 km
  • Edison and Ford Winter Estates - 50 min drive - 50.5 km
  • Bell Tower Shops - 52 min drive - 52.8 km
  • Lee Health Sports Complex - 58 min drive - 59.6 km

Getting around

  • Punta Gorda Airport (PGD) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Lazy Flamingo Bokeelia - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Eagles Nest - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Tarpon Lodge Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Street Eatz And Ale - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does The Barrancas Barnacle! A Private Canal-Front Island Oasis w/ Dock, Sleeps 10 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is The Barrancas Barnacle! A Private Canal-Front Island Oasis w/ Dock, Sleeps 10 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Barrancas Barnacle! A Private Canal-Front Island Oasis w/ Dock, Sleeps 10?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Barrancas Barnacle! A Private Canal-Front Island Oasis w/ Dock, Sleeps 10?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Barrancas Barnacle! A Private Canal-Front Island Oasis w/ Dock, Sleeps 10?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Barrancas Barnacle! A Private Canal-Front Island Oasis w/ Dock, Sleeps 10 located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Goodwins Island and within 3 miles (5 km) of Randell Research Center and Calusa Heritage Trail. Koucky Gardens & Gallery and Little Smokehouse Key are also within 6 miles (10 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. 18 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 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
Everything was clean and perfect for a relaxing get away! Host was great and helpful with local information and the area was wonderful!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place! This home truly has everything you could possibly need or want for a relaxing getaway. The pool is perfect for the kids, and the fishing is great for the whole family. We especially loved that the home is all on one level, making it a wonderful option for anyone who has difficulty with stairs.The boat setup is superb! The dock is very easy to access, making getting in and out of the boat and docking a breeze. The yard is huge, with plenty of room to keep a boat trailer without it being in the way.The home itself is extremely well kept and super clean. The beds are very comfortable, and there are plenty of sleeping options for a larger group. Overall, it was such a peaceful, relaxing stay. We really enjoyed our time here and would absolutely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2026
Would love to host your group again anytime! Thank you for your review!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great property in a great location for boating!

Perfect property that was really well kept. Everything worked out great. I’d definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 May 2025
Thanks for your kind review. Would love to host you again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect family vacation house

Everything was well stocked and clean. Beautiful house and property perfect for a family. 10/10 will book again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 August 2024
Thank you Jennifer for the kind words. Looking forward to hosting your family again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was clean and well furnished with everything you needed for an extended stay. The boat lift was definitely a plus for those who bring their boat. Great location for anyone looking to fish the pine island and other island estuaries nearby. The pool was a great place to relax after a long day of fishing. Great communication with Glen. Easy to get a hold of and quick to respond. I would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fishing trip

House was very well appointed with great selection of kitchen utensils.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wouldn't change a thing! The 3 boat slips and parking for our trucks and trailers were a reason to stay here again next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 August 2025
Happy to host your group again anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great time in Bokeelia at Barrancas Barnacle

Barrancas Barnacle was perfect! The owners were fantastic and easy to work with. Plenty of boat dockage, beautifully landscaped, and the house was thoughtfully set up. The pool was a great bonus, and the kitchen had everything we needed. A true gem in Bokeelia—highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 June 2025
Thanks Kevin, enjoyed having you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect location and super clean

The property had everyone we wanted and needed. The house was very clean, located well, and had a pool and dock for a boat we were using. Ideal!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful property!

The home is beautiful and sits on a huge lot that is perfect for entertaining inside and outside! We were greeted by manatees at the dock and the best hosts we’ve ever dealt with! They truly care about their guests having the best vacation experience possible. We can’t wait to stay again next year!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 August 2024
Thank you Sara for booking our home for your vacation, looking forward to hosting you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was great. So well taken care of and so many great amenities. We had a blast with pool volleyball and had everything we needed for an awesome week in a home away from home. The property owners were great and very easy to work with as well and super helpful and responsive. This was a 10/10 for sure.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Outstanding! Spectacular property and location...we will be back!We've been coming to this area (Bokeelia) for over 25 years - as renters, then property owners and now back to renters. This is an exceptional property inside and out - very clean and well appointed. Owners very responsive for questions - great location if you are bringing a boat and want a quiet place for a home base. Everything was perfect at this home - we will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great family place!

We like staying at a beautiful place that is somewhat distant from neighbors and private. This was the perfect place for us! We don’t want to hush the grandchildren while laughing and playing pool. Whether entertaining adult relatives fishing or grandchildren playing in the pool or boating to the beaches this place was great for that. The owners are very gracious hosts that made sure we felt at home during our stay. This house was everything that we expected and more. It is definitely our #1 VRBO place.
Stayed 42 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 May 2025
Thank you very much for your review. We would love to host your family again in the future, we appreciate that you took such good care of the place during your extended stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fun in sun

House was perfectly put together and everything was top notch. The yard is absolutely huge and amazing. Parking for anything you wanted to bring. Super boater friendly, very quiet, nice place to chill, and or do whatever you want to.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Stay!

The Barrancas Barnacle was perfect. We went to Bokeelia for a family boating staycation. The property easily accommodated our family of 5 plus 2 additional adults in the 2nd master suite. Location for boating is great; the boat ramp is down the street and there was plenty of room to park truck and trailer. It was a short boat ride to Cayo Costa State Park and local waterfront restaurants including Cabbage Key. The house is fully stocked with everything you need. Beautiful property, super clean and very comfortable. Will definitely visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 August 2024
It was a pleasure hosting your family for your staycation! Thank you for the review, we really appreciate it.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

beautiful getaway

We really loved our stay at the Barrancas Barnacle. It easily fit our family of 6 plus children and there was not one thing we could think of that the host left out. The home was meticulous and spacious with plenty of room for all of our vehicles. The living room was such a comfortable hang out place for our large family and the furniture was all so comfortable. We would definitely stay here again! We ended up leaving a significant amount of cash behind and the owners were so sweet to retrieve it for us and send us a check. We look forward to our next trip to Bokeelia!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great property & best hosts ever!

We had a great week at The Barnacle in late March 2024 with our 4 adult kids. Megan and Glen are probably the best hosts we've had using VRBO over the past 10 years. They truly want their guests to have an awesome stay at their lovely home and go out of their way to make that happen. The house must be newly remodeled as all the furnishings and appliances are brand new and of great quality. The entire house is well-appointed and every room has everything you need to enjoy your stay from the bedrooms to the laundry, even the pool area has special little touches. The property is very large and private and in a fantastic location - right on the canal for boats and launching the kayaks and SUPs which we used every day to explore the back bays of Jug Creek. Two marinas are within walking distance from the house and afford very easy boat rentals and charter fishing. The Bokeelia area is laid back but has ample restaurants and quiet streets for walking/biking. We look forward to coming back! Can't say enough good things about Megan and Glen and their fantastic property!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 August 2024
Thank you so much John for your review. We look forward to hosting your family again at a later date!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay! Everything was very clean & the home came with everything we needed! Definitely recommend for families & kids!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 September 2026
Thank you for your review! Can't wait to host your group again down the road. Your party took amazing care of our property, we truly appreciate it.
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