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Waterfront Steps to Beach, Huge Deck, 1 pet, Kayaks, SUP, Dock sleeps 8

open concept living room to enjoy family time

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Amenities
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Location
Host

Exceptional

3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

Beach view
Parking available
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Dryer
Washer

Explore the area

Placida, FL

Don Pedro Island Beach
‪2 min walk‬
Don Pedro Island State Park
‪8 min walk‬
Boca Grande Beach
‪21 min drive‬
Punta Gorda Airport (PGD)
‪56 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Guest 3

2 Single Beds

Guest bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master

1 King Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

2nd bathroom guest

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Master bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Dining area

About this property

Waterfront Steps to Beach, Huge Deck, 1 pet, Kayaks, SUP, Dock sleeps 8

• Changes In Attitudes highlights:
• Access by Car Ferry, Palm Island Transit or boat only. www.palmislandtransit.com for hours, rates and information. Ask me how to save $ on the ferry, based on your vacation plans I can recommend the best option for you.
• Tile or wood floors throughout (NO CARPET ANYWHERE to harbor allergens, sand, smells, spills and humidity)
•Lagoon front with the Gulf of Mexico across the street.
• Pet friendly $150.00 pet fee one pet limit, with a signed pet agreement.
• Gorgeous fully equipped gourmet Cook's kitchen, including granite counter tops
• Sleeps 8 comfortably (a great family home!)
• Expansive decks, including your very own Tiki bar, outside shower

• Spacious open floor plan with sliding doors that open up to a very large screened in lanai area

• Fully equipped and ready for your island vacation to begin

• Private dock on Bocilla Lagoon which can accommodate up to a 23ft boat. Ask me about bridge clearance to bring you boat. You can fish right from the private dock too.
• Lazy, breezy hammocks for total relaxation in the private area under house to relax and enjoy the lagoon view.
• Palm Island is a unique hidden gem located just North of Boca Grande. It offers all the modern conveniences, but allows a true escape from the hustle and bustle of mainland living.
• NO traffic, no traffic lights, no high rises, no crowds, just mother nature at her finest.

Because our home is located in a unique destination island we have a strict cancellation policy. We strongly advise you obtain traveler's insurance.

Property manager

Diane Reed, owner

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Languages

English

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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

Any age

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

One pet limit 50 lbs or less

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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

This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products

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

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Placida

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Palm Island, a neighbourhood in Placida. Oyster Creek Golf Club and Boca Grande Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Englewood Beach and Don Pedro Island State Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Placida, FL

What's nearby

Don Pedro Island Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Don Pedro Island State Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Stump Pass Beach State Park - 11 min drive - 5.8 km
Englewood Beach - 20 min drive - 17.3 km
Boca Grande Beach - 21 min drive - 18.1 km

Getting around

Punta Gorda Airport (PGD) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

Burger King
‪Lickity Split Cafe - ‬9 min drive
Stump Pass Grille
‪Koo's Kitchen - ‬9 min drive
End Zone

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront Steps to Beach, Huge Deck, 1 pet, Kayaks, SUP, Dock sleeps 8 pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Steps to Beach, Huge Deck, 1 pet, Kayaks, SUP, Dock sleeps 8?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Steps to Beach, Huge Deck, 1 pet, Kayaks, SUP, Dock sleeps 8?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront Steps to Beach, Huge Deck, 1 pet, Kayaks, SUP, Dock sleeps 8 located?

Located in Palm Island, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Don Pedro Island Beach and Don Pedro Island State Park. Lemon Bay and Little Gasparilla Island Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Todd S.

15 May 2025

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

Great home , stay and location

Only accessible by ferry and almost like having your own private island. Everything was excellent

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

22 February 2025

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

Winter Escape

What a great place to stay. The house has everything you need to enjoy your beach vacation. Conveniently located, within walking distance of private beach.

Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah F.

18 December 2024

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

Lovely vacation

House is well designed & beautiful. Lots of "toys:" paddleboards, kayaks, life vests. Huge deck under house that includes 2 hammocks, a porch swing, table and chairs that seats 6, 4 chaise lounges, plenty of beach chairs & 2 umbrellas, private outdoor shower, & faucets to hose off feet & shells. Loved it!

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shawn W.

21 August 2024

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

Shawn

My family and I were very happy with our stay. We would definitely go back again.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tania G.

5 September 2024

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

Gorgeous place

Labor Day weekend with family and friends was well worth. The house and location was very convenient and really enjoyed the beach and surrounding area The house was nice and cleaned and has alll the features. Ms Diane was very friendly and quick to answer questions. Would love to stay again.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

14 April 2023

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

Loved our stay!

Had a great time at this awesome property. Already booked for next year.

Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda P.

21 July 2024

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

Wonderful house and location!!

Our vacation was wonderful. We stayed for a full week and everything went without any issues. We did see a pretty good size bee hive and notified the owner. She had someone out the following day! The house was clean, comfortable, and had everything we needed. Looking forward to our next visit already!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jen B.

30 July 2024

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

Beautiful Palm Island

Absolutely beautiful stay, You are on Island time for sure, great place to unwind from the hustle and bustle of life. Beach is across the street, you have many public access entrances, some are lined with sea shells. Sunsets are breathtaking. Bring bug spray for summer. :). Fisherman’s dream!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren S.

15 December 2023

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

Palm Island

Spectacular location. Tons of amenities. Very pretty, modern property. Weather was perfect!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ines M.

17 March 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Nice spacious House on Island (only by ferry)

Very nice, spacious house with great facilities. The beach is only 1 minute away and is perfect for long walks. Only if you want to go on excursions you have to remember that you can only get off the island by ferry (2 minutes = $55).

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Maureen C.

8 April 2024

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

A wonderful and relaxing stay!

Changes In Attitude was the perfect place for our family to gather over. The wrap around screened porch was so beautiful and where we spent most of our time. Our days were spent going between the beach and the lagoon where we used the paddle boards and kayaks. Palm Island is truly a great escape. The hosts were so attentive and thoughtful. We would love to come back!

Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angie C.

19 June 2023

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

Family vacation

Absolute PERFECTION!!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

shannon c., Fort Myers, FL

25 May 2023

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

Palm Island Beauty

This is a beautiful home on Palm Island. It is a wonderful set up for a family vacation. The location of home is right across from the beach. It was a bonus that you can rent a golf cart from the owner.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gregory P.

10 May 2024

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

week long get away

This property is perfect if you are looking to get away from the rat race and just relax in a beautiful location. Dock access to the channels to fish, swim, or paddle board you don't have to venture but feet from the beautiful relaxation on the deck which is located under the property as it is on stilts. The deck area has a bar, hot tub, hammocks, corn hole boards and bags. If you want to go to the beach it is a short wash across the road to swim, fish, hunt for shells, or watch the sunset.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

sonya t.

3 July 2023

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

Serenity

The house is perfect. Stocked with everything and more. Great access to a beautiful, private beach. Would definitely stay here again. Diane was available for any questions.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Briann N.

11 July 2022

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

Wonderful!

We had a great stay at Changes in Attitude. Diane is easy to get a hold of when needed and is always only a phone call away. The island is wonderful and location to beach is great. Can't wait to return and visit!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy E., Tell City, IN

17 October 2023

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

Family Time!

Four generations enjoyed a week full of fun at the beach, in the house, and on the property! The house had everything we needed and was exactly as described. Diane’s communication was excellent. We love getting away from the hustle and bustle of the crowds and this property was a great fit!

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff S., Sarasota, FL

15 August 2023

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

Excellent stay - very nice!

We enjoyed the home. It was very relaxing, spacious, and comfortable. We enjoyed the extras like paddle board, hot tub, and tiki bar! It is short walk across the street to the beach. We rented the golf cart which added to enjoyment and seeing the island. Communication from owner was very detailed and clear. Diane was very responsive. We enjoyed the stay and would definitely recommend.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcia C.

23 June 2023

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

FUN PLACE

The week was super windy and the surf was rough. We were so thankful to have all the activities that this home provided! The host really has thought of everything and is very communicative throughout the entire process. Loved it and will definitely go again!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

6 August 2023

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

Wonderful beach vacation

Changes in Attitudes is a lovely, clean home located on Don Pedro Island. This location is great because it is steps away from the beach, and since located on the intracoastal waterway, allowed us to paddle board, kayak, and swim in the backyard. Best of both worlds. We will be back!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

angela m.

26 July 2019

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

2019 vacation

the only thing we had a problem with were the mosquitos

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Janelle S.

25 July 2023

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

Summer Paradise

CIA was amazing! Exactly as described. Diane, the property manager, was attentive and easily accessible. The beach was a short walk from the home, and it was quiet and peaceful. We loved seeing the turtles and rabbits in our backyard. Highly recommend!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

30 July 2023

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

Summer Vacation

Loved Changes in Attitudes! Our first time to the island. My 3 teenagers had so much fun and could basically come and go easily. Very close to the beach and easy access. Enjoyed sitting on the screened in deck every evening. Diane is great and super attentive—any questions or concerns, she’s right on it. She was very easy to work with. I would definitely stay here again and highly recommend!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dustin D.

19 April 2023

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

Fantastic

Our family of 6 had a wonderful stay in this spotless and beautifully maintained house- described perfectly in the listing! The photos cannot capture the loving care taken of this property. Owners were very well organized, gave us information in advance that answered all of our questions and couldn't have been nicer to deal with. The well stocked kitchen made our dinners "at home" so easy, and the decks are perfect for taking in the sunset and stars. Beach access was very quick and easy.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy J.

16 May 2021

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

Weekend getaway

We had such a great time at Diane’s house in Palm Island! Changes in Attitudes is everything that it promises to be ..we just ran out of days to enjoy all of the possibilities from kayaking to paddle boarding to hopping in and out of the hot tub to biking to leisurely walks at the beach in the evening and early morning. Our pups loved it too! We can’t wait to return. If you are looking for peace and solitude.. this is the place. We enjoyed preparing great food in the ample kitchen as well as dining al fresco on the screened in porch. Everyone had a great time.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

About the host

Hosted by Diane Reed, owner

We live in New Jersey and have been traveling to the Gulf Coast beaches for our recreation and vacations for over 22 years. The boating is fantastic and our time with our family has created a bunch of fond memories for us. Most Florida beaches are overbuilt and congested – it's hard to find a beach with so few people and so underdeveloped. Quite refreshing to say the least. We chose Don Pedro Island (Palm Island) for the natural beauty and 'Old Florida' feel. This chain of islands just may be the last true Florida beach you can walk down (7 miles long) and hardly see another person. We also liked that there are no beach bars and no high-rise buildings. It is the best of Old Florida, natural, unspoiled and a genuine paradise.

Why they chose this property

We decided to purchase a home here for the unspoiled beauty of the island and the area in general. Englewood is a low-key Old Florida 'beach town' that reminds you of how Florida looked many years ago, without the huge high-rise condominiums and massive hotels clogging the beach and blocking your views. There are plenty of local 'home-grown' shops and restaurants and the fishing is some of the best in world. The beaches are fantastic and the boating is world-class. If you are looking for a great family area that is close to everything, but far away from the congestion, traffic and noise, you'd be hard pressed to find a better place. The only way to get on and off the island is by a 3 minute car ferry ride. Having no bridge to the island allows for a semi-private atmosphere and keeps beach going traffic to an absolute minimum. The island is all residential other than the resort area at the north end of Palm Island which offers a restaurant, deli and ice cream shop and small convenience store. Most all of the island traffic is by golf cart.

What makes this property unique

Staying on the island is not for everyone. If you like lots of places to shop, tourist attractions, beach bars and chain restaurants, this isn't the place for you. On the other hand, if you are looking for uncrowded and long deserted stretches of beach, great kayaking, fishing and swinging in a hammock under some breezy palms, this may be just the place. It's for a couple or family that wants some serious down-time ... a place to unplug and recharge your batteries and enjoy some great family time. Our house is pet-friendly with wood or tile floors throughout, a private outdoor shower (which is great for pets!) with a huge downstairs entertainment area complete with your own Tiki Bar. You'll also enjoy a private dock overlooking the lagoon and a great screened wrap-around porch. Our landscaping is all Florida native and offers a very private, resort-style environment.

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House Rules

Children

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Important information

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We should mention

About the area

Placida

What's nearby

Getting around

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Frequently asked questions

Reviews

Exceptional

9.8/10

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10/10

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10/10

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Todd S.

Great home , stay and location

Todd S.

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

Winter Escape

Chris B.

10/10 Excellent

Sarah F.

Lovely vacation

Sarah F.

10/10 Excellent

Shawn W.

Shawn

Shawn W.

10/10 Excellent

Tania G.

Gorgeous place

Tania G.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Loved our stay!

Verified traveller

10/10 Excellent

Linda P.

Wonderful house and location!!

Linda P.

10/10 Excellent

Jen B.

Beautiful Palm Island

Jen B.

10/10 Excellent