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Sea Star: Cozy beachfront cottage, outdoor dining, view dolphins from the porch!

Holiday home in Placida with kitchen and balcony

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8.6 out of 10
Excellent
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor barbecue
  • Balcony

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Placida, FL

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

2 bathrooms

About this property

Sea Star: Cozy beachfront cottage, outdoor dining, view dolphins from the porch!

Summary:
Leave your car and your cares at the marina because Little Gasparilla is accessible only by water taxi! That means our beaches are uncrowded and tourists and traffic are just a mainland memory. If you are looking for a quiet tropical island to relax and unplug, Little Gasparilla is your dream vacation spot. Our "nightlife" consists of giant sea turtles laying their eggs -- our only bar is the sand bar where you can find sand dollars and shells!

The Space:
Please note that Little Gasparilla Island is a barrier island accessible only by boat; we provide water taxi information when you book. You cannot drive your vehicle to the island; you park at the marina on the mainland where you catch the water taxi. There are no stores, bars or restaurants on Little Gasparilla which means it has retained much of its "old Florida" ambiance and pristine beauty. For years Little Gasparilla was visited only by locals who would come on weekends to fish, go to the beach and enjoy the privacy, peace and quiet. Now, even though it has been discovered, the lack of commercial establishments means that the island appeals to those who want to get away from crowds, tourists, traffic and technology.

Sea Star Beach House is a 3-bedroom home located directly on the beach. Enjoy days on the beautiful beach, swimming in warm gulf waters and evenings watching the sunset across sweeping views of the horizon.

The ground floor of the house features a deck, with a storage room with beach toys, snorkeling gear, and a surf board. Take advantage of the charcoal grill and table for outdoor dining.

Upstairs is an open concept kitchen, with island seating, and living room looking out sliding glass doors to the 180 degree view of the Gulf of Mexico and 7 miles of white sand beaches. Also on the first floor is the master bedroom; with a king bed, half-bath and sliding door access to the front deck facing the beach and ocean. You can fall asleep to the sound of the waves. There is also a second bedroom on this floor with a queen size bed as well as the main bathroom. The home features tropical, beachy decor, and the Gulf views are among the best on the island!

On the second floor of the home, accessed by a spiral staircase, there are two twins with a trundle perfect for kids or teenagers who want their privacy!

Please note that while there are beds for 7, the upstairs room has virtually no floor space at all with the trundle pulled out, so it would be quite crowded if planning sleeping space upstairs for adults. (The upstairs is more suitable for 2 adults or children only.)

The kitchen features a stove, trash compactor, and full size refrigerator. (NOTE: there is no dishwasher.) The kitchen is fully stocked for any type of food preparation you want to make. The home also has a full size washer and dryer.

There is a small dining table in the living area (seats 4) and there is also a 6-person dining table on the screened-in porch. The deck also features a hammock and comfortable chaise lounge from which to view the beach. The living room has satellite TV and a dvd player. We have a small selection of dvds and games for your entertainment. Extras with this rental include free use of a dock slip, wi-fi, boogie boards and beach toys...and the services of our island concierge who will meet you at the dock and help transport luggage and groceries to the house for you.

This home features a private boardwalk to the beach and an outdoor shower at the base of the stairs for rinsing off before coming indoors.

Please note that this is an older home, with older appliances and the kitchen and bathrooms have not been updated recently. A word about "budget-friendly" homes: These are our most economical rentals and the rental prices reflect the age of the home. We try to take care of maintenance issues immediately, but our remote location and salt water environment make repairs not only frequent, but more difficult. We ask you to understand the nature of island living and bear with us if repairs are needed. To offset potential inconvenience, we offer a “go with the flow” discount, recognizing that our older homes often have more frequent maintenance issues that might require attention during your stay. Your quote reflects this discounted rate.

WiFi - Included.

Pet Policy - pet-friendly with $100 non-refundable fee (per pet)

Minimum Renter Age - 25

Damage Protection - The $59 charge listed as a "management fee" on your quote covers your purchase of $2500 of “all risk” damage protection coverage on your rental property. This protection is purchased in lieu of a cash damage deposit. Coverage details are spelled out in your contract.

Dock slip - included on dock 48 (this is also where the water taxi drops you off)

Complimentary Concierge- will meet you at the dock with a golf cart to assist with transporting your luggage and groceries to the home

Satellite TV - yes

Grill Type - charcoal

Coffe maker- Drip (filters provided)

Parking - $8/night ($10/night if you have a boat trailer) at Eldred's Marina where you meet the boat taxi

Complimentary Wi-fi via satellite is provided, but please understand that wi-fi is not for entertainment...you should download movies and books to your i-pad or tablet before arriving. (There is no wired internet on the island.)

Guest Access:
You have access to the entire home, include a storage shed downstairs full of beach toys, boogie boards and noodles. There are beach chairs and an umbrella.

Getting Around:
Access to the island is by water taxi only. They prefer a reservation a week in advance but of course can be flexible if you book last minute. It costs more very early in the morning or after dark to please try to plan your trips for daylight hours. You can bring your dogs and your groceries on the water taxi with you. Please understand this is NOT a ferry; you cannot drive your vehicle to the house. As you are driving to the area, DO NOT be confused by the sign for the Palm Island ferry....that goes to a DIFFERENT ISLAND!

Other Things to Note:
Please evaluate your expectations before booking a stay on Little Gasparilla Island. If you are expecting a polished "resort" atmosphere, Little Gasparilla is decidedly more rustic. During periods of heavy rain or tropical storms, there may be standing water on the roadways, at the dock and around the house. This is a tropical environment with mosquitos, rust, power outages and other minor inconveniences. If you are expecting resort amenities and services, the island might not be for you.

HOLIDAY RATES: Please note that all there will be holiday rates applied to quotes for Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years.

PLEASE NOTE: We do require that two members of each group must be over 25 years of age. We apologize, but we can NOT rent to college groups as a courtesy to the homeowners and our island neighbors. Guests will be evicted if found not to meet age requirements upon check in. Additionally, we can not exceed capacity in island homes due to the fragile septic systems.

Interaction with Guests:
We have a home on the mainland and we try not to be intrusive but we are available if you have problems. Our Guest Services Manager lives on island and is your go-to person for immediate needs. We also have handymen, a housekeeper who is on-island and we can get to the island fairly quickly during the day if you have issues.

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Check in after 4:00 PM
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Children allowed: ages 0–17
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No events allowed
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Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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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
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Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit

About the area

Placida

Placida is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Englewood Beach and Don Pedro Island State Park, while Boca Grande Lighthouse Museum and Lemon Bay Playhouse are cultural highlights.
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Placida, FL

Getting around

  • Punta Gorda Airport (PGD) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Steamers Oyster Bar - ‬37 min drive
  • ‪Cool Pickle In Paradise - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪The Lighthouse Grill - ‬37 min drive
  • ‪Rotonda Elks - ‬37 min drive
  • ‪The Pink Elephant - ‬39 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sea Star: Cozy beachfront cottage, outdoor dining, view dolphins from the porch! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Sea Star: Cozy beachfront cottage, outdoor dining, view dolphins from the porch!?

As of 8 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sea Star: Cozy beachfront cottage, outdoor dining, view dolphins from the porch! on 4 May 2026 start from NZ$718, 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.

What time is check-in at Sea Star: Cozy beachfront cottage, outdoor dining, view dolphins from the porch!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sea Star: Cozy beachfront cottage, outdoor dining, view dolphins from the porch!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sea Star: Cozy beachfront cottage, outdoor dining, view dolphins from the porch! located?

Situated in Placida, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Little Gasparilla Island Beach and Don Pedro Island State Park. Tails and Scales Charters is 3 mi (4.9 km) away.

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 26 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 26 reviews

6.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

7.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

2/10 Terrible

Michelle M.

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Listing does not specify on a private island. Isolated and tricky to get to

Below average
Stayed 6 nights in May 2019
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Maryann L.

Perfect Location for a Peaceful Getaway

You couldn’t ask for a better location for a perfect beach location. We especially loved the screened in porch. However it seems that the owners don’t spend any money to spruce up the place regularly. It definitely needs new carpets and floors, paint, bedding and decorations from this century. It would not take a lot to make this place more fresh and appealing to renters. We did of course have a wonderful time.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

April H.

Wonderful location. Perfect layout for my family. Owners could put some work into upkeep

Housekeeping did a poor job with cleaning before we arrived. And we were a bit disappointed that the tv in the master didn’t work and the living room tv only got a couple channels. We like to watch tv late at night. Also, some lights were not working in the kitchen, there was an odd smell in the main bathroom, and the screens in the porch need to be fixed. On the positive, the longer we stayed, the more we grew to love the house. We loved the privacy, the space and the views. Terry from guest services was helpful. We saw dolphins from the porch and loved the outdoor shower. It was used often, since it got hot and the house shower didn’t. Grateful to have that option. We plan to return to the island and absolutely loved our stay. Some TLC put into the house would make it a perfect place to stay time and time again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

Scott K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy

On the other hand.....

Overall, we enjoyed our visit to the Sea Star Beach House on Little Gasparilla Island. But, while there were many things we enjoyed about the stay, we also seems to come up with some "on the other hand" reasons why we did not enjoy our stay. Firstly, the outside picture is not accurate. They are buildling a home on the south side of the property and construction was ongoing from 7:45 a.,m. to around 3:30 p.m. each day. It was loud enough to wake the family and disturbe the tranquil island setting we'd envisioned, as the new building is going up within spitting distance of the Sea Star house. On the north side of the property, there was a rowdy group staying at that adjacent property and we had to go out after 1am one night and 11pm the 2nd night to ask them to move their party inside (there is no security or police on the island). So, we were woken up both late and early, which honestly made for an unrestful vacation. I'm not sure the Sea Star management had much control over these variables, but you might want to inquire about what is going on with your neighbors prior to scheduling. We have stayed at six beach houses on the west and east coasts of Florida over the past many years. We stayed at the property in mid-July and this area had the worst mosquito and biting fly problem we've experienced compared to any of the other summer beach houses. Each time we would go out, each person would come back with 2 or 3 big whelts from these insects. We sprayed insect repellant, both the Deep Woods and Skin-So-Soft varieties, but it honestly did very little to abate the bites. Perhaps not visiting during the summer rainy season would be better, as far as insects irritations go. Property was clean and provisioned well with pots, pans, plates, etc. (although the fabric on the furniture could use a good cleaning). There are plenty of condiments and Brita water filters in the fridge. We left a lot of our groceries behind so we would not have to cart them off the island & others had done the same. Management is great at resolving any issues and helping logistically with getting on and off the island, if needed. Can't see enough about how pleased we were with them.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Archival

8/10 Good

Laura S.

Wish I could give it 3 1/2 stars, actually, but I'm am optimist

We stayed here, my husband and I and 3 children. The owners were very accommodating, as far as adding on additional time to our stay, etc. The location was great. Let me say that a map, when arriving, would have been extremely helpful. We got off the water taxi and had absolutely no clue how to walk to the house, but luckily there was a friendly man who owned a place near the dock and was able to help us determine where we needed to go. If it wasn't for him, we would have been lost! We rented a boat while we were there and the owners were very helpful with lots of information to help us get that all set before our stay. It was great to have the boat so that we weren't trapped there or forced to pay the water taxi whenever we needed to go somewhere for food or toilet paper even! There is absolutely nothing on the island to buy other than ice, from what I could tell! There was a shipwrecked sailboat right in front of the unit. I'm not sure how long it had been there. It was kind of cool that it was there and was kind of neat to be able to take pictures of, etc. It was quite a tourist attraction. I think if it wasn't for the shipwrecked sailboat that we wouldn't have had nearly as many people in front of the house as we did. Additionally, it was nice that people did leave some canned goods, etc., in the pantry. That helped from time to time in a pinch. One thing that wasn't so wonderful is that the furniture on the deck, the hammock and the cushions for the lounge chairs, etc., were extremely dirty. We actually washed them and, thanks to us, whoever came after us didn't have to worry about it. I think that could use a lot more attention. When they say that you'll be responsible for your own garbage, wow, that's for sure! As I said, luckily we had the boat we rented to take our garbage away ourselves, but it was something like $15 a big bag full just to have someone else take our garbage for us. We were able to avoid that expense. The kayak that was there my daughter was excited to use and then once she got out into the water the makeshift fix to the hole gave way and luckily a neighbor and my husband ran out to save her from dying. I think there could be a little more caution with that. All that having been said, you will either hate it on the island or love it. I personally loved being secluded, while my husband kind of didn't like that part about it a whole lot. Be ready when you get there!!
Verified

8/10 Good

Mark C.

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

Beautiful place

We really enjoyed our stay.....but had a few issues, but they were taken care of. The HVAC filter was absolutely beyond it's lifetime...... causing the unit to struggle, but Terry got us a filter quickly. The boardwalk needs replaced, and almost caused a major accident, but thankfully my Father in law is okay. And someone came out to fix the part that fell in. But it still needs work. Overall it was a beautiful and peaceful stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marybeth S.

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

Amazing view

Description is accurate - comfortable, great views. We very much enjoyed our stay at Sea Star.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurie A.

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

Ultimate beach getaway

Takes a little effort, but well worth it. Access limited to boat only means uncrowded paradise for making memories!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jessica R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach and location was amazing! House needs help

The location and beach is always amazing. This is our 4th time here. House is so out dated it didn’t seem clean. We mopped again within four 2nd day there but it didn’t get any cleaner, lots of lights burnt out, furniture outdated, child burnt chin on lamp upstairs because there was no shade. Towel holder in shower wouldn’t stay in, and poor cookware. Other than that we were in the beach and that all that mattered.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Jane H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent location!

What a great spot! Very dog friendly!
Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terry T.

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

Fabulous beachfront location!

We loved the location, the views, the front porch and the peace and quiet. The island is a magic spot for a family vacation and it is so convenient to just be able to walk a few steps down the boardwalk to the beach. There IS a house under construction next door, but we did not find it offensive. Beds were comfortable, house was clean, and when we go to the beach, that's about all we care about! Furniture was older, but comfortable, and nothing beats sitting on the screened porch listening to the waves! We were not disappointed!
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location

Vacation at SeaStar lil gasparilla island

The house overall is charming. It had beautiful views of the ocean from inside the living room, kitchen and main bedroom. It was very clean inside the home upon arrival. The ocean and sunsets were gorgeous and we enjoyed it immensely. We enjoyed being able to go back and forth to the beach effortlessly multiple times during the day. The difficulty of getting to the island when staying 7 nights with all your belonging's and food is a lot unless you have your own boat. The water taxi will not help you carry your luggage to the boat. So you have to carry it yourself down the ramp. They will only help you to lift it onto the boat. When you have kids and a pet with your groceries and luggage that is a lot. Then the grounds of the property were not properly maintained. The sand under the house was black, the hammock and grass not taken care of. The advertisement stated that there were Kayaks on the property for use as well as a ton of beach toys. There were no Kayaks on the property and when we inquired we were told that we could rent them. The other beach toys which included mostly buckets and tiny shovels were old and unkept. There were a couple of half inflated water rafts and snorkeling equipment hanging in the shed that had caked on sand, salt water. They did have a beach umbrella which was very old but functional. They also failed to mention to us that there was construction going on next door every day m-f. Even though the workers were considerate these conditions should not demand top dollar. The outside furniture was very comfortable although we did notice what looked to be like mold on one of the pillows which had a pillow covering. The property manager did also let us leave our garbage to be picked up the next day which was a Saturday. Which is a plus since you have to remove the garbage yourself upon departure if you leave before Saturday. Overall we did enjoy our vacation just a few things as mentioned would have made it better. Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

4/10 Poor

Patricia p.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Very disappointed

The online pictures of the property were completely misleading. Many things were broken railings, screens, furniture, owners closet was open the lock had been broken and we had children and there was alcohol in there. We called so they did not think we had broken it. The shower had no hot water, there was so much food left in the unit there was hardly room to put our supplies. Exposed outdoor plugs. So Much growth (weeds) around fire pit (which was a very full rusted out barrel). The bathroom you could not get out the door going to the outside because it is blocked by a palmetto trees. Based on the pictures is why we booked this place. There is also a house under construction (which I know they have no control over) but we were not made aware of ) and they working on it at 7:30 and 8:00 AM. These are just a few of the problems. We did take photos so we could make the property manager aware. I did talk with the property manager and she told me thank you for bringing it to her attention and she would make the owner aware of the problems. I know this a is a barrier Island and getting things done is much harder, but this was my third trip to the Island and never had problems. We felt very duped based on the listing. It was Overpriced for the condition of the property even though it is on the beach. There is no way you could tell if we damaged anything because it was so damaged before. However we did not let it ruin our vacation we enjoyed the Island so much. I would not recommend this listing at this time
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gale F.

Relaxing island vibe

My friends and I had a wonderful 5 day stay. The home was clean and comfortable. We had everything we needed. The locals were very friendly and welcoming. The beach was beautiful I love the natural feel of the island We will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Jon G.

Location, Location, Location

We enjoyed our one week stay at the Sea Star Beach House on Little Gasparilla Island. It was wonderful to come down the steps from the screened in front porch and walk out to the beach. We enjoyed the use of the Adirondack chairs to see the awesome sunsets each night. Since the master bedroom connects to the front porch by a slider we did not hesitate to come out to watch the moon over the water in the middle of the night. The bedrooms had very supportive and comfortable mattresses. The upstairs loft is more suitable for young children than adults but that met our needs with two grandkids who enjoyed it. The interior may be a bit dated for some but that did not bother us as the house had all the comforts that we desired. We certainly enjoyed our stay on Little Gasparilla Island. A magical place.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

Perfect vacation spot

Enjoyed the proximity to the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn M.

Great place, upstairs only good for younger people.

Loved the cottage on the beach. House needed touch up cleaning but overall very nice.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalie P.

Very clean and welcoming

With beach front property you can't go wrong! Lovely porch with a hammock. Lots of meals eaten out on the porch with the ocean as our backdrop. The kids loved the spiral stair case. Just feet from the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

We only stayed one night at the Seastar beach house.

We were scheduled to spend five nights at the Seastar Beachhouse. However the master shower was not working. So Mr. and Mrs. Gaines offered us the hibiscus house. This house was amazing. The stay on the island was everything we hoped it would be. Everyone was so friendly and the beach was beautiful. The seashells were amazing. We actually saw a group of manatee. I would like to thank Mr and Mrs. Gaines for being so hospitable and seeing to out every need. The hibiscus beach house was so clean and comfortable. It was so well-stocked. If you truly want to get away from it all and feel like you're the only people on the island then I suggest you visit here. I only hope the island does not sustain damage from the hurricane Irma that is approaching. And I hope the people that are electing to stay there with the hurricane approaching remain safe. We had beautiful weather the entire time. Phillip and Susan from Roanoke Virginia
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

The Perfect Getaway

We sought a place of beauty and quiet to celebrate our 30th anniversary and were very excited to find LGI. We planned meals carefully with the thought that we might not want to return to the mainland until we had to depart, which turned out to be the case. There are only two things to do on LGI: relax and watch sunset - and that's exactly what we did for the entire week. We saw dolphins, a small ray, and about 85 billion shells; a manatee swam close enough to touch...about 15 feet from shore! The darkness is stunning as are the stars that seek to break it. The Sea Star house was perfect for us - the decor was charming, the beds comfortable, and the kitchen well-equipped. It would have been great to kayak had the house still had it, but there are ways to rent. If we could offer one suggestion it would be that the porch would be a perfect place for a couple of ceiling fans. In the end, we were disappointed only that we did have to return to real life from this magical place. We find ourselves slightly torn - we want to urge friends and family to experience the island, but it also feels like something to keep secret.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Denise G.

lovely cottage that feels like home

This is an excellent cottage to rent, that had all the space and comforts of home. We loved the screened in porch, it had lots of room for us to enjoy in the evenings. We had perfect weather that added to a great vacation. I would definitely rent this cottage again, thanks for the wonderful accommodations.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Abbey A.

Spectacular Family Time

Thank you Laurie and especially you Tracy for making our family vacation an absolute joy to remember for years to come. We arrived after a hurricane and a majority of the island was flooded, yet we still had no trouble getting to Seastar. It was close to the docks and the complimentary concierge service, Bret's golf cart taxi was superb and a real treat considering we were ready to relax and tired of lugging our belongings. Bret helped us out for several days while the golf cart rentals were closed due to the storm, getting family and friends around the island. We tipped him extremely well.  The Seastar house was beautiful and had everything we could want or need. Cooking utensils were well stocked and conveniently placed for indoor and outdoor cooking. When they say there are beach toys, they weren’t kidding. There were fishing poles, 5 boogie boards, sun umbrellas, beach chairs and numerous sand castle toys- the kids were in heaven! Considering we had two families in the home and children under the age of 5, the house had plenty of space. We didn't even use the third bedroom located upstairs, but it does seem like the perfect little getaway for older children. I don’t know of a more relaxing setting. We woke up looking at the beach, played all day and eat dinner on the patio watching the sunset. And I must say for as calm as the beach was most of the week, a day or two of waves after the storm was quite fun and then the rest of the week was so calm that our toddler felt comfortable entering the water independently (supervised of course). To management, I feel like we are friends- you were just so good to us. Thank you for going above and beyond, especially when it came to the storm and making sure we were safe, even if that meant modifying our travel dates. I knew at that very moment we were in good hands and your biggest concern was to make sure we had an amazing trip. Also, thank you for allowing us to venture over to your personal cottage and borrow things that we forgot to bring. Anytime we had a question, you were right there responding to texts within minutes and you never seemed to be bothered by it. Thank you for the wonderful hospitality. We will undoubtedly be back next year, and every year thereafter.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Kim E.

Perfect location, nice house!!!

This was a practically last minute booking during Spring Break..... What a find!! Our party consisted of 2 adults, 2 teenagers, and 2 small children (4 & 5). We had stayed on LGI twice before, once inland and once on the bay. This was our first ocean front rental. With 4 children - this was the way to go. We were able to spend as much time on the beach swimming, fishing, shelling, relaxing as we wanted - while knowing our children could walk back to the at house anytime. We did rent a golf cart for the week, as we like to explore at times. If you have never been to LGI it is a great way to tour the island. Every single time we have been we have met the most AMAZING people. What a wonderful get away to just get in touch with nature and yourself. We did have one issue - upon arrival we noticed the washing machine was full of water and not operational at all. One call to the property managers solved that within 24 hours. Pretty good for an island inaccessible by anything other than boats! Also - I love that concierge and trash removal is included with this particular property manager. Amazing experience. Do not hesitate to stay at Sea Star!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

The most beautiful beaches ever!!! Cute house, beautiful sunsets, we will be back again

Little Gaspirella Island is quite the gem - we brought our flats boat saw lots of porpoise, stunning sunsets - Beach was beautiful , people super friendly - perfect for families and their dogs. Loved our family vacation and we WILL be back-
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Doris M.

Perfect place to get away from the stressful lives we live!

My family and I discovered Little Gasparilla about 9 years ago and we can't find anywhere that compares to its beauty and serenity We've stayed at a different home each time because that's part of the fun to us. I have to say that Sea Star is at the top of our list! It was so clean and the kitchen has EVERYTHING you need! We loved the little room at the top. Me and my grandchildren would lay there at night looking at the stars talking. You only have neighbors on one side of you but they were very nice and quiet. We ate all of our meals outside watching the incredible sunsets. The view from the Sea Star is beautiful. I found lots of sharks teeth too. If you can rent a boat it makes it so much easier since you have your own boat dock. Make sure you visit Cayo Casta State Park if you enjoy shelling! The one thing that I would suggest to make the Sea Star even better would be ceiling fans on the screened porch. Laurie was great to work with and I have NO complaints. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2016

About the host

Hosted by Little Gasparilla Vacation Rentals

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We have lived on the island for 30 years and we started renting our own home many years ago when we traveled. Then our neighbors asked us to handle rentals for them also -- and now we offer vacation rentals in a variety of price ranges and locations on the island...from dramatic beachfront homes to cozy interior homes with lots of privacy. Our homes are painstakingly cared for...we want you to feel like you are vacationing in a friend's home rather than a sterile "rental unit". So relax, kick off your flip flops, dig your toes in the sand and enjoy the island lifestyle!
-Little Gasparilla Vacation Rentals

Why they chose this property

This property is one of the most reasonably priced rental homes right on the beach. The private boardwalk takes you right from the front porch of the house directly to the private beach. A large open-air outdoor shower at the base of the stairs means you can rinse off before coming upstairs -- and is everyone's favorite part of the beach experience. The home is pet friendly so you can vacation with your furry family members also! The front porch and master bedroom offer some of the best views on the beach and LGI sunsets never fail to amaze!

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