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Little Gasparilla Island: Luxurious Bungalow, Private Beach, Fishing, Family

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3 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
3 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8146 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
    Beach view
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace

Explore the area

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Placida, FL
  • Little Gasparilla Island Beach
    3 min walk
  • Tails and Scales Charters
    15 min walk
  • Gasparilla Marina
    3 min drive
  • Punta Gorda Airport (PGD)
    44 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Little Gasparilla Island: Luxurious Bungalow, Private Beach, Fishing, Family

Escape to your own private paradise at Barefoot Bungalow, a secluded beach house nestled in the heart of Little Gasparilla Island.

Wake up to breathtaking sunrises, casting soft hues across the calm turquoise waters. Cast a line for world-class tarpon, a renowned highlight of this secluded barrier island - across from Boca Grande. Mere steps away, a pristine 7-mile beach beckons with sparkling white sand and gentle waves, perfect for family sandcastle competitions and unforgettable sunset strolls.

Barefoot Bungalow is your oasis. The airy living area boasts high vaulted ceilings, creating a sense of both expansiveness and coziness. Relax with movie nights on smart TVs in both living areas, while two bedrooms and a loft provide comfortable havens for families to recharge after island adventures.

Imagine barefoot mornings on the deck, afternoons filled with laughter on the beach, and evenings spent stargazing from your private oasis. Barefoot Bungalow promises an unforgettable escape with an unspoiled connection to nature and those you love.

Arrive with your private boat or you can hop on the water taxi for a 4 min transport through our lakeside entrance at Dock# 69. Welcome to this rare and beautiful paradise.

Whether you're an adventurous soul, a skilled angler, or family wanting activities for all, or a beach bum seeking solace, there's something for everyone on this idyllic island.

Unique Experiences Include:

Hiking and biking: Explore the island's interior on designated trails. Hike through the shaded pine forests, cycle along the sandy paths, or discover hidden coves and secluded beaches.

World-Class Fishing: Little Gasparilla Island is minutes from Boca Grande which offers world-class fishing, attracting anglers from around the world. The deep Boca Grande Pass (accessible from Little Gasparilla Island and our beach) provides the perfect habitat for tarpon, grouper, snapper, and snook. Fishing charters are available for those seeking a guided adventure. Cast your line a few steps away from our bungalow.

World-Renowned Shelling: Little Gasparilla Island is a treasure trove for shell collectors. Keep your eyes peeled for sand dollars, ancient shark teeth, and a variety of seashells in all shapes and sizes.

Outdoor fire pit smores and stargazing: Gather around a crackling fire and roast smores as you gaze at the star-studded sky, unobstructed by light pollution, and revel in the tranquility of the island.

Don Pedro State Park: Located at the north end of the island, this park protects 267 acres of coastal habitat, including mangroves, beaches, and tidal flats. Visitors can enjoy hiking, birdwatching, shelling, and kayaking.

Stand-up paddleboarding and kayaking: Bring your paddleboard or kayak, and explore the calm waters around the island at your own pace. Paddle through mangroves, observe marine life, or simply enjoy the serene beauty of the island from a different perspective.

Birding: Little Gasparilla Island is a haven for birdwatchers, with over 200 species recorded on the island. Spot egrets, herons, ospreys, and pelicans soaring through the skies or perched on the mangroves.

Beyond the Island:

Day trip to Boca Grande: Take a ferry or boat ride to the nearby island of Boca Grande for a taste of upscale island life. Explore the quaint village, browse charming boutiques, or indulge in a delicious meal at one of the island's renowned restaurants.

Charlotte Harbor Aquatic Preserve: This vast estuarine preserve encompasses over 247,000 acres of mangrove forests, seagrass beds, and open water. Accessible by boat from Boca Grande, the preserve offers opportunities for fishing, boating, and observing marine life like dolphins and manatees.

Galt Preserve: Located on Pine Island just north of Boca Grande, this 1,173-acre preserve features pine forests, freshwater marshes, and coastal uplands. Hike or bike through the scenic trails, paddle through the mangroves, or go wildlife watching for birds, alligators, and deer.
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Little Gasparilla Island Beach. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the vacation home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 2.5 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Onsite recreation includes a playground
  • Just a 3-minute walk from Little Gasparilla Island Beach and a 2-minute drive from Tails and Scales Charters
This vacation home offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Vivian B. Cue

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Combined shower/bath
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total pets
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Things to do

  • Marina nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 1572 sq ft (146 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Onsite 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Little Gasparilla Island: Luxurious Bungalow, Private Beach, Fishing, Family Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Meghan O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!
Our week long, multi-family vacation was fantastic! The location of the house was ideal- a super easy walk to both the beach and dock. The house was clean, comfortable, and well equipped. What a wonderful holiday!! We will undoubtedly return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alicia R., Orlando, Fl

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
Amazing
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Back in paradise!
Perfect location and house was wonderful. My family actually owned the same home more than 25 years ago. He has been beautifully updated. Would love to come again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua H.

Liked: Cleanliness
LGI Spring Break
Our family had a wonderful time staying at LGI. This was a great property in the middle of the island with a short walk to the beach or dock. The house was updated nicely and had a great outdoor living area. We look forward to staying here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelley & John S., Santa Rosa Beach, FL

Liked: Cleanliness
First time back to LGI since Ian
Barefoot Bungalow was perfect. It has everything once could want. Newly redecorated with updated appliances. A quick walk to the beach or the dock. We will be back!
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness
A nice staycation
Nice clean cottage with plenty of room. It was a very short walk from the dock and to the beach. The dock was very convenient with lighting and fresh water for rinse/flush. Plenty enough kitchen utensils, etc. but could use with a few more wine glasses. Just right for a short vacation close to home.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Colleen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
A perfect stay!
We visit LGI several times a year. This is one of the only rentals we have booked that was very clean, well maintained, and perfect for our needs. The two separate living rooms and large screen porch was a bonus. Having a less than 1 minute walk to the beach AND the dock was awesome. It was a great rental and we cannot wait to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
We had a great stay. Nice, clean house in a good location.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Tonya W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice home, great location, great beds, kitchens could be better equipped
Wonderful restful trip!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Haley H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing island stay!
We had the best time staying at this property! The location is incredible, our welcome letter before arriving gave us detailed information of everything we needed to know. We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Kolleen R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved this house!
Great house and location! The dogs loved the deck, the outdoor shower was amazing, plenty of space to host a dinner with friends who were staying nearby. Fairly close to the dock where the water taxi drops you off; an even shorter walk to get to the beach. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dustan A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
We had a wonderful stay. Everything was easy and perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marc F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rest & Relaxation
I loved it. We plan on going back. The only thing I didn't fully understand when I booked it is that you are on an island. only way to get there is by boat. Which I didn't mined at all. It was a great time if you want to hang. :)
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joe W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Family Getaway
Property worked out perfectly for our family of six with children between the ages of 2-9. We rented a boat to get to and from the island and to fish during our stay and the walk to the house from the shared dock was short and manageable, even with four small children. It was also a short walk to the beach. The outdoor shower was great for washing the sand off before going into the house and the screened porch was nice for eating meals and enjoying the peace and quiet of the island. The house is stocked with everything you could need during your stay besides groceries, which we picked up on the mainland before heading to the island. We all enjoyed the beach and the kids loved the abundance of shells. The slow pace of the island was amazing and we had an excellent time! Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time, great weather
The house was clean and so close to the beach. We had such a good time! Everyone was super friendly. When shuttling to the island from the airport, use Salty Girls transportation. They set up the water taxi and made getting groceries so easy! We will be doing this vacation again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carole T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Barefoot bungalow
This house was great, had everything, clean and efficient
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katie T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful. Relaxing. Just What We Needed.
Vivian's place is absolutely wonderful. Everything that you could possibly need for a relaxing stay is included in the house. You only need to bring clothes, maybe a book (if reading is your thing), and have a method to get groceries to the house. The three beds (which were very comfortable) in the house provided plenty of comfortable sleeping areas for the three of us during our stay. Vivian was very quick to respond to any of our questions about the house, the island, or transportation needs before and during our stay. The 2-3 minute walk to the beach from the house was wonderful. The outdoor shower was perfect for us to either rinse off the day or welcome the morning. We will be coming back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan A., Port Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Island getaway
Impeccably clean well-maintained home with loads of amenities and desirable features. We had everything we needed plus much more! The most relaxing weekend! Found loads of shark teeth, rented and had a wonderful day kayaking, even caught a couple fish :-). Scheduling and traveling by pirates taxi was slight challenge but would not deter us from coming again or recommending.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

todd b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loving Island Time!
Spending time on Little Gasparilla was a real treat if you enjoy beautiful sunrises & sunsets. Fabulous walks on the beach enjoying the smell & breeze of the salty seas. The beach bungalow offers all the amenities you need for an opportunity to totally relax while on the island. This bungalow is a very short walk to the beach or the dock. Really no need to rent a golf cart from this location since everything you need is in walking distance. To top off the trip, as we are avid boaters - we rented a boat that was delivered to our dock from "weekly boat rentals". We had a fantastic time boating to several island destinations. Keep in mind if you do not rent a boat - contact "Pirate Water taxi" to make you way to the island! Remember - your on a remote island - be prepared to get all your groceries - cocktail items - beach wear etc. We made fantastic memories!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Place!
We had an amazing experience.....we have been going to this island for 8 years and this was an amazing property and the owners were extremely accommodating. Would go back again and plan to do so!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniel G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
Great location with everything we needed. Excellent communication from host.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tricia B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location for family vacation
Great location on beautiful quiet island. Walking distance to a great beach with lots of shells. Responsive host. Easily accommodated our family of 6 with plenty of room. Loved the screened in lanai. Great to have a place with a nice large kitchen and full sized laundry machine dryer and dishwasher. There are no roads to the island so you will either need to pay for water taxi service back and forth from the island to mainland or rent your own boat for your stay. We rented a boat for the week and had a ton of fun. Host said the regular faucet tap water was not potable water, but said that the fridge has a filter which then she said made the fridge water drinkable. There is not garbage service at the property, so it is basically pack in and pack out and then you just pay for garbage disposal when you take it back to the mainland. The AC worked well and ceiling fans in each room. Liked that it had a separate family room and living room each with its own TV to allow people to spread out during our week vacation. Nice comfortable beds, good quality sheets and towels. We had a great stay and would highly recommend this place for a family vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021