Location: Little Gasparilla Island, Florida South West, Florida, USA (Near Port Charlotte, between Sarasota and Fort Myers) View Map
Accommodations: House, 4 Bedrooms, 2 Baths (Sleeps 10)
This tropical paradise offers both beach access and boat dock access on this bridgeless barrier island. Relax and enjoy some "R & R" in this lovely 4 Bedroom/2 Bath house on stilts, which sleeps up to 10 people very comfortably. You will have 2 King bedrooms, 1 Queen bedroom, and 4 twin (bunk) beds.
Enjoy the wonderful Gulf View sunsets from the large screened Lanai at treetop level as well as from the greatroom, dining area, and kitchen. Explore the island with the electric Golf Cart included in your rental. Fish off the community dock, where you can also dock your boat (if you bring or rent one--must be 21' or shorter). Enjoy the huge lower deck with hammock and chairs for cool nights of relaxing. Keep the kids happy with two satellite TVs, two DVD players, a stereo/CD/iPod player, games, jigsaw puzzles, books, and more.
Our property managers will provide you with a packet of information to help you get settled in to your "home away from home". They can help you arrange for transportation to and from the island and answer any questions you may have. ***New feature: You can arrange ahead of time for meals to be delivered and waiting for you in your refrigerator/freezer! Also, they can provide you with a disk which will allow you to connect to a local Dial-up (slow speed) Internet service, if you wish.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning: Central
- Washer: On same floor as bedrooms
- Dryer: On same floor as bedrooms
- Linens Provided: Also beach towels and chairs
- Covered Parking: Golf cart is parked on deck under house.
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer: Dockage for one boat (up to 21 feet)--boat rental not included
- Beds
- King Bed (2)
- Queen Bed
- Bunk Bed (4) : 4 Twin (Bunk) Beds
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV (2) : Satellite TV, 2 TV sets
- DVD (2)
- Video Library: Lots of movie DVDs and music CDs for all age groups.
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library: Several music CDs
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: Includes an R.O. water system under the kitchen sink--for water that tastes better than the piped-in water, which is also potable.
- Cooking Utensils Provided: Everything you need except food and disposables (e.g., ziplocs, foil, handi-wrap, napkins).
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Catering Available: Can be arranged with property managers ahead of time; and several restaurants can be reached by boat or water taxi.
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio: Large deck under house
- Lanai: Lovely Gulf view from large screened Lanai as well as from the greatroom, dining area, and kitchen.
- View/Location
- Beach View: A beautiful view from the screened porch at treetop level as well as from the greatroom, dining area, and kitchen. Just about 150 steps to the dune walkover to the Gulf of Mexico beach.
- Water View: A beautiful view from the screened porch at treetop level as well as from the greatroom, dining area, and kitchen. Just steps to the dune walkover to the Gulf of Mexico beach.
- Communications
- Telephone: Only for local and emergency calls. Bringing a cell phone is recommended. For Dial-up (slow speed) Internet access, ask our property manager for a disk before coming to the island.
- Other Amenities
- Central Air Conditioning/Heat, all Cooking and Dining Utensils provided, all Linens and Pillows provided, Hammock, Electric Golf Cart, Electric Stove/Oven, Dishwasher, Toaster, Coffeemaker, Hand Mixer, Blender, Beach Chairs, Towels, & Umbrella, Books, Games, Jigsaw Puzzles, DVDs for viewing. Garbage Pick Up available. Sorry, NO SMOKING in house, NO PETS ALLOWED--owners have allergies. Bring your own fishing gear. For Dial-up (slow speed) Internet access, ask our property manager for a disk before coming to the island.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed: Sorry, Owners have allergies.
- Kid Friendly: Close to beach and lots of games, jigsaw puzzles, DVDs for viewing in living room and/or one bedroom.
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters: At least one responsible person 25 years or older. Only licensed drivers may drive the golf cart; it is the law.
- Smoking Not Allowed: Smoking only on porch (with glass doors closed) and outside. Owner has asthma and allergies. Please be careful to put out your cigarettes; our island is usually very dry and can easily catch on fire.
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Sightseeing
- Kayaking
- Boating
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Other Activities
- Sunbathing, Exploring the Island in the Electric Golf Cart provided (adult, licensed drivers only, per the law), Relaxing in the Hammock, enjoying Gorgeous Sunsets (from the beach and from the screened porch)--a wonderful place to "Get Away From It All"! Bring your own fishing gear.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Dec 15-Jul 31: $1400/week (7 nights), $4800/month.
Aug 01-Dec 14: $1200/week (7 nights), $4100/month.
Also, 12% Sales Tax will be added to total.
Security Deposit required: $500. Checks and money orders are accepted.
For shorter stays (min. 3 nights), please inquire.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Large 4BR Island House with Beautiful Gulf View (Sleeps 10)
Year Purchased: 2004
Why the Owner Chose Little Gasparilla Island
We live most of the year on the east coast of Florida, and we enjoy the Atlantic Ocean; but our favorite areas are along the west coast of Florida, especially on LGI, where the waves are more tame, colorful shells are plentiful, and the fish and shrimp are great for catching and eating. Quite often, you can see dolphin frolicking in the Gulf and the Bay. [Please remember NOT to take any live shells; these little animals need to stay in the water in order to survive.]
The Unique Benefits at this House
Fishing and boating are wonderful along the coast and within the waters between the barrier islands and the mainland. This is the "Tarpon Capitol of the World". Our beaches are not crowded at all and you and your family will have fun exploring the island in our golf cart, which is provided for our renters' use.
We sincerely hope that your stay in The Rum Runner house will be a relaxing and memorable one. We have tried to include all the necessities for a carefree, enjoyable vacation in our spacious home on this "old Florida" style island. Please leave us your comments in our "Guestbook", which you will find in the greatroom.
To you and your family and/or friends: Happy Islanding!
Owner's Map of Little Gasparilla Island
In 1984, we bought a lot on this beautiful island for a vacation home. After 20 years, we sold the lot and purchased this wonderful house with a beautiful view of the Gulf of Mexico. We hope all our renters enjoy their stay and all the amenities of our "home away from home".
Property Photos
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- Spacious Great Room with living, dining, and kitchen areas
- Comfortable Tropical Furnishings--Sleeps up to 10 people
- The Galley of The Rum Runner--a great place to "gather 'round".
- Just one corner of the spacious Great Room with Cathedral Ceiling
- The Dune Walkover, just steps to the Beach
- "Get Away From It All" on this Bridgeless Barrier Island
- Enjoy the Wildlife, like this Osprey Resting on its Nest
- Watch Gorgeous Sunsets on the Beach or from Your Screened Porch
- A close-up view of Little Gasparilla Island
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Mike & Kathy Mulvaney , West Palm Beach, FL
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"Thank you for a lovely get-away weekend. It was perfect - weather, beach, food, & friends. A little piece of paradise. Thank you for sharing your dream home."
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"This was a wonderful way to spend my birthday-relax, enjoying the Gulf view, read, and spend time with friends. Thank you so much for a wonderful island getaway."
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"Excellent property, beautifully furnished, lovely island. Thanks for the opportunity to share your home.”