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Historic MamaDear House, Boca Grande Island w/private pool, 5min stroll to beach

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A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a wooden floor.
A white building with a brown roof and a tower, situated on a sandy beach with a clear blue sky.
A dining area with a round table, white chairs, and a hanging light fixture.
A spacious dining area with a large wooden table, wicker chairs, and pendant lighting.
A spacious living room with hardwood floors, a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a ceiling fan.

Reviews

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

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • At the centre of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Gasparilla Island State Park

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Private pool
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Boca Grande, FL
  • Place, Boca Grande Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, ​Boca Grande Marina
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Gasparilla Island State Park
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Punta Gorda Airport (PGD)
    ‪64 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom #3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom #4 Jack & Jill

2 Single Beds

Bedroom #5 Jack & Jill

1 Queen Bed

Coral Bedroom #2

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bath #2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bath #3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Jack and Jill Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Master bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Outdoor Hot + Cold Shower

Shower only · Outdoor shower

Powder Room

Soap · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Boca Grande

Located in Boca Grande, this holiday home is near the beach. Whidden's Marina and Boca Grande Lighthouse Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Englewood Beach and Manasota Beach. Jet skiing, kayaking and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Boca Grande, FL

What's nearby

  • Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Boca Grande Beach - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • ​Boca Grande Marina - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Whidden's Marina - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Gasparilla Island State Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Punta Gorda Airport (PGD) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪South Beach Bar And Grille - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Pink Elephant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Miller's Dockside - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Outlet At The Inlett Restaurant - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Smokin Jerry’s - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Historic MamaDear House, Boca Grande Island w/private pool, 5min stroll to beach have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Historic MamaDear House, Boca Grande Island w/private pool, 5min stroll to beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Historic MamaDear House, Boca Grande Island w/private pool, 5min stroll to beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic MamaDear House, Boca Grande Island w/private pool, 5min stroll to beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic MamaDear House, Boca Grande Island w/private pool, 5min stroll to beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historic MamaDear House, Boca Grande Island w/private pool, 5min stroll to beach located?

This family-friendly Boca Grande holiday home is located by the sea, within a 5-minute walk of Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church, Lighthouse United Methodist Church and St Andrews Episcopal Church. Boca Grande Beach and Whidden's Marina are also within 10 minutes.

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. 32 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 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
We had a great family trip. The house is absolutely wonderful. Will definitely want to come back.
Stayed 13 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Apr, 2026
Thank you for your kind review. We are thrilled you enjoyed your time at our Mama Dear house. We Hope to see you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Deana and the Mama Dear house is an excellent option for staying in BG. Location is incredible along with the house. 5 stars all day.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Apr, 2026
Thank you for your kind review! We’re so happy you loved your Stay and the memories you made as a family. Hope To see you again next year!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We just returned from our third year at the Historic Mama Dear House, and it was just as magical as the first! The family home is meticulously furnished and stocked with all the amenities required for a wonderful family getaway. Owner, Deana, is responsive, helpful, and incredibly kind. Our vacation at the Mama Dear House was exceptional!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Apr, 2026
Thank you for your incredibly kind review! We love welcoming repeat guests!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, great house
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Apr, 2026
Grateful for your kind review! We love it when our guest see What we see- fun location, enjoyable house. We Always love having your family!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great for families!

Great location and was great for our family!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Apr, 2026
Awesome time of year To be on Boca Grande. We’re so happy your family loved the location- it makes for A lot of Family Fun! We Hope to see You again soon!! Thank you for the kind review!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love, love, love! This is our third year here and we can only again rave about the house, the pool, the location, the owners. What's not to love...thank you, MamaDear!
Stayed 15 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar, 2026
We just love Betts and her family. They are Kind, responsive and very helpful. We really enjoy our repeat families. Cheers to continuing to build Memories at Mama Dear!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We visit the island every year, and this is one of the best homes we’ve stayed in. The house was exceptionally clean, comfortable, and perfectly located—just a short block from downtown, making it easy to walk everywhere. The home is much more spacious than it appears in the photos and is thoughtfully designed with a great layout. One detail that really stood out was the comfort of the beds and pillows in every room, which is something we rarely find in vacation rentals. The owner reached out shortly after check-in and again during our stay to make sure everything was going well. That level of attentiveness was greatly appreciated and is not something we often experience. It’s clear she takes great pride in her home, and it shows in every detail.We highly recommend this property
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I love this house so much. It is beautifully appointed and so well maintained and loved.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug, 2025
Thank you for such a lovely review. Our goal is to make every guest to our Mama Dear home feel welcomed and special. We look forward to your return.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Memorial Day Weekend

Great Place. Perfect Location
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

BG Spring Break

Absolutely amazing house, location and management. We will 100% be renting this house again.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Apr, 2025
Thanks so much for your kind review Sam!! We look forward to your next visit.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful home in great location

My family stayed here for our kids' spring break and had an excellent time. The home is beautiful, very well and comfortably furnished, and in a great location. I had a couple of questions while there that the owner promptly answered, including by text message and phone call. Highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Apr, 2025
Thank you for such a kind review Scott. We're so pleased you enjoyed your stay and our home. We appreciate you for being such a thoughtful and responsible guest. We would love to have you and your family back anytime!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great spot

Couldn't have been better, great house, easy to deal with host, look forward to doing it again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Feb, 2024
Thank you Matt! We’re thrilled you had such a wonderful experience. We look forward to having you and your family again! See You again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house!

Excellent property - clean - close to beach - has everything you need and all new!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jan, 2022
Thank you for such a kind review!! We’re so pleased you enjoyed the Mama Dear House and your time on Boca Grande! Welcome back anytime!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wow! This home is an absolute gem on the island! We have had a home here for 30 years, but we needed extra space for overflow of family. It was so clean, so comfortable and SO perfect! It is located right downtown-across the street from Newlin’s (get the lobster roll!) and a short walk away from Hudson’s, the island grocery. Deana is very responsive and so helpful. We had a medical situation with a family member and not only was she helpful with resources, she was so kind and supportive! We are grateful for Deana and her beautiful home!!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Apr, 2026
Thank you for your kind review. We hope to have you back again soon. All the best!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful house

We had a lovely stay at the Mama Dear house - the property is beautifully appointed and cared for in an amazing location! We hope to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May, 2022
Thank you so much for your kind review. We’re so pleased you and your family enjoyed your stay at the Mama Dear house. We would love to welcome you back anytime!!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Boca Grande Vacation

We loved the house. It is very clean and has every amenity you need really. Close to down town. Easy check in and check out. Great family vacation house!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug, 2023
We’re so pleased you enjoyed our home and it was such a nice fit for your family’s vacation. Thank you for your kind review!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic property, huge craftsmen style home in paradise. A gem in Boca Grande.

Top notch!
Stayed 10 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 May, 2023
Thank you for such a kind review! You were an Epic Guest!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect location

We love this house. We have stayed here several times and it fits our family of 8 adults perfectly. The location is amazing… close to town and all the restaurants as well as the beach. We love the pool in the backyard as a place to relax and the house is fully stocked with all the cooking supplies you would need. We will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great week!

Loved staying at the "Mama Dear" house. Everything was awesome from start to finish! Was a great vacation week!
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spectacular Home

This home is simply stunning. Beautifully decorated, with every amenity you could possibly want. One of my all time favorite places I have ever stayed!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Sept, 2022
Thank you Ashley, for such a kind review. We truly love hearing that it was one of your all time favorite places to stay!! Our goal is to always meet, and hopefully exceed, our guests expectations. We're thrilled you enjoyed your stay. Hope to see you again soon!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Boca Grande home!

Our family of six had a wonderful vacation at MamaDear House and Boca Grande. The home is absolutely beautiful, comfortable and close to everything…the beach, shops and restaurants! We thoroughly enjoyed the pool and cooking meals in the well-appointed kitchen. Highly recommend this property and we hope to be back!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jun, 2023
Thank you for such a lovely review of our Mama Dear Home. We are so happy you and your family enjoyed your stay at our home And your time on the island. You were excellent guests and we look forward to having you back again!!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The best of Boca Grande

Beautiful, historic home updated to the most modern, high-end amenities. Charming layout and close to everything. With a golf cart (which is a must) the beach is even easier to access than the beach condos. Wonderful host.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jul, 2023
Thank you for such a kind review Anton. We are thrilled you enjoyed your week with us and on the island!! We would love to welcome you back anytime!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A Wonderful House in so many ways

Our second year at Mama Dear and it was so much fun enjoying this special place with kids and grandkids. The house is so warm, welcoming, comfortable and well laid out! The pool was a big hit! And being only a short stroll from the beach and downtown, for us, it was the perfect location. We never used our car. Can't wait til next year! Thank you!
Stayed 15 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Apr, 2026
Thank you for all you kind words and lovely review. When guests decide to come back again, it make us feel pretty special. Thank you, we’re so grateful for our return guests, along with their families.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

It’s perfect

We have stayed all over on Boca and everywhere has a little something that makes it special. This property is no exception. It’s so beautifully done and has anything you would need, great location, close to everything, yet nice and quiet. A luxurious stay, extremely well kept and cared for. Would 100% be a repeat rental for us. Thanks Deana!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Oct, 2023
Thank you Megan, for such a Kind and thoughtful review! We are thrilled you enjoyed your stay on the island and at our Mama Dear home. We wish for every guest to have your experience and we maintain our home to reflect that. We would love to have you back anytime!!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful week in Boca Grande!

We really enjoyed our week long stay at the Mama Dear House! The house is perfectly situated in town and a stones throw away from the beach. The house is very homey and comfortable and had everything we needed. We particularly loved the big dining table off the kitchen and the little games nook where my kids loved to play scrabble and card games. The pool was a great way to cool off and we used the bbq with great success. The owner Deana was very communicative and helpful with all aspects of our visit. We look forward to coming again!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Apr, 2024
Thank you Anne, for such a kind review. We’re so happy you and your family enjoyed our Mama Dear Home on Boca Grande. Love to have you back anytime!
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