Beachfront! Pet Friendly, Remodeled, Amazing Sunsets, Pool, Dock, 40+ Reviews!
(44 Reviews)
- Minimum stay:2-7 nights
- Sleeps:6
- Bedrooms:2
- Bathrooms:3
- Property type:Townhome
- Internet:Yes
- Pets considered:Yes
- Wheel chair accessible:No
About the Property
2 bedrooms with 2.5 baths located directly on the Gulf of Mexico!
• New designer tile throughout (NO CARPET ANYWHERE to harbor allergens, sand, smells, spills and humidity)
• You can drive your car directly to Dolphin Beach via a 3 minute car ferry ride
• New kitchen cabinets and appliances, including granite counter tops
• Sleeps six comfortably in beds - king in master bedroom, 2 queens in guest bedroom and twin ships bunk
• Great beach level deck, including an enclosed outdoor shower, and snack bar with sink
• Upgraded bathrooms with granite top vanities with under mount sinks
• Beachfront heated pool is 2 doors down, tennis and dock with power and water are across the sand road on Bocilla Lagoon.
• Screened in porch on the main level, and open balcony off the upstairs master bedroom that both offer an unobstructed beach view and awesome sunsets!
• Loaded with great amenities - 2 kayaks, 2 bikes, fully equipped and optional Golf Cart!
No crowds here, just miles of unspoiled, 100% natural Florida (the way it used to be!). World renowned shelling, fantastic sunsets, bird watching galore, kayaking, dolphins, gopher tortoise, and a lively lagoon where fish jump all day long. Don Pedro State park is a short walk down the beach. You’ll want to capture the Island’s charm by traveling via golf cart, we rarely use cars here. Golf cart rental is available.
Bring your boat or rent one for the ultimate in Florida lifestyle. Our community dock will accommodate a boat up to 20 feet. Like to fish? Fish right off the dock or try your luck surf fishing or book a charter with one of the local guides for a thrilling day of sport fishing or backwater challenges. Trout, Redfish, Snook, Tarpon and Grouper are just a few of the many species that call our waters home.
Don Pedro Island (Palm Island) is a barrier island and a stones throw from the mainland. You’ll arrive via a short car ferry ride that takes about three minutes. Our island has a terrific resort that offers a casual restaurant, ice cream/deli shop, sundries store and a pirate show for the kids. The island is almost all single family homes so you’ll quickly find it has a pristine 'non-commercial” family feel. There are no large high-rise resorts, beach bars or traffic and noise. If you’re looking for that place in the sun that you can actually hear the wind whistle through the palms - you’ve found your place.
Off island you’ll be close to restaurants, shops, golf courses and world famous Boca Grande as well as other attractions. As we like to say... civilization is close but not too close. Boca Grande offers exclusive shopping, dining and sightseeing. By boat you can reach Cayo Costa Island State Park and Cabbage Key where Jimmy Buffet was inspired to write 'Cheeseburger In Paradise.' Do it all, or do nothing at all, that’s the “island” lifestyle. It’s laid back, always casual (leave your tie at home) and Florida at its best.
Sleeps six comfortably. No smoking. Pets allowed with owner's permission, additional pet deposit and fee per pet applies. Spacious, open floor plan. Fully equipped kitchen. Nice screened porch that opens into the living room. Master bedroom with private bath and beachfront balcony.
Don Pedro/Palm Island is an experience like no other. Come to our island and see why so many have fallen in love with this little 'slice' of paradise!
Owner
Member since: 2004
Property Type
- Townhome
- On floor 1
- 1250 sq. ft.
House Rules
- Max. occupancy 6
- Children Welcome
- Non Smoking Only
- Pets Considered
Accommodation Type
- Vacation Rental
Meals
- Guests Provide Their Own Meals
Onsite Services
- Concierge
- Massage
Suitability
- Long-Term Renters Welcome
- Wheelchair Inaccessible
Bedrooms: 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6, Beds for 6
Bathrooms: 3 Bathrooms
Other Amenities
Entertainment
- Satellite / Cable
- Stereo
- Television
Theme
- Adventure
- Away From It All
- Family
- Romantic
- Sports & Activities
Attractions
- Churches
- Cinemas
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Library
- Live Theater
- Marina
- Restaurants
Local Services & Businesses
- ATM/Bank
- Groceries
- Hospital
- Massage Therapist
Leisure Activities
- Antiquing
- Beachcombing
- Bird Watching
- Boating
- Eco Tourism
- Shelling
- Shopping
- Sight Seeing
- Walking
- Wildlife Viewing
Location Type
- Beach View
- Ocean View
- Oceanfront
- Waterfront
Sports & Adventure Activities
- Cycling
- Deepsea Fishing
- Fishing
- Fly Fishing
- Golf
- Hiking
- Jet Skiing
- Kayaking
- Paragliding
- Parasailing
- Pier Fishing
- Roller Blading
- Sailing
- Scuba Diving Or Snorkeling
- Snorkeling
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Sound/Bay Fishing
- Surf Fishing
- Surfing
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Water Skiing
- Water Tubing
- Wind-Surfing
Dining
- Dining
- Dining Area
- Seating for 6 people
General
- Air Conditioning
- Clothes Dryer
- Hair Dryer
- Heating
- Internet
- Iron & Board
- Linens Provided
- Living Room
- Parking
- Towels Provided
- Washing Machine
Kitchen
- Coffee Maker
- Dishes & Utensils
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Pantry Items
- Refrigerator
- Stove
- Toaster
Outside
- Balcony
- Bicycles
- Deck / Patio
- Kayak / Canoe
- Lanai / Gazebo
- Tennis
Pool / Spa
- Heated Pool
Building Type
- Building
Location
Car: Recommended
Unspoiled, uncrowded and unbelievable location. It's old Florida at its best. One of the best beaches in the world and certainly one of the best in Florida. World-class Boca Grande is very close and Englewood offers some quaint shopping and local restaurants. It's an old Florida beach town that has managed to stay connected to a slower pace and tropical living.
Owner info
Year Purchased: 2013
About the owner: I grew up in Florida and as a child and teenager we would always head over to the Gulf Coast beaches for our recreation and vacations. It was a lot of fun and holds a bunch of fond memories for me. Back then, the Gulf Coast was less discovered and certainly less developed. Today, 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 high-rise buildings. It is the best of Old Florida, natural, unspoiled and a genuine paradise.
Why the Owner Chose Palm Island, FL, USA:
We bought 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. 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 quality restaurant and ice cream/deli shoppe and small sundries store. Most all of the island traffic is by golf cart.
The Unique Benefits at this Townhome:
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 un-crowded and un-spoiled beaches, 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 town home is pet-friendly with tile floors throughout, a private outdoor shower (which is great for pets!). We always travel with our dog and we know many of you won't leave home without yours either. After all, they're part of the family. There's an entertainment area under the unit with a charcoal grill, snack bar area, table and chairs. You'll see plenty of Gopher Tortoise and native birds. The beach is literally at your doorstep as is the private community pool.
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Photos
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![Stunning Gulf views from the upper deck balcony directly off the master bedroom.]()
Stunning Gulf views from the upper deck balcony directly off the master bedroom.
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![Seating for six with Gulf views all around.]()
Seating for six with Gulf views all around.
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![Casual living room with direct Gulf views.]()
Casual living room with direct Gulf views.
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![Cozy ship bunk in the living room.]()
Cozy ship bunk in the living room.
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![Double queen beds in the guest bedroom.]()
Double queen beds in the guest bedroom.
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![Updated guest bathroom.]()
Updated guest bathroom.
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![Great views of the Gulf of Mexico!]()
Great views of the Gulf of Mexico!
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![The pool is directly on the Gulf of Mexico!]()
The pool is directly on the Gulf of Mexico!
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![View of our town homes. Note the Gulf front pool house in yellow.]()
View of our town homes. Note the Gulf front pool house in yellow.
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![Another great sunset on the island.]()
Another great sunset on the island.
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![Private tennis court across the sand road.]()
Private tennis court across the sand road.
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![Native Gopher Tortoise.]()
Native Gopher Tortoise.
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![Fully updated kitchen with all new appliances.]()
Fully updated kitchen with all new appliances.
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![Beautiful Gulf views and the breezy screened porch.]()
Beautiful Gulf views and the breezy screened porch.
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![Large flat screen television in the main living area.]()
Large flat screen television in the main living area.
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![Gorgeous luxury master bedroom with full Gulf views.]()
Gorgeous luxury master bedroom with full Gulf views.
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![Updated master 'spa-style' bath.]()
Updated master 'spa-style' bath.
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![Two beach style bikes are included.]()
Two beach style bikes are included.
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![View of the beach and Gulf front pool just steps away!]()
View of the beach and Gulf front pool just steps away!
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![Best sunsets in Florida!]()
Best sunsets in Florida!
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![Street view of Dolphin Beach. Only four units per building!]()
Street view of Dolphin Beach. Only four units per building!
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![Dock area on Bocilla Lagoon across the sand road.]()
Dock area on Bocilla Lagoon across the sand road.
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![Great birdwatching.]()
Great birdwatching.
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![An alert Osprey keeps an eye on Bocilla Lagoon.]()
An alert Osprey keeps an eye on Bocilla Lagoon.
VRBO #476674
This listing was first published here in 2013.
Date last modified - Tuesday, May 23, 2017
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