Sea Star: Newly renovated cozy beachfront cottage, 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 newly renovated 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.



An open concept kitchen, with island seating, and living room looks out sliding glass doors to the 180 degree view of the Gulf of Mexico and 7 miles of white sand beaches. Also on the main 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 fresh new 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 perfect for kids or teenagers who want their privacy!



The kitchen features a stove, and full size refrigerator, and 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. Extras with this rental include free use of a dock slip, wi-fi...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.



WiFi - Included.



Pet Policy - pet-friendly with $100 non-refundable fee (per pet)- Please reach out to verify dog breed and size prior to booking. Some pet's excluded due to insurance reasons.



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



Coffee maker- Drip (filters provided)



Parking - $12 /night ($15/night if you have a boat trailer) at Eldred's Marina where you meet the boat taxi



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:

Our Guest Services Manager lives on island and is your go-to person for immediate needs.