10/10 Excellent
joe s.
26 May, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend in paradise
joe s.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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Secluded Beach House, steps to Sandy Beach on LGI with a shared dock!🏖️🎣
Cottage in Placida with kitchen and balcony
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Placida, FL
- Place, Little Gasparilla Island Beach3 min walk
- Place, Gasparilla Marina28 min drive
- Place, Boca Grande Beach40 min drive
- Airport, Punta Gorda Airport (PGD)80 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2 (Outside Shower)
Shower only · Shampoo
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area
About this property
Secluded Beach House, steps to Sandy Beach on LGI with a shared dock!🏖️🎣
Escape to a private paradise at Seaside Cottage on Little Gasparilla Island! ☀️Enjoy a secluded stay in a renovated cottage just steps away from a private beach. This is a BRIDGELESS barrier island which gives guests an uncrowded beach and secluded atmosphere. It is only a 2-minute walk to the beautiful beach and owners include complimentary beach chairs and an umbrella. 🌺
The Space:
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 Eldred’s 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, and peace. 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, and traffic.
Seaside Cottage is a comfortable two-bedroom cottage on desirable Seagrape Lane. It features a screened porch with chaise lounges and a table for dining. It also has an outdoor grill to cook the fresh seafood caught during your fishing expeditions. Inside, visitors will find an open area with a fully equipped kitchen and new appliances. The master bedroom features a queen bed and the other has two twin beds. The outside shower gives you the luxury to refresh yourself after a beach day. An outside ring camera is on the left side of the porch. The camera is only used for security purposes. It does not affect the guest's privacy because the camera faces the stairs. 🩴
The Space:
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 Eldred’s 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, and peace. 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, and traffic.
Seaside Cottage is a comfortable two-bedroom cottage on desirable Seagrape Lane. It features a screened porch with chaise lounges and a table for dining. It also has an outdoor grill to cook the fresh seafood caught during your fishing expeditions. Inside, visitors will find an open area with a fully equipped kitchen and new appliances. The master bedroom features a queen bed and the other has two twin beds. The outside shower gives you the luxury to refresh yourself after a beach day. An outside ring camera is on the left side of the porch. The camera is only used for security purposes. It does not affect the guest's privacy because the camera faces the stairs. 🩴
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Strip the used bed sheets and place them with all the used bath and hand towels in the hamper located in the laundry room.
Place used tableware in the dishwasher and all garbage in the trash bin next to the barbecue hut. If you used the hand cart and laminated boat placard, please return them to the house.
Turn off all lights and set the air conditioning to 76 degrees. Lock both doors! First, lock the front door from the inside and exit the house using the porch door.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
You need to know
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Placida
Located in Placida, this cottage is near the beach. Gasparilla Marina and Uncle Henrys Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Englewood Beach and Don Pedro Island State Park.
Placida, FL
What's nearby
- Little Gasparilla Island Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Don Pedro Island State Park - 2 min drive - 1.1 km
- Gasparilla Marina - 28 min drive - 5.3 km
- Don Pedro Island Beach - 34 min drive - 9.4 km
- Boca Grande Beach - 40 min drive - 15.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Steamers Oyster Bar - 37 min drive
- The Lighthouse Grill - 37 min drive
- Manatee Beans & Brews - 36 min drive
- Smokin Jerry’s - 28 min drive
- The Outlet At The Inlett Restaurant - 37 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
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Communication
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Location
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Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Erin E.
19 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Erin E.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Steven R.
22 Jun, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect vacation
Steven R.
Stayed 11 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Angi C.
28 Mar, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful week
Angi C.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Joe B.
1 Apr, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Spring Break
Joe B.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kimberly S.
6 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful Island Escape
Kimberly S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Alicia R.
24 Feb, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute, clean, close to the beach
Alicia R.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
About the host
Hosted by Maday Leon
“Hi there! We are Maday and Ricardo, originally from Cuba but have lived in Florida for 30 years. We discovered Little Gasparilla Island on our 28-anniversary trip in 2018 and fell in love with the island. Then, we found this house, did an extensive renovation, and decided to share our cozy cottage with other families. We have two adult children and grandkids who love spending time here. Our hobbies are traveling and spending time with the family.
We are looking forward to hearing from you! I’ll do my best to make your stay comfortable and help you enjoy this magical place to the fullest! Feel free to contact me with any questions regarding my listing.”
Why they chose this property
The most unique attribute of Little Gasparilla is its lack of a bridge. All access is by private boat or water taxi. There are no roads and no cars, and traffic and tourists are just a mainland memory. The island offers 7 miles of beautiful pristine beach unspoiled by either seawalls or high-rises. During the summer, the beach is a nesting spot for endangered sea turtles which lay their eggs in the warm sand near the dunes.
The shells on the island are among the most plentiful on the West Coast and the beaches are dotted with prehistoric shark's teeth free for collecting. The best time to go shelling is just before and at low tide and after a storm. Be sure to check the high tide lines where the surf often tosses the largest shells. The sandbars are home to sand dollars, whelks, starfish and conchs.
Mostly, Little Gasparilla offers privacy and tranquility and a rare sense of peace not found at many Florida vacation spots.
What makes this property unique
Many days you can walk the beach for hours without seeing another soul. Golf cart rentals are available on the island for scenic tours, but many people prefer to walk the sandy pathways.
All of the beaches on Little Gasparilla Island are privately owned by the homeowners up to the high-water line. There are no golf carts allowed on the beach.
Bird watchers will spot egret and osprey, rare white pelicans, blue herons, and even the occasional bald eagle. The waters are rich with manatees and dolphins and the waves are gentle and calming and perfect for floating on a raft. The bottom is mostly white sand, so there is little to see while snorkeling...though you can often find sand dollars off the sand bar.
Fishing from either the dock or the beach can provide daily entertainment -- and a hearty meal depending on your luck...and at the end of a long day, a breathtaking sunset over the Gulf of Mexico gently eases you into the evening.
Languages:
English, Spanish
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