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Fish Tales & Flip Flops - Spectacular Palm Island pool home

Waterfront holiday home with private pool and kitchen

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Exterior
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Property grounds

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pool

Explore the area

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Placida, FL
  • Place, Don Pedro Island Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Don Pedro Island State Park
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Englewood Beach
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Punta Gorda Airport (PGD)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Fish Tales & Flip Flops - Spectacular Palm Island pool home

Escape to this Stunning 3BR, 1.5BA home on beautiful Palm Island-accessible only by ferry or boat! Enjoy sunny days by your private pool, fishing off the dock, or exploring the island with the kayaks, canoe, and paddle board provided. Just a short golf cart ride to the beach for incredible sunsets and shelling.

Relax on the screened porch or ground-level patio, rinse off in the outdoor shower, and take advantage of amenities including WiFi, ice maker, washer/dryer, Gas Grill and Fire Pit.
Accommodates: 7 guests | Beds: 3 Queens, 1 Twin
Extras: Pool, Dock, Golf Cart, Kayaks, Canoe, Paddle Board, Outdoor Shower, Grills
Pets: With owner approval ($150 fee). No smoking
Note: 12% tax, cleaning/reservation fees, and $500 refundable deposit apply. 3% credit card fee (checks accepted).

Access by car ferry or private boat. Contact Tarpon Rental Services to confirm your stay!
Located directly in between Sarasota and Ft. Myers on Southwest Florida's Gulf Coast, Palm Island is as close as you can get to Old Florida! Beautiful barrier island, that offers sandy beach paths and the turquoise waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Take the car ferry over to decompress and escape the rush and routines! Golf carts are the preferred method of transportation! There is one restaurant on the island, as well as a place to get ice cream.
Come relax and unwind in a secluded tropical paradise.

Palm Island is for those seeking a respite from the hectic pace of the mainland and the hassles of everyday life. Escape to Palm Island where you can Stay a Week or a Lifetime!

Please note: An additional 3% credit card fee applies for all payments made by credit card. To avoid this fee, feel free to pay by check. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation
**PLEASE NOTE: This is a bridgeless, barrier island that is accessed by car ferry or private boat. Call us for details!

**NO BOOKING IS CONFIRMED/FINALIZED UNTIL you have been contacted by Tarpon Rental Services staff!

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Pets considered by some owners
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Placida

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Palm Island, a neighbourhood in Placida. Oyster Creek Golf Club and ​Boca Grande 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 Stump Pass Beach State Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at CoolToday Park or Englewood Recreation Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Placida, FL

What's nearby

  • Don Pedro Island Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Don Pedro Island State Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Englewood Beach - 14 min drive - 15.6 km
  • Venice Beach - 38 min drive - 38.4 km
  • Turtle Beach - 49 min drive - 62.0 km

Getting around

  • Punta Gorda Airport (PGD) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • Steamers Oyster Bar
  • The Lighthouse Grill
  • Manatee Beans & Brews
  • New Faull Inn
  • Ken & Barb's Grove City Kitchen

Frequently asked questions

Does Fish Tales & Flip Flops - Spectacular Palm Island pool home have a pool?

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

Is Fish Tales & Flip Flops - Spectacular Palm Island pool home pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Fish Tales & Flip Flops - Spectacular Palm Island pool home?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Fish Tales & Flip Flops - Spectacular Palm Island pool home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fish Tales & Flip Flops - Spectacular Palm Island pool home?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Fish Tales & Flip Flops - Spectacular Palm Island pool home located?

Located in Palm Island, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Don Pedro Island Beach and Lemon Bay. Don Pedro Island State Park and Little Gasparilla Island Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Beth K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing home, great accommodations, and location was perfect! Loved the pool, use of the golf cart, well stocked, all the little details were there and much appreciated!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nisleidy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really relaxing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannah D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was amazing, my family loved the private pool and the golf cart. It’s very quiet and the screen in porch is lovely when you first wake up and get to watch the sunrise. If you are looking for a secluded and peaceful vacation this is the spot to book. It’s also pet friendly and our dog loved it! Me and my family are looking forward to booking this place again next year and possibly a longer stay as well!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle G.

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

Great time at Fish Tales and Flip Flops!

Had a great stay at this property! The location was perfect and the house had everything we could ask for. We’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

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

Paradise

Love the island and this place. Part of me doesn’t want to give this place a great review because I don’t want others to know about this piece of paradise we found. Great house that makes you feel like you’ve always lived there. Love the views, the pool and the general area. Hope to come again!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Laurel M.

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

Fish Tales & Flip flops

We had a great time at this property! Came with an onsite heated pool & golf cart - so nice! Accvomodations inside for games & meals around the table were tight, but nice on the lanai. & meals were a ll
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica S.

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

perfect place for a getaway

Great place to stay! We enjoyed it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Lyndsey R., Fleming Island, USA

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

Enjoyed our stay

House had everything that we needed. We enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janelle S.

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

Love it every year

The best vacation we take each year!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

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

Great stay on Palm Island!

Check in process was easy, Michelle called ahead of time with all of the details - making the process seamless. Property was clean and very well appointed. We had everything we needed and more in the kitchen. Tons of outdoor living space and activities. Loved having the dock and pool. Would stay again!.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Whitney K., Bradenton, FL

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

Loved our stay

Loved our time at Fish Tales and Flip flops. Perfect place for our family of 4. Enjoyed the pool and the dock. We had a fabulous family vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Zackary V.

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

Amazing Property

We had a wonderful time and could not have picked a better property.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Darla K.

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

Amazing house!

Such a great house and property! This house is fully equipped with everything, and so much to do! I truly enjoyed this place with my family so much. Would highly recommend.😊
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

lindy m.

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

Summer fun

Lovely week spent in this well appointed home! It had everything we could have needed- fully stocked kitchen, golf cart, kayaks, a pool! Our family enjoyed our time here together on beautiful palm island!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susanne G.

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

Super cute and joyful!

a cute and comfy and well adorned place! wonderfully stocked and perfect for our party of 3! the island location is magical. All around - a great getaway!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert C.

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

Great property

Better than advertised. Great pool, super well stocked, short golf cart ride to an empty pristine beach. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jane M.

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

First family vacation

Great house and location. It was our first family vacation with our kids and their spouses and our first grandchild. Loved the 2 kayaks, pool and a quick golf cart ride to the beach. My husband loved quiet fishing on the dock. We loved it all!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Niky W.

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

Weekend Get-a-Way

Perfect little spot for a long weekend. The bikes and golf cart make it easy to get around the island. Plenty of beach towels and chairs available to use! The pool was the perfect place to hang out after a day of fishing! We enjoyed our weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

John C.

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

VACA

Awesome!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca B.

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

Great place

This rental was very nice and we had a great stay. The golf cart made our trips to the beach a breeze. The bikes weren't in that great of condition so we didn't end up using those. The kitchen was well stocked for cooking for a family. The private dock made our fishing very enjoyable as we could come and go very easily. I would definitely recommend this rental.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea L.

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

Lovely property

We loved our stay! The property was very clean and had everything you need and more. You can tell owners put a lot attention to details and love in the decor. Property managers and cleaning staff were on point. We loved the screen patio upstairs. We were able to have all the meals outside. Downstairs beautiful set up, outdoor shower, pool, hammock, grill and fire pit. The golf cart available in the property was a great way to tour the beautiful and super private island and got us to the beach for amazing sunsets. Will love to rent again for a longer stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Lee C.

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

Nice place to get away yet stay connected

Beautiful property, quiet neighborhood. Great dock for fishing, nice pool, a few mosquitoes so bring your spray. We had some problems with the golf cart holding a charge so hopefully that’s fixable cause that would have been great to use. We rented a boat and had it delivered, it’s an easy route to Stump Pass or Boca Grande. Beach is literally just a couple minutes and never was very crowded. Hardly no one at times. All in all a great vacation 😀
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrew V.

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

Summer Vacation with family

We stayed for our family vacation. It was great having a golf cart included with the rental to get around the island without added expense. We enjoyed games on the screened porch in the evenings. Pool was great to cool off in during the day. We fished from the dock. Garden area around pool was well kept. Sitting area with hammock under the house was nicely shaded and provided escape from the sun. Kayaks and paddle boards were great for water fun. Kitchen was well stocked with everything we needed to prepare meals. A/C works great. Location was easy access to beach with golf cart. Upstairs loft was perfect for our 14 year old son. The two queen bedrooms on the main level worked well for my wife and I and our daughter and son-in-law. Nice Weber gas Grill. Great place to stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

amie b.

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

Wonderful

This is the fifth time we have stayed at this house. We love it. The location is perfect. Don Pedro Island is a small, friendly community with its own beautiful beach. The house itself is great. The back yard is lovely and the pool is such a nice bonus. The fenced in yard allowed us to bring our dog. There is a little gap in the fence in the front so if you have a small escape Artist just keep your eye out. But the yard has such pretty landscaping and plenty of outdoor furniture. When you’ve had too much Sun you can go under the house and hang out there. We love to spend time on the porch just looking out at the canal. Judy and Audrey are very nice and easy to communicate with. House is clean and decor is nice and beachy. All and all, a wonderful place.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Beth M.

Had a great time!

We stayed the first week in January. We had a very nice time. House is great, location is great. The golf cart and kayaks were very nice to use. We couldn't believe the amount of shark teeth we found on the beach! They were EVERYWHERE! We even found one in our water shoes when we got home! When we took the kayaks out, we saw dolphins, and a shark! The shark swam under the kayaks, and we were able to touch it! It was a bonnethead shark. We took the kayaks down to the hidden lake. That was fun-a bit of a trip but worth it. The pool was nice, but cold. The pool guy came near the end of the week and said our heater was off...so we didn't swim much. The weather was very chilly, so we had to wear coats or jackets, but it was very beautiful and a good vacation. The transport over to the island is very short, and very expensive. Make sure to bring everything you need, as there is nowhere to purchase items on the island, but it is worth it to not have crowds on the beach. The local people were very friendly. We lost power, but when we called they were quick to respond and got it right back on.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2017

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