Susie's LGI - Free Ferry + Golf Cart + Pool

Summary:

Accessible only by boat, "Susie's" is nestled on Florida's gulf coast island of Little Gasparilla Island, or LGI as the locals call it. LGI is next to Boca Grande and its world famous Tarpon fishing, but offers a uniquely secluded and relaxed atmosphere consisting of 7 miles of undisturbed beach, unpaved cart paths that wind through lush tree canopies, and an old Florida vibe that will make you forget the mainland. Included is use of a golf cart, FREE ferry service and mainland parking.



The Space:

Cozy two bedroom, two bath townhome with a screened porch and an open living space. The first bedroom and bath are on the main level; 2nd bedroom and bath are on the 3rd level; and the covered deck and open air golf cart garage are below on the 1st level.



The townhome comes with necessary soft goods like bedding, throw blankets, and both bath and beach towels. We also have a Pack n' Play for the little ones. The kitchen is stocked with most of the cookware and dining essentials. There is a propane grill on the lower level, as well as an assortment of beach chairs, an umbrella, and a cooler for taking refreshments to the beach or pool.



The family room bedrooms have smart TVs for logging into your personal streaming subscriptions. There is WiFi in the unit as well.



Our golf cart is included and can hold up to 4 guests. Slips for boats up to 24' are first come, first served; must register with caretaker once docked. There are many boat rental options nearby if you want to rent by the day or by the week.



Guest Access:

Guests will have access to our entire townhome, porch, covered deck and garage, as well as all of the community amenities offered by Hideaway Bay Beach Club



The Neighborhood:

Little Gasparilla Island is unique in that is has no commercial businesses, no paved roads, no crowds, and no worries. Susie's is located in Hideaway Bay Beach Club, which includes ferry, private beach boardwalk, community pool, and neighborhood BBQ pit and smokers (for guest use) with outdoor picnic space that can accommodate community or family gatherings.



The ferry runs regularly every day, from 8AM-8PM on weekdays, and 8AM-10PM on weekends. Guests unload their belongings into a provided cart and roll it down the dock onto the ferry, and then after a 10min ride, they roll it off the ferry onto the island and about 2min down the path to the townhome.



Golf carts are used for transportation and exploring, but are not required as the docks/inter-coastal waterway, pool, and beach are all 2-5min walks from our unit.



Getting Around:

On Island, there are paths throughout the island for walking or using the golf cart. There is no public transport.



Off island, ride-shares are unreliable so arranging for a cab or driving are the best option. There is an extra large sidewalk down our main road, and you can bike to/from Publix and onto Boca Grande pretty easily from our mainland parking lot.



Other Things to Note:

***Primary renter must be at least 25 years of age***



***IF YOU REQUIRE A GOLF CART FOR MOBILITY*** The golf cart is provided as an added convenience for our guests, but its availability for use simply cannot be guaranteed. And, because we do not charge extra for its use, we are unable to provide any refund should it become inoperable. We do our best to keep the golf cart operational at all times, but issues can happen and making repairs on the island is not always done easily or quickly. For this reason, if you require a golf cart for mobility to/from the ferry dock, the pool, and/or the beach, we insist that you rent one from LGI Carts. They will deliver the cart to the unit prior to your arrival and, in case of a break down, can quickly repair or replace the cart for you. We appreciate all guests' patience and understanding of these terms.



This is a bridge-less island without any sidewalks or paved roads. There are no stores or retail businesses, so anything that you would like to have on the island in addition to what we've listed, you will need to bring with you or travel off of the island on the ferry to purchase and pick up.



We are not part of a beach resort or hotel, and some guests may have expectations that simply cannot be met. We hope that we've provided enough details through descriptions and photos to accurately depict what a vacation on LGI will look and feel like, and we're always available for questions.



We are always happy to answer any questions you may have before, during, or after your stay.



We've loved this place for over 27 years, and we think you'll love it too!



Interaction with Guests:

We are not always on the island, but are reachable by text and phone when needed. The community has a Caretaker who can assist with many issues you might experience, and there is always an EMT/Firefighter on-island in case of emergency.