Gulf Front on a ISLAND, 1 pet, tennis, pickleball,sup,kayak. POOL is CLOSED

Placida, Florida
$438 avg/night Minimum Stay 3 Nights
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Condo

Property Type

Sleep 6

Max Sleeps

Night 3 nights

Min Stay


Dolphin Beach highlights:

This unit is ONLY accessible by car ferry or private boat. Island living is so quiet and private!! Palm Island is a barrier island on the Gulf of Mexico. & miles long between Sarasota and Sanibel Island on Florida's Gulf Coast. Access is ONLY by the ferry and or private boat.
You drive your car onto the ferry and then directly to your vacation rental home.
For more information on the ferry check out the ferry web site www.palmislandtransit.com<br>

• Tile throughout (NO CARPET ANYWHERE to harbor allergens, sand, smells, spills and humidity)
• Newer kitchen cabinets and appliances, including granite counter tops
• Sleeps 6 comfortably in beds - king in master bedroom, 2 queens in guest bedroom, twin ships bunk in common area.
• Private beach level deck, including an enclosed outdoor shower.
• Upgraded bathrooms with granite top vanities with under mount sinks
• Beachfront heated pool is 2 doors away, tennis and dock with power and water are across the sand road on Bocilla Lagoon
POOL is CLOSED AT THIS TIME DUE TO HURRICANE DAMAGE
• Screened in porch on the main level
• Open balcony off the upstairs master bedroom
• Decks face Northwest for spectacular unobstructed Gulf of Mexico views and awesome sunsets.
• Fully equipped and ready for your enjoyment. Other items include, flat screen televisions, quaint artwork
• 2 kayaks, 6 beach chairs, 1 inflatable stand up paddleboard, linens , bath and beach towels, kitchen equipment, glassware, plates, silverware, etc. The list goes on and on! Also includes smart TV's in every bedroom and living room and free wireless internet access. Please inquire for more details and specifics about this great gulf front vacation rental.
Tennis and pickle ball court right across the street from the unit.
• Free parking for one car and parking on the street
• You MUST drive to the unit via the Palm Island Transit car ferry. Check their website for rates and information. The water taxi is to the restaurant, Rum Bay at the Palm Island resort on the north end of the island only and not to the rental unit.
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.


Walmart, Publix and Home Dept are only a 1-3 mile drive from the mainland ferry side.

Unlike other Florida beaches with high rise buildings and traffic, Palm Island is seven miles of quiet, uncrowded beaches, lush wilderness and seclusion.

Even a short walk in the beach can feel like a treasure hunt with the bounty of shells, and shark's teeth.

The fishing is world class!

Soak up the sun on our bath-like waters of the Gulf of Mexico, explore by kayak or stand up paddle board. We provide both free of charge.

Because our home is located in an unusual destination type ISLAND, we have a strict cancellation policy. Most travelers need to plan ahead for this type of vacation so it is difficult to re-rent the house on short notice. We strongly advise you to obtain TRAVELER'S INSURANCE.

Bring your boat or rent one for the ultimate in Florida lifestyle. Our community dock will accommodate a boat up to 22 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 (aka 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.

No smoking. Pets allowed with owner's permission and additional $150.00 pet deposit. A one pet limit 50 LBS dogs only no cats

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!

Bonus in May-Oct, turtle nesting season is active on your island!!

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    1 Total (up To 50 Lbs Per Pet) Pet Friendly Welcoming Dogs Only
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers Beach Towels On The Beach
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Local Culture & Ecosystem Education Recycling Reusable Cups Only Unit Size: 1350 Sq Ft (125 Sq M) Uses Some LED Lighting
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Dishwasher Ice Maker Kitchen Island Microwave Oven Refrigerator Spices Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill Outdoor Furniture
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Outdoor Shower Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Fishing Nearby Kayak On Site Kayaking Nearby Outdoor Pickleball Court Swimming Nearby Tennis On Site
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Games Children's Toys
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near The Ocean Near The Sea On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Housekeeping (on Request) Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevators Smoke-free Property Upper Floors Accessible By Stairs Only

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 6

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Review Review

  • Dave T.

    Submitted Nov 17, 2025

    Stayed Nov 14, 2025

    Great spot and certainly understandable why the ratings are so high. From the host to the unit itself it was fantastic. Thank you!!!

  • Misty C.

    Submitted Aug 13, 2025

    Stayed Aug 2, 2025

    We had a wonderful time. My family will definitely be booking again. Everything we needed was available in the home and it was very clean.

  • Tara S.

    Submitted Jun 22, 2025

    Stayed May 31, 2025

    Beautiful! Thanks for having us.

  • Christopher G.

    Submitted May 10, 2025

    Stayed May 6, 2025

    Our second time with this property owner. As before the location, house, and communication was outstanding. Had a great time. It is a bit more remote location due to the ferry ride to the island, but this makes for a quiet and private atmosphere. We will be back again!

  • Beat M.

    Submitted Apr 21, 2025

    Stayed Apr 11, 2025

    We had a fantastic time and will come back.

  • Terry M.

    Submitted Aug 4, 2024

    Stayed Aug 1, 2024

    We had an absolutely wonderful stay at Diane’s property for 3 days and 3 nights. The house was immaculate and well-equipped with everything we needed for a comfortable stay. The location was perfect, offering stunning views and easy access to the beach. Diane, our host, was incredibly welcoming and attentive, ensuring we had everything we needed. Her hospitality truly made our stay special. We highly recommend this property and look forward to returning in the future!

  • T C.

    Submitted Aug 2, 2024

    Stayed Jul 29, 2024

    Dolphin Beach is absolutely beautiful and just steps away from the beach. This property came with everything you might need both inside and to enjoy yourself outside. The owner Diane was very nice, informative, and responsive to any questions. My only regret about this property is not renting it longer. We will definitely be back :)

  • Holly T.

    Submitted Jul 2, 2024

    Stayed Jun 22, 2024

    We had the beach and pool to ourselves, which was amazing. The owner has stocked this place with everything. So many more things than the listing promises. Sand toys, hammock, Shell cleaning station, check. The owner was very responsive and organized. We have never had better.

  • Amy P.

    Submitted Jun 1, 2024

    Stayed May 25, 2024

    You walk into the condo, it’s clean, decorated great and then you see the wide Gulf of Mexico view and you instantly decompress. Diane’s place has everything you need. Beach towels , chairs , kayaks, paddle board, grill and allows dogs!! The kitchen is very well stocked with everything you need. Internet is fast- was able to work while looking at the gulf a few days too

  • Brad G.

    Submitted Apr 29, 2024

    Stayed Apr 20, 2024

    We love coming down to stay at Don Pedro and have had great luck when booking through Diane Reed and her places. Two of our 4 stays have been through her and we plan to go through them in the future. Great to work with, she stayed in contact and messaged me timely, and the house was amazing! Go check them out!

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