Private Vacation Home
Beach-to-Bay island estate's "Bay House" Wtrfrnt w/Dock, Kayaks, Outdoor Kitchen
Placida, Florida, United States
Bay-to-Beach Island Waterfront br"The Bay House" -- Waterfront on Little Gasparilla Island. Private and serene. Surrounded by nature.brbr An Old Florida gem, this house is the main residence in a 5+ acre property shared with two guest houses. brbrUpdated twice over the years, in its present configuration (three bedrooms and a loft), "The Bay House" comfortably accommodates 8 people. This tally assumes up to 4 adults in the two King bedrooms plus up to 4 youngsters in "youth-type" bunk singles----3 of which are accessed by ladders.brbrLittle Gasparilla Island is NOT a normal tourist destination---no traffic, no high-rise condos, no crowds, no putt-putt golf, no T-shirt shops. But it's perfect for folks who want a real vacation---ready to explore beaches and backwaters, angle for fish or photos, collect shells and shark teeth (fossilized, not fresh), read or paint, enjoy family or friends, or just relax in the sun and sand. It is truly "off the beaten path", not far, but a world away from South Beach or Disney. brbrGasparillaGetaways offers the best of this other world. Whether you are honeymooning, vacationing with family, or retreating for business, our 3-house property offers a setup that will make it special. We occupy just over five acres stretching beach to bay at the north end of the island, surrounded on three sides by natural park and aquatic preserve, and interlaced with mangrove lagoons. Our Beach Cottage, Boat House, and Bay House are three distinct properties that can be rented individually or as a unit. They each maintain their privacy, but larger groups who would like to rent multiple properties can enjoy proximity and shared amenities. These shared amenities include a full outdoor kitchen and dining area (the "Bistro"), an outdoor coffee and smoothie bar (with complimentary coffee, cream & sugar), a fire pit, yard games, kayaks, and beach gear.brbrAt GasparillaGetaways, we offer comfort, beautiful but casual accommodations, and uncommon privacy on an island that is only accessible by boat. There are no cars (no traffic and no parking lots) and no commercial activity----just miles of raw natural beauty. brbrOur "Bay House" is situated right on the Don Pedro Island Blueway Kayak Trail. (It's our residence which we offer it as a rental while we travel. The "owners suite" is not included in the rental). brbrThe wrap-around porch offers conversation and dining with a beautiful view of the bay. , and is fully equipped to accommodate up to eight people with the same high 5-star-review standard of comfort and quality as our other two rental properties, VRBO numbers 400780 (Beach Cottage) & 624895 (Boat House). brbrBAY HOUSE ARRANGEMENTS:brMain level master bedroom with king bed and en suite full bathroom (a second bathroom door allows access from the hallway) brFully equipped kitchen with stainless steel appliances and granite counter topsbrLarge dining table and open floor planbrLiving area with wood burning stovebrAdditional living area with large television for movie watchingbrThird bedroom has three kid-type bunk bedsbrAdditional half bath on main levelbrWrap around screened porch on main level with multiple seating areas and a large dining tablebrBonus loft with wraparound upper deck, french doors, daybed, and sitting areabrWasher and dryerbrCustom tile and original artwork throughoutbrbrPROVISIONS:brKayaksbrLinens, bath towels, and beach towelsbrBeach chairs and umbrellasbrPropane for the grillbrWood for the fire pitbrPots, pans, dishes, utensilsbrSlow cookerbrKitchenaide mixerbrSmoothie maker/ BlenderbrCoffee maker, milk warmer/frotherbrSalt and Pepper and other assorted spicesbrHair dryer, Q tips and cosmetic padsbrStarter rolls of paper towels and toilet tissuebrDish washing soapbrlaundry detergent and fabric softener sheetsbrIroning board brGarbage bagsbrbrbrbrbrRENTAL AGREEMENTbrCheck in is 3:30 pm or afterbrCheck out is by 10:00 ambrNo petsbrNo smokingbrUp to eight occupantsbrGuests agree to hold owner harmless for any injuries or illnesses incurred while using our home, boardwalks, kayaks, grill, or other property.brGuests agree to remove all food items and all garbage from the property upon departure (can be disposed of at the marina for $3 per large bag.)
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