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Welcome to DOCKTAILS - direct Bayfront - tropical private island - PRIVATE DOCK

Waterfront vacation home with kitchen and patio

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Outdoor dining
TV
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
TV
Marina
Experience the tranquil charm of Little Gasparilla Island at this 3-bedroom waterfront cottage. Unwind on the screened-in front porch or stroll along pristine sandy beaches. Enjoy kayaking, paddleboarding, or fishing in Placida Harbor and Boca Grande Pass with a private dock for your boat.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Welcome to DOCKTAILS - direct Bayfront - tropical private island - PRIVATE DOCK

Isn't it time for Docktails?
You bet it is! Sip something refreshing while soaking in calm bay views from this charming waterfront cottage on Little Gasparilla Island.



This 3-bedroom, 3-bath retreat includes a screened porch overlooking the bay, an outdoor shower, and a private dock for boats up to 24 ft. The main home offers an open living area, dining space, and kitchen with two bedrooms-one king and two twins-while a detached bungalow provides two additional queen beds.
Enjoy peaceful island walks, watch dolphins and manatees, or head out on the water-this home comes stocked with 5 kayaks, 2 paddle boards, 1 canoe, and a surfboard for your enjoyment. You'll also find 8 beach chairs, 2 beach wagons, a luggage cart, and 16 beach towels to make your beach days effortless. After a sun-soaked adventure, rinse off in the outdoor shower and relax on the screened porch as you take in the tranquil bay views.

Little Gasparilla is a private, bridgeless island-accessed only by boat or water taxi-with no cars or commercial stores, just sandy paths and endless beach.
Amenities: A/C, Wi-Fi, Dish TV, washer/dryer, propane grill, dishwasher, microwave, coffeemaker, blender, linens, beach chairs, wagons, beach towels, outdoor shower, and life jackets.

Pets with owner approval $150 non-refundable pet fee per pet (breed/size limits apply)

$500 refundable security deposit



12% tax, cleaning, and reservation fees apply

3% credit card fee (waived for check payments)



5-night minimum; shorter stays at higher nightly rate



No smoking

Escape the mainland and unwind where sunsets, shelling, and serenity await.
Stay a week or a lifetime-Docktails makes every day feel like island time.
Located directly in between Sarasota and Ft. Myers on Southwest Florida's Gulf Coast, Little Gasparilla is as close as you can get to Old Florida! There are no paved roads or commercial establishments on the island, only miles of sandy trails flanked by tropical foliage. Take long leisurely walks or travel by golf cart down these paths to explore the beauty of the island. The peaceful, uncrowded beach provides plenty of room for you to bathe in the sun all day, enjoy outstanding shelling, bird watching, swimming, playing with your children, and beautiful water views, but best of all, the brilliant sunsets at the end of each perfect day. There is great fishing to be had in Placida Harbor for Snook, Trout, Redfish, Snapper and more, and in the world famous Boca Grande Pass you can try your hand at Tarpon fishing. Little Gasparilla Island is the ideal place to get away from the mainland madness. Come relax and unwind in a secluded tropical paradise.

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

**PLEASE NOTE: This is a bridgeless, barrier island that is accessed by water taxi or private boat. Call us for details!

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

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Paddleboard
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Pets considered by some owners

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite 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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

House
Vrbo Property
Bay front home with separate bungalow
0213

About the neighborhood

Map
Placida, FL

What's nearby

  • Little Gasparilla Island Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Don Pedro Island State Park - 1 min drive - 0.0 miles
  • Gasparilla Marina - 29 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Don Pedro Island Beach - 34 min drive - 6.5 miles
  • Boca Grande Beach - 39 min drive - 10.6 miles

Getting around

  • Punta Gorda Airport (PGD) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Steamers Oyster Bar - ‬39 min drive
  • ‪The Lighthouse Grill - ‬40 min drive
  • ‪Manatee Beans & Brews - ‬38 min drive
  • ‪New Faull Inn - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Smokin Jerry’s - ‬30 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Welcome to DOCKTAILS - direct Bayfront - tropical private island - PRIVATE DOCK pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Welcome to DOCKTAILS - direct Bayfront - tropical private island - PRIVATE DOCK?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Welcome to DOCKTAILS - direct Bayfront - tropical private island - PRIVATE DOCK?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Welcome to DOCKTAILS - direct Bayfront - tropical private island - PRIVATE DOCK located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Don Pedro Island State Park and Little Gasparilla Island Beach. Tails and Scales Charters and Gasparilla Marina are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Welcome to DOCKTAILS - direct Bayfront - tropical private island - PRIVATE DOCK Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mike and Mona E.

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

Perfect fisherman’s getaway

We loved being able to see the boat. Fish cleaning station and dock area are great!. The house is fully equipped with toys for young and old, indoor and outdoor toys. Clean. And……we love the island wildlife!
Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry (Keith) M.

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

Everything you want and need

This home was perfect for our family. We have been visiting the Island for 25+ years and found this house to check all the boxes! The location is wonderful, so private and quiet with a wonderful dock providing shaded and fan cooled sitting area and more ,ample, comfortable outside space , an amazing outside shower and any thing you may need for your beach trip! The home is well appointed and stocked with anything you could possibly need! We Will Be Back!!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela A.

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

Return to Paradise

We have been vacationing on LGI for almost 20 years but this was our first visit to Docktails and it was wonderful. The house is well stocked and comfortable - lots of beach gear, towels, puzzles, etc. and a short walk to the beach. But as the name implies, the real star is the dock and outside porch; it is really perfect for hanging out and enjoying the peace of LGI. Tarpon Realty was terrific to work with, too, and very communicative. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

JoAnn T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Docktails

This is a great property. We have been renting it for years.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stacy s.

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

Family getaway

Great view of the bay ! Relaxing and peaceful with amazing beach. Plenty of room for the family!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tina N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025