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Experience the charm of island tranquility with this enchanting 4-bedroom

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A wooden deck with a glass door leading to a dining area. A sign on the wall reads "Pura Vida Where Troubles Melt Like Lemon Drops."
A spacious kitchen with a central island, white cabinetry, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.
A wooden boardwalk leading through dense vegetation.
An aerial view of a coastal resort with multiple buildings, a beach, and clear turquoise waters.
A coastal residential area with houses surrounded by lush greenery and a clear view of the ocean.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

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Placida, FL
  • Place, Little Gasparilla Island Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Boca Grande Beach
    ‪38 min drive‬
  • Place, Gasparilla Island State Park
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Airport, Punta Gorda Airport (PGD)
    ‪77 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Placida

Located in Placida, this vacation home is by the sea, a 1-minute drive from Little Gasparilla Island Beach and 6 minutes from Don Pedro Island State Park. .This vacation home is 18.9 mi (30.5 km) from Venice Beach and 12.9 mi (20.7 km) from Englewood Beach.

What's nearby

  • Little Gasparilla Island Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Don Pedro Island State Park - 5 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Boca Grande Beach - 38 min drive - 9.1 miles
  • Gasparilla Island State Park - 39 min drive - 9.7 miles
  • Boca Grande Beaches - 42 min drive - 10.6 miles

Getting around

  • Punta Gorda Airport (PGD) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cool Pickle In Paradise - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪The Pink Elephant - ‬37 min drive
  • ‪Miller's Dockside - ‬38 min drive
  • ‪The Outlet At The Inlett Restaurant - ‬35 min drive
  • ‪Smokin Jerry’s - ‬26 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Experience the charm of island tranquility with this enchanting 4-bedroom

Experience the charm of island tranquility with this enchanting 4-bedroom beach haven, nestled on the serene Little Gasparilla Island. It's time for you to indulge in the island lifestyle. Stepping inside this 1,440-square-foot oasis reveals a gracefully maintained and thoughtfully updated interior. Each of the four bedrooms offers a cozy escape after sun-drenched adventures, while the two bathrooms have been revitalized with new vanities and toilets, ensuring modern comfort. Imagine lounging on the expansive lanai, where gentle gulf breezes whisper through the air, offering a glimpse of the sparkling waters. With the home's location a mere three lots away from the gulf, leisurely strolls take you directly to the deeded beach access of Gaspar's Hideaway. The ground level transforms into an alfresco entertainment hub, complete with a built-in cooking area featuring a gas grill, mini-fridge, ice maker, and a fully decked lounge space to gather and create unforgettable memories. An outdoor shower affords a refreshing rinse from beach jaunts or boating excursions.

Experience the charm of island tranquility at Pura Vida, an enchanting four-bedroom beach retreat tucked along the serene shores of Little Gasparilla Island. This 1,440-square-foot oasis blends comfort, coastal style, and easygoing island living, making it the perfect setting for relaxation, connection, and unforgettable beach days.
Step inside to discover a bright, airy interior with open living spaces designed for gathering after sun-filled adventures. Each of the four bedrooms offers a comfortable place to unwind, while the outdoor living areas invite you to slow down and savor the island breeze. Spend evenings under the stars in the covered outdoor lounge area, complete with a gas grill, outdoor TV, hammock, and small beverage refrigerator-an ideal setup for alfresco dining, casual entertaining, or simply relaxing after a day on the sand. A separate ice maker makes it easy to keep drinks cool from morning to night.
Located just a few lots from the beach, Pura Vida offers quick access to the turquoise Gulf waters and pristine sandy shoreline. Golf carts are available for rent on the island, making it easy to explore at your own pace. Accessible only by boat or ferry, Little Gasparilla is a peaceful, bridgeless barrier island far removed from the crowds. Guests will need their own boat or must arrange water taxi or ferry service to come and go. Days here are made for wandering miles of unspoiled shoreline, collecting seashells, enjoying the gentle Gulf breeze, or casting a line in some of Southwest Florida's best fishing waters.
Additional Details: Pura Vida accommodates up to eight guests and includes one king bed, two queen beds, and two twin beds. Amenities include WiFi, air conditioning, a washer and dryer, ice maker, outdoor TV area, hammock, beverage refrigerator, gas grill, and more.
A $500 refundable security deposit is required. Applicable charges include 12% tax, cleaning and reservation fees, and a 3% credit card processing fee, which is waived for check payments. Skip the extra fees and enjoy more beach days when you book direct with Tarpon Real Estate. No smoking is permitted. Stay a week or a lifetime-Pura Vida makes every day feel like island time.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and a stovetop. There's a private patio. Conveniences include a microwave and a washing machine.
This smoke-free vacation home features ecotours nearby and snorkeling nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

0131

Experience the charm of island tranquility with this enchanting 4-bedroom Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love this beach, no loud music, no crowds, nothing much to do but enjoy it and Pura Vida was a great place to enjoy it at, thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Clean and Plenty of room

Clean , spacious, nice place
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing stay

We absolutely loved our stay on rum runner! The house is equipped with absolutely anything you could need. Beds are so comfortable and the decorating is perfect! If you aren’t happy in this house, you won’t be anywhere! Hope to be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location

Deserted Island Paradise

First thing you need to know that it is on an island not accessible by car. You must take a water taxi that is 20 per person each way. I didnt know this until 6 days before arrival. There is also NO stores, reaturants, or anything else to buy. There is an island delivery service that will bring groceries for a fee. With all that being said, it was an amazing get away. We basically had the beach to ourselves and everyone was very helpful. With no restaurants, we had fun cooking meals together and had lots of dance parties. It felt like we had no neighbors and were about 100 yards from the shoreline. The beds were comfortable and the rental agency checked on us daily to make sure everything was going well. I was thrown at first when I found out about no cars on the island but it ended up being an awesome experience. I look forward to bringing friends back again. Again, the beach to ourselves was the highlight of the trip. fee. There are no cars on the island.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025