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

Placida vacation home with kitchen

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Placida, FL
  • Place, Don Pedro Island State Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Little Gasparilla Island Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Englewood Beach
    ‪44 min drive‬
  • Airport, Punta Gorda Airport (PGD)
    ‪74 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Placida

On waterfront.Within a 5-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find Don Pedro Island State Park and Little Gasparilla Island Beach. Tails and Scales Charters and Gasparilla Marina are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Don Pedro Island State Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Little Gasparilla Island Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Don Pedro Island Beach - 33 min drive - 6.5 miles
  • Boca Grande Beach - 39 min drive - 10.6 miles
  • Englewood Beach - 44 min drive - 14.9 miles

Getting around

  • Punta Gorda Airport (PGD) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Steamers Oyster Bar - ‬39 min drive
  • ‪Cool Pickle In Paradise - ‬33 min drive
  • ‪The Lighthouse Grill - ‬40 min drive
  • ‪Rotonda Elks - ‬39 min drive
  • ‪Ken & Barb's Grove City Kitchen - ‬41 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.

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

Welcome to Docktails-where island time begins the moment you arrive. Tucked away on the tranquil shores of Little Gasparilla Island, this tropical waterfront retreat offers the peaceful, private escape you've been searching for. Accessible only by boat, this bridgeless barrier island invites you to truly disconnect, slow down, and experience Old Florida at its finest. Start your mornings with coffee on the screened porch as the bay comes to life, then step out to your private dock-perfect for fishing, boating, or simply watching dolphins and manatees pass by. Days here are meant to be spent on the water, in the sun, and completely at ease. The main home features a bright, open-concept living space with a fully equipped kitchen, dining area, and comfortable seating for gathering after a day of adventure. The primary bedroom offers a king bed, while the guest bedroom includes a queen bed with twin bunk beds, making it ideal for families or groups. Just outside, the detached bungalow provides a private retreat with a queen bed and its own full bathroom, perfect for guests or those wanting a little extra privacy. This home is fully equipped for island living, including Starlink Wi-Fi and DIRECTV, along with everything you need for outdoor fun-five kayaks, two paddleboards, a canoe, and even a surfboard. Beach days are effortless with chairs, wagons, and plenty of towels provided.
After a day in the sun, rinse off in the outdoor shower, cast a line from the dock, and unwind with a drink as the sky turns shades of pink and gold. Little Gasparilla Island offers a rare kind of getaway with no cars, no crowds, and no distractions-just sandy paths, tropical surroundings, incredible shelling, and breathtaking sunsets. Relax, unwind, and settle into true island living. Once you experience Docktails, you may never want to leave.
Pets are welcome with owner approval; a non-refundable pet fee per pet applies (breed and size restrictions may apply). A $500 refundable security deposit is required. Applicable charges include 12% tax, cleaning, and reservation fees, along with a 3% credit card processing fee (waived for check payments). Skip the extra fees and enjoy more beach days book direct with Tarpon Real Estate. No smoking permitted. Stay a week or a lifetime-Docktails makes every day feel like island time.

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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)

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

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Vrbo Property
Bay front home with separate bungalow
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Welcome to DOCKTAILS - direct Bayfront - tropical private island - PRIVATE DOCK to the airport?

This vacation home is 31 mi (49-min drive) away from the Punta Gorda Airport (PGD) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Welcome to DOCKTAILS - direct Bayfront - tropical private island - PRIVATE DOCK have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Welcome to DOCKTAILS - direct Bayfront - tropical private island - PRIVATE DOCK to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 3-minute walk from Little Gasparilla Island Beach and 10.8 mi (22-min drive) from Englewood Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Welcome to DOCKTAILS - direct Bayfront - tropical private island - PRIVATE DOCK offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Welcome to DOCKTAILS - direct Bayfront - tropical private island - PRIVATE DOCK?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Welcome to DOCKTAILS - direct Bayfront - tropical private island - PRIVATE DOCK?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Welcome to DOCKTAILS - direct Bayfront - tropical private island - PRIVATE DOCK have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Welcome to DOCKTAILS - direct Bayfront - tropical private island - PRIVATE DOCK have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Welcome to DOCKTAILS - direct Bayfront - tropical private island - PRIVATE DOCK to downtown Placida?

This vacation home is 2.1 mi away from Placida.

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

Tina N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry (Keith) M.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Mike and Mona E.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Angela A.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

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

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