Incredible Beach Front Cottage with Gorgeous Sea Views for a Peaceful Escape on Little Gasparilla Island, Florida

Description

This cottage is located on a BRIDGELESS barrier island. This striking gulf-front home overlooks the beach and the beautiful Gulf of Mexico. The home has paddle boards, a modern kitchen, a spacious screened porch and stunning sunset views.  This is a perfect family vacation home just steps from the beautiful beaches of Little Gasparilla.

SPACE
Please note that Little Gasparilla Island is a barrier island accessible only by boat; we provide water taxi information when you book. You cannot drive your vehicle to the island; you park at the marina on the mainland where you catch the water taxi. There are no stores, bars or restaurants on Little Gasparilla which means it has retained much of its "old Florida" ambiance and pristine beauty. For years Little Gasparilla was visited only by locals who would come on weekends to fish, go to the beach and enjoy the privacy, peace and quiet. Now, even though it has been discovered, the lack of commercial establishments means that the island appeals to those who want to get away from crowds, tourists, traffic and technology.

The cottage features a stunning master suite with a king bed and jetted tub, two additional bedrooms upstairs and a private downstairs guest room with a queen and bunk beds perfect for teenagers who want some extra privacy. The downstairs suite has a window AC unit and also has a spare refrigerator and half bath. The third sleeping area upstairs features a pull-down Murphy bed and the closet in that room houses the laundry pair. (This small room also has a door to the outside so might not be appropriate for small children.)

There are no stores or restaurants on the island. It requires a bit of an adventurous spirit but that is part of what makes the island so magic!

*Extra occupants- Rates are based upon 6 guests. An extra occupant fee for over 6 guests will be applied to the reservation. Groups larger than 6 will be permitted only if the home is being rented by a single family and manager pre-approval is required. Please be aware that occupant restrictions will include all children.

Wifi: complimentary with no data limitations.

Pet Policy - pet-friendly with $100 non-refundable fee (per pet) Some breeds may be excluded due to insurance restrictions.

Damage Protection - The $59 charge listed as a "management fee" on your quote covers your purchase of $2500 of “all risk” damage protection coverage on your rental property. This protection is purchased in lieu of a cash damage deposit. Coverage details are spelled out in your contract.

Minimum Renter Age - 25

Boat Slip - included on dock number 44 (this is also where the water taxi will drop you off)

Complimentary Concierge- will meet you on the dock with a golf cart to assist with transporting your luggage and groceries to the home

Satellite TV - yes

Grill Type - charcoal

Coffee maker- drip (filters provided) and Keurig

Parking - $8/night ($10/night if you have a boat trailer) at Eldred's Marina where you meet the water taxi

NEIGHBORHOOD
The island is only accessible by boat. You must park at the marina and take the water taxi to the island. A complimentary dock slip is also included if you would like to rent a boat during your stay.

NOTES
Please evaluate your expectations before booking a stay on Little Gasparilla Island. If you are expecting a polished "resort" atmosphere, Little Gasparilla is decidedly more rustic. During periods of heavy rain or tropical storms, there may be standing water on the roadways, at the dock and around the house. This is a tropical environment with mosquitoes, rust, power outages and other minor inconveniences. If you are expecting resort amenities and services, the island might not be for you.

There are no stores or restaurants on the island. It requires a bit of an adventurous spirit but that is part of what makes the island so magical! We do have an on-island guest services manager and grocery service available if you need anything during your stay.

Parking- You CANNOT DRIVE TO THE ISLAND. You park your car at the marina for $8 per day ($10 with a boat trailer).

ADDITIONAL RULES
I UNDERSTAND THIS HOME IS ON AN ISLAND WITH NO CAR ACCESS AND THAT I CANNOT CHECK IN WITHOUT RETURNING A SIGNED CONTRACT (PROVIDED BY THE MANAGEMENT COMPANY).

- Each booking guest agrees to provide list of all occupants and other contact info, and agrees not to exceed the number of occupants listed on the booking request submitted.

-Pets are welcome with the payment of a $100 pet fee per pet; pets must be current on their vaccinations and must be on preventative flea and tick control. Pets are not allowed on the beds or furniture. Please rinse sand of your pet before allowing him/her back into the house and police the yard and beach of pet waste. You must notify us upon booking if you plan to bring a pet. You must notify us prior to booking if you want to bring a pet. We will then apply the pet fee to your quote. The following breeds are NOT permitted: Akita, American Bull Dog, Beaucerons, Caucasian Mountain Dog, Chow Chow, Doberman Pinchers, German Shepherds, Great Danes, Keeshounds, Pit Bull, Staffordshire Terriers, Presa Canarios or Rottweilers.

-Prior to departure, you are required to wash your dishes and launder any beach towels you have used. Laundry facilities are provided.

-No smoking anywhere inside the house.

-No parties allowed; only the people in the reservation may be at the house without prior permission. You will be required to sign our rental contract listing these terms. At least two members of your group must be age 25 or older.

-Please don't take these rules to mean you are not welcome. To the contrary, they are how we help ensure that the beach house stays lovely and clean so all our guests can have the best vacation of their lives!

Please note cleaning fees will be increased for stays of 14 nights or longer.

Neither the property owner nor the rental manager is responsible for any inability to occupy the premises due to acts of God, including but not limited to hurricane, windstorm, flood, or red tide. No refunds are issued for early departure or unused days. Any request to reschedule reservation dates is subject to approval of the property owner and, if approved, require the tenant to pay a $200 non-refundable rescheduling fee. The rescheduling credit has no cash value and no refunds will be issued if the tenant decides to cancel their rescheduled dates.

You must adhere to ordinances regarding turtle lighting restrictions. If you are staying in a beachfront home, outside lights must be turned off and inside lights must shielded by closing curtains or blinds. If you are in violation of this, don’t be surprised or offended if someone knocks on your door and reminds you to turn off your lights. Islanders take turtle preservation very seriously and violations will definitely affect your deposit.

All your trash must be removed from the island when you leave. Do not leave trash on the beach, in the roadways, under the house or in the bins UNLESS you have been notified that there is trash pickup. Trash should only be put out on the day it is picked up.

Disrespectful behavior will not be tolerated. This includes our environment and our wildlife as well as other visitors, workers and island residents. If you throw trash on the island, leave trash on the beach, disturb turtle nests, relocate gopher tortoises or otherwise harm animals on the island, are rude or verbally abusive to the concierge or water taxi drivers, chances are your deposit will be impacted or your stay will be shortened. Abuse of drugs or alcohol will not be tolerated, and large or loud parties are not allowed at any rental property If a resident or owner or even another guest asks you to tone down your music, watch your language, avoid loud behavior or be more respectful, please try and respond politely. Please contact our guest services manager if you have issues with any other guests or owners on the island. She will follow up and we kindly request that you avoid any confrontations.

Little Gasparilla is a small, family-friendly island. This is not a resort, and the entire island is basically private property, with the exception of some of the major roadways. Even established roadways often cross private property. Owners in the past have been willing to overlook people using these roads, but if trespassing turns into malicious mischief, entire sections of the island may become inaccessible to guests.

WaivoTM Security Deposit Waiver
If You have purchased a WaivoTM Security Deposit Waiver, then the following terms and conditions are now part of Your vacation rental property lease agreement.
I. AGREEMENT
A. On behalf of the management company, the party authorized to rent the vacation rental property and the owner of the vacation rental property, Waivo has assumed the responsibility for damages as outlined below and waives Your security deposit up to $2,500, the waiver limit purchased by You, the renter, for your stay at the vacation rental property.
B. Waivo is hereby responsible for theft or damage to the vacation rental property as a result of Your acts or omissions up to $2,500. This waiver does not negate your responsibilities as a renter for items outside of Waivo’s responsibilities.
C. This is not an agreement to provide insurance. You are buying a waiver of the security deposit otherwise due as part of Your vacation rental property lease agreement.
II. EXCLUSIONS
A. This Security Deposit Waiver will not pay for damages or theft resulting from:
1. Acts of god
2. Normal wear and tear
3. Theft without a valid police report
4. Loss of use of the vacation rental property
5. Rodent, termite, bed bug or other animal damage or infestation
6. Prior damage
B. This Waiver will not pay for damage or theft of property owned by You.
III. CONDITIONS
A. Waivo has the sole authority to determine the nature and extent of damages, necessary repairs and eligibility for the waiver, and shall exercise that authority in a reasonable manner.
B. This Waiver is only effective for a one-time single continuous stay for which You purchased the Waiver. It takes effect when You occupy the vacation rental property and terminates when You depart the same vacation rental property.
C. This Waiver is only effective if any theft or damage is reported to Waivo by You, the property manager, the online travel agent or the owner of the vacation rental property within 3 days of Your departure from the vacation rental property.
D. Waivo will not respond to damage or theft under $50 US dollars. If the damage or theft exceeds $50 then Waivo will be responsible for the actual amount of the damage or theft as determined by Waivo up to $2,500, the waiver limit purchased by You.
E. If there is a dispute related to these terms, mediation is required before any party may file litigation. In the event of litigation, all parties waive the right to a jury trial.
IV. DEFINITIONS
You, or Your, is the renter of the vacation rental property and includes the renter’s spouse, children and any other person the renter invited on to the vacation rental property during your stay at the vacation rental property..

Incredible Beach Front Cottage with Gorgeous Sea Views for a Peaceful Escape on Little Gasparilla Island, Florida