This property is a renter's dream, beginning with the friendliness and quick responsiveness of the owners, to the clean and well-appointed home that offered us so many ways to enjoy our stay. Imagine our delight when we first arrived and were greeted by a "welcome to our home" gift basket from the owners, filled with kitchen and laundry supplies, along with edible treats and a personal welcome note from the owners.
The home is nicely decorated and very spacious. It's located in a quiet neighborhood that offered us daily walking and biking opportunities. The owners were very generous in allowing us to use their wide assortment of bikes housed in the garage.
The kitchen was well-supplied with lots of cooking pans and utensils to prepare meals. The coffee bar was well-stocked and, having a tea kettle available for those that prefer tea over coffee, was a nice touch. A personal favorite was the refrigerator with the "see through quick access door" to access the beverages.
Our favorite spot was out on the covered lanai, where we ate all of our meals, looking out at the quiet canal that occasionally entertained us with jumping fish. Who needs a beach when we had our own screened-in pool and sunning area, minus the sand!
The location was perfect as we were just 5 minutes away from a Publix and 15 minutes away from downtown Punta Gorda, where a free parking garage is available. Some of our favorite discoveries in the area: Fisherman's Village (eating, shopping, boat cruise), Harbor Walk, breakfast bagel sandwiches at LMB Bagel, Pizza Gorda, the best ice cream at Zoet Sweets, the Farmer's Market, and Sacred Heart Catholic Church.
We loved Punta Gorda!