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3bd 3ba Island Oasis Beach Front with a dock-Perfect Event space

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Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bunk Rooms

2 Double Beds and 2 Single Beds

Master One

1 King Bed

Master Two

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Guest Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bath 1

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bath 2

Toilet · Shower only

Outdoor Shower

Outdoor shower

Outdoor Shower 2

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Kitchenette

About this property

3bd 3ba Island Oasis Beach Front with a dock-Perfect Event space

Wake up to sunrises on Placida Harbor then spend your day on the beach swimming in the gulf, making castles in the sand, collecting seashells, fishing on the beach and catching up on some R & R, or take a nice stroll along the tropical sandy path exploring the island. You’ll most certainly want to prepare yourselves an evening picnic and drinks to enjoy your own Happy Hour on the beach while watching the spectacular sunsets over the Gulf of Mexico.
Sail your boat in to our private dock or let the ferry deliver you. Inside you will find that both master bedrooms look out to the harbor and have luxurious and comfortable king size beds with storage underneath and a closet with room to store all your belongings. The bunk room employs two full size beds each with a twin bed above. All rooms are supplied with luxury bedding and towels. The kitchen has plentiful seating and is stocked with everything you’ll need to prepare all your meals while enjoying a view of the Gulf. On the deck you’ll find a large picnic table and seating areas to relax in.
If you choose to stay in, there is a family room with high ceilings and plentiful seating. Everything provided here will be fresh and clean.
Come stay at the Sandy Shell and enjoy island life at its finest.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

All Vendors ie: tent, port-a-pot, catering, etc…ok

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Total guest count must NOT pass the MAX amount of 8. A $500 nightly fee will be charged to your damage deposit for each guest exceeding max amount.

Maximum ADULTS (over 14 yrs old) must NOT exceed 6 or $500 per guest will be charged to your damage deposit for each guest exceeding the age limit.

Event attendees can’t enter the house. That’s for contracted house guests only. The Event contract must be signed, $6000 fee paid on VRBO booking date

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2305463vb
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 50
Note from host: All Vendors ie: tent, port-a-pot, catering, etc…ok
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Placida

Located in Placida, this holiday home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Englewood Beach and Don Pedro Island State Park, while Boca Grande Lighthouse Museum and Lemon Bay Playhouse are cultural highlights.
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Placida, FL

What's nearby

  • Little Gasparilla Island Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Boca Grande Beach - 41 min drive - 15.0 km
  • Gasparilla Island State Park - 42 min drive - 16.0 km
  • Boca Grande Beaches - 44 min drive - 17.4 km
  • Englewood Beach - 50 min drive - 25.6 km

Getting around

  • Punta Gorda Airport (PGD) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cool Pickle In Paradise - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪The Pink Elephant - ‬37 min drive
  • ‪Smokin Jerry’s - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Miller's Dockside - ‬39 min drive
  • ‪The Outlet At The Inlett Restaurant - ‬36 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 3bd 3ba Island Oasis Beach Front with a dock-Perfect Event space pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at 3bd 3ba Island Oasis Beach Front with a dock-Perfect Event space?

As of 17 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 3bd 3ba Island Oasis Beach Front with a dock-Perfect Event space on 9 Aug 2026 start from AU$699, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at 3bd 3ba Island Oasis Beach Front with a dock-Perfect Event space?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 3bd 3ba Island Oasis Beach Front with a dock-Perfect Event space?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 3bd 3ba Island Oasis Beach Front with a dock-Perfect Event space?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 3bd 3ba Island Oasis Beach Front with a dock-Perfect Event space located?

Situated on the beach, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Little Gasparilla Island Beach and Tails and Scales Charters. Uncle Henrys Marina and Gasparilla Marina are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, clean well kept home on the water. Owners friendly and easy to communicate with. Would definitely book again.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar 2026
Thank you kindly for your generous review and for taking such good care of our home during your stay. You were ideal guests and we look forward to hopefully having you all return again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joelle B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was wonderful, as always. Perfect location and beautiful, well equipped home.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terry H.

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

Sandy Shell

Beautiful property. Clean, great location. Fantastic beach front views. Sandra is wonderful at communicating and responding quickly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 July 2025
You are always ideal guests. It’s always a pleasure communicating with you and we sure hope you will continue to return in the coming seasons.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dennis W.

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

Relaxing vacation

Great stay at a beautiful home. Great communication with owner and quick reply.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

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

Great place to stay on Little Gasparilla!

Clean, well appointed and well located - docked the boat in the front and beach in the back. Worked out perfectly for 2 families with young children - kids loved the bunk room! Excellent communication with hosts. Would love to come back soon.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Apr 2025
A pleasure to communicate with and we hope you do return when you’re ready. We thank you again for choosing Sandy Sandy Shell.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris P.

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

Second Time Visit

This was a return trip to this beautiful home for us and all was fantastic - again!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jan 2024
Thank you so much for choosing Sandy Shell and for your generous review. We certainly hope to have you back for year 3. Happy New Year to you and yours.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terry H.

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

Family Vacation

Great as usual
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 July 2024
Thank you very, very much, Terry. We are honored to have you as guests at Sandy Shell. Every year you are a delight to interact with and we certainly hope to continue to have you and your family return for future visits.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan M.

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

Beautiful home in paradise

Loved our stay. Steve was ver accommodating and helped us set everything up. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Dec 2023
Thank you very much for your kind words and recommendation. We’re delighted you had a great vacation and enjoyed the house. We would love to see you return in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meg L.

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

Wonderful property on LGI

We have stayed on LGI 5 times and this was our favorite place so far. Perfect location with beautiful views. The house was clean and had the perfect amenities. Highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rhett H.

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

quiet..relaxing

If you want seclusion..book it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah K.

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

Slice of Heaven

Thank you for sharing your quiet slice of heaven with us for the second year. The property and island are perfect and you are fantastic hosts!
Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Apr 2024
Thank you, Sarah.! Thank you for your kind words and review. It was our pleasure. We couldn’t be more pleased that you enjoyed yourselves and our home. You’re perfect guests and we hope you’ll return for many more stays in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah K.

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

Remote Getaway

Great spot if you are looking for a quiet, remote getaway. The property owners were very helpful and responsive. House is beautiful with a great location. We will be back next year!
Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Apr 2023
Thank you so much for your review. You were an absolute pleasure and we look forward to your return next year.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heidi D.

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

Peaceful

We spent a week at Sandy Shell. The home is beautiful, clean and had everything we needed and more. The owners are very responsive. LGI is beautiful and would definitely come back.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 July 2024
Thank you so much for your generous review. You were very easy to communicate with and extremely respectful of our home and property. We would be delighted to have you and your family return anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

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

Great home, great hosts!

Our family had a wonderful time staying at Sandy Shell! This home is well appointed - the furnishings, the kitchen, the comfy beds and the high quality linens - everything was perfect! The hosts were also very responsive and thoughtful. This was our 4th visit to LGI and our entire family agreed this was our favorite rental house. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jan 2024
Hello Jennifer, Thank you so much for your 5 star review. You’re very kind. We couldn’t be more pleased that you and your family enjoyed your stay at Sandy Shell and we certainly look forward to your return. Have a wonderful 2024.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andria C.

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

Amazing

Everything went very smoothly! The house was clean and beautiful
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christy D.

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

Beautiful home on a beautiful island

Our stay was wonderful. The home is clean, spacious and well equipped. My husband and I with our 3 small kids stayed as well as my mom and dad. There was room for all of us and we didn't feel crowded. Host were responsive and helpful. The home is right on the beach which allowed for nightly sunsets and easy morning beach walks.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

T.R. H.

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

Best at beach!

This is the best-maintained, best-equipped, beat-supplied vacation home we’ve ever rented. Though we’ve stayed at bigger, flashier places, this house was user-friendly from the start. Kitchen and bathrooms appear to have been recently updated with top-of-the-line appliances. The beach supplies room was full of beach chairs, an umbrella, floats, and a paddle board, all clean and well maintained. The pantry was well stocked. The location was perfect—at the far less crowded end of Little Gasparilla. We had a GREAT stay. 5 stars. We hope to return soon!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jan 2022
Thank you very much for staying at Sandy Shell and for taking time to write that amazing review. We’re happy to hear you all had such a great time. You were wonderful guests and we most definitely look forward to your return. Thank you, again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joan W.

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

5 Star Location Decor Views Service!

This beautifully remodeled home is steps from its private dock. The property rests between the bay and the gulf, and has decking one three sides, affording gorgeous views for sunrises and sunsets. Inside, the decor is fresh, clean, professionally designed and comfortable. We enjoyed many hours on the deck under the roof, taking in the views and breezes. The kitchen is a joy to cook in, with designer finishes and fine cookware. The beds are comfortable and the bathrooms modern and well-stocked with all linens, papers, soaps and even make-up remover! The “travel crib” is a new pack and play including an upper layer tray for infant sleep. The owners were extremely responsive and helpful with every detail throughout our stay. They provide beach cart, chairs, beach towels, and more! There is a brand new washer and dryer nicer than we have at home, too. Inside provisions also include a first aid kit, a lighter for the grill, and sundries you can use if you forget something. As we walked the beach, we met some long-timers who mentioned that the spot we had was the best one on the island! We could see why; located near the southern tip, we had unobstructed views and easy access. We never needed a golf cart! We could pull the boat around to play in the gulf right behind the house. We saw manatees close-up, many fish, starfish and crabs. The 11-yr old loved fishing in both the bay and gulf and collected over 100 tiny sharks teeth. Definitely A+ and we will return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug 2021
Joan, Thank you very much for your stellar review, it is very much appreciated. More importantly, you and your family were lovely guests and we are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay at Sandy Shell. Please do come back and see us again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a wonderful time at the Sandy Shell. The house had everything that we needed.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jason D.

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

Awesome house on the beach.

What a great stay we had a this house! Everything about it was great but the dock is better suited for a 24 - 26' bay boat vs. a large CC given the depth and overall amount of space. In the end we made it work thanks to the awesome neighbors on the canal. Guess I just need another boat:)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

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

Perfect location

Great stay at Sandy Shell. The home is beautifully renovated with excellent utilization of space. Gulf front with dock on the canal convenience can’t be beat. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great renovation and great view
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley S.

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

Amazing views! Great place

This house truly is on one of the islands best locations! Owner was amazing to work with. Very responsible. Wonderful views from bay and ocean side and you pretty much have beach to yourself - not crowded! Further north as houses are closer and condos- busier beaches. Recommend island grocery service - Evan was amazing! We also did the islands fishing charter - wonderful service! Captain Will is great! Only thing that would of been nice to have is a generator. We happen to be there in December when we lost power for almost a day! Very uncommon but hard to cook and keep food cool as the one man who sells ice was away! But we made it and not something an owner would expect! Kitchen has basics and wonderful to cook in. House is wonderfully decorated! Plenty of towels but was short on hand soap! Great vacation getaway!! Would come back again!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris P.

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

Wonderful Getaway

This property was fantastic. It's been beautifully and wonderfully remodeled. We traveled with our four children (ages 13-21) and my parents (70) and it was a perfect set-up for the eight of us. We were beyond comfortable in this gorgeous home and location. This was our first trip to Little Gaspirilla Island but we've stayed at other similar islands along the gulf-coast and believe it's the only "right" way to visit the beach. It's so convenient to have it steps from your door - with no traffic or crowds. The sunsets are spectacular and easily enjoyed from the beach or house. To get from the airport to the marina, we made reservations with "Salty Girls" and they provided reliable, friendly, and caring ground-transportation. We ordered our groceries online beforehand and picked them up on the way. Salty Girls are related Pirate's Water Taxi so they were able to communicate easily with each other regarding our arrival and departure schedule and needs. You won't be disappointed with this home or LGI. ENJOY! RELAX! REPEAT!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

wayne l.

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

Amazing Stay

The stay at this property was amazing. They had everything that we needed. No need to bring almost anything except yourself. From a paddleboard to lifejackets to sand toys beach chairs and everything else you can imagine even a barbecue grill. You have to take a ferry to get over to the house which is awesome. We rented a boat for the week I went fishing on our own. The ocean is just steps from the front porch and the waterway is just steps from the back porch with your own boat slip. Communication with the property owner/manager was paramount and a blessing. Such wonderful communication with a wonderful person. Cannot Say enough about this property.
Response from VrboOwner on 18 July 2021
Thank you very much. It was truly a pleasure to serve you and It would be wonderful to have you back in the future should you have an opportunity to return.

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