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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4102.2 sq m
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Port Charlotte, FL
- Place, Port Charlotte Town Center16 min walk
- Place, Ollie's Pond Park3 min drive
- Place, American Telehealth Solutions8 min drive
- Airport, Punta Gorda Airport (PGD)26 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Guest Bedroom
2 Single Beds
Master Bedroom
1 King Bed
2 bathrooms
Guest Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Master Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Quiet Waterfront-Heated private pool-Close to dinning and shops
We are dedicated to making your stay the best possible for you and your family. Every attention to detail is thought out with you in mind. If you choose Idle Days for your stay, we are sure you will have a memorable, comfortable stay and will not be disappointed.
We are located in the best area of Port Charlotte, in a quiet neighborhood yet we are close to everything. Within 1 mile there are so many stores there is no way to name them all. There is a 16 screen movie theater, indoor mall, several grocery stores, numerous clothing stores and too many restaurants to even count. We have pretty much every type of ethnic food you could want. Mexican, Asian, Italian, European, Indian, Vietnamese and of course a ton of burger and pizza places.
All the amenities of home, internet (with wi-fi through out the house and lanai), flat screen TV with Roku for streaming your favorite movies and TV shows along with You-Tube TV for network and regular program viewing., master suite with private bath and large walk in shower, new extremely comfortable Posturepedic mattresses (we have been told many times by guests that it was the most comfortable bed they had slept on), all new stainless appliances and front load, quiet washer and dryer located just off the kitchen. With an attached garage to park your car in out of the weather.
The interior is a cozy coastal cottage feel, with carpet under foot in each bed room. A brand new designer kitchen, with quartz counters and self-closing cabinets. All the kitchen appliances are new stainless steel within the last 4 years. The home has a large screened in heated private pool (newly refurbished pool and patio) with comfortable seating for 6 and an outside dining area for 6. There are several sitting areas at the water’s edge. There are two chairs and a small table on a large cement dock to fish or just enjoy the water and nature, a lower wood dock also provides seating and a table for two. Above that on the lawn, nestled in the palm trees is a wood swing that overlooks the water. All three of these areas are perfect to enjoy a morning cup of coffee, evening glass of wine, reading a book or just relaxing with nature. There are many different birds that visit the yard daily. Egrets, Ibis, Herons and even a couple Wood Storks.
We stock the house with everything you may need: All paper products, dish soap, hand soap, laundry soap etc. there should be plenty to get you through your first week. We also provide: large bath towels, beach towels, sheets, and dish clothes. Other amenities include, beach chairs, coolers, beach cart and umbrella, hair dryer, printer (for lap top etc.), lots of board games and a small collection of books. The kitchen is fully stocked with everything you might need for cooking, baking or grilling: microwave, toaster, crock pot, blender, coffee maker and even an electric tea pot. We try to keep stocked a good supply of spices, sugar etc. Who wants to buy an entire container of parsley when you only need a couple teaspoons?
There is an instruction book on the table in the living room, with all the information you may need for a great stay. You will find information on the appliances, accessing the internet, trash pickup schedule and area attractions, among other things in the book. We strive for the best staff we can find to help us keep Idle Days in tip top shape. We have been lucky to find two great ladies that make sure the entire house is up to our high standards, before your arrival. They clean top to bottom with special attention to cleaning and disinfection of high touch surfaces, such as door handles, faucets, toilet handle, TV remote etc. We also have a top notch lawn and pool crew.
The Tampa Bay Rays training facility is just down the road about 2-1/2 miles, on the way to all the best white sand beaches of Engelwood, Venice and Boca Grande on Gasparilla Island. There are numerous golf courses in the area plus other attractions including Bush Gardens in Tampa, Fisherman's village in Punta Gorda which is a few minutes to the south and if you like antiquing, check out Arcadia to the east.
We are located in the best area of Port Charlotte, in a quiet neighborhood yet we are close to everything. Within 1 mile there are so many stores there is no way to name them all. There is a 16 screen movie theater, indoor mall, several grocery stores, numerous clothing stores and too many restaurants to even count. We have pretty much every type of ethnic food you could want. Mexican, Asian, Italian, European, Indian, Vietnamese and of course a ton of burger and pizza places.
All the amenities of home, internet (with wi-fi through out the house and lanai), flat screen TV with Roku for streaming your favorite movies and TV shows along with You-Tube TV for network and regular program viewing., master suite with private bath and large walk in shower, new extremely comfortable Posturepedic mattresses (we have been told many times by guests that it was the most comfortable bed they had slept on), all new stainless appliances and front load, quiet washer and dryer located just off the kitchen. With an attached garage to park your car in out of the weather.
The interior is a cozy coastal cottage feel, with carpet under foot in each bed room. A brand new designer kitchen, with quartz counters and self-closing cabinets. All the kitchen appliances are new stainless steel within the last 4 years. The home has a large screened in heated private pool (newly refurbished pool and patio) with comfortable seating for 6 and an outside dining area for 6. There are several sitting areas at the water’s edge. There are two chairs and a small table on a large cement dock to fish or just enjoy the water and nature, a lower wood dock also provides seating and a table for two. Above that on the lawn, nestled in the palm trees is a wood swing that overlooks the water. All three of these areas are perfect to enjoy a morning cup of coffee, evening glass of wine, reading a book or just relaxing with nature. There are many different birds that visit the yard daily. Egrets, Ibis, Herons and even a couple Wood Storks.
We stock the house with everything you may need: All paper products, dish soap, hand soap, laundry soap etc. there should be plenty to get you through your first week. We also provide: large bath towels, beach towels, sheets, and dish clothes. Other amenities include, beach chairs, coolers, beach cart and umbrella, hair dryer, printer (for lap top etc.), lots of board games and a small collection of books. The kitchen is fully stocked with everything you might need for cooking, baking or grilling: microwave, toaster, crock pot, blender, coffee maker and even an electric tea pot. We try to keep stocked a good supply of spices, sugar etc. Who wants to buy an entire container of parsley when you only need a couple teaspoons?
There is an instruction book on the table in the living room, with all the information you may need for a great stay. You will find information on the appliances, accessing the internet, trash pickup schedule and area attractions, among other things in the book. We strive for the best staff we can find to help us keep Idle Days in tip top shape. We have been lucky to find two great ladies that make sure the entire house is up to our high standards, before your arrival. They clean top to bottom with special attention to cleaning and disinfection of high touch surfaces, such as door handles, faucets, toilet handle, TV remote etc. We also have a top notch lawn and pool crew.
The Tampa Bay Rays training facility is just down the road about 2-1/2 miles, on the way to all the best white sand beaches of Engelwood, Venice and Boca Grande on Gasparilla Island. There are numerous golf courses in the area plus other attractions including Bush Gardens in Tampa, Fisherman's village in Punta Gorda which is a few minutes to the south and if you like antiquing, check out Arcadia to the east.
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About the area
Port Charlotte
Located in Port Charlotte, this holiday home is on the waterfront. A. C. Freeman House and Punta Gorda History Park are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Port Charlotte Town Center and Sun Flea Market. Kidstar Park and Treasure Lanes are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Port Charlotte, FL
What's nearby
- Port Charlotte Town Center - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
- Ollie's Pond Park - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
- American Telehealth Solutions - 8 min drive - 2.1 km
- Kidstar Park - 8 min drive - 2.8 km
- Sun Flea Market - 9 min drive - 3.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 4 min drive
- RaceTrac - 4 min drive
- Burger King - 4 min drive
- Starbucks - 4 min drive
- LongHorn Steakhouse - 4 min drive
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Reviews
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Reviews
Verified
12 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Bruce B.
4 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bruce B.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
dawn w.
19 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
dawn w.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
10 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Verified traveller
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Heather N.
1 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Property
Heather N.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ellen C.
31 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ellen C.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Isis C.
7 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Property
Isis C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Heidi H.
20 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place to stay
Heidi H.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Faith D.
28 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent vicinity close to beaches, shops, and restaurants.
Faith D.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Doug P.
10 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our second time staying in this grat house
Doug P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Doug P.
25 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Nice house
Doug P.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jessica H.
9 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Rental
Jessica H.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2021
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10/10 Excellent
irene c.
23 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All the accommodations we needed
irene c.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
William C.
21 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Idle Days
William C.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
23 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Truly Idle Days!
Verified traveller
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent
paula P.
8 June 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome house to stay at.
paula P.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Christina F.
20 Apr 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Property
Christina F.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
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10/10 Excellent
Patty G.
26 May 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Getaway for Two
Patty G.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021
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10/10 Excellent
Gail F.
27 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing Refuge
Gail F.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent
Kathleen G.
27 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Peaceful Beautiful
Kathleen G.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Margaret F.
4 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect!!
Margaret F.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Sharon T.
14 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Sharon T.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent
Lana W.
18 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradise & a pool
Lana W.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent
Patti P.
30 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Getaway Property with Pool
Patti P.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
28 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for couples!
Verified traveller
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
About the host
Hosted by Ron and Sharie Holben
Your Hosts: Ron and Sharie Holben. We live in Sturgis Michigan and are retired from the drinking water and water well industry. For 7 years we had a vacation home in Wawa, Ontario Canada. About 4 hours north of Michigan's upper peninsula. We had 200' of pristine lakefront, sandy beach and clear water. We were entirely off the grid, no power, no phone no Internet. Ah paradise.
In the spring of 2013 we decided it was time for a change. We sold the cabin and the search began for the perfect southern vacation home. We looked in Florida, Texas and several other States.
We decided on Port Charlotte for it's proximity to the gulf, all the activities in the area, and terrific weather year round. The bonus was having restaurants and shopping so close and amazing neighbors, in an extremely quiet residential neighborhood.
In the spring of 2013 we decided it was time for a change. We sold the cabin and the search began for the perfect southern vacation home. We looked in Florida, Texas and several other States.
We decided on Port Charlotte for it's proximity to the gulf, all the activities in the area, and terrific weather year round. The bonus was having restaurants and shopping so close and amazing neighbors, in an extremely quiet residential neighborhood.
Why they chose this property
This is the perfect property, if you want quiet relaxation with your own private pool and dock on a salt water canal. And.... you also want to be close to all the shops and restaurants. You CAN have it all. Plus, we are only about 20 minutes from the gulf beaches
What makes this property unique
We have just started to discover all the area has to offer. We hope you will fall in love with Port Charlotte and the Gulf Islands, as we did and enjoy exploring the uncrowded beaches, quaint shops and excellent dining.
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