Title: Historic 1911 Cottage with Pool, 2 Blocks from Orange Sunsets on Beach and Town Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=33571362&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Historic 1911 Cottage with Pool, 2 Blocks from Orange Sunsets on Beach and Town Holiday home in Boca Grande with outdoor pool and fitness centre ## Photo gallery for Historic 1911 Cottage with Pool, 2 Blocks from Orange Sunsets on Beach and Town ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Historic 1911 Cottage with Pool, 2 Blocks from Orange Sunsets on Beach and Town (Boca Grande)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33580000/33571400/33571362/db5897cf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Historic 1911 Cottage with Pool, 2 Blocks from Orange Sunsets on Beach and Town (Boca Grande)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33580000/33571400/33571362/d4ac5954.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books - Historic 1911 Cottage with Pool, 2 Blocks from Orange Sunsets on Beach and Town (Boca Grande)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33580000/33571400/33571362/99daa006.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels - Historic 1911 Cottage with Pool, 2 Blocks from Orange Sunsets on Beach and Town (Boca Grande)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33580000/33571400/33571362/ab7dba59.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Historic 1911 Cottage with Pool, 2 Blocks from Orange Sunsets on Beach and Town (Boca Grande)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33580000/33571400/33571362/c2e02daa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled in Boca Grande's Historic District, this charming house offers a tranquil retreat with a private pool and front screen porch perfect for curling up with a good book. With high-speed wireless Internet access, 42-inch flat-screen TV, and Weber grill, you can unwind in style. Plus enjoy the nearby beach and world-renowned Gasparilla Inn just 1 1/2 blocks away. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Historic 1911 Cottage with Pool, 2 Blocks from Orange Sunsets on Beach and Town People who know Boca Grande, know the Historic District is the best place to stay. My house is very private but also close to the beach, shops and restaurants. Boca Grande has no traffic lights, sprawling resorts or snowbird traffic jams -- just privacy, gorgeous white sand beaches, outstanding shops and excellent restaurants (like Key West without the crowds). Golf carts and bicycles are the best way to get around Boa Grande. It is an exclusive, barrier island just north of Sanibel and Captiva islands on the west coast of Florida, close to the Sarasota/Bradenton and Fort Myers' airports, as well as the Tampa airport (2 hours away) which offer daily service from more than 20 airlines. (Once you arrive, I have drivers who can pick you up and bring you right to my front door and all you will need is a golf cart and bikes to navigate the island.) My charming house, in the historic district, near town and the beach (honestly!) was built in 1911 at the same time as the world-renowned Gasparilla Inn just 1 1/2 blocks away (a real plus, explained shortly). My home provides many of the same amenities as the inn and some extras as well – your own private pool and a front screen porch for eating meals and then curling up with a good book and nap on the comfy couch. My home has four bedrooms, sleeps 6 comfortably and has an excellent cook's kitchen with gas range and sharp Wustof knives. High-speed, wireless Internet access, 42-inch flat screen and a Weber grill as well as a charcoal grill for those who prefer that. Very important: Tempur-Pedic in master bedroom, comfy beds, soft sheets and pillows. People have traveled thousands of miles from 7 countries, 37 U.S. states and 40 Florida cities/towns (some as close as Siesta Key, a barrier island 45 minutes from Boca Grande!) to stay in my home -- many are repeat renters for years (have become friends) and have told their friends and family (please check out my reviews). In 1911 the only way to get to Boca Grande was by train. However, in 1958 a causeway was built and then in the early 1980's a bike path was constructed in place of the railroad track and now runs the 8-mile length of the island. Boca Grande is known as an artists' community with many shows, has one-of-a-kind shops and fabulous restaurants right around the corner from me. Shell on the spectacular beaches, swim in the aqua blue Gulf of Mexico with the dolphins and manatees. You can kayak in Charlotte Harbor to White Pelican Island, where you will find the largest population in southeastern U.S. Bike to one of the two lighthouses on the island including the historic museum lighthouse at the south end. Play tennis, take yoga and Pilates and have a massage when you are finished (directions and names will be provided by me). Many golf courses just off the island. Guides available for tarpon fishing or backwater fishing for snook, snapper and grouper. Want to see the dolphins and manatees? Three options: Take your own boat (boat dock and trailer parking available upon request), rent a boat or hire one of the cruise charters. Hungry but love to cook? Head on down to Whidden's Marina to meet the shrimp boat! (I’m on the call list and will text you when the boat comes in). Places in the Gasparilla Inn (open to the public) to visit and enjoy: 1\. BZ’s is a room from a bygone era with a pecky cypress bar front and ceiling with comfy upholstered sofas and chairs. Enjoy cocktails/snacks here or on the adjoining porch overlooking the golf course. 2\. Elegant dining room serves breakfast (try their oatmeal pancakes) and/or their 4-course dinner daily. Again, you will feel like you’ve stepped into another time. 3\. The Pelican Room, built in 1932, where my husband, a photographer, and I spent an hour taking pictures in 1999 of the then 28-member George H.W. Bush family who are landowners, as well as frequent visitors to the island. Pool and backgammon are options here. 4\. The Inn Shop and The Inn Boutique for special gifts and clothes (the first one just as you enter the front of the hotel on your left) and the other (just down the hallway on your right). Just around the corner from me, owned by the Gasparilla Inn and also open to the public are: 1\. The Pink Elephant, known as “The Pink” a restaurant that has been there for 60+ years which won the 2018 Wine Spectator “Award of Excellence.” 2\. The Inn Bakery is a casual café (sit inside or out) that offers a wide variety of coffees, morning pastries and later on lunch including quiche, sandwiches and soups. 3\. The Inn Marina & Sport Fishing is located just 4 blocks from my home on the bay side. You can bring your boat, launch and dock it, buy fuel and bait. Boca Grande is known as “the tarpon capital of the world” and they run from May to July in the Boca Grande Pass. I (or Brian Knight, the manager of the marina) can provide you with names of the best guides for tarpon, snook, grouper, snapper, mackerel and kingfish. 4\. James Griffith Hair Salon specializes in hair, nail and skincare (facial) services. While the salon resides in the Gasparilla Spa building (owned by the Inn and not open to the public), it as well as the shop just as you enter the salon are open to the public. I take great care to help you have a stress-free, memorable vacation. Susan Mansfield ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Heated pool - Massage - Outdoor pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car not required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Outdoor shower - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - In-room accessibility - No lift - Stair-free path to entrance - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Smoke-free property - Note from host: non smoking only ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping on request - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a village - Near a health/beauty spa - Near the marina - Near the sea ### Things to do - Golf - Gym - Heated pool - Kayak - Optional golf privileges - Tennis - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks 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) - 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Not all repeat guests will be approved and may result in cancellation. Guests with less than a 4 star average review rating are subject to review and may result in cancellation Within 72 hours after booking, guests must have chat with owner via inbox, text, or phone call. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: children welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted Non smoking only ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 On-site 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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit 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 ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts A car is not required for transport to and from this property ## About the area Located in Boca Grande, this holiday home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Englewood Beach and Gasparilla Island State Park, while Boca Grande Lighthouse Museum and Barbara Sumwalt Museum are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Boca Grande travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Boca-Grande.dx183083) [View more Holiday homes in Boca Grande](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Boca-Grande-Private-Holiday-Homes.d183083-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C26.74989%2C-82.25957&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=VvmBjEMpFlEQqTDBbTK5uF2DMPA=) Boca Grande, FL ### What's nearby - ![My favorite beach because there are almost more shells than sand #adventure](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/183083/6c7d7269-c131-4dca-9730-2b8734c644c5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Boca Grande Beach 6 min walk \- 0.4 miles - ![White lighthouse on sea shore for commercial vessels navigation at wealthy waterfront neighborhood in island small town Boca Grande on Gasparilla Island in southwest Florida, USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975749012/cb1e43aa-ea2b-4c71-8695-407536e55a6e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) ​Boca Grande Marina 6 min walk \- 0.4 miles - ![Aerial view of Gasparilla Island State Park on Boca Grande, FL](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6341306/05d203c6-e2f2-43e9-9704-5b2c4cc93644.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Gasparilla Island State Park 14 min walk \- 0.8 miles - Lighthouse United Methodist Church 4 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Boca Grande Historical Society and Museum 6 min walk \- 0.4 miles ### Getting around - Punta Gorda Airport (PGD) 54 min drive ### Restaurants - South Beach Bar And Grille 5 min drive - The Pink Elephant 6 min walk - Smokin Jerry’s 13 min drive - Miller's Dockside 9 min walk - The Outlet At The Inlett Restaurant 13 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Historic 1911 Cottage with Pool, 2 Blocks from Orange Sunsets on Beach and Town have a pool? ### Is Historic 1911 Cottage with Pool, 2 Blocks from Orange Sunsets on Beach and Town pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Historic 1911 Cottage with Pool, 2 Blocks from Orange Sunsets on Beach and Town? ### What time is check-in at Historic 1911 Cottage with Pool, 2 Blocks from Orange Sunsets on Beach and Town? ### What time is check-out at Historic 1911 Cottage with Pool, 2 Blocks from Orange Sunsets on Beach and Town? ### Where is Historic 1911 Cottage with Pool, 2 Blocks from Orange Sunsets on Beach and Town located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Historic 1911 Cottage with Pool, 2 Blocks from Orange Sunsets on Beach and Town Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 193 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elizabeth S. 30 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great downtown BG house A great house right in dowtown Boca Grande. Perfect spot to explore the island- close to shops restaurants, marina, and beach. We enjoyed our stay and will definitely come back again. ##### Elizabeth S. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Allie H. 27 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely Stay! The home was in a beautiful area and our stay was very enjoyable. The home was clean and our host was always available to answer our questions. Our family enjoyed our time there and we hope to visit again! ##### Allie H. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wes B. 25 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Home. Great Host! We had a wonderful trip to Boca Grande. The house and location were both great. ##### Wes B. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Timothy K. 5 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great spot! This is a wonderful cottage with a great pool in the backyard and a perfect location for Boca Grande -- easy walking distance to everything you'd want. We had a wonderful time, and the host Susan was fantastic! ##### Timothy K. Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David W. 29 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family vacaction Great house. Great location. Well stocked and maintained. Would definitely recommend and return. ##### David W. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laura P. 17 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Gasparilla It was amazing. The property was perfect. It has everything you need. The beds are comfortable. The location is walking distance to town & beaches. The pool was our favorite. We will be back!! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/ac434ff2-02c8-4f4c-9997-4940afb6d975-1750133970883.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/a4071379-5bb6-4e69-bc18-0dcbbb956e1e-1750133971271.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/97941f18-0fd4-4d1f-9d79-a15995b96b92-1750133973046.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Laura P. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kitty M. 8 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Our host Susan was nothing short of amazing! The house and pool and gardens were exactly as described and exactly what we needed them to be - literally a home away from home that catered to 3 different generations perfectly. Everything was sparkling clean and everything was in a place that made it easy to find.Susan left detailed instructions that were easy to follow as well as a detailed description of the Island making our stay streamlined and easy. We so appreciated how available she was and we truly hope to stay at her home on our next visit to Boca Grande. ##### Kitty M. Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James C. 15 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Property & Location Susan was a nice and helpful host! This house provided everything our family needed for a long weekend stay. The golf cart is a nice bonus and was used throughout our stay to travel around the island. ##### James C. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert H. 18 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Incredible historic home in a great location! This is the perfect Boca Grande getaway! It is centrally located and close to everything. The pool and front portch add to the experience. I would recommend staying here to anyone traveling to the island. We hope to return soon! ##### Robert H. Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Holly W. 24 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### excellent This property is well maintained. Loved the pool. House is located in the middle of town.An excellent location. Susan is a wonderful host. Always available to answer questions or to help. ##### Holly W. Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 31 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome Ladies Trip We had the most awesome time exploring Boca Grande! Great restaurants on the water and off! Our evenings were spent on the porch reminiscing and playing cards! Could not have been better. Perfect house for us! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sandra M. 23 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Charming cottage in ideal location This perfectly appointed beach cottage is located at the fringes of the main village of Boca Grande Island, just a couple blocks from everything you want, including the white sand, shell filled beaches. The beds were comfortable and the kitchen well stocked, the pool clean and inviting. There's a lovely front porch with lots of seating for your morning coffee and different seating areas in the back around / near the pool as well. Loved it! ##### Sandra M. Stayed 4 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kristy A. 5 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Ideal Location Within minutes of booking this cute home, the owner had reached out to go over the house and any questions I had. She was easy to reach via phone or email. The home is located in the heart of downtown and within walking distance to restaurants, shopping, and the beach. The house was well equipment with anything we may need and is just as described. Well kept, huge kitchen, great outdoor space. We look forward to returning in the future and enjoying the charm of this classic FL beach home. ##### Kristy A. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Beth R. 12 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing family vacation! What a fabulous home for a family vacation! There were 6 of us, which included my 2 adult children and their significant others. From the moment we first arrived, we knew it was going to be a special week... we just loved the house (the charm, the kitchen, the coziness, the pool and the front porch!) as well as the location which is central to both the beaches and shopping/restaurants! Susan was terrific to work with and if I could leave more than 5 stars, I would! So many wonderful memories were made last week... We will be back!! ##### Beth R. Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amy J. 5 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Tarpon Cottage is a Delight! Our family's stay in the Tarpon Cottage exceeded our expectations and greatly enhanced the comfort and ease of our Florida trip. Susan was a wondeful host and was a breeze to communicate with. She was instantly "on it" any time we had a question or concern and always responded rapidly. The beautiful cottage, located close to the beach and local restaurants, was incredibly comfortable. We especially enjoyed the scenic backyard patio, complete with a pool, shower, and comfortable lounge chairs. The inside of the house provided plenty of space to undwind and relax. The Boca Grande area was gorgeous, and our family enjoyed exploring it as well as surrounding islands. Seeing dolphins and manatees during our nightly sunset golf cart rides was an unforgettable experience. Additionally, our boat ride to Cabbage Key with Captain Chad was a highlight of our trip! It was a joy to stay in Susan's lovely cottage, and we would not hesitate to return! ##### Amy J. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jane S. 30 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 6 Stars I would give this house and owner 6 stars if it were available. The house was perfect for us to each have their own bedroom, large kitchen to gather in, the and a comfortable living area with front porch. The back with just the right size pool is icing on the cake. The location is superb with access to the town, the Inn, beach, and to the Innlet where we kept our boat. The owner guided us through opening up the house to everything while there and to closing up —- easy peazy. Susan was very responsive and when we had a question about the refrigerator, she jumped on it. By the way, there was nothing wrong with the refrigerator, we had loaded it with too many non-refrigerated drinks and it took it awhile to catch up. Just mentioning because we were amazed at Susan’s quick response and willingness to call her repair people. Her recommendations for things to do and restaurants were spot on. We have been coming to Boca over a 30 year time period and all recommendations were exactly what we would recommend. Susan and the house definitely are a 6! Above and beyond 5 stars. ##### Jane S. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 20 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We had the very best vacation at this home. The home is a restored 1911 cottage with all of today’s bells and whistles. The pool was a great asset for cooling down after a day at the beach. Susan the owner was a pleasure to deal with and responds to any questions immediately. We made so many memories and we will definitely be back soon. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jack F. 13 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Susan was a great host. She checked in and made sure we had everything we needed and was very responsive to everything. Great House with easy access to the entire island. I would stay here again. ##### Jack F. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marc O. 6 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Location/Property Excellent Spot! Owner is super communicative. A ##### Marc O. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shelley E. 4 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful spot! We loved staying in Susan‘s home which is beautifully maintained and centrally located. A short walk to everything but extremely private. And the pool!! Beds are very comfortable. Kitchen is spacious and all supplies needed for cooking. It’s a great spot and you feel lucky to have stayed there. ##### Shelley E. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Emily B. 8 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great experience Susan was so helpful and accommodating and the house was perfect for our needs. Thank you! ##### Emily B. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dorsey S. 31 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent Terrific week - great host, great property. A lovely combination of the way Boca Grande used to be and new. Thanks for having us!!!! ##### Dorsey S. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brian C. 9 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great home on Boca Grande! Perfect house for a great stay on Boca Grande. Everything is as promised or better and definitely plan to return! ##### Brian C. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sean M. 16 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing Boca Vacation Location We absolutely enjoyed our stay on Boca Grande. The VRBO was so nice, the host was very gracious and kind. The location was perfect, walking distance to everything in the charming little town. Five star +++!!! We loved our time there. ##### Sean M. Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dexter C. 16 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Place in Boca Grande We stayed here for four nights and loved it. It is centrally located on the island and walking distance to all of the restaurants and shops. Susan was very responsive and made sure that we had what we needed during our stay. Would definitely stay here again. ##### Dexter C. 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