Title: Direct Gulf Access Island Retreat - Boat Lift, No Bridges, Convenient Location! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Direct Gulf Access Island Retreat - Boat Lift, No Bridges, Convenient Location! Waterfront holiday home with kitchen and balcony ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57820000/57812100/57812005/d97d99d6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57820000/57812100/57812005/2b67ebb2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57820000/57812100/57812005/e6d7a2af.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57820000/57812100/57812005/6ec510d7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57820000/57812100/57812005/84b5f35d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to this incredible stilt home, where Direct Gulf Access and a covered boat lift await. Unwind in the spacious living area, equipped with a full dining room and eat-in bar counter. The owner's suite boasts a king-size bed, while the guest room features a queen-size bed and Roku TV. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Parking available - Kitchen - Barbecue grill - Air conditioning ## 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. ### Direct Gulf Access Island Retreat - Boat Lift, No Bridges, Convenient Location! This amazing, spacious stilt home offers 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, Direct Gulf Access, Covered Boat Lift, gorgeous views of the mangroves with wide waterways, and is fully equipped with everything you could need to have a fantastic vacation. The owners suite offers a king size bed, plenty of closet space and a full bathroom. The guest room offers a queen size bed, closet space and a Roku TV. Very large living area with another TV with cable and with a full dining room, eat-in bar counter, computer workstation, and laundry room right off the kitchen, this is truly a home away from home. There are many conveniences throughout the home and it even includes internet/Wifi. Feel free to ask us any questions about this home as pictures do not do this home any justice. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free internet ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Computer station - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property - Note from host: Smoking needs to be outside of the screened areas. ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Bicycles - Kayak - Motor boating nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Bicycles - Garden ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69590000/69588600/69588552/f35d7bba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Well Equipped Pet/Smoke Free Family Home - bring your boat! 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property Private getaway ## About the area ![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%7C26.63079%2C-82.11321&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=gAgmI28RWwgUX1Ddtinq0SwsA3Q=) Bokeelia, FL #### What's nearby - Sun Splash Water Park - 22 min drive - 12.6 miles - Cape Coral Yacht Club Beach - 33 min drive - 19.6 miles - Key West Express - 50 min drive - 28.8 miles - Sanibel Harbour Beach - 51 min drive - 30.4 miles - Sanibel Island Southern Beach - 58 min drive - 34.9 miles #### Getting around - Punta Gorda Airport (PGD) - 44 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive - ‪7-Eleven - ‬5 min drive - ‪Miceli's Restaurant - ‬12 min drive - ‪Circle K - ‬5 min drive - ‪Eagles Nest - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Direct Gulf Access Island Retreat - Boat Lift, No Bridges, Convenient Location! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Direct Gulf Access Island Retreat - Boat Lift, No Bridges, Convenient Location!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Direct Gulf Access Island Retreat - Boat Lift, No Bridges, Convenient Location!? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Direct Gulf Access Island Retreat - Boat Lift, No Bridges, Convenient Location! located? > Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Museum of the Islands, Phillips Community Park and Koucky Gardens & Gallery. Randell Research Center and Calusa Heritage Trail are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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