Title: Salty Mermaid on Little Gasparilla Island! Come get salty! 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 # Salty Mermaid on Little Gasparilla Island! Come get salty! Beachfront holiday home for sun and fun ![On the beach, sun-loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113930000/113923800/113923708/c37a7e98.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113930000/113923800/113923708/3e87206f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113930000/113923800/113923708/e5793140.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113930000/113923800/113923708/w1232h1712x0y4-b12e2da1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113930000/113923800/113923708/8633ee01.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Salty Mermaid on Little Gasparilla Island! Come get salty! provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Air conditioning - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Barbecue grill - Outdoor space ## 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. ### Salty Mermaid on Little Gasparilla Island! Come get salty! Enchanted beach house steps away from the Gulf of Mexico. Nestled off the coast of Southwest Florida. The Salty Mermaid is the ultimate retreat for guests seeking a relaxing getaway. Indulge in the timeless charm of this tropical paradise located on Little Gasparilla Island. Steeped in pirate lore, the spanish pirate Jose Gaspar, also known by the name Gasparilla, made this beautiful seven mile stretch of land and surrounding islands, a secret base with natural inlets and coves. Local legends whisper of buried treasures hidden beneath the islands sandy shores. Gaspars Hideaway community has named our sandy paths to embrace our pirate heritage. The Salty Mermaid is located on Rum Runner and Jolly Roger Trail. Engage in the Florida island life. Open your mind and embrace the sanctuary of sand and sea. Stroll the miles of beautiful white sandy beaches, scouring the shoreline for sharks teeth, shells, and sand dollars. Fishing, boating, and swimming the aqua waters in the Gulf of Mexico. Enjoy the spectacular sunsets over the breathtaking ocean. Experience the old Florida Island vibe. No cars allowed on the island, only golf carts and sandy paths, ready for you to escape into nature during your walking island escapades.. We are a bridgeless barrier island off the coast of South West Florida. Accessible only by private boat or water taxi. With 3 bedrooms including 2 comfy queen beds and a set of bunk beds, all with down duvet comforters, along with 2 full bathrooms, and an outdoor shower on the lower deck. Enjoy amenities like Starlink fast speed internet (included), new 75" smart TV ready for your streaming entertainment, a well equipped kitchen, fully stocked with a Ninja Foodi smart air fryer, coffee and tea bar with Cuisinart Grind & Brew coffee machine, bring your favorite K cups. Upper deck BBQ (propane included), lower deck lounge for relaxation, a game of darts, yoga, meditation or for just reading your favorite book. The Salty Mermaid offers comfort and convenience, a cozy escape after sun drenched island adventures. Come get Salty! Things to Note: We live on a bridgeless barrier island, next to Boca Grande. Parking is available at Eldreds Marina, 6301 Boca Grande Causeway, Placida, Florida, 33946, fees apply (You cannot bring your car to the island). If you have your own boat you may launch at Eldreds but it must be 24' or less to tie up at our community dock, which is complimentary for our guests. No boat no problem, you can make reservations with Pirates water taxi (941-697-5777) with either Emmett or Bill as your captain. You must reserve well before your arrival date to make arrangements for your arrival and departure, available every day from 8:30-5:00pm, it does cost extra after hours. Make sure you tell the captain that you are going to Dock #75 (Gaspars Hideaway). Bring a beach wagon or 2 to help transport all your belongings to the beach house. It is a short walk from the community dock, we have a 2 wheel, wheel barrel at the beach house that you are welcome to use to transport all your goodies. It will be parked inside the wooden gate at the beach house. If you would like to rent a golf cart, Paradise cart rental may be available, here is their phone number, 942-697-3820. There are no stores or restaurants on the island so please plan ahead and bring all your food, drinks and supplies for your stay. We have a sensitive septic system, everything is a little special and delicate on the island. Please do not flush paper towels, feminine products, diapers, or sanitary wipes down toilet. We have left a full bucket of water to dunk your sandy toes prior to going upstairs into the beach house, We would appreciate all flip flops, sandals and shoes be left outside. GUEST ACCESS The whole beach house and property is available for your enjoyment. As with most homes on the island, the living quarters are built on pilings, so there are steps to climb. Side Note: No events No parties No smoking or vaping No pets (sorry) due to allergies Thank you for your understanding! Check in time is 3:00 pm Check out time is 11:00 am ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the ocean - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Recycling ## Similar properties ![On the beach, sun-loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27440000/27432400/27432305/10d7a536.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Little Gasparilla Island - Gulf view, golf cart, ferry, pool, boat dock, parking Placida - Sea view - Pool - Kitchen - Washer 9.8 Exceptional 92 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-07&endDate=2025-12-08&selected=27432305&PinnedHotelID=27432305&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76550000/76546200/76546132/295e16a7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Island Getaway•Beach House•Dock•Pet Friendly•Little Gasparilla Island, WiFi Placida - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.8 Exceptional 25 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-07&endDate=2025-12-08&selected=76546132&PinnedHotelID=76546132&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113070000/113061200/113061186/7f20a06b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Little Gasparilla Island a 2-bedroom cottage wth WiFi and AC on a private island Placida - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-07&endDate=2025-12-08&selected=113061186&PinnedHotelID=113061186&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![On the beach, sun-loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20370000/20360700/20360679/48b5c879.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tropical Island Getaway Beachfront Condo; Gulf Views, Pool, Ferry & Parking incl Placida - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 63 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-07&endDate=2025-12-08&selected=20360679&PinnedHotelID=20360679&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91710000/91700700/91700689/6610066c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bird's Nest has a birds eye view! 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If you brought your boat, and have the yellow permit plate, please leave on white chest in the foyer. Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: The salty Mermaid does not have cribs or playpens ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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 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 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 ## 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%7C26.82443%2C-82.28534&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=9ei5SEwGGopL-gyktYvN_AcgD4g=) Placida, FL #### What's nearby - Little Gasparilla Island Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles - Don Pedro Island State Park - 5 min drive - 1.7 miles - Gasparilla Marina - 25 min drive - 2.7 miles - Boca Grande Beach - 35 min drive - 9.3 miles - Englewood Beach - 42 min drive - 14.0 miles #### Getting around - Punta Gorda Airport (PGD) - 68 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Pink Elephant - ‬37 min drive - ‪Smokin Jerry’s - ‬26 min drive - ‪The Outlet At The Inlett Restaurant - ‬35 min drive - Rum Bay Restaurant - ‪Cool Pickle In Paradise - ‬28 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Salty Mermaid on Little Gasparilla Island! Come get salty! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Salty Mermaid on Little Gasparilla Island! Come get salty!? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Salty Mermaid on Little Gasparilla Island! Come get salty!? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Salty Mermaid on Little Gasparilla Island! Come get salty! located? > Nestled on the beach, this Placida holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Little Gasparilla Island Beach, Gasparilla Marina and Don Pedro Island State Park. Tails and Scales Charters is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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