Title: Historic MamaDear House, Boca Grande Island w/private pool, 5min stroll to beach Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=68480283&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Historic MamaDear House, Boca Grande Island w/private pool, 5min stroll to beach ## Photo gallery for Historic MamaDear House, Boca Grande Island w/private pool, 5min stroll to beach ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Historic MamaDear House, Boca Grande Island w/private pool, 5min stroll to beach (Boca Grande)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68490000/68480300/68480283/c185a60c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Historic MamaDear House, Boca Grande Island w/private pool, 5min stroll to beach (Boca Grande)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68490000/68480300/68480283/5128bcd0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Historic MamaDear House, Boca Grande Island w/private pool, 5min stroll to beach (Boca Grande)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68490000/68480300/68480283/d7822137.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books, music library - Historic MamaDear House, Boca Grande Island w/private pool, 5min stroll to beach (Boca Grande)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68490000/68480300/68480283/c51d55ca.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Historic MamaDear House, Boca Grande Island w/private pool, 5min stroll to beach (Boca Grande)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68490000/68480300/68480283/7f35a886.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled in the heart of Boca Grande, Mama Dear House offers a unique blend of history and modern comfort. Stroll to the ocean, unwind by the pool or enjoy a coffee from the wet bar as you work remotely with fast internet. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 10 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - 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. ### Historic MamaDear House, Boca Grande Island w/private pool, 5min stroll to beach Welcome to the historic Mama Dear House. This home has undergone a remarkable renovation creating an unparalleled modern 5 bedroom home, in the heart of the Boca Grande town, w/the addition of a pool. The distance from the ocean is an easy 5 minute stroll, 3 minute bike ride. (.2miles). This home comes outfitted w/pool and beach towels, 6 beach chairs & one beach umbrella for your convenience. A wet bar/coffee bar off the dining room, game room off the living room, TVs in bedrooms & living room The property is set up for a remote workspace with fast internet. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Heated pool - Outdoor pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 4.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Outdoor shower - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Music library - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - 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. - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a village - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the marina - Near the sea ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Heated pool - Optional golf privileges - Tennis - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Swimming 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) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17240000/17238900/17238826/6e0e9983.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Boca Grande Hotel Boca Grande - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning 8.8 Excellent 604 reviews £146 includes taxes & fees 1 Mar - 2 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-01&endDate=2026-03-02&selected=17238826&PinnedHotelID=17238826&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13150000/13145800/13145708/1c6d9bfa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sun Life Beach Hotel Englewood Central - Pool - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning 9.6 Exceptional 362 reviews £145 includes taxes & fees 27 Mar - 28 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-28&selected=13145708&PinnedHotelID=13145708&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Compare similar properties](/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-14&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=68480283&PinnedHotelID=68480283&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2&comparePropertyIds=68480283,17238826,13145708) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 1 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Rules Garbage containers must be moved to front of the house on WEDNESDAY night. DO NOT disturb the Two pipes coming out of the ground in front of them. No pods are to be used in the washing machine or dishwasher DO No Flushable wipes down the toilet Pool towels should remain in the pool area ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### 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 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 ## About the area Located in Boca Grande, this holiday home is near the beach. Whidden's Marina and Boca Grande Lighthouse Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Englewood Beach and Gasparilla Island State Park. Jet skiing, kayaking and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby. [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%7C26.74986%2C-82.26008&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=sEqv-hj5i9JkJTFnqfeyNsQx0Lg=) 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 8 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 12 min walk \- 0.7 miles - Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Boca Grande Historical Society and Museum 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles ### Getting around - Punta Gorda Airport (PGD) 54 min drive ### Restaurants - South Beach Bar And Grille 5 min drive - The Pink Elephant 7 min walk - Smokin Jerry’s 12 min drive - Miller's Dockside 9 min walk - The Outlet At The Inlett Restaurant 13 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Historic MamaDear House, Boca Grande Island w/private pool, 5min stroll to beach have a pool? ### Is Historic MamaDear House, Boca Grande Island w/private pool, 5min stroll to beach pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Historic MamaDear House, Boca Grande Island w/private pool, 5min stroll to beach? ### What time is check-in at Historic MamaDear House, Boca Grande Island w/private pool, 5min stroll to beach? ### What time is check-out at Historic MamaDear House, Boca Grande Island w/private pool, 5min stroll to beach? ### Where is Historic MamaDear House, Boca Grande Island w/private pool, 5min stroll to beach located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Historic MamaDear House, Boca Grande Island w/private pool, 5min stroll to beach 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 26 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Henry P. 1 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great for families! Great location and was great for our family! ##### Henry P. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Scott H. 11 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful home in great location My family stayed here for our kids' spring break and had an excellent time. The home is beautiful, very well and comfortably furnished, and in a great location. I had a couple of questions while there that the owner promptly answered, including by text message and phone call. Highly recommend staying here! ##### Scott H. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brian M. 28 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Memorial Day Weekend Great Place. Perfect Location ##### Brian M. Stayed 4 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Donald E K. 1 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Boca Grande Vacation We loved the house. It is very clean and has every amenity you need really. Close to down town. Easy check in and check out. Great family vacation house! ##### Donald E K. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dana S. 18 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect location We love this house. We have stayed here several times and it fits our family of 8 adults perfectly. The location is amazing… close to town and all the restaurants as well as the beach. We love the pool in the backyard as a place to relax and the house is fully stocked with all the cooking supplies you would need. We will definitely stay there again. ##### Dana S. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Betts F. 2 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A Wonderful House in so many ways Our second year at Mama Dear and it was so much fun enjoying this special place with kids and grandkids. The house is so warm, welcoming, comfortable and well laid out! The pool was a big hit! And being only a short stroll from the beach and downtown, for us, it was the perfect location. We never used our car. Can't wait til next year! Thank you! ##### Betts F. Stayed 15 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Megan P. 22 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### It’s perfect We have stayed all over on Boca and everywhere has a little something that makes it special. This property is no exception. It’s so beautifully done and has anything you would need, great location, close to everything, yet nice and quiet. A luxurious stay, extremely well kept and cared for. Would 100% be a repeat rental for us. Thanks Deana! ##### Megan P. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sandra N. 19 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Boca Grande awesome family house We were thrilled with the Mama Dear house. It is incredibly spacious and beautifully decorated and renovated. A large entry way opens up to a huge family room on your right and dining room on the left that leads to a kitchen with top of the line appliances, and china, utensils silver. Off the family room a sitting area and off dining room a bar and coffee station. And there is a pool. Finally the pool and location are the cherry on top. ##### Sandra N. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anne M. 3 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful week in Boca Grande! We really enjoyed our week long stay at the Mama Dear House! The house is perfectly situated in town and a stones throw away from the beach. The house is very homey and comfortable and had everything we needed. We particularly loved the big dining table off the kitchen and the little games nook where my kids loved to play scrabble and card games. The pool was a great way to cool off and we used the bbq with great success. The owner Deana was very communicative and helpful with all aspects of our visit. We look forward to coming again! ##### Anne M. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dinah S. 1 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Boca Grande Home 2025 This was our second year staying at the Historic Mama Dear Home in Boca Grande, and perfection best describes the home, the location, the activities, and the weather! The house is beautiful and well-appointed with high-quality furniture and amenities for maximum comfort. The well-equipped kitchen and dining area are functional and aesthetically pleasing, providing a very comfortable space for cooking and gathering. The lovely backyard pool and outdoor table offer yet another comfortable space to gather. The outdoor grill and shower are a bonus, as are the beach chairs and beach towels. The house is centrally located in Boca Grande's quaint and quiet village on Gasparilla Island. We walked, biked, and golf carted to all locations; our car sat parked for a week. The beach is 4 blocks from the home, and is lovely for swimming, sunbathing, and shelling. The fishing is fantastic, and there are numerous outfitters to take you out for the day. There are nice restaurants such as the Pink Elephant, South Beach Grille, and the Eagle Grille. And, we highly recommend Newlins for gourmet provisions such as lobster salad rolls and crab cakes! Deana, owner and host, is a delightful person and very responsive. She is one text away for questions. And, it is so apparent how much she loves and cares for her family home. Thank you, Deana!It was a wonderful vacation for my family, perfect actually! We have reservations for 2026 and cannot wait to return! ##### Dinah S. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kyle R. 10 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great location, great house ##### Kyle R. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ashley M. 4 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy I love this house so much. It is beautifully appointed and so well maintained and loved. ##### Ashley M. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sam H. 9 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### BG Spring Break Absolutely amazing house, location and management. We will 100% be renting this house again. ##### Sam H. Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matt P. 7 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great spot Couldn't have been better, great house, easy to deal with host, look forward to doing it again! ##### Matt P. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### jennifer k. 26 Dec 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great house! Excellent property - clean - close to beach - has everything you need and all new! ##### jennifer k. Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anthony C. 17 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic property, huge craftsmen style home in paradise. A gem in Boca Grande. Top notch! ##### Anthony C. Stayed 10 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tharon M. 5 May 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful house We had a lovely stay at the Mama Dear house - the property is beautifully appointed and cared for in an amazing location! We hope to return. ##### Tharon M. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Libby M. 1 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great week! Loved staying at the "Mama Dear" house. Everything was awesome from start to finish! Was a great vacation week! ##### Libby M. Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michelle S., St. Louis, MO 30 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Boca Grande home! Our family of six had a wonderful vacation at MamaDear House and Boca Grande. The home is absolutely beautiful, comfortable and close to everything…the beach, shops and restaurants! We thoroughly enjoyed the pool and cooking meals in the well-appointed kitchen. Highly recommend this property and we hope to be back! ##### Michelle S. Stayed 7 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ashley M. 19 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Spectacular Home This home is simply stunning. Beautifully decorated, with every amenity you could possibly want. One of my all time favorite places I have ever stayed! ##### Ashley M. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anton H., Palm Harbor, Florida 12 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The best of Boca Grande Beautiful, historic home updated to the most modern, high-end amenities. Charming layout and close to everything. With a golf cart (which is a must) the beach is even easier to access than the beach condos. Wonderful host. ##### Anton H. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John N. 4 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very Nice House We had a total of 10 people. 5 Adults and 5 kids ranging from 9 - 1\. They layout of the house was great for all. Location is right in town so easy access to everything. The pool was great for the kids and the beach is a short golf cart ride away. The kitchen is very large and easy for multiple people to prepare/cook at one time. Boca Grande is a special place and full of memories for our family. ##### John N. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 25 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Simply Perfect We have been coming to the Island since our children were small but hadn't been for a few years. We wanted a family reunion and could think of no better place and your beautiful house was the most perfect place for us all. It is exactly how you described it and more. We had the most amazing time eating outside, playing in the pool and walking to the beach. Just perfect, thank you x ##### Verified traveller Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan G., Tampa, Florida 10 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location The house is lovely & had everything we needed. Located close enough to walk to the beach (or rent a golf cart!), it’s conveniently near all the village shops & restaurants. The owner was very helpful and informative. If you go in the summer though, make sure you bring OFF with DEET or something similar. The mosquitoes and sand fleas were brutal at dusk/night. ##### Susan G. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Linda S. 8 Aug 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family Vacation Great House ##### Linda S. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021 ---