Title: Great Escape Less then 5 min walking distance to Down Town Punta Gorda! 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Don's - ‬4 min walk ## About this property ### Great Escape Less then 5 min walking distance to Down Town Punta Gorda! Guest house located in Downtown Punta Gorda Great Escape Less then 5 min walking distance to Down Town Punta Gorda! provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Additional perks include: - Smoke-free property, outdoor furniture and barbecues Room features All guest rooms at Great Escape Less then 5 min walking distance to Down Town Punta Gorda! offer perks, such as air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and dining tables. Extra amenities include: - Bathrooms with showers and hairdryers - Decks/patios, outdoor lighting and kitchenettes ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Internet access ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No lift (single-level property) - Single level property - Stair-free path to entrance - Tile flooring in public areas - Visual alarms in hallways - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel ### More - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Food and drink - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dining table - Electric kettle - Hob - Kitchenette - Microwave - Paper towels - Refrigerator ### More - Air conditioning - Dryer - Heating - Iron/ironing board - Living room - Water-efficient showers - Water-efficient toilets ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 1 total (up to 23 kg per pet) ### 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 Cashless transactions are available On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector 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 ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Great Escape Less then 5 min walking distance to Down Town Punta Gorda! pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. ### What time is check-in at Great Escape Less then 5 min walking distance to Down Town Punta Gorda!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Great Escape Less then 5 min walking distance to Down Town Punta Gorda!? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Great Escape Less then 5 min walking distance to Down Town Punta Gorda! located? > Located in Downtown Punta Gorda, this guesthouse is within a 5-minute walk of A. C. Freeman House and Gilchrist Park. Peace River and Blanchard House Museum are also within 15 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Great Escape Less then 5 min walking distance to Down Town Punta Gorda! Reviews 9.4 ### 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 4 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark D. 10 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect This quiet little place was perfect in every way . Walking distance to all downtown restaurants and shops and just a few blocks from a waterfront park . The shower was great and the bed was very comfortable. It has a private patio perfect for morning coffee or dinner on the open air . This place is perfect for one or two guest . ##### Mark D. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 24 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A quiet retreat in Punta Gorda We really enjoyed our stay. Owners on the property and very responsive to our needs. We encountered a health crisis at the end of our stay and they were very helpful. Location was excellent. No need to rent a car. Everything within walking distance. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Stewart D. 21 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Punta Gorda Fantastic location and access to downtown amenities. Nice room . Netflix and prime video were good but also need cable TV access. ##### Stewart D. Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Caroline H. 19 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Central Punta Gorda I can't imagine a better location. I walked to restaurants, the farmers market, church etc., and enjoyed my quiet backyard patio. The apartment was sparkling clean and well appointed. Plenty of street parking out front. I would definitely stay here again. ##### Caroline H. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Ginger S. 20 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Ginger S. Stayed 22 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joanne G. 17 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Joanne G. 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