9602 doubloon trail, PLACIDA, FL 33946

This well maintained 2 bedroom, 1 bath home is located on Little Gasparilla Island, a bridgeless barrier island off the coast of the Cape Haze Peninsula and is accessible only by private boat or water taxi. The island is just a short 10-minute ride across the bay, offering a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of the mainland. Here, you can truly unwind and let your stress melt away. In Gaspar’s Hideaway the HOA fee is $650 per year and the residents enjoy the convenience of first come first served docking, at one of the three docks, and deeded beach access. The home is located on a peaceful cul-de-sac surrounded by lush tropical foliage in a secluded garden like setting. Under the home is a workshop/golf cart garage with new deck and ramp. Golf cart comes with the home. There is an outdoor shower, great for rinsing off after a day at the beach, or out on the boat. The home has been stylishly renovated over the past few years to include all impact windows and doors, new window blinds in the bedrooms, electrical panel and wiring, a large screened in porch, decks, railings, metal roof, appliances, kitchen cabinets and pendant lighting, flooring, ceiling fans, a/c, bathroom vanity and tile in the shower. There are front and back open decks for outdoor seating. This home has a successful AirBnb for several years. Little Gasparilla Island does not have grocery stores, restaurants, or shops, but it does offer 3 ½ miles of pristine, uncrowded beaches, ideal for collecting seashells and shark’s teeth, swimming, or simply relaxing in the sun with a good book. The surrounding waters provide excellent fishing opportunities for redfish, snook, snapper, trout, and more. By water, you can easily reach a variety of delightful dock-side restaurants. As the day ends, neighbors often gather by the water’s edge to watch the sunset, concluding another blissful day in this island paradise. Come and discover this lovely home, embrace the unique lifestyle it offers, and experience what it truly means to live on island time.