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Welcome to THE HIVE. A hub for peace and relaxation. DIRECT GULF views

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Beach/ocean view
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Exterior
TV
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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Placida, FL
  • Place, Little Gasparilla Island Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Gasparilla Island State Park
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Place, Boca Grande Beaches
    ‪38 min drive‬
  • Airport, Punta Gorda Airport (PGD)
    ‪71 min drive‬

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Welcome to THE HIVE. A hub for peace and relaxation. DIRECT GULF views

The Hive - Gulf Front Paradise on Little Gasparilla Island

Hurricane renovations are complete, and The Hive is ready for your Gulf-front escape!
This stunning custom-built home sits directly on the Gulf of Mexico, offering panoramic views and sunsets you'll never forget. Located on boat-access-only Little Gasparilla Island, it's the perfect retreat for those craving peace, privacy, and Old Florida charm.
Flexible Layout:
The property can be rented as a 1-bedroom main unit or a 3-bedroom home. The second and third bedrooms are private suites, each with a queen bed, full bath, coffee bar, and mini refrigerator - ideal for couples or extended family. The main home features a spacious family kitchen, perfect for gathering after a day on the beach.
Step outside to soak in the breathtaking sunsets from your balcony, stroll the sandy shoreline, or simply relax to the sound of the waves.
Amenities:
WiFi, Air Conditioning, Charcoal BBQ Grill, Washer/Dryer, Linens Included, Dishwasher, Microwave, Coffee Maker, Blender, Dishes/Utensils, Community Dock (no power, water available), Fishing Access


Details:

Sleeps up to 6 guests

3 Bedrooms | 3 Full Baths (all Queen beds)

Outdoor shower

. Pets are welcome with owner approval; a $150 non-refundable pet fee per pet applies (breed and size restrictions may apply). A $500 refundable security deposit is required. Applicable charges include 12% tax, cleaning, and reservation fees, along with a 3% credit card processing fee (waived for check payments). Skip the extra fees and enjoy more beach days-book direct with Tarpon Real Estate. No smoking permitted. Stay a week or a lifetime. The Hive makes every day feel like island time.
During your stay at this holiday home, you're just a quick walk from Little Gasparilla Island Beach. Features include laundry facilities. The holiday home offers a kitchen and 3 bathrooms.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine and 3 bathrooms
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Steps from Little Gasparilla Island Beach and a 2-minute drive from Tails and Scales Charters
Welcome to THE HIVE. A hub for peace and relaxation. DIRECT GULF views offers its guests laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: Pets considered by some owners

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 professional host. 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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether 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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

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Welcome to THE HIVE. A hub for peace and relaxation. DIRECT GULF views Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Barb B.

Liked: Cleanliness
The home was clean and well stocked. The view was excellent and it was easy to get to the beach. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Gustave M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful place, beautiful setting. Host did great job making sure we got there, explained and provided great information needed for stay; was great! Planning to come again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Laurie B.

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin C., Lexington, KY

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house with a great view

We snagged this property last minute as our previous rental through another company was cancelled. So happy we did! It’s a great place to stay with family- the separate apartments helped everyone have their own space and downtime. Everything was great with no complaints. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Treasured memories!

Beautiful home on idyllic peaceful beach - in great shape while other homes around are still recovering from Ian. Also generously furnished. Nicely laid out for multiple couples for privacy - works with kids well - we brought monitor to be able to hear from separate room and gate for high porch for safety.
Stayed 16 nights in Feb 2023