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Fish Tales & Flip Flops - Spectacular Palm Island pool home

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A heated pool
Exterior
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
Aerial view

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

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

Fish Tales & Flip Flops - Spectacular Palm Island pool home

Palm island charm. Are you hopinmg to get away from it all? This is the ideal location. Palm island is a beautiful barrier island in SW Florida, accesable by car ferry or boat. This adorable 3 bedroom 1 and a half bath home speaks to your need for sun-filled lazy days by the pool, catching your dinner right off the dock, and strolling the pristine white sand beaches Palm Island is known for! Only two minutes by golf cart to spectacular sunsets and shelling! Lots of tropical foliage, and a back yard set up for spending days and evenings outside - screened porch for those breezy evenings, and an open deck underneath with lots of sitting room - you will hardly ever be inside! Minutes to the blue-green waters of the Gulf of Mexico! Come and enjoy all the island has to offer.
Accommodates: 6 guests maximum.

Beds: 3 Queens, 1 Twin.

Amenities include: Air-Conditioned, Washer/Dryer, Linens Included, Dishwasher, Microwave, Toaster, Coffeemaker, Blender, Dishes/Utensils Provided, Cable TV, WIFI

Pets require OWNER APPROVAL Breed and size limits apply. Pet fee is $150 per pet plus tax.
Extras: WIFI, Private Pool, Private Dock, Golf Cart (seats 4), Outside Shower, Propane Grill and Charcoal Grill.

**Reservations booked for less than 5 nights constitutes a higher nightly rate**

Sorry, No Smoking. Pets are permitted upon owner approval and require a $150 non-refundable pet fee.
Please note rates are subject to 12% tax, cleaning and reservation fee.

$500.00 Refundable Security Deposit also required.
Located directly in between Sarasota and Ft. Myers on Southwest Florida's Gulf Coast, Palm Island is as close as you can get to Old Florida! Beautiful barrier island, that offers sandy beach paths and the turquoise waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Take the car ferry over to decompress and escape the rush and routines! Golf carts are the preferred method of transportation! There is one restaurant on the island, as well as a place to get ice cream.
Come relax and unwind in a secluded tropical paradise.

Palm Island is for those seeking a respite from the hectic pace of the mainland and the hassles of everyday life. Escape to Palm Island where you can Stay a Week or a Lifetime!

Please note: An additional 3% credit card fee applies for all payments made by credit card. To avoid this fee, feel free to pay by check. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation
**PLEASE NOTE: This is a bridgeless, barrier island that is accessed by car ferry or private boat. Call us for details!

**NO BOOKING IS CONFIRMED/FINALIZED UNTIL you have been contacted by Tarpon Rental Services staff!

Property manager

David

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Heated pool

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Charcoal grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Kayak on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Swimming 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)

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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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Pets considered by some owners

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

2163

About the neighborhood

Map
Placida, FL

What's nearby

  • Don Pedro Island Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Stump Pass Beach State Park - 10 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Little Gasparilla Island Beach - 11 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Englewood Beach - 26 min drive - 15.1 km
  • Boca Grande Beach - 27 min drive - 17.7 km

Getting around

  • Punta Gorda Airport (PGD) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • Burger King
  • ‪Lickity Split Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • Stump Pass Grille
  • ‪Koo's Kitchen - ‬10 min drive
  • End Zone

Frequently asked questions

Is Fish Tales & Flip Flops - Spectacular Palm Island pool home pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Fish Tales & Flip Flops - Spectacular Palm Island pool home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fish Tales & Flip Flops - Spectacular Palm Island pool home?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Fish Tales & Flip Flops - Spectacular Palm Island pool home located?

Located in Palm Island, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Don Pedro Island Beach and Lemon Bay. Don Pedro Island State Park and Little Gasparilla Island Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Fish Tales & Flip Flops - Spectacular Palm Island pool home Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Janelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love it every year
The best vacation we take each year!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

lindy m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Summer fun
Lovely week spent in this well appointed home! It had everything we could have needed- fully stocked kitchen, golf cart, kayaks, a pool! Our family enjoyed our time here together on beautiful palm island!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darla K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing house!
Such a great house and property! This house is fully equipped with everything, and so much to do! I truly enjoyed this place with my family so much. Would highly recommend.😊
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monica S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
perfect place for a getaway
Great place to stay! We enjoyed it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Lyndsey R., Fleming Island, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay
House had everything that we needed. We enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Whitney K., Bradenton, FL

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved our stay
Loved our time at Fish Tales and Flip flops. Perfect place for our family of 4. Enjoyed the pool and the dock. We had a fabulous family vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
VACA
Awesome!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susanne G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super cute and joyful!
a cute and comfy and well adorned place! wonderfully stocked and perfect for our party of 3! the island location is magical. All around - a great getaway!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property
Better than advertised. Great pool, super well stocked, short golf cart ride to an empty pristine beach. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
This rental was very nice and we had a great stay. The golf cart made our trips to the beach a breeze. The bikes weren't in that great of condition so we didn't end up using those. The kitchen was well stocked for cooking for a family. The private dock made our fishing very enjoyable as we could come and go very easily. I would definitely recommend this rental.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
First family vacation
Great house and location. It was our first family vacation with our kids and their spouses and our first grandchild. Loved the 2 kayaks, pool and a quick golf cart ride to the beach. My husband loved quiet fishing on the dock. We loved it all!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Niky W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend Get-a-Way
Perfect little spot for a long weekend. The bikes and golf cart make it easy to get around the island. Plenty of beach towels and chairs available to use! The pool was the perfect place to hang out after a day of fishing! We enjoyed our weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Summer Vacation with family
We stayed for our family vacation. It was great having a golf cart included with the rental to get around the island without added expense. We enjoyed games on the screened porch in the evenings. Pool was great to cool off in during the day. We fished from the dock. Garden area around pool was well kept. Sitting area with hammock under the house was nicely shaded and provided escape from the sun. Kayaks and paddle boards were great for water fun. Kitchen was well stocked with everything we needed to prepare meals. A/C works great. Location was easy access to beach with golf cart. Upstairs loft was perfect for our 14 year old son. The two queen bedrooms on the main level worked well for my wife and I and our daughter and son-in-law. Nice Weber gas Grill. Great place to stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely property
We loved our stay! The property was very clean and had everything you need and more. You can tell owners put a lot attention to details and love in the decor. Property managers and cleaning staff were on point. We loved the screen patio upstairs. We were able to have all the meals outside. Downstairs beautiful set up, outdoor shower, pool, hammock, grill and fire pit. The golf cart available in the property was a great way to tour the beautiful and super private island and got us to the beach for amazing sunsets. Will love to rent again for a longer stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Lee C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place to get away yet stay connected
Beautiful property, quiet neighborhood. Great dock for fishing, nice pool, a few mosquitoes so bring your spray. We had some problems with the golf cart holding a charge so hopefully that’s fixable cause that would have been great to use. We rented a boat and had it delivered, it’s an easy route to Stump Pass or Boca Grande. Beach is literally just a couple minutes and never was very crowded. Hardly no one at times. All in all a great vacation 😀
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

amie b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
This is the fifth time we have stayed at this house. We love it. The location is perfect. Don Pedro Island is a small, friendly community with its own beautiful beach. The house itself is great. The back yard is lovely and the pool is such a nice bonus. The fenced in yard allowed us to bring our dog. There is a little gap in the fence in the front so if you have a small escape Artist just keep your eye out. But the yard has such pretty landscaping and plenty of outdoor furniture. When you’ve had too much Sun you can go under the house and hang out there. We love to spend time on the porch just looking out at the canal. Judy and Audrey are very nice and easy to communicate with. House is clean and decor is nice and beachy. All and all, a wonderful place.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Beth M.

Had a great time!
We stayed the first week in January. We had a very nice time. House is great, location is great. The golf cart and kayaks were very nice to use. We couldn't believe the amount of shark teeth we found on the beach! They were EVERYWHERE! We even found one in our water shoes when we got home! When we took the kayaks out, we saw dolphins, and a shark! The shark swam under the kayaks, and we were able to touch it! It was a bonnethead shark. We took the kayaks down to the hidden lake. That was fun-a bit of a trip but worth it. The pool was nice, but cold. The pool guy came near the end of the week and said our heater was off...so we didn't swim much. The weather was very chilly, so we had to wear coats or jackets, but it was very beautiful and a good vacation. The transport over to the island is very short, and very expensive. Make sure to bring everything you need, as there is nowhere to purchase items on the island, but it is worth it to not have crowds on the beach. The local people were very friendly. We lost power, but when we called they were quick to respond and got it right back on.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Island paradise
We enjoyed our stay at Fishtales & Flipflops. The cottage was an ideal location for rest and relaxation as well as aquatic sports and beach walks. The pool and dock were wonderful! ( a couple of suggestions:#1, the golf cart rear step is almost rusted and corroded out completely. Just a matter of time before an unobservant rider slices their leg! #2. The golf cart isn’t holding a very good charge and the battery needs replacement #3. The cabinet with games and books was a mess. We took everything out, cleaned it and tidied the contents #4 we straightened up and organized all the equipment under the house. #5 one of the plastic chairs at the end of the dock is cracked #6 need to store snake detector batteries. We brought some out after a night of chirping #7 stick Dutch cleanser for easier porcelain kitchen sink clean up #8 bike tires found flat. We blew them up and enjoyed riding These were minor things compared to the wonderful family time we experienced in a overall delightful environment!! Ginny Hluchan
Stayed 16 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Jennifer S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very relaxing
Enjoyed the stay very much. Very quiet, beautiful beaches and waterways.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Natalie H., Georgia USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I call it my Goldilocks stay…
We were married on this island and have been back twice. This was the best of those stays. I call it a Goldilocks experience - for my nomadic brother it was too big - for my husband - it felt too small - but for me - it was just right. So comfortable - well stocked - ideal location - and appropriate decor. So many are too kitschy or outdated - but this home reflects the surroundings and feels like home. From the kitchen to the bedrooms - you’ll want for nothing - it’s all there! Even straws and a flashlight for late night dog walks🐾. Haha. We loved the pool and APPRECIATED the complimentary golf cart. I can’t wait to come back. I’m going to rebook now…
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

amie b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love it!
This is the third time we have stayed in this house and we still love it! The area is so secluded. Sometimes I was there only person on the beach. The house itself is clean and nicely decorated. The backyard is so tranquil and pretty and the pool is a great option. The fact that it’s pet friendly with a fenced in yard is perfect for our dog. Overall love it.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paula S., Dunwoody, Georgia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceeded all of our expectations
Fishtales and Flipflops was the perfect haven for our spring break. The house was perfectly sized for our party of 6. The beds were extremely comfortable and the house was well stocked with pantry essentials, games, beach gear, and more. We loved having access to a private pool, golf cart, bikes, and boats. We have zero complaints. We enjoyed every minute of our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ross T., Lubbock, TX

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing escape and great value!
Our family of six LOVED our time here. It was such a relaxing escape. We enjoyed every amenity of the property - heated pool, screened in porch, kayaks/dock, outdoor shower, grill, hammock, stocked kitchen, comfy beds, plenty of towels, pillows and linens, lots of games available, sand toys, boogie boards, beautiful scenery, stocked kitchen. The beach was amazing. I could’ve stayed forever. It’s not the most high end rental we’ve stayed in; there are some minor details that need updating but they wouldn’t deter me from going back. It was a very home-y place to stay. Check out is early - 10 am, which was hard with our large family as all towels need to be laundered and put away and there is only an apartment sized, VERY inefficient washer and dryer. It took us HOURS to accomplish that. Plan accordingly.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020

8/10 Good

David K., Clearwater, Fl

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A little piece of Paradise
Property had everything needed to relax and chill. Location was great and the pool was a must! The property manager was more than willing to help with anything and notified when a vendor was coming to the property. Would definitely book through Judy again. Only reason I can't give a 5 is the cleaning service slacked in several areas. Counter tops were sticky, dust bunnies on the ceiling above the table, outdoor table was black when wiped. Overall great time!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Zackary V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Property
We had a wonderful time and could not have picked a better property.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019