PLACIDA, FL 33946 8152 LITTLE GASPARILLA ISLAND

This beautiful 3 bedroom, 3 bath home is located on Little Gasparilla Island, a bridgeless barrier island off the Cape Haze Peninsula, accessible by private boat or water taxi only. 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. This home is located in Banyan Bayou, a land condominium community, where you have a 1/7 undivided interest in this gulf to bay property, a community deep water dock, and deeded beach access. The HOA fee is on an as needed basis. The home was built in 2007 and was renovated after hurricane Ian in 2022 to include a new metal roof, hardy board siding, new luxury vinyl floors throughout the home, fully renovated kitchen with cabinetry, stainless-steel appliances; stove, microwave, dishwasher, French door refrigerator, wine cooler, ceiling fans in all rooms, and the wrap around deck and upper balcony had the decking and railings with stainless steel wire replaced. In 2024 the home was beautifully furnished. On the first floor, a kitchen that would make any chef happy has beautiful granite counter tops and a large island with dining area and closet pantry, a full bath with beautiful shower tile, travertine floors and granite countertop, large laundry room with travertine floors and shelving for storage, den/3rd bedroom with pocket doors, large living room, and screened in porch. On the second floor, are two primary suites with French doors leading out to the open balcony, facing west, with partial views of the gulf. Both ensuite bathrooms have beautiful wall tile, granite countertops and travertine floors. Downstairs, under the house is a large porch, dining area, a fire pit area, storage shed large enough to hold all your fishing tackle, beach toys and golf cart, and an outdoor shower. 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.