$629,000

This stylish two-bedroom, two-bath home is nestled among mature tropical foliage on Little Gasparilla Island, a unique bridgeless barrier island located off the Cape Haze peninsula. The island is accessible exclusively by boat or water taxi, offering a peaceful getaway surrounded by natural beauty. Little Gasparilla Island (LGI) is renowned for its peaceful and friendly atmosphere, with no shops, restaurants, or car traffic. Designed with low maintenance in mind, the home features vinyl siding, composite decking and stair treads, as well as powder-coated aluminum railings that wrap around the exterior. These features ensure durability and minimize upkeep for homeowners. Positioned just one lot back from the bay, the home offers water views and is only a short walk from both the beach and the dock. The yearly dock association fee is $250. Inside, the home is equipped with blown-in insulation, double-insulated impact glass doors and windows, solid surface counters, upgraded designer cabinets, decorator fans, upgraded faucets and finishes, a wet-bar, stainless steel appliances, Levlour window blinds, and a stack washer and dryer. The flooring features 18” tile throughout. Key mechanical updates include a new air conditioning unit installed in 2022 and a new water heater in 2024. The property has an aerobic (ATU) septic system, which successfully passed its yearly inspection and received a new aerator in 2024. The current floor plan allows for the potential addition of a third bedroom. A three-bedroom floor plan is available upon request. The home is offered fully turn-key furnished for immediate enjoyment. Downstairs, you can enjoy an outdoor shower, perfect after a day at the beach or out on the boat. The lounge area beneath the home is Key West inspired, featuring bright colors and décor, comfortable seating areas for relaxing. Privacy is enhanced by surrounding lattice and landscaping. There is a large storage area for all your beach toys, yard tools, and fishing gear. The front yard is fully fenced and designed as a garden oasis, with gumbo limbo, avocado, and fig trees, as well as plumeria, hibiscus, and bougainvillea plants. The surrounding waters offer ample fishing opportunities for redfish, snapper, trout, snook, and more. Little Gasparilla Island features 3½ miles of uncrowded, beautiful beach for exploration and relaxation. Residents and visitors can enjoy watching shore birds at the water’s edge, spotting dolphins, and searching for seashells and shark’s teeth. To experience island living firsthand, call to make an appointment to view this home and discover what “living on island time” really means. .