Salt of the Sea
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Basic (1 shown)Tiny Cottage, Big Island Magic 🌊
Ready to trade alarm clocks for wave sounds? Welcome to Salt of the Sea, your cozy beachfront escape on peaceful Little Gasparilla Island — where shoes are optional, sunsets are mandatory, and stress doesn’t make it across the water.
This charming 1 bedroom / 1 bathroom beachfront cottage sits right on one of Florida’s last true hidden-gem barrier islands. Out here you won’t find stores, bars, restaurants, or traffic — just sea breeze, salty air, and that old-Florida island soul.
🏝 Old Florida Charm Meets Laid-Back Island Living
This cottage brings serious character with Caribbean-style architecture and a fully screened wraparound porch that might just become your favorite “room” in the house.
Sip coffee while watching dolphins cruise by.
Enjoy sunset dinners with Gulf views.
Fall asleep to waves instead of notifications.
🚤 Getting Here = Part of the Adventure
Little Gasparilla is a bridgeless barrier island, which means:
• Boat access only
• No ferry service
• No cars allowed
Arrive by water taxi, rental boat, or your own boat — and instantly switch to island time.
✔ Community dock access
✔ Electric + water at dock
✔ Up to 24 ft boat
Bonus: Many water taxis are pet-friendly, so your furry first mate can join the trip.
🛏 Cozy & Comfortable Accommodations
Sleeps Up To 4 (Perfect for couples, great for small families)
🌊 Bedroom — King Bed with fresh, comfy bedding
🌊 Living Room — Brand new sofa sleeper
Inside you’ll love:
• High ceilings + exposed beams
• Hardwood floors
• Panoramic windows bringing the outdoors in
• Nautical décor with cozy coastal vibes
🍳 Kitchen & Coffee Bar
The galley kitchen is compact but ready to roll:
✔ Double sink
✔ Oven + Microwave
✔ Convection toaster oven
✔ Small appliances for easy beach meals
Coffee Bar Perfection:
☕ Keurig
☕ Drip Coffee Maker
☕ Coffee Grinder
Indoor dining table seats 4 — perfect for fresh seafood nights or card games during summer storms.
🚿 Bedroom & Bath
The bedroom feels like a cozy coastal hideaway with wood ceilings and warm island touches.
Ensuite Bathroom Includes:
✔ Vanity
✔ Large Walk-In Shower
🌞 Island Amenities
WiFi
Smart TV
Air Conditioning
Washer / Dryer
Propane BBQ Grill
Board Games
🏖 Beach & Outdoor Extras
Outdoor Shower
Cooler
Beach Towels
Beach Chairs
Beach Umbrellas
(Translation: You’re beach ready the second you unpack.)
✨ The Island Lifestyle
Little Gasparilla is unplugged in the best way.
No crowds.
No traffic.
No rush.
Just you, the beach, and whatever adventure (or nap) the day brings.
If you’re dreaming of a romantic beachfront hideaway, a quiet writing retreat, or just a place where life slows down to the speed of waves — Salt of the Sea is calling.
Come breathe. Come reset. Come live salty. 🌊🌴☀️