Gasparilla Island Homes for Rent

Gasparilla Island sits in the Gulf of Mexico, surrounded by the clear blue waters off southwest Florida’s coast. This tropical waterfront destination is located between Venice and Fort Myers, but it occupies a world of its own. Anchored by the upscale Boca Grande community, the island has attracted celebrities for decades and has been connected to several prominent American families, including the Bushes, the Busches and the du Ponts. The community offers a tranquil, Old Florida setting with easy access to the amenities of contemporary coastal living. The island’s residential setting, much like the island itself, is picturesque and secluded. The largest and most expensive homes offer waterfront views and private docks. Most of the island’s single-family offerings are influenced by traditional Key West architecture. The Coastal style is prominent, and many homes feature its common elements, such as shuttered windows and elevated living areas designed with hurricanes in mind. Inland, prices range from the mid-$2 millions to about $5 million. Waterfront properties typically range from about $5 million to the high $10 millions, although newly built estate-style homes can sell for more