Tropical Heaven Punta Gorda

A short distance from sailing, kayaking, and more, this pet-friendly vacation home lets you experience it all. Thanks to the convenient covered onsite parking, you can either leave your vehicle behind and let your feet make short work of the 14-minute walk to Charlotte Harbor Preserve State Park, or easily tackle the quick 4-minute drive to Peace River.

Relax by the heated pool or sip a drink in the garden of this 1500-sq-ft vacation home, which also features a deck or patio and a firepit. As for the great indoors, you can come inside and enjoy the free WiFi and TV.

This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom rental features a dining area, a BBQ grill, and air conditioning. Bathroom amenities include a hair dryer, towels, and toilet paper. The kitchen is equipped with an oven, a stovetop, and a refrigerator, as well as a coffee maker, an ice maker, and a lobster pot. And you can even pack a bit lighter because there's a washer and dryer.