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DIRECTIONS TO THE TARPON REAL ESTATE OFFICE:

From The North:

From I-75, take Exit #191 (old Exit #34) to Englewood. Approximately 5 miles, cross U.S. 41 onto River Road. Approximately 7 miles, turn left at light onto Pine Street, CR 775. Continue south toward Placida for approximately 10 miles. We are located in the Publix shopping center at 8725 Placida Road, Suite #8, Placida, FL 33946.

From The South:

From I-75, take Exit #170 (old Exit #31), turn left onto Kings Highway. Approximately 0.3 miles turn right at the first light onto Veterans' Parkway. After approximately 7 miles you will cross U.S. 41. Veterans' Parkway turns into CR 776 when you cross U.S. 41. After traveling for about 7 miles and after crossing the bridge at El Jobean, turn left at next light onto CR 771. Continue on CR 771 for about 8 miles. You will pass Gasparilla Marina on your left. The road takes a tight turn to the right. Continue past the Boca Grande Causeway for about 1.9 miles. We are located in the Publix shopping center at 8725 Placida Road, Suite #8, Placida, FL 33946.



DIRECTIONS TO ELDRED'S MARINA & PARKING DURING YOUR STAY:

From The North:

From I-75, take Exit #191 (old Exit #34) to Englewood. Approximately 5 miles, cross U.S. 41 onto River Road. Approximately 7 miles, turn left at light onto Pine Street, CR 775. Continue south toward Placida for approximately 13 miles. Turn right at the light at the Boca Grande Causeway. Eldred's marina is on the right (before the toll booth). Go in the marina office and pay for parking and boat launch (if needed). Make sure you don't launch your boat at the public landing which is on the corner of CR 775 and the Boca Grande Causeway, or Eldred's won't let you park your car and trailer there.

From The South:

From I-75, take Exit #170 (old Exit #31), turn left onto Kings Highway. Approximately 0.3 miles turn right at the first light onto Veterans' Parkway. After approximately 7 miles you will cross U.S. 41. Veterans' Parkway turns into CR 776 when you cross U.S. 41. After traveling for about 7 miles and after crossing the bridge at El Jobean, turn left at next light onto CR 771. Continue on CR 771 for about 8 miles. You will pass Gasparilla Marina on your left. The road takes a tight turn to the right. Turn left at the light on the Boca Grande Causeway. Eldred's marina is on the right (before the toll booth). Go in the marina office and pay for parking and boat launch (if needed). Make sure you don't launch your boat at the public landing which is on the corner of CR 775 and the Boca Grande Causeway, or Eldred's won't let you park your car and trailer there.

DIRECTIONS TO HIDEAWAY BAY FERRY & PARKING DURING YOUR STAY:

From The North:

From Interstate 75, take Exit #191 (old Exit #34) to Englewood. Approximately 5 miles, cross U.S. 41 onto River Road. Approximately 7 miles, turn left at light onto Pine Street, CR 775. Continue south toward Placida for approximately 10 miles. The Hideaway Bay ferry will be on your right. Pull in to the ferry loading area, unload your luggage and groceries then park your car directly across the street. The ferry usually runs on time so make sure you get there on time or you will have to wait for the next ferry.

From The South:

From I-75, take Exit #170 (old Exit #31), turn left onto Kings Highway. Approximately 0.3 miles turn right at the first light onto Veterans' Parkway. After approximately 7 miles you will cross U.S. 41. Veterans' Parkway turns into CR 776 when you cross U.S. 41. After traveling for about 7 miles and after crossing the bridge at El Jobean, turn left at next light onto CR 771. Continue on CR 771 for about 8 miles. You will pass Gasparilla Marina on your left. The road takes a tight turn to the right. You will pass the Boca Grande Causeway on your left. The Hideaway Bay ferry will be on your left. Pull in to the ferry loading area, unload your luggage and groceries then park your car directly across the street. The ferry usually runs on time so make sure you get there on time or you will have to wait for the next ferry.

HIDEAWAY BAY BEACH CLUB FERRY SCHEDULE:
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
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DIRECTIONS TO PLACIDA BEACH FERRY & PARKING DURING YOUR STAY:

From The North
From Interstate 75, take Exit #191 (old Exit #34) to Englewood. Approximately 5 miles, cross U.S. 41 onto River Road. Approximately 7 miles, turn left at light onto Pine Street, CR 775. Continue south toward Placida for approximately 9 miles. Placida Harbor, a gated community will be on your right. Stop at the guard house and give the security guard your name and check in. Pull in to the ferry loading area, unload your luggage and groceries then park your car around the rental/sales office. The ferry usually runs on time so make sure you get there on time or you will have to wait for the next ferry.

From The South
From I-75, take Exit #170 (old Exit #31), turn left onto Kings Highway. Approximately 0.3 miles turn right at the first light onto Veterans' Parkway. After approximately 7 miles you will cross U.S. 41. Veterans' Parkway turns into CR 776 when you cross U.S. 41. After traveling for about 7 miles and after crossing the bridge at El Jobean, turn left at next light onto CR 771. Continue on CR 771 for about 8 miles. You will pass Gasparilla Marina on your left. The road takes a tight turn to the right. You will pass the Boca Grande Causeway on your left. Placida Harbor, a gated community will be about a mile on your left. Stop at the guard house and give the security guard your name and check in. Pull in to the ferry loading area, unload your luggage and groceries then park your car around the rental/sales office. The ferry usually runs on time so make sure you get there on time or you will have to wait for the next ferry.

PLACIDA BEACH FERRY SCHEDULE

Departs daily from the mainland on the hour
and from Placida Beach on the half hour.

***MUST CALL FOR BEACH DEPARTURES***

DEPART MAINLAND DEPART PLACIDA BEACH
9:00A.M.
10:00A.M.
11:00A.M.
12 NOON
1:00 P.M.
2:00 P.M.
3:00 P.M.
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9:30 A.M.
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12:30 P.M.
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5:30 P.M.
6:30 P.M.
7:30 P.M.
8:30 P.M.
9:30 P.M.

***WEDNESDAY, FRIDAY AND SATURDAY ONLY***
Ferry on demand after 6:30 P.M. to 9:30 P.M.
Call Captain prior to 5:00 P.M. for arrangements.
Captain's Cell:(941) 626-1704

PARKING FOR FERRY SERVICE:

  • Park all vehicles in the parking area next to the rental and sales office.
  • Parking permit from guard is required for all overnight parking.
  • Guard at the gate house is on duty from 8:00 A.M to 6:00 P.M. ONLY.
  • The guard house phone number is (941) 697-0115.

NEARBY AIRPORT FACILITIES:

Enjoy the serenity of a secluded barrier island, minutes from the mainland and only an hour's drive from your choice of two international airports. Several smaller facilities support private pilots and charter services.

Airport Information:

Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport 941-359-2770
(East of U.S. 41 on Sarasota/Manatee line)
Southwest Florida International Airport 941-768-1000
Charlotte County Airport 941-639-4119 (pilot information)
941-639-1101 (general information)
Venice Municipal Airport 941-486-2711
Boca Grande Seaplane 941-964-0234
(pick up at airport, fly anywhere in Florida)

Tarpon Real Estate, Inc.
8725 Placida Road, Suite # 8
Placida, FL 33946
Office: (941) 697-7575
Fax: (941) 697-7422
Email: info@tarponrealty.com



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