Port Charlotte
The friendly hub of Port Charlotte is perfectly situated for easy access to the charming and historic town of Punta Gorda to the south and the laid-back Old Florida vibes of Englewood to the northwest, but that's not the only reason to look for a rental here!
You'll find plenty of shopping, a wide variety of locally owned restaurants and food trucks, a wide variety of fun activities, major sporting events, lots of live music, and many parks and green spaces, paddle-able Blueway Trails, tons of wildlife, and an altogether amiable vibe.
Haute Cuisine Highlights
A home base in Port Charlotte comes complete with easy access to all the many great local restaurants in the area, but here are a few close-by favorites to get you started:
For an elegant evening complete with gourmet cuisine and masterful live jazz music in a beautiful environment, head over to the Grill at 1951. To dance the night away with a great local band or a nationally-touring tribute group while enjoying truly creative (and very tasty) food, hit up Twisted Fork. For hand-cut and perfect aged steak and locally-famous popovers, try Prime Serious Steak. For delectable, authentic Indian cuisine, take your pick between Curry & Kabab a bit to the south, and Flavors of India on the north side.
Sports to Watch and Play
Port Charlotte is the home of Tampa Bay Rays Spring Training at the highly-rated Charlotte Sports Park. The area also hosts the annual Snowbird Baseball Classic, a showcase of the top collegiate teams in the country, which means games full of the literal stars of tomorrow.
There are also many highly-rated golf courses in the area, and even an indoor spot with simulators based on famous courses where you can work on your game in temperature-controlled comfort.
No matter where you stay in Port Charlotte, you'll have easy access to great outdoor adventures and indoor fun.