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Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedroomsSleeps 689 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

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Englewood, FL
  • Englewood Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Blind Pass Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Stump Pass Beach State Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Punta Gorda Airport (PGD)
    ‪49 min drive‬

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  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
5.0 out of 5, Exceptional, (173)
The price is €293
for 1 room
includes taxes & fees
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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

NO STORM DAMAGE! DOG FRIENDLY!

Welcome to Starfish Stays. Our little piece of paradise is a five minute walk to a pristine private beach on the blue waters of the Gulf of Mexico. This totally renovated Key West inspired studio is setting the standard on Manasota Key as one of eight units at Starfish Stays on the unique Manasota Key of Southwest Florida.

Starfish stays is an easy jaunt to the beach for gorgeous morning walks, shell and shark teeth collecting, swimming, sitting under an umbrella, basking in the sun or watching the most beautiful sunsets of the Gulf. Plenty of complimentary beach chairs, umbrellas, and towels in the unit. Two custom built outdoor showers hit the spot to rinse away the sand and salt. We make it easy for you to relax and enjoy your vacation.

The grounds of Starfish feature a beautiful pergola complete with gas fire pit, bbq, cornhole games and seating for eight!

The fantastic Stump Pass is 3 miles south of the property. Here you can fish, hike the nature trails, launch a boat or kayak or just relax on the secluded beach. Stump Pass is an excellent location for finding shark teeth. Parking is only $3 per day.

Blind Pass is one mile north on the key. There are nature trails, docks for fishing, kayak launches, and playground and picnic areas. There are public restrooms and outdoor showers as well as more beautiful beaches. Parking is free here and abundant.

Starfish Stays was completely renovated inside and out. Our property features 8 total vacations units. 2B is brand new and was completed March 2020. Everything is new down to the stainless appliances, queen size beds and custom countertop. Starfish 2B boasts two brand new queen beds, one in each bedroom, and a sofa bed w/ upgraded brand new memory foam full size mattress for added comfort. We offer a fully stocked kitchen, full bathroom, and all linens.

Starfish Stays has eight units on the same property! Four two bedroom units, 3 studios, and a one bedroom unit. We can accommodate larger groups in several units.

We have our own private beach access, a TWO minute walk to the sand. Looking to avoid the big beach crowds? Our private beach is wide, sandy and PRIVATE.

Please check out this review from a well known blogger: https://www.ytravelblog.com/manasota-key-florida/

During your stay at this apartment building, you're just a quick walk from Englewood Beach. The apartment offers free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned apartment with kitchen, washing machine and balcony
  • Free WiFi
  • Just a 4-minute walk from Englewood Beach and 10 minutes by car from Manasota Beach
NO STORM DAMAGE! DOG FRIENDLY! offers its guests barbecue grills and a picnic area. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Englewood apartment is smoke free.

Property manager

Scot Hill

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Direct access to a private beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking on the property.

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 955 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: We love dogs.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: no parties or large gatherings
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
New! ON THE Key! Walk to the Beach. Starfiash 2B
New! ONE THE Key! Walk to the Beach. Starfiash 2B

NO STORM DAMAGE! DOG FRIENDLY! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 31 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dianne D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Beach Getaway!
My family loved this amazing beach vacation rental—it is pet-friendly and surpassed all expectations! Just a short walk to the sand makes it easy to pop back and forth all day. The unit was spotless, spacious, and beautifully coastal-themed. The kitchen had everything needed and more for preparing meals, even a Keurig with K-cups. We also enjoyed nearby seafood spots recommended by our hosts. The cozy living area was great for movie nights, the bedrooms had soft linens, and there was an abundance of super soft towels, even beach towels. The deck off the living room with comfy furniture was ideal for reading a book or just enjoying the sunshine.The property includes an awesome outdoor area with hammocks, grills, and a pergola featuring a swing, bar seating, Adirondack chairs, and a fire pit—our nightly hangout with other guests. Strong Wi-Fi and Roku TV allowing our personal login was a bonus.The beach was stunning and peaceful, perfect for swimming, shark tooth hunting, and shell collecting, with gorgeous sunsets to cap each day. Scot and Paula were fantastic hosts - quick to respond and left us a fun welcome gift. We’re already planning our return! Highly recommend this hassle-free beach gem!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane Ann L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family wedding
Everything was just right!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tonya A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Stay and hosts
This property was amazing! Very clean and great location. I loved the outdoor shower so you can clean off from a day at the beach before you go back to your room. Great resaurants close by as well. I can't wait to stay again! Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just like home.
Nice clean unit with just about everything you need. Short walk to the beach. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cyndi B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay!
We very much enjoyed our stay here! The location couldn't be better if you are looking for a quiet stay by the ocean. Just a short walk to the uncrowded, beautiful beach. And you can't beat the sunsets! We are looking forward to our next visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hal L., Tampa

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing location
Englewood is definitely a hidden gem. Great beach town. This placing made the entire stay even better.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing trip!
Great stay from start to finish. I have zero complaints. This was probably the cleanest rental we have ever stayed in. My kids had the best time and the walk to the gulf was super short. We could hear the waves from the balcony. Amenities were awesome! Cant wait to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Therese P., St.louis park

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place and location
We stayed here for a week over spring break. Was wonderful! clean place, comfortable stay, and well stocked with beach items (umbrella, chairs, kids beach toys and boogie boards). Loved how close we were to the beach, just across the street. had very nice little sitting deck, and bbq area too. Would def recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place! The beach is just steps away!
We enjoyed every moment! Very clean! Steph answered any questions we had immediately! We are looking forward to next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Troy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful retreat
We enjoyed our stay. The kitchen is nice and includes everything we needed to prepare and eat meals as a family. Communication with the host was excellent and the virtual key worked very well. The beach is a short walk across the street and very nice. Overall we had a great time there!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

John C., Sarasota, Sarasota

Liked: Cleanliness
Manasota Key
Place was great. Parking somewhat of an issue
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ron G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Dog Friendly, BUT!
This is a dog friendly property - which was completely accurate. However, upon arrival we learned the beach is NOT dog friendly. There is a trail at Stump Pass State Park that allows dogs. It's the only place we found for a substantial walk - although we did see some folks sneak their dog on the beach after dark at the public access about a mile north of the property. As for the bungalow - we enjoyed this unit. Short walk to the beach, surprising quiet at night, well-stocked kitchen, overall comfy space.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing like a starfish on the beach
Host responded promptly. Very clean and laid back atmosphere. Dog friendly areas. Grilled fresh fish. Overall had a great stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawn F., Orlando, Fl United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful condo
Beautiful condo with easy beach access! Will definitely rent there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maddie T., millsboro

Liked: Cleanliness
Peachy beachy Apt.
Clean apt decorated beachy. Great location. Easy walk to beach.Beds and furniture comfy. Host easy to reach if needed. Stephsite helpful. helpful. Could use a few more coffee mugs and nonstick pots.
Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heidi F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean and comfortable
The apartment was very nice. Clean comfortable and right across the street from the beach. The only problem we had was finding our access to the beach. Every thing said private property. Once we realized we just had to go through the man gate, on the restricted gate..it was very easy to reach the beach. The private beach was so nice, not overly crowded. Perfect for spot for a sunset. We would definitely rent this property again. Quick communication from the owners.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome little stay
Good apartment for a night of sleep
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda D., Oswego

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location
Communication was excellent from the start. Owners put alot of thought into details and making our month stay enjoyable in every way. Unit is well stocked. Stephanie and Linda were so pleasant and helpful and keep the units very clean and orderly. Walking across the street to the private beach was so convenient. I highly recommend Starfish Stays. I had trouble using August Locks and it probably was my cell, however Paula and Scot quickly gave me an alternative. Very nice people and excellent stay. Thanks
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donna B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach party
Owner was great, very helpful. We wanted a chilled out area and close to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

jodi e.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent location
Excellent location. Private Beach right across the road and it wasn’t too busy. Free shuttle service around the island. Highly recommend the sandbar tiki bar and grille. Owners are really nice and excellent communication with fast responses. Will visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie F., TAMPA

Liked: Cleanliness
Return guests :)
This is our second time staying at Starfish Stays. The first time we rented a 1 bedroom, but this time we decided to bring some family and friends so they can see how special Manasota key is, and got one of the larger units upstairs. This is such a great place to stay! Comfy, clean, with everything you could need to either cook a meal or venture out with lots of great spots nearby. Lock and Key is great for a sunset dinner, so is Texas BBQ on the main highway (don’t forget the Texas sheet cake!), Coffee and Friends for breakfast was great, Joemaxx coffee on Dearborn street is unreal! (We even bought beans to take home), and of course ice cream at A better scoop is always a winner. Red tide was pretty bad this weekend so we weren’t able to swim, but we had fun hanging out at the house playing games, doing puzzles, and enjoying some togetherness. Usually the beach is GORGEOUS, typically isolated, and dog friendly, so we will have to come back with red tide settles down. We also drove to Punta Gorda on Saturday morning for their awesome outdoor fresh market and some antiquing! Shopping on Dearborn street was also a lot of fun! So even though the beaches were a wash, we still had fun because of the house itself and the location to everything. And our pup LOVED sitting on the porch watching all of the birds and lizards scurrying by. The unit is very dog friendly! Thanks to Paula and Scot for your hospitality, quick communication, and fun surprises at the house! We’ll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ashley C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Weekend Away
This was a great weekend away. When we were there, Englewood was a very sleepy town and perfect for traveling during the pandemic. Publix was nearby and we were able to stay to ourselves for the most part. We live in Tampa area and were looking for a non crowded beach for our daughter’s birthday and this property did not disappoint. We stayed for two nights and loved the walk to the beach and the fact we could bring our four legged pup with us. We discovered she is 100% beach dog and can’t wait to take her again. The outdoor showers were great for helping rinse off all the sand before going back inside. Overall great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

2/10 Terrible

Gabriella E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awful
Sketchy neighborhood did not feel safe. People partying all night , manager not helpful. Not a good place for family.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alison L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great experience
My family of four thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Starfish Stays. The owners have created a comfortable and charming place that is close to a beautiful beach! Highly recommended
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Condo is very nice and updated. All amenities were very clean. Owner very prompt with communications. Would recommend and would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021