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WALK TO BEACH ACCESS! DOG FRIENDLY PROPERTY! provides amenities like a firepit and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 691 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

WALK TO BEACH ACCESS! DOG FRIENDLY PROPERTY!

  • Coastal 2BR Retreat | Sleeps 6 | Starfish Stays 1A

    Welcome to Starfish Stays 1A, a newly renovated beach-inspired 2-bedroom getaway on Manasota Key, where the tranquil Gulf waters are just a distance away by shuttle or short ride. This bright, coastal retreat comfortably sleeps up to 6 guests and offers the perfect balance of comfort, creativity, and convenience.

    Designed with Water in Mind
    This thoughtfully designed unit draws inspiration from the sea, featuring:

    Two private bedrooms with brand-new queen beds

    A sofa bed with an upgraded memory foam mattress

    A custom, artist-inspired kitchen with stainless steel appliances

    A cozy living room with a 55" Smart TV, board games, and lightning-fast Wi-Fi

    All-new bedding, mattresses, and furnishings to ensure a fresh, restful stay

    Beach Days Made Easy
    The beach is just minutes away, where you can enjoy peaceful morning walks, collect seashells and shark teeth, or take in breathtaking sunsets.
    We provide complimentary beach chairs, umbrellas, and towels. Two custom outdoor showers help rinse off the salt and sand before heading back inside.

    Outdoor Oasis at Starfish Stays
    Onsite amenities include:

    A stylish pergola with seating for 8

    A gas fire pit, BBQ grill, cornhole games and hammocks!

    Lush landscaping with a laid-back, tropical vibe

    Location Highlights

    Stump Pass State Park (3 miles south) – hike, fish, kayak, or relax on a secluded beach

    Blind Pass Beach Park (1 mile north) – nature trails, picnic areas, kayak launches, and more

    Convenient access to local restaurants, live music, shops, and scenic spots on the Key

    About Starfish Stays
    Unit 1A is one of eight units at Starfish Stays, including studios, 1-bedrooms, and 2-bedroom options. Planning a group trip? We can accommodate larger families or friend groups with multiple rentals on the same property.

    Why You’ll Love It Here
    Skip the crowds and discover the laid-back luxury of Manasota Key. Whether you're lounging on the beach, grilling with family under the stars, or soaking up the cozy coastal design indoors—Starfish Stays 1A offers the perfect home base for your Florida getaway.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Private beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Picnic area

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: No smoking or vaping on the property.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming 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: 975 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 24

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Parking is limited. One spot per unit. Additional parking maybe available upon request.
We strictly adhere to our cancelation policy. Changes to the policy will not be available. We do not have any weather or environmental guarantees.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Note from host: Dogs under 70 pounds are accepted.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking or vaping on the property.

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

About the neighborhood

Located in Englewood, this apartment is in the city center and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Manasota Beach and Venice Beach. Ready for a night out? Consider British Open Pub and Venice Community Center. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking, and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling. Visit our Englewood travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A beach with a lifeguard tower, a parked car, and people relaxing under umbrellas.
    Manasota Beach
    1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A beach with tall grasses and a colorful umbrella.
    Englewood Beach
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • A sandy beach with people, a volleyball net, and tall buildings in the background.
    Venice Beach
    10 min drive - 12.0 km
  • A beach with a red umbrella, rocky shoreline, and palm trees.
    Caspersen Beach
    32 min drive - 29.8 km
  • Lemon Bay
    5 min walk - 0.4 km

Getting around

  • Punta Gorda Airport (PGD)
    49 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    6 min drive
  • APlus at Sunoco
    7 min drive
  • Sand Bar
    3 min drive
  • Lock 'N Key Restaurant
    3 min drive
  • Taco Bell
    7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is WALK TO BEACH ACCESS! DOG FRIENDLY PROPERTY! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at WALK TO BEACH ACCESS! DOG FRIENDLY PROPERTY!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at WALK TO BEACH ACCESS! DOG FRIENDLY PROPERTY!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is WALK TO BEACH ACCESS! DOG FRIENDLY PROPERTY! located?

With direct access to the beach, this Englewood apartment building is in the city center and within a 5-minute walk of Manasota Beach, Englewood Beach, and Lemon Bay. Blind Pass Beach and Stump Pass Beach State Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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WALK TO BEACH ACCESS! DOG FRIENDLY PROPERTY! Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 50 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 50 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 50 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 50 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 50 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay in this lovely unit. Beach decor and all the amenities of home. Hosts were wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Great stay with a great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Just as described; access to the beach is a short walk away. Restaurants are a mile and a half. We walked to avoid having to find parking.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice beach stay!!

Very nice, comfortable and clean. Great location and access to each. Appreciated the beach chairs and umbrella. Fun place to stay. Maybe next time we’ll stay longer.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Adorable!

This property was perfect. So cute and clean. It was perfect for two of us to crash after spending the day at the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean and friendly

We enjoyed our stay! We loved being near the beach and seeing dolphins on our walk. The hosts were very quick to respond to our questions. The other guests were very friendly and were repeat customers. The island is recovering from hurricane, but this place is in great shape and the beach is beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

we love it

Great location, short walk and good access to the beach and canal, nice and very clean place, very helpful and friendly owner Paula and her helper Tiffany. Not far away from the island's restaurants, gift shops and food stores, Walgreens. Definitely recommend this place.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mrs

Always good
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay! Proximity to the beach and bay was excellent. The place was well stocked with everything we needed, towels, kitchen items, etc.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great hosts ready to answer questions, clean and beautiful property. We loved the keyless entry - made life easier not worrying about keys. Plenty of towels provided and the beds were super comfy. Great experience but do note you do need to get in a car and drive to a beach, it's never more than a few minutes but you can't just go across the street. There are "no trespassing" signs everywhere. That said, it's literally a 3 minute drive to Englewood Beach which is magnificent. All the beaches were. We are very thankful for this experience!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was a great place !
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was a great size for our family. Walking distance to the beach. Clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay! Exactly as described and great communication! We hope to return!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This unit was clean and roomy. Also has just about everything we could need for our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Had a great stay!

We had a wonderful experience!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great and relaxing

Nice apartement, near to the beach, quiet. Had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place. Very well supplied. Short walk to beach was great.

Would do it again.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend getaway

Very nice easy beach access private beach is nice we went to find sharks teeth and found near 100 I would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Adorable vacation spot!

My family absolutely loved our stay here! The place was even cuter than the pictures showed! We had everything we needed and everything was super clean! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and property

Great place to stay where beach is not crowded. Clean and looks just like the pictures. Friendly neighbors too.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place!

My Uncle stayed there because me and my kids flights got cancelled so we didn’t make it But my Uncle said he was very impressed and had a great time and would definitely stay there again and gave it 5 stars!!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Big place, close to beach. Owner was very helpful. Highly recommend it
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Manasota Key

We had a wonderful time; beach and stores were close. Our host helped us enter and was available to answer questions. The apartment was perfect for 3 people and a lovely space to hang out.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Get away

A short trip with my mom and my sister at the last minute, to get away after our dad passed away a few weeks ago. Unit was exactly as pictured, easy to get to, super clean, had everything we needed.We were surprised to see the devastation on the key after the hurricane's last year(don't know why). The beach is not the same and there was not a lot of sand area to setup near us. However, that did not lessen our overall experience. We are grateful to everyone rebuilding and repairing.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location!

Everything was as described! Clean, close to everything, easy to contact the hosts and the arrival gift was a pleasant surprise! If you plan to stay, you will not be disappointed! The beach is right across the street! Restaurants all within walking distance or short drive. My only suggestion to the hosts would be to number the units with the building number too. We had unit 1A, I went to the wrong Unit A at first and didn't realize it until another couple staying told us the other building was 1. Not a huge deal, just a thought 😎
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023