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Englewood, a hidden gem with fewer crowds and more fun. This 2-bed/1-bath retreat offers an amazing water view, spacious kitchen with granite counters, and enclosed porch perfect for watching dolphins and manatees play. Enjoy relaxing in the hot tub or exploring nearby Englewood Beach.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4132 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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About this property

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

Steps to Water! Dock, Sunsets, and Hot Tub! Englewood, Fl. The Best Kept Secret!


Listing Description:

Welcome to 20 Steps to Water! Dock, Sunsets, and Hot tub!

• Newly built dock – your gateway to the water!

• Gorgeous Sunsets: Enjoy stunning dock views

• Spacious & Updated: Modern, comfortable stay

• Relaxing Atmosphere: Your worries melt away

• Wildlife: Watch dolphins & manatees play

• Main Level Living: No steps, easy access

• Private Entry: Lower duplex unit (others live upstairs)

• Gourmet Kitchen: Granite counters

• Outdoor Fun: Hot tub, enclosed porch, dock

• Water Activities: 2 kayaks, 2 paddleboards

• Beach: 2 miles away


The Space:

• Beautiful Location: Englewood—Less crowded, more fun!

• Scenic Views: Amazing water views and gorgeous sunsets

• Wildlife: Watch dolphins, manatees, and visits from Edgar the Egret or Archie the Osprey

• Spacious & Updated: Completely turnkey 2 bed/1 bath, just bring your flip flops and bathing suit

• Main Level Living: No steps, lower part of an up/down duplex with separate entrances and ventilation

• Private & Separate: Upstairs tenant; separate entrances

• Work & Play: High-speed internet and 2 workstations

• Gourmet Kitchen: Granite counters with a view while cooking

• Relaxation: Enclosed porch/lanai and hot tub for sunset views

•Water Activities: Kayaks provided, easy to launch from the shore

• Outdoor Shower: Perfect after the hot tub or water activities

• Beach Essentials - Beach chairs , Umbrella, and Beach towels

• Proximity: 2 miles to Englewood Beach, 1 mile to Dearborn St

• Fishing: Great fishing from the dock or bank

• Boat Friendly: Bring your boat!

• Comfortable Sleeping: Sleep Number king bed in the water-view bedroom, comfy queen bed in the second bedroom and Queen-size pull-out couch located in the living room.

• Convenience: Grab bars in the bathroom for stability, washer and dryer

• Entertainment & Work: 65" Smart TV, high-speed internet, and 2 workstations

• Exclusive Amenities: Hot tub, dock, and backyard for rental guests

• Shared Laundry: Laundry area shared with upstairs tenant


Guest Access

• Private Living Space: Your own comfortable area

• Convenient Entry: Access to garage from entryway

• Garage Amenities: Washer, dryer, kayaks, paddleboard gear, and beach chairs available

• Water Equipment: 2 kayaks and 2 paddleboards located on the right side of the home

• Cleaning Request: Please hose down equipment after use

• Exclusive Access: Hot tub, dock, and backyard reserved for short-term rental guests

• Shared Laundry: Washer and dryer shared with upstairs tenant


Other details to note

• Self Check-In: Easy and hassle-free arrival

• Host Support: Available via phone, text, or Vrbo when needed

• EV Friendly: Level 1 outlet available (adapter required)

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Garden
  • Lanai
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Smoke in the front of the home past parking area.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,425 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 10:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

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

There is no smoking, marijuana or vaping inside, in the hot tub, on the dock, lanai, or within 25 ft of the building. Smoking is only past the parking

Smoking, Marijuana, and other odor violations. Guest pays base rate of next day, extra cleaning, and $150 for the ozone machine to remove odors.

Guest must inform host of discrepancies to be fixed within 3 hours of arrival. Late check out-if guest is over 2 hours they pay next day's base rate.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Note from host: No crib or high chair. Water/dock can be dangerous

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoke in the front of the home past parking area.

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
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Located on the waterfront, this vacation home is in Olde Englewood Village, a neighborhood in Englewood. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Englewood Beach and Venice Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at CoolToday Park, or consider a night out at Venice Train Depot. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby. Visit our Englewood travel guide
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Englewood, FL

What's nearby

  • Lemon Bay
    11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Lemon Bay Playhouse
    17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Englewood Village Park
    20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Indian Mound Park
    20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Englewood Recreation Center
    2 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Punta Gorda Airport (PGD)
    46 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    2 min drive
  • APlus at Sunoco
    3 min drive
  • The Original Word of Mouth - Englewood
    17 min walk
  • Dunkin'
    16 min walk
  • Obee's Soup-Salad-Subs
    11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Steps to Water! Dock, Sunsets, and Hot Tub! Englewood, Fl. The Best Kept Secret! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Steps to Water! Dock, Sunsets, and Hot Tub! Englewood, Fl. The Best Kept Secret!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Steps to Water! Dock, Sunsets, and Hot Tub! Englewood, Fl. The Best Kept Secret!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Steps to Water! Dock, Sunsets, and Hot Tub! Englewood, Fl. The Best Kept Secret! located?

Located in Olde Englewood Village, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Lemon Bay, Lemon Bay Playhouse, and Englewood Village Park. Indian Mound Park and Englewood Recreation Center are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Steps to Water! Dock, Sunsets, and Hot Tub! Englewood, Fl. The Best Kept Secret! 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. 57 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 61 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 61 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 61 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 61 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mindy L.

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

Great place on the bay

We enjoyed our stay here. The property was clean and had plenty of amenities. Would stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

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

Friends getaway

The rental was very clean and decorated nicely. Beautiful views, secure, and the shops and restaurants downtown were wonderful!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dustin H.

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

Awesome short vacation

Awesome property. House was amazing and if you’re bringing the boat plenty of trailer and vehicle parking. Boat ramp very close by. Awesome boating stay for sure
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin B.

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

Great getaway

Everything was awesome , host was great , very relaxing , updated and clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann Marie K.

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

Beautiful flat and great view!

We enjoyed the stay - Englewood is low key location, yet a short trip to Venice, Siesta Key, Boca Grande and local beaches. Sadly the dock was not available due to Milton last year but local captain took us out on the Gulf and we caught a great dinner. Anna was super responsive to any questions I had. We look forward to a future visit.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chad A.

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

Peaceful

This was a great place. Very comfortable and quiet. If you're looking to unplug and relax this is the spot.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe o.

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

Wonderful Property and Location

The property was as advertised. Great location on Lemon Bay with a view of brilliant sunsets with access to kayaks and bikes. The house was fully stocked and the property manager was easy to contact. Will definitely be returning.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa D.

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

Melissa NH

This place was amazing, just like the photos, even better!! Ann was quite wonderful in making sure we had all that was needed, in that we did and then some! Fantastic sunsets every night, close to beaches, the Farmers Market on Thursdays is a must. A fabulous memorable stay . Was here for my sister’s wedding, if in the area again would definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Doug P.

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

Birthday getaway

The overall house was super clean as shown. Disappointed when arriving and seeing the dock was no longer there which picture show it. Neighborhood still looks pretty rough from the hurricane. Quick drive to downtown Venice and other locations which was convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Rick D.

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

Small fishing trip

Property was in pretty good shape. Only thing I would add with some TVs in the bedrooms. It was just me and my grandson and he brought his PlayStation. He was only able to hook it up in the living room.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth D.

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

Amazing sunsets!

We had a wonderful time at 20 Steps to the Water! We enjoyed the beachy vibe and layout of this 2 bedroom property but our favorite place was the chairs overlooking the bay and the beautiful sunsets at night. The property was well appointed - it had everything that we needed. We also loved the screened lanai in the evening.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bruce F.

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

20 step to water

Very Very enjoyable. Nice, clean and open unit with beautiful view of Lemon Bay close to beaches restaurants and shopping. Would recommend it to anyone
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris R.

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

Water view!!!

This a perfect house for relaxing and watching the beautiful sunsets. The kitchen is large and I love how the cabinets were labelled. So much easier to find things that way. The hosts quickly responded to any questions. We are hoping to come stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jens T.

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

Fantastic views - meet the manatees on your own landing stage :)

We were staying 5 days in Englewood and enjoyed the apartment. It was fully equipped, very comfortable bed, a great whirl pool (which we used in the evening, when it gets a little colder), new Tony Bahama chairs for the beach. The real luxury of this apartment is the view to the sea, just sit in your chair at the landing stage, enjoy the views. We had the great luck to see dolphins and that one manatee were in front of us (just 1 meter away). Very good communication with the landlord - we fully recommend that location - enjoy it!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sam & Karla J.

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

Anna’s place was perfect!

What a wonderful stay we had at Anna’s place! She was polite and extremely quick to respond to any questions. The place was very well supplied. We didn’t use the hot tub or other water toys, but enjoyed using the bikes! The cleanliness and orderliness of the place was amazing! My wife used to clean for a living and we’ve found many places weren’t up to our standards, but this place was spotless! It wasn’t dirty or have any funky smells, so when we arrived we felt completely comfortable were able to immediately relax. We can’t wait to return next time we’re visiting the west coast of Florida! Thank you so much, Anna!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mrs. M.

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

Excellent!!! A+++++

The property is as described. Super clean, ice cold AC, very spacious, comfortable bed (we only used one room), fully stocked, and nicely organized with labels to help easily find things. Everything was great, but what took it over the top for us, was Anna! She was absolutely great! We chose this property primarily for the dock. We love to fish, don't have a boat, so we were looking forwarding to having a private dock to fish off of the four days we were there. 2 days before our arrival, the dock was damaged due to Hurricane Idalia. We were a little bumbed, but Anna kept us informed the whole time. Before and after the storm and she was able to have the dock repaired ASAP! She's definitely a doer. She makes things happen! We were able to enjoy the dock as planned 3 out of the 4 days we were there. Anna even offered us some alternative fishing spots for the one day the dock was being repaired, so we still enjoyed fishing that 1 day too. Anna is professional, excellent at communicating, and really cares about her guests and wants them to enjoy the property to its fullest. We highly recommend this property. You won't be sorry!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jim p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I have stayed in many homes in Englewood over the last 35 years. This home is by far the best that we have ever stayed at. Easy check in an check out. Everything was top notch; all you need to bring is your bathing suit and fishing rod. Most beautiful sunsets ever.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

tom k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As advertised…. Host was great
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MARTIN K.

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

Very comfortable and clean accommodations

My sister and I stayed for 5 nights and we are already booking for next year.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

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

nice place to stay

relaxing stay on the bay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marcia R.

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

Beautiful Property

We had a wonderful time staying at this property. We brought our boat and loved being able to dock our boat right at the property and store our trailer on site. Would love to stay again when in town!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dallas T.

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

Scenic and relaxing

Nice property with stunning view is bay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie b.

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

Perfect place and area

My family enjoyed our time here. It was so cute and the area is perfect for those with a boat. The owners are very accommodating and truly want you to have the best vacation. Definitely recommend and we will book again
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan F.

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

We spontaneously booked it and loved every minute of it!

We enjoyed the Home very much it had everything you could possibly need. We should’ve stayed longer next time we will!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris W.

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

Everything you need

Clean comfortable and has everything you need for your vacation in Englewood. We loved walking out on the dock each day to enjoy nature. Great location close to beaches.
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2023