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WALK/BIKE TO BEACH! Best location close to Manasota Beach-private road/quiet!

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Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
Miscellaneous

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4127 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

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

WALK/BIKE TO BEACH! Best location close to Manasota Beach-private road/quiet!


MARCH IS AVAILABLE!!!!!

Manasota Beach awaits you! Drive down picturesque Manasota Beach Rd. and turn onto a private, dead end road with a Sarasota county walking path at the end. LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION. This manasota beach neighborhood has long been hailed the best in the area-for its proximity to manasota beach (0.9 miles/5 min bike/2 min drive) secluded properties and the many wildlife preserves-from the Florida scrub jay to the gopher tortoise. Don't get stuck in a "south venice" or a location south of Manasota Beach road-this is where it's at!

Our VRBO boasts true hospitality with no detail left untouched. From plush spa rolled-towels to local coffee and FIJI water! If you’re looking for a thoughtful, boutique-like home, that is entirely cared for by its owners-read on…

Home sits on a private, dead end road with a walking trail at end! Few neighbors, backyard entirely fenced, ultra private and peaceful. You will be amazed at the level of privacy this home offers. Enjoy the sun, grill, relaxation and sounds of birds and wildlife from a lounge chair on our deck! We've created spaces and nooks that offer R&R at its finest.

FLOOR-PLAN is the perfect "split" layout: 2 bedrooms and 2 full baths on opposite sides of the home making it ideal for one couple, two, or a couple with children. Offers the ultimate privacy!

MAIN ENTRANCE/FRONT PATIO is a lovely paver patio with chairs to enjoy that morning coffee. Behind the front door is a sunny, very fun space that emphasizes vacation fun! Decorated in a cool, updated bohemian-beach style, you will feel right at home. Our home is the eptiome of comfort!

LIVING ROOM offers a giant TV equipped w/YOUTUBE TV and plenty of options. Relax after a fun day at the beach or exploring the area, very comfortable! A smart TV offers complimentary youtube TV with ability to sign into your Netflix, Hulu or other accounts. Fiber optic internet service allows FAST streaming, browsing for all your devices.

KITCHEN is open to living room and sunroom, with seating at the KITCHEN BAR. Full size fridge, stove/oven, and stocked with everything imaginable...even pantry staples.

GAME CENTER cabinet is stocked with: books, puzzles, games, chess, cards/chips and so much more!

The BACKYARD DECK is brand new and has many seating options, covered by the giant oak tree-providing partial shade in the sunny Florida weather. If you're like any of our guests, you will spend a great amount of time on our backyard deck. Our little backyard oasis is a charming nook of comfort: high top table, lounge chairs, high end grill, chiminea for any chilly nights. If you love listening/watching wildlife, this is the home for you! The birds are always chirping (we provide extra bird seed!) Cook on the high-end GRILL w/rotisserie option and unlimited propane or light the CHIMINEA for a cozy ambiance. Settle in to the comfortable seating area covered by overhead string lights! The serene, beachy ambiance the deck offers is just what you need.

BEDROOMS: "SPLIT" plan so on opposite sides of the home-offers exceptional privacy from another couple or your kids! MAIN BEDROOM has ensuite full bath and feels like a serene suite. GUEST BEDROOM is on opposite side of home with pocket door that secludes it and it's bathroom. Towels, linens are of highest quality, we even include tropical shampoo, soaps and more.

WASHER AND DRYER are right inside the garage as well as complimentary laundry soap.

The WALL OF BEACH FUN awaits you. From beautiful beach towels to NEW BEACH CRUSIERS, flippers, frisbee, paddle ball, rafts and shell/sharks tooth hunting rakes, beach tents, coolers, and several options to haul it all in wagons! We've got you covered. We've even included sunblock and bug spray! Many options for beach chairs, umbrella and even a beach wagon buggy to pile it all in. After you return from the beach, head to the OUTDOOR SHOWER right outside shower and rinse off.

Beach is 2 MINUTE DRIVE, 5 MINUTE BIKE, 15 MINUTE WALK. During "season" Jan-March the main Manasota Beach Road is busy, we recommend our side street shortcut, we've provided an easy map.

Experience the Englewood-Venice-Sarasota area like never before. Manasota beach facilities have been recently beautifully remodeled with plentiful pavilions and picnic areas with grills. Plenty of options for fishing-from calm intercoastal waters to the gulf-ask us about fishing and we'll "hook" you up! Gulf waters tend to be calm and tranquil, perfect for swimming, wading or snorkeling or paddleboarding. We have created a mini "chamber of commerce" with lots of brochures, menus and information about our beautiful Sarasota county area. So many things to do, you will readily take advantage of our many recommendations for the area-from the best places to fish to kayaking, manatee & dolphin watching, finding sharks teeth, restaurants and so much more. We are always a text away for recommendations! Short drive to great area restaurants, let us share our area expertise and suggest. Find our welcome book on arrival with tips, hints and great info for an unforgettable vacation. We love hospitality, and all the little details that compliment a wonderful stay.

*We are always making improvements/updates after every guest, check back for photo updates as they happen.*

THINGS TO DO:
(For a complete guide, please refer to our "welcome binder" of area tips, tricks and tons of info upon arrival.) We have included every possible flyer, map and area information we could from 2 different local Chamber of Commerces. No need to google, we've got you covered!

-Historic Dearborn Street (Englewood's Main Street) for cute restaurants and shops
-Historic Venice Mainstreet for a day full of shopping unique boutiques by the beach and great eats!
-The Venice Theatre (15 minutes)
-Fishing-pole/lure/rig setup upon request or reserve a charter boat locally.
Inshore: flounder, snook, redfish, jacks, snapper, catfish, black drum, sheepshead, sharks, tarpon. Offshore: tarpon, mackerel, grouper, amber jack, red snapper, baracuta, goliath grouper, red/black grouper, kingfish and many more.
-Local Golf Cart Business will drop off/pickup if you would like to rent one!
-Biking
-Golfing (great short course and driving range in Venice) as well as multiple area public courses
-Drum Circles at the beach
-Farmers Markets: Thursday is Englewood, Saturday is Venice and they are popular!
-Boca Grande-the "Tarpon Capital of the world" spend a day biking , eating and shopping or fishing
-Spring Training (Atlanta Braves are right down the road)
-Publix (our higher end grocery store: 4 miles down the street) Target, Walmart in nearby Venice (4-5 miles)
-Tampa Bay Bucs, The Lighting and The Rays Sporting Events
-Boat, Paddle Board Rentals, even parasailing 5 miles away
-Venice South Jetty: fishing, relaxing or eating at Sharky's or Fins
-Mote Marine (40 minutes)
-Selby Gardens (40 minutes)
-St. Armands Circle (stroll amazing shops & restaurants) beaches too-Lido is very popular
-Siesta Key Beach (you have to experience just one day here-it's quite famous.) Then stroll the adorable little shopping and eating district
-Segway Tours downtown Sarasota
-Disney World, Water Parks (Orlando-3 hours)

Property manager

Alan and Kim

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 1,370 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 30

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Home is not child proofed.

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

About the neighborhood

Map
Englewood, FL

What's nearby

  • Sarasota National Golf Course - 10 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Venice Fishing Pier - 13 min drive - 13.1 km
  • Venice Beach - 14 min drive - 13.2 km
  • CoolToday Park - 14 min drive - 15.2 km
  • Caspersen Beach - 15 min drive - 14.3 km

Getting around

  • Punta Gorda Airport (PGD) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Outback Steakhouse - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Metro Diner - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is WALK/BIKE TO BEACH! Best location close to Manasota Beach-private road/quiet! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at WALK/BIKE TO BEACH! Best location close to Manasota Beach-private road/quiet!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at WALK/BIKE TO BEACH! Best location close to Manasota Beach-private road/quiet!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is WALK/BIKE TO BEACH! Best location close to Manasota Beach-private road/quiet! located?

Situated near the beach, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Lemon Bay and Manasota Beach. Elite Health Venice and Venice Area Audubon Society are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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WALK/BIKE TO BEACH! Best location close to Manasota Beach-private road/quiet! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 69 out of 70 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 70 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 70 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 70 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 70 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mandy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful vacation!
Such a beautiful home- everything was perfect! Comfortable beds, plenty of towels, and so many beach items provided. Close to a beautiful beach. Owners went above and beyond to make sure our stay was comfortable. One of the nicest VRBO listings we’ve stayed at. An all around great experience. Will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place with lots of amenities and great location!
Excellent location and property. Minutes from the beach with public parking. House is very clean and full of amenities. Would stay again for sure!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenni F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beachy getaway
Such a cute place! Super clean and comfortable. The location is so great, close to the beach. The hosts are so sweet and personalize your stay! The house is stocked with everything you need and lots of extra toys. We would definitely recommend and hope to stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lalis W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beaches
We had a great stay at the Shell house the house had everything we needed! The host were super responsive and left sweet little treats for us when we arrived!!! The location is close to several beautiful beaches and restaurants!!! Our favorite beach was Stump Pass, but they were all beautiful with tons of shells to collect. I would definitely stay at the Shell house again, highly recommended this house!!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super Shell 🐚 House
Clean and supplied with everything you need for a great vacation getaway
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greene, C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacation
We had a wonderful time at the Shell house. It’s centrally located to a lot of beaches that are all beautiful. The house very clean and has all the amenities that you need. Every time I was needing something I would look around and there it was. I would definitely recommend the Shell House.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

cathryn A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful time, very relaxing!
Owners very helpful and go out of their way to make you feel welcome. Very quiet location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill C., Floyd’s Knobs, IN

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House as described! Great location to Manasota Beach
Lovely, Quiet location for my husband to recover from open heart surgery!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bob K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Shell House
Nice house well laid out, great features, well equpped for aĺl your FL fun, and the host were fantastic, thoughtful, responsive and generally wonderful.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eli Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing vacation
We had such a great time here. The house is very clean and cozy. Alan and Kim are super-hosts, so attentive and welcoming, they responded to our inquiries immediately and helped. The location is great, very private and quiet , a short drive to the beach and there’s always plenty of parking available. We will be back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy J., Asheville, NC

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Shell House is Awesome!
I can't say enough about our experience at The Shell House. Kim was easy to communicate with and responded quickly. The house has everything you need..and more. We loved the location and ambience. We look forward to staying here next year.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rita H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for Beach Lovers
Hosts were responsive, helpful, and available. Property as described and shown in photos. Very clean, cosy, well stocked home. Comfortable seating and beds, lots of linens, great variety of beach equipment, and delightful welcoming surprises.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Return visit to at the Shell House!
We had another wonderful 2 weeks at the Shell House! Everything so convenient, comfortable, and clean. Kim and Alan provide everything you need (tons of soft white towels, 2 sets of bed linens, many waters and seltzers and many sweet surprises), we could settle in so quickly. The location is fantastic, close to beaches, Pickleball, stores, etc. We recommend this home highly!
Stayed 15 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

William s., Clifton Park, New York, United States

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Holiday stay
The home has a very welcoming feel to it, and the owner does a lot to make you feel welcome. The place is clean and very functional. Good location in terms of distance to beach and proximity to shopping. I would return for sure.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Shark Tooth hunting trip!
We had a Great time in the Venice/ Englewood area even with tropical storm Debbie! The house was everything we could of asked for! Had everything we needed in the kitchen and all parts of the house. All thing things you need for the beach! Almost like being at home. The hosts couldn't have been any better! During the storm messaging us to make sure everything is ok and giving me some pointers on fishing! Supper friendly! We had a great time and would definitely recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The amazing Shell House
We loved our stay at the Shell House. It is lovely inside and out and very close to the beach. It has everything you need for a memorable and comfortable stay. The deck is perfect for early am coffee and the living room is perfect for an evening movie. Debbie and George.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful
The house itself was beautiful and more spacious than i had originally thought it would be. It was so nice and quiet, close to manasota beach and near lots of restaurants. We had a great time
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Shell House
This delightful cottage with tons of charm was a comfortable home for our 2 week vacation. Location is quiet and close to the beach and the house is well stocked with beach supplies, bicycles, and a wonderful grill. It was great!
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B., Illinois

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
We absolutely loved our stay. The house was perfect. The hosts were wonderful. All the special little personal touches at the house made the whole vacation better. We will be back for sure!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jordan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing, all the amenities and close to the beach!
If you’re questioning to book or not, just do it!! This house was the best! They have everything you’d ever need for a beach trip and more. From beach towels, to sifters, to seasonings and ziplock bags.. if you forget something im sure they’ll have it! It’s so cute and perfect for a vacation. Close to the beach, adorable outdoor patio and plenty of room. The owners are absolutely wonderful and so so easy to communicate with. We texted to ask for extra propane and they had it out within minutes. We are so thankful we chose the shell house and will 100% be back for a future stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location
Kim & Alan are amazing hosts, the house was clean and cozy. They have thought of everything, the house is stocked with everything you need and more! We loved going shark tooth hunting at Manasota Key beach. We were short driving distance to all the stores, great location to visit Venice and Sarasota without being at the overly crowded touristy places. We loved the casual low key vibe in this area. We spent many nights on the back deck. We most definitely will be back to stay in your beautiful home, thank you for making our visit so special for our boys and for my special surprises for my birthday :) you truly are wonderful people!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful peaceful home
Everything about our week stay was peaceful! The locations is wonderful!! It was so nice being minutes from the beach and Walmart for groceries!! We loved using the grill and eating on the deck in back and patio out front. Alan and Kim has the home nicely stocked with essentials plus some! I would absolutely recommend this home for a peaceful vacation/retreat.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gee C., West Chester OH

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed the stay.
Places is very clean. Nice all beach needs are there to use. Nice grill as well. Only thing would have liked. Extra TV in master and a alarm clock.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place to stay
Our stay at The Shell House was wonderful! The hosts went above and beyond to make our stay perfect. Certainly appreciated all the snacks. The whole house has a comfortable vibe. Perfect for two couples as there is plenty of room to have your own privacy. Back patio is fabulous!! Enjoyed grilling a few times also. The house was spotless and we really appreciated that. Do yourself a favor and drive the extra few miles to Blind Pass beach. Soooo much better than Manasota! Also enjoyed Casperson beach. All in all, a perfect vacation!!
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

William G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Do not hesitate!!!
This was our first time booking any type of vacation rental, of course other than hotels. We weren't sure what to expect. From the ease of accessing the property to the fluffy towels everything was perfect. Everything you could need was right in place and much more. The owners were right there just a text away and responded super quickly. If you are all about beautiful beaches, this will check all of the boxes. Literally minutes from the beach. The property is beautiful with whimsy decor that is just adorable. The home is comfy, warm and welcoming. We had an awesome first time VRBO rental and we will surely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024