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On the Key! Walk to private beach access. Starfish 1B. Dog friendly.

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Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels
2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 686 sq m

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Englewood, FL
  • Popular LocationEnglewood Beach5 min walk
  • Popular LocationBlind Pass Beach3 min drive
  • Popular LocationStump Pass Beach State Park6 min drive
  • AirportVenice, FL (VNC-Venice Municipal)23 min drive

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8/10 Good

We chose this rental because it was advertised as being 250 steps to a private beach. The property itself was clean, key...
Lucinda B.
Mar 20, 2024

About this property

Entire place

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

On the Key! Walk to private beach access. Starfish 1B. Dog friendly.

This renovated beach themed 2 bedroom, sleeps 6. Private beach is right across the street. This place has a unique and fresh look and feel. From the artist inspired kitchen to brand new beds, water was our inspiration. The cozy living room has all you need to relax and enjoy the tranquillity of Manasota Key. Watch the 55" flat screen, play some games or use the lightning fast wifi. This unit has all new appliances, mattresses and bedding. This palm tree oasis awaits.

Welcome to Starfish Stays. Our little piece of paradise is located about 250 steps to a pristine private beach on the blue waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Starfish Stays 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 2 minute walk 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. 1B is brand new and was completed January 2020. Everything is new down to the stainless appliances, queen size beds and custom countertop. Starfish 1B boasts a brand new queen bed, two new twin beds in the second 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/

Property manager

Scot Hill

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach towels
  • Beach sun loungers

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Blender
  • Ice maker
  • Paper towels
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Video library
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

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

Suitability/Accessibility

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

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 925 sq ft (86 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in 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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Dogs under 60 pounds accepted. House trained.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Note from host: Parties will be evicted.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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 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

Property is also known as

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Brand New!private Gulf Beach Access. Starfish 1B. Dog Friendly
Brand New!private Beach Access. Starfish 1B. Family Pet Friendly

About the neighborhood

Englewood

Located in Englewood, this apartment is in the city center and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Englewood Beach and Caspersen Beach. Consider Venice Train Depot for a night out or Tails and Scales Charters if you're traveling with kids. Jet skiing, kayaking, and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Lemon Bay - 4 min walk
  • Englewood Beach - 5 min walk
  • Blind Pass Beach - 3 min drive
  • Stump Pass Beach State Park - 6 min drive
  • Caspersen Beach - 27 min drive

Getting around

  • Punta Gorda Airport (PGD) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Flounders Restaurant & Tiki Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Englewood Moose Lodge - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Lock & Key Restaurant & Pub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Hungry Howies Pizza - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is On the Key! Walk to private beach access. Starfish 1B. Dog friendly. pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at On the Key! Walk to private beach access. Starfish 1B. Dog friendly.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at On the Key! Walk to private beach access. Starfish 1B. Dog friendly.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is On the Key! Walk to private beach access. Starfish 1B. Dog friendly. located?

This family-friendly Englewood apartment building is located by the sea, within a 5-minute walk of Lemon Bay and Englewood Beach. Blind Pass Beach and Stump Pass Beach State Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

On the Key! Walk to private beach access. Starfish 1B. Dog friendly. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brandi L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great mini vacation!!!
Property was very clean and welcoming. Lots of extras that we were not expecting (boogy boards, beach chairs, sifters, umbrella). The beach is just a short walk away from the property. Kitchen stocked nicely and beds were super comfortable! Property owner was very responsive when I had questions. Will definitely be staying again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Outstanding!!
Had a blast as usual. We can't wait to return soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Holiday Getaway
The unit was very clean and pictures were accurate. Had some beach supplies which helped chairs etc. only down side was the stairs to the beach I am not sure if a section of the stairs was missing but the bottom few steps were not there making it a 3’ drop into the water. Did not work well for someone who couldn’t jump down or climb up which was our case. We went a short distance to Middle beach which is nice but very crowded for the Memorial Day holiday. We did find an access a little further down one of the other renters told us about and used that on the other day and that worked perfectly. Overall great stay and would recommend just beware of beach situation.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Lucinda B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Where’s the beach?
We chose this rental because it was advertised as being 250 steps to a private beach. The property itself was clean, keyless entry was awesome and it was well equipped. There was only one problem. We weren’t able to find the beach access. We contacted the owner, they told us we needed to walk down the road until we came to a blue building on the right and a stockade fence on the left. We should follow the fence down to the beach. This walk was approximately 1/2 mile. No 250 steps! We then learned that there was an access code to get to the beach right across the street. This was never disclosed to us when we rented. Upon request, the owner gave us the code and said that it shouldn’t be too bad during low tide. We went to check our access only to discover there was caution tape across the top of the steps going down and no beach. Needless to say, we tried to make the most of the situation and walked our 1/2 mile to the beach. On one of our last days as we were walking home from the beach a woman approached us in her vehicle and accused us of trespassing on private property. I tried to explain that we were renters and this is where we were told to go to gain access to the beach. This made for a very uncomfortable situation. I did mention to the owner that we were disappointed but there was no mention of any type of compensation. I did notice that the property is now advertised as having a 5 minute walk to the beach. It’s helpful to others but it’s too late for us.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristi B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great olace
This was a great place to stay for our first trip to Manasota Key. The location was far from restaurants or activities so we drove to everything (we just didn’t know the area). The beach is a short walk across the street but the beach is small and tide stayed high. The condo was very clean, no complaints there at all. I will say the listing says it’s recently renovated but in 2020, so the wear is starting to show again. Either way, we recommend this place for a couple or small family. The owners were responsive up front and we needed nothing during our visit. Manasota Key is a great place to visit and I am hopeful we will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roxann H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Starfish Stays
The gulf is literally a 5 min walk away, unit very clean, new and a perfect size for my husband and I!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend Visit
Great Location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exactly as described. Great location.
The rental was super clean. It was exactly as described. We got a little confused finding the beach entrance, but once we did it was only a few minute walk to the water. Great location! Easy check in. Will stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stanley

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We loved area and the beach the unit was fantastic and the service from the host. We will return.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

martha u.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family reunion
Really great! Super flexible host! I especially like the outside shower option
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022