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Island Life! King Bed Studio-Steps to beach

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Beach nearby
Marina
Marina
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bathroomSleeps 438.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill

About this property

Entire place

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

Island Life! King Bed Studio-Steps to beach

Great news! We've reopened after Milton! 3 Restaurants, stores, our beach access & Stumpy's Free Ride now open! Prime Manasota Key beach location, our talented interior designer created a super cute beach studio with king bed, recently updated kitchenette, bistro dining set. Walk only 1 minute until your toes are in Gulf of Mexico at delightfully uncrowded beach! 5 walk to Stump Pass. Spa with waterfall & massage therapy jets in common area. Spot dolphins with free Kayaks. Peaceful quiet

Our fantastic housekeeper & reliable maintenance team live close by if an important issue comes up. We have a very thorough Guest Guide Binder in family room plus a cool digital guest guide (link emailed to you in advance so you can start planning your trip right away) with lots of very helpful tips.

Please be sure to review Guest Guide at arrival with your entire group to get the most out of your vacation, to review safety info/house rules & to answer most common questions. The new digital guest guide has a very cool free "AI Trip Planner" feature that we just tried out and we think you will LOVE IT! Happy vacay planning:)

Location, location, location! We offer the perfect Manasota Key location on a quiet cute island street. Low-key respectful guests only as this is a nice quiet beach community so you can sleep well. Walk in 4 different directions to stunning beach, picturesque Lemon Bay, nature wonderland of Stump Pass Park & fun island restaurants often with live music!

Bay Breeze Bungalow is part of the charming Blue Starfish Cottages with access to all amenities provided in common areas of Blue Starfish Cottages - yet is enjoys it's own separate, private interior space. (similar to a nice condo beach community)

* WELCOME! Guests have access to entire Bay Breeze Bungalow studio & all of Blue Starfish Cottages' on-site common-area amenities!

*YOUR DOOR CODE: Your front door code which works on your dates is included in your welcome info emailed to you prior to your stay. After you make reservations, be on lookout for emails coming from "Beach Bound Escapes" - with arrival details including door code. Please check your email spam file for emails coming from "Beach Bound Escapes" if you still aren't seeing it.

* PARKING: Important- Only 1 car parking per place -no exceptions. (neighborhood firm rule). Sorry no boats or oversized vehicles & No visitor parking - please plan to meet up with friends/relatives at area restaurants or at the public beaches which have parking lots & changing areas.

* YOUR PARKING SPOT: Bay Breeze parking spot to left of Casa Sangria located at 117 Friendship Lane. Park very carefully in left river rock parking spot right in front of the tall white fence with "Bay Breeze Parking" sign. - Then walk past ping-pong area and take a quick right onto our paver courtyard area. You will see "Bay Breeze Bungalow" entrance on your right. It is right before short white aluminum swim spa gate. Enjoy!

* NOTE: TVs typically "on" at arrival. We have friendly reminder signs up throughout the property to ensure property rule compliance & to promote a peaceful safe relaxing environment for our nice community.

** REVIEW OUR SUPER HELPFUL GUEST GUIDE TO SUPER CHARGE YOUR VACAY: Please review guest guide binder & new online GUEST GUIDE offered prior to trip - with very cool "AI Trip Planner" free feature! It's like having your own concierge! Please review Guest Guides with your group at onset of your stay as it will answer most questions & give you the best vacay experience:)

** Bringing your own car or renting a car is the most common way to get to and from Manasota Key. A free, easy bridge gets you quickly on and off beautiful Manasota Key. The south end bridge is the closest to us.

** If you prefer to not drive, you can use Uber/Lyft or Hosts can recommend a reliable airport pick up car service that our family uses. We have bike rental option in Guest Guide binder in family room.

** Stumpy's Free ride is a very popular, easy to use tip-based shuttle service to restaurants & around Manasota Key.

** Once you arrive, our nice spacious neighborhood beach is just a 2-minute quick walk! Lemon Bay only a 1-minute quick walk! Stump Pass State Beach Park is the #1 ranked local attraction & we are so lucky to be only a 5-minute walk to Stump Pass. A longer 8-minute walk to Englewood Public Beach to popular free beach yoga, 5 popular Key restaurants with live tropical music, big beach playground, reasonably priced water sports rentals - parasailing, sunset cruises etc.e

We are professional hosts with nearly two decades of caring hospitality experience and numerous happy repeat guests with glowing reviews.

FREE AMENITIES GALORE!

Each of our places at Blue Starfish Cottages has a free high-speed WIFI and new Smart TV's. Beach towels, folding beach chairs, Sand toy set & all linens provided. Charcoal grills (guest to provide own charcoal).

Free use of our Laundry Room in between Casa Pina Colada at 115 Friendship Lane & Casa Sangria at 117 Friendship Lane. Free shared use of Swim Spa with waterfall and massage therapy jets in our Tropical Courtyard pool area. Free use of fun self-serve Tiki Bar area. Plenty of comfy outdoor seating, lounge chairs, patio tables with island-vibe thatched Tiki umbrellas, & tropical plants will assure you that you are now officially on Island Time! Cheers!

Free shared use of our 2 kayaks (for age 21 & up) to explore picturesque Lemon Bay. Dolphins often spotted & sometimes manatee and lots of interesting shorebirds.

Coffee lovers we've got you covered with BOTH a Keurig-style coffee maker & a traditional coffee maker plus a tea kettle & blender to whip up your favorite beach bev!

Like hotels - we supply "starter supplies" - toilet paper, folded paper towels, sample size coffee, tea, etc. to get you going -- then there's a Dollar Tree nearby or grocery stores if you want additional supplies.

We have many happy repeat guests we are proud to say. Enjoy!

Property manager

Amy

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Heated pool
  • Shared/communal pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi, with speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Paper towels
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Charcoal grill

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Kayak on site

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 410 sq ft (38.1 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 10:00 AM

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

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

Property is also known as

Bay Breeze Bungalow - Many Happy Repeat Guests! Apartment
5a8c1d70-27d7-4f33-beb1-a124a9729de3
Bay Breeze Bungalow - Many Happy Repeat Guests! Englewood

About the neighborhood

Map
Englewood, FL

What's nearby

  • Englewood Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Lemon Bay - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Stump Pass Beach State Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Blind Pass Beach - 8 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Don Pedro Island Beach - 42 min drive - 17.8 km

Getting around

  • Punta Gorda Airport (PGD) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Flounders Restaurant & Tiki Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Lock & Key Restaurant & Pub - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Lickity Split Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Farlows On The Water - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Island Life! King Bed Studio-Steps to beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Island Life! King Bed Studio-Steps to beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Island Life! King Bed Studio-Steps to beach?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Island Life! King Bed Studio-Steps to beach located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Englewood Beach, Lemon Bay, and Stump Pass Beach State Park. Cedar Point Environmental Park and Englewood South Inlet are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Island Life! King Bed Studio-Steps to beach Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 119 out of 153 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 153 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 153 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 153 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 153 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location of this property is superb. The pictures make it look a little bigger than it is but it is a lovely place to stay. Walkable to a couple great restaurants/bars. Easy 3 minute walk to one of the best beaches in Florida. I have to say, the only criticism I have is the parking spot is a little small. Other wise an amazing 5 star stay. Would go again in a heartbeat
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jimmie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and relaxing
We enjoyed ourselves and relaxed. Very clean and met all our needs
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

James R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Great little efficiency. Has everything you need and more. Great little touches throughout including a very nice welcome basket!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Great location, great price - close to beach and restaurants
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Close to the beach and everything was so clean and quiet. Will he back
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Couple's Get Away
Cute Quaint Clean Great Location Comfy bed Walk to the beach We would stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

April C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint but clean
As expected. Very clean, but a bit of a musty smell. Would be nice if there were longer hours to use common spaces--9 pm seems more reasonable, especially in the winter. Access to the beach and beach gear were great.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location!
The location was fantastic! The beach was a quick, block and a half walk away. Beach chairs, towels, and other items were available. We loved having access to kayaks and paddling in Lemon Bay. The studio was clean and well appointed. Many starter items, a bottle of wine, and other goodies were there to welcome us. Communication was easy with the owners. The only complaint I had was that the “posh” bed was not to our liking. Please keep in mind that this is very subjective. Others may love the bed, we did not.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

albert q.

Liked: Cleanliness
location
The beach is steps away.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

caroll

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable and welcoming. Tray of good quality offerings. All amenities we could need were provided.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome place for a quick little get away
Loved this property. Very well taken care of and great host. Would recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Kassandra C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Affordable, Peaceful & Great Location
My husband and I needed a quick get away, we had stayed in Manasota Key in August and with it only being an hour and a half away from us it's a perfect place to go. Had great communication with the host prior to booking. The low fees are what led me to pick this place. Other listings may have said they were $10 more a night but the fees were outrageous! We loved the convenience of an easy walk to the beach. I will say I don't normally book places like this was but pleasantly surprised with the decor and the mattress was very comfortable. I definitely recommend for couples only or friends renting out multiple units because it is a tight knit of rooms. We enjoyed the peace and quiet of not hearing kids, babies or teens (sounds bad I know but we just lost our 5 month old this year hence the get away) The only thing I would say I noticed was there were multiple dehumidifier's in the room that filled up with water twice in our 2 night stay. Very humid and stagnant air when not on, however they were already aware of the issue and the dehumidifier's helped when they were working so I didn't even bring it up to the hosts. As a Floridian myself who knows this area, I know they were hit hard from hurricane Ian and still working on rebuilding the area so I assumed it's from that. Over all I would recommend as an affordable get a way!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori K.

Liked: Cleanliness
We love it here... no matter which unit we stay in!
We love these units.... they are so clean, comfy and stocked for every visit. We wouldn't pick any other place. We love how close these units are to the beach... quiet neighborhood.... perfect. We love the little pool, it's a perfect place to relax after a long day at the beach or exploring. Always our first choice for a stay on the island!! LOVE, LOVE, LOVE!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Brad S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our weekend stay
Parking was alot to be desired! Other renter parked in our spot!Wish you provided a blow dryer! I forgot mine! Pool was nice and i loved it! I am a housekeeper and it was clean as a whistle!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pedro J G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Premium
Very nice
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danita C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay on the key!
This is our second year going to Manasota Key, and it did not disappoint! Our location was amazing: just a minute walk across the street to the beach, and free kayak use were our two favorite perks. The property was very quiet, and our studio had everything we needed. It was very cozy, perfect for a couple or a couple of besties! I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Cara T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfectly located beach bungalow
Truly a beach bungalow experience and well worth it. The location is perfect--a block to the bay & a block to a beach, we walked or took our bikes everywhere and didn't move the car for 3 full days! The place is stocked with lots of considerate amenities & better than a hotel--just be prepared for some humidity in the room despite their excellent attempts to reduce it and lot of signs around with rules/regulations (but I think they need to do that because of the residential area where it's located)--really not a big deal.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
What an adorable bungalow!
This property is really perfect! Wish we had longer to stay and will definitely come back! Steps to water on either side. Don’t miss the sunsets on the beach to the west. To the east, Lemon Bay is just down the road. Be sure to notice the amazing garden 2 houses down the road - clearly a labor of love! Easy access to restaurants and activities, but still super quiet - the perfect balance. The furnishings and decorations in the Bay Breeze Bungalow are very comfortable and classy. The property is top notch!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Tony C.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Unit
The unit was clean, and would be a great place to stay if you only used this to sleep there. The no guest policy and no outside area,s to enjoy the after sunset curfew and parking along with the to close in proximity to other units. The unit was very clean but the craftsmanship of the interior was lacking. although the location was good. Thank You
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect spot!
Very happy with everything!! Awesome location, clean & cute decor!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashly L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot
We enjoyed our time here in town, about a 5-10 minute walk to the restaurants. We didn’t get a chance to use the kayaks but had a fun day on a boat rental. The bed is a foam mattress and very soft but that doesn’t always work for everyone. Everything we needed was in the rental. The pool was small and it was a bummer it closed at sunset but no big deal.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful location
We had a great trip! Location was fabulous, right at the beach on one side and intracoastal on the other. Great food nearby as well as shopping. We will definitely refer others and return ourselves!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

katie s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super cute!
Adorable and inviting! Great location! We had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023