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Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels
Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bathroomSleeps 458 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

NO STORM DAMAGE! REDUCED RATES!

Welcome to Starfish Stays. Our little piece of paradise is located about 5 min walk to a pristine private beach on the blue waters of the Gulf of Mexico. This totally renovated Key West inspired studio is setting the standard on Manasota Key is one of eight units at Starfish Stays on the unique Manasota Key of Southwest Florida.

Starfish stays is an easy 5 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! This apartment also has an outside deck with seating.

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. 1C is brand new and was completed December 2020. Everything is new down to the stainless appliances, queen size bed and custom countertop. Starfish 1C boasts a brand new queen bed 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.

Property manager

Scot Paula Hill

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Private beach
  • Beach towels
  • Beach sun loungers

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (surcharge)
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Blender
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Kitchen island

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

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

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking and vaping is no allowed on the property.

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Power boating nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Hiking nearby

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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 625 sq ft (58 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: 23

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
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: We love well behaved dogs. No cats please.

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 are prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
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 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

Just Completed! Private Gulf Beach Access!
Just Completed! Two Minute Walk to the Gulf. On the key
JUST COMPLETED! Two minute walk to the Gulf. On the key.
Just Completed! Private Gulf Beach Access! Studio Sleeps Four

About the neighborhood

Map
Englewood, FL

What's nearby

  • Lemon Bay - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Englewood Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Blind Pass Beach - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Stump Pass Beach State Park - 6 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Lemon Bay Park - 12 min drive - 10.1 km

Getting around

  • Punta Gorda Airport (PGD) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

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

Frequently asked questions

Is NO STORM DAMAGE! REDUCED RATES! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at NO STORM DAMAGE! REDUCED RATES!?

Self parking is available for a fee.

What time is check-in at NO STORM DAMAGE! REDUCED RATES!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at NO STORM DAMAGE! REDUCED RATES!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is NO STORM DAMAGE! REDUCED RATES! located?

Offering direct access to the beach, this Englewood apartment building is 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).

NO STORM DAMAGE! REDUCED RATES! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 19 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kelly C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, Efficient and Cute-to-Boot!
Starfish Stays accommodated my husband and myself comfortably. Couch & tv for him to watch his news and read his paper. Chair outside by door for me to sip coffee. Bed was comfortable! Bathroom was just right. Loved using my phone to lock & unlock door. Easy walk across street to access beach. Appreciated having coffee available to get through our first morning upon arrival! I highly encourage others to consider Starfish Stays at Manasota Key.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous
Very nice stay. Loved that it was so close to the beach. The lock system was a little confusing.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fran D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved it!!!
Clean and great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexa C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exactly as we had hoped
We had a great stay. Check in instructions were perfectly detailed, beach access was easy to find, and the place had everything and more than we could have needed. We had a great time here!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wish I had stayed longer.!
My unit was perfect for me. Paula and Stephanie were very responsive to all my needs and always very helpful. I enjoyed everything about the experience.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect time
Everything was just as advertised. Place had everything we needed for our 3 night stay. Would stay again. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed Our Stay
Very clean. With all the amenities that you can think of. Although it was not directly on the beach, it was conveniently located in front of the pathway to the beach. Property owners and staff were great to deal with, super friendly. Will definitely go back.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ron C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great job
The town was just getting over a major hurricane with debris everywhere. Our building and grounds were clean and ready to go. Check in was easy and the staff was great. Wonderful job, it couldn't have been easy.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic stay!
Beautiful property, clean rooms and quiet. Absolutely loved the decorations. Had so much fun and definitely will come back. They provide all the goodies for fun at the beach. Great location with a few really good restaurants near by. Stephanie was super helpful. If I could make one tiny suggestion for the owners, there are only two wagons for hauling your chairs/coolers/umbrella and such to the beach. Guests tend to hide them in their rooms overnight to make sure they have one the next day. Adding a couple would be nice. Not super important, just convenience. Can't wait to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome stay!
We really enjoyed our time here on Manasota Key and the unit had everything we needed. Great family time away!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

6/10 Okay

charles m.

Liked: Cleanliness
You don’t want to know.
Proximity to beach was great. The unit was clean and had an updated beachy decor. The property manager was helpful and friendly.. That being said, the property was not worth the price. The bed was uncomfortable. We could not get the TV to work properly. The toilet was so small that it seemed like it was made for a toddler. The walls were paper thin. We respectfully would not go back. Our primary focus was to see an ailing relative and we were just happy to land a place during the busy spring break break season . If our purpose was solely a romantic weekend for two, we would have been really disappointed!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

4/10 Poor

Ron L.

Disappointing for the miney
Door opening and locking was an issue/TV was a nightmare/AC quit working /we got on line and figured it out after two warm nights-not enough towels/shower was good/when we turned up fan it make a clicking noise and needed to be turned down/parking is terrible/for the money we paid/we could get a beautiful condo for a month and that is what we will do next time/Ron Labadie
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deborah M.

Liked: Cleanliness
First time to Manasota Key
Property was perfect! All you need to bring are your clothes and food everything else is supplied by the host. Even beach chairs and beach towels! Property was very clean and beautifully decorated. The walk to the private beach was just across the street through an easement. We also used the grill for steaks and it was full of propane and very clean! This property is one of the best we’ve stayed in. And we had great weather 80’s and sunny each day.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Starfish stays is lovely. Very clean and well kept up. The property manager was very helpful with explaining the amenities. Beach is just across the street, beautiful and quiet. A couple of days we had the beach completely to ourselves Would recommend staying here
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steven K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location and Beautiful Unit
We could not have been more pleased with this property and it’s location. Completely refurbished and beautifully appointed. And the host of this property were so very helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alex E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hidden Gem
The whole trip was amazing. The stay was perfectly located right across from the beach. It’s very quaint and private and a perfect place to escape the hustle and bustle of the everyday life. The stay was very clean and the appliances were brand new. Located perfectly with parking for everyone staying there. Five stars.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melissa T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Owner and Staff
Attentive and friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Harry K.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great stay
We stayed at Starfish Stays, Unit 1C for a week. The units are decorated in a very beachy and fun way and are recently renovated. The unit was very clean and has everything we needed for a week at the beach including new beach chairs, beach towels, and an umbrella. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Holli S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay
Beautiful property, excellent location! Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2021