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WALK TO GULF BEACH ACCESS! BEAUTIFUL STUDIO. Starfish Stays 2C. Dog friendly.

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels
Property grounds
Smart TV
Property grounds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroomSleeps 455 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • 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.

WALK TO GULF BEACH ACCESS! BEAUTIFUL STUDIO. Starfish Stays 2C. Dog friendly.

Welcome to Starfish Stays. Our little piece of paradise is located about 5 mins 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 as one of eight units at Starfish Stays on the unique Manasota Key of Southwest Florida.

Starfish stays is an easy 5 minute walk 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. 2C is brand new and was completed November 2020. Everything is new down to the stainless appliances, queen size bed and custom countertop. Starfish 2C 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

  • Near the beach
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Blender
  • Ice maker
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided
  • Outdoor shower
  • Toilet paper

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • 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

Location highlights

  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Water skiing nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 595 sq ft (55 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: We allow well behaved doggies!

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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Newest Unit ON THE Key! Private Beach. Starfish 2C

About the neighborhood

Map
Englewood, FL

What's nearby

  • Lemon Bay - 3 min walk
  • Englewood Beach - 4 min walk
  • Blind Pass Beach - 3 min drive
  • Stump Pass Beach State Park - 6 min drive
  • Lemon Bay Park - 12 min drive

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 WALK TO GULF BEACH ACCESS! BEAUTIFUL STUDIO. Starfish Stays 2C. 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 WALK TO GULF BEACH ACCESS! BEAUTIFUL STUDIO. Starfish Stays 2C. Dog friendly. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at WALK TO GULF BEACH ACCESS! BEAUTIFUL STUDIO. Starfish Stays 2C. Dog friendly. ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is WALK TO GULF BEACH ACCESS! BEAUTIFUL STUDIO. Starfish Stays 2C. Dog friendly. located?

Situated near the beach, this 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).

WALK TO GULF BEACH ACCESS! BEAUTIFUL STUDIO. Starfish Stays 2C. Dog friendly. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Valerie, Fort McCoy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was even more beautiful in person! We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfection!
The unit I stayed in, was perfect in every way for me. I needed a time out, for a few days, in a beautiful setting, and my expectations, were met. The location, is perfect, I felt very comfortable, ordering food, or driving to pick something up. Everything, from the beach, shops, food, etc, is nearby. Noise was non-existent, neighbors seemed friendly. The unit was very up to date, and clean. I made use of the laundry unit provided, and couldn't find anything, that wasn't as described. I found everything about the place, relaxing and just what I needed. I would gladly go back! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exceeded expectations!
Starfish 2C is my idea of the perfect place at the beach! It has everything needed including beach chairs, very nice beach towels, linens, a well stocked kitchen, very comfortable bed, a sofa bed, its own outdoor deck, an additional shared outdoor space with a fire pit and grill, and private beach access. The beach is located across the street. The condo is immaculately clean. The use of space is excellent. My sis-in-law and I traveled together and we were a little concerned about staying in a studio but this condo was set up so well, it worked perfectly for us. There is a free washer and dryer on site which is located super close to 2C. We appreciated the convenience of being able to do laundry while on vacation. Paula was quick to answer any questions and we had the pleasure of meeting her as she was onsite performing some upgrades. The pictures of the condo are great but it is even better in person!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Carol I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Starfish
It was a beautiful unit that had everything. We enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tabitha C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun in the sun
We enjoyed our stay at this lovely property. It was very clean and the outside hangout area was great.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ma Charity P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very pleased.
I was skeptical because it was like a last minute trip, but to my surprise, the room was clean .the people there were nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

KAREN K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Manatee Key Stay
The accommodations were great. The beach access was not what we expected based on pictures. The property folks were very good at responding to email questions quickly. Overall a good experience. We'd stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation Made Easy
Studio apartment setup with wood deck on side of unit. [Not all units have the wood deck]. Stephanie the property manager onsite when we arrived. Stephanie was great and answered all our questions and more on the unit and private beach access. Place was perfect and comfortable with everything we needed if we ate in and for the beach. All we had to do was show up and enjoy our time off. Next trip to the Florida West Coast we will only stay at this property!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mindy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful bliss
This was the perfect little getaway for our family. Everyone had a great time even the dogs. Cutest place ever, they thought of everything that you could possibly need. My only critique is that the bed was very hard, took a day to get used to! Some people like firm mattresses! Thank you for thinking of all the little touches!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Warner C.

Liked: Cleanliness
A wonderful weekend getaway!
This adorable place made for the perfect weekend getaway! So many thoughtful touches (great-smelling bathroom toiletries, Starfish Stay merch gifts, fun beach decor) made it feel like home away from home. The bed was very comfy, the full kitchen was updated and fully stocked with everything we needed to cook, and the ice maker was perfect for those beach cocktails! Speaking of the beach, what a beautiful, private area we were able to access. It felt like being on a deserted tropical island! The room is close to the road, but we never were bothered by street noise, and the air conditioning worked great, even during the hottest part of the day. The owners were extremely responsive to any questions or concerns we had, and were so kind. Very grateful we were able to bring our elderly dog with us, who loved sitting on our private deck smelling all the beach smells. If there is any room for improvement, I would only add that it would be helpful to have a more dog-friendly area for potty breaks (I needed to carry her over the crushed shells to find grass on a neighboring property) and that the gate across the street for beach access was often a little tricky to open on the first try. Neither of those I would fault the owners for, and it looked as if they were planting grass as we were leaving. The island itself is still recovering from last year’s hurricane in places, but in no way did it disrupt the beauty of the area. Very happy to have found this charming little place- thank you for a wonderful birthday weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

brad w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Property
Nice, clean updated studio apartment. The deck was a positive. Short walk to beach. Very prompt and effective communication with property owner. Very helpful property manger at check in. We will be coming back.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carlos M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for family with pets
Owners and property manager, Stephanie, are responsive and helpful. Great location and you will enjoy!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

James B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Manasota stay
Check in quick and easy. Great location,property in great shape and very clean. Everything we needed for a great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ravn D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place, close to beach.
Great place for a short stay, steps to the beach, friendly staff. Check in app was a bit of a challenge. Front porch/deck was great.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jodi D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great clean place
We loved our studio and large deck. Great location. We would definitely recommend this place!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Olga K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy stay close to the ocean
My family and I are so pleased with our stay! The place was incredibly neat, everything was really thought out. Its evident that the owners put a lot of thought into the property - we had beach toys in the closet, spoons, plenty of soap, etc. The owners were very thoughtful and texted me ahead of time to make sure we had access when we got there, very hospitable. The beach really is very close and the water is just perfect. I highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a relaxing, comfortable, and affordable weekend by the shore.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joseph P., Where do you live?

Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary Weekend
We had a great stay for a long Anniversary Weekend. The Starfish was clean and very comfortable. And being across the street from the beach was perfect. Thanks to Paula for excellent communication throughout!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tamara E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our first VRBO.
Everything was clean and very well appointed. The property manager was so friendly and accommodating. The owners got back to us quickly when we had questions. Thank you for the hospitality.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stacey D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Small space but just enough
The inside of the property was clean. The space was a little cramped, but just enough space for our short stay. No fault of the owners, but since the rental is pet friendly, we did have to live next to noisy dogs and a smoker…I didn’t realize I was signing up for that.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janel J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place with close beach access
Super clean, beach was a short easy walk and a lot less crowded then the main beaches. Was perfect for us and our dog. Restaurants and bars a mile and a half a away was able to use Stumpy free ride which worked out perfect for us!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lorrie S., Florida

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming Christmas Getaway
What a great place to stay! This was our first trip to Manasota key, and we really look forward to coming back. The location of this property was excellent, communication was quick and helpful, and overall we had a fantastic time. Thank you Scott and Paula for hosting.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place and awesome location. Will definitely come back
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

6/10 Okay

gilbert p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Disappointing
The place is clean and nicely decorated. For the money we spent, we think we could have found a place right on the water.. The walk to the beach wasn’t bad, but carrying chairs and other items can get tiresome. The process of getting into the apartment was the most difficult we have ever experienced. There was no physical key to use. You had to download an app to your phone to use as a key to get in. The door kept saying, door jammed. It wouldn’t lock unless you pulled the door and didn’t work if the power went out. There is no sound barrier between the top and bottom apartments. We were in the bottom apartment and the occupants upstairs Sounded like a heard of elephants. Heard talking, walking and banging til 1 am. If you’re a night owl it might not bother you.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Elizabeth L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Englewood
Very nice inside and staff (Linda) was so kind and welcoming. Street is a little rough. Nice beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021