BEAUTIFUL BEACHES! DOG FRIENDLY!

Englewood, Florida
$226 avg/night
Minimum Stay 1 Nights
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Apartment

Property Type

Sleep 6

Max Sleeps

Night 1 nights

Min Stay

Bright & Beachy 2BR Retreat | Sleeps 6 | Steps to beach | Starfish Stays 1B

Welcome to Starfish Stays 1B—your freshly renovated beach escape located on Manasota Key. This 2-bedroom apartment with a sofa bed sleeps up to 6 guests and is designed for comfort, creativity, and coastal relaxation.

Inspired by Water, Designed for Comfort
From the artist-inspired kitchen to the palm-fringed charm of the courtyard, this unit captures the soothing energy of the sea. Insideyou'll find:

A queen bed in the primary bedroom

Two twin beds in the second bedroom

A sofa bed with upgraded memory foam mattress in the living room

A 55 flat-screen Smart TV, games, and ultra-fast Wi-Fi

All-new appliances, mattresses, and linens

A fully stocked kitchen and full bathroom for all your vacation needs

The Starfish Stays Experience
As part of our 8-unit boutique property, Starfish Stays sets the standard on Manasota Key with tropical landscaping, beachy charm, and thoughtful upgrades throughout. Onsite, you'll enjoy:

A shaded pergola with seating for 8

A gas fire pit, BBQ grill, and cornhole games

Two custom-built outdoor showers

Complimentary beach chairs, umbrellas, and towels

Location, Location, Relaxation
Just a 2-minute walk to our wide, private beach—perfect for:

Morning strolls and sunset views

Shell and shark tooth hunting

Swimming, sunbathing, or lounging under an umbrella

Explore Nearby

Stump Pass State Park (3 miles south) – hiking, fishing, kayaking & secluded beaches ($3 parking)

Blind Pass Beach Park (1 mile north) – nature trails, picnic areas, and kayak launches (free parking)

Great restaurants, beach bars, and local shops all nearby

Traveling with a group
We offer 8 total units on the same property, including 2-bedroom, 1-bedroom, and studio layouts—perfect for group getaways, family reunions, or wedding parties.

Discover Your Gulf Coast Getaway
Whether you're relaxing indoors, lounging under a palm tree, or enjoying sunsets on our private beach, Starfish Stays 1B offers the perfect blend of comfort and coastal charm.

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    2 Total (up To 50 Lbs Per Pet) Pet Friendly Welcoming Dogs Only
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers Beach Towels Private Beach
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Not Reported (host Has Not Indicated Whether There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property; Consider Bringing A Portable Detector) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided Sofa Bed
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 925 Sq Ft (86 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Cookware/dishes/utensils Electric Kettle Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill Firepit Outdoor Furniture Picnic Area
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Cycling Nearby Fishing Nearby Jet Skiing Nearby Parasailing Nearby Power Boating Nearby Sailing Nearby Scuba Diving Nearby Swimming Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Games Video Library Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In The City Center Near The Bay Near The Sea
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Note From Host: No Smoking Or Vaping On The Property. Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 6

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Review Review

  • Stanley

    Submitted Aug 21, 2023

    Stayed Aug 18, 2023

    We loved area and the beach the unit was fantastic and the service from the host. We will return.

  • Submitted Mar 7, 2020

    Stayed Feb 27, 2020

    The property was just finished when we stayed here. Nicely decorated, comfortable beds, beach chairs available, kitchen had everything we needed. Plenty of room for 4-6 people.

  • Mary S.

    Submitted Sep 1, 2025

    Stayed Aug 30, 2025

    This place is perfect for a couple or family. Just minutes from the private beach, check out the laundry garage for a wagon, inner tubes, sidters

  • Amy L.

    Submitted Feb 21, 2025

    Stayed Feb 14, 2025

    The property looked exactly like pictures, clean and organized. The only issues we had were there was a smell probably due to an older building by the water; and our beach access was taken away on the 2nd day due to hurricane damage so that was disappointing. Great location love Manasota!

  • Lisamarie S.

    Submitted Feb 11, 2025

    Stayed Feb 8, 2025

    I loved that Scot always answered my inquires and crazy ques right away. They are lovely hosts and I did appreciate all there help and kindness.I was not quite aware of the poor shape of the area and esp the beach front most Milton. But that is to be expected. The path to the beach was not well marked and so we got yelled at for crossing over via the Condo area but a disgruntled man there. My mistake.The cottag apt was nice and updated and WELL decorated. The stairs need to be refinished due to wood aging. The only issue for me was the threshold from the living room to the kitchen was about 1/2 inches too thick and wide, and was not updated and my 81 Mom tripped twice and myself as well over that threshold and the one leading to the bathroom too. It was very very dangerous and a falling risk for sure. PLEASE fix it ASAP!NOTE: The property is good for pets but I will not be able to go there again due to the fact that I have terrible Mold allergies and the mold that was blowing from the hair vents was thick and black and I spelled it upon arrival. It was a lot for us. I was devastated and grateful to be there at the same time for a quick weekend.Only 1 place to eat and the others were so crowded and had NO parking due to them using a food truck post Hurricane so it was too bad. Public beaches all shut down too.No dishwasher so be prepared to clean on you time off so that was no biggie. All and All it was a nice getaway and a sweet place to stay.

  • Lori M.

    Submitted Nov 19, 2024

    Stayed Oct 30, 2024

    This was a fantastic spot and untouched by hurricane Milton. Such a blessing for us right now!

  • Robert Q.

    Submitted Jul 7, 2024

    Stayed Jun 30, 2024

    This was a nice, convenient and clean unit

  • Brandi L.

    Submitted Jun 23, 2024

    Stayed Jun 21, 2024

    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.

  • Mitchell S.

    Submitted Jun 20, 2024

    Stayed Jun 7, 2024

    Had a blast as usual. We can't wait to return soon.

  • Denise E.

    Submitted May 28, 2024

    Stayed May 25, 2024

    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.

  • Lucinda B.

    Submitted Mar 20, 2024

    Stayed Feb 3, 2024

    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.

  • Kristi B.

    Submitted Mar 10, 2024

    Stayed Mar 4, 2024

    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!

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