<1 MILE MANASOTA BEACH/NORTH ENGLEWOOD Boutiquey Home loaded with amenities!

Englewood, Florida
$281 avg/night
Minimum Stay 7 Nights
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 4

Max Sleeps

Night 7 nights

Min Stay


SUMMER SPECIALS!

If you're looking for the ordinary, plain vacation rental, this is NOT for you! Our home boasts AMENTIES, CUSTOMIZATION, THOUGHTFUL DETAILS that you will not find anywere else! This is no ordinary rental, we have YOU in mind and cater to your vacation! Here for sharkstooth hunting Let us have all the literature, tips and tricks await you. Foodie Let us recommened the very best. The list goes on and on of our dedication to you...whether you are one couple, twoor a small family-look no further!

Manasota Beach awaits you! Drive down picturesque Manasota Beach Rd. and turn onto a private, dead end road with a Sarasota county walking path at the end. LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION. This manasota beach neighborhood has long been hailed the best in the area-for its proximity to manasota beach (0.9 miles/5 min bike/2 min drive) secluded properties and the many wildlife preserves-from the Florida scrub jay to the gopher tortoise. Don't get stuck in a south venice or a location south of Manasota Beach road-this is where it's at!

Our VRBO boasts true hospitality with no detail left untouched. From plush spa rolled-towels to local coffee and FIJI water! If you’re looking for a thoughtful, boutique-like home, that is entirely cared for by its owners-read on…

Home sits on a private, dead end road with a walking trail at end! Few neighbors, backyard entirely fenced, ultra private and peaceful. You will be amazed at the level of privacy this home offers. Enjoy the sun, grill, relaxation and sounds of birds and wildlife from a lounge chair on our deck! We've created spaces and nooks that offer R&R at its finest.

FLOOR-PLAN is the perfect split layout: 2 bedrooms and 2 full baths on opposite sides of the home making it ideal for one couple, two, or a couple with children. Offers the ultimate privacy!

MAIN ENTRANCE/FRONT PATIO is a lovely paver patio with chairs to enjoy that morning coffee. Behind the front door is a sunny, very fun space that emphasizes vacation fun! Decorated in a cool, updated bohemian-beach style, you will feel right at home. Our home is the eptiome of comfort!

LIVING ROOM offers a giant TV equipped w/YOUTUBE TV and plenty of options. Relax after a fun day at the beach or exploring the area, very comfortable! A smart TV offers complimentary youtube TV with ability to sign into your Netflix, Hulu or other accounts. Fiber optic internet service allows FAST streaming, browsing for all your devices.

KITCHEN is open to living room and sunroom, with seating at the KITCHEN BAR. Full size fridge, stove/oven, and stocked with everything imaginable...even pantry staples.

GAME CENTER cabinet is stocked with: books, puzzles, games, chess, cards/chips and so much more!

The BACKYARD DECK is brand new and has many seating options, covered by the giant oak tree-providing partial shade in the sunny Florida weather. If you're like any of our guests, you will spend a great amount of time on our backyard deck. Our little backyard oasis is a charming nook of comfort: high top table, lounge chairs, high end grill, chiminea for any chilly nights. If you love listening/watching wildlife, this is the home for you! The birds are always chirping (we provide extra bird seed!)

Cook on the high-end GRILL w/rotisserie option and unlimited propane or light the CHIMINEA for a cozy ambiance. Settle in to the comfortable seating area covered by overhead string lights! The serene, beachy ambiance the deck offers is just what you need.

BEDROOMS: SPLIT plan so on opposite sides of the home-offers exceptional privacy from another couple or your kids! MAIN BEDROOM has ensuite full bath and feels like a serene suite. GUEST BEDROOM is on opposite side of home with pocket door that secludes it and it's bathroom. Towels, linens are of highest quality, we even include tropical shampoo, soaps and more.

WASHER AND DRYER are right inside the garage as well as complimentary laundry soap.

The WALL OF BEACH FUN awaits you. From beautiful beach towels to NEW BEACH CRUISERS, flippers, frisbee, paddle ball, rafts and shell/sharks tooth hunting rakes, beach tents, coolers, and several options to haul it all in wagons! We've got you covered. We've even included sunblock and bug spray! Many options for beach chairs, umbrella and even a beach wagon buggy to pile it all in. After you return from the beach, head to the OUTDOOR SHOWER right outside shower and rinse off.

Beach is 2 MINUTE DRIVE, 5 MINUTE BIKE, 15 MINUTE WALK. During season Jan-March the main Manasota Beach Road is busy, we recommend our side street shortcut, we've provided an easy map.

Experience the Englewood-Venice-Sarasota area like never before. Manasota beach facilities have been recently beautifully remodeled with plentiful pavilions and picnic areas with grills. Plenty of options for fishing-from calm intercoastal waters to the gulf-ask us about fishing and we'll hook you up! Gulf waters tend to be calm and tranquil, perfect for swimming, wading or snorkeling or paddleboarding. We have created a mini chamber of commerce with lots of brochures, menus and information about our beautiful Sarasota county area. So many things to do, you will readily take advantage of our many recommendations for the area-from the best places to fish to kayaking, manatee & dolphin watching, finding sharks teeth, restaurants and so much more. We are always a text away for recommendations! Short drive to great area restaurants, let us share our area expertise and suggest. Find our welcome book on arrival with tips, hints and great info for an unforgettable vacation. We love hospitality, and all the little details that compliment a wonderful stay.

*We are always making improvements/updates after every guest, check back for photo updates as they happen.*

THINGS TO DO:
(For a complete guide, please refer to our welcome binder of area tips, tricks and tons of info upon arrival.) We have included every possible flyer, map and area information we could from 2 different local Chamber of Commerces. No need to google, we've got you covered!

-Historic Dearborn Street (Englewood's Main Street) for cute restaurants and shops
-Historic Venice Mainstreet for a day full of shopping unique boutiques by the beach and great eats!
-The Venice Theatre (15 minutes)
-Fishing-pole/lure/rig setup upon request or reserve a charter boat locally.
Inshore: flounder, snook, redfish, jacks, snapper, catfish, black drum, sheepshead, sharks, tarpon. Offshore: tarpon, mackerel, grouper, amber jack, red snapper, baracuta, goliath grouper, red/black grouper, kingfish and many more.
-Local Golf Cart Business will drop off/pickup if you would like to rent one!
-Biking
-Golfing (great short course and driving range in Venice) as well as multiple area public courses
-Drum Circles at the beach
-Farmers Markets: Thursday is Englewood, Saturday is Venice and they are popular!
-Boca Grande-the Tarpon Capital of the world spend a day biking , eating and shopping or fishing
-Spring Training (Atlanta Braves are right down the road)
-Publix (our higher end grocery store: 4 miles down the street) Target, Walmart in nearby Venice (4-5 miles)
-Tampa Bay Bucs, The Lighting and The Rays Sporting Events
-Boat, Paddle Board Rentals, even parasailing 5 miles away
-Venice South Jetty: fishing, relaxing or eating at Sharky's or Fins
-Mote Marine (40 minutes)
-Selby Gardens (40 minutes)
-St. Armands Circle (stroll amazing shops & restaurants) beaches too-Lido is very popular
-Siesta Key Beach (you have to experience just one day here-it's quite famous.) Then stroll the adorable little shopping and eating district
-Segway Tours downtown Sarasota
-Disney World, Water Parks (Orlando-3 hours)

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  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers Beach Towels Near The Beach
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1370 Sq Ft (127 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Coffee/tea Maker Dishwasher Ice Maker Microwave Oven Refrigerator Spices Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi, With Speed Of 500+ Mbps (good For 6+ People Or 10+ Devices)
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Fenced Yard Firepit Garden Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk Desk Chair
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Basketball Nearby Bicycle On Site Casino Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Marina Nearby Snorkeling Nearby Surfing/body Boarding Nearby Swimming Nearby Theme Parks Nearby Water Skiing Nearby Water Sports Equipment Water Tubing Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

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

    Dining Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Games
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital Near A Zoo Near Outlet Shopping Near The Bay
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Housekeeping (on Request) Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    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 : 4

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • Jim W.

    Submitted Mar 1, 2026

    Stayed Feb 14, 2026

    Alan and Kim were very accomodating and responsive with any request we had. Very cozy and comfortable in a great location near the beach...quiet neighborhood. Highly recommend!

  • Jordan T.

    Submitted Aug 22, 2025

    Stayed Jul 25, 2025

    Our second time back didn’t disappoint! We were thrilled to return to the shell house.

  • Sara R.

    Submitted Jul 12, 2025

    Stayed Jun 27, 2025

    The Shell House was perfect for us. The location was just minutes from Manasota Beach & an easy drive to other beaches in the area. It was very comfortable & had everything we needed, plus lots of extras from our hosts. Hosts were very responsive with any questions we had & gave excellent recommendations for dining, activities, etc. Would definitely stay here again.

  • Angelina S.

    Submitted Jun 25, 2025

    Stayed Jun 13, 2025

    The home was beautiful, well stocked and the location was perfect just a 3 minute drive to Manasota Beach and an easy 5 minute bike ride. Hosts super responsive and attentive to detail, would definitely recommend and would definitely stay again! Thank you so much for such a valuable experience!

  • Brian P.

    Submitted Jun 1, 2025

    Stayed May 7, 2025

    Great location, well furnished and personal touches from the responsive owners make this listing a favorite of ours when visiting the area.

  • Cynthia G.

    Submitted Apr 21, 2025

    Stayed Apr 12, 2025

    Nice property. Good location. Beach themed decorations. Owners were attentive and personable.

  • Ginger H.

    Submitted Apr 5, 2025

    Stayed Mar 29, 2025

    Kim and Alan's Shell House was a very relaxing and quiet, close to beaches and centrally located. Well appointed with every thing that you would need. Kim and Alan have very homey touches everywhere.Again Ron says sorry for the plate ;)

  • Cathy W.

    Submitted Mar 21, 2025

    Stayed Mar 15, 2025

    Hosts were great communicators. Shell House had everything you needed ! Everything you needed for our beach visits or relaxing in their private backyard. Would highly recommend Shell House!

  • Peter B.

    Submitted Mar 17, 2025

    Stayed Mar 8, 2025

    We thoroughly enjoyed the house and the location. Lots of nice touches all around the house to make you feel at home. House is perfectly located near the beach without being too close. The Hosts were wonderful in their communications and we highly recommend the Shell House!

  • RAHutch1963

    Submitted Mar 9, 2025

    Stayed Feb 1, 2025

    We were completely satisfied with this property. Very clean and comfortable. Many extras left by the owners, including fruit, chocolates, water, bicycles, beach towels, etc. Close to the beach (1 mile). Owners were very responsive to texts. Would highly recommend this place.

  • Diann P.

    Submitted Feb 2, 2025

    Stayed Jan 18, 2025

    We loved our stay, Kim and Alan had the house stocked beautifully and the garage had everything a person could want for a day at the beach!!! The backyard bbq, fire pit and lounge chairs were wonderful, we would recommend the house for anyone interested in a true Florida experience.

  • Anna B.

    Submitted Jan 19, 2025

    Stayed Jan 10, 2025

    This was our most comfortable stay we have ever had using VRBO! Really felt at home the whole time. We had a long road trip so we LOVED having access to the full garage (and remote clicker). Kim & Alan left us goodies that were completely unexpected but lovely to enjoy (bottled water, root beer, fresh strawberries/dessert cups, wine, chocolate gators!). Also, 2 mins from Manasota Beach, but also 20 mins to South Brohard/Caspersen made this a great spot! Would ABSOLUTELY stay here again. Thanks so much for sharing your space with us!!

  • Anne S.

    Submitted Jan 12, 2025

    Stayed Jan 4, 2025

    Shell House is a perfect retreat especially under imperfect conditions. Red tide and unseasonably cool temperatures limited outdoor activity but the arms of Shell House wrapped around us. The interior of the house offers plenty of soft places to land. The front porch allowed us to bask in the radiant heat; the deck required jackets but well worth it since Kim and Alan have a feeder and provide food for the squirrels and birds which were abundant. The first time we took out the bikes, one developed a flat. Texting the owners asking if they could repair the tire, they instead brought us brand new his and her bikes to ride…within hours. Fresh fruit, chocolates, key lime pie, waters, and wine upon arrival spoke volumes for us. They were expecting us. We were honored guests the minute we walked into Shell House. And Kim and Alan will always be, to us, we’ll-respected hosts. Thank you so much!

  • Michael B.

    Submitted Jan 12, 2025

    Stayed Dec 28, 2024

    very quiet perfectly decorated beach equipment a plus host answered all questions would stay again

  • bbcamp

    Submitted Jan 9, 2025

    Stayed Nov 30, 2024

    We had everything we needed and more! Perfect lo

  • Toni W.

    Submitted Dec 31, 2024

    Stayed Dec 14, 2024

    The property was a beautiful as the write up said. The hosts supplied us with many additional items that made out trip exceptional. We would definitely stay there again!VRBO was the only difficult part as they charged me differently than first contracted but the host made it right.

  • Mandy L.

    Submitted Dec 1, 2024

    Stayed Nov 23, 2024

    Such a beautiful home- everything was perfect! Comfortable beds, plenty of towels, and so many beach items provided. Close to a beautiful beach. Owners went above and beyond to make sure our stay was comfortable. One of the nicest VRBO listings we’ve stayed at. An all around great experience. Will be back!

  • Sandy R.

    Submitted Nov 16, 2024

    Stayed Nov 9, 2024

    Quit neighborhood. Place exceeded expectations. Owner provided many extras we usually don’t get with a vrbo

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$281+
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