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WALK TO BEACH ACCESS! Coastal Studio – Starfish Stays 2C Dog Friendly.

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A kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a stone island with a sink.
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An outdoor seating area with wooden chairs and a table under a wooden pergola, with string lights above.
A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a bedroom.
A residential area with a two-story house, palm trees, and a parked car.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Manasota Beach
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Kitchenette
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Englewood, FL
  • Place, Manasota Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Englewood Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Lemon Bay
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Punta Gorda Airport (PGD)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

WALK TO BEACH ACCESS! Coastal Studio – Starfish Stays 2C Dog Friendly.

Starfish Stays 2C – Cozy Key West-Inspired Studio by the Gulf
Welcome to Starfish Stays, your charming slice of paradise just steps from the pristine shores of the Gulf! Located on beautiful Manasota Key, this freshly renovated Key West-style studio is one of eight unique units that make up our tranquil beach retreat.

Beach Bliss, Just Minutes Away
Enjoy a short walk to the beach, where you can take in postcard-perfect sunsets, hunt for shells and shark teeth, or simply relax in the sun. We provide complimentary beach chairs, umbrellas, and towels, so you can travel light and unwind with ease. Rinse off the salt and sand at our two custom-built outdoor showers.

Stylish Studio Comforts
Unit 2C features a brand new queen bed, a sofa bed with upgraded memory foam mattress, and a fully stocked kitchen with stainless steel appliances and custom countertops. Whether you're here for a romantic escape or a peaceful solo retreat, this cozy space has everything you need to feel at home, including a private outdoor deck with seating.

Resort-Style Grounds & Gathering Spaces
Our lush courtyard features a pergola with a gas fire pit, BBQ grill, cornhole, and seating for eight—perfect for evenings under the stars. Looking to explore? You’re just minutes from:

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

Blind Pass Park (1 mile north): trails, docks, playgrounds & more (free parking)

Perfect for Groups & Getaways
Starfish Stays offers eight beautifully renovated units—including studios, 1BR, and 2BR options—ideal for couples, families, or larger groups traveling together. Let us help you plan your perfect Florida beach vacation!

Book your stay at Starfish Stays 2C and experience beach life the way it was meant to be—easy, breezy, and unforgettable.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
We allow well behaved doggies!
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
We strictly adhere to our cancelation policy. Changes to the policy will not be available. We do not have any weather or environmental guarantees.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2109701vb
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Englewood

Located in Englewood, this apartment is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Manasota Beach and Venice Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at CoolToday Park, or consider a night out at British Open Pub. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails.
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Englewood, FL

What's nearby

  • Manasota Beach - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Englewood Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Lemon Bay - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Venice Beach - 10 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Caspersen Beach - 32 min drive - 29.8 km

Getting around

  • Punta Gorda Airport (PGD) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪APlus at Sunoco - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Lock 'N Key Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sand Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is WALK TO BEACH ACCESS! Coastal Studio – Starfish Stays 2C Dog Friendly. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at WALK TO BEACH ACCESS! Coastal Studio – Starfish Stays 2C Dog Friendly.?

As of 11 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at WALK TO BEACH ACCESS! Coastal Studio – Starfish Stays 2C Dog Friendly. on 22 Aug 2027 start from AU$794, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at WALK TO BEACH ACCESS! Coastal Studio – Starfish Stays 2C Dog Friendly.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at WALK TO BEACH ACCESS! Coastal Studio – Starfish Stays 2C Dog Friendly.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at WALK TO BEACH ACCESS! Coastal Studio – Starfish Stays 2C Dog Friendly.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is WALK TO BEACH ACCESS! Coastal Studio – Starfish Stays 2C Dog Friendly. located?

Situated near the beach, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Lemon Bay and Manasota Beach. Englewood Beach and Blind Pass Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 38 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great place to stay. Just steps away from the beach. Planning on going back and will definitely stay here again if available! It is pet friendly if bringing your fur baby.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was as described, I would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar 2026
Thank you for staying with us
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great. Paula was very communicative and did everything she could to make the stay as great as it was
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2026
Thank you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Starfish Stays is a great location! Short walk to the beach. Amazing sunsets. Free golf cart ride to dining to avoid parking issues. Food was great nearby. If you cannot get a reservation, you can order! Not the full restaurant dining experience but still taste the amazing food! Studio is cute and well equipped.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 29 July 2026
It was a pleasure hosting you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stayScott n Paula were dead on with answered questions, extended stay , very hands onThe apartment was charming and convenient Clean well stocked with necessities quiet great location Highly recommend Will be back
Blind Pass Beach A mile or so away
Brought a gate to let the girls see outside
Beautiful beach
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jan 2026
It was a pleasure hosting you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute little place, beach right across the street, host was great and responsive. Chairs and toys for the beach were available.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jan 2026
We appreciate you spending your vacation with us!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful apartment!

Property is beautiful! We very much enjoyed our stay :)
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Feb 2021
Thank you! We have put a lot of effort into the property. See you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May 2024
Thank you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Starfish

It was a beautiful unit that had everything. We enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May 2024
Thank you for enjoying unit 2C!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

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
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May 2024
Please remember to follow the directions to our beach access.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location

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
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar 2021
Thank you for the review. The beach renovation project really came out beautifully. Arguably the best beach in Florida! The road is your common beach Rd with shell and sand, very old Florida! Have a great day.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May 2024
Thank you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May 2024
See you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Best Time Ever!

We decided to go to florida as a very last minute trip and when we were looking this place was perfect for us. We had wonderful weather, water water, everything you could as for. This home had everything it needed, I could not think of something that was missing or wrong. My favorite thing about this trip was; the extremely quick communication with the owner Paula. The walk to the beach was no more than 2 min, the Manasota little Town was also super fun to enjoy with a few restaurants, dolphin watching, and over the bridge we spent hours fishing. I Highly recommend this home and area, we will definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jan 2021
Thank you for staying with us! See you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Aug 2023
We are glad that you had a perfect vacation!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May 2024
It was a pleasure to host you. Thank you for staying with us.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May 2024
Thank you! We agree that 2C is a perfect unit! Try one of other great units next trip!
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy
I picked this place because it was a short walk to beach access. We were given directions to an access when we arrived. When we went there we were met by two different men who said beach was private and Star Fish Stays did not have access. I contacted Paula who sent us to a different access that was all large rocks. No beach. Then she sent us to another access. On one of our trips to this one we were yelled at and told she did not have access to that one either. The one she does have deeded access to is right across the street from unit and is also inaccessible due to large rocks. She told us storms did this. And that she is waiting on permits to fix her access. I feel that she should not say she has a beach access in her post of the property. She advised me to drive to the beaches on the keys. At which parking is impossible! If I wanted to drive I would have rented a much less expensive place. Door lock didn't work when we arrived and batteries need replacement. Internet also went out while we were there. The bathroom fan comes on when you turn on light and sounds like a freight train. Lots of light pollution in the room at night making sleeping hard. But there is now a gate on the first access we went to in my honor. The whole thing was embarrassing! I usually just roll with things, but this was too much. It seems I was put in the middle of their fight with neighbors. Notice that one of here reviews that are excellent is by her husband. Makes you wonder
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Mar 2026
Sorry you fell that way. Unfortunately you didn't mention any of this during your stay. We have local management that is on call. Manasota Key has 22 miles of beach I'm sorry you couldn't find a suitable area. We also have a free shuttle for the folks that don't can't walk to the beach. This info was in the welcome message which you didn't read (read receipt). The welcome message has information like beach location, spare batteries for the unit and how to use the locks. We own both properties so I don't understand how you would have argued with neighbors. We provide a beautiful property in a stunning area, but we realize we can only make 99% of the people happy!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May 2024
Thank you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great clean place

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

About the host

Hosted by Scot Paula Hill

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We, Scot and Paula, purchased this property with the goal of providing an escape to paradise. We have remodeled all eight units with custom kitchens and bathrooms. Beautiful beachy decor with the comforts of home create a perfect retreat from the busy everyday routines. Everyone who has stayed with us this year cannot wait to return. We hope you plan your next vacations to Starfish Stays.

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