Manasota Key Dock house - Stunning Bayfront with private beach access for the perfect vacation
Welcome to the stunning Manasota Key Dock House, a beautiful bayfront home located just steps away from the pristine Gulf of America. This spacious 5-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom retreat comfortably accommodates up to 10 guests, making it the perfect getaway for families or friends looking to unwind in a serene coastal setting.
As you step inside, you'll be greeted by a warm and inviting ambiance, featuring an open-concept living area that seamlessly blends comfort and style. The home boasts breathtaking views of the Intracoastal bay, allowing you to soak in the natural beauty right from the kitchen/family room area.
The well-appointed kitchen is a chef's dream, equipped with modern appliances including a refrigerator, gas stove, microwave, and dishwasher, along with essential cooking basics and a dining table for shared meals. Enjoy your morning coffee on one of the many decks or balconies while taking in the fresh ocean air.
The outdoor space is equally impressive, featuring a private lagoon heated pool where you can relax and soak up the sun. The property also includes a garden area, perfect for outdoor activities or simply enjoying the tranquil surroundings.
For your comfort, the home is equipped with air conditioning, heating, and essential amenities such as extra pillows and blankets, a hairdryer, and a washer and dryer. Stay connected with high-speed internet and enjoy entertainment options including a television and laptop-friendly workspace.
Located on the charming Manasota Key, you'll find yourself just a short walk from the beautiful beaches and local attractions. Explore nearby parks, indulge in fresh seafood at local restaurants, or take part in water activities like kayaking and fishing.
Don't miss the opportunity to experience the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure at the Manasota Key Dock House. Book your stay today and create unforgettable memories in this coastal paradise!
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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
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 Manasota Beach, a neighbourhood in Englewood, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Englewood Beach and Venice Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Venice Performing Arts Center, or check out an event or a game at CoolToday Park. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, parasailing and power boating adventures can be found near the property.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Manasota Key Dock house - Stunning Bayfront with private beach access for the perfect vacation have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Manasota Key Dock house - Stunning Bayfront with private beach access for the perfect vacation?
As of 27 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Manasota Key Dock house - Stunning Bayfront with private beach access for the perfect vacation on 23 July 2026 start from AU$1,454, 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.
Is Manasota Key Dock house - Stunning Bayfront with private beach access for the perfect vacation pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Manasota Key Dock house - Stunning Bayfront with private beach access for the perfect vacation?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Manasota Key Dock house - Stunning Bayfront with private beach access for the perfect vacation?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Manasota Key Dock house - Stunning Bayfront with private beach access for the perfect vacation?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Manasota Key Dock house - Stunning Bayfront with private beach access for the perfect vacation located?
This family-friendly Englewood holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Lemon Bay and Blind Pass Beach. Manasota Beach is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) away.
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Beautiful home. Equipped with everything you can possibly need. Plenty of room for large family to be comfortable. Beautiful pool, beautiful dock. Quiet shark toothed filled beach. Seven year old grandson collected over 1000 shark teeth! Don't hesitate to rent!
We loved our getaway in this beautiful home with an amazing pool, great view of the bay, and wonderful amenities. The gorgeous beach was just a two-minute walk away. We had a relaxing and enjoyable stay and hope to return!
This house was perfect for our family vacation and meet all our needs. I would highly recommend this house for anyone planning a family trip. The host and owners were very responsive and accommodating. Easy to give 5 star rating and would given higher.
The property worked out very well for the whole family. The house was very clean and well stocked with everything needed. The area itself is very quiet with the Gulf of America being a short walk across the street. If you’re into collecting shark teeth, this beach is the BEST! Our host was very accommodating to a few minimal issues which was much appreciated. We will definitely return.
Sharon G.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Aaron C.
1 June 2025
Rare Find
This house is just that. A rare find. Could not be more perfect as a home away from home. This was our second year vacationing here and we plan on visiting again. From the beach to the pool and the bay, there were many things to keep our group busy. (including 4 energetic grandchildren). Whether we were searching the beach or fishing, we were not disappointed! TMI are great to work with and handled everything with professionalism. We can’t wait to return and the whole group is already talking about our next visit!
Aaron C.
Response from VrboOwner on 14 June 2025
Thank you so much!
Have a great summer
Lesley
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Ian R.
3 July 2024
Great Place!
My family and I rented this place for our yearly vacation. Everyone enjoyed it! This place is AMAZING. You don't have to leave the house and it would still be a great vacation. Watching the dolphins while drinking your morning coffee is something else. But if you do decide to venture out, the beach is wonderful, and great places to eat just down the road. I would highly recommend this place to anyone.
The house is beautiful, exactly as pictured. It is probably the best stocked rental we have stayed and very clean. Plenty of room for kids and teens to have their own space. The location is amazing. Our family spent days on the beach, rented a boat to keep at the dock for afternoon dolphin cruises on the bay and squeezed in some pool time as well. We definitely followed others suggestions to bring bug spray or cover up for mosquitos on the quick walk to the beach.
Lindy H.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Santiago R.
26 July 2025
Serene and Inviting Bayfront Residence
We were two families 10 in total sharing this beautiful home. It offers many areas to spread out. Pictures dont say enough of how inviting and serene you feel inside. The large windows giving way to beautiful water views during your morning coffee and fully stocked for cooking indoors ot outdoors. The beach access a 3 minute walk across the street or the beautiful pool to soak in are fantastic. The dock at the back is great for pictures we rented a pontoon and were able to stock it conveniently. And most of all the service provided by Lesley the property manager was extraordinary. She went out of her way to welcome us and guide us throughout our stay. She is wonderful can’t say enough about her hospitality. Manasota key is a hidden gem just wish I would have found it earlier. Will be recommending this stay for years to come. I thank the owners for allowing us to enjoy their home and commend them on their beautiful taste.
We absolutely loved everything about this house and location! The short walk to the beach, having our boats out back, fully equipped house, the pool is amazing, no need to load up on beach toys and chairs bc they have it all! The home is beautiful and easy to be comfortable and feel at home and room for everyone! All of us were sad to leave this place!
I’ve been searching for words to describe this property. The only one I can find is Exceptional! Exceeded our expectation. Beautiful house, well stocked, something for everyone. We have stayed in many rental properties in Florida and North Carolina. This is the only one that the whole group agreed upon being the best we’ve ever been to and hopefully can come back to again. Fishing from the dock and the private beach were good, beachcombing was good, the pool was awesome and the grandchildren were wore out every night! Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us. I could go on and on about the property. Can’t wait to return!
Aaron C.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 June 2024
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed and hope to see you again. Have a great summer
Lesley
We booked our stay a while ago and had been looking forward to a week away from the New England winter for quite some time. There were no regrets or letdown.
It's true, the pictures don't give the full experience. The grounds are immaculate - even when some of the surrounding properties are still struggling to recover from the hurricane last fall. The house and furnishings are high quality - comfortable beds, quality sheets, ample towels, well stocked kitchen, beach chairs, basic fishing poles, incredibly comfortable couches, numerous seating areas, poolside furniture, pool toys.....it felt like a home away from home that was done just right.
We typically spend most of our vacation hanging at the beach, walking up and down The Key on the beach, searching for sharks teeth with little time in the house. This location was great. It's a pleasant 2 mile walk all the way up to North Beach that you can do on the beach. However, the red tide was pretty rough this year (first time in a while). We were only able to a couple of days at the beach right across the street. Instead, we were pleased to have the perfect setup with the large pool and patio - hours of just sitting outside. Yes, you do get some bugs after sunset down by the pool. They aren't as bad on the elevated decks that are right off the living room/kitchen area. We spent most days with the AC off and the enormous sliders wide open to the decks. Sunrise was perfectly viewed off the back deck just to the side of the dock and across Lemon Bay.
The sleeping arrangements were also great for two families - main master suite and a secondary master suite on the main floor. A two full size bed suite that the older girls slept in - bathroom with shower. Lower level was great for the younger boys - bunk room and a queen size bedroom serviced by a full bath.
No complaints and I can't give enough praise. Hope to go back next year!
Upon arrival, my group was struck by the beautiful landscaping and greenery along the drive. Pictures of the home that are listed are accurate but did not do the house justice. It was beautiful, comfortable and had a florida/beach vibe. This is exactly what we were looking for.
The home was well stocked with necessary kitchen items, lots of towels and a very nice laundry facility. Beach chairs and towels were provided. Fishing poles and basic tackle were provided. The beds and linens were high quality and very comfortable.
We had 5 adults and 4 teenagers. The layout of the home provided 3 different living room areas for everyone to spread out and have their own space. We rented bicycles that allowed our boys to ride the mile or so to the public beaches on either side of us.
The pool area was phenomenal! The water was a refreshing temperature. There were opportunities for both sun and shade with plenty of places to lounge.
The beach is also very nice. While there was a lot of sea weed in the water, we found a variety of shells and shark teeth. The beach is very private. We were one of two groups on the beach during our stay. We prefer the slower pace of this area.
One of the highlights of this property is the balcony on the main level that faces the pool and the bay. We have stayed many places and this was the only stay where our group enjoyed evenings on the balcony having a drink and visiting. Just make sure you bring some bug spray. ;)
We will definitely be back!!
This place is paradise. The listing just does not do this place justice, you have to see it to believe it. The location was prime, perfect for our family who does not like the crowds and enjoyed some privacy. The pool was amazing, and the PRIVATE beach was just a short walk across the street. We loved it so much, we are most likely booking again already for next year. We had 6 adults and 4 kids, fit us perfectly. House is also stocked with everything you need, other than food lol. Communication with owners was perfect and quick as well. Great Job!!!! Thank you.
We just got home today and I wanted to write a review on this property it was amazing inside and out! The beach is conveniently a walk across the street and down the path. We loved how this house was layed out, we had 10 people staying in the house and this house is so big we were able to have our own space. We seen stingrays and all kinds of fish off the private dock and caught alot of catfish. And if your looking to find sharks teeth.....that won't disappoint either! We found a TON!!!! Several good restaurants right down the street. We had a 17 month old and she loved being out on the upper deck, the staircase was blocked so we didn't have to worry about her. So if your thinking about this property.....It will NOT disappoint!!!
Our family and our elderly parents rented this house during April vacation and it was everything we hoped it would be and more! The house is beautifully decorated and so well equipped and stocked with essentials. The landscape and pool were gorgeous and we spent lots of time at the beach across the street. We rented a boat and kept it at the house at the private dock. One of ou best vacations!!!
The house was perfect. The pool was perfect. Walking across the street to the quiet beach was fantastic. Plenty of room for everyone to have space. The entire family completely enjoyed our stay. Talking about going back next year
Three families each had their own separate spaces while the shared spaces made being together easy. The kitchen area is immense and super well equipped. The pool area great for fun. The grill area and dining area very enjoyable
This is a well appointed high end property, but not stuffy or fussy. Still has that Old Florida charm that is so hard to find any more. Location is second to none- beach is across the street and the Intercoastal is right off the dock in back (equipped with a lift and fish light!). The kitchen is unreal... coming from a former pro. The Property Manager helped my family through an exceptionally tough and unexpected time. She was available (and beyond helpful) at times that only true professionals would be picking up their phone (THANK YOU -L!).
If 6-stars were available...
This house is amazing - definitely one of the best VRBO houses we've rented. It is beautifully decorated, has tons of space (including 2 family rooms), and has a gorgeous pool and backyard. We brought our boat, which was great because we had it at the house's dock the entire time. Private beach access is right across the street. Only problem is that there is so much tropical vegetation on the path to the beach that there are tons of mosquitoes, so we had to spray up with bug spray just to make it through to the beach. The beach is narrow, but serene and isolated. We were usually the only ones there. And there are a ton of shark teeth to be collected. Kids had a blast.
Our family spent a glorious week at this beautiful home on Manasota Key. Spacious, tons of gathering areas (inside and out), great kitchen, lovely landscaping, an elevator that made the trip easier for our older family members, stunning view of the bay and a serene pool that was enjoyed by everyone. The property manager responded promptly to all questions. We had a blast!
Heather H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
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Hosted by Lesley Hare
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