At this cottage you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Lemon Bay and 2.9 km (1.8 mi) from Blind Pass Beach. .Accommodation features a washing machine, free WiFi and a patio. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a Smart TV and a coffee/tea maker are also available. .Spend the day at the beach where you'll find sunloungers, and enjoy the on-site gym. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a garden and gas grills.
Stump Pass Beach State Park - 16 min drive - 12.3 km
Venice Beach - 23 min drive - 19.7 km
Caspersen Beach - 23 min drive - 20.4 km
Getting around
Punta Gorda Airport (PGD) - 57 min drive
Restaurants
Englewood Moose Lodge #1933 - 14 min drive
The Original Word of Mouth - Englewood - 14 min drive
Dunkin' - 15 min drive
Pasty Shop - 14 min drive
Englewood Billiards & Brew - 14 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Private Gulf Beach-4 BRs- Luxury Cottage, Pet Friendly-Kayaks & SUPs-Grill
Charming Private Beach in one of the last remaining “Old Florida” regions of the Gulf Coast on North Manasota Key at the start of Canopy Drive, Pet Friendly, 4 Bedroom (sleeps 9) On Lemon Bay w 100’ walk to Private Beach with Large Screened Porch and Boat Dock, free Kayaks and SUPs, Across the Street and 1 minute walk to full-access miles of Private Beach, best shark tooth hunting on the Gulf, and Fishing from the dock or beach. Watch Manatees from your private dock, or daily dolphin sightings on the beach, or see Sea Turtles nest or their baby turtles hatch May-September. 10 Minutes to 4 Restaurants and live music, Easy Uber Eats or Door Dash delivery location, Publix Grocery Store Home Delivery Location, Remote Work Ready, 50 Minutes from Sarasota Airport (75 minutes from Fort Myers airport) via Uber/Lyft. Located in the last remaining "Old Florida" region, with bounding Flora and Fauna in a truly subtropical rainforest on Canopy Drive that surrounds this charming cottage which boasts the largest Banyon Tree in the state of Florida as determined by the Florida Forestry Department. Great fishing off your own dock or the beach, pet friendly, remote work ready with 2 bedrooms plus dining room with desk size table and chairs and stable comcast internet. Parking right outside your front door. If all of your travel dates are not available for this cottage, consider staying across the street at a smaller 1-2 bedroom beachfront suite to compliment your stay in this cozy and charming cottage....see this property description here: http://www.vrbo.com/2660770?unitId=3231446
2 shared Kayaks and 2 Stand Up Paddle Boards are provided for shared guest use free of charge. Beach chairs, umbrellas, a hammock, and a gas grill make this a place very easy to settle into upon arrival. Everything you need for a beach vacation is provided - beach chairs, umbrellas, shark tooth hunting equipment, 2 fishing poles, Kayaks, and paddle boards. Bring your boat, if desired, or rent one for your stay, and leave it on the dock out your back door for easy access.
Please note re Pricing and Capacity: There is a $200 pet fee to cover extra cleaning costs. The published base price per night is competitively priced for parties of 6, similar in cost structure with other 3 bedroom smaller properties on Manasota Key. Beyond 6 guests there is a $50 per person per night additional charge to fairly price the property's use of all 4 bedrooms and associated costs at rates consistent with larger 4 bedroom house rentals on the Key, with a maximum price of $600 per night. If you have a larger party of 9, we will guarantee you a maximum price of $600 per night (our max nightly rate for 8 people, not inclusive of guest fees and taxes), and will refund any amount calculated by VRBO's automatic per person pricing algorithm immediately upon booking with us for parties of 9. If this pricing structure is beyond your budget, please feel free to inquire with us, and we may be able to make further adjustments for last minute bookings. We work on the honor system in terms of reporting accurately the number of guests and pets staying at the property, and hope you will honor our honor system approach to pricing this property in a way that attempts to meet the budgets of different sized parties and families.
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
In-room accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Meal delivery service
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a zoo
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the sea
On the waterfront
Things to do
Bicycles
Boat
Golf
Gym
Kayak
Paddleboard
Table tennis
Tennis
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hunting nearby
Motor boating nearby
Parasailing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Swimming nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Bicycles
Garden
Unit size: 1,600 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please start all sheets in a single load on speed wash the morning of your departure.
If you have towels you are done with the night before and can start a towel load and move it to the dryer, the cleaners will “love” you but it is not required.
If not all pots and pans don’t fit in a single dishwasher load, please wash any extras by hand. The cleaners will unload all washed items in the dishwasher and put them away.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
Additional Guest Fees beyond 5 persons pay an additional $75 pp per night of their stay with you.
Additional day time visitors using the privately shared access to the beach are limited to two additional visitors and one extra vehicle.
Pets
Pets are welcome
Maximum 2 pets
Restrictions apply
For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals are exempt from fees.
Note from host: Dogs must be leased while going to and from beach.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
Long-term renters welcome
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 and a deadlock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.
We should mention
To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.
Frequently asked questions
Are there any beaches close to Private Gulf Beach-4 BRs- Luxury Cottage, Pet Friendly-Kayaks & SUPs-Grill?
Yep, Private Gulf Beach-4 BRs- Luxury Cottage, Pet Friendly-Kayaks & SUPs-Grill is on Manasota Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and parasailing. You can also find motor boats.
Does Private Gulf Beach-4 BRs- Luxury Cottage, Pet Friendly-Kayaks & SUPs-Grill have a pool?
No, this cottage doesn't have a pool.
Is Private Gulf Beach-4 BRs- Luxury Cottage, Pet Friendly-Kayaks & SUPs-Grill family-friendly?
You bet! With amenities such as a playground, laundry facilities and travel cots, it's no surprise that Private Gulf Beach-4 BRs- Luxury Cottage, Pet Friendly-Kayaks & SUPs-Grill is a winner with our family travellers.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Private Gulf Beach-4 BRs- Luxury Cottage, Pet Friendly-Kayaks & SUPs-Grill?
No, Private Gulf Beach-4 BRs- Luxury Cottage, Pet Friendly-Kayaks & SUPs-Grill does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at Private Gulf Beach-4 BRs- Luxury Cottage, Pet Friendly-Kayaks & SUPs-Grill?
Check-in begins at 5:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Steven M.
7 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice house with everything advertised. Clean. Very nice get away. Gulf beach very nice! Owner responsive with accurate information. Would definitely stay again.
Steven M.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ben O.
27 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
We will be back!
This was one of our favorite stays EVER. You have the paradise of the Bay on one side and the beach on the other! We fished off the dock and caught tons of catfish. Then by simply crossing the beach road, we entered the beach and the water was turquoise and the temperature of bath water! We found so many shark teeth and beautiful shells. One of my fav things to do every day was to hop on the bicycle and stroll down the beach road admiring the beautiful homes and the lizards scuttling by. Evan was a wonderful host and has so many extras to share including umbrellas and chairs for the beach. Even beach towels and sunscreen! This was true paradise.
Ben O.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sherry S.
24 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful place !!
We enjoyed our stay so much! Just right for us with short walks to the Beach and Bay, peaceful back porch and comfy beds. It is a beautiful and clean house in the trees. Evan is a helpful host with great communication. We hope to go back again.
Sherry S.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Maiju P.
17 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Had a great family vacation. We spent lots of time on the beach & fishing off the dock. We were especially grateful for your turtle education thank you for letting us partake in that.
Maiju P.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Steve B.
2 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay in manasota
We were extremely happy with our stay and Evan as our host. He went out of his way to make sure everything went smoothly including helping us find all the beach amenities. The house was excellent and just what we needed, just a short walk across the road to the beach. We would definitely stay here again!
Steve B.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
8/10 Good
Marina D.
26 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Very good house at one block from the beach and facing the lagoon
The house is very nice and very clean!
It has all that you need to have a comfortable stay!
The owner i lives across the street and he’s very helpful if you need something.
The house is crossing the street on the lagoon side and you have to walk for a small path on the side of the ownershouse to reach the beach
The beach is very, very nice!
We had a very good stay!
Marina D.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Stephanie M.
26 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome!
Great locations and beautiful beach!
Stephanie M.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Christine L.
15 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Spot!
The access of the beach and the dock make this a very special spot. We had a great stay and will definitely be back. Our kids loved the paddle boards on the beach, which was never crowded. The a/c worked great too which was another big plus! We saw bunnies every morning from the porch. I would recommend!
Christine L.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ellen S.
21 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Visiting Grandma
We visited Grandma who lives nearby for her 88th birthday. We loved the size of the house which was perfect for 5 adults. Our daughter loved sitting on the veranda each morning with a good book and a cup of coffee. The house was so peaceful, private and beautifully nestled amongst the tropical fauna. It was amazing to be just a quick walk to the beach on the Gulf. Even better was that there were beach chairs, umbrellas, and sand sifters available for our use. My son and husband were like little boys searching for shark teeth each day. The paddle boards were great as well. We felt so at home there and we would definitely be visiting again. Maybe next year for Grandma’s 89th.
Ellen S.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Dee S.
16 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and Relaxing
Every year I meet my sisters-in-law for a Florida beach mini-vacation. We choose a different destination every time, and in 9 years this was the most peaceful and relaxing vacation yet. It's that beach! WOW! Not only is it beautiful, but it is not crowded! I enjoyed lazing in the hammock listening to the waves and just relaxing. It was the perfect beach activity.
The cottage was very nice. It was clean, comfortable, and welcoming. We loved hanging out on the enclosed patio in the mornings and evenings, enjoying the sounds of nature. The property itself is spectacular. It's like living in a tropical forest.
Evan was such a great host. He put together a binder with all the important information for guests, which can be found on the coffee table. It was extremely thorough and answered any questions we might have had. He also included many recommendations that were very helpful with dinner options. We took his advice, and every meal we had was delicious.
Evan recommended checking out the drum circle at Englewood Beach, and that turned out to be one of the highlights of our stay. We got there early so we could find a parking spot, and walked across the street for dinner afterwards. It was a unique and special experience.
The three of us had a nice, relaxing stay, and that's what beach vacations are all about. We would definitely go there again, and we're trying to talk our husbands into joining us next time. Thank you, Evan!
Dee S.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Vickie L., Oviedo
6 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation
The Cottage was very clean, roomy and had everything we needed! What a great relaxing getaway. Fishing , beaching and found lots of sharks teeth. Walk down the short path to dock and beach. Enjoyed the paddle boards and was also kayaks, chairs, umbrellas and skim boards on premises. Back patio screened is was great for relaxation with beautiful view. We will definitely be back for another stay! Amazing Cottage! Thank you Evan.
Vickie L.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Tracy S., South Daytona, Florida
17 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Best of both worlds
This property has the best of both worlds. There is river access behind the home and beach access right across the road. We had plenty of towels, beach equipment and space to spread out. My husband fished off the dock on the river every morning. We spoent everyday at the beach. The kitchen is well equipped and we did eat all of our meals at the property except one dinner out. My family from Colorado came to stay with us and we all had such a great vacation.
Tracy S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Michelle C.
12 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely wonderful
Our family enjoyed this home more than any of our previous rentals. The owners have thought of everything (towels, beach chairs, kayaks, paddle boards). The location is perfect for a quiet vacation. We loved having access to the beach and lemon bay. Really wish we could have stayed longer.
Michelle C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Denise C., Allen Park
5 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Vacation on the Gulf of Mexico
It was the perfect location for our family. It was a quiet area with access to Lemon Bay and the beach on the Gulf of Mexico. We spent a lot of our time hanging out on the beach, hunting for shark teeth & shells (we found 135 teeth), wading in the water, and watching the Egrets and sandpipers. We saw a pair of dolphins swim by and 2 sea turtles. The cottage was clean, updated, and well cared for. We used the kayaks on the calm water of Lemon Bay. It was a perfect vacation.
Denise C.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Susan S.
18 Feb 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Location, location, location
Manasota Key is a little slice of heaven. This barrier island is a preserved piece of “Old Florida”. The few condos and motels are at the south end of the island along with some great restaurants. Cross the bridge north or south and there are grocery stores and anything else you would need. This rental home is roomy and private. 2BR/1Bath on each side of the house make it perfect for multiple groups. A short walk across the road leads you to a wonderful private beach. The property owner, Evan, goes above and beyond to ensure the comfort and privacy of his guests. I would give this rental a very positive recommendation!
Susan S.
Stayed 49 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Connie T.
3 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas vacay
Perfect location for our annual family Christmas vacation—cycling in the morning, beach in the afternoon. We are all adults, so it was nice not to have to assign someone to a bunkbed—all king and queens in the bedrooms. Access to the private beach is just across the street, and there are plenty of beach chairs available. ( Evan even had sand sifters for the search of shark’s teeth.) The house was in a very relaxing, beautiful location, and we highly recommend it!
Connie T.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Nicole F.
11 Dec 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay!
Our family of 4 (2 adults and 4-year-old twins) stayed here for the Thanksgiving holiday. It was great. For some reason it felt much bigger than we were expecting—open layout helped this, I think. Bedroom w king bed was very spacious and perfect for us.
Communication w Evan was super easy. He even mailed us a family heirloom necklace that was left by accident—thank you!!! Access to the beach across the street was really easy and lovely. So much fun looking for shark teeth!
One thing we hadn’t realized (or at least didn’t remember from booking and may be relevant if you’re traveling w small kids) is that there is not a bath tub. Showers are both nice but it was an adjustment for our kids to not take a bath. The outside shower was the novelty that they loved though so it worked out just fine!
No negatives to report from us! Loved our stay.
Nicole F.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Sheri S., Elkhart, Indiana
5 Dec 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay!!
We loved staying at the cottage!! The location was perfect with access to the bay and the beach!
Sheri S.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
25 Nov 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Manasota Beach
This is a great property, and the owner Evan was a pleasure to work with and very responsive. Thoroughly enjoyed our time on the beach!
Verified traveller
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Brandi S.
11 Nov 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
Very easy to communicate with. Would highly recommend!!!
Brandi S.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
merrisa p.
9 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Beach Paradise!
What a great time!!!! Our family of four has been coming to this area for the last couple of years to enjoy the quiet beach paradise and collect fossils and shark teeth. Most days we had the entire strip of beach to ourselves! The home had EVERYTHING we could have needed and was very clean. The neighborhood is safe and quiet. Our host even had all that we could need for the beach sifters, umbrellas, etc. Any small issues we had our host responded very quickly. I don't think we will be staying anywhere else but here from now on!! We have truly found a vacation paradise!!
merrisa p.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Donna H.
7 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Hidden gem
Great place to stay. Beach is so close. Owner goes above and beyond. Will definitely stay again
Donna H.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Vanessa S., Plantation
2 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
We LOVE this place!
Everything about this long weekend was great! Evan was amazing with communication and thorough with information. The home is tucked away and very quiet, with a quick walk to the bay or beach. We literally felt like we were on a private island! The home is cozy and Evan has included small details to make the stay so convienant: soap, towels, shampoo/conditioner, hand soap, trash bags, sheets, beach supplies...etc. The beach is just breath-taking and there are not many people. We loved that we could bring the pups and will definitely be back!!
Vanessa S.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Aldo G.
15 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Very Relaxing place
If you are looking to go somewhere to relax and get away from the hustle and bustle of society. This is the place. Clean, comfortable, cozy and has everything you need to detach and relax.
Aldo G.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Carolyn C., Inverness FL
26 Jul 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Secluded yet close to stores ...
Much needed vacation for my family. Though we live in Florida (on a lake) we wanted beach time. My grandkids joined us on this trip along with my 2 German Shepherds. Evan (owner) was very attentive and the response to my questions were immediate. We did fish of the dock (Lemon Bay) didn't catch anything. Beach was beautiful. Every day was gorgeous. We rented a boat thru Sandbarz Boat LLC, ask for Stephanie. Saw dolphins in Lemon Bay. Every picture you see online is exactly how the home is in person. You will get sand on everything, so the outside shower is a plus! As a property manager myself, I know property & location is everything. This HOME has it all. You will enjoy your stay. Thanks Evan! We had FUN!