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This cottage is a 2 bedroom(s), 2 bathrooms, located in Englewood, FL.

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Enjoy casual meals at the attractive new cottage-style dining set
Absolutely breathtaking sunsets on the beach!
Just steps to post-card perfect Manasota Key beach! Walkable to lots to do! Villa Mimosa has many happy repeat guests!!
All new bed linens
New full-size sofa sleeper in family room

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 669.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Englewood, FL
  • Englewood Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Stump Pass Beach State Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Blind Pass Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Venice, FL (VNC-Venice Municipal)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Living room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

This cottage is a 2 bedroom(s), 2 bathrooms, located in Englewood, FL.

Located on Manasota Key, Villa Mimosa is an adorable 2-bedroom cottage only 1 minute walk to our amazing beach! 5-minute walk to Stump Pass! One bedroom with king bed, 2nd bedroom has full bed & twin bed, plus sofa sleeper in family room. 2 small bathrooms. Free shared use of kayaks. Swim spa with waterfall & massage therapy jets in common area. 1 car parking spot. no visitor parking. No pets. No smoking. Low-key quiet respectful vacationers as this is a nice beach area.
PROPERTY & SAFETY RULES:
--our housekeeper has a SEVERE pet allergy so we cannot accept any animals. we have common areas she needs to be at.

- - kids must be 6 & older AND ALSO must be able to swim well in order to stay in this property. Kids must be supervised at all times. No lifeguard on duty - swim at your own risk. No horseplay. No diving, jumping or flipping. SHALLOW WATER. Pool & common area hours: 10 a.m. to sunset. No night swimming. Common area close at dark. Strict neighborhood noise ordinance in place at night. Follow all posted pool & common area rules. Keep pool gate doors tightly closed. Kids must always be supervised by responsible Adult

- Registered guests only. No visitor parking. 1 Parking spot per place. no oversized vehicles. use parking permit hangtag. Absolutely no pets. No smoking or vaping inside and no smoking outside anywhere on our grounds. Drive very slowly on our tiny street - 5 mph. . Low-key, quiet respectful vacationers only. Must be 25 years old or older or staying with parents to stay here.

- we use a professional pest control service. Florida has a tropical climate, and it is possible to see bugs inside despite our best efforts. Please keep windows/doors tightly closed & keep place clean & tidy with food tightly closed to prevent pests.

- $350 fine for evidence of smoking and for pet violations & face immediate eviction.

- -KAYAKS: if kayaks are provided at this site under the property description, here are kayak rules: free shared use of 2 kayaks to explore Lemon Bay (not for use in ocean). carry kayaks - do not drag. 1 person per kayak. Stay close to shore and do not use in windy conditions. LIFE JACKETS REQUIRED. - our entrance to use the 2 kayaks is at the end of Sand Dollar Lane where the ground gently slopes in between two trees on lemon Bay. 1 person per kayak. Must be 21 years old or older to use kayaks (no exceptions). no kids on kayaks. (THE CANAL ACROSS STREET -- & ALL DOCKS - DO NOT BELONG TO US - NEIGHBORS SENSITIVE) We reserve right to replace kayaks with another amenity if we notice unsafe use by guests.

** LIABILITY WAIVER: By renting this property, you understand swimming and use of kayaks are at your own risk. All posted pool and kayak rules must be followed for the safety and enjoyment of all. No lifeguards on duty. Pool gate door must always be tightly latched. Swimming pool closes at sunset. No night swimming. Kids must be supervised at all times by adult in the pool and Lemon Bay areas. Life jackets must be worn to use kayaks. Kayaks need to stay close to shore and not be use in windy or rainy weather. Kayaks can only be used in Lemon Bay - but not in ocean. You agree to be fully responsible for any accidents you may incur. You agree to waive any claim whatsoever against owner for accidents or claims arising from swimming or kayak use. By renting this property, guests hereby agree to hold owners harmless against any and all claims, damages or causes of action for damages arising from injury to persons or property, or loss of life sustained in or about the rental property by any person or persons whatsoever. The renter further agrees that the owners shall not be liable for any personal injuries or damages to any goods, wares, or property regardless of how such injuries or damages may be caused, or whether resulting from acts of negligence. We are professional hosts with nearly two decades of hospitality experience and numerous happy repeat guests with glowing reviews.

- Reservations are non-changeable & can't be canceled for refund for any reason including weather ( beyond the time period specified at time of reservation on your listing site). We highly recommend obtaining travel insurance for peace of mind if you are worried about making your trip.

AMENITIES:
Each of our places has a free high-speed WIFI and all premium movie channels included free! Beach towels, folding beach chairs, Sand toy set & all linens provided. Charcoal grills (guest to provide own charcoal)
Free use of our laundry room in between Casa Pina Colada at 115 Friendship Lane & Casa Sangria at 117 friendship lane. Free shared use of swim spa with waterfall and massage therapy jets in Courtyard pool area.
Keurig-style coffee maker & we also offer traditional coffee maker. LIke hotels - we supply "starter supplies" - toilet paper, folded paper towels, sample size coffee, tea, etc. to get you going -- then there's a DollarTree nearby or grocery stores if you want additional supplies. No smoking inside or outside anywhere on premises as we wish to provide a healthy environment for all. No pets. Registered guests only. Please keep noise to a normal conversation level as this is a nice quiet beach community and you will sleep well. Swim spa hours 10 AM to sunset.
We have many happy repeat guests we are proud to say.
Enjoy!
Our wonderful housekeeper & reliable handyman live close by if you have an issue. We have a very thorough guest guide binder in family room with very helpful cottage & area information - please be sure to review at arrival to get the most out of your vacation experience. Please contact us with any issues.
We absolutely love our location because we are on a cute, quiet island street with friendly guests & neighbors. It is quiet & relaxing so you will sleep well! You can easily walk four different directions to the Key's biggest draws - just 1 minute to our great beach which doesn't get crowded & 1 minute walk opposite way to use the Kayaks in pretty Lemon Bay waters. We are beyond lucky to have Stump Pass State Beach Park as a neighbor! Just 5 minute walk to this nature preserve! Many of our guests LOVE to walk down our beach to the free beach yoga classes & popular watersports rentals - jet ski, sunset cruises, boat rentals, SUPs, Parasailing, deep sea fishing, etc. Only 8 minute walk to fun island night life with 5 popular Key restaurants offering live tropical music!
You will be provided with a code to front door which works on your dates - super easy and no need to worry about keys!
- NOTE: TV's typically "ON" at arrival
Rental car is the best, easiest, least expensive way to get to and from Manasota Key (unless you are driving your own car). We have a good bike rental option in our guest guide & we are walkable to the beach and lots to do once you arrive. have fun!

Property manager

Amy
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Outdoor space
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
- - HEALTH & SAFETY RULE: our housekeeper has a SEVERE pet allergy so we cannot accept any animals. we have common areas she needs to be at.
Before booking this property -Guests agree to read, understand and adhere to the Liability Waiver at the end of our Listing Description
- $350 fine for evidence of smoking and for pet violations & face immediate eviction.

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
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Englewood

Located in Englewood, this cottage is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Englewood Beach and Caspersen Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Englewood Recreation Center or CoolToday Park.
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Englewood, FL

What's nearby

  • Englewood Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Lemon Bay - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Stump Pass Beach State Park - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Blind Pass Beach - 8 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Lemon Bay Park - 11 min drive - 8.5 km

Getting around

  • Punta Gorda Airport (PGD) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Flounders Restaurant & Tiki Bar - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Lock & Key Restaurant & Pub - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Lickity Split Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Farlows On The Water - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does This cottage is a 2 bedroom(s), 2 bathrooms, located in Englewood, FL. have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is This cottage is a 2 bedroom(s), 2 bathrooms, located in Englewood, FL. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at This cottage is a 2 bedroom(s), 2 bathrooms, located in Englewood, FL.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at This cottage is a 2 bedroom(s), 2 bathrooms, located in Englewood, FL.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is This cottage is a 2 bedroom(s), 2 bathrooms, located in Englewood, FL. located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Englewood Beach and Lemon Bay. Stump Pass Beach State Park is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) away.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 143 out of 183 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 183 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 183 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 183 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 183 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

JoAnn C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Little cottage getaway
At first we didn't know what to expect. Once inside there is a cozy cottage atmosphere. Great set up for a small family. Several amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love this spot
This was my fifth time staying here. Amy and her team all do an amazing job. It has everything you need for a beach trip. Clean, comfortable, close to the beach, great little pool, bay views, beach chairs, umbrellas, coolers, grills, and I love the screened in porch. I’ve gone with friends and I’ve been with family, everyone has loved it. Looking forward to getting back soon! Thanks for a beautiful vacation spot!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanksgiving 2024
We were actually at a property in Venice Beach, a house with private pool. It was very nicely decorated and so comfortable. Close to everything. We had a blast.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach Cottage
We really enjoyed our stay. Everything was as advertised.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great time
Everything was great only thing it needed to have was a tv in the master bedroom
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot in Manasota Key
The cottage was a perfect place to enjoy the beauty and peacefulness of manasota key. Everything was as described; just perfect. And a bonus was the other vacationers in the small complex were wonderful and friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen or Rita

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Wonderful people and fantastic spot
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trysta C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Father's Day Trip
We had an amazing time and I plan on coming back again soon with my husband. Excellent location and everything was perfect. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerry L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
We were very pleased with the location of this property. The amenities offered were great as well. We will defintly recommend this property to others and remember it for future visits!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tanya W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach getaway
What a sweet little piece of paradise! Everything was so clean and the extra amenities were so thoughtful. We would love to stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arleigh G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great!
Clean, cool and comfortable!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Don H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place, clean and roomy!
We really enjoyed the stay at this place. Easy access to ocean, Bay Area to Kayak and bars and restaurants. We will stay at this place again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful clean place. Thank you for everything
Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mack S., Sharpsburg, GA, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great value! Great place! Great location!
Very clean and super cold a/c!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything You Need!
Just an awesome little place to stay for a get away. Will book again soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect and all the beach supplies were great
Beds were very comfortable shower beautiful Nice pool
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

TODD M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet getaway
As advertised! Neat, well furnished, great location!! Check-in/out was a breeze. One block to beach, one block to bay. VERY quiet and relaxing!! Definitely recommend and will stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

JOANNE F.

Great location
Beautifully decorated.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

JOANNE F.

Beautiful property
Great location and is very up to date.this is our second year staying at the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Haley H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful beach stay!
This is a great place for a small family to stay. Great location and easy access to the beach. Just a very short walk. Our stay was quiet, cozy and clean. We had a small issue with the couch when we first arrived but the property manager had it fixed quickly. We would definitely recommend and stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Anne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Getaway with friends
Cute bungalow Weather wasn't good but was nice anyway
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elsa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pleasant
Excelent place
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jack H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Florida beach getaway
It was so conveniently located to the shops, beaches and restaurants. It offered outside recreational area including a pool. We enjoyed our stay very much. Harris family.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nina G., Berlin, Germany

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Spot in Paradise
Beautiful Location, calm and very cozy. Cottage was fully equipped and everything was very clean. We loved to stay there and felt very recovered from daily challenges. Best recommendation.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Thomas C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy
The property description wasn't accurate
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by Amy

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My most treasured memories from childhood are of our sunny Florida beach vacations to visit grandparents with my parents, two sisters, and cousins. I created blue starfish beach resort's casual island vibe to bring back memories of those care-free vacations of childhood, yet with all of the modern amenities & comforts today's families love. I am absolutely obsessed with constantly improving our guests' vacation experience. I have more than a decade experience with vacation home rentals in southwest Florida so you know you will be in very good care during your sun-filled, fun-filled stay. I am proud to say we have numerous happy repeat guests and I'd like you to become a blue starfish VIP too!

Why they chose this property

My husband Frank grew up visiting charming Manasota Key beaches with grandparents. We searched for MANY years to find the PERFECT LOCATION on the Key that our family would love & our guests would love. blue starfish beach resort was absolutely worth the wait - just 1 minute walk to both our stunning beach & serene Lemon Bay, 5 minute walk to our local treasure - Stump Pass State Beach Park (We are extremely fortunate to be in this top- rated Park's neighborhood!) & only 8 minute stroll down our beach to our favorite local restaurants with live tropical music. All new furnishings throughout done by our ultra-talented interior designer, Villa Mimosa has MANY happy repeat guests year after year!
My family really loves we can walk to casual Sandbar Restaurant & Tiki Bar - we can enjoy the bands while the kids are highly entertained in our close view with fun sand games appealing to all ages. We also love the very popular free yoga classes on the beach across from Sandbar & reasonably-priced watersports rentals nearby. A number of area beaches 'disappear' during high-tide we learned, so we carefully chose a beach location with plentiful sand in all tides that never gets very crowded despite dazzling sunsets & stunning shoreline. Our beach is one of the best places on earth to find the pre-historic sharks teeth the area is famous for! We consider it a best-kept secret in must-see vacation destinations!

What makes this property unique

Beyond one of the best locations on the Key, our very talented interior designer has created Villa Mimosa & our neighboring beach villas that look straight out of the pages of 'Coastal Living' magazine. Our 6 quaint, private beach villas are tastefully designed so guests can fully escape everyday life and become an island native in an enticing relaxed environment. We have added every free amenity we could dream up to make our guests' stay special
including attractive new courtyard pool with glass-tiled waterfall feature, free outdoor Ping-Pong area, self-serve Tiki Bar, patio conversation seating & dining, free WIFI, free parking, ALL premium movie channels free on our new high def LED Samsung flat screens, beach chairs, beach umbrella, beach towels, popular board games, book library, laundry room, gourmet cottage kitchen with gorgeous granite counters, all new stainless steel appliances, new sofa sleepers, and all new furnishing throughout! We offer both traditional coffee maker plus Keurig with a couple starter pods.
* Appealing brand new heated, courtyard swimming pool with massage therapy jets & glass-tiled waterfall in common patio area - enjoy! Low-key, respectful vacationers welcome. This is a nice, quiet, upscale beach community - you will sleep well and enjoy this very relaxing, peaceful island escape.

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