In prime Manasota Key beach location, our talented interior designer created an ultra-charming beach cottage with 3 bedrooms, granite kitchen, smart TV's, sofa sleeper. Walk only 1 minute until your toes are in Gulf of Mexico at delightfully uncrowded beach! 5 walk to Stump Pass. Longer walk or free shuttle to good restaurants with live music. Unwind in on-site Swim Spa with waterfall & massage therapy jets in common area. Spot dolphins with free Kayaks. Peaceful quiet island area. Get a Taste of CASA PINA COLADA: PREPARE TO FALL IN LOVE... with our posh 3-bedroom beach cottage called "Casa PIna Colada' in a prime location just steps to our gorgeous Manasota Key Beach! Start your day off at very popular Free Beach Yoga at Englewood Beach or enjoy your mimosa at our relaxing on-site tropical Swim Spa area. Launch our kayaks to explore picturesque Lemon Bay & take pictures of dolphins or manatee. Hike at Stump Pass State Beach Park - a natural wonderland & the area's #1 ranked attraction. Or just chill out on our wonderful beach to watch the waves roll by & forget your real-world worries in a flash! THIS IS A PRIME MANASOTA KEY LOCATION!!! - We are located on very desirable Manasota Key. Just steps to our wonderful beach! PRE-HISTORIC SHARK TOOTH CAPITAL & SENSATIONAL SUNSETS AWAIT: Hunt for pre-historic shark teeth at our beach just steps away. We are fortunate to be one of the best places on Earth to easily find these unique free souvenirs. Each evening, enjoy the absolutely spectacular beach sunsets with your favorite beverage. ARE YOU A FOODIE OR LIKE THE NIGHTLIFE? Hop on Stumpy's Free Shuttle to enjoy one of the Key's many excellent restaurants with live tropical music and fun nightlife. For fun nightlife we suggest Sandbar's Tiki Bar & awesome firepits, Waverly, or Lock n Key (hello Happy Hour drink specials!)- all of which often have live music. Longer 10-minute walk down our beach or quick drive with free parking or take Stumpy's Shuttle to the Key's 4 most popular restaurants with live tropical music. SWEET DREAMS & SOUND SLEEP... When you are finally ready to tuck into bed, you will sink into a plush new mattress with top quality cotton sheets and all new bed linens. Fall asleep to soothing waves or lullabies with relaxing new dream sound machines and sweetly dream of tomorrow's beach day. INTERIOR-DESIGNER CREATED GEM: Our talented designer created this very attractive 3-bedroom beach cottage with a granite kitchen, new dining set, comfortable family room with new sofa sleeper and new Smart TV. Free use of our community laundry room located next door. First bedroom features a king-size bed with new Smart TV, comfortable new mattress, new bed linens, and new dresser. Second bedroom is appointed with a dresser, a full bed and a twin bed. Cozy cute third bedroom has a full-size bed. Updated cottage bathroom with porcelain tiled shower is located in between the first and second bedroom - jack n jill style for greater convenience. We are delighted to offer new Smart TV's in both the family room and in the master bedroom. Our guests love the free shared use of all of the Blue Starfish Cottages amenities in the outdoor common areas. TONS OF FREE AMENITIES TO SAVE YOU MONEY: Enjoy free shared use of all Blue Starfish Cottages' common area amenities including Tropical Swim Spa with Massage Therapy Jets and Waterfall, Outdoor Ping-Pong, Self-serve Tiki Bar, Laundry Room and Deeded Beach Access to our wonderful, delightfully not-crowded ocean-side Beach -only a 2-minute quick walk! High-speed free WIFI. Each place has their own beach gear including folding beach chairs, beach umbrella, sand toy set, and beach towels. Charcoal grills (guest to provide own charcoal). Free use of our Laundry Room. We also both a Keurig-style coffee maker and also a traditional coffee maker. Like hotels - we supply "starter supplies" - toilet paper, folded paper towels, sample size coffee, tea, etc. to get you going. Stores are nearby if you want additional supplies. RELAX IN BLUE STARFISH COTTAGES' TROPICAL COMMON AREAS: Plenty of outdoor seating zones mean guests can spread out and enjoy the tropical island vibe with lots of privacy. Quiet relaxing grounds with colorful tropical plantings. Low-key quiet respectful vacationers only at Blue Starfish Cottages as we wish to provide a tranquil beach environment for all to truly relax. Plenty of patio tables in resort's common courtyard area with oversize thatched island-style patio umbrellas if you'd like to dine outside in the fresh Florida air. NEW BEDS & BEDDING FOR COMFORTABLE NIGHT'S SLEEP AT "CASA PINA COLADA" - Guests will enjoy new furnishings throughout in an upscale coastal, inviting décor. Our ultra talented interior designer created an attractive beach cottage with new very comfortable mattresses and new bed linens. OPEN-CONCEPT FAMILY ROOM/KITCHEN: Relax in inviting family room with new Smart TV. very comfortable queen-size sofa sleeper and new dining room set. Free use of community laundry room conveniently located next door. Cooking is a breeze in our very well-equipped granite kitchen with 4 burner range, full-size refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher, toaster, both Keurig-style and traditional style coffee makers, all utensils, dishes, cookware, spice rack, table with chairs. UPDATED BATHROOM: Updated bathroom with new vanity and porcelain tiled shower. New bath towels and pool towels provided. PARKING: 1 parking spot per place. (sorry no guest parking) SQUEAKY CLEAN ACCOMMODATIONS provided! The well-being of our guests & our team is our top priority. Rest assured in light of Covid, extra safety precautions were swiftly implemented by our caring team so you can relax and fully enjoy your well-deserved beach vacation. Our housekeeping team is top notch!! All surfaces are deep cleaned & sanitized prior to your arrival. VERY CONVENIENT TO BOTH BEACH, BAY, RESTAURANTS & LOTS TO DO ... Located on cute short quiet street, we enjoy one of the best locations on the South end of Manasota Key Just a two-minute quick walk until your toes area in the Gulf of Mexico in one of the best uncrowded beaches around! One minute walk the opposite way to picturesque Lemon Bay. Only a 5-minute walk to the number ranked local attraction of Stump Pass State Beach Park - a natural wonderland. Under a 10-minute walk to Free Beach Yoga & to popular Key restaurants for fun nightlife. Stumpy's Free Ride is a popular tip-based fun shuttle service to get around Key. LOTS OF FREE ON-SITE AMENITIES: Numerous free on-site amenities at Blue Starfish Cottages mean we provide exceptional value. Inviting swim spa in resort's common patio area with beautiful glass-tiled waterfall and relaxing massage therapy jets. Get your game on with addicting outdoor ping-pong. Save money and dine in with our 4 charcoal barbecue grills. 4 basic outdoor showers provide refreshing quick clean ups! Head to the beach with free beach gear for each beach cottage including beach towels, sand toy set, 2 beach chairs. Hunt for pre-historic shark's teeth the area is famous for (our beach is one of the best places on earth to find them - our kids have tons of them! They make great, unique free souvenirs. Relax at our self-serve Tiki Bar conversation area facing the stunning Blue Starfish Waterfall. Free use of our laundry room with front loading washer & dryers. NEIGHBORING ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS FOR FRIENDS & FAMILY: Blue Starfish Cottages offers 6 private cottages (similar to Condos) in a variety of sizes which share the popular common area amenities of Blue Starfish Cottages - deeded Beach access, free Kayaks, on-site Swim Spa with Waterfall/Massage Therapy Jets, Ping-Pong, tropical lounge chair areas and Free Laundry Room. Much more private than most vacation hotels & condos, each private villa has its own beach gear. Low-key vacationers only so if you have a bigger group you would need to book all 6 Blue Starfish Cottages so it doesn't interfere with other guests & it would need to be a respectful quiet group as we have sweet year-round neighbors who like a relaxing peaceful environment. MAKE YOURSELF AT HOME... Caring owners with more than a decade of hospitality experience. We treat guest like family! We have many happy repeat guests we are proud to say. Enjoy! ____________________________________________________________________ PROPERTY RULES TO KEEP EVERYTHING RUNNING SMOOTHLY & SAFELY: -- 4 p.m. CHECKIN (or after) & By 10 a.m. CHECKOUT. Sorry no early check in/late checkouts as our housekeepers need all the time to very thoroughly clean and do all the laundry. (If it happens to be ready a bit early - we contact you that afternoon) If you are in area early & for check-out day, we suggest the wonderful local restaurants; or Blind Pass Beach with free Day-time parking & changing areas or explore charming town centers of Historic Venice Ave or the smaller downtown Englewood. - BE RESPECTFUL... Our 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. Head to Key restaurants for fun nightlife:) - - POOL SAFETY 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. -- Registered guests only who are all named on the reservation. No visitor parking. Follow max occupancy on listing site. -- The specified rate you made your reservations under is the rate you pay - no matter if prices later fluctuate up or down. - Only 1 PARKING SPOT PER PLACE. Sorry no visitor parking - firm agreement with neighborhood on 1 parking spot per place. (Best to meet up at area restaurants or at the Public Beach with parking lots. No oversized vehicles or boats. Use parking permit hangtag. - Absolutely NO ANIMALS. Our housekeeper has a SEVERE pet allergy so we cannot accept any animals. We have common areas she needs to be. - NO SMOKING or vaping inside and no smoking outside anywhere on our grounds. - -- $350 fine for evidence of smoking and for pet violations & face immediate eviction. - Low-key, quiet respectful vacationers only. Must be 25 years old or older or staying with parents to stay here. -- PESTS: 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 always keep windows/doors tightly closed & keep place clean & tidy with food tightly closed to prevent pests. -- Friendly reminder signs are posted throughout property & are essential for safety, liability & instructional purposes to ensure a peaceful environment for all. - - 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 within 20 feet of closest shore and do not use in windy conditions. LIFE JACKETS REQUIRED. - Only 1 person per kayak. Must be 21 years old or older to use kayaks (no exceptions). no kids on kayaks. We reserve right to replace kayaks with another amenity if we notice unsafe use by guests. -- CANCELATION POLICY is specified on listing site when you make reservations. Reservations are non-changeable & can't be canceled for refund for any reason including weather and Red TIde conditions (beyond the time period specified at time of reservation on - your listing site). We highly recommend obtaining travel insurance - especially cancel for any reason insurance - for peace of mind if you are worried about making your trip. "Insure My Trip" and "Travel Guard" are popular options. Even with non-refundable policy - if there is a mandatory evacuation of this specific area you will be either offered an automatic change to the same dates for the following year. (for evacuation dates) -- or in some cases a refund of evacuation dates affected by evacuation within 90 days will be offered. ___________________________________________________________ ** STANDARD LIABILITY WAIVER: By renting this property, you understand swimming and use of kayaks are at your own risk. All posted pool rules, property rules, 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. * WELCOME! Guests have access to entire Casa Pina Colada beach cottage and to all on-site common-area amenities! *YOUR DOOR CODE: Your front door code which works on your dates is included in your welcome info emailed to you prior to your stay. After you make reservations, be on lookout for emails coming from "Beach Bound Escapes" - with arrival details including your door code. Please check your email spam file for emails coming from "Beach Bound Escapes" if you still aren't seeing it. * PARKING: Important- Only 1 car parking per place -no exceptions. (neighborhood firm rule). Sorry no boats or oversized vehicles & No visitor parking - please plan to meet up with friends/relatives at area restaurants or at the public beaches which have parking lots & changing areas. * YOUR PARKING SPOT: If facing cottage from street, park along the right side of Casa Pina Colada at 115 Friendship Lane * NOTE: TVs typically "on" at arrival. We have friendly reminder signs up throughout the property to ensure property rule compliance & to promote a peaceful safe relaxing environment for our nice community. ** REVIEW OUR SUPER HELPFUL GUEST GUIDE TO SUPER CHARGE YOUR VACAY: Please review Guest Guide binder & new online DIGITAL GUEST GUIDE offered prior to trip - with very cool "AI Trip Planner" free feature! It's like having your own free concierge! Please review Guest Guides with your group at onset of your stay as it will answer most questions & give you the best vacay experience:) Our fantastic housekeeper & reliable maintenance team live close by if an important issue comes up. We have a very thorough Guest Guide Binder in family room plus a cool Digital Guest Guide (link emailed to you in advance so you can start planning your trip right away) with lots of very helpful tips. Please be sure to review Guest Guide at arrival with your entire group to get the most out of your vacation, to review safety info/house rules & to answer most common questions. The new Digital Guest Guide has a very cool free "AI Trip Planner" feature that we just tried out and we think you will LOVE IT! Happy vacay planning:) Location, location, location! We offer the perfect Manasota Key beach location on a quiet cute island street. Low-key respectful guests only as this is a nice quiet beach community so you can sleep well. Walk in 4 different directions to stunning beach, picturesque Lemon Bay, nature wonderland of Stump Pass Park & fun island restaurants often with live music! Casa Pina Colada is part of the charming Blue Starfish Cottages with access to all amenities provided in common areas of Blue Starfish Cottages - yet it enjoys its own separate, private interior space. (similar to a nice condo beach community) ** Bringing your own car or renting a car is the most common way to get to and from Manasota Key. A free, easy bridge gets you quickly on and off beautiful Manasota Key. The south end bridge is the closest to us. ** If you prefer to not drive, you can use Uber/Lyft or Hosts can recommend a reliable airport pick up car service that our family uses. We have bike rental option in Guest Guide binder in family room. ** Stumpy's Free ride is a very popular, easy to use tip-based shuttle service to restaurants & around Manasota Key. ** Once you arrive, our nice spacious neighborhood beach is just a 2-minute quick walk! Lemon Bay only a 1-minute quick walk! Stump Pass State Beach Park is the #1 ranked local attraction & we are so lucky to be only a 5-minute walk to Stump Pass. A longer 8-minute walk to Englewood Public Beach to popular free beach yoga, 5 popular Key restaurants with live tropical music, big beach playground, reasonably priced water sports rentals - parasailing, sunset cruises etc.e We are professional hosts with nearly two decades of caring hospitality experience and numerous happy repeat guests with glowing reviews. This cottage is part of the Blue Starfish Cottages community and enjoys free shared use of all Blue Starfish common area amenities. FREE AMENITIES GALORE! Each of our places at Blue Starfish Cottages has a free high-speed WIFI and new Smart TV's. 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 our Tropical Courtyard pool area. Free use of fun self-serve Tiki Bar area. Plenty of comfy outdoor seating, lounge chairs, patio tables with island-vibe thatched Tiki umbrellas, & tropical plants will assure you that you are now officially on Island Time! Cheers! Free shared use of our 2 kayaks (for age 21 & up) to explore picturesque Lemon Bay. Dolphins often spotted & sometimes manatee and lots of interesting shorebirds. Coffee lovers we've got you covered with BOTH a Keurig-style coffee maker & a traditional coffee maker plus a tea kettle & blender to whip up your favorite beach beverage! Like hotels - we supply "starter supplies" - toilet paper, folded paper towels, sample size coffee, tea, etc. to get you going -- then there's a Dollar Tree nearby or grocery stores if you want additional supplies. We have many happy repeat guests we are proud to say. Enjoy!