Stunning Bay Waterfront!

Spectacular Lemon Bay views! Upstairs at Blue Island Inn, waterfront “Bella Vista” with Bay & Pool views! 2 bedrooms; kitchen & family room. Enjoy “Lemon Bay-front beach” in backyard. Low-key quiet vacationers. 1 car parking spot. No visitor parking. Free 2 kayaks. Login to your favorite streaming services with Smart TVs. Beautiful Blind Pass Beach, Englewood Beach, 5 restaurants & Tiki Bars are just 1.5 mile away or hop on Stumpy's Free Shuttle (tip based) The space BELLA VISTA'S DETAILS: Waterfront! On desirable Manasota Key, our ultra-talented interior designer worked her magic on “Bella Vista” deluxe villa to create an absolutely beautiful 2 bedroom; 1 full bathroom vacation villa located on the second floor of the Blue Island Inn with extraordinary views of Lemon Bay! Beautifully appointed with open concept granite kitchen and attractive family room overlooks breathtaking Lemon Bay! --pool is heated in winter months December 1 to April 1 ***Smart TV - login to your favorite tv streaming service from home with your own login info from home. Just bring your streaming passwords OR enjoy basic free channels on our smart TV (no cable/dish. just smart tv. For popular sports games, End Zone or Lock n Key are popular with sports fans. First bedroom has a king size bed and water views out the side window. Second bedroom has both a full bed and a twin-size bed. All bedrooms have new furniture, comfy beds, and dressers. Gorgeous open concept granite kitchen with oversized granite island and amazing water views looks like it’s right out of a magazine! Relax after beach time with 2 sofas, new Smart TV, and popular board games. Casual fully enclosed lanai with breathtaking views of both Lemon Bay and Blue Island Inn’s tropical pool Enjoy new furnishings throughout done by our talented interior designer. Our efficiently designed 1650 square foot, upstairs Bay-front charmer is well stocked with vacationer’s comfort and convenience in mind. Located on the quiet upstairs of the beloved Blue Island Inn. Cooking is a breeze in our very well-equipped granite kitchen with 4 burner range, refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher, toaster, both Keurig-style and traditional style coffee makers, all utensils, dishes, cookware, spice rack, table with chairs overlooking beautiful Lemon Bay. Attractive kitchen has granite countertops, an oversized granite kitchen island with surround seating, stainless-steel appliances with exceptional views of the inviting tropical pool & stunning Lemon Bay. _____________________________________________ BELLA VISTA'S DETAILS: LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! On desirable Manasota Key, “Bella Vista” features stunning water views of picturesque Lemon Bay and tropical resort pool! “Bella Vista” wows guests with spectacular Lemon Bay views! 2 newly updated bedrooms; modern bathroom with porcelain-tiled shower, beautiful open-concept kitchen and family room. "Bella Vista" is located on the quiet second floor of the newly opened Blue Island Inn. New furnishings in an upscale coastal, inviting décor. Enjoy free shared use of all Blue Island Inn common area amenities including Tropical Pool, "Lemon Bay-front Beach", Laundry Room, Fishing Dock, Outdoor Ping-Pong, Self-serve Tiki Bar, Laundry Room and Deeded Beach Access to our wonderful, just 1.5 mile quick drive to Blind Pass Beach, Englewood Beach, 6 restaurants and fun Tiki Bars! "BELLA VISTA" PICTURESQUE BAY VIEWS: Breathtaking Lemon Bay water views from family room and kitchen! Our Bay-front charmer is well stocked with vacationer’s comfort and convenience in mind. NEW BEDS & BEDDING FOR COMFORTABLE NIGHT'S SLEEP AT "BELLA VISTA": Our ultra-talented interior designer created at attractive, very comfortable, deluxe 2-bedroom villa. One bedroom has a King-size bed, and the other bedroom has both a full-size bed and a twin-size bed with new furniture throughout done by our talented interior designer. Absolutely breathtaking views from the spacious family room and from the well-equipped kitchen. All bed linens & mattresses are new and comfortable! "BELLA VISTA" OPEN-CONCEPT FAMILY ROOM/KITCHEN: Attractive family room with amazing Lemon Bay views, sofa, dining table set, very comfortable recliner, new Smart TV; and granite kitchen featuring an oversized island with surround seating. Relaxing family room overlooks inviting tropical pool and breathtaking views of picturesque Lemon Bay! The fully enclosed Florida room features new dining set, and dramatic Bay views from the big picture windows. Cooking is a breeze in our very well-equipped gourmet kitchen with large island, range, refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher, toaster, both Keurig-style and traditional style coffee makers, all utensils, dishes, cookware, spice rack, table with chairs overlooking the beautiful Bay. Attractive kitchen has an expansive granite island, stainless-steel appliances with exceptional views of the pretty pool & post-card perfect Lemon Bay. "BELLA VISTA" MODERN BATHROOM & IN-UNIT WASHER & DRYER: Updated bathroom with new vanity and beautiful porcelain-tiled shower. Bath towels and pool towels provided. Full -size front load washer in dryer located inside Bella Vista for guests' convenience. PARKING: 1 parking spot per place. (sorry no guest parking) SQUEAKY CLEAN ACCOMMODATIONS! 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. CONVENIENT TO 2 POPULAR BEACHES, LEMON BAY, RESTAURANTS & LOTS TO DO ... Super cute "Lemon Bay-Front Beach" and Blue Island Inn Tropical Pool & Fishing Dock right out back! Blind Pass Public Beach, Englewood Beach, 6 Key restaurants and fun Tiki Bars often featuring live music are just 1.5 drive away. Englewood Beach offers popular Beach Yoga, playground, picnic tables, etc. Stumpy's Free Ride is a popular tip-based fun shuttle service to get around the Key if you want. BLUE ISLAND INN'S OTHER OPTIONS FOR FRIENDS & FAMILY: Blue Island Inn offers several private attached waterfront villas (similar to Condos) in a variety of sizes. Much more private than most vacation places, each private villa has its own beach gear. Plenty of outdoor seating zones mean guests can spread out and enjoy the spectacular Bay views. Quiet relaxing grounds with lots of tropical plantings. Low-key quiet respectful vacationers only at Blue Island Inn as we wish to provide a tranquil beach environment for all to truly relax. 1 parking spot per place. (sorry no visitor parking). BLUE ISLAND INN FREE AMENITIES: Lots of free amenities at Blue Island Inn! Free WIFI. Free use of laundry facilities. Each place has their own Beach gear including 4 folding beach chairs, 1 basic beach umbrella, and beach towels. Charcoal grills (guest to provide own charcoal). Free use of our laundry room. 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 Dollar Tree, Walmart, grocery stores nearby if you want additional supplies. For fun nightlife we suggest Sandbar, Waverly, or Lock n Key- which often have live music. Stumpy's Free Ride offers popular local, tip-based transportation around the Key. We have many happy repeat guests we are proud to say. Enjoy! Caring hosts with more than 2 decades of hospitality experience. We treat guests like family! ____________________________________________________________________ PROPERTY RULES TO KEEP EVERYTHING RUNNING SMOOTHLY & SAFELY: -- CHECK IN: 4 p.m. and CHECK OUT BY 10 a.m. Pool & Common area hours: 10 a.m. to Sunset. (CLOSED AT DARK) -- There’s water everywhere - Bay and pool very close -kids must be able to swim well to stay at this property. -- our housekeeper has a SEVERE pet allergy so we cannot accept any animals. we have common areas she needs to be. - - 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 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. ***Smart TV - login to your favorite tv streaming service from home with your own login info from home. OR enjoy basic free channels on our smart TV (no cable/dish. just smart tv. For popular sports games, End Zone or Lock n Key are popular with sports fans. -- Englewood Public Beach and Blind Pass Public Beach are only 1.5 mile from property. Quick drive. Blind Pass has free daytime parking lot , or Englewood Beach has a small fee. Best to arrive as early as possible as parking is popular. Or call Stumpy's free ride -tip based shuttle service. Or enjoy our sandy "Lemon Bay-front beach" right in backyard - dolphins sometimes spotted. -- 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. ___________________________________________________________ ** 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. Guest access Guests have access to upstairs Bella Vista and also to common area amenities: pool, our sandy “Lemon Bay-front beach”, fishing dock (no boat docking), Ping-Pong, laundry room. Other things to note AMENITIES: Each of our places has a free WIFI, Beach towels, folding beach chairs, Sand toy set & all linens provided. Charcoal grills (guest to provide own charcoal). Free use of our laundry room on main floor. ***Smart TV - login to your favorite tv streaming service from home with your own login info from home. OR enjoy basic free channels on our smart TV (no cable/dish. just smart tv. For popular sports games, End Zone or Lock n Key are popular with sports fans. --pool is heated in winter months December 1 to April 1 -- Beautiful Blind Pass Beach, Englewood Beach, 5 restaurants & Tiki Bars are just 1.5 mile away from us. Or can hop on Stumpy's Free Shuttle (tip based). Ideally Arrive early as parking is popular or just use Stumpy's. Blind Pass has a free day time parking lot, changing areas, restroom, and is a great place to hunt for pre-historic sharks teeth! Englewood Public Beach has a small charge for parking and it is conveniently located right across from 6 popular restaurants, Tiki Bars, and beach shops. Englewood Beach is also the site of the very popular beach yoga and has picnic tables, restrooms, playground, etc. Free shared use of our 2 kayaks, tropical swimming pool, Lemon Bay-front beach area, fishing dock, comfy outdoor seating, outdoor Ping-Pong table, and self-serve Tiki Bar area. Free shared use of our kayaks (for age 21 & up) to explore picturesque Lemon Bay. Dolphins frequently in this 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 Dollar Tree nearby or grocery stores if you want additional supplies. We have many happy repeat guests we are proud to say. Enjoy!