Kayaks and Cozy on the Key! 3min walk to beach Sunsets! Short walk to Stump Pass
About this cottage rental
Situated in Manasota Key, this charming cottage for $293 per night is a fantastic choice for your next break. The Laughing Gull is your nest at this boutique resort on beautiful Manasota Key! Part of the Shorebirds Beach Cottages property. Newly renovated just a 3 min walk to the Gulf waters and a shell strewn beach. This cottage features two bedrooms, king bed, queen bed with luxurious linens, and comfy mattresses, a sleeper sofa in the living room plus a thoughtfully appointed kitchen and dining table are among the comforts offered for your carefree vacation. Enjoy your morning coffee or evening cocktail on your private screened porch or hang out in our lush tropical backyard garden. In the evening, take a quick stroll to awe at the most dramatic sunsets, found only on this side of the gulf! From your cottage, you can be on the beach in about a 3 minute walk, conveniently paved all the way to the sand. To get you there with ease, we provide a beach cart, chairs, beach towels, and an umbrella for your day at the beach. We also have some other beach items available like boogie boards, noodles, sand toys, and coolers. Explore the key on one of our adult-sized beach bicycles or venture out on a SUP or Kayak, all available to our Shorebirds registered guests. We even have wheels to easily take the kayaks to the launch, a 5 minute walk away. Just a ten minute walk from your cottage and you arrive at the gem of the Key, Stump Pass State Park with it's pristine, undeveloped beach and wildlife preserve. Relax in our tropical backyard oasis by one of our wood or gas burning fire pits, a great place to gather and meet your neighbors. We also have BBQ grills, laundry, and outdoor showers. The Laughing Gull offers other conveniences such as: a contactless, private entry. Microwave, Keurig coffee maker, refrigerator. Free Wi-Fi. A cable connected 50” Smart TV is in the living room and 36” TV’s in each bedroom to watch live programming or to view shows using your favorite streaming apps. Enjoy our island culinary delights at one of our local restaurants where you are likely to find live music most days of the week......only a 15 minute walk, 8 minute bicycle ride, or take a ride on Stumpy's Free Ride, our island golf cart service. Explore the other Key beaches including Englewood Beach, Blind Pass Beach and Manasota Beach, each offering another glimpse of the island life on Manasota Key! Time to come make some great beach vacation memories!! Pack your bags and head to the Laughing Gull nest! This cottage is the right unit of a very quiet duplex shared by the White Pelican. Please Note: For your maximum comfort, the number of overnight guests in the Laughing Gull is limited to 5 people, see the following combinations of persons: Four (4) Adults and 1 Teenager or Adult OR Four (4) Adults and Two (2) Children under the age of 12 This is a non-smoking property. Smoking is not allow inside cottages, nor on porches or in any outdoor space on the property. Smokers must take a stroll off property at or beyond the sidewalk to smoke. Bring your friends and family….we have three other units on-site!! Check out the White Pelican next door and the Piping Plover and Oystercatcher Cottages in the next building!! Property IDs: Laughing Gull 2223672 White Pelican 2223445 Piping Plover 2223889 Oystercatcher 2241878
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Manasota Key, FL
Reviews
5.0/5.0
Outstanding(65 Reviews)
10.0
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Shorebirds on Manasota Key. The unit and hosts couldn't have been nicer! Short walk to the Stump Pass State Park and you find yourself on a lovely stretch of the gulf shoreline. We look forward to returning again next year.
5.0
Well stocked and easy to walk to the beach and use the kayaks. We loved it!
5.0
Beautifully updated cozy beach cottage. Eddie and Jen have done a great job beautifying the grounds and cottage.
5.0
This is an amazing place to stay! I have probably rented 30-40 VRBO condo’s over the past 20 years, and this condo would for sure be in the top 3!
The master bed was very comfortable. The kitchen is extremely well stocked. The living room area has a comfortable couch and large screen TV. The bathroom had a great shower (no tub, which we preferred). The difference maker for us was all of the little things that made this condo a great place to stay – plenty of Bounty paper towels, Dawn dish liquid, hooks to hang clothes/towels on in the bedroom, plenty of outlets to charge devices, 4 Corona’s and 4 waters in the fridge waiting for us, a complimentary bottle of wine and a couple quick snacks if you need them!
The bikes and kayaks are in great shape and only 30 seconds from your front door. There is a propane fueled firepit and a wood burning firepit with 6 Adirondack chairs – literally right outside of your front door (we used the propane firepit at night and it was awesome). We also used the washer/dryer – it was a 30 second walk from the condo and very clean. There is also a lanai with a table, chairs and fully loaded beach cart. We sat on the lanai many times and enjoyed the breeze.
Jen (owner) was very responsive and always clear in her communications. Thanks, Jen, for a great stay!
We would most definitely stay at this rental again.
5.0
we loved our quick visit to your place, we will be back!
5.0
This property was very accommodating & clean. So many items available for our stay. From sunscreen to a forgotten toothbrush. Bikes, kayaks & beach gear all provided. We had the best time kayaking & visiting as many beach spots that we could. We wanted to stay longer & do more! Great little hidden gem.
I would definitely recommend your cottage & plan to come back.
5.0
When you first walk in the condo you are invited by a nice fresh smelling and clean place. They thought of everything!! There were bikes to cruise around on, a beautifully landscaped back porch area with a firepit, there was also a grill that came in handy as well as a rinse off station with hot/cold water. If you needed anything the owners were very quick to respond. The beds were very comfortable and the A/C kept the place nice and cool no matter what the weather was outside.
5.0
Thank you, Jen, for hosting us in your adorable, clean, and stocked home! Everything we needed was right at hand, and any questions I had, you answered so quickly. We loved staying at this location, and we look forward to returning soon! ❤️
5.0
Cute little house perfect for our beach vacation. The owner was very thoughtful with the amenities, and we needed very little that wasn't provided. The air conditioning was perfectly cool and the house was very clean. The area felt safe and walkable. Would definitely recommend it.
5.0
Our experience was a 10/10. The condo was a perfect size for me and my family, the walk to the beach was easy, and the overall experience was phenomenal. We will definitely be booking again!
5.0
We had a wonderful time at Laughing Gull. The house was perfect for our family of 4. Had everything you need for a great time at the beach. We would definitely come back. Thanks for a great stay!
5.0
We had a great vacation! These owners made everything very convenient! They thought of everything! Very clean! Would stay here again! Thank you!
5.0
We had a wonderful time at Laughing Gull. The house was perfect for our family of 4. Had everything you need for a great time at the beach. We would definitely come back. Thanks for a great stay!
5.0
Very charming place and great location to beaches, activities and restaurants. Freshly updated, very clean and smells fresh. No bad odors! Enjoyed the wine and snacks provided with our late arrival. The host are fantastic! Very nice couple. Enjoyed chatting with them.
5.0
A little pricey
10.0
This is the perfect place if you’re looking to get away from it all. Beautiful landscaped back patio area, quiet street, Stump pass, sunsets, etc. This cottage is beautifully decorated & has everything you need to feel at home. Super recharging vacation. This was our second time staying here.
5.0
This was our 2nd time staying at the property- We stayed at a different Unit. I can't say enough about how great the property is. Jen and Eddie have thought of everything you may need for your stay. Both times we stayed 9-10 nights and didn't need a thing. We will be booking again as Englewood is one of our favorite spots in Florida.
Thank you Jen and Eddie!
5.0
The cottage was fantastic! Very clean and beautifully updated. The extra touches were greatly appreciated and helpful!
Wonderful area, great restaurants and nightly music at restaurants. The gulf is beautiful, warm sand and sun. Sunsets at Stump pass were breathtaking. Thank you for the wonderful stay Eddie & Jen!! Best of luck in your endeavors!
5.0
Overall wonderful but many small extras that made you feel comfortable and welcomed.
5.0
The property was beyond clean and well equipped. The owners thought of everything so we didn’t have to. Thank you Jen and Eddie for sharing this beautiful property we enjoyed our stay and will be back .
5.0
Very clean and cute-we enjoyed staying was close to stores and beach
5.0
We absolutely loved our stay at the Laughing Gull Cottage! It is only a short walk to the beach, and within walking distance to the Sandbar Tiki & Grill where we enjoyed several meals. The amenities Eddie and Jen provided were above and beyond ~ we enjoyed the bikes, beach chairs, gas grill, and a meal sitting around the fire pit. The treats they provided upon our arrival were so appreciated as well. The personal touches made our stay extra special and we couldn't have been more impressed! The cottage was clean and sparkling when we arrived, both inside and out. We love Manasota Key and look forward to returning to the Shorebirds!
5.0
We enjoyed our stay at Shorebirds!! Every small detail was taken care of and the cottage was well appointed.
5.0
Property and owners were amazing!! Highly recommend.
5.0
Jen has thought of everything you might need on a vacation! Right down to the sunscreen! Fully equipped kitchen, 2 grills, beautiful back yard! All the beach toys were provided so you don’t have to rent or buy them! We will definitely tell our friends and return again!!
5.0
Need to stay here again!
This property had everything you need for a weekend getaway. The size and location were perfect for four of us to enjoy a weekend at the beach. The property has so much to offer including chairs, bikes, outdoor seating, beach toys, and more. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and plan on coming back soon!
5.0
Beach staycation
We absolutely loved the condo and all the amenities provided during our stay. We throughly enjoyed the kayak’s and SUPS, bikes, grill, & on site laundry. Condo had everything that was needed, even a puzzle and deck of cards. The bottle of wine and snacks were a nice touch as well!
The only negative was the beach access is not accurately listed, you have to go down to the public beach if you’re wanting to swim or camp out on the beach for a while. The beach down the street or behind condo you are only able to walk along shoreline as it is private beach access only.
5.0
We had an amazing staycation. Everything we needed was readily available! The hosts were extremely accommodating and we will be back!
5.0
A secret gem!!
We had an amazing staycation. Everything we needed was readily available! The hosts were extremely accommodating and we will be back!
5.0
Clean, great amenities, excellent communication with owner
Loved having access to bicycles, kayaks, a beach buggy and more. Great communication with the property owners and they really do think of everything. From cooking to beach-going, from rise to shine, everything you need can be found here. Cozy beds, clean home, convenient location. I can confidently recommend this for couples and small families!
5.0
I still cannot what a perfect trip we had! The house is amazing, and Jen provides everything you could possibly need! Manasota Key is our new go to beach destination! We found over a hundred shark teeth, and the most beautiful shells I’ve ever seen! Cannot wait to come back next year!
5.0
Great cottage retreat
Our stay at the Laughing Gull Shorebirds cottage was fantastic. Jen and Eddie have equipped it with everything you could possibly think of. The cottage itself was spotless and stunningly beachy decorated! The fact that they supply Kayaks, SUPs and bikes makes this place a great deal to visit with your family! Would definitely stay again!
5.0
Best Beach House
I still cannot what a perfect trip we had! The house is amazing, and Jen provides everything you could possibly need! Manasota Key is our new go to beach destination! We found over a hundred shark teeth, and the most beautiful shells I’ve ever seen! Cannot wait to come back next year!
5.0
We really enjoyed our stay here. The owners thought of everything- beach chairs, cart, umbrella, snacks, wine, shampoo, sunscreen etc. This was the perfect location for us- quiet street, close to restaurants, beach & State Park. It was nice to walk to sunset & sunrise easily! This cottage is super cute & comfortable. Will recommend to others.
5.0
Perfect unit
So clean and cute has everything you need!
5.0
Loved it
We really enjoyed our stay here. The owners thought of everything- beach chairs, cart, umbrella, snacks, wine, shampoo, sunscreen etc. This was the perfect location for us- quiet street, close to restaurants, beach & State Park. It was nice to walk to sunset & sunrise easily! This cottage is super cute & comfortable. Will recommend to others.
5.0
Wonderful!
Great location and fantastic property inside and out!! Can tell owners have put thought and time into every detail and were great with communication when I had questions. Can't wait to come back!
5.0
Amazing
Absolutely amazing place! Will definitely stay again. Close to all the greatness that Manasota Key has to offer.
5.0
Best VRBO Experience!
We have stayed at several VRBO's across the country. This was our best experience so far! Units are clean, functional and attractive. Owners have thought of everything that a guest might need which is super appreciated. We also appreciated the great communication. We will be back and highly recommend. Thank you!
5.0
Amazing place
Lovely space, amazing location very close to the beach. Quite possibly the best stocked STR I’ve ever stayed in. Wonderful all around!
FAQs
How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Manasota Key?
The average price for a rental in Manasota Key is $272 per night. This rental is $21 above the average.
Is parking included with this cottage?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Kayaks and Cozy on the Key! 3min walk to beach Sunsets! Short walk to Stump Pass. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this cottage?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Kayaks and Cozy on the Key! 3min walk to beach Sunsets! Short walk to Stump Pass pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this cottage is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Kayaks and Cozy on the Key! 3min walk to beach Sunsets! Short walk to Stump Pass?
We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.
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