Welcome to Starfish Shore, a charming 2-bedroom coastal retreat just a short walk from deeded Gulf beach access. Enjoy your own screened lanai and private patio plus guest access to Cedars East Club with pool, tennis, 24/7 fitness and bicycles.

Sleeps 6 | 2 Bedrooms | 1 Bathroom | Beach Access | Club Pool | Tennis | Gym | Bikes | Private Parking

Starfish Shore is professionally managed by The Bay & Key Collection, giving you the independence of a private vacation home with the reassurance of a local professional management team.

If you have any questions concerning our homes, rates, availability, amenities or policies, please contact our team and we will be happy to assist.

The Bay & Key Collection offers:
- Professional local property management and maintenance
- Professional housekeeping before every stay
- Additional housekeeping during your stay upon request
- Interactive digital Guide Books
- Local recommendations and experiences
- Trusted Preferred Vendors

Ahead of arrival, you'll receive your interactive Bay & Key Guide Book, containing check-in information, your house manual, local recommendations, preferred vendors and useful information specific to the home.

Travelling Together?
The neighboring 2-bedroom residence, Starfish Shore, can also be reserved separately, subject to availability. For larger families and groups wishing to stay together while retaining their own space, both sides may be available to reserve as the 4-bedroom Starfish Bungalow.

Contact The Bay & Key Collection for availability.

Starfish Shore is located on Longboat Key, one of Florida's most beautiful Gulf Coast barrier islands. The island lifestyle right on your doorstep, with deeded Gulf beach access just a short walk from the home.

Longboat Key is known for its beautiful white sandy beaches, turquoise Gulf waters, waterfront restaurants, boating, cycling and relaxed island atmosphere.

Just 0.3 miles away, Joan M. Durante Park offers scenic walking trails, boardwalks through mangroves and beautiful views across Sarasota Bay.

Guests also receive access to Cedars East Club, where you can spend your days swimming, playing tennis, working out or exploring the island using the club bicycles. Hugo II Restaurant and Tiki Bar are also located at the club.

Head south along Longboat Key to discover St. Armands Circle, with its excellent collection of boutiques, restaurants, cafés and bars. Lido Key and Downtown Sarasota are also within easy driving distance.

Whether your ideal day involves the beach, boating, cycling, shopping, dining or simply doing very little at all, Starfish Sands provides an excellent base for experiencing Longboat Key.

Guests have private access to Starfish Sands, which occupies the left-hand side of a two-unit duplex.

The home has its own:
- Private entrance
- Private driveway parking
- Screened lanai
- Private patio

There is no internal access between Starfish Sands and the neighboring residence. The fenced backyard is shared between the two residences.

Guests also receive membership access to Cedars East Club, including the swimming pool, tennis courts, 24/7 fitness facility and bicycle use. Deeded Gulf beach access is located within a short walk of the property.

Welcome to Starfish Shore, a relaxed island retreat perfectly positioned for enjoying the very best of Longboat Key.

Starfish Shore provides a comfortable coastal home for up to 6 guests across 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. The first bedroom features a queen-sized bed. The second bedroom provides two queen-sized beds, making the layout particularly convenient for families and small groups. A full hall bathroom serves both bedrooms.

The living area provides a comfortable place for everyone to relax together after a day exploring Longboat Key, with TV and complimentary WiFi provided.

The fully equipped kitchen includes a dishwasher, regular drip coffee maker, cookware, dishes and utensils, making it easy to prepare everything from breakfast before the beach to dinner at home.

Outside, enjoy your screened lanai and private patio, providing additional space to enjoy the Florida weather.

An in-home washer and dryer are also provided, particularly useful for longer stays.

Starfish Shore includes:
Short walk to deeded Gulf beach access
Guest membership to Cedars East Club
Club swimming pool
Tennis courts – dawn to dusk
24/7 fitness facility
Bicycle use
Screened lanai
Private patio
2 bedrooms – sleeps up to 6
Fully equipped kitchen
Washer & dryer
Complimentary WiFi & TV
Private driveway parking
Beach chairs, towels, cooler & beach caddy

You're also just 0.3 miles from Joan M. Durante Park and within easy reach of St. Armands Circle, Lido Key and Downtown Sarasota.

From the airport:

Exit Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport and head south toward University Parkway.
Continue toward US-41 / Tamiami Trail and head south toward Sarasota.
Continue south on US-41 before turning right onto Gulfstream Avenue toward the barrier islands. Follow Gulfstream Avenue across the John Ringling Causeway toward St. Armands Circle. At St. Armands Circle, follow signs for Longboat Key / FL-789 North.
Continue north over the New Pass Bridge onto Longboat Key.
Follow Gulf of Mexico Drive (FL-789) north toward the property.
Your final property-specific arrival and parking instructions will be provided within your Bay & Key Collection check-in information prior to arrival.

Longboat Key regulations require a minimum stay of 30 consecutive calendar days, with one rental permitted per 30-day period.

Town of Longboat Key Residential Rental Certificate #: RRR-01474.2025

Starfish Sands is the left-hand side of a two-unit duplex. Each residence has its own private entrance and there is no internal access between the homes.

The fenced backyard is shared. External security cameras are located at the front of the property on the dividing wall and overlook the front doors, sidewalk and driveway areas.

Prior to arrival, guests are required to complete our pre-arrival information and sign and agree to The Bay & Key Collection rental conditions.