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Highlights
The great outdoors
Guests love the outdoor space here.
Firepit available
One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Discover nearby landmarks
Walk to Englewood Beach
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Barbecue
Deck or patio
Explore the area
Englewood, FL
Manasota Beach
Place, Manasota Beach
3 min walk
Englewood Beach
Place, Englewood Beach
5 min walk
Stump Pass Beach State Park
Place, Stump Pass Beach State Park
5 min walk
Punta Gorda Airport (PGD)
Airport, Punta Gorda Airport (PGD)
62 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Living Room
1 Double Sofa Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Oystercatcher Cozy Cottage on the Key, Bikes, Kayaks and More!
The Oystercatcher is your cozy nest on Manasota Key! Part of the Shorebirds Beach Cottages property, this two bedroom/one bath cottage features a large private wrap-around porch, open shelving and shiplap creating a cozy place for your beach getaway. It offers a king bed, queen bed, with luxurious linens and comfy mattresses, plus a sleeper sofa in the living room. The large kitchen has all you need to create delicious meals from local fresh fish and farmer's markets. 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!
This newly renovated cottage is just a 3 minute walk to the Gulf waters and shell strewn beach, 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. 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 Paddleboard or Kayak, all available to our Shorebirds registered guests. We even have wheels to easily get the kayak to the launch, just a 5 minute walk away.
Relax in our tropical backyard oasis by one of our wood or gas burning fire pits, great for gathering and meeting your neighbors. We have BBQ grills, laundry, and outdoor showers.
This cottage offers other conveniences such as: a contactless, private entry. Microwave, Keurig coffee maker, refrigerator, ice maker. 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 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 your Oystercatcher nest!
This cottage is the rear unit in a quiet duplex shared by another unit the Piping Plover.
Please Note: For your maximum comfort, the number of overnight guests in the Oystercatcher is limited to 6 people, see the following combinations of persons:
Four (4) Adults and 2 Teenagers 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 Piping Plover next door and the White Pelican and Laughing Gull Cottages in the next building!!
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Place used towels in shower. Leave sheets on bed, no need to stripe them off. Adjust a/c to 76 degrees.
Wash, dry and put away all dishes. Remove all food items from fridge/freezer/cabinets.
Sign our guest book!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Lead Renter must be at least 25 years old.
No Smoking in/on property. No pets. No parties.
Overnight guests limited to 6 persons
Important information
You need to know
Property # 2241878vb
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Englewood
Located in Englewood, this villa is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Manasota Beach and Englewood Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at CoolToday Park or Charlotte Sports Park. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hiking/biking trails.
Is Oystercatcher Cozy Cottage on the Key, Bikes, Kayaks and More! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Oystercatcher Cozy Cottage on the Key, Bikes, Kayaks and More!?
As of 19 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Oystercatcher Cozy Cottage on the Key, Bikes, Kayaks and More! on 15 July 2026 start from NZ$657, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Oystercatcher Cozy Cottage on the Key, Bikes, Kayaks and More!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Oystercatcher Cozy Cottage on the Key, Bikes, Kayaks and More!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Oystercatcher Cozy Cottage on the Key, Bikes, Kayaks and More!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Oystercatcher Cozy Cottage on the Key, Bikes, Kayaks and More! located?
Situated by the sea, this villa is within a 5-minute walk of Manasota Beach and Englewood Beach. Lemon Bay and Stump Pass Beach State Park are also within 10 minutes.
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The cottage was just as stated in the description!! It was very cozy and full of nice surprises from the owners!! We loved the location, just a short and easy walk to the beach. We’ll definitely be back there with family and friends!!
This is our second time staying at this property. It is clean, very nicely decorated. The host goes out of her way to make our stay perfect. If we have questions, she responds quickly. I think we will be regulars. Thank you for making our vacations so special!
Christie T.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 June 2026
Thank you so much! We appreciate you all! We look forward to your next visit!
The house was super clean. It was everything i was looking for. I would definitely go back. A great place to call home while enjoying everything Manasota Key and Englewood have to offer. I was extremely active enjoying the beach. Coming back to an amazing shower and a comfy bed was the best thing ever. Im glad i chose this place!
Everything was perfect! The cottage was spotless and very comfortable. Everything you would ever need, was there. The walk to the beach was heavenly. The beach cart, chairs, cooler and towels were much appreciated. We walked to the SandBar Tiki & Grill. Dinner and music were great. The Beachcomber for breakfast was amazing. All the ammenities and location of this property will bring us back for sure. Thank you for being an wonderful host, Jen!
Sharon D.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 February 2026
Thank you so much Sharon! We look forward to your next visit!
The amenities were some of the best we have ever experienced. A remarkable refurbishment after hurricane Milton. The finishes were in line with those of when hiring a top tier contractor. The little things such as USB A & C charging ports in select wall outlets. The screened porch was a favorite location to have meals and relax between adventures. Great proximity for walking to Stump Pass State Park where we launched kayaks and watched the sunsets.
Mark K.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 February 2026
Thank you so much for an outstanding review! We worked really hard after Milton and we appreciate your kind words. Come again soon!
What a beautiful cottage, so comfy, fresh, up to date and well appointed, and the host was fabulous. Our son and his family enjoyed staying here. It is truly minutes from the beach (our 3 yo granddaughter had no problem walking to it), plus they were able to enjoy all that Manasota Key has to offer. The screened lanai was so large and comfortable plus there was everything a young family would need to enjoy a day at the beach. There will definitely be repeat visits!
Kate Z.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 March 2026
We appreciate your wonderful review! Come back when you can!
We had an incredible stay at the oyster catcher. All of the beach supplies made our travel from Texas that much easier. We use the bikes and kayaks daily. The house was beautiful and clean, and we really appreciated the welcome basket of goodies. Jen was extremely responsive and easy to communicate with. My only regret is that we couldn’t stay there longer!
Kate M.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 February 2026
Thank you for your wonderful review! Hope to see you again soon!
Our family of four had a fantastic stay at this condo. It was incredibly clean and had wonderful amenities. We loved the kayaks and bikes. The location was perfect and the beach access was close by. We look forward to booking here again!
Our family had a great time staying at this location. Super nice and clean, close to the beach and all the needed amenities. Highly recommend and we will book again in the future.
This is a super cute cottage with lots of amenities for both enjoying yourself at the beach or staying cozy at the cottage. We loved the screened in porch and the fire pit, and the beach cart was so helpful for the short walk to the water.
Loved staying here!
Great location and have everything you can think of to enjoy your beach vacation.
Very clean and cozy! We enjoyed the screened in porch and outdoor fire pit.
The owners were exceptional.
We stayed 4 nights at this absolutely beautiful property. The home was clean, bright, homey and welcoming. We rode the bikes to and from the beach twice a day (2-3 minute ride)d loved both indoor and outdoor spaces at the unit. We will DEFINITELY book again!
Our family of 3 stayed at the Shorebird property and it is as advertised. Cozy and clean with all the amenities. Close to beaches and with the use of kayaks and paddleboards as part of the stay I would highly recommend. Hosts were great and answered any questions very quickly. We would definitely stay again!
You will not be disappointed in your stay here. Fully appointed kitchen, comfortable furnishings, awesome screened porch and you can walk to everything!!
Perfect spot for our girls trip. Only needed snacks, sunscreen, and ourselves. The house is a short walking distance to the beaches and restaurants. All beach necessities are thought of and the outside showers, grills, and patio are perfect for a relaxing night.
Booked last minute and we were quite impressed. Very clean. Nicely organized and stocked with extras. Small, but fit two adults and a 5 yo for our sleeping very well.
We had a wonderful stay. The cottage had everything we needed and then some. Updated and clean; well stocked with towels and linens and kitchen stuff. Loved the outdoor amenities as well. We will be back!
Beautiful cozy home away from home. This place really did have everything you needed. I mean everything. Additionally, this place was beyond clean! I’ve been vacationing in FL for 18 years and this place is by far the best!
Jenaye B.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
About the host
Hosted by Jen
What makes this property unique
The Oystercatcher is your cozy nest on Manasota Key! Part of the Shorebirds Beach Cottages property, this two bedroom/one bath cottage features a large private wrap-around porch, open shelving and shiplap creating a cozy place for your beach getaway.
Languages:
English, Spanish
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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests