Title: Come enjoy an unforgettable family vacation on Manasota Key Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Come enjoy an unforgettable family vacation on Manasota Key Family fun on the beach ![On the beach, sun-loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69390000/69386100/69386034/dbd417b3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69390000/69386100/69386034/21a68d65.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69390000/69386100/69386034/da11462b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69390000/69386100/69386034/3aee6475.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, video games, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69390000/69386100/69386034/48fb7626.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Welcome to The Sugar Shack on Manasota Key, a paradise for families and friends alike. With three spacious bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a large deck perfect for lounging in the sun or under the moonlight. Enjoy meals under the covered lanai with ceiling fans to keep you cool while taking in all this property has to offer. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 131236 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Air conditioning - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Washer - Fireplace ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Come enjoy an unforgettable family vacation on Manasota Key 3 bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Beds for 10 guests with additional blow-up mattresses if needed (one queen and one single), and a pack-n-play makes it so even the littlest guest can enjoy their stay. We are very family friendly and tried to think of everything all ages would need at this house to build memories to last a lifetime. Rated one of the Top Five VRBO rentals on Manasota Key for its size. You will not want to pass up a chance to enjoy all it has to offer both inside and outside of the house. Welcome to Paradise! Enjoy your get away at this spacious, well appointed home with updated furnishing, top of the line appliances, granite counter tops and cabinets throughout, situated just steps from Gulf of Mexico beaches. Manasota Key, a quiet barrier island on the Gulf of Mexico is located just south of Longboat Key, Lido Key, Siesta Key, and Casey Key. It is also just north of Fort Meyers and Sanibel Island. You can day trip to explore some of these other beaches and return to the comfort of your own home away from home each night. The Sugar Shack has been recently updated with new flooring and furnishings. It comes complete with WIFI and high-speed internet, if you choose to stay "on the grid", however after a day or so in paradise, getting off-the-grid becomes much easier. The Primary bathroom is finished with a granite counter top, ceramic tile floor, and combination tub shower. Guest bathroom has a granite counter top and a ceramic tile stall shower. There is also an outdoor shower to wash off your sandy feet. All 3 bedrooms have over-sized closets and televisions for your enjoyment. The primary (upstairs) bedroom has a queen bed, the downstairs bedroom has a queen bed, and the bunk room has a full over full bunk bed with a twin pull put out trundle & an additional twin bed. Imagine being located on Manasota Key and staying less than 150 yards from the beach! Lounge in the sun or under the moonlight on the 2nd floor large deck, or enjoy some R&R on the large covered ground lanai spending your time on the porch swing or hammocks. Enjoy your meals under the lanai, the ceiling fans will help keep you cool as you take in all this property has to offer. At night enjoy sitting by the propane fire as you make S'mores and talk about the memories you created at Manasota Key. If the beach is more your thing, which we suspect it probably is, fill up the Sugar Shack's beach-wagon with the supply of beach toys for the kids, chairs and umbrella to enjoy the warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico. We also provide 3 adult Kayaks, 4 kid kayaks, 4 paddle boards, and life jackets that you can be used during your stay (based on the condition from the previous guests). If fishing is more up your alley use our poles (based on the condition from the previous guests) and fish from the beach, or from Lemon Bay. Both are under 150 short steps away from the Sugar Shack. Shell & shark tooth hunting is a popular way to also pass the time on Manasota Key, you won't come home empty handed. You will find more shark teeth here than any other beach around us. Cruise around the Island on one of the bikes or scooters that we provide. We offer lots of sizes of bikes and helmets so that your whole family can enjoy (based on the condition from the previous guests). The Sugar Shack has all of the cooking utensils you need to make your favorite meals at your home away from home. There are several restaurants with live entertainment that are a short jaunt from the home (walking or bike riding distance for most). More than enough places to visit a new one every night during a weeks stay. Golf, Jet Ski's, Charter Fishing, Snokeling, Dolphin Watching Tours, Parasailing, and Boat rentals are available on the Island, less than 5 minutes away. The Sugar Shack binder will have information on all of these activities to help you plan once you arrive. Come experience why the Sugar Shack on Manasota Key is such a popular destination for our guests of all ages. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Outdoor shower - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Video games ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - Up to 23 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the sea - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Bicycles - Kayak - Paddleboard - Water sports equipment - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Parasailing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Bicycles - Garden - Unit size: 1,236 square feet ## Similar properties ![Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33490000/33485800/33485737/0cfe93d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### PRIVATE HOME AND HEATED SALT WATER POOL; BEACH AND BAY ACCESS! 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Please take care of everything we offer. If you bring pets to the house and leave an excessive mess, we will have to charge you extra for cleaning. ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 1 total (up to 23 kg per pet) Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation Note from host: Extensive cleaning will require additional fee ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: Pack-n-play, gate, bike stroller, high chair, tub ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip 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 is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C26.91859%2C-82.35609&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=zBR-uVYetxn8hyTFuFPc60QIQsk=) Englewood, FL #### What's nearby - Englewood Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles - Stump Pass Beach State Park - 1 min drive - 0.5 miles - Lemon Bay Park - 11 min drive - 5.7 miles - Don Pedro Island Beach - 24 min drive - 13.3 miles - Caspersen Beach - 31 min drive - 19.0 miles #### Getting around - Punta Gorda Airport (PGD) - 54 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive - ‪Taco Bell - ‬6 min drive - ‪Steamers Oyster Bar - ‬8 min drive - ‪Hungry Howies Pizza - ‬6 min drive - ‪APlus at Sunoco - ‬6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Come enjoy an unforgettable family vacation on Manasota Key pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### How much is parking at Come enjoy an unforgettable family vacation on Manasota Key? > On-site parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Come enjoy an unforgettable family vacation on Manasota Key? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Come enjoy an unforgettable family vacation on Manasota Key? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Come enjoy an unforgettable family vacation on Manasota Key located? > Nestled on the beach, this Englewood holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Englewood Beach, Lemon Bay and Stump Pass Beach State Park. Blind Pass Beach and Oyster Creek Golf Club are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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