Title: Laughing Gull on the Key! 3min walk to beach Sunsets! Kayaks, Bikes and More! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=65300315&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Laughing Gull on the Key! 3min walk to beach Sunsets! Kayaks, Bikes and More! Villa with kitchen, 3-minute walk to Englewood Beach ## Photo gallery for Laughing Gull on the Key! 3min walk to beach Sunsets! Kayaks, Bikes and More! ![Smart TV - Laughing Gull on the Key! 3min walk to beach Sunsets! Kayaks, Bikes and More! (Englewood)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/66000000/65310000/65300400/65300315/eabf328b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Laughing Gull on the Key! 3min walk to beach Sunsets! Kayaks, Bikes and More! (Englewood)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/66000000/65310000/65300400/65300315/36f06817.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Laughing Gull on the Key! 3min walk to beach Sunsets! Kayaks, Bikes and More! (Englewood)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/66000000/65310000/65300400/65300315/c35bed6b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Laughing Gull on the Key! 3min walk to beach Sunsets! Kayaks, Bikes and More! (Englewood)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/66000000/65310000/65300400/65300315/744b901f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Laughing Gull on the Key! 3min walk to beach Sunsets! Kayaks, Bikes and More! (Englewood)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/66000000/65310000/65300400/65300315/a3ad1037.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Welcome to The Laughing Gull, your beachside retreat on beautiful Manasota Key. Unwind in the lush tropical backyard garden or enjoy morning coffee and evening cocktails on your private screened porch. With luxurious linens, comfy mattresses, a thoughtfully appointed kitchen, and dining table at your fingertips – you’re all set for a carefree vacation. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space ## 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. ### Laughing Gull on the Key! 3min walk to beach Sunsets! Kayaks, Bikes and More! 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 a short 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. 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 ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the villa: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Outdoor shower - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No lift (single-level property) - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Meal delivery service ### Location highlights - In a village - Near a hospital - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the sea ### Things to do - Bicycles - Bodyboard - Kayak - Water sports equipment - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling 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 - Water skiing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Bicycles - Garden - Property located in a resort ## Similar properties ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/66000000/65300000/65299700/65299601/bd259de0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### White Pelican, a Cozy Cottage on the Key with Sunsets, Kayaks and More! 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Leave sheets on bed, no need to stripe them. Adjust a/c to 76 degrees. Wash, dry, and put away 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. ### Rules Lead Renter must be at least 25 years old. No Smoking in/on property. No pets. No parties. Overnight guests limited to 6 persons ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### 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 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 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 ### We should mention A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Kayaks to Cozy on the Key Spend Thanksgiving at the Beach!! Kayaks to Cozy on the Key 88636 ## 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%7C26.91552%2C-82.35480&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=3i_BJGz_h6_wP-T-RXzq5xpzrWU=) Englewood, FL #### What's nearby - Englewood Beach \- 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Stump Pass Beach State Park \- 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Lemon Bay \- 1 min drive \- 0.3 miles - Venice Beach \- 32 min drive \- 18.8 miles - Siesta Key Beach \- 52 min drive \- 36.7 miles #### Getting around - Punta Gorda Airport (PGD) - 55 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive - ‪Steamers Oyster Bar - ‬9 min drive - ‪Lock 'N Key Restaurant - ‬14 min walk - ‪APlus at Sunoco - ‬7 min drive - ‪Hungry Howies Pizza - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Laughing Gull on the Key! 3min walk to beach Sunsets! 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[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 82 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sara G. 11 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place! We'll be back! This home fit our family with young children perfectly. It had everything we needed during our short stay. It is well maintained, clean and well decorated. We love how things like life jackets, beach chairs and towels, an umbrella, a cart, and a grill are all included. The kitchen was equipped to make meals for us. The beach was just a few minute walk away. We found lots of beautiful shells and shark teeth! It wasn't packed with people either. It's just a short 10-15 minute walk down the beach to stump pass state park. We saw dolphins there and even more shells and shark teeth! I really have nothing negative to say. The price was good and the home was comfortable. We are thankful we chose this one for our vacation! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/fcbbb3cc-0d28-428f-9177-5aaf7d330f5e-1754933191062.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Sara G. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer M. 11 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Easy check in. Jen had thought of all the details big and small to make your experience and stay as welcoming and comfortable as could be. From the welcoming fresh smell, snacks, complimentary beverages chairs for the beach, wagon, kayaks, bikes to the cooler for the beach and so much more. We will definitely be visiting again soon. ##### Jennifer M. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa C. 17 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great little cottage Three adults and one child came for the weekend and it was great. Really great location. Short walk to a beach and had all of the amenities one could need. Jen was super responsive to messages! Would definitely recommend and stay here again ##### Lisa C. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stacey B. 13 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect location!! What a beautiful and clean place. Communication with the manager Jen was wonderful. ##### Stacey B. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katy D. 5 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy They thought of everything you'd need while staying on the beach. Everything was neat and clean. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/5559a5ab-a9b9-41b8-a7cb-8f002f6c1329-1749130062400.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Katy D. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer S. 20 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect cottages! All of the Shorebirds Cottages are absolutely perfect to rent for couples, and now, for our whole family! While small and cozy, they had everything we needed, or forgot to bring. We enjoyed the ease of the kayak and bike use and the laundry facilities are pristine! The entire rental is perfectly located and very clean. Jen and Eddie have done a wonderful job fixing up after the 2024 hurricanes-the whole city has done an extraordinary clean-up since our Christmas visit, we were pleasantly surprised! PS-The extra large, super soft bath towels were a bonus! Can’t wait to stay again! ##### Jennifer S. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joann L. 10 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful The cleanest property I have ever checked into. Great commutation with the owner. They thought of everything you might need. Great little cottage! ##### Joann L. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### SCOTT S. 6 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Place to Stay Ed and Jen far and above expectations to make sure we had everything and was satisfied with our stay. Place was very clean, and well taken care of. Beach is very close,and restaurants within walking distance. It’s a great location ##### SCOTT S. Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eric S. 6 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great spot Was a great stay. Short walk to beach and short walk to put kayaks in. Was great to have beach supplies all there. ##### Eric S. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rob S. 5 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Location and Cozy Atmosphere Booked a last minute staycation and am really glad I did. Excellent location, close to several beaches and tons of ame ities like bikes, SUPs and kayaks. Don't hesitate to stay here ##### Rob S. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jim L. 18 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Exceptionally well appointed Newly renovated, clean, comfortable, close to everything and quiet. Has EVERYTHING you need, even dryer sheets. Snacks and drinks waiting for your arrival. Even has a "shibumi" for the beach. Couldnt have asked for anything more. Will bebstaying with Shorebirds for our next trip. Just the vacation we needed! ##### Jim L. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Taylor D. 22 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### All the small things! Awesome cottage, you can really tell the owners put a lot of thought into making sure guests have everything they need. We felt like we could have shown up with clothes and would have been set for the week. Toiletries, spices, sunscreen, beach towels, beach toys, books, you name it and they likely had it somewhere on the property! They even had a welcome basket with snacks, wine, beer and waters. The place was spotless, beds were extremely comfortable. We couldn’t have asked for anything more for our stay! ##### Taylor D. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 14 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Stupendous Sunshine Stay Everything about this place was just perfect! The location is brilliant, close to the hustle of Englewood beach and a skip from the nature/splendor of Stump Pass, with bikes SUPs and kyacks to get you from one spot to another. The home owners were exceptionally responsive and the space was so thoughtfully equipped from beach gear to the finer details like travel size shampoos and extras. Most impressive to the foodie-the kitchen utilities were top notch, knives were sharp, quality pots and pans etc. just truly made our vacation over the top! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 6 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Perri M. 1 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Bungalow by the Beach I highly recommend the Laughing Gull cottage! It is an immaculate, beautiful and peaceful space shelter from the Florida heat after a day in the sun. The proprietors provide generous accommodations for guests' every need - from pre-stocked cool drinks in the refrigerator to beach chairs, umbrellas, bikes, and kayaks available for use right outside the door. The outdoor fire pit provide a wonderful space for guests to gather in the evenings. The lanai in the front of the rental is a nice little space to enjoy coffee in the morning or a glass of wine in the evening in cooler weather. The AC was easy to operate and was wonderful to step into after an afternoon on the beach! When I go back to Manasota Key, I will book the Laughing Gull! ##### Perri M. Stayed 5 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jose C. 9 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful stay with great amenities! The photos were great but the property was even better in person! The amenities were a very nice touch and walking to the beach was short and sweet. Would love to stay again! ##### Jose C. Stayed 3 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah C. 28 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Another excellent stay I stayed with my parents at Shorebirds. We enjoyed a nice, relaxing stay in the perfect location. Jen & Eddie have thought of everything... from the outdoor shower to welcome snacks & drinks to coolers & umbrella for the beach. We took the kayaks for a paddle on Lemon Bay, searched for baby sharks teeth & walked to the sunset every night. We couldn't really imagine a more perfect stay. Thank you! ##### Sarah C. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### France D. 7 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### March Getaway Everything was absolutely perfect. The hosts thought of everything! We really enjoyed our stay. Thank you 😊. ##### France D. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cole M. 30 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Beach Cottage Absolutely beautifully maintained property! The owners have thought of everything! The personal touches make things perfect! Great amenities at the property and a close walk to the beach and other activities. Don’t look past this place if you are looking for the perfect place to stay! ##### Cole M. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tom P. 12 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Exceptional Accommodation Our first trip to Manasota Key and Laughing Gull / Shorebirds was a great find! The unit was spotless, absolutely the cleanest, best maintained VRBO we have ever visited, and we've been to many. New furnishings and appliances, quality cookware, comfortable bed, water pressure in the shower (and an outdoor shower!), plus a lot of little extras and nice amenities that conveyed the owner's appreciation. Very highly recommended! ##### Tom P. Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 23 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect for our family We loved the location. It was close to the beach & restaurants, had a ton of amenities, lots of small touches that made a difference and very clean! Just right for our stay to visit with our family that lives in the area over the winter. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cliff R. 9 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Manasota Key & Shorebirds are a Hidden Gem 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. ##### Cliff R. Stayed 22 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### kelly h., Richmond, CA 31 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely spot! Well stocked and easy to walk to the beach and use the kayaks. We loved it! ##### kelly h. Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wendy C. 9 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely place! Beautifully updated cozy beach cottage. Eddie and Jen have done a great job beautifying the grounds and cottage. ##### Wendy C. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John M., Montgomery, Ohio USA 20 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing rental - top notch! 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. ##### John M. Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### dan j. 1 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### awesome hidden gem we loved our quick visit to your place, we will be back! ##### dan j. 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