Title: Serene Retreat - 5 mins to Beach, with Beach Gear, Firepit, Bicycles 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 # Serene Retreat - 5 mins to Beach, with Beach Gear, Firepit, Bicycles Holiday home in Englewood with kitchen and patio ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100120000/100113400/100113343/c8ae4a38.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100120000/100113400/100113343/214da3d3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100120000/100113400/100113343/45afbff3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Sun-loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100120000/100113400/100113343/bf33f0a1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books, computer monitors](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100120000/100113400/100113343/23e482af.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to Pelican Hut, a serene beach home with old Florida charm. Just 2.5 miles from Englewood Beach in Manasota Key, this newly remodeled 2-bedroom retreat features an open concept kitchen and cozy living area perfect for relaxation. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Air conditioning - Dryer - Washer - Outdoor space - Barbecue grill ## 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. ### Serene Retreat - 5 mins to Beach, with Beach Gear, Firepit, Bicycles Welcome to Pelican Hut! Escape to a serene and welcoming beach home with old Florida charm. Just 2.5 miles from Englewood Beach in Manasota Key, the sandy shores of the gulf are within a short drive or bike ride’s reach. Whether you love to swim, fish, go shelling, shark tooth hunting, or other water activities such as kayaking, paddle boarding, parasailing, there’s something for everyone in the family to enjoy. This newly remodeled 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home features an inviting open concept, creating a seamless flow from the modern kitchen to the cozy living area. Bedrooms / Bathrooms The bedrooms and bathrooms are setup in a way that provides both privacy and convenience. The master bathroom is integrated into the master bedroom. For added versatility, the second bathroom and bedroom are separated by a pocket door, creating a distinct and private space – an ideal setup for two families or couples traveling together. This thoughtful design ensures that everyone enjoys their own retreat, making your stay a perfect blend of togetherness and personal space. Sunroom & Lanai Enjoy the Florida breeze in the screened lanai, indulge in some friendly competition at the gaming table, or unwind in the bright sunroom with a good book. Outdoors Venture outdoors to the cozy fire pit or cook a delicious meal in the grill. Backyard is fully fenced for your privacy. Enjoy the complimentary bikes for exploring the neighborhood. There is a selection of beach gear at your disposal including towels, chairs, umbrellas, cooler, beach wagon, boogie boards, shark tooth rake / sifter, and sand soys. Guest access Guests have access to entire house and yard, except for the shed in the backyard. Garage should be accessed only for use of washer and dryer and to retrieve the provided bikes, beach chairs, umbrellas and other beach gear. The rest of the garage and its contents are for owner use only. Location The home is situated in a quiet residential neighborhood. It is conveniently located close to everything you need. \-Publix and CVS less than a mile away. \-Englewood Beach is only 2.5 miles away. There’s 3 other beaches in Manasota Key (Stump Pass, Blind Pass, and Manasota Beach). \-Dearborn Street is less than 3 miles away. Here you can find great restaurants, shops, and a farmers market (open Thursdays, October - May). \-Ann & Chuck Dever Regional Park is only 3 miles away. This park which has plenty of amenities including a large heated outdoor pool (open to the public for a low admission fee), pickleball courts, tennis courts, picnic shelters, playground, skate park, and more. \-Oyster Creek Golf & Country Club is about 2 miles away and open to the public. Other things to note Our thermostat is locked to not be set below 70 degrees or above 80 degrees. We want to ensure you are comfortable while also ensuring optimal system performance. Please note that while we have high cleaning standards and regular pest control services, there may be occasional bugs due to our location and climate. We are unable to guarantee nor offer a refund for an occasional bug that might make it inside our house. Please help us by keeping doors closed, disposing of trash properly and storing food in a responsible manner. Thank you! \- Smoking of any kind is strictly prohibited inside. If smoking outside, please make sure all windows and doors are closed before and during. Evidence of smoking inside will result in a $300 charge for air purification. \- Early check-in or late check-out is not permitted without authorization. Unauthorized late check-out that delays our cleaning team will incur a $120 fee. \- Due to deed restrictions, no RV or boat parking is permitted. \- Be aware that if house rules are violated and/or the property has been involved on some sort of damage, penalty fees will apply. Security camera/recording device Exterior surveillance cameras are installed and visible for the safety of guests & property (driveway & front door). Tampering, covering & disabling these cameras are grounds for early termination of reservation with no refunds. There are no cameras indoors, on the lanai or backyard. Checkout Instructions: \-Check all dresser drawers for personal belongings. \-Gather used towels. \-Load and start the dishwasher; no dirty dishes in the sink. \-Rinse off sand before entering, and clean up any that gets inside right away. \-Leave slept-in beds unmade; do not strip the beds. \-Ensure the trash is taken out. Pick up is Mondays for both, regular trash (green lid) and recycling (yellow lid). \-Turn off all utilities. \-Lock up; make sure to close all windows and doors. \-Please treat my home with care and keep it as tidy as you would your own. Thank you and safe travels! ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Computer monitor - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Bicycles ### 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 ## Similar properties ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102810000/102808300/102808259/46b93fd9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy 3-bedroom beach bungalow in peaceful Englewood with WiFi, AC Englewood South - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 7.4 Good 6 reviews £254 includes taxes & fees 18 Nov - 19 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-18&endDate=2025-11-19&selected=102808259&PinnedHotelID=102808259&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/87000000/86150000/86140100/86140056/49860db9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beachy Cottage near Manasota Key Englewood Central - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 7.8 Good 7 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-01&endDate=2025-12-02&selected=86140056&PinnedHotelID=86140056&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100710000/100705500/100705496/481bc664.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Englewood beach and Dearborn Street! 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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 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=26.943,-82.34101&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:%7BdncDhfquN%40Q%3FO%3FS%40O%3FQ%40Q%40Q%40O%40Q%40QBO%40OBSBOBOBQBODQBOBODQDODODOFODODOFMFOFOFMFOFOFMHMFMHOHKHMHMHMHKHMJKHKJKHKJMJKJIJKJILKJIJILIJILIJILELILILELGLGLGLENGLELENELENCLCNELCNCNCLCNCNALCN%3FNANANAN%3FLAN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FL%40N%3FN%40N%40N%40N%40L%40N%40NBLBNBNBLBNDLBNBLDNDLDLDNFLDLFLFLFLDLHLHLDJJLFJHLHJHJHLJJHJJJHJJHLJJJJHJJJHLHJHLHLHLHJHNFLHLFLFNFNFLFNFNFLDNDNFNDNDNDNBPDNBNDPBNBPBNBNBR%40NBN%40P%40P%40N%40P%40P%3FP%40N%3FR%3FN%40PAP%3FP%3FPAN%3FPAPAPANAPAPCNAPCPCNCPCNCNEPCNENCPENENENGNENENGNGLGNGLGNGNGLILGLINILIJILILIJILKJIJKJKLIJKJKHKJKJMHKHKHMHKHMFKJMDMHMHMDMFMFMFMDOFMDMDODMDOBMDOBMBOBOBMBOBO%40M%40OBO%3FO%40O%40O%40M%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FOAOAOAO%3FOAMCOAOCMCOCOCMCOCMEOCMEOEMEMEOGMEMGMGMGMEMIMIMEKIMIKIMIKIKIMIKKKKKIKKKKIMKKIKKKIMIKIMIMIKIMIOGMIMGMGOGOGMGOGMGOEOEOGOEOEOEOEQCOCOEQCOCOCQCOCQAQCOAQAQAOAQAQ%3FQAO%3FQ%3FQAQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=-16uJ-9E6oiF0TG4LcHfHK7g5JM=) Englewood, FL #### What's nearby - Englewood South Inlet - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Cedar Point Environmental Park - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile - Lemon Bay - 1 min drive - 0.7 miles - Oyster Creek Regional Park - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles - Englewood Community Hospital - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles #### Getting around - Punta Gorda Airport (PGD) - 51 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk - ‪Taco Bell - ‬6 min walk - ‪Hungry Howies Pizza - ‬7 min walk - ‪APlus at Sunoco - ‬7 min walk - ‪Dunkin' - ‬2 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Serene Retreat - 5 mins to Beach, with Beach Gear, Firepit, Bicycles pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Serene Retreat - 5 mins to Beach, with Beach Gear, Firepit, Bicycles? > On-site parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Serene Retreat - 5 mins to Beach, with Beach Gear, Firepit, Bicycles? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Serene Retreat - 5 mins to Beach, with Beach Gear, Firepit, Bicycles? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Serene Retreat - 5 mins to Beach, with Beach Gear, Firepit, Bicycles located? > Located in Englewood Central, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Englewood South Inlet and Lemon Bay. Cedar Point Environmental Park and Oyster Creek Regional Park are also within 2 miles (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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