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We are Bay Front in a prime Manasota Key beach location!  Just a few-minute walk to stunning, delightfully uncrowded Manasota Key beach.  Breathtaking views of Lemon Bay right out back!
FREE Shared use of our 2 Kayaks to explore Picturesque Lemon Bay!  (life jackets required)  (adults only on kayaks) Dolphins often spotted!
Blue Island Inn enjoys a spectacular waterfront location at the end of a tiny quiet island street with just a few houses.  We can only accept low-key quiet respectful vacationers as this is a nice peaceful area.
Mermaid's Retreat delights guests with pretty views of picturesque Lemon Bay!   Mermaid's Retreat is a super cute Waterfront one-bedroom Suite located on the main floor of the Blue Island Inn. Awesome Water Views!
Enjoy Blue Island Inn's  sandy "Bay Beach" area right out back in common areas or only 5 minute walk to our beautiful, spacious ocean-side beach
Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 651 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Explore the area

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Englewood, FL
  • Popular LocationEnglewood Beach8 min walk
  • Popular LocationBlind Pass Beach3 min drive
  • Popular LocationStump Pass Beach State Park6 min drive
  • AirportVenice, FL (VNC-Venice Municipal)23 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living room 1

2 Double Sofa Beds

Living room 2

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Waterfront Mermaid's Retreat Delights!

Located on Blue Island Inn's quiet main floor, Waterfront "Mermaid's Retreat" features 1 queen bedroom, 1 bathroom, kitchen, 2 sofa sleepers & Spectacular Lemon Bay views! Manasota Key! On-site pool. 5-minute walk to ocean-side beach & enjoy sandy “Bay Beach” out back. Policies: 1 parking spot. no visitor parking. No pets. No smoking. No boats. Low-key respectful vacationers. Free shared use of 2 kayaks. Cottage-size cute & cozy -ideal for 1 couple or small family as bathroom is off bedroom.
FREE AMENITIES GALORE!

Each of our places has a free high-speed WIFI, Beach towels, folding beach chairs, Sand toy set & all linens provided. Charcoal grills (guest to provide own charcoal). Free use of our laundry room on main floor.

Free shared use of swimming pool, Bay-front beach area, Fishing Dock, outdoor seating, outdoor Ping-Pong table, and self-serve Tiki Bar area.

Free shared use of our kayaks (for age 21 & up) to explore picturesque Lemon Bay. Dolphins often spotted.

Free high-speed WIFI. Keurig-style coffee maker & we also offer traditional coffee maker.

Like hotels - we supply "starter supplies" - toilet paper, folded paper towels, sample size coffee, tea, etc. to get you going -- then there's a Dollar Tree nearby or grocery stores if you want additional supplies.

We have many happy repeat guests we are proud to say. Enjoy!
Our wonderful housekeeper and maintenance team live close by. We provide very thorough Guest Welcome information with lots of helpful property & area information - please be sure to review to maximize your vacation experience.
In prime Manasota Key location, Blue Island Inn has spectacular water front views of gorgeous lemon bay from every Suite so you might never want to leave! we are only a 5 minute walk to a delightfully uncrowded ocean-side beach, or enjoy our cute “bay-front beach” right out back.

Blue Island Inn includes 5 waterfront Suites of various sizes - each Suite enjoys a great view of picturesque Lemon Bay. Blue Island Inn offers shared use of a variety of desirable common areas including: Sandy "Bay Beach" area out back, 2 kayaks, tropical swimming pool, self-serve tiki bar, Dock for fishing/enjoying Bay Views (firmly no boat docking), outdoor ping pong, and laundry room.

Quick 1 minute drive to five popular family-friendly Key restaurants near the big Englewood beach with live tropical music, very popular free beach yoga classes, reasonably priced water sports rentals – parasailing, sunset cruises etc. 2 mile drive to number 1 ranked attraction of stump pass state beach park - a natural wonderland. Lots more restaurants & shops along Dearborn & nearby Historic Venice Avenue. Stumpy's Free Ride - a tip-based shuttle service - is popular with our guests. Enjoy!
Guests have access to the entire 1 bedroom Suite with kitchenette, family room, bathroom & patio seating area

Guests also have use of resort’s common areas with lots of free amenities: pool, Bay Beach, laundry room, fishing dock, ping pong, 1 parking spot, deeded beach access to ocean side beach

Mermaid’s Retreat is on the first floor of the charming Blue Island Inn on a quiet, safe, relaxing nice island street. You will receive a 4 digit code - along with the vacation villa address - to your entrance door which work on your dates so you don't need to worry about keys! super easy! ONE car parking spot (there's no other parking & I don't have other safe parking ideas that aren't a high TOW RISK - so please only plan to bring one car or choose another property. )
- Note: TV's typically "ON" at arrival
Car rentals are the best, easiest, most reasonably priced way to get to and from Manasota key. Stumpy's Free Ride is a popular tip-based local shuttle service our guests like to use to get around the Key

Property manager

Amy
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Amenities

Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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

About the area

Englewood

Located in Englewood, this villa is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Englewood Beach and Caspersen Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Englewood Recreation Center or CoolToday Park.
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Englewood, FL

What's nearby

  • Lemon Bay - 1 min walk
  • Englewood Beach - 8 min walk
  • Blind Pass Beach - 3 min drive
  • Stump Pass Beach State Park - 6 min drive
  • Lemon Bay Park - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Punta Gorda Airport (PGD) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 6 min drive
  • Flounders Restaurant & Tiki Bar - 3 min drive
  • Englewood Moose Lodge - 9 min drive
  • Lock & Key Restaurant & Pub - 3 min drive
  • Hungry Howies Pizza - 8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Waterfront Mermaid's Retreat Delights! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Waterfront Mermaid's Retreat Delights! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Mermaid's Retreat Delights!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Mermaid's Retreat Delights!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront Mermaid's Retreat Delights! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this villa is within a 10-minute walk of Lemon Bay and Englewood Beach. Blind Pass Beach and Stump Pass Beach State Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Matt L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoying the beach and warm weather
Our boys (10,12,14) loved fishing off the dock and each of them caught some fish. The short walk to the ocean was a daily event. We found shells and shark teeth! The sunsets on the ocean were great. We grilled each night, swam in the pool, made ourselves pina coladas and took advantage of the peace and quiet to read books and play games. We had a great time!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot.
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aschlynne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Everything at this property was wonderful! Very peaceful and relaxing! The Mermaids Retreat was absolutely magnificent. It was very clean, comfortable and welcoming! It was more than we expected and offered special touches. There was nothing that we did not like, and we highly recommend! We will most certainly stay again!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacation
Was a very enjoyable and relaxing vacation. The rental had everything you could possibly need. Amy was very happy to help you with suggestions about activities in the area. The pool was not heated when we arrived and they had the pool guy there the next morning to have it fixed. The private beach across the street was beautiful!!! They provided beach chairs and towels as well. Would definitely stay again!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mariel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Had a wonderful time at Mermaids retreat. Was the perfect spot for my husband, 2 kids & I. The private beach is breath taking!! Perfect location to restaurants & shops. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

About the host

Hosted by Amy

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With more than a decade of hospitality industry experience, providing one of a kind vacation escapes in inviting settings is our passion! Our favorite memories growing up were of family beach vacations. We like to offer that nostalgic beach escape feeling of yesteryear but with modern amenities and new furnishings throughout so you feel at home.

Why they chose this property

Location, location, location! Water, water, everywhere! blue island inn's secluded Key location is the epitome of Bayfront accommodations with the Gulf of Mexico’s ocean-side beach just a 3 minute stroll away. on-site tropical pool overlooking Picturesque Lemon Bay

What makes this property unique

blue island inn spoils guests with absolutely stunning Lemon Bay views while being walkable to the picturesque Gulf of Mexico beaches of the Manasota Key shoreline. We feel Manasota Key is one of the best kept secrets of special beach vacation escapes. There is so much to do nearby or you can kick back with your favorite tropical beverage and do nothing at all as dolphins jump in the Bay a few feet away!

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