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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
Near Englewood Beach
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Barbecue grill
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)
57 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 · Outdoor shower
Spaces
Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
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!!
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. 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.
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 # 2223672vb
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 going on at CoolToday Park, or consider a night out at British Open Pub. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and ecotours nearby.
Is Laughing Gull on the Key! 3min walk to beach Sunsets! Kayaks, Bikes and More! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Laughing Gull on the Key! 3min walk to beach Sunsets! Kayaks, Bikes and More!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Laughing Gull on the Key! 3min walk to beach Sunsets! Kayaks, Bikes and More!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Laughing Gull on the Key! 3min walk to beach Sunsets! Kayaks, Bikes and More!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Laughing Gull on the Key! 3min walk to beach Sunsets! Kayaks, Bikes 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.
About the host
Hosted by Jen
What makes this property unique
The Laughing Gull is your nest at this boutique resort on beautiful Manasota Key! Newly renovated in 2025 and just a 3-minute walk to the Gulf waters and a shell-strewn beach. Bikes, beach gear, kayaks, and more!
Languages:
English, Spanish
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests