Relax at The Bamboo Cottage - Walk to Dearborn St, minutes to local beaches!
*** HURRICANE UPDATE, PLEASE READ:
Hurricanes Helene and Milton did greatly affect this area of Southwest Florida. However, our local communities are resilient and are working quickly to recover. Please consider this when booking with us. Almost all of our local businesses and our famous farmers market on Dearborn St are open, as well as Dearborn Street's shops and restaurants. Englewood Beach, Manasota Beach and Blind Pass Beach are open as well!
Weekly and Monthly Discounts available! Discount automatically applies :).
Welcome to The Bamboo Cottage! A peaceful and private 1940's Old Florida farmhouse tucked away in Englewood's Historical District. Centrally located within walking distance to Dearborn Street & Lemon Bay, and mere miles to the beautiful beaches of Manasota Key!
The Bamboo Cottage is centrally located to many of Englewood's hot spots. We are just a few blocks North of Dearborn St (about a 7-minute walk), a short stroll over to Lemon Bay (Veterans Memorial Pavilion for sunsets!) and 4 miles to Englewood Beach and the other incredible beaches on Manasota Key (a 10-ish minute drive). We are also less than 1 mile away from a public boat launch. There is a welcome book provided in the home upon your arrival with plenty of local recommendations for dining and outdoor activities.
Vintage & cozy with modern upgrades for a comfortable and unique experience. Fast wifi, 3 TV's, luxurious memory-foam beds, huge yard and outdoor patio space, and plenty of parking for vehicles and a boat trailer if you're here for the world-class fishing ;).
The home is a cozy farmhouse from 1948. Although the home is old, we have taken great care to provide modern and comfortable updates.
There are 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms (1 of the bathrooms is ensuite to the King bedroom). Each bed has a comfortable, thick, memory foam mattress with luxury, hotel-style bedding. We also use mattress and pillow protectors that are allergy friendly. Our hotel-style linens and towels are laundered with sensitive, fragrance-free detergent. The King bedroom also includes a separate room with a desk for working and a door to a separate corner of the outdoor patio. Perfect to greet the morning sun on the Adirondack chairs with your coffee :).
The home comfortably sleeps 4. We have a Queen air mattress, should you need it. We charge extra for up to 2 additional people. We do not allow more than 6 people total. Please inquire prior to booking if you have additional questions regarding this.
There are 3 TV's in the home, 1 in each bedroom and 1 in the living room. All are Smart TV's. We do provide Netflix for our guests, and some additional free streaming services are available. There are also games and books located under the TV.
Each bathroom has a small hair dryer.
The kitchen is fully equipped with high-quality pots, pans, silverware, knives, dishes, cooking oil, and salt & pepper to comfortably cook a family meal. We even have a Crockpot!
There is a deep stainless farmhouse sink, dishwasher, electric cooktop, oven, and a brand-new stainless fridge with Reverse Osmosis filtered water and ice maker. We also have a RO water system at the sink. We provide 1 new sponge, dish soap, and dishwasher pods.
For our coffee lovers, we have a Ninja drip pot, a Keurig single cup (we have reusable K-pods in case you only brought ground coffee), and a French press. Many options for your morning cup.
There is a washer and dryer in the house should you need to use it. There are also extra beach towels in the laundry room in case you forgot yours! Please note that our cleaning fee includes hotel-style bedding and towels that are laundered with fragrance-free detergent. We also use cotton and/or OEKO-TEX certified linens for a luxurious sleeping experience.
There are 5 fold-up beach chairs and some sand-sifting tools for your shark tooth hunting adventures.
There is a gas grill outside, propane tank included. If the tank is getting low, please let us know so that we can ensure you’re all set for your grilling needs.
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We provide our guests with the following essentials: 1 roll of toilet paper per bathroom, paper towel roll, dishwasher pod, and full-size dish and hand soaps. And, full-size shampoo, conditioner, and body wash in both bathrooms provided by Public Goods – a fantastic company that is committed to providing high-quality, environmentally-friendly products, free of parabens and sulfates.
We have 1 Ring Doorbell and 1 Ring Spotlight on the front of the house for the security of the home and of your vehicles. There are no other cameras on the property. Your privacy and comfort is incredibly important to us.
We have the property maintained once per week on Tuesday/Wednesday, from April 16 - October 14. October 15 - April 15 the property is maintained every other week, on Tuesday/Wednesday. You will see our Landscaping company at the property during these times, usually in the early afternoon. There are no exceptions to this rule, as the property must be maintained.
There is NO smoking inside the home of any kind. You are welcome to smoke outside, permitting that you dispose of all cigarette butts properly. We provide 1 glass ashtray that lives in a lower kitchen cabinet. You will be expected to dispose of the butts properly in the outside garbage can, and clean and return the ashtray to its cabinet.
Please respect our Quiet Hours, which are from 9:00 pm - 8:00 am. The Bamboo Cottage is located in a quiet, historical area with local residents.
Check in is 4:00 pm. Check out is 10:00 am.
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Quiet Hours are from 9:00 pm - 8:00 am. The Cottage is located in a quiet neighborhood. No parties or large gatherings allowed.
There is NO smoking of any kind allowed inside. You are welcome to smoke outside. Please dispose of all butts properly in the outside garbage can.
We have the property's landscaping maintained on Tuesdays. There are no exceptions for this rule as the property must be maintained.
Important information
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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 near the beach, this cottage is in Olde Englewood Village, a neighbourhood in Englewood. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Englewood Beach and Venice Beach. Venice Performing Arts Center and Tails and Scales Charters are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours.
Englewood Recreation Center - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Indian Mound Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Lemon Bay Playhouse - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
Getting around
Punta Gorda Airport (PGD) - 50 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 5 min drive
The Original Word of Mouth - Englewood - 18 min walk
Dunkin' - 3 min drive
Obee's Soup-Salad-Subs - 3 min drive
Englewood Moose Lodge #1933 - 19 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Relax at The Bamboo Cottage - Walk to Dearborn St, minutes to local beaches! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Relax at The Bamboo Cottage - Walk to Dearborn St, minutes to local beaches!?
As of 8 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Relax at The Bamboo Cottage - Walk to Dearborn St, minutes to local beaches! on 5 Aug, 2026 start from S$171, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Relax at The Bamboo Cottage - Walk to Dearborn St, minutes to local beaches!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Relax at The Bamboo Cottage - Walk to Dearborn St, minutes to local beaches!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Relax at The Bamboo Cottage - Walk to Dearborn St, minutes to local beaches!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Relax at The Bamboo Cottage - Walk to Dearborn St, minutes to local beaches! located?
Located in Olde Englewood Village, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Lemon Bay, Englewood Village Park and Englewood Recreation Center. Indian Mound Park and Lemon Bay Playhouse are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Bamboo cottage was a wonderful place to stay. The setting was quiet but near some nice music and restaurans. Dearborn St is nearby and full of shops and eateries. The host has spent a lot of time creating a safe and fun place to stay.
Such a sweet space! My husband and I spent three nights here and we were more than comfortable. The Bamboo Cottage had everything we needed and then some. Comfy king bed - we slept soundly! Classy, beachy decor. Very clean. Location was perfect — super easy to get to the beaches and the downtown was within walking distance for us. We have friends who live in Englewood and we’d definitely choose to stay at this property again.
All things were great from host, amenities, weather, friends close at hand, beach, the Sarasota botanical zoo. One of many great memories made at the Bamboo Cottage. We love you all and def will be back
Linda b.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Dmitri
10 Jan, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great stay overall. The house is in excellent condition, very clean, nicely decorated, and thoughtfully set up for guest comfort. We really enjoyed the backyard BBQ and patio for outdoor dining. There is some morning road noise due to the location, but it’s a minor issue. The hosts were extremely kind and accommodating. Highly recommended.
comfortable and well decorated home on a quiet street with large yard and plenty of privacy. air conditioning, laundry units, and showers all working perfectly made the trip seem just like being at home.
Patrick P.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Dec, 2025
Thank you so much for the sweet review! We’re so happy it felt like home, and please come back any time!
The house is super clean , kitchen is complete-even includes sharp knives! Location is perfect, walkable to restaurants, Lemon Bay, and Lemon Bay Park. The Stump Pass beach is only 12 minutes drive! The bed is super comfortable. It’s really one of the best rental we’ve had since we started renting 15 years ago. Whitney, the host is very responsive. Everything is as described and pictured.
It was very relaxing, the decor was very nice. It was centrally located to Venice, Beach, Englewood, Beach, and our friends. We definitely will be returning to this quaint cottage. it had everything we needed for our stay
Linda b.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug, 2023
Thank you for the great review and for choosing The Bamboo Cottage, Linda! Happy to host you. You’re welcome back any time! :)
This little home was perfect. Check-in was easy. The kitchen was equipped with everything that I needed. The bed was comfy, the neighborhood was very quiet and I felt safe. There were little bistros, a coffee shop and a grocery store about 2 minutes away. Englewood beach was about 10 minutes away and easy to find. I’ll definitely be back.
Melissa B.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Dec, 2025
Thank you so much for the kind review! Please come visit any time!
Very few rentals meet my standards of clean. The Bamboo Cottage exceeded my expectations.So Convenient. Well equipped. Nice beds(very important to me so as no back ache in the a m )The linens and towels were super nice as were the appliances. I enjoyed the private backyard for my morning coffee in my robe. lolI have family in the area and this will be “our place” while visiting them.
julie b.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 May, 2025
Aw thanks for the amazing review, Julie! We’re honored to be your place! You were a pleasure to host. Can’t wait to have you back 🌴☀️
Property was great. Enjoyed attending Farmers market on Thursdays. Several festivals in Englewood, enjoyed very much. Beaches were beautiful. Spouse says Golf was great! Really just liked sitting outside in the evening “watching the world go buy”.
Jeanne S.
Stayed 49 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug, 2023
Thank you so much for the wonderful review, Jeanne! You were fantastic guests to host. We’re so happy you had a great stay, and thank you for choosing The Bamboo Cottage. Please come back any time! :)
This property was very nice. Clean, well stocked with all essential items, wifi worked great, and host was responsive to message and provided us a late checkout which was nice.
However, we had 2 small children with us that drink juice...their cups leaked on 2 of the white comforters (it was watered down cranberry juice), and there were sprinkles from our ice cream on the placemats, and the host charged an additional, excessive amount because of it. I have no problem paying for damages but I wash our personal white comforters weekly and the juice comes right out... the amount they charged us is taking advantage and excessive. We will not be returning.
Kayla W.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug, 2023
Thanks for your review, Kayla.
We take great care and pride in our property, and we go above and beyond to make our guests’ stay great, from the décor, cleanliness, and comfort of the home, to providing an early check in and late check out if available, all of which we did for your stay. Thank you for acknowledging the clean home, responsiveness, kindness, amenities, and early check in/late checkout.
Unfortunately, we did have to process the damages accordingly. Besides the large red stains on the comforter, there was also red stains on a throw blanket, a large red stain on the area rug, and extreme damage of melted ice cream and sprinkles embedded into vintage placemats. All those items had to be either replaced or cleaned accordingly. Our cleaning company also had to charge us an extra ‘excessive damage’ cleaning fee. And, due to letting you have a last-minute late checkout, yet our cleaner had to be at the property for at least double the allotted time and effort due to the excessive cleaning, we had to block that night from allowing another guest to stay. There were also additional guests staying at the property that were not allotted for or disclosed in your booking.
We do provide a fully functioning washer and dryer and detergent for any excessive accidents or stains that may happen during a guest’s stay, as well as a vacuum, broom, and mop for any accidental and excessive messes.
All of the above damages and extra costs were approved by the booking platform for these reasons.
Thank you so much for your time and review,
-The Bamboo Cottage
About the host
Hosted by Whitney Martin
Midwest couple living on the coast. We fell in love with this area and its true Florida beauty. We're avid outdoor lovers - and you can always catch us kayaking, fishing, swimming, or hunting for shark teeth and fossils. We love curating unique, vintage-inspired spaces that evoke the beauty of the local nature, and we hope you fall in love with southwest Florida as much as we have!
Why they chose this property
We've been traveling to this area of the Gulf for over a decade to visit our families. Englewood is a lovely little historical town with an "Old Florida" feel, and amazingly quick access to truly some of the most beautiful waters along the Gulf Coast.
What makes this property unique
We fell in love with this little 1948 farmhouse! Its Old Florida charm and amazing location in our favorite town provides a magical experience. Not to mention you're just a short drive away from some of the most beautiful beaches along the Gulf - the beaches of Manasota Key.
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests