Discover the Simplicity of Island Living in This Beautifully Updated Furnished Manasota Key Cottage! Offering 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, a covered carport, and deeded beach access, this concrete block home is being sold turnkey furnished. Perfectly positioned between the Gulf of Mexico and Lemon Bay, you’ll enjoy easy access to boating, fishing, kayaking, paddleboarding, Stump Pass State Park, and spectacular Gulf Coast sunsets. Tropical landscaping and a covered front patio create a welcoming first impression as you arrive. Step inside to the open great room, where impact windows, plantation shutters, and tile flooring throughout create a bright, low maintenance living space. Just off the great room, the updated kitchen features white soft-close shaker cabinetry, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a breakfast bar. The enclosed Florida room spans nearly the entire rear of the home, adding a spacious second living area with terrazzo flooring, a shiplap ceiling, and walls of windows with a glass door to access the patio. The primary bedroom has a reach-in closet with built-in shelving. Adjacent to the primary bedroom, the interior laundry room also includes a convenient half bath and an exterior door leading to the backyard, a practical feature after spending the day at the beach. The guest bedroom is located nearby and also has a reach-in closet with built-in shelving, and the updated full bathroom features a tiled tub and shower combination with decorative accent tile. Outside, a large paver patio is surrounded by mature palms and lush tropical landscaping within the fully fenced backyard, creating a private outdoor setting with plenty of room to relax or entertain. Whether you’re grilling dinner, gathering around the fire pit with family and friends, or rinsing off in the outdoor shower after the beach before settling in for an evening under the stars, this backyard is made for enjoying the Manasota Key lifestyle. Additional updates include a 2023 roof and a 2024 A/C system. Seasonal rentals are permitted, offering added flexibility whether you’re searching for a full-time residence, seasonal getaway, or investment opportunity. From mornings on the beach and waterfront dining to live music at a local tiki bar and spectacular Gulf Coast sunsets, Manasota Key offers the relaxed Old Florida lifestyle that continues to draw people back year after year. Come see what makes this island such a special place to call home at 1330 Holiday Drive.