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Location, Location Trolley to Beach, Walk Downtown. Bike Legacy Trail, Pets OK.

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Marina
Pool
Interior
Marina
Sun-loungers, beach towels

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Sarasota, FL
  • Ed Smith Stadium
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Sarasota Memorial Hospital
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Marie Selby Botanical Gardens
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

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About the area

Sarasota

With a stay at this vacation home, you'll be centrally located in Sarasota, a 3-minute drive from Sarasota Memorial Hospital and 12 minutes from Siesta Key Beach. .This vacation home is 6.1 mi (9.8 km) from Lido Beach and 4.6 mi (7.4 km) from St. Armands Circle.

What's nearby

  • Ed Smith Stadium - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Sarasota Memorial Hospital - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Marie Selby Botanical Gardens - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Marina Jack - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Lido Beach - 15 min drive - 9.8 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Raffurtys Bar & Grill - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Little Caesars Pizza - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Location, Location Trolley to Beach, Walk Downtown. Bike Legacy Trail, Pets OK.


Welcome to Your Private Sarasota Retreat!

Enjoy a relaxing getaway in this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath home, centrally located in a quiet downtown neighborhood. Thoughtfully designed with bright, coastal décor, this home offers a clean, comfortable, and inviting atmosphere—just take a look at our five-star reviews!

Perfect Location – Explore Sarasota!

Under a mile to the free trolley to the beach
Legacy Bike Trail at your doorstep (bike rentals deliver!)
1 mile to Downtown Sarasota’s shops, restaurants & theaters
1 .5 miles to Selby Gardens & Sarasota Bayfront Park (playgrounds, tiki bar, boat rentals, & scenic walking paths)
Beach lovers: 10-minute drive to Lido Key Beach or take the free trolley
Golfers: Just 3 miles to Bobby Jones Golf Course
Close to attractions like Ringling Museum, Mote Aquarium, Orioles Spring Training, UTC Mall & more!

Amenities & Comforts:

Free High-Speed WiFi & Smart TV with cable
Quality beds & linens for a restful stay
Fully stocked kitchen for home-cooked meals
Washer & dryer for added convenience
Screened-in lanai overlooking the back garden & deck with BBQ
Pet-friendly with a large fenced backyard
Beach gear included: Chairs, towels, umbrellas, coolers, and beach toys.
Additional – Inflatable bed & Pack 'n Play available upon request

Getting Around:
Free parking. "Bay Runner" Trolley provided by Sarasota to have free access to Lido Beach & other areas. Hop on/off electric scooters around town. Uber. Lyft. Taxis.

Flexible stays & same-day bookings available – message us for details!

Pet Policy: We welcome pets! Please include the number of pets in your reservation to calculate the pet fee.

On site RV & boat parking OK

Interaction with guests:
We are available to contact via message, text or phone.

Sarasota’s Arts, Culture & Outdoor Adventures Await!
Sarasota is a vibrant destination known for its world-class arts, cultural events, and outdoor activities. Enjoy:

The Ringling Museum, Sarasota Art Museum & historic opera house
Live performances at Van Wezel, Asolo, Florida Studio Theatre & more
Music festivals, comedy clubs & nightlife
Boating, fishing, kayaking & nature trails
Fine art festivals, food & wine events, and sports competitions year-round!

Notable Events & Festivals:

Sarasota Film Festival (April)
Siesta Key Sandcastle Competition (Fall)
Jazz & Blues Festivals
July 4th Fireworks & Holiday Boat Parade

Experience the best of Sarasota from the comfort of this cozy, well-equipped home. We can’t wait to host you!

Keywords: Sarasota downtown updated Home/ Bungalow/cottage, Pet friendly, Fenced yard, Central location, Good value, Walk to Downtown, Close to Siesta Key, Lido Key, Longboat Key Beaches, St Armands Circle, Marina Jacks, Boating, Golf, Tennis, Orioles Spring training, Ringling Museum, Arts and Culture, Sarasota Film Festival, Benderson park rowing & aquatics sports center. Free Bay Runner Trolley. Legacy bike trail, Payne Park
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private lanai. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like wireless internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Maureen and Patrick

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Lanai
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On the bay

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Recycling
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: More than 2 are considered

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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Centrally Located Downtown Sarasota Home Beaches Main St Pets ok
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Super Clean Perfect Location Fully Stocked Home Pets Considered

Location, Location Trolley to Beach, Walk Downtown. Bike Legacy Trail, Pets OK. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 112 out of 114 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 114 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 114 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 114 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 114 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Meagan B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Everything we needed!

The property felt like home. Comfortable, clean, convenient, and just the right amount of room for 4 of us.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent Location & Great Provisions

This house is in a perfect location for our activities, including the Fogartyville community center and the Legacy Trail. It is well appointed, and has a great deck screened porch which we enjoyed. The owners were very responsive to your questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quaint, perfect getaway home for us

It was perfect for us. Super clean, very comfortable, exactly what my wife and I needed.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alicia G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Just what we wanted

A cosy, easy spot with enough separate spaces for being together and/or alone. Appliances were easy to use. Proximity to downtown allowed us to find our way around and understand the layout of the area. Neighborhood is quiet and pleasantly shady.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tanya M., Goodyear USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Pickleball Road Trip

Six of us drove over to play pickleball and enjoy the Labor Day weekend. The courts were amazing, less than a mile from the house. The home was exactly what we needed and we were even able to walk to the FREE trolley that took us sight seeing. Everyone said they would do it again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very nice house, fenced yard, area

we had a great time there. Very nice house, fenced yard, neighborhood. Great location for visiting Sarasota area.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful!

Everything we needed and more! We appreciated the attention to detail and all the special touches! Location and price couldn’t be beat! Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex T.

Liked: Cleanliness

So good!

Maureen was such a great hostess! The house was perfect! It's in a great neighborhood, close to shopping and the beach. This was one of the cleanest rentals I've ever been in. It had everything you could possibly need to cook and go to the beach. We had an awesome time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nneka M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great family time

Quiet and relaxing.. Felt safe and the communication and response from the host was awesome. Near the beaches and downtown. Home clean and such cute decorations. Everything you need is there just unpack and relax. Great dining nearby and a covered parking publix, great for a rainy day. It rained one of our days and the games came in handy. We had a blast!. It was nice to bond and not be so caught up with electronics..
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angie K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect location

Ringling property was perfect for what we needed! My daughter was participating in the youth National rowing competition at the Nathan Benderson Park and I needed a place close to it! It was only 15 minutes and worked out well for us! It is also very centrally located to downtown and other places we wanted to see like Siesta Key! Property was clean and very quiet! It had everything I needed. Instructions were very clearly annotated throughout the house. We will definitely use again in the future!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Feel at home

My family was wonderful. The home gives very cute beach home. The location is perfect. Close to the downtown but in a very quiet neighborhood. This home made us like we were visiting a friend or relative. Everything was vey comfortable. we enjoyed out stay and will plan to book again next time we’re in Sarasota.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent Sarasota stay

We loved this cute home. Safe neighborhood, close to downtown and a short drive to St. Armand’s. Home was quaint, clean and we certainly would recommend to anyone looking for a getaway without breaking the bank.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie G., Galena, Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness

Sweet, Quaint Home

Lovely property that is close to everything. Nice outside sitting areas, comfortable beds, and very clean. Lastly owners were super responsive and great. We would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adena B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay

The house is in a great location, quiet neighborhood, and close to everything. The owner really thought of all the things that would help a traveling family. Beach chairs, beach towels, cooler, etc. They also have created a great information binder that was very helpful for area things to do and see. We will stay here again if in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful home and great hosts!

We enjoyed every minute of our stay! The house was clean, spacious and well appointed. The hosts were friendly, accommodating and very accessible. I would highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirk M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sisters in Sarasota

8 days of sun, gardens art and nature. The home was perfectly located for all our adventures. Thanks Maureen and Patrick!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott B.

Liked: Cleanliness

The 4 C’s: Centrally-located, Clean, Comfortable, Communication

Centrally located near Payne Park and downtown Sarasota. Clean property that was well equipped. Comfortable beds and neighborhood. Owner communication was outstanding. Thanks for contributing to our successful fun-in-the-sun getaway vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrey M.

Liked: Cleanliness

We loved it

House was very clean, located in a nice neighborhood with easy access to the beach and stores. We would definitely come back
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joy M., Maryland, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfort,. Convenience, Style

This property has everything we wanted: comfortable furnishings and layout, 2 very clean bathrooms, a stylish and pretty beach cottage vibe, a driveway, a safe neighborhood, and an easy-to-work TV. Each day I saw a decorative touch I'd missed before - clearly a designer's eye at work. The screened porch and patio were a pleasure on warmer days. The owners didn't forget the practicalities, either. For example, a steepish step from the kitchen door to the driveway was marked as such, so no surprises. When I asked to get the entry info and address before we'd left home for Sarasota, I received a phone call the same day with all the details. Excellent communication. Downtown Sarasota and its many very good restaurants is 5-10 minutes away by car, and the area is very pedestrian-friendly so walking to town was simple and safe. It's only about a 10-15 minute drive in from the airport, and the house has easy access to main roads for travel to St. Petersburg and Sarasota area attractions. A great find!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

James D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Nice clean place. Perfect location for my needs
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice Property

The property was nice and property owner was very helpful. The area is very close to everything we needed to enjoy our stay. I would book this property again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Isabel S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent

We spent nice days ,property very cleaned with all things you need in the kitchen as well as in the entire house , near most of the places you want to visit such as shopping centers , restaurantes , beach , pretty good communication with the owner I recommended it 100 % for you to spend really good vacation
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

david m.

Liked: Cleanliness

5 day family vacation

The property was older but clean and well supplied with dishes silverware pots and pans etc. there was extra beach chairs towels umbrellas etc. would like to have had more tv’s in bedrooms. The shower water pressure could have been better but wasn’t to bad. Location to the beaches was good but had to drive several miles to get there. We new that up front so we were prepared for that. The neighborhood was really a mixed bag of older homes and some new homes being built. Never had any problems walking around the neighborhood. Overall we were comfortable with our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great home near downtown Sarasota and Lido beach

My 3 kids and I had a wonderful stay at this home. Its location was perfect with easy access to downtown Sarasota and Lido Beach. The house was clean, beautifully furnished, and had everything we needed for our short stay. Maureen was a great host and responded immediately to any questions I had. She even allowed my family and I to extend our check-out time for more than an hour so that we could do some quick shopping at St. Armand's Circle before leaving the area. There were plenty of towels and washcloths for each day of our stay. The kitchen was nicely stocked and I was especially happy to find olive oil in the cabinet (which I forgot to buy) in order to cook our eggs in the morning. Maureen also provided a binder with all kinds of information regarding the surrounding areas. She even included restaurants/menus and maps of the area. I highly recommend this property! Thank you Maureen!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

SHERI G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute Florida Pet friendly home

Great location - just minutes from St Armand’s. Minutes to Beach . House is decorated beautifully. Comfortable beds . Perfect for 2 small pups with fenced in backyard . Grilled on patio . Will definitely come here again .
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023