3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Beach Villa - Sleeps 10.
Location: Private Homes, Siesta Key, Florida South West, Florida, USA (Beach Road on ocean side w/ direct beach access.) View Map
Accommodations: Townhome, 3 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2.5 Baths (Sleeps 10)
Keywords: Townhome / Beach Villa
As you enter the Shells Villa for the first time you know you are not in a typical vacation home. From the Spanish tile to the beautiful rugs and antique furnishings, you truly feel like a special guest.
Leave your car behind, sheltered in your private two plus car garage. Walk out the door and down the private footpath. In seconds you are on one of the most beautiful white powder sand beaches in the world. No streets to cross, no driving, and no looking for a parking place.
Walk half a block to restaurants and shopping at the Village on Siesta Key. Enjoy over 2000 square feet of gracious living in Spanish Mediterranean Villa style.
The Property & Location
? Where is the home located and what is the exact address? The home is located on Siesta Key and the exact address is 312 Beach Road, Sarasota, FL 34242.
? What kind of property is this? The Shells Villa is a three story townhouse that is part of a four unit development that was built in the mid 1990’s. This home has its own gated entrance from Beach Road.
? How big is the home? The Shells Villa has three bedrooms and 2.5 baths. One of the bathrooms is attached to the master bedroom. The total square footage of the home is just over three-thousand (3,000). There are three floors with each floor being 1,000 square feet.
? What rooms are on each floor? The ground floor has the private two car garage, secured storage area, and entry foyer. The main floor contains the kitchen, pantry, dining room, living room, half bath, and balcony/deck. The upstairs floor contains the master bedroom / bath, bedrooms 2 & 3, laundry area, linen closets, and common bathroom.
? Can I walk to the beach? Yes, the unit is located on the ocean side Beach Rd and there is one house between the Shells Villa and the beach. Just walk across the courtyard and through the designated path and you are on the beach. It's 230 feet to the beach.
? Does the home have views of the beach or ocean? Although the home is practically on the beach it does not have any direct views of the beach or ocean because it faces Beach Road. If you are standing on the main floor lanai you can see a limited and obstructed view of the beach and ocean.
? How many beds does the home have? There are two (2) queen size beds, two (2) full size bunk beds, two (2) twin size bunk beds, one (1) queen sofa bed, one (1) queen sleeper sofa, and two (2) inflatable Aero beds.
? How close to the Village area is the unit? The Shells Villa is just steps away from where Beach Rd turns into Ocean Blvd. This intersection is the beginning of the Siesta Key Village. The Siesta Key Village or as the locals call it "The Village" is where many of the restaurants, boutiques, bars, and ice cream shops are located. It is considered the heart of Siesta Key.
? Does the home have a pool? No, we don't have a pool in the complex, but the Lido Beach Pool is available for your use. The Lido Beach Pool is heated, open to the public and is located at 400 Ben Franklin Drive, Sarasota, FL. The pool is open Tuesday through Sunday from 10 am - 4:45 pm. The cost is $4 for adults and $2 for kids/seniors.
? Do you allow dogs? Yes, we do allow dogs. There is an additional dog fee of $150. The fee is used to clean the carpets and upholstery after each pet rental.
? Can we bring our dog to the beach? Siesta Key is very pet friendly, but dogs are not allowed on the beach. If you want your dog to experience the water we suggest Bird Key Park. It is located at 200 John Ringling Causeway, Bird Key, Sarasota 34236.
? Are there laundry facilities in the home? Yes, there is a washer and dryer in the unit.
? Does the home have an elevator? Yes, the unit has a private elevator that serves all three floors. The elevator is available for convenience purposes only and should not be considered for individuals or families that require 100% elevator uptime. As this is a single elevator in a private home (not a hotel), if the elevator needs to be serviced we do not have a backup option while the repairs are being made.
? How many TV’s are in the home? Three. There is one 47" flat screen television in the living room and two 32" flat screen TV's in the bedrooms. Each one has Verizon cable and twp jave a DVD player. The living room has a Blu Ray DVD player which also plays standard DVDs and CDs. The TV’s cannot be moved to different rooms because cable is only setup in these areas.
? Does the home have a fireplace? Yes, it has a wood burning fireplace in the living room. You will need to provide your own wood which can be purchased at the local grocery store in Siesta Village.
? Does the unit have a gas grill? Yes, there is a gas grill stored in the garage that is available for renter use.
? What else is available for renter use? There are sand toys, beach chairs, beach mats, coolers, and a beach umbrella stored in the garage. The unit also has bath & beach towels and bed linen.
? Does the home have a crib or high chair? There is a high chair in the home, but no crib. We routinely work with ABC Rentals at 866-342-2446 and they can coordinate delivery of cribs, toddler beds, or other beach rentals so that the items can be in the home before you arrive. They have reasonable prices and great customer service.
? Does the home have a telephone and Internet? Yes, there is a telephone in the unit that includes free local calls. The unit also has Verizon Fios high speed Internet access which can be connected to via a Cat5 line or via wireless WiFi access. You will need to provide your own computer/laptop.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided
- Elevator : Private elevator access from garage to all three floors.
- Washer
- Dryer
- Garage : 2.5 Car Private Garage with plenty of storage.
- Covered Parking : 2.5 Car Private Garage with plenty of storage.
- Off Street Parking : 2.5 Car Private Garage with plenty of storage.
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- Queen Bed (3) : One in master bedroom, one in 2nd bedroom, and one sleeper sofa in living room.
- Bunk Bed (4) : Two (2) full size bunk beds and two (2) twin size bunk beds in 3rd bedroom.
- Convertible Bed (2) : Home also has two (2) twin size Aero beds.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV (3) : Living room had 47" flat screen full HD (1080P) TV with cable and Blu Ray DVD player (also plays standard CDs & DVDs), IPOD docking station, and surround sound audio system. 2 Bedrooms also have 32" flat screen TVs with cable.
- DVD
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Catering Available : Access to full concierge services available.
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio : Gated outdoor area with cobblestone patio.
- Balcony
- Lanai
- View/Location
- Beach View : Townhouse faces Beach Road, but has private access to Siesta Key beach. Limited Gulf view from lanai and yard.
- Ocean View : Townhouse faces Beach Road, but has private access to Siesta Key beach. Limited Gulf view from lanai and yard.
- Communications
- Telephone
- Broadband Internet : Wired and wireless (WiFi) Internet included.
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : High speed wireless Internet included.
- Other Amenities
- Gated townhome.
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly : We allow dogs with a $150 pet cleaning fee.
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations) : Elevator serves all three floors.
- Wheelchair Accessible (may have limitations) : Elevator serves all three floors.
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sailing
- Boating
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Live Theatre
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Museums
- Shelling
- Hiking
- Restaurants
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Jan......... $1500/week .. $4800/month (7 day min stay)
Feb-March... $1900/week .. $6000/month (7 day min stay)
April....... $1600/week .. $5100/month (7 day min stay)
May-Aug..... $1435/week .. $4600/month (7 day min stay)
Sept-Nov.... $1250/week .. $3600/month (2 day min stay)
December ... $1435/week .. $4600/month (7 day min stay)
- Plus $120 for Cleaning Fee, $45 for Damage Insurance and 12% Tax
- Payment Schedule: $500 due at booking and remainder 60 days prior to check in
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
The Shells Villa - on the Beach and Next to the Village
Year Purchased: 2008
Why the Owner Chose Private Homes
We have young children and we like the convenience of staying right on the beach so that we don't have to cross any roads or worry about parking our car. In addition, we love having Siesta Village just down the street. We regularly frequent the restaurants, bars, and shops located in the village.
The Unique Benefits at this Townhome
Walk to everywhere! Stay right on the beach. If you want more info our our home we've created a website with more pictures and information at ShellsVilla . com
Owner's Map of Private Homes
We started coming to Siesta Key in 2006 and we fell in love with the area. It's a family friendly area with something to do for everyone.
Owners: Julie & Orazio
Property Photos
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- 3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Beach Villa - Sleeps 10. - Siesta Key Condo
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- Aerial view. Just 230 feet to the beach! We are also 1 block from the village. - Siesta Key Condo
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- View from the lanai. - Siesta Key Condo
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- Living room has a 47" flat screen TV, Blu Ray DVD player, surround sound, etc..
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- Large fully stocked kitchen with stainless steel appliances and table.
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- Dining room seat six people and is located next to the lanai.
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- The lanai seats four people.
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- Master bedroom with queen bed, 32" flat screen TV, and walk in closet.
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- Guest bedroom with queen bed, 32" flat screen TV and plenty of storage.
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- Bunk bed room has 2 full size beds and two twin beds.
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- Living room also has a queen size sleeper sofa.
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- Master bath has a separate tub and shower.
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- Guest bathroom has a tub and shower combination.
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- Desk area next to the living room has wired and wireless (WiFi) Internet.
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- In-unit laundry.
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- Elevator serves all three floors.
Traveler Reviews (8)
Dream Holiday Vacation in Siesta Key
Guest: Ana
(Hollywood, FL)
Date of Stay: 12/17/11
Review Submitted: 12/26/11
Our entire family had an amazing time during this holiday vacation. This home was welcoming and was the perfect location. Short comfortable walk to the beach and quick walk to the Village was enjoyable, even for the grandparents. The house was clean and well maintained. Very friendly neighbors. Can't say enough about the memorable times we had. Thank you.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, people with disabilities, sightseeing, pet owners, girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Fantastic Family Spring Break!
Guest: Kim
(Plymouth, Mi)
Date of Stay: 03/05/11
Review Submitted: 11/19/11
We rented the Shells Villa in March of 2011 and had a wonderful time. This is our second time we have rented the Villa. We have two teenage girls. There was plenty of place for them to have their privacy, but for all of us to be together. Everything you need in the kitchen. Great layout in the living room. Close enough for everyone to walk to town. The paths are a quick walk to the beautiful beach. This section of the beach was never crowded. Shells Villa is perfect. We will be back in 2012.
Recommended for:Tourists without a car, girls getaway, families with young children, families with teenagers.
As ideal as it gets....
Guest: Saratoga
(Saratoga Springs, NY)
Date of Stay: 05/21/11
Review Submitted: 05/29/11
We have just returned from a week at the Shells Villa in Siesta Key, and simply put - this is as ideal as it gets! We have two kids, 5 and 3.5 - they LOVED it. The convenience of the beach, the village, and all amenities in the home are wonderful and really made things easy for us. Beautiful space, had everything we needed, and a huge plus were all of the beach needs in the lower level/garage. Internet was fully working, a direct ethernet connection. Both my husband and I had to work from there, and had no issues at all. Really enjoyed two evenings in St. Armands Square and the Mote Aquarium w the kids, plus of course Big Olaf's was a lifesaver! Great restaurants right in Siesta Key! Owner and Coldwell were very responsive, and great to work with! Our expectations were exceeded, and we will be renting again next year!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Very nice townhouse....wonderful beach!
Guest: Betty K.
(Harrisonburg, Virginia)
Date of Stay: 05/10/11
Review Submitted: 05/24/11
This was our first visit to Siesta Key and we loved it. Shells Villa is a very nice, well-maintained three story townhouse, with the main living space on the second floor and the bedrooms upstairs. The kitchen is well equipped and it was nice having a grill that we could use, too. The balcony has a limited view of the gulf if you look out to the side. The elevator wasn't working when we arrived and when I called, the rental agent offered to send someone to help us carry our luggage, etc., upstairs, which was nice, but we did it ourselves....there are a lot of stairs! Someone came to fix the elevator the next day and it was fine after that. The elevator does come in handy when you are bringing in groceries, etc. I called to get the password for the wireless internet and while it seemed to connect, we could never get a good enough signal for it to actually work. Luckily, one of the people in our group had a phone with an internet hub, so we could use that. The property is beautifully landscaped and the courtyard area is so pretty. The walk down the path to the beach takes maybe three minutes and it's a nice little walk....we saw rabbits, toads, lizards and a turtle! The beach itself is absolutely beautiful. It was nice having umbrellas and chairs we could use in the garage. We loved Siesta Village, too, which is a short walk up the street. There are restaurants, bars and shops and we ate there almost every night. You really don't have to drive once you're there if you just want to enjoy the beach and eat out in the nearby restaurants. Our adult kids did book a kayak tour that was 15 or 20 minutes away and they enjoyed that. If you want to go to any of the Orlando attractions, they are about two hours away. I would definitely recommend this property to anyone wanting to vacation in Siesta Key. We had a great vacation.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Great Place
Guest: Mary Anne
(Orlando, FL)
Date of Stay: 01/24/11
Review Submitted: 04/20/11
This was our 2nd stay here. The home is well equipped, with lots of space. The location (right next to the beach and a short walk to village) is super. The owner is very helpful and takes very good care of his property. Thanks again! We enjoyed our stay very much and will definitely come back again.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, people with disabilities, pet owners, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
All around great place
Guest: James
(Ann Arbor, MI)
Date of Stay: 12/04/10
Review Submitted: 01/18/11
Dealt with the owner to book the place. They had a website that had a ton of pics and very good description. Very good location and size for the price. Right next to the beach. Would definetly stay here again.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, pet owners, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Guestbook Comment
Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 04/01/09
Review Submitted: 04/03/09
My family and I have rented homes in the past, but this one was the best experience we've had. The home is decorated beautifully and the location is amazing. Right on the beach and the village area is down the street. You can't beat it.
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Guest: Lisa L.
(New York, NY)
Date of Stay: 01/08/09
Review Submitted: 01/08/09
Your property was very nice. We have stayed at VRBO places a number of times before and yours was by far the nicest. The decor was beautiful and also very comfortable. I'm usually quite picky, and found your place to be without any problems!
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