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The Cottage Next Door Best Downtown location in Sarasota

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Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Games
    A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
  • At the center of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Marie Selby Botanical Gardens

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Kitchenette
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Sarasota, FL
  • Place, Marie Selby Botanical Gardens
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Marina Jack
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Sarasota Opera House
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Dining area

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About the neighborhood

Sarasota

Located in Sarasota, this cottage is in the city center. St. Armands Circle and Mall at University Town Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lido Beach and Siesta Key Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Ed Smith Stadium, or consider a night out at Sarasota Fairgrounds & Robarts Arena. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and cycling nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Marie Selby Botanical Gardens - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Bayfront Park - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Marina Jack - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Sarasota Opera House - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall - 3 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪O'Leary's Tiki Bar & Grill - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Cask and Ale - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪P.F. Chang's China Bistro - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Pastry Art - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Cottage Next Door Best Downtown location in Sarasota pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Cottage Next Door Best Downtown location in Sarasota ?

As of Oct 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Cottage Next Door Best Downtown location in Sarasota on Oct 25, 2026 start from $362, 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?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Cottage Next Door Best Downtown location in Sarasota ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Cottage Next Door Best Downtown location in Sarasota ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Cottage Next Door Best Downtown location in Sarasota located?

Located in Central Sarasota, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Marie Selby Botanical Gardens and Sarasota Memorial Hospital. St. Armands Circle is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cottage was absolutely beautiful. The restoration was spot on. It had all the amenities and then some!! The host was lovely as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 8, 2026
Pamela… I can’t thank you enough for the kind and complementary review of the Cottage Next Door!! So happy we were able to meet and talk before you left. Got to meet your sweet sister the next day…she’s awesome!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

wonderful cottage super location

One week stay, perfect location. Lovely front porch. Bedrooms have a queen and perhaps a full, or queen bed.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice home

We enjoyed our stay here over MLK weekend. House was clean and equipped with everything we needed. The location was good for walking to DT Sarasota.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cottage in a perfect downtown location!

We wanted a location to be able to walk to restaurants and bars. Short distance to beach also. Perfect! Host was easy to contact and even gave us early check in! Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

Spotlessly clean, great location within walking distance of harbor and many restaurants. We absolutely loved our stay. House has many thoughtful upgrades that made our stay particularly pleasant! Owner was very available and helpful! Thank you for having us!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 20, 2024
Rachel, thank you so much for all your detailed info & positive review of our Cottage! You left the place so clean & tidy :) much appreciated…. We hope to see you again next visit to Sarasota.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cutest place in Sarasota

I can't say enough nice things about this house and owner. Check in was smooth. Everything we needed was in place. Location was perfect. House was cute as a button and owner was so very kind. I would give this rental 10 stars.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 12, 2024
Kim, I simply cannot thank you enough for that outstanding review!! Honestly, one of the best we’ve ever had and I look forward to your next stay with us at The Cottage Next Door! All the best, Nyoka
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful cottage in great location

This cottage met every expectation. Great location for walking around downtown Sarasota, owner has thought of every need from bathroom toiletries to kitchen gadgets. Very clean and nicely appointed. Beds were super comfy. Not one complaint! Will definitely book again when we're back in Sarasota.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

1st Visit to Sarasota

Our stay was just spectacular. The cottage is just lovely. My niece & family moved to Sarasota 2 yrs ago & this was our 1st vist. The cottage is perfectly located to walking for everything. It is set up with all conveniences & so nice & quite for relaxation if choosing to just stay in. We loved our stay & hope to stay again in the future. Craig & Nyoka, thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming Cottage!

A beautiful cottage in a great area — plenty of room for my wife and I. Nyoka and Craig were wonderful to work with — very accommodating, and always accessible. Great location - a short 5 minute walk to downtown and all the shopping and restaurants, and an awesome breakfast/ lunch place right across the street! The cottage was well appointed; excellent amenities, fast wifi, comfortable bedding, plenty of towels, and a nice front porch where we sat outside every morning and evening. And you can take advantage of Nyoka’s spa just steps away! Loved out stay and will definitely return!
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

great location

My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our 1 month stay at the cottage. It was within walking distance of Main St. and the restaurants and all of the fabulous entertainment that Sarasota has to offer. The cottage was perfect for both of us and our daughter stayed for a week and loved it. Everything worked perfectly, internet, TV, air conditioning and there is a nice washer and dryer that we used. We would definitely go back. The owners couldn't have done more for us and they kept the grounds in excellent condition.
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

ideal location, generous amenities, extremely communicative hosts!

The property is in a prime location just a short walk away from downtown Sarasota. It's a cozy space that comes with generous amenities and a welcoming thoughtfulness. The kitchen is well stocked with glassware, dishes, appliances (even without a full kitchen) and supplies, and the bathroom is supplied with shampoo, conditioner, body wash and other sundries. The house provided a wonderful sanctuary from the scorching July heat. Nyoka, the host, was extremely quick to respond to questions and requests. She even helped us schedule a couple of last minute appointments at her spa. All in all, we had a truly relaxing stay at The Cottage.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second stay in this charming cottage- it is spotlessly clean and thoughtfully provisioned with everything we needed. We love the location, a 12 minute walk from all the restaurants in downtown Sarasota. It is also part of a smaller neighborhood with shops, restaurants, and a coffee shop. We were just as happy during our second stay, and would love to come back! Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Weekend Getaway

We loved staying at the cottage next door!! It was very welcoming, super clean and well-appointed with every amenity you could need. The location was perfect, short walk to many restaurants and shops. Also close to the bay front marina. The communication with Nyoka (the owner) was excellent before, during and after our stay. We definitely plan on returning and I look forward to visiting her spa which is right next door.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome location and well suited two bedroom - easy access to lots of things in Sarasota

Great place!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and house

This adorable house is in a great neighborhood conveniently located in downtown Sarasota and close to all the beautiful beaches as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Cottage is fantastic. Quiet area. Very easy to walk into town. Nyoka was amazing to work with!

Fantastic place.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Downtown

This is a great cottage downtown Sarasota. There are restaurants and parks within walking distance. The beds are comfortable and the cottage has everything you need to include beach towels and chairs. Would recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great, Clean accommodations

Everything was just wonderful! My kids loved the whole place!! Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Convenient clean cute. Loved it both times we have been there
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming cottage with everything we needed!

We loved our stay at The Cottage Next Door! The location is perfect, on a quiet street close to everything going on downtown and to the bay and Selby Gardens. The cottage was impeccably clean and tastefully renovated/modernized with great HVAC, comfy beds and everything you could need. The induction burner was easy to use if you want to cook, but we also enjoyed sampling the many restaurants within a few blocks walk. The house was filled with thoughtful extras like filtered water, fresh ice, Kleenex and toiletries, different kinds of coffee and tea and other touches that made our stay even more comfortable. We will definitely stay at the cottage again when we return to Sarasota!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place and location!

Super clean and very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place

The cottage was great! Very clean and nice. Great location downtown, close to everything in the Sarasota area (beaches, restaurants etc.). Host was very nice and responsive, we really enjoyed our stay, would stay again and recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 28, 2021
Thank you so very much Brian for that amazing review!! We truly appreciate it and definitely hope your family can come back and stay at The Cottage Next Door again. We wish you a Healthy and Happy New Year...
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect place to stay in Sarasota!

I’ve stayed in many rentals over the years but this by far has been the best experience. So much thought and care went into the setup of this home for guests!!!! Every possible need was thought of and provided for. Beautiful home!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing location + cute place!!

We had a great experience at the property! Checkin and checkout were a breeze, location was convenient and very walkable and the cottage was incredibly clean. We would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quaint cottage!

This property was just as advertised: very clean and charming. Next time I’m in the area, I’d love to stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 21, 2021
Thank you Hillary...we'd love to have you come back!
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