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Lovely Cottage ❤ Very close to Siesta Beach or Downtown Sarasota!

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Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4950 sq ft

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Air conditioning
Kitchen

Explore the area

Sarasota, FL

Sarasota Memorial Hospital
‪3 min drive‬
St. Armands Circle
‪12 min drive‬
Lido Beach
‪15 min drive‬
Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Guest

2 Single Beds

Master

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Lovely Cottage ❤ Very close to Siesta Beach or Downtown Sarasota!

Best thing about this home is LOCATION. Very central to everything Sarasota. This home has its own private entrance, outside barbecue, washer/dryer, two large flat screens, and fully stocked kitchen. Comfy beds, wonderfully decorated, very kid-friendly furniture, no Glass. Tons of Eateries, Grocery Stores, a CineBistro Movie Theater, gyms and things to do all within walking distance. 10 to 15 min drive to Siesta Key Beach or Downtown Sarasota.

Key Residence Features
- Amenities include a fully-equipped kitchen, air conditioning, Free Hi-Speed WiFi, Huge Flat-Screen TVs, Beach Chairs & Towels, and More!
Rental age restrictions:
-This property has a minimum primary renter age requirement of 25.
- Non-Refundable pet fee of $150 required. One (1) Pet Max.
-Stays in excess of three weeks shall incur an additional cleaning fee.

Property manager

Great Stay Homes

Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

$150.00 Non-Refundable Pet Fee required.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

One guest MUST be 25 years or older and must occupy rental for duration of reservation

Travel Insurance is strongly encouraged should your reservation need to be cancelled for ANY reason.

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

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

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Sarasota

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in South Sarasota, a neighbourhood in Sarasota. 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 Siesta Key Beach and Crescent Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Coconuts Family Entertainment Center, or check out an event or a game at Stardust Event Center. Jet skiing and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and horse riding nearby.

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Sarasota, FL

What's nearby

Sarasota Memorial Hospital - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
Marina Jack - 7 min drive - 5.5 km
Siesta Key Beach - 9 min drive - 6.6 km
St. Armands Circle - 12 min drive - 11.2 km
Lido Beach - 15 min drive - 13.3 km

Getting around

Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

‪Walt's Fish Market Wholesale - ‬7 min walk
‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
‪Red Barn Bar - ‬4 min walk
‪CinéBistro - ‬4 min walk
‪Sonny's BBQ - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Lovely Cottage ❤ Very close to Siesta Beach or Downtown Sarasota! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Lovely Cottage ❤ Very close to Siesta Beach or Downtown Sarasota!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lovely Cottage ❤ Very close to Siesta Beach or Downtown Sarasota!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lovely Cottage ❤ Very close to Siesta Beach or Downtown Sarasota! located?

This family-friendly Sarasota holiday home is located near the beach, within 1 mi (2 km) of Coconuts Family Entertainment Center and The Landings. Marie Selby Botanical Gardens and Gulf Gate Mall are also within 3 miles (5 km).

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Joliene W.

Jul 7, 2025

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

Great location

Enjoyed the location. It was unfortunate the common wall allowed me to hear the other guests talking, laughing and snoring. Had to wear ear plugs. Otherwise, the property was as advertised.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Kay A.

Apr 17, 2025

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

Great location

Conveniently located.Didn’t realize it was a duplex but no issues.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

Apr 3, 2025

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

Quiet Getaway

My husband and I needed a few days off rest and relaxation and this place truly delivered. Very clean. All the amenities to make our stay comfortable and relaxing.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H.

Mar 29, 2025

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

Perfect for our Florida stay

This was my first time utilizing the VRBO app. I was apprehensive, however the owners of this property made the process incredibly easy. Beautiful house that was perfect for our Florida stay. I would highly recommend this property and would definitely stay again.

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cristina A.

Mar 22, 2024

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

Adorable beach house within the city

We enjoyed our stay and had a great time. The location is perfect for family to have a mix experience in Sarasota.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel O.

Jan 30, 2019

Great place to stay. Clean and very functional.

Great experience!

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Andrea K.

Aug 2, 2024

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

Great vacation!

This property is location is very convenient to multiple activities. The house is clean and well kept. Checking and checkout process was very easy. We enjoyed our stay!

Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

James G.

Jun 24, 2024

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

2nd time

This was our second time staying here. Great place, very convenient to everything.

Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne D.

Apr 22, 2021

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

Good central location

Nice week. Place was clean, quiet and had everything we needed

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alisa J.

Apr 8, 2024

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

Great value

Property is as advertised. Close to great restaurants and easy access via car to the best beaches.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patty F.

Jan 15, 2024

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

Great little place

Very clean and updated, even better than photos. Convenient location. Host answered all our questions very quickly before arrival. We will stay here again.

Stayed 13 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ted W.

Jul 6, 2024

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

Sarasota 24

Very clean and perfect size for our needs. Well stocked kitchen and linen. King size bed was very comfortable. Washer and dryer was a big plus.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

Jun 3, 2024

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

Close to everything!

Mark was an amazing host! He provided a great book full of suggestions for restaurants, attractions, about beaches and shopping areas This cozy VRBO offered a comfortable living space, a quiet neighborhood that was so close to everything Sarasota, Siesta Key, Venice and so many beaches.

Stayed 10 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle F.

Apr 25, 2021

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

This is a gem!

Great location! We enjoyed our stay! Easy drive to the beach and food! Nice and clean! Great communication!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Christine M.

Jan 13, 2025

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

Clean and cute

The place was clean and cute. My only issue was the grill was broken. We couldn’t get it lit. We love to grill so this was disappointing.

Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul J.

Jan 1, 2024

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

Christmas 2023

cozy and convenient location . close to everything. surprisingly quiet st for being so close to bee ridge and rt 41

Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Doug L.

Jun 17, 2019

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

Amazing Beach House!

Perfect for our family! They had everything we needed. Fully stocked kitchen. Grocery stores and yummy restaurants within 2 miles. Siesta Key Beach (#1 Beach in the US) is a short 5 mile drive. Fun beach toys for the kids, chairs and beach towels. We highly recommend and would definitely stay there again and again!!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kjell G.

Nov 22, 2019

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

Awesome place, extremely nice maintained, very ckean, great location

We absolutely loved our stay this house. It is very well equipped, everything available, especially in the well stocked kitchen(even a croc pot). The house was extremely clean. Location was great, short drive to the beach, Publix right across the street. Thank you Mark! We will come back.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

May 18, 2024

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

Duplex

Good

Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi H., Harshaw

Mar 23, 2021

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

Sarasota Stay

We loved our stay. Everything was perfect. Mark was available promptly for any questions we had. Place was very clean and kitchen was fully stock with everything you need. Beaches are just a few mins. away. Plenty of excellent restaurants close by and groceries. Be sure to check out the Amish markets if you are buying groceries and fresh fish from Walt's down the road. We plan on staying again next year!!

Stayed 41 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Thomas A.

Mar 4, 2023

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

vacation 2023

Very clean. A second bathroom would have been nice.Toilet should be a handle and not a push down.A few more dishes of various sizes would be n/ice, but overall it was a great place to stay. Very nice location

Stayed 27 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Jillian Z.

Jun 4, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Cute and cozy

We enjoyed our stay, the location was great and the home was very clean and cozy ! We were however surprised to see upon arrival it was a duplex style… not sure what they call that in Florida. Luckily we didn’t have neighboring guests until our last night. We were looking for something a little more private because we had two screaming girls 1 and 2 years old that don’t know how to use inside voices yet... Overall it was a very nice home and had all the amenities. Would definitely recommend. Thank you for making our first family vacation memorable !

Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

SANDRA S.

Jul 26, 2019

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

Wish we could have stayed longer

This property is located in the middle of everything possible yet it was so secluded. My family and I felt so comfortable and definitely I will use this place again if I am in Sarasota. Mark (the owner) was so pleasant and also gave us enough time in checking in and checking out. All the furniture was also updated together with all the appliances. The kitchen and bathroom was updated and the entire place was clean. I will definitely call on any of Mark's properties if I am on the West Coast since he is so organized. Sandra

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Theresa M.

Jun 11, 2023

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

Cozy cottage

This apartment was as described, clean and quiet. The bed was comfortable which is so important. We loved the washer and dryer convenience and the central air was always cool. We were so close to everything. NThe apartment is centrally located to Siesta Key beach and downtown Sarasota. Everything was within 10-15 minutes away. The trees outside provide some shade on the patio which was comfortable later in the afternoon after a day at the beach. You can rent umbrella’s and chairs at Siesta Key after 9:30am. Some restaurants that are a must, Owens Fish Camp has a fantastic menu, super casual Casa Mesa for the best soft tacos anywhere. The best Italian food we found to be Bevardis Salute in downtown Sarasota order the fried calamari appetizer and lasagna entree. If you love going to the gym while you are vacationing EOS fitness is 5 minutes away. We absolutely love Sarasota!

Stayed 9 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Kasey M.

Jun 27, 2024

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

Nice

The only complaint I would have would be that there were only four parking spots. One spot is all I needed. And every time I left and came back, there would be trash cans, parked right in my parking spot so when I would come, I would have to get out of my car and move the trash cans just to be able to pull in. This happened on multiple occasions. Someone kept putting those garbage cans in the spot so that I could not park. And for most of the time, all four parking spots were taking when I arrived again. I would have to get out of my car just to move the trash cans over so I could park.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Great Stay Homes

At Great Stay Homes, we offer guests fantastic locations throughout the Sarasota area in extremely clean condition. Our team offers exceptional service from check-in to check out. We look forward to welcoming you at our beautiful properties. Great Stay Homes - "Where Every Stay is a Great Stay!"

Why they chose this property

Our home is centrally located in Sarasota. You can walk to everything really. Car not needed. Movies, restaurants, bookstores, shopping all around you. Take an Uber to the beach in about 10 minutes!

What makes this property unique

Our location puts you in a great Sarasota location without being stuck in traffic. If you are looking for a great Sarasota experience, this location really will make getting around Sarasota easy.