Cozy 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home with a spacious living room, fully equipped kitchen, and a large backyard featuring a beautiful oak tree and a relaxing porch. The backyard also includes a patio deck with a gas grill and fire pit—perfect for entertaining.
Located just 5 minutes from Main Street, a few blocks from the Legacy Bike Trail, and 15 minutes to Lido Beach and St. Armands Circle for shopping, dining, and entertainment. Recently updated with new appliances, countertops, and bathrooms, this home offers comfort and convenience.
Enjoy easy access to downtown Sarasota, Siesta Key, golf courses, parks, and attractions. Whether you’re seeking a relaxing getaway or an adventurous vacation, this home is the perfect retreat.
Note: The home is rented as a whole; no shared spaces.
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This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Long-term renters welcome
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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
About the area
Sarasota
Alta Vista, a neighbourhood in Sarasota, is home to this holiday home. 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 Crescent Beach and Siesta Key Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Ed Smith Stadium or Longboat Key Public Tennis Center. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, water tubing and parasailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
Colonial Village Shopping Center - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
Regal Hollywood - Sarasota - 6 min drive - 3.7 km
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens - 8 min drive - 5.1 km
Getting around
Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 18 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 4 min drive
Postal 98 Cafe - 3 min drive
Starbucks - 3 min drive
Circle K - 14 min walk
Little Caesars Pizza - 15 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Sunny Serenity – Near Town & Beach 🌴😎 pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Sunny Serenity – Near Town & Beach 🌴😎?
As of 14 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sunny Serenity – Near Town & Beach 🌴😎 on 12 Sept 2026 start from £230, 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 at Sunny Serenity – Near Town & Beach 🌴😎?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Sunny Serenity – Near Town & Beach 🌴😎?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Sunny Serenity – Near Town & Beach 🌴😎?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Sunny Serenity – Near Town & Beach 🌴😎 located?
Located in Alta Vista, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Tuttle Avenue Park and Payne Park. Colonial Village Shopping Center and Regal Hollywood - Sarasota are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The house was located on a very quiet dead end street, presented as pictured and was comfortable for our long weekend. The kitchen appeared well stocked and the master bed was extremely comfortable. The host was very accommodating and responsive. I would recommend this house for your Sarasota stay!
Exceeded expectations on every level including cleanliness, comfort, location and host communication/assistance. Don’t hesitate on this one…. Book it!!
We absolutely loved the property it was very clean and had all the necessities. Our hostess Cristina provided a list of activities from sightseeing to restaurants and we visited several, enjoyed each and every place! We communicated several times and she was always very prompt in responding, definitely would recommend staying here as we would again if the opportunity comes our way.
Property was amazing and very clean,, so many nice amenities extras like beach chairs and an umbrella made a huge difference, The place was amazingly clean quiet neighborhood neighbors were very friendly
shaun h.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Mar 2025
Thank you so much Shaun. I am very glad that you enjoy the property. Come back to visit again soon.
Absolutely lovely home and yard. Beautifully decorated with a great backyard. The reservation process was easy. It was close to everything we wanted to do and see. We really enjoyed our stay.It was
fantastic location; updated decor and appliances. overall rating 10-super easy to get around city. near beaches and restuarants-great place for your group! dave
dave m.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Apr 2024
Thank you Dave. I am very pleased that you had a great stay. I thrive for my guests to have the best experience while they are staying at my place on vacation. You’ve been a great guest and you are always welcome back.
The home is beautiful and clean! Everything you need is there. The host was always available. Highly recommend this place. Close to everything. Thank you for sharing your home.
Teresa L.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Apr 2025
Thank you Teresa. I am glad you enjoy your stay. Come back visit again soon.
One of the cleanest and nicely decorated rentals we have stayed in. The remodeling is recent, like brand new. Cristina was easy to communicate with. Responded quickly to questions. Would highly recommend.
Randy L.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Apr 2025
Thank you very much for your feedback Randy. I’m glad you enjoyed your stay. Safe travels back home.
This house was perfect for us. It was a great location, only about 10 min to downtown and close to major roads. The house was immaculate, comfortable and very nicely decorated. We loved the outside space in the back especially. The house was very well stocked and Cristina was responsive and available. We look forward to coming back next year. Thanks Cristina!
Chari G.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Mar 2025
Thank you very much Cheri. It will be s pleasure to host you again next year ☺️.
Everything is as listed. Extremely clean, quite comfortable and enjoyable. This is not a "it'll do" property. Lovely back yard to unwind after romping at the beach all day. Extremely convenient to everything, down town, the arts, beaches,baseball and more!
Plain T.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Mark W.
7 Apr 2015
Excellet stay
I stayed here for over 2 months while working in Sarasota. The house is very nice, clean and well supplied. I felt very comfortable and at home there. Although the owner lives there, I often had the house to myself and had full access the home all the times. The host is incredibly nice and checks to make your stay is all it can be. The next time I work in Sarasota, I will stay here again.
Mark W.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
5 Apr 2014
Nice spot
This was a real find for me. It was close to downtown Sarasota and Siesta Key Beach. The host was most accommodating. The room and house were exactly as described on VRBO. Within two days my security deposit was refunded. I plan on staying there again next year.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Henry S.
30 Mar 2014
Good value; great property
This home is immaculate and very tastefully decorated. The listing and photos accurately reflect the property. Sarasota is not a large city, but the home is very convenient to downtown, beaches and other attractions. The owner was very helpful, knowledgeable about the area, and made me feel very much at home. The neighborhood is safe and quiet. Downtown restaurants (particularly the ones on Main St.) are very good. I would recommend this property to friends and relatives.
Henry S.
Archival
8/10 Good
20 Apr 2014
Nice place to stay.
I actually rented this room for two of us, my daughter and myself, for the spring brake vacation. The bed was big enough to hold both of us comfortably as we are in the petite size. The house was clean and just like on picture, welcoming. We had a great time staying here and hardly saw Christina.
As for Christina, she was great and very accommodating to any request. I would highly recommend this property. The neighborhood was very quite and safe. Location is perfect as well. It is closed to the center of the city where all the action is. Wish we could stay longer
Archival
6/10 Okay
KATHY C.
27 Mar 2014
Property was nice!
I was overall happy with the house however the property owner kept coming over to either drop stuff off or come in the house. Also the property owner said that there was damage when we lefted and there was not. I have not received my deposit back either.
KATHY C.
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jun 2022
Hello there,
I am very happy to hear that you enjoyed staying in my home. I always try to make it a wonderful experience for my guests. I never intended to bother you when I came by to pick up something from my office (since I usually live in the house and I only rent the guest room), which was the only time I came inside the house. The only other visit was to drop off a beach umbrella, as a favor to you, since you had asked for one. I hope it was useful to your family. Regarding the damage to the kitchen cabinet , I did send you a message the day you left, but never received a response. As you are aware, per the lease agreement, any damage caused by the occupant will be their responsibility. Please feel free to reach out to me if there is any questions I can answer for you.
Overall, I was very pleased to have you all there and to know that you had a great time with your family.
Sincerely,
Cristina G.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Iris T.
16 Aug 2014
Grreat!
I enjoyed my 6-night stay at this vacation rental. The owner gives one access to the kitchen and the other common living areas, which gives one a feeling of having rented much more than a room. There is also access to the backyard and deck, and the front porch, all of which are very nice. The neighborhood is residential with well-kept yards, very quiet. The owner is very accommodating and went the extra mile to make me feel at home. Since it's her residence, she of course lives there, which worked well for me because when she was around, I could ask her questions about Sarasota. Everything was within short driving distances, which I loved. Since I am sensitive to most fragrances, the only con for me was that there was always a fragrance pervading the house, especially in the living room. It may have been coming from a plug-in air freshener. Most people would love that but for those of us who are sensitive, and our numbers are growing, it is a source of discomfort. Thankfully, my discomfort was not major so I chose to not say anything.. However, I am sure the owner would have eliminated the fragrance if I had mentioned it. Everything else about my stay there was great.
Iris T.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Caitlin M.
20 Aug 2016
A wonderful welcoming home!
I stayed here for almost two months while playing with Opera-- and Christina's home was a such a wonderful place to stay in! The house is in a great location-- easy to get downtown, but removed enough to be peaceful and relaxing. I highly recommend staying here!
Caitlin M.
Stayed 48 nights in Jan 2016
About the host
Hosted by Cristina Giacomazzi
I'm thrilled you're considering staying in my home. Having lived in Sarasota for 25 incredible years, this house was my first, where I happily resided for two decades. For 20 years, this was my first and only home, and I poured my heart into it. I genuinely take pride and care for it, ensuring every corner is maintained with love and attention. This house holds so many amazing memories for me, and my greatest hope is for my guests to feel the same sense of joy and belonging that I did, because I truly believe it is such a special house. Being centrally located, so close to downtown and the amazing beaches around, it would let you experience the best of Sarasota and surroundings. I am committed to making sure that whoever is staying here has an amazing and relaxing time, feeling like the house is entirely theirs for the duration of their stay. Your comfort and enjoyment are my top priority. I truly look forward to sharing this cherished part of Sarasota with you.
Why they chose this property
My priority for this home was achieving the perfect balance: minutes away from downtown excitement, yet perfectly secluded. Situated on a dead-end street, the privacy here ensures a truly peaceful stay.
What makes this property unique
Once you pull in, your eyes will immediately go to the gigantic majestic oak tree in the front, it's a stunning gift from nature. I know you'll love sitting on the porch swing and admiring it for hours. But the beauty doesn't end there: head to the backyard and you'll find an even more pleasing sanctuary. The captivating space, filled with flowers and anchored by a welcoming fire pit, is truly enchanting.