Great place to see the dolphins! And less than half a mile from Turtle Beach

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A wooden dock extending into a calm lake with a boat docked at the end.
A living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a large window.
A bedroom with a wooden bed, floral bedspread, a striped rug, and a ceiling fan.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, a refrigerator, a stove, and a coffee maker.
A hallway with a tiled floor leading to a kitchen area with a wooden cabinet and a clock on the wall.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Turtle Beach

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Sarasota, FL
  • Place, Jim Neville Marine Preserve
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Turtle Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Siesta Key Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area

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About the area

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Located in Siesta Key, this apartment is near theme parks and on the waterfront. 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 Turtle Beach and Crescent Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Robarts Sports ARENA, or consider a night out at Sarasota Fairgrounds & Robarts Arena. Jet skiing, kayaking and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Jim Neville Marine Preserve - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Turtle Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Crescent Beach - 5 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Safe Harbor Siesta Key - 5 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Siesta Key Beach - 6 min drive - 6.5 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Carvel - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Overlook - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Casey Key Fish House - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Great place to see the dolphins! And less than half a mile from Turtle Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Great place to see the dolphins! And less than half a mile from Turtle Beach?

As of 27 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Great place to see the dolphins! And less than half a mile from Turtle Beach on 10 Nov 2026 start from £760, 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 Great place to see the dolphins! And less than half a mile from Turtle Beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Great place to see the dolphins! And less than half a mile from Turtle Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Great place to see the dolphins! And less than half a mile from Turtle Beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Great place to see the dolphins! And less than half a mile from Turtle Beach located?

Situated on the waterfront, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Jim Neville Marine Preserve and Turtle Beach. Point of Rocks and Crescent Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 117 out of 139 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 139 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 139 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 139 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 139 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent experience-highly recommended!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay

Excellent location. Very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family vacation

Great property! We will stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Winter getaway

Great few days spent here. Very relaxing and great location-easy to jump on the trolley but nice and quiet at the rental
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy Family Get Away

This spot was perfect for our family. It was out of the hustle bustle, but a quick walk to Turtle Beach. The trolley stop was a quick way for us to connect to shops and restaurants without the headache of parking. The views of Little Sarasota Bay were breathtaking! Wonderful and comfortable stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property had everything we needed. So thankful for the kayaks being available so we could get to Palmer Point. What a beautiful area to swim! We saw a manatee there and plenty of dolphin off the back deck.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Friends trip

Perfect place for a relaxing getaway. The view was beautiful. The place was clean, beds were comfortable, and communication with the owner easy and the response was timely. Short walk to the trolley stop or Turtle Beach access. Truly enjoyed our stay and will definitely be back.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

Perfect location. Steps to trolley pick up. Walkable beach. Lived the kayaks
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing experience and so close to everything

Highly encourage staying here. The view was incredible each morning, saw dolphins and manatees every day, great restaurants within walking distance and close to the trolly stop to get us down town on siesta key. The location really was awesome. Would come back. Love the area
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quality Property in Quiet Location

We enjoyed our time at this quaint, cozy property. It was clean, functioned well, and had great views of Little Sarasota Bay from the upstairs deck. Thanks for the use of your property.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Turtle Beach oasis

The unit was great. It had everything we needed and was a short walk to the beach. We enjoyed sitting on the balcony and watching the fish and dolphins jumping in the bay.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, great amenities. Clean and relatively nice. Parking was challenging because of the restaurant next door. Had a heated confrontation with an uber driver. Comfortably of the furniture was lacking, not unbearable but the couch and chair were very stiff and made it hard to relax in the later evenings.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Dated but spacious and clean

Nice
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Comfortable apartment with a fantastic view!

We loved sitting on the balcony watching the sunrise and the osprey nesting not far away. We saw dolphins one evening and enjoyed exploring in the kayaks. There is a Breeze Trolley stop 2 blocks away, allowing us to visit several beaches on the key easily. We highly recommend this VRBO stay and hope to bisit again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Five-Star View

We spent lots of time on the patio overlooking the waterway. There is an osprey nest close enough to watch the baby. We were there for the full moon, and that was incredible. The condo is spacious and well stocked with everything we needed. Comfy bed as well. And the neighborhood is beautiful, with great restaurants and shops just a short distance away. Close to the beach too.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Vacation House

We enjoyed our stay. We were close to the beaches and wonderful restaurants. The amazing view of the water was perfect. We saw dolphins everyday. The kayaks and paddle boards we so much fun. We had everything we needed for the beach. We would defiantly stay here again. The house could use some more beach towels but that is not a big deal.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Feels like a comfortable home

We loved the location of this property. It was equipped with everything you need and may have forgotten to bring. Loved the lagoon side with dolphins daily. Walking distance to Turtle Beach, great path for walkers/runners and bikers along the road. It was a great gem of a find on VRBO!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

2nd story view was incredible

If you are looking for an apartment in the quiet part of Siesta key this is your place. The 2 bedrooms with the living areas are quite comfortable. The view is beautiful. The apartment is dated but all is in working condition.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Choice!

Absolutely loves our stay at this lovely condo. The deck overlooks the water and we saw manatees, dolphins and many birds. The location was perfect for us because it was on the quiet end and out of all the beaches we visited, Turtle Beach was our favorite. Bonus points because we could walk there. Brunch was fabulous at Turtles on the Bay, directly across from the beach. Can't wait to come back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Except Rest and relaxation spot

Property is in a quiet area. Views of the bay are beautiful and as promised a great place to see dolphins. Everything that was needed was available and owner was very responsive to any questions. Perfect place to paddle board and kayak around the bay or over to the beach for a little beach time. Kitchen was quite large, bedrooms were small and dated, but very clean and neat. Enjoyed our time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Mini Vacation

The place is not the newest place on the beach but it was very cozy, it has everything you need. We brought our kayaks, chairs, long boards, fishing poles and things but they had everything at the facility. I would love to stay here again. If faces bird island which is beautiful, you can walk to the beach or take their bikes or you can take a free trolley on the breeze the the more populated part of the island. My family and I really enjoyed it! Thankful they had aloe on hand for the sunburn, that was one thing I forgot.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The Perfect Spot

Is the place updated? No! But it is clean and comfortable. The key has such a relaxing vibe and this place is such a find. Turtle beach in the morning is amazing. Siesta Beach in the evenings. The restaurant next door has a delicious menu. Truly recommend especially to those that don't want to be in the busy condo zone.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

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

Great little place but some plumbing issues

Sewer gas issues emanating from the 1/2 bath. Property management was responsive. After a reoccurrence we kept the room closed off. Other than that … wonderful stay. I think I could live on the balcony, wonderful views, very peaceful. Kayaks a real treat.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

This upstairs cottage with a great view of sunrise was very clean and comfortable. We did have to wash the sliders because they were all spotted and we wanted to see the view when inside, all utilities worked and there was adequate hot water for the two of us to shower. The bath could be updated with an exhaust fan although the large window above the bath did open. The back yard could use some TLC to make it easier to get the kayak and paddle boards out to the water.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Bay view

This place had everything! We used the kayaks and bikes. Plenty of spices and oils for cooking so no need to buy more. Shampoo and Conditioner provided. There is sunscreen and aloe too. Beach towels, beach chairs and umbrellas. Very Quiet! Very roomy. Close to beach- walk there. Trolly will take you to town for anything else. We loved it and will be back! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
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