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VACATION COUNTRY HOUSE ON EQUINE RANCH

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A wooden deck with a railing, surrounded by trees and a building with a beige exterior and brown trim.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white refrigerator, a microwave, and a sink.
A horse grazing in a fenced area with lush greenery and red flowers in the foreground.
A swimming pool with white lounge chairs and a white fence.
A room with a table and chairs, large windows with a view of horses and trees.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
With a bicycle and an outdoor pool, this vacation home offers a perfect retreat. It accommodates 9 guests in 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The property includes a patio, deck, and games. Enjoy water views while engaging in nearby activities like parasailing and kayaking. The stay is pet-friendly, located near shopping and attractions like Celery Fields.

Highlights

  • Dive into relaxation
    Unwind in the top-rated pool, your perfect spot for relaxation.
  • Outdoor pool
    The outdoor pool is a refreshing retreat under the open sky - a rare gem in this area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Patio
  • Air-conditioning
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dog-friendly

Explore the area

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Sarasota, FL
  • Place, Serenoa Golf Club
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Sarasota National Cemetery
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Nathan Benderson Park
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

LOFT

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Half Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

VACATION COUNTRY HOUSE ON EQUINE RANCH

2023 BEST OF SARASOTA AWARD for Horse Boarding Stables
Located in Sarasota, Florida, a Beautiful Gulf Town Nestled Between Fort Myers and Tampa Along the West Coast of Florida. Within 15 Minutes Drive of the Beautiful White Sands of the Gulf of Mexico and Voted the Number 1 Beach in the Country This Year! We are Around 90 Minutes Away From Orlando, the Theme and Adventure Park Capital of the U.S.!

Vacation Stays Only!
The Place You'll Love to Stay At for an Unforgettable Visit to Sarasota! Tranquility At It's Best, With 20 Private Acres Surrounded by Majestic Oaks and Pines. If You Enjoy Outdoor Living then You're Going to Love This Property!

This Beautiful 2 Story Home has Been Totally Refurbished, In a Country/Tropical Setting with a Modern Decor and All the Amenities. It is Available to Rent on a Monthly, Weekly, or Daily Basis.
There is Over 2300 Sq. Ft. of Air Conditioned and Heated Interior Living Space, as well as, a Screened-In Wrap Around Lanai, which has a Lounging and Dining Area, with Views of Our Gorgeous Property and Friendly Horses, as well as, an Outdoor Front Porch!
This Property is Luxuriously Furnished with a Master Suite on the Main Floor, and 2 Bedrooms Plus a Loft Upstairs, Which Will Sleep Up to 9.

Fully Furnished and Equipped, this Home has Everything You've Ever Dreamed and the Property Provides an Environment in Which You Can Kick Back, Relax and Create Some of the Most Memorable Times of Your Life!

There is an Attached 1 Bedroom Suite which sleeps 4 and has a separate entrance and guests share the screened in lanai and laundry room with the Country House.

You Are Also Welcome to Bring Along Your Beloved Dog! We Only Allow 1 Dog Per/Property! We Have a Dog Fee of $10.00 Per/Night or $175.00 Per/Month.


Brand New Beautiful Large Free Form In Ground Pool, with 4,000 Sq. Ft. Sun Deck, with Submerged Sitting Platform for Infants, is In Our Middle 5 Acres. It is Conveniently Located and Has Incredible Views of Our Gorgeous Pond and Horses Grazing in the Pastures!

In Addition, We Have Our Pond View Home which Sleeps 10
Property#7407222

In Addition, We Have Our Vacation Home With a Private Pool which Sleeps 8
Property# 7390224!

In Addition, We Have Our 2 Bedroom Tree House Unit B which Sleeps 6
Property# 7104128!

In Addition We Have Our 2 Bedroom Tree House Unit A which Sleeps 4
Property# 9284684

In Addition, We Have Our Beautiful 1 Bedroom Cottage Which Sleeps 4
Property #7077929.

We Have a Large List Of Testimonials to Share With You, Just Ask! The Testimonials Are From Families Who Have Stayed With Us All the Way From 2010 - to Present Day! We Have Had Large Amish Groups, Groups From Italy, Business Clients (Who Had Their Annual Meetings Onsite), Golfers, Baseball Spring Training Fans, Triathlon and Rowing Competitors, Couples, Family Reunions etc. Stay With Us! All of Which Were a Pleasure to Have and We Welcome Them Back With Open Arms! Perhaps This May Help in Assisting You With Your Consideration.

Our Full Board Horse Facility Offers: Full-Time Caretaker Lives Onsite, 2 Separate Barns for Permanent Boarders Only, Schooling Ring with Jump Course, Round Pen, Cross Country and Open Trail Riding Areas and Paddocks for Turnouts, on a Peaceful and Secluded Property!

Please Give Us a Call and Let Us Assist You In Planning a Vacation Filled With Adventures That You'll Never Forget! We Hope to Establish a Rapport that Transcends the Traditional Customer-Business Relationship!!

We Have a 5 Night Minimum From
Dec. - Apr.
We Have a 4 Night Minimum From
May - Oct

Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
SAFE PLACE FOR CHILDREN TO PLAY, LARGE POOL!
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Events

No events allowed
MUST BE APPROVED BY OWNER!
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
Pet Fee Includes Service Dogs!
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
WE HAVE A 3 DAY ADVANCE NOTICE FOR CHECK INS
PETS ARE NOT ALLOWED ON ANY FURNITURE AND ALL PET FECES NEED TO BE PICKED UP AT TIME OF RELEASE.
A Registration Agreement Document Must Be Signed And Filled Out Before or Upon Arrival.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 7075262
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Note from host: MUST BE APPROVED BY OWNER!
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Sarasota

Located in Sarasota, this holiday home is in the city centre and by the sea. Mall at University Town Center and St. Armands Circle 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 Mote Science Education Aquarium, or check out an event or a game at Ed Smith Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking.
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Sarasota, FL

What's nearby

  • Serenoa Golf Club - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Lakeview Dog Park - 12 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Sarasota National Cemetery - 14 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Heritage Oaks Golf and Country Club - 16 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Nathan Benderson Park - 17 min drive - 18.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Wawa - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Livingston's Amusement Center - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does VACATION COUNTRY HOUSE ON EQUINE RANCH have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at VACATION COUNTRY HOUSE ON EQUINE RANCH?

As of 11 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at VACATION COUNTRY HOUSE ON EQUINE RANCH on 12 Oct 2026 start from £1,184, 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.

Is VACATION COUNTRY HOUSE ON EQUINE RANCH pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much is parking at VACATION COUNTRY HOUSE ON EQUINE RANCH?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at VACATION COUNTRY HOUSE ON EQUINE RANCH?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at VACATION COUNTRY HOUSE ON EQUINE RANCH?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is VACATION COUNTRY HOUSE ON EQUINE RANCH located?

This family-friendly Sarasota holiday home is located by the sea, 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Serenoa Golf Club, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Lakeview Dog Park and Doctors Hospital of Sarasota. Gulf Gate Shopping Center and Sarasota Square are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 35 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
A very peaceful location and close to the beach.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Mar 2026
So glad you were able to have a peaceful vacation Ben. We welcome your family back any time. Sincerely, Lauraine
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was great! Very accommodating. The house was exactly what we needed with several bedrooms and bathrooms. Location was convenient for our needs. It was quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Mar 2026
Trisha, We just wanted to say thank you for choosing to stay at our ranch. Thank you for stripping the beds, taking out all of the trash and removing any food that you brought with you. All of your efforts were greatly appreciated. We hope you will consider staying with us again in the future and that you will recommend our property to others as well! It was a pleasure having you stay with us and we welcome you back any time! We appreciate your support in spreading the word, about our lovely ranch, the peacefulness and of course the great interaction with our beautiful horses and nature itself! Sincerely, Lauraine
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place is very beautiful and the host was very kind and pay attention on all details.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jul 2025
So happy you and your children enjoyed our horses and your stay at our ranch. We welcome you back any time! Sincerely, Lauraine
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

True Bits of paradise. Owner goes over and above in making sure guest are perfectly accommodated.

Will depart will treasured memories. One of a kind experience for all.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar 2020
Hi Rita, We just wanted to say thank you for choosing to stay at our property "Bits Of Paradise Ranch" here in Sarasota FL.! It's always appreciated when our clients leave the property in the same condition that they found it and we thank you for doing so! We hope you will consider staying with us again in the future and that you will recommend our property to others as well! It was a pleasure having you stay with us and we welcome you back any time! We appreciate your support in spreading the word, about our lovely ranch, the peacefulness and of course the great interaction with our beautiful horses and nature itself! Have a wonderful day and we hope you arrived home safely! Warm Regards, Lauraine Newmark
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome Vacations

We had a great time. The scenery was amazingly beautiful. The owner is really nice and helpful. The house was big enough for 9 people. We felt very confortable. Also it was good to have a swimming pool available.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Aug 2022
Dear Jennifer, Thank you for your kind testimonial, it is greatly appreciated. We hope you will consider staying with us again in the future and that you will recommend our property to others as well! It was a pleasure having you stay with us and we welcome you all back any time! We appreciate your support in spreading the word, about our lovely ranch, the peacefulness and of course the great interaction with our beautiful horses and nature itself! Sincerely, Lauraine
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

March family time

Roomie house and peaceful property!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Unique Ranch stay

I enjoyed my stay at the ranch again this year. It is unique, and a little remote/private without being too far away from all the Sarasota attractions. As always Lauraine is a delight to work with as a host. However, the traffic on I-75 is much worse this year, and the Wifi was not dependable.
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Mar 2025
Thank you Diane for staying at our ranch once again and it was great seeing you again! Stay safe and healthy and hope to see you again in the near future. Sincerly, Lauraine
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Spot for Family

The home was convenient to everything but feels like the country. The pool is great for toddlers. I was a bit leery of the suite attached the home we stayed in and shared laundry but it worked out fine. Would definitely recommend! Our family enjoyed our time.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Apr 2023
Hi Christina, Thank you for your kind testimonial. We are so glad you and your family members enjoyed your stay at our ranch. Your grandchildren were so adorable!! I miss those years with my 2 daughters! We welcome you back any time and we hope to see you again in the future! Please help spread the word about our lovely, unique 20 acre equine ranch with the 7 vacation rental properties on it! Sincerely, Lauraine
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

If you love secluded this is it

I don't like crowds. I would rather stay with my family and enjoy the town when I want to and not stay with the town. This place was perfect for me and my family because it was very close to all the best beaches and places yet we could leave and go home to a private, peaceful home with a great atmosphere; very relaxing. Owners were extremely helpful and friendly. We loved it all.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Apr 2021
Hi Rudy, Thank you so much for really outlining what our ranch is all about! We are so glad you and your family enjoyed the peacefulness and private atmosphere that our ranch offers, besides the incredibly friendly horses, that graze throughout the 20 acres. We welcome you back any time and hope to see you in the future. Sincerely, Lauraine Newmark
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lauraine was an amazing host! I noticed on some reviews, people did not like that she has people sign the agreement for her to pick up. I loved the personal touch and being able to meet the owner. This made reaching out for a couple of small issues so much less intimidating for me. I also loved the texts with local events in case we were looking for something to do. With family in town, we had quite a bit to do but would have joined in on the festivities had we needed something to do! Great experience!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug 2025
Christa thank you for your kind testimonial, star rating and for your support with how we manage our Check In, with all of our guests. I truly like to meet all of them if possible and to extend my personal knowledge of activities to take part in and restaurants to dine in, that I would personally recommend. We hope to see you in the near future and welcome you back any time! Sincerely, Lauraine
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Country Paradise

Bits of Paradise Ranch is a true paradise. We stayed at the Country Ranch House it is beautiful and very spacious and comfortable. Impeccably clean. The owner is wonderful she will help you in whatever you need. She will give you suggestions where to go, where to eat. We just stayed the whole week in the ranch enjoying nature, the horses and the pool. We stayed one week too short. It was the perfect vacation that we want to relax and get away from all. It would be perfect vacations for couples and families and for a family reunion since they also have other properties in the ranch.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jul 2020
Hi Isabel, We just wanted to say thank you for choosing to stay at our property "Bits Of Paradise Ranch" here in Sarasota FL.! It's always appreciated when our clients leave the property in the same condition that they found it and we thank you for doing so! We appreciate your support in spreading the word, about our lovely ranch, the peacefulness and of course the great interaction with our beautiful horses and nature itself! Thank you for your kind compliments and we welcome you back any time! Happy Anniversary!!! Stay healthy and safe! Have a wonderful day and we hope you arrived home safely! Warm Regards, Lauraine Newmark
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A Piece of Old Florida

Unique property! We truly enjoyed the peace & quiet among the moss laden Oaks & palm trees, walks in the countryside, visits by the roaming horses, the resident hawks, and the barred owl on his daily perch. Coming "home" was a welcome respite after a busy day at the beach or visiting nearby attractions. The house had everything we needed. One note: the internet service is not reliable so if that is important, you should bring a hot spot. We had family and friends visit during our stay and everyone enjoyed the tranquil country setting Richard, Linda, & Hank
Stayed 27 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 May 2022
Hi Richard, Thank you for your kind testimonial! We just wanted to say thank you for choosing to stay at our property "Bits Of Paradise Ranch" here in Sarasota FL.! It's always appreciated when our clients leave the property in the same condition that they found it and we thank you for doing so! We hope you will recommend our property to your family and friends as well and we welcome you back any time! Thank you for spreading the word, about our lovely ranch, the peacefulness and of course the great interaction with our beautiful horses and nature itself! Thank you very much for stripping the bed, removing all food from the freezer and refrigerator and the trash from inside the property, it was greatly appreciated. Yes, we let all our inquiries know about the slow WIFI before accepting a booking and recommend acquiring Hotspot, to have it work more rapidly because of being out in the country. Also, that one can not do ZOOM or VIrtual Classes or Meetings. Warmly, Lauraine
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Location
Disliked: Check-in, listing accuracy

Misleading

Listing did not state it was a shared house, we would not have booked it if we knew. Booking process goes way beyond VRBO's booking portal, needed to send signed agreement, which they made me sign again upon arrival, with verbiage thats NOT on the VRBO booking. We did have a plumbing problem, which they did fix right away.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jun 2024
Hi Mike, I did not realize that the Attached 1 Bedroom Suite was not mentioned in the description and have added that information but it is not advertised with VRBO to rent it. If there was a guest staying in the Attached 1 Bedroom Suite we certainly would tell you but you were the only guests staying in the property. We do require that a rental agreement must be filled out and signed and sent back to us for security reasons. We also have you resign an agreement when you arrive, to make sure the guests who booked the reservation is the same one staying, again for security reasons. We welcome you and your family back any time and thank you for all your check out efforts. Kindly, Lauraine
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Family Vacation

This beautiful, tranquil setting was perfect for our family! Adults and kids enjoyed the ranch setting, the views of live oaks and palm trees surrounding the beautiful pool, the daily visits with the horses, and the magic of coming “home” from the day into what felt like entering another world, yet so close to everything. The home itself was very comfortable, with a beautiful kitchen and master bath, kids bath and 3 bedrooms. All the rooms were well furnished. The kitchen was well stocked and we enjoyed several home cooked meals there. Loved the charcoal grill and the deck too! I had my morning coffee there and enjoyed the daily bird watching opportunities! The guest house connected to ours gave us the perfect opportunity to have our Florida cousins to come and vacation with us. Such a blessing—memories to treasure! Beach, restaurants, museums, shopping—we enjoyed it all! And Lauraine was such a warm, personable, and caring host.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jun 2022
Hi Loriann, We just wanted to say thank you for choosing to stay at our property "Bits Of Paradise Ranch"! We hope you will consider staying with us again in the future and that you will recommend our property to others as well! It was a pleasure having you stay with us and we welcome you all back any time! Thank you for stripping the beds, removing any food you brought from the freezer, refrigerator, cabinets and for taking all the trash from the kitchen, bedrooms and bathrooms out of the property, it was greatly appreciated. We appreciate your support in spreading the word, about our lovely ranch, the peacefulness and of course the great interaction with our beautiful horses and nature itself! Also, thank you so much for your kind testimonial and we hope to see you again in the future! Have a wonderful day and we hope you arrived home safely! Warmly, Lauraine
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Bit of Paradise

We enjoyed our stay and plan to go back next year. The ranch is a quiet spot in a very busy Sarasota. The ranch is located about a half hour or less from many popular places - Main st in Sarasota, Siesta Key Beach, Venice, Lakewood Ranch, Palmer Ranch. (less than an hour from Punta Gorda, 5 minutes from 75). But, you would never know that while sitting on your porch on the ranch. Hawks, bald eagles, pileated woodpeckers, horses, and a small alligator in the pond. We would meet up with fellows renters at the pool around 5PM for happy hour. They became our vacation family. Lauraine was very helpful with any problems or concerns we had. The only negative was the internet service. The shared DSL is very slow.
Stayed 41 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Mar 2023
HI Diane, We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and were able to make new friends! Unfortunately, we don’t have any control of the WIFI through Frontier and it is the only available company there at this time. We look forward to seeing you again next year and stay healthy, happy and safe! Sincerely, Lauraine
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing getaway

It was nice to be able to get away to warm south Florida when it was cold at home. The home itself is very comfortable and in a wonderfully relaxing setting. This was so much better than staying in a condo or hotel on the beach where you have to deal with the noise of elevators and boisterous neighbors - none of that here. Admittedly, there is not much to do on the property itself (shared pool did not seem to be open yet for the season), but it served as a good home base for daily adventures. Do keep in mind that although Siesta Key Beach is only a few miles away, it may take 40 min or longer to get there due to traffic. Later in the week, we discovered that Nokomis Beach Park is further away, but takes less time to get to. Highly recommend that beach instead. We brought our dog and the Country House was a good setting for that too (just watch out for the horse droppings when walking your dog). Some parts of the house interior could use cleaning/dusting more often, e.g., lights over the dining table, but house was clean, comfortable and spacious overall.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2025
Michael, Our outdoor pool is always open to our guests but it was a little chilly when you were staying at the ranch and it is not heated. Thank you for choosing to stay at our property "Bits Of Paradise Ranch" here in Sarasota FL.! It's always appreciated when our clients leave the property in good condition after staying in it and we thank you for doing so! Thank you for stripping the beds, taking out all of the trash and removing any food you may have brought with you. All of your efforts were greatly appreciated. We hope you will consider staying with us again in the future and that you will recommend our property to others as well! It was a pleasure having you stay with us and we welcome you and your family back any time! Sincerely, Lauraine
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best family vacation ever!

The property was very enjoyable. The horses and other wildlife were a great plus. The house layout was perfect for the size of family that went on vacation.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May 2022
Hi Bonnie, So happy that you and your family enjoyed your stay at our Equine Ranch. We welcome you back any time and hope to see you in the future. Enjoy your day! Sincerely, Lauraine
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Ranch

We had a wonderful stay at the Bits Of Paradise Ranch. So cool seeing the horses everyday and you are right next to town. A truly great stay!!! We will be coming back!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 18 May 2022
Thank you Shane for your kind testimonial, it is greatly appreciated. So glad you and your family enjoyed your stay so much! We welcome you and your family back any time. Stay healthy and safe. Sincerely, Lauraine
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice place for a country feel, while still visiting the beach.

Nice place for a country stay while able to visit the beach.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jan 2022
Hi Bridget, Thank you for your nice testimonial and I totally agree. Being able to spend time with nature and then only being about a 25-30 minute drive away from Siesta Key Beach is truly a vacation treat! Thankful to know you enjoyed your stay! Happy New Year! Sincerely, Lauraine
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing place to stay!

Me and my family enjoyed our stay! Seeing the horses in the AM was my favorite, it’s not an everyday view. Lauraine is very kind and friendly, not only that, she gives you all the tools needed to make your vacation a memorable one by recommending you some good places to visit. We are thankful for everything and i would consider this place for a future visit.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jun 2021
We just wanted to say thank you for choosing to stay at our property "Bits Of Paradise Ranch" here in Sarasota FL.! We hope you will consider staying with us again in the future and that you will recommend our property to others as well! It was a pleasure having you stay with us and we welcome you back any time! We appreciate your support in spreading the word, about our lovely ranch, the peacefulness and of course the great interaction with our beautiful horses and nature itself! Thank you for stripping the beds, taking out all the trash and removing all the food in the refrigerator, freezer and cupboards it was greatly appreciated! Have a wonderful day and we hope you arrived home safely! Warmly, Lauraine
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A memorable experience

My family and I came for a long weekend stay. The grounds were absolutely beautiful and our 2 year old daughter LOVED seeing the horses right outside our house and being able to pet them was an added plus!! You want a relaxing and unique stay this is your place!!! Would highly recommend and we will definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jun 2021
Hi Michelle, Thank you for your kind testimonial! We are so pleased that you and your family enjoyed your stay so much! It was nice that you as well as our family, had celebrated our children's graduations around the same time, a true milestone for them! We welcome you back any time! Sincerely, Lauraine
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful.

Very peaceful country setting. It was a different stay for us as we always stay in town. It was just like our home in the country. We didn't realize the lanai was a shared space that was kind of a let down but we survived there wasn't anyone there until more towards the end of our stay. The pool was nice but would have been better if it was screened in since its in a wooded area it was a bit dirty, but still refreshing.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2021
Hi Lindsay, Thank you for your kind compliments. Yes, if it is a windy day the leaves at times land in the pool unfortunately. Our caretaker does scoop out any that fall in, twice a day but we had some windy days when you were here! Sorry about that! Glad you enjoyed your stay and that it reminded you of home! Thank you for staying at our ranch and you are welcome back any time! Sincerely, Lauraine
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Summer Family Vacation

Date of Arrival: July 20th 2020 Lauraine, we have thoroughly enjoyed our stay! We have really enjoyed the horses! This ranch will forever hold a piece of our hearts. We cannot wait to plan our next vacation here. Thank you for giving us so many places to explore and enjoy. You have truly made this vacation one for the books. I only hope others see the beauty of this fabulous ranch. Thank you so much, M. Merritt, B. Merritt, A. Merritt, J. Williams, J. Williams J. Williams, T. Gaskins
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul 2020
Dear Mainda, Thank you for your kind testimonial and we are thrilled that you and your family enjoyed your stay at our ranch and exploring Sarasota so much! We welcome you back any time and hope to see you in the future. We appreciate your support in spreading the word, about our lovely ranch, the peacefulness and of course the great interaction with our beautiful horses and nature itself! Enjoy your evening! Sincerely, Lauraine Newmark
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Just right out awesome

The stay at Ranch was great. Just being in the country with the horses and the goat grazing feet away from you when you step out the house was amazing. Driving down the dirt road to the ranch made the experience that much better. I would recommend this place to anyone that’s looking for this type of experience. The house was well stocked with everything we needed. We brought a lot of our own supplies because past experiences at other locations gave you a bare bones home that you had to supply everything, not here. Thanks again
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar 2020
Hi Collin & Idania, Thank you so much for your lovely testimonial and we are so happy that you and your family enjoyed your stay on our ranch! We understand how meaningful and much needed vacations are to our guests and how infrequent they may become, so we truly try our best to make yours a memorable one! It was a pleasure having you stay with us and we welcome you back any time! We hope you and your family will consider staying with us again in the future and that you will recommend our property to others as well! Sorry, but I can't agree with you about the dirt road, wish it was paved LOL! Warm Regards, Lauraine Newmark
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

I loved it!!!

We had such a wonderful vacation it was so beautiful and peaceful loved the horses and goats and pony we really enjoyed them and the house was beautiful and spacious and Lauraine was so nice and welcoming we would really love to come back soon. Thank You Martha and family
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar 2020
Hi Martha, Thank you for your lovely testimonial, it is greatly appreciated! We are so happy that you and your family enjoyed your stay with us and it was our pleasure having all of you! We hope that you will return in the future and that you will spread the word with your friends as well. Best of luck! Warm Regards, Lauraine Newmark

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