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🦩Book Me Baby! Pool, Pet-Friendly Paradise Near Downtown Sarasota🦩

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A poolside area with large palm trees, a wooden fence, and a red building in the background.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a pineapple on the counter.
A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a dresser, a chair, a mirror, and artwork on the wall.
A swimming pool surrounded by lush greenery, a covered seating area, and a building with a red facade.
An outdoor cafe with tables and chairs, palm trees, and a building in the background.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Waterpark access
  • Kitchenette
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Sarasota, FL
  • Place, Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Sarasota Opera House
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Marina Jack
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 6)

Common Space

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

🦩Book Me Baby! Pool, Pet-Friendly Paradise Near Downtown Sarasota🦩

Pinkie Flamingo Welcomes You To Hazel's Hideaway!

Three month (90 Day) Min For Season. Just nine blocks from Sarasota's bustling Main Street, cottage guests can enjoy a private and serene poolside setting and a 30-foot lap pool in an historic neighborhood. This cute one-bedroom bungalow has a separate king bedroom, full bath, kitchenette and living room. Less than two blocks away is Gillespie Park, with tennis courts, basketball courts, dog park, pond and gazebo. This charming pet-friendly retreat is actually a detached guest house set on a quiet, private gated corner lot on the edge of The Rosemary District and Gillespie Park. Dogs and cats welcome! Pets are people too:)

Come To Florida...For The Fun of It!

All of Pinkie's Properties Have A Few Things In Common
• Must Be 25 To Book
• No Smoking
• Cancellation OK 30 Days Prior To Check-In
• Sheets & Bath Towels Included…BYO Beach Towels
• All Kitchens Fully-Equipped With Cooking/Eating Utensils… BYO Spices & Food
• Basic Essentials Starter Set Only…TP, Paper Towels, Trash Bags, Soaps, Etc …Depending on Length of Stay You May Need More

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Klarna, Zip and Affirm payments are not accepted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1622701vb
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock

About the area

Sarasota

Located by the sea, this cottage is in Central 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 Lido Beach and Siesta Key Beach. Mote Science Education Aquarium and Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall are also worth visiting. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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Sarasota, FL

What's nearby

  • Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Sarasota Opera House - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Marina Jack - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Marie Selby Botanical Gardens - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Ringling College of Art and Design - 4 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kahwa Coffee - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Project Coffee - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Lefty's Oyster & Seafood Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Rosemary Food + Beer - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 🦩Book Me Baby! Pool, Pet-Friendly Paradise Near Downtown Sarasota🦩 pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at 🦩Book Me Baby! Pool, Pet-Friendly Paradise Near Downtown Sarasota🦩?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 🦩Book Me Baby! Pool, Pet-Friendly Paradise Near Downtown Sarasota🦩?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 🦩Book Me Baby! Pool, Pet-Friendly Paradise Near Downtown Sarasota🦩?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 🦩Book Me Baby! Pool, Pet-Friendly Paradise Near Downtown Sarasota🦩 located?

Located in Central Sarasota, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe and Sarasota County Visitor Information Center. Regal Hollywood - Sarasota and Sarasota Opera House are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 29 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a wonderful week. Great proximity to everything I wanted to do. Very special treat to have exclusive use of the pool. I got a lot of use out of the screened cabana tent. Terrific accommodations and thoughtful little touches like the Sarasota postcard - already stamped with a manatee stamp! And I'm not sure if this was purposeful or not, but I got a chuckle out of the colorful reading glasses that were available :-)
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is a gem! Amazing location you can walk to everything you need. The pool is wonderful. The host made me feel so welcome. I plan to book over and over again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was in great condition. The pool area I a great place to relax. Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Everything was amazing. The only challenging part was communication with the compnay who runs the management of this property.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely time! Walked to all the restaurants & parks! Love the neighborhood! House so quiet! Pool divine! Thank you Hazel & Pinkie
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely, cozy cottage in an adorable neighborhood. Loved the scenic outdoor space and the cottage had everything we needed!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Close to downtown activities. Easy access to all good locations.

Really enjoyed our stay and would come again.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really loved our stay in Sarasota. Having a little private pool felt like a fun luxury. The cottage is decorated very beautifully. I would only say that the couch, while cute, is really not comfortable to sleep on. However, everything else was wonderful so if you are only 2 or maybe have a small kid who could sleep on the couch, you'd be fine.There was also an air mattress available but we didn't feel like trying that for the short time we were there. The location is absolutely ideal for walking into the downtown! Also a very short drive to Lido beach. I think you could also easily ride a bike to Armand's Circle/Lido beach. Short drive to Publix and airport. We will definitely be back. Thank you, it was great!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jul, 2026
Dear Deirdre, So glad you enjoyed your stay and your time in Sarasota. It was such a pleasure having you, and look forward to seeing you again. Hazel
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The space was perfect for what we needed! It was clean with lots of efficiently stored amenities and the bed was very comfortable! It was great to have the luxury of a pool. The location is convenient to lots of attractions in the area. We had a great stay and would definitely recommend it and stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Lovely space. Well appointed. Very comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great value, nice location.

Thank you for a nice stay. The pool was refreshing.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Dec, 2024
You are a part of the flock now! Let us know how we can help make more vacation memories happen in the future 850-4-pinkie. Always happy to help :-)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loved the pool and location!

Super cute, extremely clean property. My kids LOVED the personal pool. The location is perfect, very close to the beach, shopping, and restaurants. Also close to the Legacy trail, my husband ran to it every day, and my kids had fun playing basketball at the nearby (walkable) park. We had such a great stay!
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Dec, 2024
You just made my day! A 5-Flamingo Review is worth its weight in pink. Do come back soon…Pinkie
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Close to downtown

Great place. Quiet. And walking distance to downtown. Enjoyed morning runs and the farmers market. Pool was a great touch. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Dec, 2024
You just made my day! A 5-Flamingo Review is worth its weight in pink. Do come back soon…Pinkie :-)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Charming and a pool!

I thoroughly enjoyed this cute little place in Gillespie Park. The garden around the pool is beautiful. Quiet, clean and comfortable. I hope I can return!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Dec, 2024
How sweet of you to say! I am one of your fans as well and invite you back to stay again. We do pride ourselves on delivering a great vacation experience and are so glad we did. Pinkie :-)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

So Great, We Already Booked it Again!

Hazel’s Hideaway is awesome. So awesome, that we immediately booked for next year. The property is well maintained and the private pool leaves you feeling like you’re staying at a resort. Our hostess Hazel was the best. She was full of suggestions in terms of where to go and her hospitality was five-star all around.
Stayed 85 nights in Jan 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept, 2023
So happy to hear this! Pinkie
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hazel's Hideaway A Slice of Heaven!

I stayed at Hazel's Hideaway for three days in early May. This is a perfect location for one or two people in Sarasota for business or pleasure. The design is well thought out and super comfortable. I really liked the pool and outdoor shower as well as the lovely landscaping. It is located on a quiet street minutes from downtown Sarasota. I come in to Sarasota for meetings three times a year and will definitely come back.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Dec, 2024
You just made my day! A 5-Flamingo Review is worth its weight in pink. Do come back soon…Pinkie
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Summer getaway

Our experience as a whole was very satisfying. Pool was beautifully maintained and so were grounds. AC was very sufficient for hot summer August days. My family of 5 came to Sarasota looking for our forever home and stayed in this beautiful bungalow for 10 days while we made our dreams a reality. Would definitely recommend any family’s looking for a quite, cute and very conveniently located location especially to downtown and all the beaches!
Stayed 19 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Dec, 2024
You are a part of the flock now! Let us know how we can help make more vacation memories happen in the future 850-4-pinkie. Always happy to help :-)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Property Manager

I (we) received the best service from the property manager, we had a few hiccups but those were all taken care of immediately. I would definitely recommend any property that listed by this property manager....Great Job Pinkie
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Dec, 2024
You just made my day! A 5-Flamingo Review is worth its weight in pink. Do come back soon…Pinkie :-)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Will return!

We loved Hazels Hideaway! The location & amenities were perfect!!! We will definitely be returning. We do regret not reporting the pool keeping when we arrived, as we found out on the weekly cleaning day that the pump hadn’t been on. However, we addressed it later & the response time & courtesy of the owner & representatives was 5 star. We can’t wait to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Dec, 2024
You are a part of the flock now! Let us know how we can help make more vacation memories happen in the future 850-4-pinkie. Always happy to help :-)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Hidden treasure

This place are quite,peaceful for people who want to have privacy or work at home way from home … Owner Hazel are lovely and goes extra step ..You really have all you need there and more .. I had my dog with me and she even offered to dog sitting when I went out one night … Pool are heated and lovely…Super clean place and safe.. You won’t be disappointed… Can’t wait to go back there …. Thank you Hazel for everything 🙏🙏🙏
Stayed 12 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
The pool was freezing and had way too much chlorine. Came all the way from Colorado and was expecting a house to accommodate for 6 people and it barely accommodated for 3. The property was very misleading online. There was no oven or stove top, there was a plug in with 2 burners and no pans. Thank god there was at least a air mattress that my 52 year old mother could sleep on. Rat/insect traps laying all over the place very accessible for small children to grab. No extra linens or bedding to even accommodate for the toddler size sofa bed, would NEVER recommend this property to anyone if you’re on vacation. Very unsatisfying.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was very clean and full of amenities. There was a bottle of wine and cookies waiting for us on arrival, which was a very thoughtful and welcoming gesture. The booking process was very easy. Instructions provided were also easy to follow. We met the host on a brief encounter, and she seemed very sweet and wanted to make sure all was acceptable. She mentioned we could adjust the pool temperature if we needed to. Even though the hosts live on the same premises, our privacy was very respected and we had the salt water pool to ourselves. There were 3 of us, which included our 17 year old son. The rental was advertised as a 1 bedroom with a king bed, and a double sofa bed. It wasn’t actually a double sofa bed. It was a futon. It was a bit uncomfortable for my 6’2” son, but would sleep a smaller child just fine. There was a blow up air mattress in the bedroom closet my son could have used, but he chose not to.Overall, it was a very good experience and we would recommend the space for the right size family/couple.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Location
Our recent trip to Hazel’s Hideaway was perfect. Our host met us upon arrival and was very helpful in explaining some info and she was also available when we checked out. This cottage was clean and had everything you could possibly need. The pool was awesome. Clean and warm thanks to the sunshine. If you’re looking for a peaceful place, this is it.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

In law apartment

So I arrived at 2pm when it told me on the information page to arrive at the own greeted me with what are you doing here , and that the place was not clean the cleaning girl was on her way we did not get in there until after 4 pm . The place was clean but the sheets that was in the closet was dirty. The pool was nice and the in law apartment only sleeps 4 , not 6 . there was a futon and a bed only. The owner peeked through the blinds and curtain while we was in the pool. Creepy.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Hideaway

Within 10 minutes of everything including Siesta Key and St Armands. Charming and perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019

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