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Sarasota Serenity

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Exterior
Exterior
Exterior
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Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • On-site fitness centre
    A rare find - enjoy convenient access to fitness facilities during your stay.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Fenced yard

Explore the area

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Sarasota, FL
  • Place, Gulf Gate Golf Club
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Gulf Gate Shopping Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Nontando
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Double Beds

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area

About this property

Sarasota Serenity

Relaxing Sarasota Retreat – 3BR Dog-Friendly Home Near Siesta Key Beach

Welcome to your home away from home in sunny Sarasota! Located just 4 miles from the world-famous Siesta Key Beach, this spacious and comfortable 3-bedroom, 2-bath home is perfect for families, couples, or groups of up to 8 guests — and yes, your dog is welcome too!

Nestled in the desirable Gulf Gate Estates neighborhood, you're just minutes from local shops, restaurants, and everything Sarasota has to offer.

Home Features:
One-story ranch-style home for easy access

3 cozy bedrooms with comfortable sleeping arrangements

2 full bathrooms

Large sectional couch with reclining seats & seating for 5+

Big-screen TV — perfect for movie nights or game days

Sunroom with multiple zones: elliptical for light workouts,
desk area for remote work, and a lounge space for relaxing

Fully fenced backyard with lush green grass and tropical
landscaping

Patio with umbrella-covered dining table — great for morning
coffee or evening dinners outside

Whether you’re hitting the beach, exploring Sarasota’s art scene, or simply relaxing in the peaceful backyard under the palms, this home offers a comfortable, convenient, and dog-friendly escape.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 11:00 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: dogs (limit 3 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2287777vb
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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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 near the beach, this holiday home is in Gulf Gate Estates, 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. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Ed Smith Stadium or Stardust Event Center. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails.
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Sarasota, FL

What's nearby

  • Gulf Gate Golf Club - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Bowlero Gulf Gate - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Gulf Gate Shopping Center - 3 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Nontando - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Lido Beach - 25 min drive - 17.1 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Taco Jalisco - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Moondoggy’s Saloon - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Palma Coffee - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Brine Seafood & Raw Bar - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sarasota Serenity pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Sarasota Serenity?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sarasota Serenity?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sarasota Serenity?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sarasota Serenity located?

Located in Gulf Gate Estates, this holiday home is 1 mi (1.7 km) from Gulf Gate Shopping Center and 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Siesta Key Beach. Nontando and Safe Harbor Siesta Key are also within 3 miles (5 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. 7 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house is exactly as shown. While we don’t have a dog we enjoyed the fenced in yard for our “grand dog” who visited for a few days. The house had several seating areas, and a lovely sun room. Gulf Gate is an area convenient to stores, restaurants and the beach. We enjoyed our stay and would stay here again.
Stayed 29 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All of the above. Great property, excellent accommodations and supplies and terrific host communication.
Stayed 27 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annice C.

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

Fun Time

Was all that we expected and more.
Stayed 37 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori W.

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

High Tides and Good Vibes

We enjoyed our stay at this property very much. It has a lot of supplies and seasonings so it makes it easy to stay there with very little shopping required for the month! The location is great and so close to the beach that we watched several sunsets each week when we weren’t golfing. The place was extremely clean . The owners were so helpful and responsive. My only negative was that the furnishings are limited but I know they are working on that and also the yard.. Also be aware that you can not use the garage which I missed somehow on the listing.
Stayed 33 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jun, 2023
Thanks for the review Lori and for taking such good care of our property during your stay. Fair points regarding the furnishings and the yard. We have had a sofa and dining set on order expected back in January but delayed due to the broken supply chain. Can’t wait for those and new fence to arrive to improve the place for all our renters! Thanks for renting from us!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Celeste G.

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

Comfortable home close to beach

A open spacious home close to beach with large back yard. We had a lovely time there over our vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renee W.

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

Awesome BFF Week 2022

Lovely home with all the amenities you could possibly need. Convenient to lots of beaches and places to shop. The owners were quick to respond and very easy to work with!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Salvatore C.

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

Great house close to Siesta Key!

The house was perfect for our month long rental. The house had everything we needed and was well stocked with the all of the necessities (trash bags, soap, paper towels, laundry detergent, etc... The owners were super responsive when we needed anything. They even bought an air fryer for the house when we asked if they had one.
Stayed 30 nights in Jan 2022

About the host

Hosted by Janet Harris

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David and Janet Harris are the proud hosts of this property. After falling in love with Sarasota a few years ago, they purchased the home as a vacation retreat and a place to share with guests looking to experience the area.

Why they chose this property

Gulf Gate Estates is a quiet, well-maintained community located just a short drive from the world-renowned Siesta Key Beach. Conveniently situated next to a charming area filled with restaurants and shops, the neighborhood offers both tranquility and easy access to local amenities.

What makes this property unique

This property features a spacious open floor plan and a large, fully fenced yard lush with green grass and vibrant plants.
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