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#1 Home on Lido Key - Steps to Beach & St. Armands

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The Ringling Estate - THE BEST HOME ON LIDO KEY
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms6+ bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Hot tub on site
  • Garage parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Sarasota, FL
  • Place, Lido Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Armands Circle
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

6 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 6

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 7

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

#1 Home on Lido Key - Steps to Beach & St. Armands

Summary:

Vunique Vacations was built for the discerning traveler who’s seeking a truly unforgettable experience! Each home is thoughtfully designed down to the last detail, with you–our guest–in mind. Our team delivers service that’s every bit as impressive as our luxury vacation homes, with a consistent, personalized touch from start to finish. No hidden fees, just transparent pricing and advertising. The result? Unmatched value for travelers who expect more from their getaway.



The Space:

There are so many outdoor living spaces to enjoy here! The resort style, saltwater heated pool and spa, has a sun shelf for lounging, bubblers and lights, and a waterslide for more fun! The covered patio has a large smart TV, bar area, seating and dining, outdoor connect 4 and an outdoor grill. All of this sits within the fenced in back yard, filled with lush native landscaping for privacy and security, and directly on Pansy Bayou. The home is family friendly, and the back yard is perfect for the home’s pet friendly policy (fees and restrictions apply). Adjacent to this space, just off the covered pool area is the home’s club room or game room with golf simulator, ping pong, Nintendo Switch gaming console, smart TV and seating. This home has multiple balconies and a roof top deck that have seating and amazing views of the Gulf of Mexico, Lido Key Beach, St. Armand’s Circle, and the downtown Sarasota skyline.



This home provides nearly 4,400 square feet of interior living space. There are 6 bedrooms (all with en suite bathrooms), and 6 full baths and 1 half bath. It comfortably sleeps 16 persons in beds via 1 California king bed, 4 king beds, and 1 full over queen bunk bed and 1 twin over twin bunk bed. The great room includes the chef’s kitchen and the home’s living and dining areas, and a large balcony space that leads to the home’s rooftop deck with 360-views that are amazing. The chef’s kitchen is fully stocked with all the products and manufacturers that you’ve told us you want in your guest feedback! From the outdoor areas to the club room and living spaces this home was truly built with your vacation in mind, and our unmatched service makes the experience just that much better!



Floor Plan Description:



Ground Level:

This home provides free parking for up to 6 vehicles. The home’s beach equipment is stored in the garage, which includes 2 beach wagons, 2 coolers, 6 beach chairs, and 4 bikes. We include a full refrigerator and deep freezer here as well for easy storage of food, drinks, and ice, so your beach prep and breakdown, and your use of the home and pool is that much easier as well. The ground level space features a fully fenced pool and backyard area. The backyard is a paradise! The connected covered patio provides a wonderful outdoor living space with multiple soft seating and dining options, a large smart TV, and an outdoor grill (natural gas). There are ceiling fans throughout the space. Adjacent to the covered pool area is the home’s club room/game room that has the golf simulator and so much more. From the ground level, you’ll also access the home’s main entrance foyer with elevator to the home's two (2) living levels above and stairs to all floors including the rooftop deck.



The First Level of Living (2nd Floor):

This home is an elevated single-story home. The home’s great room has a fully stocked chef’s kitchen that includes: a full-sized refrigerator and freezer (with ice maker), dishwasher, oversized cooktop and range with exhaust vent hood, microwave, toaster, coffee maker. It is very well appointed with cookware, bakeware, dishware, cutlery, and specialty items like crockpots, blenders, and more. If you have any questions on kitchen supplies, our reservationists would be happy to provide more details. The great room also includes a dining table (seats 10), island bar top (seats 6), a living room with a smart TV, and a half-bath. There is a large balcony off this space offering dining, and a separate soft seating area just off Bedroom 3 where you’ll also access the staircase to the rooftop deck. All 6 bedrooms are located on this floor, with 4 bedrooms having water views, and 2 bedrooms having balcony access. Master bedroom 1 has balcony access and water views, a California king bed, and an oversized en-suite bathroom with 2 vanities, walk-in shower, freestanding bathtub, and walk-in closet. Master bedroom 2 has a king bed, a cozy seating nook with peaking Gulf views, a workspace, walk-in closet, and an en suite bath with double vanity, walk-in shower, and private water closet. Bedroom 3 has balcony access and bayou water views, a king bed, and an en suite bath with vanity and walk-in shower. Bedroom 4 has a king bed, peaking Gulf views, and an en suite bath with vanity and walk-in shower. Bedroom 5 has a king bed and en suite bath with vanity and walk-in shower. Bedroom 6 (bunk room) has a custom full over a queen bunk bed and a twin bunk bed, with an en suite bath with a vanity, shower/bathtub combination, and a built-in city closet.



Rooftop Deck:

This oversized rooftop deck space provides seating and fantastic views of the Gulf of Mexico, Lido Key, St. Armand’s Circle, Pansy Bayou and Sarasota Bay, and the downtown Sarasota skyline. It is the perfect space for any time of day, but it is especially wonderful for sunrises over Sarasota and Sunsets over the Gulf.



Getting Around:

It’s just steps from the world renown white sand beaches of Lido Key - known for it’s ‘shelling’, and steps from St. Armand’s Circle providing access to Lido Key’s best restaurants, shops, entertainment, and more! Walkability is 100! There is something for everyone in St. Armand’s Circle, from arcades and restaurants to high end retail. It’s always a guest favorite. This luxury home has direct access to a private bayou with access to Sarasota Bay and the Gulf of Mexico, so bring your boat, or use the kayak and paddleboard provided with this home and launch from your private dock and enjoy this private marine sanctuary! Manatees, dolphins, birds, and more are frequent visitors! You’re also just a quick drive or Uber/Lyft to downtown Sarasota (2 miles away) for access to the amazing Sarasota Performing Arts scene, as well as more fantastic restaurants, shops, marinas, entertainment, and more. And, day trips to Siesta Key and Anna Maria Island, as well as the amazing theme parks of Tampa and Orlando, are all just within 30 minutes to 2 hours away!



Other Things to Note:

Per City of Sarasota’s Rental Ordinance - This home must be rented for a minimum of 7 nights, and it has a max occupancy of 10 adults, *but children under 6 years of age do not count toward the City’s max occupancy count. Vunique Vacations restricts the total occupancy of the home to 16 persons, including adults and children under 6 years of age. This home’s City of Sarasota Vacation Rental Certificate of Registration number is VRO#: VR22-00063



This Lido Key luxury vacation rental features Smart TVs with cable and streaming services, as well as Free Wi-Fi throughout the property - including the outside areas for complete coverage for all your work or personal needs. TVs in all bedrooms.



Accessibility - in addition to the home’s elevator access to all levels (except rooftop deck), most doorways and walkways are 30 inches or larger and walk-in showers featured in most bathrooms. Please see the Photos, 3D Tour, & Video for this home for exact information.



*Don't forget to check out our Matterport 3D Tour for this home* And, if you still have any questions concerning our homes, rates, availability calendar, amenities, policies, or otherwise, please contact our team of professional reservationists and we will be happy to assist you. We want you to fully understand what you are booking, and yes, an actual human team member is available to help! You are just a couple of clicks away from paradise!

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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: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
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Property # 2710413vb
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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector 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 first aid kit
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 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 Lido Beach and Longboat Key Beaches. Travelling with kids? Consider Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium and Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall. Scuba diving and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with rock climbing and cycling nearby.
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Sarasota, FL

What's nearby

  • Lido Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • St. Armands Circle - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • South Lido Park - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Sarasota BayWalk - 4 min drive - 2.8 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Marina Jack - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Columbia Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Old Salty Dog - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dry Dock Waterfront Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Drift Kitchen & Bar - Lido Beach Resort - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does #1 Home on Lido Key - Steps to Beach & St. Armands have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at #1 Home on Lido Key - Steps to Beach & St. Armands?

As of 20 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at #1 Home on Lido Key - Steps to Beach & St. Armands on 10 May, 2027 start from S$4,505, 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 #1 Home on Lido Key - Steps to Beach & St. Armands pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at #1 Home on Lido Key - Steps to Beach & St. Armands?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at #1 Home on Lido Key - Steps to Beach & St. Armands?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at #1 Home on Lido Key - Steps to Beach & St. Armands?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is #1 Home on Lido Key - Steps to Beach & St. Armands located?

This family-friendly Sarasota holiday home is located on the waterfront, within a 5-minute walk of Lido Beach and St. Armands Circle. Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium and South Lido Park are also within 2 miles (3 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. 26 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

10/10

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10/10

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10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

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Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Michael J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property to rent! We’ll definitely be back again soon!! A
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Feb, 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We’re thrilled to hear that you loved the property and are already looking forward to returning. We would be delighted to welcome you back again soon. Your Host, Vunique Vacations
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason D.

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

Great Place

Everything was terrific. I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Apr, 2025
Jason, Thank you so much for the kind words! We're thrilled to hear everything was terrific and would love the opportunity to welcome you back again. We hope to host you again the next time your travels bring you to the Siesta Key, Lido Key, or soon-to-be Clearwater Beach areas! Your Host, Vunique Vacations
Verified

10/10 Excellent

M R.

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

Great great house

This was a beautiful, immaculate home. You could not ask for a better location. We will return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jul, 2025
Thank you so much for the kind words! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the home's beauty, cleanliness, and unbeatable location. We’d love to welcome you back anytime. We hope to host you again the next time your travels bring you to the Siesta Key, Lido Key, or Clearwater Beach areas! Your Host, Vunique Vacations
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House exceeded expectations for family with all ages to enjoy family time! Where to start… clean spacious house, with a great pool, views of bay and beach, bikes to ride around town and close walk to restaurants and beach. Paddle boarding everyday with manatees right off the dock! Thank you for a great vacation at this beautiful house!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug, 2025
Thank you so much for your glowing review! We’re thrilled to hear the home exceeded expectations and offered something for everyone in your group to enjoy—from the views and spacious layout to the paddleboarding with manatees (what a memorable experience!). We’re so glad you made the most of the location, amenities, and all the thoughtful touches throughout the home. We hope to host you again the next time your travels bring you to the Siesta Key, Lido Key, or Clearwater Beach areas! Your Host, Vunique Vacations
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie D.

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

Our best experience yet!

This house was perfect for our large family! Steps from the beach and from great restaurants and shopping. The pool area was beautiful and our family favorite were the manatees that visited our dock every day!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 May, 2025
Julie, Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear the home was a perfect fit for your family and that you enjoyed the unbeatable location and beautiful pool area. How special to have daily visits from the manatees, that’s a Florida memory to cherish! We hope to host you again the next time your travels bring you to the Siesta Key, Lido Key, or soon-to-be Clearwater Beach areas! Your Host, Vunique Vacations
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

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

Beautiful and great location!

Absolutely beautiful property. Fantastic location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug, 2022
Michelle, Thank you for trusting us with your vacation experience. Our team couldn’t have enjoyed your feedback more, so thank you for sharing it with us and our future guests 😊. From the home itself, to the location and walkability to both the beach and St. Armand’s Circle, to the numerous amenities included with this home, the Ringling Estate is truly the definition of a luxury vacation home. For these reasons, this home has quickly become a fan favorite of our guests. Thank you for allowing us the opportunity to host you here and provide you with a wonderful experience. We look forward to having you back again soon. Your Host, Vunique Vacations
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfect Sarasota St. Armand Location

Family reunion time. Everybody had their own bedroom. This is a fun and very cool house! House manager took great care to make sure everything went seamless.
Beautiful dining area
Well equipped kitchen
Fantastic Kitchen
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jul, 2025
Thank you for sharing your experience! We're so happy to hear the home was a perfect fit for your family reunion and that everyone had their own space to relax and enjoy. It’s great to know our team helped make things seamless—your comfort is always our priority! We hope to host you again the next time your travels bring you to the Siesta Key, Lido Key, or Clearwater Beach areas! Your Host, Vunique Vacations
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jack M.

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

Gorgeous house and vacation accommodations. Perfect location.

Excellent service and responsiveness with Vunique Vacations. Family of Manatees by the dock was special.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Aug, 2022
Jack, Thank you for trusting us with your vacation experience. We are thrilled to hear that you found our Property Management team to be responsive and easily accessible. The Ringling Estate is a very special, luxury vacation rental for many reasons. Not only is the home and it’s amenities unbeatable, the location is phenomenal, and the private bayou access gives you water access for boats, and paddleboards and kayaks (provided). But on top of that all, this private bayou is basically a marine sanctuary and that gives you direct access to experience the very active marine life that Florida is known for directly off the private dock. Our guests have experienced some great fishing times, as well as unbeatable sightings of both dolphins and manatees. Some guests have even witnessed dolphins feeding near the canal wall on schools of mullet, and others have even had success feeding the manatees heads of lettuce – but remember you’re not allowed to touch them! It was a pleasure hosting you, thank you again for sharing this wonderful review recapping your experience here with us, and we look forward to having the opportunity to host you again soon. Your Host, Vunique Vacations
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

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

Perfect!

We loved our stay. It was a great location and plenty of room at the house. The pool was perfect as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug, 2022
Kelly, Thank you for trusting us with your vacation experience. We are thrilled to hear that you loved staying with us at the Ringling Estate, it is one of our favorites! As you mentioned the resort style pool and proximity to both the beach and St. Armands Circle make the Ringling Estate a truly special luxury vacation home. It was a pleasure hosting you, thank you again for sharing this wonderful review recapping your experience here with us, and we look forward to having the opportunity to host you again soon. Your Host, Vunique Vacations
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sawan P.

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

Great Family House

Liveability is great, close to shops/restaurants with a big kitchen that makes cooking easy. Huge house, comfortable beds.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jan, 2023
Sawan, Thank you for trusting us with your vacation experience. Our team is thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your recent stay with us at The Ringling Estate and that you found the home to be family friendly. The Ringling Estate is a very special, luxury vacation rental for many reasons. Not only is the home and its amenities unbeatable, but the location is also phenomenal, and the private bayou access gives you water access for boats, and the provided paddleboards and kayaks. It was a pleasure hosting you, thank you for sharing this wonderful review recapping your experience, we look forward to having the opportunity to host you again soon. Your Host, Vunique Vacations
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heidi T.

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

Lido Key Winner!

We had a wonderful time at the Ringling Estate! The location and house can't be beat .... and the pool area is amazing! We loved it ... one of our best VRBO stays!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar, 2024
Heidi, Thank you for trusting us with your vacation experience. We are thrilled to hear that the Ringling Estate was the perfect home for your group! The Ringling Estate is a very special, luxury vacation rental for many reasons. Not only is the home and its amenities unbeatable, but as you mentioned the location is also phenomenal, and the private bayou access gives you water access for the provided paddleboards and kayaks, as well as the frequent marine life that visits the protected bayou. We are so happy that you were able to experience the best part of Florida in that way. Our team strives to provide amazing amenities at every home in our portfolio, while simultaneously striving to differentiate ourselves in the areas of service and the guest experience we provide; and we are elated to see that we achieved that with your stay. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we look forward to the opportunity to host you again soon. Your Host, Vunique Vacations
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole K.

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

Perfect Beach Getaway

We loved this house. It was beautifully decorated, clean, welcoming and comfortable. It accommodated our family of 11 very well, including our little kids. Beautiful views, manatees in the bay every morning, close to the beach and walking distance to everything St Armands has to offer. Would love to come back again someday!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug, 2024
Nicole, Thank you for your lovely review! We're thrilled to hear that you loved the house and found it beautifully decorated, clean, welcoming, and comfortable. It's great to know it accommodated your family of 11, including the little ones, so well. We're glad you enjoyed the beautiful views and the manatees in the bay each morning, along with the convenient proximity to the beach and St. Armands. We'd love to welcome you back someday! We hope you choose us for any of your future Siesta Key, Lido Key, or soon to be Clearwater Beach vacations! Your Host, Vunique Vacations
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shawn B.

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

Family vacation

We had an amazing week! We have traveled to the area for over 15 years and this is one of our favorite sports. Very comfortable for our two families with lots of activities to keep everyone busy.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug, 2023
Shawn, Thank you for trusting us with your vacation experience. We are thrilled to hear that the Ringling Estate was the perfect home to spend your summer vacation! The Ringling Estate is a very special, luxury vacation rental for many reasons. Not only is the home and its amenities unbeatable, but as you mentioned the location is also phenomenal, and the private bayou access gives you water access for boats, and the provided paddleboards and kayaks, but also untethered access to frequent marine life that visits the protected bayou. We are so happy that you were able to experience the best part of Florida in that way. Our team strives to provide amazing amenities at every home in our portfolio, while simultaneously striving to differentiate ourselves in the areas of service and the guest experience we provide; and we are elated to see that we achieved that with your stay. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we look forward to the opportunity to host you again soon. Your Host, Vunique Vacations
Verified

10/10 Excellent

R. N.

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

Celebrating Retirement in Style

Wonderful. Beautiful. Lovely home and the best location we can imagine for a Beach Vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Feb, 2023
Ruth, Thank you for trusting us with your vacation experience. Our team is thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your recent stay with us at The Ringling Estate celebrating your well-deserved retirement – Congratulations! The Ringling Estate is a very special, luxury vacation rental for many reasons. Not only is the home and its amenities unbeatable, but the location is also phenomenal, and the private bayou access gives you easy water access for boats as well as the provided paddleboard and kayak. It was a pleasure hosting you, thank you for sharing this wonderful review and for choosing to celebrate such a special occasion with us😊, we look forward to having the opportunity to host you again soon. Your Host, Vunique Vacations
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Theresa S.

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

Family Planner

A beautiful property to make memories. The property is beautifully appointed, the location is great and the proximity to the beach and St. Armand’s is perfect Thank you for allowing us the opportunity to call this gem home for a week. .
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Oct, 2023
Theresa, Thank you for trusting us with your vacation experience. Our team couldn’t be more appreciative of you taking the time to share such wonderful feedback from your recent stay at The Ringling Estate! The Ringling Estate is a very special, luxury vacation rental for many reasons. Not only is the home and its amenities unbeatable, but as you mentioned the location is also phenomenal, and the private bayou access gives you water access for boats, the provided paddleboards/kayaks and of course our manatee friends😊. We strive to provide our guests with the highest level of service possible, which is why our Property Management Team makes themselves easily accessible to every guest that vacations with us. It was a pleasure hosting you, thank you again for sharing this wonderful review recapping your experience here with us, and we look forward to having the opportunity to host you again soon. Your Host, Vunique Vacations
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jerry B.

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

Lido Perfection

Beautiful home, clean, perfect location,wished we could have stayed longer. Comfortable beds, beautiful views, St. Armand’s Circle and the Beach all in walking distance, nice pool, kayaks and paddle boarding from the back yard.Manatees visiting my grandkids at the dock was just a nice bonus.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jul, 2023
Jerry, Thank you for trusting us with your vacation experience. Our team couldn’t be more appreciative of you taking the time to share such wonderful feedback from your recent stay at The Ringling Estate! The Ringling Estate is a very special, luxury vacation rental for many reasons. Not only is the home and its amenities unbeatable, but as you mentioned the location is also phenomenal, and the private bayou access gives you water access for boats, the provided paddleboards/kayaks and of course our manatee friends😊. We strive to provide our guests with the highest level of service possible, which is why our Property Management Team makes themselves easily accessible to every guest that vacations with us. It was a pleasure hosting you, thank you again for sharing this wonderful review recapping your experience here with us, and we look forward to having the opportunity to host you again soon. Your Host, Vunique Vacations
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allie G.

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

Christmas Vacation

My family and I had the best time at the Ringling Estate. We had 9 adults and 2 babies and everyone had enough room to relax and there was plenty to keep everyone entertained. House was gorgeous and steps away from the town and the beach. A great week!!
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jan, 2024
Allie, Thank you for trusting us with your vacation experience. We are thrilled to hear that the Ringling Estate was the perfect home to spend your Christmas Vacation! The Ringling Estate is a very special, luxury vacation rental for many reasons. Not only is the home and its amenities unbeatable, but as you mentioned the location is also phenomenal, and the private bayou access gives you water access for boats, and the provided paddleboards and kayaks, but also untethered access to frequent marine life that visits the protected bayou. We are so happy that you were able to experience the best part of Florida in that way. Our team strives to provide amazing amenities at every home in our portfolio, while simultaneously striving to differentiate ourselves in the areas of service and the guest experience we provide; and we are elated to see that we achieved that with your stay. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we look forward to the opportunity to host you again soon. Your Host, Vunique Vacations
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruth Y.

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

Family trip

I cannot say enough good things about this beautiful house! The location is perfect! The beach & amazing restaurants both a 2 minute walk! There is absolutely nothing comparable! Hemi, our host, was amazing! He made sure we were comfortable & answered all of our questions! You cannot go wrong renting this beautiful house!
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept, 2024
Ruth, Thank you for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the location and found the house perfect for your needs. It's great to know Hemy made your stay even better with his attentive service. We appreciate your recommendation and hope you consider us for any future Siesta Key, Lido Key, or soon-to-be Clearwater Beach vacations! Your Host, Vunique Vacations
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

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

Fabulous In Every Way

What an amazing and fabulous experience our group had staying at The Ringling Estate. The house is in a perfect location, is close to everything including the beach, has an awesome pool and hot tub and enough space all around for a large group. Perfec!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Nov, 2023
Laura, Thank you for trusting us with your vacation experience. Our team is thrilled to hear that you found the Ringling Estate to be an awesome property and perfectly located! The Ringling Estate is a very special, luxury vacation rental for many reasons. Not only is the home and its amenities unbeatable, but as you mentioned the location is also phenomenal, and the private bayou access gives you water access for boats, the provided paddleboards/kayaks and of course our manatee friends. We strive to provide our guests with the highest level of service possible, which is why our Property Management Team makes themselves easily accessible to every guest that vacations with us. It was a pleasure hosting you, thank you again for sharing this wonderful review recapping your experience here with us, and we look forward to having the opportunity to host you again soon. Your Host, Vunique Vacations
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10/10 Excellent

Mike H.

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awesome property &location

All we could have expected! House is outstanding in it 's set -up/size/and amenities ! Bedrooms &Bathrooms galore. Kitchen needs a better can opener- Pool/ Hot tub & dock were Great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jul, 2023
Mike, Thank you for trusting us with your vacation experience. Our team is thrilled to hear that you found the Ringling Estate to be an awesome property and perfectly located! The Ringling Estate is a very special, luxury vacation rental for many reasons. Not only is the home and its amenities unbeatable, but as you mentioned the location is also phenomenal, and the private bayou access gives you water access for boats, the provided paddleboards/kayaks and of course our manatee friends. We strive to provide our guests with the highest level of service possible, which is why our Property Management Team makes themselves easily accessible to every guest that vacations with us. It was a pleasure hosting you, thank you again for sharing this wonderful review recapping your experience here with us, and we look forward to having the opportunity to host you again soon. Your Host, Vunique Vacations
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10/10 Excellent

Nona J.

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

Relaxing retreat!

Our stay here was fabulous! The house is beautiful, nicely decorated, and immaculately clean. The pool area is like having your own resort. The dock is the perfect spot to do some fishing. The management company was great to work with. They checked I. With us after we were settled in to see if we needed anything. We had a problem with the code the garage and they immediately sent someone over to fix it. It is a very short walk to the beach as well as to St. Armand Circle. St. Armand’s has great shopping and dining. I highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Sept, 2024
Nona, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that you had a fabulous stay and enjoyed the beautiful home and resort-like pool area. It’s great to know that our team was responsive to your needs and that you appreciated the convenient location near the beach and St. Armand Circle. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we hope to welcome you back for another fantastic stay! Your Host, Vunique Vacations
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Absolute Perfection!

The pictures don’t do this house justice. Just steps away from the beach and shops/restaurants. We spent lazy days at the pool, paddle boarded by the manatees, walked around town, rode bikes to the tiki bar, and set out for beach days with the wagons, coolers and beach chairs. The house was plenty big for the 16 of us. We enjoyed every space the house had to offer and the amazing sunsets from the rooftop deck. Don’t have enough good things to say about this place. 10/10 for sure!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar, 2024
Laura, Thank you for trusting us with your vacation accommodations. We are thrilled to hear that the Ringling Estate was the perfect home for the week! The Ringling Estate is a very special, luxury vacation rental for many reasons. Not only is the home and its amenities unbeatable, but as you mentioned the location is also phenomenal, and the private bayou access gives you water access for the provided paddleboards and kayaks and the frequent marine life that visits the protected bayou. We are so happy that you were able to experience the best part of Florida in that way. Our team strives to provide amazing amenities at every home in our portfolio, while simultaneously striving to differentiate ourselves in the areas of service and the guest experience we provide; and we are elated to see that we achieved that with your stay. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we look forward to the opportunity to host you again soon. Your Host, Vunique Vacations
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10/10 Excellent

Barbara S.

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

Wonderful Property

We had an incredible time at Ringling! There were 11 of us - all adults and the space was perfect! Everyone (couples) had their own rooms, and bathrooms. The house was impeccable. We had everything we needed for preparing meals. The ice machine doesn’t work too great (as most) but a bag of ice in the extra freezer works fine! The host extremely responsive and gave us a tour upon arrival. We could walk in 2 minutes to Armand Circle where there are a plethora of restaurants and shops. It was also 2 minutes to be on the beach! There were bikes, carts to take things to the beach, a kayak and a paddle board (life jackets). The only downside for me was the busy street and traffic sounds - but a trade off to be so close to town for those in our group that love to shop! I would definitely rent from Vunique again. It was a pleasure from start to finish! One hint - we rented cabanas from Cabana Club of Sarasota and it was brilliant. They set up the cabanas and chairs each morning and took them down later. Came with chairs, towels, cooler with ice and water, blue tooth and phone chargers.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jul, 2024
Barbara, Thank you for your fantastic review of the Ringling Estate! We're thrilled to hear that your group had an incredible time and found the space perfect with each couple having their own rooms and bathrooms. We're glad you found the house impeccable and well-equipped for meal preparation. It's great to know your property manager was responsive and provided a helpful tour upon arrival. We appreciate you for sharing Cabana Club with us, we have added them to our preferred vendors list for future guests! We hope to welcome you back to any of our Siesta Key, Lido Key, or soon to be Clearwater Beach homes! Your Host, Vunique Vacations
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10/10 Excellent

Dev W.

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

The Best Family Vacation!

Our family of 11 included grandparents, children and grandchildren. This home was perfect in every way for our needs! Enough bedrooms, baths, inside spaces to gather and the outdoor spaces were incredible too! We had room to spread out and gather and the joke was, if anyone has a bad attitude, go find another corner of the house because there are plenty to find! They thought of everything when setting up the house. Being in construction and design, they created well planned spaces, plenty of room for storage and items that we needed to cook in, be entertained and enjoy the water and great biking around the area! They thought of EVERYTHING! Location was perfect for us too! So close to walk or bike to Lido and enjoy the dining and shopping on the square! The communication was unbelievable before, during and after. We had a small thing come up at the house and within 15 minutes they sent over someone to tend to it. Everyone was incredibly inviting, warm, helpful and just as excited as we were for us to be there! We’re definitely looking forward to another stay in the future! Thanks for giving out family an amazing place to make lifelong family memories!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Oct, 2022
Deb, Thank you for trusting us with your vacation experience. Our team couldn’t be more appreciative of you taking the time to share such wonderful feedback from your recent stay at The Ringling Estate! The Ringling Estate is a very special, luxury vacation rental for many reasons. Not only is the home and its amenities unbeatable, but the location is also phenomenal, and the private bayou access gives you water access for boats, and the provided paddleboards and kayaks. Being that you have a background in construction/design, it’s especially great to hear that you and your group appreciated the layout of the home, both inside and out.😊 The design and construction process is crucial for us as we have the opportunity to use guest feedback to get our concept right the first time. We use guest feedback both constructive and positive to mold our ideas into a finished product that we believe will provide the best guest experiences around! Our team is thrilled to hear that you found our service to be outstanding. We strive to provide our guests with the highest level of service possible, which is why our Property Management Team makes themselves easily accessible to every guest that vacations with us. It was a pleasure hosting you, thank you again for sharing this wonderful review recapping your experience here with us, and we look forward to having the opportunity to host you again soon. Your Host, Vunique Vacations
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10/10 Excellent

Greg V.

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

Perfect ending to our summer!

We all loved our stay at the Ringling Estate and will hopefully be back next summer, if not before. We loved the location, just a block from shopping on one side, and a block from the beach on the other. A quiet street. A dock out back made it easy to have a boat. A kayak and a paddleboard made it extra fun to interact with the manatees that visited each day. We LOVED the pool and all the space the backyard provided for us to play. The hammocks were so peaceful. The grill was spotless and worked well. Guys loved the golf simulator and the TV on the covered patio, especially on our one rainy day. The kitchen was wonderful, very spacious, and had plenty of supplies. I would recommend adding some larger serving platters and bowls and baking dishes. If we had had every bed filled, it would have been even more challenging to serve our family at meal time. We also wished there were champagne glasses and real wine glasses. We made due with the stemless but it was a surprise. Seems nitpicky but It just a preference. All of the dishware was just so nice and new. Can’t tell you how amazing it was to have 2 dishwashers. Loved the table on the balcony for another dining option. Elevator was super helpful, especially for my elderly mother-in-law. Beds super comfy in every single room!! We had a very full week and all the amenities and comforts with this property made it extra special. Oh…the sunsets from the rooftop…Ahhhhmazing! It just the perfect peaceful place. Book it now!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Oct, 2024
Greg, Thank you so much for your thoughtful and detailed review of your stay at the Ringling Estate! We're thrilled to hear that you loved the location, the peaceful setting, and all of the fantastic amenities the property has to offer, from the pool and hammocks to the golf simulator and rooftop sunsets. Your feedback regarding the kitchen supplies, including the need for larger serving platters, bowls, baking dishes, and additional glassware, is greatly appreciated and will help us make future stays even more enjoyable. We can’t wait to welcome you back next summer—or sooner! We hope you consider us for any future Siesta Key, Lido Key, or soon-to-be Clearwater Beach vacations! Your Host, Vunique Vacations.

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