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The Natural Retreat near to Siesta Key & Downtown Sarasota

Family-friendly holiday home in Sarasota with a water park

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Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Sarasota, FL
  • Place, Coconuts Family Entertainment Center
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Sarasota Memorial Hospital
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Lido Beach
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Main Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Master Bathroom Suite

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

The Natural Retreat near to Siesta Key & Downtown Sarasota

Our Casa Macademia, with nordic boho-chic decor, is situated in Sarasota’s charming neighborhood of South Poinsettia Park. The home peaceful setting is a perfect place to relax. Siesta Village and Downtown Sarasota and all its restaurants, bars, and shops are just minutes away. Plus 3 beautiful beaches - including #1 rated Siesta Key Beach - are only a 8-min ride away! We love to entertain and to make ALL our guests feel at home.

Welcome to Casa Macademia - a contemporary stay near beaches and downtown! Combined with its sister property Casa Azul Getaway, both units make up Siesta Getaways and sleep up to 16 (8 in each property).

The Space:

The property is in a great location with easy access to all of the wonderful amenities Sarasota has to offer. Our Getaway has a comfortable living room to relax and unwind, spacious bedrooms to sleep in, an outdoor patio with seating, and a BBQ for the nights you would like to eat in. The house is newly renovated with all new finishes, appliances, and furniture. Like to fish? Our house is less than a 3-min walk from the bay, and don`t worry about those beach towels, umbrella, cooler, and beach chairs...we`ve provided those items as well, to ensure your stay with us is as convenient as possible.

In order to provide an enhanced experience, we go above and beyond the industry standards for our cleanings. To ensure a safe and quality stay to you and your guests, we have permanently adopted CDC cleaning guidelines to comply with COVID-19. A quality control check is performed prior to your arrival.


Casa Macademia Getaway can accommodate up to 8 guests with bedding configuration as follows:

Bedroom#1: King Bed (1) - Sleeps 2
Bedroom#2: Queen Bed (1) - Sleeps 2
Bedroom#3: Queen Bed (1) + Twin Bunk Bed (1) - Sleeps 4
Common Space: *Air Mattress (1) -Sleeps 1 (requires host approval)

After 6 guests for any additional guests, a $25/guest/ per night charge will apply as noted in the booking instructions.


Exclusive Amenities Include:

Coffee Maker (Regular, French Press, Keurig*)
Outdoor Grill
Outdoor Lounging Area
Outdoor Dining Area
Linens Provided
Kitchen Essentials Provided
Toaster
Blender
Dishwasher
Iron and Ironing board
Washer and Dryer
Drying rack
Hairdryer
Beach towels
Bath towels
Comforter and Blankets
Free Wi-fi
Wall-Mounted Smart HDTVs (1 in each bedroom)
Stainless Steel Appliances
Dining Room (seats up to 8pp)
Dog-Friendly with a Fee *1 dog up to 25lbs (host approval required)
Central air
3 car driveway

Need another property to accommodate additional guests traveling with you? Ask me in advance for increased booking availability in nearby properties.

Guests are free to use the entire house, patio, and backyard for the duration of their stay.

Vacation Rental Certificate of Registration: VR24-00180

We’re happy to assist before, during, and after your stay via the booking platform’s messaging system. This property is locally managed by Siesta Getaways, with 24/7 support available for guest questions or concerns.

The Poinsettia Park neighborhood of Sarasota is a lovely place to visit. Quite and in a prime location to enjoy Sarasota`s beaches and entertainment.

No car, no problem! The cottage is a block away from multiple bus routes and a 10-min walk from Publix supermarket, Ricos Pizzeria, CVS, Einstein Bagels, and China Taste Restaurant.

FAQ:
Q: Why is there a 7-night minimum?
Local regulations require this property to be reserved for a minimum of seven (7) consecutive nights. As a certified vacation rental, we are required to comply with this regulation.

Q: How is the nightly rate set to reflect the 7 night minimum booking?
Our nightly rate has been thoughtfully structured so the overall cost of a 7-night reservation remains comparable to a shorter getaway, rather than charging a traditional weekly rate.

Q:How can I better understand my booking and pricing?
We’re happy to clarify details about this listing, including regulatory requirements and pricing, through the booking platform’s messaging system. This property is professionally managed by Siesta Getaways with focus on transparency and guest experience.
FAMILY FRIENDLY PROPERTY: Children and infants are more than welcome. Every person in your group must be included in the guest numbers.

GUEST ACKNOWLEDGES HOSTS RIGHTS: The host has the right to know who the primary guest is that’s checking into the host’s property. If the primary guest posts a profile picture of an avatar, a cartoon character, an animal, or anything other than a face shot, the host reserves the right to cancel the reservation without penalty at any time prior to check-in.

NO 3RD PARTY RESERVATIONS

MAXIMUM NUMBER OF GUESTS: Limit for occupancy as stated on property listing. FOR ADDITIONAL GUESTS, PLEASE INQUIRE. Capacity varies per property.

NON-REGISTERED GUESTS: No overnight visitors not listed on the reservation.

PURPOSE AND AGE REQUIREMENTS: This rental property is for individual and family vacations and business-related stays only: The host gladly rents to families or responsible adults over the age of 25 years old. The host has a “No-Group” Policy, which includes but is not limited to the following: school, spring break, prom, graduation, sororities, fraternities, or wedding receptions.

SELF CHECK-IN: This is a self-check-in property. You will receive instructions by email and check-in instructions are posted online in the house manual.

NO SMOKING/VAPING OR PARTIES ON THE PROPERTY.


POOL SAFETY: Applicable for property with pool. All guests are free to use and enjoy the pool located on property. For safety prevention ensure that safety locks provided on exterior doors and fence doors are secured when not using the backyard.

HEATED POOL: Applicable for property with pool. Pool is heated to 84F from November 15th - April 15th. Pool heat is operational during the filter pump duration period - typically from 9am-7pm. Pool may be heated outside these calendar periods for an additional $200/week.

PARKING: Included with the property is driveway parking for 3 vehicles.

QUIET HOURS: This host wants you to relax and enjoy your stay and also wants you to be mindful of not disrupting the neighbors. In accordance with the City of Sarasota’s noise ordinance we ask that you respect the quiet hours of 9 PM to 9 AM.

HOUSE CLEANING: Guests who are staying with us for more than 14 days will incur an additional $120 cleaning charge per week starting the second week of their stay.

Grill must be cleaned before checkout, for grill cleaning you will be charged a $125 fee upon checkout

Please follow the house rules, leave the items you found in the house there when you check out, and you will NOT have any additional fees. This host does NOT want to charge extra fees because they have a negative impact on the guest experience. They only exist to cover any loss or extra expense associated with a guest(s) stay.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
PACK N PLAY/HIGHCHAIR- $25/NIGHT FEE
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
All pet requests need to be approved by the host.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
FAMILY FRIENDLY PROPERTY: Children and infants are more than welcome. Every person in your group must be included in the guest numbers.

Important information

You need to know

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 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 deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Sarasota

Located in Sarasota, this holiday home is in the city centre and near the beach. 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium and Coconuts Family Entertainment Center. Jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Sarasota, FL

What's nearby

  • Coconuts Family Entertainment Center - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Sarasota Memorial Hospital - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • St. Armands Circle - 15 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Lido Beach - 15 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Mall at University Town Center - 25 min drive - 16.2 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Red Barn Bar - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪CinéBistro - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Connors - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Walt's Fish Market - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Natural Retreat near to Siesta Key & Downtown Sarasota pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at The Natural Retreat near to Siesta Key & Downtown Sarasota?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Natural Retreat near to Siesta Key & Downtown Sarasota?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Natural Retreat near to Siesta Key & Downtown Sarasota?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Natural Retreat near to Siesta Key & Downtown Sarasota located?

This family-friendly Sarasota holiday home is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of Coconuts Family Entertainment Center, Shell Beach and The Landings. Marie Selby Botanical Gardens and Artisans' World Marketplace are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gerald B.

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

Wonderful

Great place. Great host
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christiane T.

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

Lovely stay

We spent every day at the beach, uber was more expensive than expected and transit only ran every hour or so. House was lovely and host was extremely helpful. Beds were VERY comfortable, and short walk to large grocery store.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

victoria L.

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

Great house! So grateful with host

The house is wonderful , Clean. Lots of space for enjoying with family and friends. The host was very friendly, he answers always quickly. It’s good located, near beaches and also markets areas.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

lana l.

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

Family trip

Area was perfect. Close to everything. House was clean. Had everything we needed. It was great!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim M.

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

Great house. Conveniently located

We enjoyed our stay here. The location was great and had everything we needed. Dominick was helpful and easy to communicate with. There was one extra blanket that was pretty dirty when we went to use it, but other than that, the house was very clean and well equipped.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah P.

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

Perfect Spot Between Sarasota and Siesta Key

We had such a great stay here and would 100% recommend this home for a short- or long-term trip. It had everything we needed to either hang out at the house or spend all day at the beach — we really just had to bring our swimsuits and sunscreen.The house was clean, modern, and super comfortable. Management was always just a quick message away if we needed anything, which made everything really easy. We rented bikes and were able to ride into town, and the Breeze trolley just a block away was perfect. All of the recommendations for getting around, eating, and finding things to do were spot-on.We’re already hoping to come back next year — and honestly, we wouldn’t want to stay anywhere else!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jolene H.

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

Girls getaway

We had a great time - very close to Siesta Key which was awesome. We had a wonderful dinner at the Summer House Restaurant - 5 stars! The place was clean and minimally furnished with all Ikea items, we went to Ikea and saw everything for sale that was in the house, LOL. The only negative comments we have are that check out at 10am was way too early! And the cheap blinds for window coverings didn't block any of the sun - should get room darkening curtains for the rods that are already in place. And the towels were not very absorbent - kind of crispy and very small. Could use a robe hook in the bathrooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

About the host

Hosted by Reni Papalexiou

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It's a pleasure to meet you! My wife and I actually met in college while studying architecture at New Jersey Institute of Technology. Since then, we've had the opportunity to travel to many amazing destinations, and one dream we've always had is to become hosts ourselves. We're both very social and love entertaining, going to events, and meeting new people. That's why we're so excited to create a memorable experience for visitors to Sarasota. Whether you're here for business or pleasure, we want to make your stay as comfortable and enjoyable as possible.

Why they chose this property

Traveling is one of our greatest passions, and it has allowed us to meet so many fascinating people and explore some truly stunning places. As architects and interior designers, we've always dreamed of blending our love for travel, socializing, and beautiful design. When we visited Siesta Key in 2019, we fell head over heels for Sarasota and knew we had to make it our own. That's why we decided to purchase a home and create our own short-term vacation business. We truly believe that life is all about making connections, having unique experiences, and enjoying every moment to the fullest. By sharing our little slice of Sarasota with others, we hope to create something special that captures the essence of our very first visit here.

What makes this property unique

This home is literally just a walk away from Siesta Key and is perfectly situated minutes from downtown with museums and extraordinary dining and parks. As travelers ourselves we know what a blissful experience a vacation can be and do everything we can to anticipate what our guests' needs will be and to go above and beyond to curate a wonderful experience for our guests.

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English, Spanish, Portuguese, Greek

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