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A Whale of a Good Time!
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10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 102100 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Sarasota, FL
- Place, Sarasota Commons Shopping Center4 min drive
- Place, St. Armands Circle16 min drive
- Place, Lido Beach16 min drive
- Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)21 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Bunk Beds
Living Room 1
1 Double Sofa Bed
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo
Bathroom 3
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
A Whale of a Good Time!
Beatifully updated pool home complete with two master suites that both have access to the pool. A fun double bunk room for the kiddos. Each bedroom has a ceiling fan with a remote. Plenty of room for families and large groups. Huge backyard, quiet neighborhood and private pool, two fire pits, corn hole boards and bags. The indoor shuffleboard table provides endless entertainment. The closet is full of puzzles and board games. Giant full size kitchen, completely stocked with everything you need. Dining room with seating for six and seating for four more at the kitchen island.Two car garage and plenty of driveway space to park multiple vehicles. We are pet friendly and have a fully fenced in back yard. There is a temperature controlled grill on the pool deck for the grillmaster in your group.There are Roku TVs in every room except for the bunk room. We are 6 miles from world renowned beaches, close to rowing facilities, big cat habitat, and museums. Many local breweries nearby. We provide beach chairs, an umbrella, a beach bag, and a soft cooler so you’re all set to to enjoy our beautiful beaches. There is a Target, a Publix, a Winn Dixie, and many restaurants 5 minutes away.
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Wild parties will get you removed immediately.
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
We may accommodate more than 1 dog. Please ask.
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking in the house will result in a $500 fee.
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
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15
Note from host: Wild parties will get you removed immediately.
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Sarasota
Sarasota is home to this holiday home. Mall at University Town Center and St. Armands Circle are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lido Beach and Siesta Key Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Ed Smith Stadium or Longboat Key Public Tennis Center. Jet skiing, kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
Sarasota, FL
What's nearby
- Sarasota Commons Shopping Center - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
- Mall at University Town Center - 10 min drive - 8.2 km
- Sarasota Memorial Hospital - 14 min drive - 5.7 km
- St. Armands Circle - 16 min drive - 12.7 km
- Lido Beach - 16 min drive - 13.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 3 min drive
- Der Dutchman - 4 min drive
- Starbucks - 3 min drive
- Chipotle Mexican Grill - 3 min drive
- First Watch - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.6/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
27 Nov, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sean A.
6 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Stay
Sean A.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lee B.
9 Apr, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great vacation for Spring Break
Lee B.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kathleen W.
28 Aug, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spacious, great quiet location, well stocked
Kathleen W.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
janet M.
29 Mar, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family spring break trip
janet M.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Gina P.
23 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gina P.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jay S.
21 Apr, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short vacation
Jay S.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Vickie D.
7 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacation
Vickie D.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Elidany C.
23 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location and great house
Elidany C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kiley B.
20 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay!
Kiley B.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jesse H.
12 Jun, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach Bums
Jesse H.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
8/10 Good
Stephanie S.
31 Jan, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Large Family Stay
Stephanie S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Wendy S.
2 Jan, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic for our family! Would stay again!
Wendy S.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Andy H.
28 Feb, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sarasota winter getaway
Andy H.
Stayed 27 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Brittany K.
9 May, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wow!!
Brittany K.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Amelie D.
11 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house
Amelie D.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Susan R.
23 Mar, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Month Away in a Beautiful Setting
Susan R.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kelly H.
26 Jun, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful stay
Kelly H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Bryan B.
26 Sept, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Space for everything
Bryan B.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Rebecca P.
15 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect!
Rebecca P.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Paul B.
3 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great place to relax.
Paul B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Daniel S.
11 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Stay
Daniel S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Marlene G.
22 Dec, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Would definitely stay again!
Marlene G.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ann W.
29 May, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous
Ann W.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Christina H.
9 Jan, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was perfect!
Christina H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
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