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The Empty Nest is Sweet Private Suite, 15 minutes to everything.

Apartment in Sarasota with kitchenette and patio

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Room
Private entrance, and lock box.
Exterior detail
Parking for our guests - follow the path to your private entrance.
Queen size bed

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Sarasota, FL
  • Place, Tuttle Avenue Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Sarasota Commons Shopping Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Payne Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Dining area

About this property

The Empty Nest is Sweet Private Suite, 15 minutes to everything.

Cozy Suite Near Pinecraft & Downtown Sarasota

Welcome to The Empty Nest, a charming two-room suite tucked away on a quiet dead-end streetb, yet close to downtown Sarasota, University Town Center, and just 15 minutes from award-winning beaches. Across the street, enjoy the Legacy Trail and the Pompano Trailhead—perfect for walking, biking, or playing pickleball.

This private suite, part of our main house, offers complete privacy. Relax in a quiet bedroom and enjoy a separate room for sitting, dining, or just hanging out. The suite includes a private bathroom with both a shower and a tub. Step out to the screened deck to unwind in the fresh air.

The kitchenette features a mini fridge and microwave, with a hot plate and toaster available for longer stays (note: no sink).

Our quaint neighborhood sits just outside the heart of Old Pinecraft—you may spot Amish neighbors riding bikes around the area.

Sarasota is a vibrant destination with new restaurants, cultural attractions, and beautiful beaches. The Empty Nest is ideally located: 15 minutes from the beach, downtown, and Benderson Park; 1 hour to Tampa and St. Petersburg; and 1 hour to Venice and Punta Gorda.

Whether you’re visiting friends, family, or simply relaxing on the soft white sand, The Empty Nest offers a cozy home base in the perfect neighborhood—nothing is too far away!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No rentals longer than 1 week

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
This property accepts credit cards
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 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
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

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Sarasota

Located near the beach, this apartment is in Bellevue Terrace, 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 Marine Laboratory & Aquarium and Marie Selby Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting.
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Sarasota, FL

What's nearby

  • Tuttle Avenue Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Sarasota Commons Shopping Center - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Colonial Village Shopping Center - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Payne Park - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Sarasota Art Museum - 5 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Der Dutchman - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Yoder's Restaurant - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Reyna's Taqueria - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Empty Nest is Sweet Private Suite, 15 minutes to everything. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Empty Nest is Sweet Private Suite, 15 minutes to everything. ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Empty Nest is Sweet Private Suite, 15 minutes to everything. ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Empty Nest is Sweet Private Suite, 15 minutes to everything. ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Empty Nest is Sweet Private Suite, 15 minutes to everything. located?

Located in Bellevue Terrace, this apartment building is within 2 miles (3 km) of Tuttle Avenue Park, Payne Park and Sarasota Commons Shopping Center. Sarasota Art Museum and Bobby Jones Golf Complex are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 88 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 88 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 88 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 88 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 88 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marlin E.

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

Great place

Great place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a peaceful spot with homey details like high quality linens, handmade pottery mugs, & a beautiful garden. We loved our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hamid F.

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

Awesome place

Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth A.

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

Great experience

This is a great place to stay for a quick getaway, the host was very timely with the response as well!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annie B.

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

Great spot for a quick weekend wedding!

Nice spot - had everything we needed and affordable!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tania R.

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

Close to everything

Nice cozy place perfect for 2. We stayed 1 night. Close to all and Just a short drive to lido beach. Clean and Rachel was a great host.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori W.

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

Empty Nest Comfy

Great stay .
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

cozy

Had everything we needed for a quick nights stay. Better than a hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg G.

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

Quick and comfy stay

We only needed a place to land for one night. The retreat was just what we needed after a long day of travel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashton K.

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

Amazing cozy stay in Sarasota

Highly recommend booking a stay here! Super cute and very thoughtfully stocked with everything you could possibly need during your stay. Easy access to the bike path is also a huge plus, perfect to go on a run or get into town without worrying about parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelly F.

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

Great communication

Geat spot for a quick couple of says to stay. A nice place to rest your head if you're out and about.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Isabella R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!

Location was perfect and comfortable bed
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynette K.

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

Short Stay

We just needed a one night stay before flying home. It served our purpose very well. Would book again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Rita B.

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

Quaint clean and quiet

Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renita W.

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

Clean. Good location

Overall good. Had what I needed for my stay
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dale S.

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

Lovely Cozy cottage

Lovely, cozy cottage. Immaculate with everything one would need. I would stay there again. You need a car.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roy H.

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

Great place

Great place for a couple get away. Nice quiet location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey B.

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

Pleasant stay

A very comfortable, affordable property close to Sarasota Opera. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Luke L.

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

Great little getaway

The host was very accommodating, I love this little place
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt V.

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

Great location and great host!

We had a great stay at this property! The listing was accurate and the location was great for us. The host was very responsive to everything we needed during our stay. We would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nora H.

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

Our stay in Sarasota

I have never rented a VRBO before and I just randomly picked this place knowing nothing about Sarasota. We came here just to meet up with our cousin who we hadn’t seen in 50 years. This place was perfect so sweet very quiet lovely little yard perfect size we couldn’t have wanted much more. We felt very safe and comfortable here.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bob P.

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

Great location for my needs

Excellent trail
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda W.

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

Great Suite for a getaway

Comfotable, clean and great location. Owner super easy to work with!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Beth G.

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

Comfortable and quiet

Just right for an overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bruce K.

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

Comfortable, good location to pickleball courts & ballfield.

Good location, availability to many places we enjoy. A small sink in kitchen would have been nice but we made do. Would probably stay again.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2024

About the host

Hosted by Rachel Martin

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I am a mom of three wonderful children! My two sons live in Asheville, NC. My daughter, recently left for college. Now that we are officially an Empty Nesters, I am renting out my private suite!
I work full time as Operations Manager of a large downtown church, in Sarasota. I have worked there for 17 years! I also have a sweet yorkie named Ollie. I am also a judge for Odyssey of the Mind, a creative problem solving competition for kids, for the regional, state, and world levels. While being an empty nester frees up some of my time, I definitely don't have a hard time staying busy!

I was born and raised in Buffalo, NY and still have family there so I enjoy trips there and love to stay in other BNB's.

My husband is retired but teachers drivers ed for local high schools.

We hope that you will get time to explore the Sarasota area and especially the exciting downtown nightlife.

Languages:

English
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