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Lido/St. Armands, Sarasota-Walk to Beach & St. Armands, Private cottage w/grill!

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Don't miss a sunset! Experience Lido's sunset as the sun dips below the Gulf!
Walk through this gate to your hideaway.  Your parking spot outside the gate!
Kitchen/ living room offers a seating area designed for comfort to enjoy the tv.
Kitchenette with mini fridge, + full-size fridge/freezer w/ ice maker available.
Full pot coffee maker, keurig k-cup and toaster oven which bakes and broils

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Sarasota, FL
  • Lido Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • St. Armands Circle
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Lido/St. Armands, Sarasota-Walk to Beach & St. Armands, Private cottage w/grill!

Lido Beach is one of the most beautiful beaches, not only in Florida, but in the United States. The beach has soft, silky white sand. The world famous sunsets off the shores of Lido Beach draw not only our visitors but local residents as well ... all there to soak in one of nature's most spectacular performances!! The view is so surreal that it’s not uncommon to see people clap their hands in the joy they receive from this experience. All of this is just a short stroll from the cottage which has incredible internet, with 457 mbps download and 28 mbps upload. There is also a brand five burner gas grill with cooktop outside!

This beautiful beach cottage, nestled on a little piece of paradise, is just a stones throw from Lido Beach. A fresh & friendly place to relax, unwind and enjoy your private, lush surroundings.

Public beach or public pool access to the left and down Grant Street, one block away – the pool price is $2/seniors/youth; $4 for everyone else. Walk just a few steps from the pool to swim in the ocean if you are so inclined. There's a snack bar, a small store with ice cream, and picnic tables, outdoor showers, bathrooms and live music at times!

This charming cottage has new, professionally installed hardwood flooring, crown moldings, and ceiling fans. The cooking area has been outfitted with brand cherry cabinets and topped with an exotic piece of granite.
A GE convection microwave and induction cooktop allow you to prepare meals. Your own huge grill with an extra cooktop for boiling corn, etc. In addition to the coffee maker (Keurig and full-pot brew) and toaster and toaster oven, there is also an outside propane barbecue for your use. All living room furniture has been recently purchased including the flat screen LCD Smart television. Cable TV/ HBO and wireless internet are available for your enjoyment at no charge.

The Queen sized bed, with its comfortable mattress and quality pillows will afford you a peaceful nights sleep, leaving you refreshed and ready for a great day. The bathroom, with decorator porcelain tiles throughout has been outfitted with Kohler fixtures, a vessel sink and Tommy Bahama style cabinets. A forceful shower with seemingly endless supplies of hot water will support one shower after another. Bath towels and bed linens are provided for your use.

Your front deck, fully fenced and private, is a great place to enjoy a morning cup of coffee with a newspaper or an evening beverage with good company and personal conversation. Our home is smoke free, please refrain from smoking inside the unit.

The Studio accommodates 2 guests and features a comfortable queen bed, private bath, large, flat screen TV & internet access, and small kitchenette (does not have oven/stove/freezer). The studio has its own private exterior entrance.

The walk to the beach is one block away!!! Approx 3 minute walk, 0.2 miles. Walk to St. Armands is approx 7 minutes, 0.4 miles!!

Property manager

Lori G
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
We take standards for hygiene and cleanliness very

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
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

We should mention

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

About the area

Sarasota

Located in Sarasota, this cottage 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 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 Sarasota Kennel Club. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours.
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Sarasota, FL

What's nearby

  • Lido Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • St. Armands Circle - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Marina Jack - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Sarasota Memorial Hospital - 9 min drive - 7.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Lido Beach Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪O'Leary's Tiki Bar & Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Marina Jack Yacht Basin - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Columbia Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Old Salty Dog - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Lido/St. Armands, Sarasota-Walk to Beach & St. Armands, Private cottage w/grill! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Lido/St. Armands, Sarasota-Walk to Beach & St. Armands, Private cottage w/grill! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lido/St. Armands, Sarasota-Walk to Beach & St. Armands, Private cottage w/grill!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lido/St. Armands, Sarasota-Walk to Beach & St. Armands, Private cottage w/grill!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lido/St. Armands, Sarasota-Walk to Beach & St. Armands, Private cottage w/grill! located?

Located in the heart of Sarasota, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Coolidge Park and Lido Beach. St. Armands Circle is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 77 out of 82 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 82 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 82 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 82 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 82 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joel K.

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

Very good

Clean comfortable and well equipped
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bob G.

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

Great spot

Great spot easy walk to beach and restaurants
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

SALLY G.

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

Good location

Had good visit at Lido keyShort walk to beach Nice park nearby for kayak launching Very close neighbors Had issue with the refrigerator in the laundry room Wasn’t cold, spoiled our food Con
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher P.

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

Perfect Getaway with Comfort, Privacy, and Great Hosts!

We had such a wonderful stay at this studio unit! The bed and pillows were incredibly comfortable — we both slept like babies every night, which is so important when you're away from home. The shower was also fantastic, with great hot water & water pressure. It’s a great value!The hosts were amazing, too. They were responsive and welcoming, ensuring that we had everything we needed for a relaxing stay. The grill was a great bonus for some evening meals, and we loved the privacy of the property, which made it feel like a true retreat. Plus, it’s just a short walk to the beach — couldn’t have asked for a better location. We highly recommend this spot for anyone looking for a comfortable and hassle-free getaway!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina W.

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

Lido Beach Getaway

The property had the best location! We could walk to the beach and St Armand’s very easily. The house had everything we needed and we had a wonderful time. We will stay here when we come again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samuel E.

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

Paradise!

We had a wonderful week in paradise!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Faith A.

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

Excellent Cottage at Lido Beach

Very nice but small venue. Exceptional location to Beach public pool and St Armand's Circle
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

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

Guests

We loved our cottage. Perfect location very private but not isolated. Clean and comfortable. We will definitely return next year. We had all the convenience of home.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra M.

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

It was all we hoped for

Everything was exactly as described. Very comfortable for two people. St. Armand’s Circle was delightful. Went to the Saturday morning Farmers Market in downtown via the trolley. Of course, being so close to the beach just sealed the deal. A great place to stay for 2 people.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen L.

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

Wonderful Location

Nice private cottage. Very close to beach and not far from St. Armands Circle. We were able to see gorgeous sunsets every night nearby. Love the location and cleanliness. We will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandy D.

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

Nice place!

Loved the trees on the property. It was great to have the outdoor area for grilling and relaxing.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen O.

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

A Perfect Vacation Property

My wife and I absolutely loved this property. Perfect location a block from the beach, easy walk to St. Armand's Circle, clean and quiet, made the best use of its space. Host also provided some beach accessories, which was very much appreciated. Communication with host and check-in process were perfect. I would stay here again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colby H.

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

Perfect getaway!

Easy walk to the beach and into town full of shops and restaurant life for foodies. The place was perfectly clean and perfect just right for my wife and I to get a little paradise.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy R.

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

Cottage Life

Perfect for staying in the Lido area. Small but comfortable!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Missy L.

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

Anniversary trip

Absolutely great place to stay for my husband and I. Everything about the property is exceptional. Location couldn’t be better. Will definitely return!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah W.

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

Great

Very relaxing trip. Beautiful house
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ethan S.

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

Lido key

This was a nice property to stay at and enjoy some relaxing time away from home. Definitely would stay here, and the convenience between St. Armand and the beach was amazing.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marjorie R.

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

Great location

The place is small but very comfortable. The outside has lots of chairs and we enjoyed it. We would happily stay there again.
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

betty m.

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

Cozy cottage

Totally enjoyed our stay,3 minute walk to the beach and short walk to st.armands circle. Thanks for sharing with us,Betty and Lori
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brennan M.

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

Really Great Stay

My girlfriend and I came for an overnight trip for my birthday. Everything went great. The cottage was very clean, it was super close to St. Armand’s Circle, and check-in/checkout was very smooth. Perfect getaway. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judith B.

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

Nice and relaxing

If you are looking for a nice relaxing couples vacation this is the place for you. We spent our 50 wedding anniversary here. Upon arrival there was a bottle of wine waiting for us. Everything you need is within walking distance, from restaurants to shopping and the beach! Loved it! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole S.

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

Lovely little cottage in a great location

My partner and I rented thus fir a week while visiting the area and celebrating his brother's 50 th birthday. The location is so convenient if you want to walk to a beautiful beach, good food and shopping. The place is very clean and has everything you need to be comfortable and cozy in between outings!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Monica D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Beach cottage

The beach cottage is very nice but the pictures on the web site show a pool, but when you receive your information email it said the pool is for the house. There is no mention of house with the cottage with grill, so why is there a picture of it. the rest of the pictures are correct. Easy to get to St, Armands circle.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandy A.

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

Perfect

Our stay was lovely the apartment had everything we could have needed for our girlcation. Quick walk to the beach, comfortable, and fully equipped:) Would recommend to anyone and would hope to return soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keegan C.

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

Perfect getaway!

My newly wedded wife and I just stayed here on our honeymoon and the stay was just perfect! 5 minute walk to Lido beach, 10 minute walk to St. Armand’s circle which is full of restaurants and shopping. It was everything we needed after a long wedding planning year and Sandy was so great to us! 10/10 would recommend
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Lori G

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Lori has been a long-time visitor to Florida for getaways from the Washington DC cold. She's spent most of her time in the Sarasota area and just fell in love with Lido Beach and it’s eclectic shopping and fantastic restaurants in St. Armand’s Circle. Enjoying the type of vacation where you don’t need to always find parking, Lori found this home nestled amongst rich, private vegetation, with the ability to walk to both the beach and St. Armand’s Circle. She also loves traveling and getting to know the people from all over the world.
Claudia who is your Chief Hospitality Manager, is a local to Sarasota. She is an incredible property manager and a powerhouse of information for local cuisine and things to do in the area. Her number one priority is you! You will be pleased with her care and concern for your comfort.
Clearly we both love this part of Florida! We especially love hosting families and friends who enjoy such a hip, urban neighborhood like Lido. We enjoy the local restaurants and we love that we can walk just about anywhere we need to go. We absolutely love the house. It's often referred to as a "private little Garden of Eden" by our guests and we agree. We love hosting people in our guesthouse, and look forward to meeting travelers and helping them feel as comfortable and at home as possible while in Florida.

Why they chose this property

Because driving once you're on vacation is such a waste of our most important commodity !!! Quality Time! Why this property? Because it's a quiet and private tropical paradise! Why this property? Because your comfort and pleasure are our #1 concern!

Beautiful St. Armands Circle, with its collection of restaurants & pubs, daiquiri decks, ice cream parlors, boutiques and specialty shops is a short 5 minute walk from the home.
The Lido Pavilion, located on the beach is 50 yards from the front door. Grant Drive is one of the quietest streets on Lido Key allowing you to bask in the simple pleasures of island life. At both ends of Lido Key there are Parks that you can bike or walk through, enjoying special 'look-outs' to the beautiful Mangroves surrounding that portion of Lido Key. Kayak rentals are available to get up close and personal with the natural shore lines surrounding Sarasota bay.
Mote Marine, a beautiful Aquarium where you can explore the many beautiful sea animals that live in the Gulf, is located just off the north end of the key.
Over the Ringling Bridge to mainland Sarasota you can take advantage of many wonderful experiences and a rich cultural community. From the Ringling Museum, to the ballet, opera or concerts at the Van Wezel, to gorgeous downtown Sarasota with its picturesque bay-front. With street names like Lemon, Orange, Pineapple, and Coconut it is a very tropical setting. Downtown Sarasota also boasts a beautiful movie theater, library, plenty of shopping, and wonderful restaurants.

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