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9.0

Wonderful

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4116 sq m

Popular amenities

Washer

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Dryer

Outdoor space

Free WiFi

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

Sarasota, FL

Siesta Key Beach6 min drive
Turtle Beach12 min drive
Lido Beach27 min drive
Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)73 min drive

Most relevant reviews

6/10 Okay

Needs updating both inside and out.

thomas m.

Mar 12, 2024

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Guest Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Separate dining area

About this property

Cozy and Clean Villa in Gulf Gate Close to Siesta Key

This cozy villa is nestled in the heart of the Gulf Gate community and is only a ten-minute drive to Siesta Key Beach! Walking distance to the new Gulf Gate Library and Gulf Gate shops, with too many restaurants to count, groceries (Publix & Sprouts), bakeries, banks, retail shops such as Total Wines, Marshalls, Bed Bath & Beyond, Ross, and many more.
This villa sits on a quiet street with friendly neighbors, the community is a walk/bike/live atmosphere, and the beautiful new library is just a hop-skip-jump away!

Additional Notes: Renters continue to inquire about pets, the owner has allergies and pets are NEVER accepted.

Property manager

Rachel

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No Children No Pets No Smoking

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Sarasota

Located by the sea, this villa is in Gulf Gate Estates, 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 Siesta Key Beach and Crescent Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Ed Smith Stadium, or consider a night out at Venice Train Depot. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Sarasota, FL

What's nearby

Siesta Key Beach - 6 min drive
Crescent Beach - 9 min drive
Sarasota Memorial Hospital - 9 min drive
Turtle Beach - 12 min drive
Lido Beach - 27 min drive

Getting around

Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

‪Brew Life Brewing - ‬2 min drive
‪Taco Bell - ‬2 min drive
‪Kekes Breakfast Cafe - ‬3 min drive
‪Culver's - ‬4 min drive
‪Munchies Cafe - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy and Clean Villa in Gulf Gate Close to Siesta Key pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cozy and Clean Villa in Gulf Gate Close to Siesta Key?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy and Clean Villa in Gulf Gate Close to Siesta Key?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cozy and Clean Villa in Gulf Gate Close to Siesta Key located?

Located in Gulf Gate Estates, this villa is within 2 miles (3 km) of Gulf Gate Golf Club, Sarasota Square and Gulf Gate Mall. Sarasota Memorial Health Care System and Pelican Plaza are also within 3 miles (5 km).

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

6/10 Okay

thomas m.

12 Mar 2024

Liked: Communication

OK

Needs updating both inside and out.

Stayed 29 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandy Y., Montoursville pa

1 Apr 2022

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

Overall experience

It was top of the line as usual. Well supplied with essentials Great place to call a temporary home away from home……

Stayed 29 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

John S., Bettendorf, Ia USA

2 Mar 2022

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

Sullivan Stay

This place lived up to the excellent reviews we read before booking Hoping to go back ASSP. Great time and experience with this owner.

Stayed 27 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl P., Union, Kentucky

1 Feb 2022

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

Enjoyed our month stay

Great location. Close to shopping and beaches. Especially enjoyed south Lido Key Beach Park on St. Armands Key. The Shore is one of our favorite restaurants there. Third visit to Sarasota/Siesta Key area. So much to do in the area. Rachel was a great hostess. Fixed our meals for most of the month. Found everything we needed in the kitchen and elsewhere.

Stayed 27 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris T.

27 July 2021

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

Place was very clean and well kept. It was a nice home away from home.

Great!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Deborah B.

5 July 2021

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

Great place to say the least

What an awesome place we had everything we need. Great place to stay location wise very close to everything.

10/10 Excellent

Deborah D.

23 June 2021

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

Clean and well-equipped property, great location

The property was very clean and in perfect condition. The Gulf Gate location was very convenient for us. We had a few questions and Rachel was very responsive.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Theresa B.

16 June 2021

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

Great stay

We enjoyed this cute place. They have and have thought of everything you’d need. We loved it. Close to beaches and friends in the area.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Nellie P.

7 June 2021

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

Nice but removed from the action

This place was very clean and well-maintained albeit a bit dated. Also we didn’t know it was one side of a duplex rather than a standalone home. We really appreciated that the kitchen was stocked with supplies so that we could cook in as needed! The one main qualm we had was that it was advertised as “location location location” but felt pretty removed from the Siesta Key beach area/restaurants and from downtown Sarasota. (We should have done more research but were unfamiliar with the area.) Granted—we were there on a holiday weekend, but it was a 20 minute drive to the beach on some days. The house is located in a more remote part of town where you’re closer to Costco/strip malls/car dealerships than the beach/cute restaurants and shops. Overall we made it work and truly had a wonderful time!!

Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

6/10 Okay

Aoife B.

6 June 2021

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

Gulf gate condo

I found the property clean, however it needs updating. All bedding sheet needed upgraded to a higher standard. Would have liked an electric kettle as I enjoy tea.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Reba Q., Vancouver, Washington, USA

1 May 2021

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

Couldn't be nicer

The owners have done a great job of creating a homy, comfortable space that is very well equipped and stocked. We spent two weeks there while visiting relatives and couldn't have been happier. We will definitely try to stay again next time we plan a trip to Sarasota.

Stayed 13 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carole, Riva

20 Apr 2021

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

Great location

This is the best equipped vrbo we have rented. We like to eat meals in, as well as at restaurants. In addition - the location was perfect for us. We are building a new home in Palmer Ranch, and needed to buy furniture and other items. This house was in a perfect location with easy access to all the furniture stores. And an easy drive to Siesta Key and St. Armand's, too!

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sandy Y., Montoursville pa

2 Apr 2021

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

Awesome getaway

Very clean. Well supplied for everything. Safe location..no traffic noice..great!

Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Barb W.

5 Mar 2021

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

Winter break

Everything and more for accommodations, location.

Stayed 26 nights in Feb 2021

8/10 Good

alfred b.

1 Apr 2020

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

2/22/20

great location for events in Sarasota. virus messed up stay and activities. had to leave 9 days early.

10/10 Excellent

Sally P.

22 Feb 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyed our time here! Lovely home.

Great home, wonderful amenities, well appointed! Great residential neighborhood, good walking close to library, beach, shops. Bathroom at end of hall, problem with shower in the end of hall bathroom, hot water problems, TV bit complications, maybe a written detailed description for use. We only got NBC. Did not receive any previous maps, etc from VRBO. The back porch a plus, great area for meals, sip coffee in morning.

2/10 Terrible

Richard T.

19 Feb 2020

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

Quiet neighborhood

A nice quiet neighborhood, and a very comfortable king size bed. Easy biking in the development, a large library a block away. Centrally located in the Sarasota area. It could use a BBQ grill and more comfortable chairs in the lanai.

Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Chuck C., Grand Blanc, MI

8 Feb 2020

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

Clean, comfortable & great location

The house is as pictured in the VRBO listing. It was clean, comfortable and in a nice quiet neighborhood. The king bed was awesome. It is a great location to relative to Siesta Key, St. Armands Circle, Sarasota airport & Venice beach. There is a terrific bagel shop within walking distance. There is a great French bakery and fish monger within a mile of the house as well as 3 Publix grocery stores all within about a mile. We had easy access to I-75 for our trips to St. Petersburg and Naples. Everything in the house worked fine and the furniture was comfortable. I would definitely rent from Rachel again. We had no negative issues during our 2 week stay.

Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

John F.

21 Jan 2020

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

Nice quiet neighborhood.

The villa is clean and comfortable, in a nice quiet neighborhood within easy commute to any Sarasota and beach location you want to visit.

About the host

Hosted by Rachel

In 2002, I left Greenville, South Carolina and moved to St. Petersburg, Florida where I had been visiting a friend for several years. In 2005, I took a great job in Venice, FL and found this precious villa in Sarasota. I worked in commercial real estate for several years, then started a construction company during the 2008 recession. Over the Christmas holiday in 2007, I took a trolley to see Christmas lights with friends, and later that evening I met my, soon to be, Yankee husband, at the Gator Club in Downtown Sarasota. In 2010, we were married in Mary's Chapel at Historic Spanish Point Plantation.
During 2012, my Yankee husband Joe and I moved to Travelers Rest, South Carolina where we now live on 20 acres raising dogs, cats, chickens, and goats. We love our Sarasota home and friends, and we hope you will enjoy the town, the sights, the people, and Gulf Gate as much as we do!

Why they chose this property

The location of this property is amazing for anyone who loves convenience, because if it's not within a 1-3 mile radius, then you probably don't need it! If you want to get to other locations in Florida, the close proximity to I-75 makes for easy travels.
This property has been well maintained and loved through the years, it depicts Old Florida Style at its best! The neighbors are friendly and it is a hop-jump-skip away from the new Gulf Gate Library. Depending on your lifestyle, this is a walk/bike/live community.

What makes this property unique

Location, location, location. Only a 10-minute drive to Siesta Key Beach, which is continuously rated #1 Beach in the United States, and close to all the amazing shops in Gulf Gate Village and Sarasota Pavilion. Gulf Gate is like the new "it" area with new retail shops, bakeries, and a mixture of international food flare that is note even seen in small cities.