10/10 Excellent
Erin M.
17 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Choice
Erin M.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
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2Bd+2 Ba beach cottage w/private front/back yard, screened porch, firepit, grill
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6102.2 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Sarasota, FL
- Lido Beach1 min walk
- St. Armands Circle8 min walk
- Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium5 min drive
- Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)21 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Master Bedroom
1 King Bed
Office 1
1 Double Bed
Queen Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Hall Bath
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Master Bath
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
2Bd+2 Ba beach cottage w/private front/back yard, screened porch, firepit, grill
Perfect, private retreat! Time slips into Beach time, where nature guides your days and evenings. Fully renovated post 2024 hurricanes. Ready to welcome you!
Sparkling Florida Beach Cottage combines top amenities with traditional charm. Located one driveway to the secluded beach path on the quiet north end of Lido Key. Relish your quiet beach, collect shells and sand dollars, watch pelicans and sea hawks dive for their meals...Away from the high rises, condos and cars - slip into wave-time. And when you're hungry or want to shop - walk to St Armand's Circle - only 5 minutes away!
We make it easy for you to bring only your swimsuit, flip flops and a coverup - you'll have all the amenities (chairs, umbrellas, wagon, beach towels) on the property waiting for you! Spend the evening watching the sunset on the beach and come back to your cottage and sit by our propane firepit in your private back yard to count the stars! Or grill out with our propane grill or cook just the right meal in our completely outfitted kitchen. Or hang out on the NEW Screened Florida Room out front and say hi to the neighbors.
We offer a King bedroom with an ensuite bath/shower, a Queen bedroom that shares the hall bath with the cottage and a separate sunroom that has a full-sized bed that can sleep 2.
We use high thread count linens, extra pillows for your comfort selection, Turkish Towels, Fully Stocked Kitchen with all New Bosch and GE Profile Appliances. We even have a private, high end washer/dryer (no key cards!)
Flamingo Cottage takes you back in time with charm and modern day comforts galore. The screened Florida Room welcomes you home with over 500 square feet of comfy, dry, bugless outdoor space! The main living area has comfy leather furniture and desk, a 65" smart TV (with DVD player), which is open to dining room and kitchen, plus a "smart" 42" TV in the King bedroom. The back patio is complete with 2 modern chaise lounges with side tables, a large table and chairs for 6, solar lighted large umbrella and a Weber BBQ grill (propane provided). A relaxing propane fire pit is also at your private disposal, complete with comfortable seating for evening viewing of the stars.
You'll fall in love with this comfortable and playful private cottage! Doesn't get any better than this location. The Ultimate retreat to stay and return year after year!
For Larger Groups, feel free to reserve our larger cottage next door! Our Pelican Cottage has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms and Heated Pool (sleeps 10). Rent Both Together when available. Check Availability: VRBO.com/1717004
Sparkling Florida Beach Cottage combines top amenities with traditional charm. Located one driveway to the secluded beach path on the quiet north end of Lido Key. Relish your quiet beach, collect shells and sand dollars, watch pelicans and sea hawks dive for their meals...Away from the high rises, condos and cars - slip into wave-time. And when you're hungry or want to shop - walk to St Armand's Circle - only 5 minutes away!
We make it easy for you to bring only your swimsuit, flip flops and a coverup - you'll have all the amenities (chairs, umbrellas, wagon, beach towels) on the property waiting for you! Spend the evening watching the sunset on the beach and come back to your cottage and sit by our propane firepit in your private back yard to count the stars! Or grill out with our propane grill or cook just the right meal in our completely outfitted kitchen. Or hang out on the NEW Screened Florida Room out front and say hi to the neighbors.
We offer a King bedroom with an ensuite bath/shower, a Queen bedroom that shares the hall bath with the cottage and a separate sunroom that has a full-sized bed that can sleep 2.
We use high thread count linens, extra pillows for your comfort selection, Turkish Towels, Fully Stocked Kitchen with all New Bosch and GE Profile Appliances. We even have a private, high end washer/dryer (no key cards!)
Flamingo Cottage takes you back in time with charm and modern day comforts galore. The screened Florida Room welcomes you home with over 500 square feet of comfy, dry, bugless outdoor space! The main living area has comfy leather furniture and desk, a 65" smart TV (with DVD player), which is open to dining room and kitchen, plus a "smart" 42" TV in the King bedroom. The back patio is complete with 2 modern chaise lounges with side tables, a large table and chairs for 6, solar lighted large umbrella and a Weber BBQ grill (propane provided). A relaxing propane fire pit is also at your private disposal, complete with comfortable seating for evening viewing of the stars.
You'll fall in love with this comfortable and playful private cottage! Doesn't get any better than this location. The Ultimate retreat to stay and return year after year!
For Larger Groups, feel free to reserve our larger cottage next door! Our Pelican Cottage has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms and Heated Pool (sleeps 10). Rent Both Together when available. Check Availability: VRBO.com/1717004
Property manager
Deb and Ed Mackiewicz
Premier Host
Languages
English, German
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Adult supervision of children required at all time
Events
No events allowed
Owner approved exceptions possible w/addl deposit
Pets
No pets allowed, service animals permitted
<30 Lbs; $150 cleaning fee; damages++
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Outside smoking permissible; tenant clean-up reqd
Important information
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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
Note from host: Owner approved exceptions possible w/addl deposit
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
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A car is not required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Sarasota
Located in Sarasota, this cottage is on 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. Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium and Marie Selby Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Sarasota, FL
What's nearby
- Lido Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
- St. Armands Circle - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
- Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
- Marina Jack - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
- Sarasota Memorial Hospital - 9 min drive - 7.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Lido Beach Restaurant - 15 min walk
- Marina Jack Yacht Basin - 6 min drive
- Columbia Restaurant - 8 min walk
- The Old Salty Dog - 4 min drive
- Daiquiri Deck - 7 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Valerie B.
26 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
worked out well as we are renovating our nearby property
Valerie B.
Stayed 18 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Fran G.
1 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful cozy house and location
Fran G.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Michael H.
16 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lido loveliness
Michael H.
Stayed 35 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Robert A.
15 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Flamingo cottage lido key
Robert A.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lynn A.
4 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute Cottage
Lynn A.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
John O.
18 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Location
John O.
Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kathy H.
31 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location
Kathy H.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
steve a.
25 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great vacation!
steve a.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Pat D.
9 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and great hosts
Pat D.
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Joseph F.
14 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Feb24 Lido Key Vacation
Joseph F.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Michael H.
2 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Flamingo fling
Michael H.
Stayed 32 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Diane F.
5 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Getaway
Diane F.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jacob H.
1 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
Jacob H.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Wayne S.
25 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy property with friendly/responsive managers
Wayne S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Rebecca S. B., Knoxville, TN
14 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome vacation home in North Lido
Rebecca S. B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kathleen R.
14 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
Wonderful vacation spot for adults
Kathleen R.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth A.
25 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Two weeks in March 2023 on Lido Key
Elizabeth A.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
STEPHEN H.
5 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As always, a great stay
STEPHEN H.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ramy S.
30 Dec 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, clean place
Ramy S.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
James W.
15 Dec 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage near the beach
James W.
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Heather W.
16 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
Heather W.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Rachel S.
21 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely wonderful!
Rachel S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
2 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect family vacation
Verified traveller
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Hugh C.
1 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Required?
Hugh C.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
About the host
Hosted by Deb and Ed Mackiewicz
We are beach lovers - in the truest sense! Over thirty years ago, we met on a California beach while helping a lost child and we've been married and beachcombing around the world ever since - in between raising two incredible children and our careers. Our parents live just down the road and we split our time between Lido Key and our home in Ridgefield, CT. We treasure our two family beach cottages, which we have named Lido Pelican Cottage and Lido Flamingo Cottage. We are looking forward to sharing them with you!
Why they chose this property
Lido Key (and Sarasota), Florida has just the right combination of incredible beaches and sunsets, terrific dining, shopping and entertainment, and an impressive cultural community with fine arts, opera, ballet, museums and gardens. Lido Flamingo Cottage is just the right size for small gatherings with so much to do within walking distance of the home. This is the perfect vacation cottage for the family and friends with multiple and diverse interests!
Expertly outfitted for your comfort, you can grab the beach buggy, load up the chairs, toys and towels and walk down the sand dune path to the beach, OR you can stroll to St Armands Circle, where you can shop, grab a burger or enjoy fine French, Columbian, Asian Fusion or fresh seafood dinner , get ice cream, listen to live music, dance under the stars and enjoy the seasonal festivals that come to the Circle OR you can walk down the short street and rent an electric bike and ride around Lido Key, Longboat Key, or even cross the bridge to Sarasota. You can also ride to the other side of Lido Key, where you can rent kayaks and take a guided tour through the mangroves, spotting manatees, dolphins, rays and lots of fish and crabs that live in the bay. Jet skiing rental is also available close by.
Head north from St Armands Circle, and visit world renown Mote Aquarium (also on Lido Key!), or go East from the Circle and cross the bridge to the mainland: downtown Sarasota (where blocks of dining, shopping, live music, outdoor dancing, etc.), and Marie Selby Botanical Gardens awaits. Of course, there is also the Ringling Museum, the world ranked Ringling school of art and design, several playhouses, opera house, ballet company, dozens of art galleries and impressive shows at the Van Wetzel! The former winter home of the Ringling Bros Circus, Sarasota is chock full of creative, inventive, and performing artists and artisans!
Please come enjoy our special paradise by the sea. We trust you'll want to come again and again!
Expertly outfitted for your comfort, you can grab the beach buggy, load up the chairs, toys and towels and walk down the sand dune path to the beach, OR you can stroll to St Armands Circle, where you can shop, grab a burger or enjoy fine French, Columbian, Asian Fusion or fresh seafood dinner , get ice cream, listen to live music, dance under the stars and enjoy the seasonal festivals that come to the Circle OR you can walk down the short street and rent an electric bike and ride around Lido Key, Longboat Key, or even cross the bridge to Sarasota. You can also ride to the other side of Lido Key, where you can rent kayaks and take a guided tour through the mangroves, spotting manatees, dolphins, rays and lots of fish and crabs that live in the bay. Jet skiing rental is also available close by.
Head north from St Armands Circle, and visit world renown Mote Aquarium (also on Lido Key!), or go East from the Circle and cross the bridge to the mainland: downtown Sarasota (where blocks of dining, shopping, live music, outdoor dancing, etc.), and Marie Selby Botanical Gardens awaits. Of course, there is also the Ringling Museum, the world ranked Ringling school of art and design, several playhouses, opera house, ballet company, dozens of art galleries and impressive shows at the Van Wetzel! The former winter home of the Ringling Bros Circus, Sarasota is chock full of creative, inventive, and performing artists and artisans!
Please come enjoy our special paradise by the sea. We trust you'll want to come again and again!
What makes this property unique
Completely renovated and remodeled in 2018, this sweet cottage is a slice of "Old Florida". Originally built in 1954, the bedrooms are paneled in original and restored Florida cypress - which naturally repels insects and termites. The closets are lined with cedar to repel the moths. The bathroom tiles, lovingly restored, reflect the bright, Florida colors (pink and yellow) characteristic of the period of simple, functional and playful times at the beach. During the renovation, the carpeting was removed and the original terraza floor, that was very popular when it was built, was in perfect condition - waiting for guests to come in from the beach with sand between their toes.
New appliances and breakfast bar, as well as a full-size refrigerator, dishwasher and antique serving bureau combine the best of old and new.
The backyard has a six person patio table and chairs, with a shady large umbrella that is easy to raise and lower. We've also included a propane powered BBQ AND an outdoor fire seating area where you can sit back, enjoy the warmth and scan the stars. We provide the propane! It even has an outside shower, where folks shower off their sandy feet and rinse themselves from the salt and sand...
Come feel the loving embrace of this delightful Florida cottage by the sea! Time will melt into beach time - where the only worries are where to play and where/when/what to eat!
New appliances and breakfast bar, as well as a full-size refrigerator, dishwasher and antique serving bureau combine the best of old and new.
The backyard has a six person patio table and chairs, with a shady large umbrella that is easy to raise and lower. We've also included a propane powered BBQ AND an outdoor fire seating area where you can sit back, enjoy the warmth and scan the stars. We provide the propane! It even has an outside shower, where folks shower off their sandy feet and rinse themselves from the salt and sand...
Come feel the loving embrace of this delightful Florida cottage by the sea! Time will melt into beach time - where the only worries are where to play and where/when/what to eat!
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