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Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

9.8

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Free WiFi

Explore the area

Sarasota, FL

Sarasota Memorial Hospital2 min drive
St. Armands Circle10 min drive
Lido Beach16 min drive
Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)69 min drive

Most relevant reviews

10/10 Excellent

Perfect for a getaway.

Eric H.

Feb 24, 2024

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

2nd bedroom

2 Single Beds

Main

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Outdoor shower

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Amazing Location West of the Trail

Location Location Location. Only 30 seconds drive to the north bridge to Siesta Key. Just 5 minutes Siesta Key's world famous beaches, 4 minutes to downtown Sarasota and 2 minutes to shopping and great restaurants. Relax in a warmly decorated guesthouse surrounded by lush trees in a very private setting. Sink into softness with ultra comfortable bedding for a perfects nights sleep. Enjoy the pool, outdoor space while you have a drink, cook out on the grill as you relish your time in paradise.

Property manager

Steven

Amenities

Pool

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 27

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

There is a high chair and a Pack n' Play

Events

No events allowed

All outdoor activities need to be brought in at 9p

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

All outdoor activities need to end at 9 PM. It’s a quiet family neighborhood

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

Note from host: All outdoor activities need to be brought in at 9p

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Sarasota

Located near the beach, this guesthouse is in Shoreland Woods, 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium and Coconuts Family Entertainment Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Sarasota, FL

What's nearby

Sarasota Memorial Hospital - 2 min drive
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens - 4 min drive
Marina Jack - 5 min drive
St. Armands Circle - 10 min drive
Lido Beach - 16 min drive

Getting around

Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

‪CinéBistro - ‬13 min walk
‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
‪Red Barn Bar - ‬18 min walk
‪Baker & Wife - ‬12 min walk
‪Sonny's BBQ - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Amazing Location West of the Trail have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Amazing Location West of the Trail pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Amazing Location West of the Trail?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Amazing Location West of the Trail?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Amazing Location West of the Trail located?

This family-friendly Sarasota guesthouse is located near the beach, within 1 mi (2 km) of Sarasota Memorial Hospital and Coconuts Family Entertainment Center. Marie Selby Botanical Gardens and Shell Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

6/10 Okay

Tim M.

27 June 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, location

Disliked: Check-in, listing accuracy

Frustrating description and instructions

No where in the listing did it say it was a guest house. We could not figure out how to get with the code system. Every time he entered it a code, my husband, it timed out! He was do angry it caused us to argue and about ruined the trip! Also he wasn’t comfortable being in someone’s backyard. Better description and communication would of helped

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea J.

11 May 2024

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

Great little place

We had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. A/C worked great, we slept comfortably. There isnt a dishwasher, but it has everything needed to cook whatever you want.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric H.

24 Feb 2024

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

Perfect place

Perfect for a getaway.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolee J.

23 Feb 2024

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

Really nice place

This little bungalow was clean, smelled good, and was very comfortable. I loved staying here. I felt well cared for. It was just a 4 minute walk to the place where we held our annual training for Healers. The host was very gracious and kind, although we didn’t have much time to chat, I would have loved to. I would definitely stay again.

Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elise A.

8 Feb 2024

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

Great stay

Nice place. Good location. Includes all the essential things. Private.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tony T.

24 Jan 2024

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

Our Home Away From Home

Steven's guest house is a great location in a safe, quiet, & charming neighborhood. The home has all the appliances, kitchen accessories, & personal/cleaning supplies we needed...& the king bed is very comfortable. Steven is a great 'neighbor' and host!!

Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristine T.

11 Jan 2024

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

Perfect location

This cute guest house was close to family and friends in the area in a quiet neighborhood. Steve was very helpful and quick to respond to questions. Lots of amenities like cleaning supplies, laundry detergent,beach chairs and beach towels, etc. We enjoyed our stay!

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Audrea S.

5 Aug 2023

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

Amazing Family Vacation

Steven was an amazing host! The place was in the perfect spot, beaches all right around the corner. The pool was amazing. You have everything you would need in the house for cooking or basic needs. Siesta Key and Lido Key are within 10 minutes away. We couldn't of asked for a better place to stay. We will definitely return for another great Family Vacation! Thank you Steven for everything! You helped make our Vacation everything we wanted. :)

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Constance w.

16 July 2023

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

Paradise in the pool!

We stayed here for a week during the heat wave of July, so it was even hotter than the usual summer. The AC and fans worked great – we certainly could have made things cooler if we had wanted to. Very comfortable king size bed plus two twin beds in a separate room. Could watch the large screen tv from the twin beds. Excellent cookware and knives to make the few meals we did make. We floated around in the very warm pool as much as possible, during the times of shade from the giant Southern Oaks, and the palms. Appreciated the floats and pool noodles very much. Enjoyed meeting the owner, Steven, who offered whatever help we needed.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura D.

4 Aug 2022

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

Very clean and cozy guest house

I was surprised by the cleanliness of the guest house. It is small but has everything a family of 4 needs for their stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C., Prior Lake

6 May 2022

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

Excellent VRBO Rental

Highly recommend! The pictures do not give it justice. Plenty of space, the kitchen is fully stocked, the pool was beautiful and the location is walking distance to stores and restaurants. The only complaint we had was the Ubers would cancel on us. Nothing to do with the rental, but is more of a heads up for vacationers. We wished we would have rented a car as parking was free and the beach also had free parking. We will be back!!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carrie R.

21 Apr 2022

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

10 out of ten

Been to Sarasota several times but never have stayed at such an amazing location. Clean, quiet, and extremely comfortable. Definitely will return in the future. The owner Steven was very nice and welcoming as well!!!!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Blanks W.

13 Aug 2021

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

Great stay

We had a great trip, really enjoyed our time here. Very peaceful and relaxing exactly what we were looking for

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kelly W., Oswego New York

30 May 2021

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

Truly amazing place

Great location, owner was amazing, pool was great addition to the property. Siesta key beach is like a 5 minute drive away which was perfect. Overall truly amazing rental. Had an amazing time on our very 1st every vacation to flordia. Thank you for making it a smooth process.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

merle r.

7 Mar 2021

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

Sunny south

Great time at our house! Clean, very quiet place to stay Great accommodations & friendly host. If you need a clean,comfortable place in Sarasota Fl ,look this place up.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Debbie B.

5 Feb 2021

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

Our Vrbo rental

We both were very comfortable and enjoyed our stay. We were in a very nice and safe neighborhood. The shopping was very close and convenient. This house had everything we needed.

Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2021