SURF SHACK, EFFICENCY COTTAGE A SHORT WALK TO BEACH AND VILLAGE

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1 bathroomSleeps 339.5 sq m

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Parking available
Air conditioning
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Washer
Outdoor space
Kitchen

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sarasota, FL

Siesta Key Beach
‪15 min walk‬
Crescent Beach
‪7 min drive‬
Lido Beach
‪25 min drive‬
Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Large Single Sofa Bed and 1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Imagine being nestled in a key west style unit which is fully furnished turn key just a few minutes walk to pristine Siesta key beach and the hopping Siesta key village. The Surf Shack has its own unique entrance through the driveway and privacy fence. The cottage has just been updated with a new kitchen, granite counter tops, new microwave, vanity, painted inside and out, and a gas grill. The cottage has everything you need to enjoy yourself. Full kitchen, bath with fiberglass shower, outside hot and cold shower when you come back from the beach There is a mini split air conditioner, stacked washer/dryer, just added HULU and ROKU TV and 500/500 wireless internet. You can use your own Netflix or Amazon prime to stream everything. NEW TO SIESTA KEY ARE FREE TROLLYS THAT RUN FROM THE VILLAGE TO THE SOUTH END OF THE KEY.

Enjoy my private dock to fish, crab, or launch a kayak if you like. At sunset, stroll up to the beach to watch the amazing sunsets every night. Go enjoy oysters and a beer at Siesta Key Oyster Bar. My favorite is the clam chowder at Captain Curt's near the south bridge... it is awesome. There are lots of great restaurants and shops all over the village. They are all just a short walk or quick ride by bike. There is outdoor patio furniture and a gas grill all under a huge oak tree. This is island living at its best. Note. THIS COTTAGE IS RENTED AT LEAST ONE WEEK OR MORE. PLEASE NOTE : PRICES QUOTED INCLUDE ALL UTILITIES AND CABLE. DISCOUNTED LONG TERM RENTALS DO NOT.Studio Cottage

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Jim Bucci

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

I have a pack and play if needed on request.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Please be courteous to all your neighbors around you with regards to noise and especially outside at night after 10 pm.

Trash goes out on Wednesday mornings, blue large cart is for paper, plastic and metal. The other large cart is for everything else.

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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

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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This property does not have any lifts

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Siesta Key

Located in Siesta Key, this apartment is on the waterfront. 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 happening at Stardust Event Center or Ed Smith Stadium. Jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.

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sarasota, FL

What's nearby

Siesta Key Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Shell Beach - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
Crescent Beach - 7 min drive - 5.0 km
Point of Rocks - 8 min drive - 6.0 km
Lido Beach - 25 min drive - 17.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

‪Gilligan's Island Bar & Grill - ‬13 min walk
‪Siesta Key Oyster Bar - ‬13 min walk
‪Siesta Key Beach Pavilion - ‬4 min drive
‪Phillippi Creek Village Restaurant & Oyster Bar - ‬10 min drive
‪Starbucks - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is SURF SHACK, EFFICENCY COTTAGE A SHORT WALK TO BEACH AND VILLAGE pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at SURF SHACK, EFFICENCY COTTAGE A SHORT WALK TO BEACH AND VILLAGE?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at SURF SHACK, EFFICENCY COTTAGE A SHORT WALK TO BEACH AND VILLAGE?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is SURF SHACK, EFFICENCY COTTAGE A SHORT WALK TO BEACH AND VILLAGE located?

Situated on the waterfront, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Siesta Key Farmers Market and Siesta Key Beach. Siesta Key Beach Playground and St. Boniface Episcopal Church Labyrinth are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Todd S.

26 Mar 2025

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

Spring Trip

Property is clean and up to date. Plenty of amenities. Surf Shack was absolutely perfect! Host was extremely hospitable and friendly. Will for sure book again!

Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

jeff S.

11 Mar 2025

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

Excellent

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mylinda W.

21 Feb 2025

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

Great little shack on the Key

Location in a quiet neighborhood is close to all you need for a fun, relaxing time on Siesta Key. Bed is comfortable, kitchen and bathroom are adequate and it has a washer and dryer. Park your car and walk or take the trolley or Frog Hop to anywhere on the Key.

Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

James R.

30 Nov 2023

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

Always a pleasure to stay at the Surf Shack

This our 4th time staying at the Surf Shack. We love this place. Always clean, perfect size and well equipped, Jim is a great host and always goes the extra mile to make our stay perfect.

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karly R.

5 May 2023

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

Darling!

Such a sweet little place to stay. The pictures don’t do it justice! My parents stayed here while my husband and kids stayed in the house and it was PERFECTION. We loved having our own space while getting to spend vacation together. The efficiency was so impressive

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joe O.

18 Mar 2023

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

Loved Surf Shack

Starting with host extraordinaire Jim who made the whole process seamless to the condition of the property to the perfect location, we give the highest of ratings. We had a most amazing 18 day stay and will return. This property would be a great rental year round for a couple looking for a getaway. It perfectly met our needs in every way. Thank you Jim for providing us with the opportunity to rent the Surf Shack.

Stayed 15 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kyle F.

28 Feb 2023

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

We’ll be back again!

We had a wonderful time at the Surf Shack! We spend the majority of our time outdoors and really enjoyed the outside space which has both shaded and sunny spots to relax in Florida’s beautiful weather! My wife really enjoyed sitting at the dock on the canal in the morning and late afternoons. The beach and dining at the Village restaurant/bars is an easy walk. Our host Jim was very responsive! He made sure our stay was enjoyable! We will be staying at the Surf Shack again!

Stayed 27 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol R.

5 Jan 2023

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

Loved Our Stay!

We were extremely happy with our stay at the Surf Shack and have zero complaints. The only thing that we didn't like was leaving. We already booked for next year! The Surf Shack had everything that we needed plus more. The wash machine/dryer and gas grill were an added bonus! The decor was really cute. The location was awesome-a short walk to the Village and beach. We arrived two days late because of weather in Michigan and Jim offered to extend our stay for two extra days at no charge! Jim is an amazing host! He responds to texts immediately and went above and beyond as a host. We HIGHLY recommend the Surf Shack!

Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Derek S.

16 July 2022

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

Highly recommend

Great location. Walking distance to the village and short drive to the beach. Very clean and convenient. Highly recommend

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beverly S.

10 Apr 2022

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

Everything You Need

We enjoyed our week at the Surf Shack. It met all of our needs perfectly and the price was great for being right on Siesta Key. This property is 2000 steps from the beach access and 1200 steps from the attractions in the Village according to my Fitbit. We didn't mind the walk but anyone staying here should be aware of this. The beach cart, nice beach chairs, and cooler provided by the owner made heading to the beach a much easier proposition. The bed was comfy and we were grateful for the ice maker in the fridge. We have not usually had ice available to us for filling the cooler, so we did like that a lot. We had numerous flight delays and didn't arrive until the sun was just about coming up, so we appreciated the lights and the AC being left on for our very late arrival.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joe O.

12 Mar 2022

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

Siesta Key Village Oasis

We had an awesome stay at Jim’s Surf Shack. The cottage met our needs perfectly and was a comfortable and quiet place to stay. Loved the outdoor area as well to enjoy an afternoon refreshment and relax after a day at the beach. Pictures accurately display the property with evidence that Jim keeps things in great condition and the cottage was extremely clean. Access to the beach and village restaurants and shops were easy and a short enjoyable neighborhood walk. Jim is an exceptional host; extremely responsive and friendly. It was great to meet him during our stay. We look forward to our next stay as our overall experience was exceptional. Thank you Jim!

Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathy C.

27 Feb 2022

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

Quaint space

Worked well for two of us. Loved our walks each day through the neighborhood and each day to the beach - convenient to restaurants and village center. Unit was clean and outdoor space was enjoyable.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

9 Feb 2022

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

Second visit - still great

We again enjoyed the convenience of being in walking distance of the beach, restaurants, and shopping. This was complemented by having our own private outdoor area. The accommodations were just the right size for a couple with a nice size kitchen stocked with all needed equipment. Plan to come back again!

Stayed 15 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda C.

20 Oct 2021

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

Loved the surf shack

My husband and I absolutely loved the surf shack. Jim was the best host, he told us everything we needed to know about the area. The surf shack was very clean and had all the things we would have ever needed during our stay. The kitchen was well stocked with dishes, cookware etc. There were coolers, beach chairs, towels and even a beach cart we used every day. It was a short walk to the village and if we didn’t feel like walking, we called the Frog transportation. Jim left us coupons for restaurants along with a guide for places to enjoy during our stay. He was very responsive to messages and checked on us during our stay. We could have not picked a better place for our get away. Thanks Jim!! We will definitely be returning to the surf shack.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marlie J.

15 July 2021

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

Great little place!

My husband and I just stayed here for a week. It was a great little place that was just under a 15 minute walk to siesta key beach! The walk to the restaurants was even shorter! We had everything we needed. Would definitely book here again!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lana R.

20 June 2021

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

The perfect hideaway

We loved everything about it...so clean and owner is very nice and personable. Will defstay again!

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sonja G.

19 May 2021

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

5 star relaxation!

We LOVED our stay in the surf shack! It had everything we needed and the location was perfect. Walks to the beach and coffee on the dock were so peaceful! Thank you for an amazing stay!

Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

30 Mar 2021

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

Convenient Location

The location was within walking distance of the beach and Siesta Key Village. We had enough room for 3 adults using the foldout futon. We really enjoyed our private outdoor area with table and lounge chairs. Plan to return again next year.

Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth T.

8 Mar 2021

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

Clean and cozy

This cottage was perfect for us. Very clean. Quiet neighborhood. We walked to the village and beach. Also did some fishing off private dock.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Fred D.

11 Feb 2021

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

Laid back vibe.

We enjoyed our stay at the Surf Shack. It is in a quiet neighborhood close to the village and beach access. We rode our bicycles to the beach every day. We watched the full moon from the private dock on the canal. Siesta Key was a wonderful place to spend our 40th wedding anniversary! We will return here someday!

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kevin S.

2 Jan 2021

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

Amazing quiet place.

Had a amazing time in siesta key. Liked the fact that it was away from all the hustle down here. Property owner is super friendly and helpful. Would definitely recommend.

Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kimmy H.

30 June 2020

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

Surf Shack

I really enjoyed staying here. It is peaceful and yet close enough to the village.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

CINDY T.

25 Mar 2020

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

Perfect

A lovely setting for us during a most anxious time.

Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Anne H.

7 Mar 2020

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

Quiet clean place

Was a nice little place in a quiet neighborhood and close to the village

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

kyle m.

4 Jan 2020

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

Great stay at the surf shack

Property is clean and well appointed. Very convenient to beach, market, bars and restaurants. Jim the owner is very nice and accommodating. We would stay there again.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019

About the host

Hosted by Jim Bucci

Retired Verizon/GTE/Bell . I have been in the rental business for 30+ years.

Why they chose this property

Originally lived out here but needed more space.... loved the location to the beach and near the heart of the village.

What makes this property unique

Close to everything, private dock, very private location.. Outside h/c shower for returning from the beach. Solar outdoor led umbrella, patio set with grill and lounge chairs. I provide beach chairs umbrellas and beach cart to my guests.

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English

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