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Dining Rm, French doors leading out to screened lanai
Back Patio and Screened in lanai
Screened in lanai looking out to patio with BBQ
Living Room
Living room/Dining room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 592.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Sarasota, FL
  • Sarasota Memorial Hospital
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Marie Selby Botanical Gardens
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Lido Beach
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Guests Love This Home & Location 1 Mile to Downtown, Trolley to Beach, Pets OK!

Charming Sarasota Getaway – Your Private Home Near Downtown & Beaches
You've found it! Welcome to your private Sarasota retreat, a beautifully updated and super-clean home in a quiet downtown neighborhood, yet so close to everything. Our five-star reviews say it all!

The Space

This bright, stylish, and comfortable home features coastal-inspired furnishings and new beds for a restful stay. The open layout and thoughtful amenities ensure a seamless experience, whether you're here to relax or explore.

✔ Well-equipped kitchen – Everything you need to prepare meals
✔ Smart TV with Cable & High-Speed WiFi (400 Mbps)
✔ Washer/Dryer for your convenience
✔ Large fenced backyard – Perfect for pets & outdoor enjoyment
✔ Screened-in lanai with BBQ grill – Relax in your private oasis
✔ Pet-friendly – Please add the number of pets to your reservation
✔ Beach essentials provided – Chairs, towels, umbrellas, coolers, boogie boards & toys
✔ Oversized vehicle parking on site – Bring your RV or boat!

Additional – Inflatable bed & Pack 'n Play available upon request

Unbeatable Location – Walk or Bike to Everything!

Under a mile to the free trolley to the Beach
1 mile – Downtown Sarasota: Main St. restaurants, shops & theaters
1 mile – Selby Gardens & Legacy Bike Trail
1.4 miles – Sarasota Bayfront Park & Marina Jack’s (Tiki bar, restaurants, boat tours, fishing charters)
1.6 miles – Bobby Jones Golf Course
5 miles – The Ringling Museum
5 miles – Lido Key Beach
15-20 minutes – Siesta Key Beach & Village (Trolley available nearby)
2 miles – Baltimore Orioles Spring Training
7.5 miles – Benderson Park Rowing Facility & UTC Mall

Explore Nearby:

Payne Park (children’s playground, running track, Frisbee golf, tennis) and Legacy Bike Trail
Free downtown trolley to St. Armands Circle & Lido Beach
Kayak, boat, & bike rentals nearby (bike rentals deliver!)


Sarasota’s Arts, Culture & Events

Ringling Museum, Sarasota Art Museum, Opera House, Symphony and Ballet
Live theatre & music – Asolo Theatre, Florida Studio Theatre, Van Wezel, West Coast Black Theater, Fogartyville, McCurdy’s Comedy Club & more

Year-round festivals – Film, Jazz, Blues, Chalk Festival, Sandcastle Competition

Special Events & Sports

Baltimore Orioles Spring Training (Ed Smith Stadium)
Nathan Benderson Park – Rowing competitions & regattas
July 4th Fireworks & Christmas Boat Parade
Golf, Tennis & Pickleball – World-class courses & courts nearby
Flexible stays & same-day bookings available – message us!

This home has all the comforts you need—just bring your suitcase and get ready to enjoy Sarasota!

Keywords: Sarasota Downtown updated House, Alta Vista, Good value, Pet Friendly, Walk to Downtown, Fenced backyard, Close to Siesta Key, Lido Key, Longboat Key Beaches, St Armands Circle, Marina Jacks, Boating, Golf, Tennis, Orioles Spring training, Ringling Museum, Arts and Culture, Sarasota Film Festival, Benderson park rowing & aquatics sports center. Bay Runner Trolley, Legacy Bike Trail, Payne Park

Property manager

Maureen and Patrick
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 19
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
Pets arent allowed in beds unless its your linens
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Sarasota

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Alta Vista, 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 Lido 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.
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Sarasota, FL

What's nearby

  • Sarasota Memorial Hospital - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Marie Selby Botanical Gardens - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Marina Jack - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • St. Armands Circle - 9 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Lido Beach - 18 min drive - 9.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪P.F. Chang's China Bistro - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Guests Love This Home & Location 1 Mile to Downtown, Trolley to Beach, Pets OK! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Guests Love This Home & Location 1 Mile to Downtown, Trolley to Beach, Pets OK!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Guests Love This Home & Location 1 Mile to Downtown, Trolley to Beach, Pets OK!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Guests Love This Home & Location 1 Mile to Downtown, Trolley to Beach, Pets OK! located?

Located in Alta Vista, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Payne Park, Marie Selby Botanical Gardens and Sarasota Memorial Hospital. Bayfront Park and Marina Jack are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

timothy c.

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

Sarasota stay

Better than advertised! Place was very clean when we arrived. Very well appointed, we didn’t want for anything! Neighborhood was quiet and safe. Used the trolley system successfully! Would definitely go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica D.

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

Wonderful stay in Sarasota!

Really enjoyed our stay. Maureen was very accommodating and her place was very comfortable. We would definitely stay there again. Having the bikes was an added bonus.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Beatrice H.

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

Nice Family spot

Clean, nice decoration , everything there that you need for an lovely stay
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine W.

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

Clean and convenient

We enjoyed our stay! The home is very clean and cute. The backyard and patio offer a tranquil atmosphere. We would book again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tonya M.

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

Will stay here again!

Very clean, quiet neighborhood, most reasonable pricing compared to those nearby...close to the beaches. Updated nicely.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy S.

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

Perfect House for Our Stay in Sarasota

We really enjoyed our stay. The house and location was perfect for us. The kitchen was well equipped so we could cook meals on nights we didn't go out. The house was very clean and the perfect size for the myself, husband and dog. We especially liked the screened-in porch and fenced in yard for the pup. Our dog loved his daily walk around Payne Park (very close). Also Maureen was kind enough to bring us 2 bikes so we could ride on the Legacy Trial which was fun. Thanks for making our stay memorable, we'll be back.
Stayed 19 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara L.

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

Wonderful Stay

Maureen & Patrick are wonderful owners! The house was very clean and felt like home away from home! In a great area close to everything and we will definitely be going back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Nice place!

Clean and inviting, well located with great yard and outdoor spaces. Highly recommended for a comfortable stay in Sarasota.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate W.

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

Family vacation

The house was in a perfect location to downtown Sarasota and Siesta Key beaches. It was a quick walk to the local playground for our young son who loves to run around. Maureen was very communicative and flexible on our arrival time. She kindly set up the pack-n-play and booster seat which were two less things we needed to pack and worry about upon arrival. The backyard was an added bonus and the house was very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

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

Cozy home

The house was as advertised and worked great for a last minute family weekend at the beach. It was close to everything we wanted to visit and we loved the backyard/fire pit area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jo Ann M., Ephrata PA

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

Perfection

Very clean, well stocked kitchen, many small details/products to make your stay enjoyable. beautiful areas on property to relax as well. We definitely would book again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori H.

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

A week in the Sunshine!

The house was lovely, we especially enjoyed the screen porch off the kitchen. Had everything we needed to make our stay enjoyable.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vo T.

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

Spring break

Love the house. Close to everything. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria P.

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

Cute House

Friendly owners.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Convenient location for our visit to Sarasota

Scrupulously clean property within walking distance to trolley to downtown. Very convenient location. We took the trolley or walked everywhere. Enjoyed the Breakfast House, Discovery city tour and Ringling Museum. Great weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vandelyn N.

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

Great Stay in Sarasota

Great house; very clean; close to everything. House is very well stocked with anything you may need from beach stuff to laundry to games. Maureen was wonderful to deal with and very accommodating. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie K., LaGrangeville, New York

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

Cute Sarasota house.

Great little house. Very clean. Nice yard & lanai . Very nice owners. If you only need one bathroom, rent this place. Great location in a nice neighborhood.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra A.

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

Sarasota stay

First, let me say how helpful the landlords were when we arrived quite tired on our trip and showed us how everything worked. Also, the landlords provided so much information and maps of the area which helped a lot. The house was presented beautifully with all amenities. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay there.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicky B.

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

Sarasota work trip

We really loved our stay. Cute and clean house as advertised. The bed was comfy, big tv to watch football and screened in patio to hang out at night. The dogs really enjoyed the back yard. Exceptional location close to everything. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teresa B.

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

Great neighborhood, great owner

Wonderful weekend in Sarasota celebrating granddaughter's 2nd bday. The house was super cute and in a great location. Nice backyard! Perfect place to hang out with the family but close to everything we wanted to do in Sarasota. Maureen was awesome to work with and check in was very easy!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa G., Jupiter

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

Excellent location , very comfortable house

Loved our stay ! So close to downtown , in a great neighborhood . Very clean house, comfortable beds, nice kitchen and cute little screened in porch to enjoy coffee in the morning . Huge yard with camp fire area. Great communication with host. We will be back in the fall !
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

SURYAPRASAD P.

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

Beautiful place

The place is walking distance to Publix and trolley that takes you to downtown and Lido beach. Convenient, clean and Maureen is very reachable. The custom directory (binder) maintained in the house is a good guide to nearby attractions.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Traci S.

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

Great mother daughters weekend

Had a great weekend with my mother and sister. We walked to the trolley on Saturday and spent the day hopping on and off around downtown, st Armand’s circle and Lido Beach. Enjoyed this cute VRBO in the evenings which had everything we needed. Thanks for a great weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Whitney B.

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

Adorable little rancher

This was a great little property! 15 minutes from Lido Key beach and close to everything you'll need. Publix just down the street, well appointed kitchen, awesome back yard, extremely comfortable master bed for my back, and the shade of the carport was appreciated. Hosts were warm, friendly, knowledgeable, and responsive!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deborah P.

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

Very relaxing

This place was off the beaten path, but yet close and convenient to everything. We were close to beautiful Siesta Key, good food, entertainment, and landmarks. We enjoyed the use of the fire pit, the beach chairs and umbrella, and the washer and dryer. My understanding from the discription wasthat the bicycles were readily available, but the property manager said we should have requested t
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

About the host

Hosted by Maureen and Patrick

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We golf and boat and are passionate about Sarasota's natural beauty and cultural attractions. We are realtors with Michael Saunders & Co. so we can answer any real estate questions you may have. We are happy to share our knowledge of restaurants and things to do in the area. We have a total of three rental properties all in the same downtown Sarasota neighborhood. We are proud of our great reviews. Message us if you have any questions

Why they chose this property

Our central downtown Sarasota location is one of the best places to stay to be close to everything you'll want to do while visiting. The residential neighborhood is quiet and safe. Walk or Bike to many popular destinations. Only 1 mile to downtown Main Street shops and restaurants. Super close for biking to the Legacy bike Trail and a short walk to the free trolley that takes you down Main St to St Armands and Lido Key beach. Walk to the Publix grocery store and Payne Park's 40 acres with playground, Tennis courts, skateboard park, and Frisbee golf. We are also close to Selby Gardens, Sarasota Bay and Marina Jacks/Bayfront Park Tiki bar and restaurants on the water and Bobby Jones Golf Course

What makes this property unique

All you have to do is read our five star reviews. Our guests appreciate coming into a clean well equipped home. Our central location is a big hit. We are close to everything. 1 mile to Main St. Down the street from the Legacy bike trail and free trolley to St Armands and Lido Key beach. The large fenced back yard is perfect for pet owners and families and the screened in back lanai/porch is comfortable for dining. The home is fully equipped and updated. It has a fully stocked kitchen. BBQ, Beach equipment, WIFI, work area and large smart TV with cable. The home has everything you will need if you like to eat at home. Again location is close to everything - We are close to Sarasota Bay. And only 7.5 miles to the Benderson Rowing Park. And just around the corner to the Dattoli Cancer Center, the Sarasota Memorial Hospital and Baltimore Oriole Spring Training. There is a city Golf course near by called Bobby Jones. Parking for large vehicles, RVs and Boats is OK. Smoking is permitted in the back yard.

Languages:

English

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