Quick and Easy Walk Downtown - Tons of Amenities

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Welcome to the Carriage House!
Your accommodations are at the top of the stairs
This is your base camp for exploring Sarasota.
King sized bed for a fantastic sleep after your day spent exploring Sarasota.
If you are looking to prepare some of your own meals, then you'll love this full sized kitchen.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
AU$209
avg per night

Explore the area

Map
Sarasota, FL
  • Marie Selby Botanical Gardens
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Marina Jack
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Sarasota Memorial Hospital
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom

1 King Bed

Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

Room

  • 39.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
Price is AU$209 avg per night,

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About the area

Sarasota

Located in Central Sarasota, a neighbourhood in Sarasota, this guesthouse is near theme parks and by the sea. 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. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Ed Smith Stadium or LECOM Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Marie Selby Botanical Gardens - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Marina Jack - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Sarasota Memorial Hospital - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • St. Armands Circle - 7 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Lido Beach - 11 min drive - 7.0 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Brick's Smoked Meats - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Raffurtys Bar & Grill - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Owen's Fish Camp - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪P.F. Chang's China Bistro - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Quick and Easy Walk Downtown - Tons of Amenities

Are you coming to Sarasota on vacation or perhaps considering moving here? If yes, then the Carriage House is the perfect place to use as a base camp while you explore the area and experience the best that Sarasota has to offer. Stay 7 nights or more!

The Carriage House is right in the heart of everything. Very safe and easy walk to literally dozens of casual restaurants, cool bars and interesting shops. 5 minute walk to Selby Gardens. 10 minute walk and you are at the Sarasota Bayfront. That's a great place to enjoy the sunset. The hustle and bustle of main street is just half a mile away. They have an awesome farmer's market every Saturday morning year round. If you prefer the beach, drive 10 minutes South to Siesta Key, home of #1 beach in the USA. You are less than 4 miles from St. Armands Circle and Lido Key. It's always sunny in Sarasota and you will never run out of things to do. We provide tons of amenities including bikes, kayaks, beach chairs and a beach umbrella.

This place is so much better than a hotel room. You will have your own private guest house with nobody above or below. Main bed is a King sized luxury memory foam mattress from Tuft and Needle. Sofa pulls out to a surprisingly comfortable twin size memory foam bed. We are neat freaks. The Carriage House will be immaculately clean. Free clothes washer and dryer. Tons of amenities including; snacks, cold beverages, coffee pods, toiletries and laundry detergent. Lightning fast wifi, bikes, kayaks, beach chairs, umbrella and more available for your use and enjoyment.

Here are my top ten recommendations on things to do:
1. Start your day at Fresh Start Cafe (.2 miles, 4 min walk). The food is outstanding.
2. Walk to Selby Gardens (.4 miles, 8 min walk). World Class botanical gardens.
3. Main Street (.5 miles, 11 min walk) is packed with boutiques and restaurants.
4. Hop an Uber or drive to the Ringling museum (4.6 miles)
5. For amazing seafood, eclectic decor and live entertainment, try Owen's Fish Camp. It is .3 miles away, only a 6 minute walk.
6. Burn's Court Cinema is right next door to Owens. Not your run of the mill cineplex. It is a small theater offering first-run foreign, independent & art films along with beer, wine & popcorn.
7. St. Armand's Circle shopping and entertainment district is 3.4 miles away. Great people watching, coffee shops and boutiques.
8. Want to go to the beach? Lido Beach is consistently rated as one of the best beaches in the US. It is 4.1 miles away, about a 12 minute drive.
9. Want an up close experience with the creatures of the sea? Try Mote Marine Laboratory, it is 4.7 miles from your front door. This aquarium has: Sharks, lionfish, jellyfish, etc. You can pet stingrays, horseshoe crabs, sea cucumbers, starfish, and urchins. There's also a giant squid preserved in a tank.
10. Bayfront Park is .6 miles away, about a 13 minute walk. It has the bay on one side and downtown Sarasota on the other side. Wait for the sunset in the evenings and you will never be bored, because the pelicans entertain you. Good spot to see wild dolphins. Try O'Leary's Tiki Bar and Grill. Sunset ferry available too!

Property manager

Stephanie Fischer www.fischervacationrentals.com (941)778-4100
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available
Laundry

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking inside. Enjoy your smoking outside.
No parties or other large gatherings are permitted on the premises without prior written approval.
Smoking is not allowed inside this unit. Pets are not allowed without prior written approval.
A security deposit hold (typically $500) will be applied to the card on file.

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Quick and Easy Walk Downtown - Tons of Amenities pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Quick and Easy Walk Downtown - Tons of Amenities?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quick and Easy Walk Downtown - Tons of Amenities?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Quick and Easy Walk Downtown - Tons of Amenities located?

Located in Central Sarasota, this guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of Marie Selby Botanical Gardens and Payne Park. Bayfront Park and Marina Jack are also within 15 minutes.

Quick and Easy Walk Downtown - Tons of Amenities Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 107 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 107 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 107 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 107 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Frank A.

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

Great spot in Sarasota

Great place for us to use as home base. Had all the necessary items and more! More than comfortable. Stephanie was a great host and met our every need. Having chairs , umbrellas for the beach was great. Looking forward to staying in the future
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue R.

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

Great Space

Great space, everything just as listed and photos are totally accurate. The location cannot be beat. We walked to Main Street every night for dinner. Very safe area. The unit is clean, well stocked, the water pressure is amazing, and the bed is comfortable. Stephanie was readily available if we needed her, but was not invasive at all. We would stay again for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristi P.

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

Quaint & Convenient!

While we resided only for one night, we enjoyed this carriage house immensely! The bikes added alot more fun to see the area without needing to get into the car. Conveniently located to resturants and shopping. The bikes were an added amenity that allowed us to venture to a little park overlooking the bay that had the perfect spot to catch the sunset! Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie O.

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

Very nice weekend get-away retreat

Great location offering all that is needed for a comfortable stay. I certainly recommend The Carriage House for those looking for a clean, quiet and welcoming place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth B.

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

Loved it!

Perfect spot and size for two. Beautiful neighborhood!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chantal P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn M.

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

Sarasota trip

Very clean, nice location, easy to check in and out. Owner was very welcoming.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcie M.

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

Amazing property

This was such a perfect place to rent! Excellent location, the room was perfect for the two of us. Stephanie was a great host and helped us with all our questions and needs. She had bikes and kayaks and an amazing notebook with information about the area and all the appliances in the rental. Hoping to come to this are again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce B.

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

Great location and amenities

The caretaker was exactly as described and had all of the details that make it a great stay, from a great variety of coffees to everything that might be needed while on vacation. The communication from Stephanie was great and the process was simple. Overall, it was a great place to stay and is close to lots of great food and entertainment options. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dane H.

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

Gem in a quiet, quaint neighborhood

The property was well taken care of and easy to access. There was almost every amenity you could need and we wished we had been able to stay longer to utilize them. Everything was clean and well kept and the instructions clear and simple. All in all, it was a fabulous place and experience.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glynnis L.

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

Location! Nicely Appointed Carriage House

The location was perfect for downtown access. We walked to the entire Bay Park, downtown, and surrounding neighborhoods—excellent shops and restaurants. Sarasota has a friendly, warm atmosphere with a plethora of events. This is the place to stay if you want to experience what downtown offers. The space was more than comfortable for two people, and the king-size bed was a haven of relaxation. We stayed for 5 nights and enjoyed every minute. Thank you, Stephanie! Your commitment to hosting and providing a welcoming environment has shone through. We will most likely be choosing this carriage house again. Gigi & Barry
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

michelle m.

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

Comfy studio

Quiet quaint and comfy studio.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zach C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meegan H.

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

A quick but fun stay

This above-the-garage apartment was clean and functional. The host family members, who live in the main house, were lovely and ready to answer all questions. The location is midway between downtown Sarasota and the fun southside neighborhood. I would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly hostess
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kaylene S.

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

Cozy Carriage House

We thoroughly enjoyed our time at the Carriage House and hope to visit again! The carriage house is smaller, but it was a perfect fit for the two of us. Stephanie was a wonderful property manager and all the amenities (kayaks, bikes, grill, patio, etc) were wonderful. She even let us borrow their shark tooth finder, and we were able to find some shark teeth near Venice Beach! It is helpful to have a compact car since parking is a little tight. Unfortunately our trip was cut short due to hurricane Milton. Stephanie was flexible with us as our plans changed a couple times due to Milton. We most certainly will consider renting from Stephanie again if we take a trip to Florida again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kendra F. C.

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

Nicely equipped cottage house in great location!

My husband and I enjoyed the cozy cottage house for 6 nights; it had the perfect amount of space for the two of us and was well stocked. The location is near many restaurants and downtown Sarasota -- many within walking distance. Stephanie, the owner, was quick communicating and very gracious (always asked if we needed anything more) - thank you! We used the beach bag, cooler, beach towels, beach chairs & umbrella that were available in the house (great since we traveled from out of the state). You cannot be the feasibility, convenience and location this cottage house had to offer!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy B.

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

Getaway

Our first time staying in Sarasota and we wanted to stay in a location that was walking distance to downtown. The place where we stayed was all around perfect. Had everything we needed. So comfortable and clean. The owner, Stephanie was lovely, if we needed anything she responded straight away. We’ve stayed at other VRBO and this place is ranked at the top.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan D.

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

Wonderful Stay

This was perfect for my daughter and I. We had just a beautiful time and perfect location. It had all that we needed.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Reshawn B.

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

Beautiful Weekend Stay

We stayed at this beautiful downtown studio during a quick weekend trip down the coast. While it was short, it was nothing less than pleasant. We had a chance to chat with Stephanie in passing and she was very helpful with a small problem we had. The furnishings were very nice and the bed was big enough for a couple. This is an upstairs unit so that should be noted, but the stairs are sturdy and safe for use. The studio is close to downtown and plenty to do. The book in the room is nice for sharing places to go and things to see. I would recommend Stephanie's place to others looking for a comfortable, quiet place to enjoy while in town.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

sara g.

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

Lovey space and owners.

It was a beautiful, private space. The location close to so much. The owner communication was great-very comprehensive and always very timely. I loved that the room included a book with lots of information and suggestions. The Amenities were amazing - bicycles with locks, kayaks with a cart and instructions, cold drinks, washer/dryer, etc. My only frustration was that the listing did not mention more clearly that it was on the second floor.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie R.

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

Relaxing

Peaceful. Great accommodation
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodi W.

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

Sarasota trip

Great location, great apartment, great host! I will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phil M.

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

Wonderful accommodation

The Carriage House was impressively clean and orderly, and centrally located near so many Sarasota sites. It's walking distance to the farmers market, SelbyBotanic Garden, the Main Street with many restaurants and shops, as well as near the waterfront and general downtwon area. It has a wonderful host who provided very helpful information and was quick to respond to questions. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tobin D.

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

I want to keep it a secret

I really want to keep this place but it’s too wonderful not to share. Great location and everything you need.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024