Home within walking distance from downtown, peaceful nature surrounds the home

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3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5125.4 sq m

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Parking available
Dryer
Hot tub
Washer
Air conditioning
Kitchen

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Sarasota, FL

Ringling College of Art and Design
‪10 min walk‬
Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall
‪14 min walk‬
Sarasota Jungle Gardens
‪3 min drive‬
Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
‪6 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Office

Garden

Dining area

About this property

This three bedroom, two bath home is a wonderful place to relax and rejuvenate, enjoy the surroundings and the location. Having the ability to admire a beautiful, groomed garden with lots of plants and pots, is just one more reason to consider a stay. The home is nestled under a large Live Oak Tree, providing plenty of shade. Most activities are reachable by foot or bike. The home is updated with brand new windows, facing greenery and peace. Tiles throughout with adorable kitchen and baths. The Ringling School of Art is within a few blocks, the supermarket and Sarasota Bay is just around the corner, downtown awaits you with great restaurants and shops (Whole Foods/Starbucks) are a 15 minute walk. The home has everything you need for a relaxed and healthful stay. The back garden area is fenced and private with lots of mature plants and flowers.
The Master Bedroom has a king size bed and the lanai is facing the back garden. The second bedroom has a queen size bed and the third bedroom a full size bed. There are TV's in the living room and one bedroom with internet connection throughout. A Tennis court is down the street for unlimited tennis playing . Beach towels and chairs are available for your convenience.

Property manager

Esther Lennox

Languages

English, German

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House Rules

Check in after 4:30 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking only outside

Please be respectful to the property and furniture. On your departure leave it the way it was when you came. U R highly valued and welcome to return.

Please respect the privacy of the back house with tenant.

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 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 first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Sarasota

Located by the ocean, this holiday home is in Central Sarasota, 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 Lido Beach and Nathan Benderson Park. 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.

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What's nearby

Ringling College of Art and Design - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Marina Jack - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
Sarasota Jungle Gardens - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
St. Armands Circle - 7 min drive - 6.0 km

Getting around

Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

‪Domino's Pizza - ‬16 min walk
‪Wicked Cantina - ‬4 min walk
‪Currents Restaurant - ‬18 min walk
‪Kahwa Coffee - ‬3 min drive
‪Starbucks - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Home within walking distance from downtown, peaceful nature surrounds the home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Home within walking distance from downtown, peaceful nature surrounds the home?

Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Home within walking distance from downtown, peaceful nature surrounds the home?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Home within walking distance from downtown, peaceful nature surrounds the home located?

Located in Central Sarasota, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Marietta Museum of Art and Whimsy and Ringling College of Art and Design. Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall and Sarasota County Visitor Information Center and History Museum are also within 15 minutes.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra F., Boca Raton

11 Jan 2021

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

Gorgeous place!

Comfortable, clean and very charming. We loved it!

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Deborah C.

3 Apr 2021

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

Extended stay

We just returned from our extended stay at The Crab House. Our experience was delightful, the location, the house and our host were all excellent. We would love to visit again next year!

Stayed 89 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

David F.

9 Feb 2023

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

Modern and Charming

Recently updated, kitchen includes modern appliances and is delightfully furnished. Este is a wonderful host and we had marvelous stay in the Crab House. Would definitely recommend.

Stayed 32 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stewart L.

8 June 2021

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

Magical place!

Esther - we can not thank you enough for hosting us at The Crab House! The thoughtfulness of the amenities, the beauty of the home, your artwork, fabulous bedding and more made it a dream stay for us! Hope to see you again! The Levitans, Woodstock, GA

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

melanie r.

19 July 2022

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

Cozy and stylish cottage

Everyone in the family was happy with the house. I loved the decor and all the space saving features. I also loved the small room of the master and the back patio!! Our two teenage boys loved having their own rooms and the TV, of course, and caught up on movies when we were not at the beach. My husband is a fisherman, and it was great to be able to hose everything down when we got home. Este is a very gracious host and made sure we had more than everything needed to be comfortable and enjoy our stay. Thank you!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gina T.

7 Jan 2020

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

A true home away from home

First, I would like to point out that Este is an amazing homeowner! And last but not least, the Crab House is in short, AWESOME. It's clean, well decorated with nice furnishings and art work; plus, nice linens provided. The kitchen is equipped with all top of the line appliances and .... wait for it, supplied with water, flavored water and tea (cold); an a Keurig machine + coffee and cream! Este, thank you for taking such good care of your short term tenants and for making us feel, during our first week of the new year, in a home away from home!! My husband and I go to Sarasota at least 4 times per year (considering that town our retirement home). And we will definitely be staying with you again! Be blessed B&G

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sarina C.

11 July 2019

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

Great vacation!

We thoroughly enjoyed our recent visit to Sarasota! Central Cocoanut was a beautiful house with plenty of room for our family. The homeowners were very easy to communicate with and even gave recommendations for local places to visit. The house was clean, updated, well furnished and even had some snacks for us. We would definitely stay in this house again. The house rules are located on the shelf in the living room. We did not see those until several days into our visit. The only thing that we were surprised by was the renter living in the backyard but we did not run into him often. The homeowner quickly reassured me that’s who it was. We will definitely back to Sarasota. Thank you again for allowing us to stay in your beautiful home!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jessalyn B.

29 May 2022

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

Beautiful home close to the sights

This was a wonderful property for my husband and I and our 15 month old twin boys. The kitchen had everything we needed to cook and the refrigerator/freezer had plenty of room. We have to take a lot of down time with the boys and couldn’t have picked a better/relaxing home. The back patio is a delight. We spent a lot of time back there after the kiddos went to bed. We decided last minute we wanted to stay an extra night and Esther was accommodating and made the process easy. I highly recommend this home if you’re on the fence, do it, I promise you’ll be happy with the outcome.

Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paige A.

27 May 2022

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

Loved the Crab house!

We all really enjoyed this little place, it was very comfortable, and just the right size for us. We loved the decorating, all the renovations were well done and it's just an adorable little cottage. Very centrally located as well, we didn't spend much more than 10 min. in the car going most places. Would definitely go back!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

John C.

31 Dec 2021

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Super cute property

We enjoyed our stay very much. The property is perfect for a couple with two children as there is a master bedroom with a bath and two other bedrooms which share a bath. The backyard is a nice little setting to unwind. Esther was very accommodating and responsive.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Holly K.

30 July 2021

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

All around great stay

The Crab House was beautiful. Quiet neighborhood, close to just about everything. Beds were comfortable and the kitchen was completely stocked with everything we needed.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

6/10 Okay

Joseph C.

23 June 2021

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

Very cute

The house was nice. Ceiling fans don't go fast at all to help circulation of air. Loved the kitchen. Bed in master is very soft, not good if you have a bad back or like harder beds. Outside patio and back porch very nice. Great for you to relax. Location is close to all shops and close to very good restaurants. If you have any questions or problems the owner lives next door.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia P.

1 June 2021

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

Quaint cottage with relaxing tropical garden

This unit has all the modern conveniences and is beautifully decorated. It is central to the all the places you want to see. Property manager Esther was very helpful, we locked ourselves out in the back garden, just after we got there! Lol! We will stay there again!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tramell Z.

28 May 2021

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

Awesome stay 10/10

Amazing clean home. With a absolutely beautiful backyard. We had a great time .

Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

21 May 2021

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

Perfect cottage!

Charming cottage - impeccably neat and clean in addition to being centrally located. Owner very helpful and hospitable.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Deb M.

15 May 2021

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

Lovely property

Wonderful stay to pick up my daughter from college. Well equipped. Lovely garden area! Loved the decor. Everything was just great! Thank you!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

eddie-jo p.

1 Jan 2021

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

Great stay

The cottage was very clean . Well stocked, we would come back and stay again.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

11 Nov 2020

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

Charming and comfy

Lovely homey house with adorable back porch. Nice modern kitchen. Spacious master bedroom. Host was super helpful.

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mauricio & Leslie M.

16 Oct 2020

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

Great house!

Very comfortable and well-appointed house in great location. Will come back!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Cecily G.

21 Sept 2020

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

Adorable little house

This was the nicest property we have ever rented in Florida. The place was adorable. The owner has a wonderful flair for design. BUT, the greatest thing was the way the house was equipped. First, it is furnished with toiletries similar to a hotel. The kitchen has everything, including a Kurig coffeemaker and the canisters to go in it The owner is so welcoming and answered all of our questions including the best restaurants where to eat It was a perfect close get away for us and we would come back again and again.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Slavo B.

25 June 2020

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

Clean and nice accommodations

We were very satisfied with our stay at the crab house. The house was clean, very well maintained and equipped with everything we needed for a week-long stay. Esther was easy to communicate with and responsive to any requests. We would definitely come back in the future.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

31 Oct 2019

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

Great place to stay in Sarasota!

Very nice. Great location.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

david f.

17 Sept 2018

Very clean, modern comfortable house close to downtown with a cute backyard.

The house was clean and big enough to have 3 bedrooms and two baths. Close to downtown and everything at your fingertips from the beach to shopping or just take a walk.Owner was very accommodating and friendly. House was cooled nicely and had an updated kitchen. Bedrooms nice size. Hangout room large screen tv with dish network.We had to evacuate Myrtle Beach because of hurricane Florence and spent five nice relaxing days in Sarasota. I would stay here again .

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

About the host

Hosted by Esther Lennox

Originally from Switzerland, in the United States since 1997.
Hosting people from all over the world since many years and being of help in any situation.
Available 24/7 by text or phone call.

Why they chose this property

The location cuts the deal, walking distance to all with a great host
close by for questions, emergencies or even rides!
The house is very clean, comfortable and cozy.
Welcome to Sarasota, Florida.

What makes this property unique

Charming house with a big metal crab next to front door.
Charming fenced in and private back yard with lighting at night.
Great location, close to down town and the Bay.
The bird feeder attracts many colorful birds :) and squirrels :(
Please no dogs over 35 pounds
Please contact owner if you desire a stay less than 7nights.

Languages:

English, German

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