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Across The Street From #1 Beach

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Speaks For Itself.
No Stress Here!
Pier at North End of Siesta Beach
Seagull in Paradise
Beach Access #7 Path to the #1 Beach in the USA
White Sand Across the Street

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 255.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Siesta Key, FL
  • Siesta Key Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Crescent Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Lido Beach
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Across The Street From #1 Beach

The Siesta Key Beach Cottage is located right on Beach Rd directly across the street from the #1 Beach in the USA. Walk out the front door and walk across the street to beach access #7 and you are on the white powder Beach of Siesta Key. You can look out the front window and see the Beach Access #7 sign.

If your looking for some lunch after a day at the beach walk out the front door of The Siesta Key Beach Cottage and head right up to the Village. There you will find any type of food you can imagine. If the sun has made you thirsty there are plenty of options to grab your favorite cocktail while listening to live music while sitting outside.

Take the beach cruiser bikes provided at the Beach Cottage and bike down to the north end of the beach. There you will reach an old concrete pier you can walk out on and watch sunset. Beach Cruisers are the best way to get around. Park the car and throw away the keys. Walk or bike around the Key........leave the car at the Beach Cottage!!!!

Cottage Remodeled in 2011-
The Siesta Key Beach Cottage was completely remodeled in 2011. Everything inside was replaced with new.....everything. The back pavered deck is enclosed by a wood fence. Inside has white washed painted cypress walls and ceiling. Hardwood floors were installed throughout. All new windows. All kitchen appliances we replaced. Granite counter . Bathroom had tile floor, enclosed glass shower with tile wall and floor, and sink. The walls and ceiling are cypress through out the whole cottage. Pottery Barn California King bed and mattress. Two flat screen TV's were installed. This Beach Cottage renovation still kept the nautical decor and design and conserved that beachy laid back feeling to it.
This is not a condo........it is a Beach Cottage!!!!!

Check out our other property ID #964225 only a couple buildings away. This cottage we purchased in 2019 and did a complete renovation. Everything is new throughout the whole cottage.

Property manager

Dave Kessel
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: 21
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
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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 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 and a deadlock

We should mention

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

About the area

Siesta Key

Located in Siesta Key, this cottage is near theme parks and near the beach. 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. Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium and Jim Neville Marine Preserve are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and cycling.
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Siesta Key, FL

What's nearby

  • Siesta Key Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Siesta Key Marina - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Crescent Beach - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Point of Rocks - 6 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Lido Beach - 32 min drive - 17.2 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gilligan's Island Bar & Grill - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Siesta Key Oyster Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Siesta Key Beach Pavilion - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Phillippi Creek Village Restaurant & Oyster Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Across The Street From #1 Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Across The Street From #1 Beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Across The Street From #1 Beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Across The Street From #1 Beach located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Siesta Key Farmers Market and Siesta Key Beach. Siesta Key Beach Playground and St. Boniface Episcopal Church Labyrinth are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spring Break 2025
Everything was described accurately. Walking distance to beach and restaurants. Dave communicated everything we needed to know. The only thing you could possibly dislike would be the road noise because the bedroom window faces toward Beach Road but Spring Break brings out activity into and out of the village until the bars close.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Siesta Key Cottage
We stayed at this cottage for a week in March 2025. The cottage was right across the street from the beach and just a couple blocks from the center of town with many restaurants and stores. We didn’t have to drive the entire week; everything we needed was within walking distance. The cottage itself was very clean and well stocked with bath/beach towels, toilet paper and paper towels. There is cable TV in the living room and bedroom. Dave even checked in with us at the beginning and end of the week to make sure we weren’t having any issues with anything. I would consider staying at this cottage again in the future. Overall a much better experience than staying at a hotel since Dave provides beach chairs and bikes to use.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

James B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach house
Great location and very clean. Cute little cottage for a little getaway!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great vacay!!
Very cute beach cottage! Great location,very clean ,no complaints,if ever in Siesta Key again would definitely stay here
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Renea K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great access to Siesta Beach
Cute beach cottage across street from beach access. It is a little noisy as is right on beach drive but traffic died down by 10-11 pm. Place is equipped well. Only thing it didn't have that we would have used is a toaster.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute Beach Bungalow!
We enjoyed this little duplex near the beach and close to town. Very clean and comfortable! There is some street noise day and night. Our neighbor's dog barked all the time (not our VRBO owner's fault, but still annoying). A few more expected amenities would have made the stay even better: hand towels, shampoo, wastebasket, floor mat needed in the bathroom. A warmer blanket for the bed, and a throw for the couch would have been nice. Nice place for two people. We really liked this place!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Randy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful property
Great accommodations, great location.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect getaway cottage
Beautiful cottage with the perfect amount of space and amenities in a great location. Conveniently located down the street from the strip and right across the street from the beaches. Highly recommend to any couple whose looking to relax for the week
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Siesta stay
No disappointments. Everything was as promised. Great location and great Vaca.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Beachside Cottage with All the Comforts
My husband and I stayed at this cottage for a week, and it was incredible! The cottage is fully equipped with everything you might need. The shower had excellent water pressure, and the bed was extremely comfortable. The location is just steps away from the beach and the local village, which has a coffee shop, grocery store, ice cream parlor, and numerous restaurants. Even when it rained, as it often does in Florida, it was so soothing to listen to the rain from inside the cottage. We would return in a heartbeat. Thank you for providing such a wonderful place!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerlanda D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gerri Derr
This was an absolutely lovely cottage. Impeccably clean and retro chic beach decor. The bed was very comfortable. There was excellent communication with the host. It is a 6 minute walk to the beach, via beach access #7. There is a free trolley that goes from Turtle Beach on Midnight Pass Road through to Siesta Key Village on Ocean Road. Siesta Key Village is close enough to walk. Parking can be a challenge in the village, so we left our vehicle in cottage driveway and either walked or took trolley. There is an outdoor shower to rinse off beach sand. There are two bicycles there, which unfortunately we did not have time to take advantage of. This was a VERY enjoyable stay because the cottage was cosy and we felt right at home and convenient to almost everything. If we return to this area, we would definitely stay at this location again if it is available. Thank you, Dave, for everything. We appreciated it sincerely.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Siesta Key July 2024
This was our 3rd year staying in Dave's properties. As always, great property and great host. The location cannot be beat. The cottage is perfect, and Dave provides everything. We have already booked next year.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katelyn E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Siesta Paradise
Beautiful place with short walk to the beach! The cottage was clean and the hosts were very responsive and accommodated everything we needed. We loved our stay and would definitely go back. Fantastic property!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joyce I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location
great
enjoyed the cottage felt like home
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jami H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Beach Cottage
The cottage was everything that was shown and even more! It had everything we could need and it was steps away from Beach Access #7. We loved the outside patio area and the shower. It was a 5-7 minute walk to Siesta Key Village and some really good restaurants. Also a great coffee shop. It was everything we hoped for and more! We definitely want to make a return trip!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very good
Very clean, great location. Dave is great. Very hospitable. Our weather was not perfect but we made it all work out. We will stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The CUTEST little place to stay in Siesta Key!
Super clean and very easy access to the property with details from my Host. My host was also incredibly friendly and helpful giving me tips at local places to do things and local places to eat! There is also multiple beach accesses very close nearby. I loved being able to bring my dog Lola with me and it was perfect for the two of us! Thank you so much, I couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelsie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway!
This is the perfect cottage for a couple’s getaway! It was one of the cleanest places we’ve ever rented. It is so tastefully decorated and had everything we needed for our stay. It’s right across from the beach access and only a 4 minute walk to Siesta Key village. There were also bikes available at the cottage which we used every day. Dave was a great host and we highly recommend staying at this cottage. We can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Siesta Key, best beach anywhere
Fabulous beach cottage. Nothing lacking, cozy, super clean, wonderful host . We will be back, loved every minute !
Stayed 11 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cottage Charm
Beautiful cottage. Very well decorated. Clean and Classy. Loved everything about the cottage, the beach and the island. Biked to breakfast and dinner. Made friends on the trolley. Swam with a manatee and just loved the simplistic and charm of a perfect week. I will be back again this year.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great beach cottage!!!
Amazing cottage! Just perfect for my husband and I to celebrate our anniversary. Very clean and super short walk to beach acces. Can watch the sunset every night if you desire. Highly recommend!!! We will make this a destination again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice cottage in great location
Right across the street from Beach 7 and only two blocks from all the shops and restaurants. The cottage was very nice, extremely clean (didn't see a single bug, which is rare in FL), and comfortable for the two of us. We made good use of the available beach chairs, umbrella, and bikes, and appreciated the outside shower to clean off after beach outings. Owner was very responsive. You'll need to take quarters for the laundry (we couldn't get the app to work). A bit of road noise, primarily on the weekend, since it's along a main thoroughfare.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location, location, location!
This is a perfect place to stay! It is very clean and comfortable! Everything you need is provided. David is easy to work with and responds quickly. It is so close to beach access #7. I would definitely stay there again
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
AMAZING!
It was gorgeous! Great week!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

About the host

Hosted by Dave Kessel

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Dave and Tricia Kessel.

We are the owners of the Siesta Key beach cottage. We live down in Bonita Springs full time. Dave is from Michigan and Tricia from St Louis.

Why they chose this property

Dave has been coming to Siesta Key his whole life. He lived on the Key right out of college from 94 to 97. When Dave met Tricia they would drive up to Siesta Key for long weekend vacations. Then in 2010 the beach cottage went up for sale and the Kessel's made it theirs.

What makes this property unique

One of the main benefits of the beach cottage is location. You can walk every where. The beach is across the street The Village is around the corner. Another benefit is the unit itself. It is continually updated inside. From towels to dishes to furniture.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests