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Charming Vacation Rental: Close to Downtown!

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Sarasota Vacation Rental | 2BR | 1BA | 650 Sq Ft | Steps to Enter
Exterior
Living Room | Free WiFi | Central A/C
Living area
Dining

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 460.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Sarasota, Florida
  • Ed Smith Stadium
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Sarasota Memorial Hospital
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Lido Beach
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Charming Vacation Rental: Close to Downtown!

Soak in all the sun and sand you can during your trip to Sarasota, with this modern 2-bed, 1-bath vacation rental as your home base! This updated cottage offers an all-new contemporary interior with Smart TVs, a full kitchen, and a screened-in sunroom. Spend afternoons lounging on world-famous white-sand beaches just minutes from your door, then return home to sip a cold cocktail by the yard’s private fire pit. Rinse the sand away with the outdoor shower before heading inside to unwind!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Outdoor Oasis | Recently Remodeled | Off-Street Parking | 8 Mi to Siesta Key Beach

Top off your trip to the Gulf Coast with a stay in this trendy oasis, providing peace, privacy, and proximity to attractions for your group of beach lovers to enjoy!

Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed

OUTDOORS: Screened lanai, patio furniture, gas fire pit, lounge chairs, dining table, gas grill, 2 adult bicycles, hanging lights, outdoor shower
INDOORS: Updated interior, 3 Smart TVs, electric fireplace, dining bar, hardwood floors, natural light, modern furnishings, beach-themed decor
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, stainless steel appliances, cookware & dishware, drip coffee maker, toaster, dishwasher, full knife set
GENERAL: Beach gear (chairs, toys, cooler), washer/dryer, free WiFi, hair dryers, iron & board, linens/towels, central air conditioning
PARKING: Driveway (3 vehicles), trailer parking on-site

* For a video tour of the home, search 'The Coolest Little House in Sarasota' on YouTube *

-- THE LOCATION --

BEACHFRONT BLISS: Lido Key Beach (6.4 miles), Sarasota Beach (8.0 miles), Siesta Key Beach (8.6 miles), Crescent Beach (8.6 miles), Manasota Key Beach (29.3 miles)
ON THE GREEN: The Palms Golf Club at Forest Lakes (2.3 miles), Rolling Green Golf Club (3.2 miles), The Highlands Golf Course (3.3 miles), The Groves Golf Course (3.3 miles), Village Green Golf Club (3.4 miles)
MUST-SEE SIGHTS: Marie Selby Botanical Gardens (3.0 miles), Sarasota Jungle Gardens (4.8 miles), The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art (6.0 miles), Ca’ d’Zan (6.3 miles), Riverwalk (14.3 miles)
FUN FOR THE FAMILY: Bayfront Park (3.2 miles), Big Cat Habitat Gulf Coast Sanctuary (6.5 miles), Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium (7.1 miles)
AIRPORTS: Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport (6.6 miles), Tampa International Airport (63.5 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking anywhere on-site
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties or large gatherings
- No third-party bookings. The booking guest must be present at check-in and for the full stay
- Must be at least 28 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The 2 adult bicycles are to be used at the renter's own risk
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 2 exterior security cameras, located at the front of the house and on the back side of the house, all facing outward. They do not look into interior spaces
- For a video tour of the home, search 'The Coolest Little House in Sarasota' on YouTube

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
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

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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Sarasota

Located in Sarasota, this holiday home is 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 Nathan Benderson Park and Lido Beach. Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium and Marie Selby Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting. With scuba diving and power boating nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Sarasota, Florida

What's nearby

  • Ed Smith Stadium - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Marie Selby Botanical Gardens - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Marina Jack - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Sarasota Memorial Hospital - 5 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Lido Beach - 17 min drive - 11.2 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Hob Nob 57 Tavern - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Little Caesars Pizza - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Charlie's Steak & Hoagie - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Vacation Rental: Close to Downtown! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming Vacation Rental: Close to Downtown!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Vacation Rental: Close to Downtown!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Vacation Rental: Close to Downtown! located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Tuttle Avenue Park, Sarasota Commons Shopping Center and Northeast Plaza Shopping Center. Ed Smith Stadium and Payne Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

8.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Heather L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great rental!
Very clean, had everything needed and was in a great, convenient location! Would recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great rental property withneverything so nice!
Want to rent this property again next spring!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sarasota Cottage
What a wonderful place to stay! The house was bright and well decorated. Every detail was thought out to make the living space inside and out warm and welcoming. The host was extremely responsive to any questions we had. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodney F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time!
Perfect place to stay. The patio areas were a highlight for us and the location was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Troy

Never disappoints!
This place never disappoints and we will be back for sure.

6/10 Okay

Kathleen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Vaca shortened by Helene
We enjoyed 2 of 5 days in the Sarasota area before leaving early due to Helene warnings. When we called our Evolve contact, we got no answer and left a voicemail. We were concerned that the owner should know that the house would be vacant. After a 5 hr trip back to Orlando due to hurricane traffic, we still had no contact. The next day, I found an email address to the company. They did respond but we never heard from the listed agent contact. They implied that we should have just stayed in a hurricane prone area. We were impressed by the property we rented and would have returned at a later date or recommended it, but we will never deal with Evolve agan..We are checking our 2 other scheduled Vrbo rentals to be sure that we are dealing with owners who will respond.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Ida M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Exquisite
Very clean, cute, and relaxing! The lanai super attractive and a favorite! King size bed in one of the bedrooms an added bonus.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

Sue G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
April 2024 visit
Pro: house was clean. Con: neighborhood. No place to walk.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable and quiet
My family members and I stayed in Sarasota to see a dying family member. As uncomfortable as the situation was, the house we stayed in was lovely. We enjoyed coffee on the screened in porch in the mornings and had lovely dinners together. The neighborhood is clean and quiet. It is just minutes from the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect little blue house
We had a great experience all around. The house was extremely clean and conveniently located. Loved sitting in the screened in porch and having coffee in the mornings. The restaurants close by were very good and the beach chairs/towels were so nice to have for our beach day.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Haley

Best accommodations ever
Very CLEAN, cozy, updated, plenty of toiletries, appliances, beach stuff, after sun care.. there was so much love put into this house. When traffic isn’t crazy it’s about 15 min to siesta beach which has the most beautiful sand I’ve ever seen. If I come back to the area I will definitely book again.
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8/10 Good

Arlyn

A place worth staying!
Adorable house, impeccably clean, great beds, stocked with most everything you'll need. About a 15-20 minute drive to downtown, beaches, etc., though grocery store, drug store are closer.
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10/10 Excellent

Pam

Stay
The cottage was exactly as the pictures show. Very cute and comfortable. It was perfect for 2 people. We loved the screened in patio. The neighbors were quiet. Shopping and dining were nearby.
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10/10 Excellent

Jinny

Summer vacation in Sarasota
Wow! This cute little house was perfect for our family of 4 which consists of my husband and our 2 teenage daughters. It’s so close to Lido beach, grocery stores, and restaurants. The owners were super hospitable making sure that the house was clean and ready for our stay. It has all the comforts of home and looks just like it does in the pictures. You can be sure that we will be back soon for another stay!

10/10 Excellent

Jinny B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
We had a wonderful time in Sarasota. This home is super cute and very clean. It had everything one could need to make it a home. We will definitely come back to stay again on our next visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Arlyn m.

Liked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Great stay in Sarasota!
Refurbished, impeccably clean little house that was plenty large enough for two friends staying for a long weekend. Especially appreciated the bedroom blackout curtain and shades and how comfortable the beds were. Loved the screen porch. The house has generous amounts of everything you need to be comfortable. A 15 - 20 minute drive to most beaches and downtown Sarasota, but that was okay with us. We had a little trouble communicating initially via Vrbo with the property management co (evolve), but that eventually got worked out to our satisfaction. I'd definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Place
The home was clean, cozy and cozy, with a lovely private yard and screened in porch. Everything exceeded expectations, from the well stocked kitchen to the laundry room and bath. The location was central to both Nathan Benderson Park and the many attractions of Sarasota. We were delighted with our time here.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Claire

The coolest Little House in Sarasota
We enjoyed our stay at Tarpon Avenue a lot. The location is great, close to the town center, to Siesta Beach and to the food shops. The house is very well kept and the interior stylish! We also loved the porch and the garden. Shortly: No wishes unfulfilled.

10/10 Excellent

Claire G., Küsnacht, Schweiz

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very enjoyable stay in a stylish little house
Everything was in a very good condition. We also enjoyed the garden and the porch. Shopping was close and also the great Beach of Siesta Key! Short Rides also to the golf courses in Bradenton.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Vacation stay
This was the most adorable home! It is fully remodeled and they thought of everything you ever needed for a vacation rental! We were in town for a family wedding and wish we were able to stay longer to enjoy house and the bikes and all the beach gear! All you need is pack your bags to enjoy I would definitely stay again! Thank you Tracy for checking in with us to make sure everything was good when we arrived! Thank you Tracey Bell Phoenix Arizona

10/10 Excellent

Andreas H., Stockholm, Sweden

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
For beach lovers and cyclists
Me and my husband stayed for 1 week in November over Halloween. The house is spotless, very nice and clean. It is very well equipped and offers everything you need. The screened lanai in the back is perfect for both breakfast, afternoon relaxing and dinner. We visited Longboat Key beach and Siesta Key beach; both are about 25 minutes’ drive away. Siesta Key beach is very big and there are lots of parking’s, Longboat is smaller, but still very nice and not so crowded. There is also a very nice and long bike trail in Sarasota called The Legacy trail. It starts just about 10 minutes away on bike from the house. I really recommend it! The only thing that was a bit negative is the location because the house is very close to Fruitville Road which is very busy. But that does not affect my view of how nice and well cared for the house is. We had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place to Stay!
We enjoyed our short stay here and unfortunately were unable to take advantage of the screened in porch and patio. Property is well taken care of and the owners are attentive to details. Would definitely stay again when visiting Sarasota.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leonel H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very satisfied!
One of the best vacation homes we have stayed at. We loved it! Very satisfied with the place. It was really clean and comfortable. Definitely recommend it! Hope to stay here again in the future!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Troy

Outstanding cottage with all the amenities!
This quaint little home in Sarasota is something to be seen and experienced. It has everything you need for a small family to stay comfortably, is centrally located around many restaurants and is in the vicinity of great beaches. The home itself is very modern, has great beds and is super clean. Renting and accessing the property was a breeze. I would highly recommend staying here and will be back for sure.
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10/10 Excellent

Russell

The Cottage was great
We were impressed by the immaculate cleanliness and updated details of the interior and exterior of the place! While small, it was very comfortable and had all the kitchen, laundry and bath details of a 1st class hotel suite. Our favorite was the screened in porch and outside deck; we had friends over for dinner while we were there! Highly recommended!

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