About this rental
Our adorable unit – Casita Siesta - is located at Gulf & Bay Bayside on Siesta Key, on the bay just south of Sarasota and with private beach access to world-famous Siesta Key Beach. It is a lovely 2 bdr/2 bath unit with a spacious living room and sunny lanai. The master bedroom has full bathroom en suite and french doors to the lanai. It is just steps from a beautiful water view of the bay. The complex is a gated resort community featuring unique “Old Key West style” condominiums only a 5-10 minute walk to the sugary white sands of the beach -- rated the top US beach again this year by Trip Advisor and one of the 10 most beautiful beaches in the world. (Its powdery white sand of pure quartz crystal won’t burn your feet even on the hottest days!) It is great for walks or runs with 4 miles of expansive beach to explore. We have two large heated pools, and the unit is conveniently located right across from the larger pool. Two flat-screen TVs and free WIFI too!! The complex also has 2 excellent lighted tennis/pickle ball courts, a fitness room, sauna, barbecue grills, picnic tables and a clubhouse. WiFi is available throughout the complex and the main office has a PC and printer for boarding passes, etc. Additional highlights include a crushed shell walking paths surrounding the property with views of the Inter-coastal waterway and a private fishing pier! Free shuttles can take you into town, or it’s an easy 20-minute walk.
This spacious, first floor, two-bedroom unit is immaculately decorated in island style and can comfortably sleep 4. It has a fully equipped kitchen with a dining table that easily seats 4-6. The master bedroom has a king-sized bed and newly remodeled full ensuite bath. The second bedroom has a queen bed and closet and is cozy, but can sleep 2. There is a second full bath right outside the door. The comfortable living and dining areas are light and airy, and you can also eat or lounge out on the glass and screen-enclosed lanai. The unit has its own, brand new washer and dryer and there is an attached garage for beach gear, etc. We have beach chairs, a cart, beach toys , noodles, etc. for you too! Tennis rackets and balls as well. It’s a no smoking unit.
On the key and nearby, there are abundant opportunities for active fun, such as volleyball, para sailing, jet-skiing, boating, fishing or golf…and for the quieter pleasures of shopping, visiting art galleries and museums, or dining at an astounding assortment of local restaurants. You’ll be close enough to walk to charming Siesta Village to enjoy restaurants and lively outdoor dining, shops, live music and dancing. Or you can simply kick back at home for peace and quiet. You are also a short drive from downtown Sarasota, and some of its main attractions some of which include the Ringling Museum, world-class golf courses, St. Armand's Circle, Mote Marine Aquarium and Selby Gardens. For kids, there are tons of activities and it is a great place for young families, teens and older couples alike!
We've stayed all over the key and this is the best value for your money to be sure! Enjoy this quiet, private island paradise! Accessible by car, and served by the airports in Sarasota/Bradenton, Fort Myers, Clearwater/St. Petersburg and Tampa International.
Unique Benefits
Just across from world class, award winning Siesta Key Beach and sits on intercoastal. All amenities of a full service resort with a small, friendly, neighborhood feel. Easy access to village restaurants, bars and nightlife. Condo has everything you would need for your stay and the beach.
Area Information
Enjoying its reputation as one of America’s Best Beaches, Siesta Beach is made famous by its sugar-fine, quartz-white sand. A short jaunt from the public beach is a village of outdoor dining, coffee shops and shopping. Turtle Beach sits beyond the sea grapes on the Key’s southern end and is a popular site for launching kayaks. It is truly the quintessential Florida beach town. There’s fun to be had for young adults, but not too much fun to turn away families and more mature travelers.
Our gated community has all the amenities of a resort with a friendly, neighborhood vibe.
Attractions Within Walking Distance
Beach, village, tennis, pools, bay, intercoastal waterway, fishing...
Favorite Places To Eat
Our Favorite Places to Eat:
Siesta Key Oyster Bar
Ophelia's
Salty Dog
Turtles (By Turtle Beach)
Daquiri Deck
Flavio's
Off the Hook
Big Water Fish Market and Cafe
Blasie Cafe
The Cottages
Inside Scoop
Here's the inside scoop on a few things to do in the area:
Free yoga on the beach!
Sunset drum circle every Sunday at Siesta Key Beach not to be missed!
Open air bars in the village have great live music.
Free trolleys to Village all day!
-Myakka State Park - boat tours, canoe rentals, aligators!
-Parasailing!
-Oscar Sherrer State Park -- canoe/kaya rentals, hiking trails, fishing...
-Saranoa Golf Club, Village Green Golf (9 holes)
-Turtle Beach State Park on the sounth end - beautiful beach.
-John & Mable Ringling Museam of Art
-Sarasota Jungle Gardens.
-Sarasota Historical Tours.
-South Florida Museum/Bishop Planetarium.
-Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium.
-Sarasota Jungles Garderns -- Animals and more!
-Marie Selby Botanical Gardens.
-St. Armand's Circle -- shopping, restaurants...
Amenities
Other Vacation Rental Amenities
Why FloridaRentals.com?
Connect directly with owners
Cut out the middleman
No booking or service fees
Save up to 15% over other websites
Florida's #1 vacation rental site
We're the experts
Rates
| Rate Period | Nightly | Weekend Night | Weekly | Monthly | Min Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Apr 06 - Apr 14 2023 | $266 | $1,862 | 7 nights | ||
Apr 15 - Apr 28 2023 | $242 | $1,694 | 7 nights | ||
May 14 - Jun 30 2023 | $178 | $1,246 | 7 nights | ||
Jul 08 - Nov 17 2023 | $178 | $1,246 | 7 nights | ||
Nov 18 - Dec 01 2023 | $266 | $1,862 | 7 nights |
Fees:
Refundable deposit: $750
cleaning fee: $170
Tax Rate: 12%
Notes:
Cancellation Policy
*The guest pays a $750 down payment.
*The balance is due 60 days prior to arrival if staying less than 4 weeks
*50% is due 90 days prior to arrival for reservations of four weeks or more and the other 50% at 60 days.
*The cancellation date for a refund is 90 days prior to arrival.
*There is a $150 non refundable cancellation admin fee for any cancellation after deposit has been paid -- no matter when cancellation occurs.
Slightly higher rates apply to holiday periods.
Returning guests have first option on renting same period in the following year.
Make reservations by calling or emailing Dave Reville at or dreville@@ and ask for unit #1344 and mention that you found it on Florida Rentals site.
Contact owner Dave Reville with any questions.
Availability
Last updated on February 08, 2023
Map
Hosted by Dave and Julie Reville
Member since 2018
Year Purchased: 2014
About the owner: We are Vermonters and both grew up in New England. We started coming to FL when our two girls were young to escape the cold Vermont winters. We've come ever since for a week here or there in the dead of winter. Siesta Key has always been the favorite for our family and our visitors alike. Once people experience the key, they seem to continue to come back regularly. We both work up north so can't be there as much as we'd like, but are thrilled to be part of the Gulf & Bay Bayside community. It really has a neighborhood feel -- not a high rise or hotel vibe. We want to share our new FL casita with you!
Links to more information:
CLICK HERE -
Guestbook comments from the host:
Reviews
Jason H.Wonderful stay
The place was nothing short of amazing. Super close to the beach and the village. Loved it. Only regret is not staying longer. 5 stars!!
Stayed: August 2021Submitted: August 23, 2022
Owner response
Many thanks for your kind words. So glad you love our little getaway. Can’t wait to be there ourselves. Hope we can host you again sometime soon.
Dina and Igor Y.Thank you for the hospitality.
We have stayed at this Unit 1344 in the first week of May, 2022. First of all, I would like to thank the owners of this Unit for their hospitality. Dave was always extremely nice and helpful. Also the management was great! We worked with Carla and she also was very helpful and super nice. The whole complex is an amazing place! It is very clean and very well taking care of. The pool is nice and the Waterway is a beauty on it's own! It's great for a walk in the evening! Unit 1344 has everything that you might need for your stay. The walk to the beach is pretty short and very pleasant. And the beach is fabulous!!!! An absolute clear water and always cool and white sand! And there is no words to describe the stunning sunset! This place is a gem and a real Paradise!!! Thank you once again, dear Dave. We have already booked a week for the next year!!!
Stayed: May 2022Submitted: May 26, 2022
Owner response
Many thanks for your kind words Dina! I enjoyed getting to know you and Igor a bit and I’m so glad you enjoyed your stay. We feel the same way about our little island gem on the gulf and love to be able to share it with others. So glad you will be back!
Kelly K.Girls Vacation 2022
This Condo is amazing! Right across from the pool in a Beautiful,quiet, gated community across the street from the amazing private Siesta Key beach! This condo was spotless the owner is amazing to deal with and always replies in a timely manner. This is my second time in this condo but will not be the last! Love Siesta and all it has to offer! Thank you for yet another amazing vacation! Be back soon! ~ Kelly
Stayed: May 2022Submitted: May 17, 2022
Owner response
Many thanks Kelly! So glad you enjoyed your stay. Hope to see you again.
Robert K.Best Vacation Rental!!
Our stay at Gulf and Bay Bayside couldn’t have been better! Our unit was clean and very comfortable! We enjoyed being on the ground floor as the location was perfect and we were right across from the big pool and the tropical garden view off the lanai was peaceful. We had plenty of room in the unit and the two full baths made it an exceptional choice having guests. It was the best of both worlds having the pool out our front door and Siesta Key beach right across the street! No hassle parking!! We can’t wait to return to Siesta Key!
Stayed: March 2022Submitted: April 06, 2022
Owner response
Many thanks for your kind words. We're so glad you enjoyed our little beach getaway and hope you'll be back next year!
Jaime S.Siesta Key Oasis
We loved our stay at Siesta Key! Walkable to downtown for some good exercise. Great pool across the street. There is a second one hidden as well. The most amazing beach access. Condo was clean and had everything we needed!
Stayed: March 2021Submitted: March 23, 2021
Owner response
So glad you enjoyed your stay Jaime. Thanks for your kind words!
Samr S.Perfect for two with easy access to the pool and beach.
Unit gets early sun and is close to the intra costal waterway which provides an opportunity for fishing or just relaxing while watching the boats cruising by.. The pool and exercise room are just steps away or guests have special access to the beach. Siesta Key village is close and provides good shopping and restaurants.
Stayed: January 2019Submitted: June 29, 2020
Owner response
Thanks A million Marianne. Best to Sam.
Victoria M.A slice of heaven
We had a spectacular stay at this condo! The location is perfect and everything we needed for the beach was right there. We loved going to the fishing pier to watch the boats and to fish in the evenings. Even saw a dolphin! The pool is amazing and right out front. The unit was exactly as advertised. Lovely, bright island decor and sunny lanai. Can't wait to come back!
Stayed: March 2020Submitted: June 29, 2020
Owner response
Thanks!!
Kelly E.Vacation Stay in Siesta Key
This Beautiful Condo was very comfortable and had privacy as well. Owners were great to answer any questions and help with places to eat and things to do. Loved this condo we will be back!!
Stayed: June 2019Submitted: June 24, 2020
Owner response
Many thanks Kelly!
Contact Host
Facebook
Twitter
Email