I've loved staying at Blue Lagoon. I've been coming to Siesta Key for 40 years and have finally found a place which fits my personality. I love its "Old Florida" feeling. The interior is warm and cozy with lovely wooden floors and walls. It reminds me a bit of my home on Martha's Vineyard. It's private and secluded yet only a short walk to the beach and a convenient drive or bike ride into the village. I used to dread having to fight the traffic to go to the market or the drug store. Not anymore. I have a small dog and she loves the neighborhood and we have made many friends, human and canine, on our walks. It's great being on the canal and the yard has some lovely trees and bushes, including sea grape, flame of the woods, and banana and lemon trees. Finally, you could not ask for nicer or more interesting landlords than Rich and Ali. I am planning to return again next winter.

Mar 2023

Location Location Location! Walk to town or walk to the beach. The Blue Lagoon is a roomy bungalow that meets all you desire nestled in a quaint neighborhood. Hosts, Rich & Ali were a delight and extremely helpful in their knowledge of restaurants and activities in the area. My husband and I loved the screened in lanai but my cat loved it most of all!!!

Jan 2023

I absolutely love my annual two month stay at The Blue Lagoon Bungalow. The bungalow itself has a hint of old Florida, with pecky cypress wood interior and a simple but roomy two bedroom, living room, kitchen, screened in porch design that suits all my needs. It's situated in a quiet, friendly neighborhood on Palm Island where many residents walk their dogs regularly. I know more dogs names than residents, but that's just me. The famous white powdery sandy beach that Siesta Key is known for is a mere five minute walk to a more private stretch of beach. A ten minute walk will get you to the main Siesta Key Beach with lifeguard stands, and a fifteen minute walk will get you to the Siesta Village with restaurants, shops, and a market. Very convenient. But the things I love most about my stay are the outdoor activities like bike riding or jogging in the annual 5K Save the Sea Turtle Run, the live theatre in Sarasota, the Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, the Myakka State River Park, the Mote Aquarium, the indie film theaters, the bowling alleys, St Armand Circle shopping, the Sarasota Film Festival,the list is endless. And to cap off each glorious day, I take a stroll (or bike ride) at sunset on the beach. Life seems to be a little simpler here, more laid back and relaxing. This is my home away from home and I'm sure glad I found it.

Apr 2018

We have stayed in the same cottage for a few years now. We have always found the house clean, comfortable, well-equipped, and convenient to both beach and village. As dog owners, we particularly like the fact that the house is dog-friendly. While the furnishings are not "brand new" and some items show a bit of age and use, the house and furnishings are plenty adequate for a beach house stay on Siesta Key. Owners Rich and Ali are very welcoming and always helpful. All in all a very pleasant sojourn on Siesta Key and our rating for this rental is excellent.

Feb 2018

Blue Lagoon was comfortable, nice lot, great screened porch, and was an easy walk to the beach and the village. House was full of information on what to do, where to go, and owner recommendations. Rich, Ali and Chloe (Girl Scout cookies) live nearby and are very helpful . Village is loaded with good restaurants. And February weather was perfect. Be sure to catch a sunset.

Jan 2018

My wife, I and our son's family of 4 just got back from a FANTASTIC stay in the Blue Lagoon, located a short walk to the most amazing beach and near the Siesta Key village which has ample restaurants, shops and great music, food and drinks. The house and grounds are private, spacious, very comfortable, authentic Florida and always impeccably clean. The large screened in front lanai and back deck by the lagoon are particularly favorite gathering points and places to enjoy the warm Florida climate. Rich and Ali the owners and their daughter Chloe are terrific. They expertly maintain and stock the property, including extras like bikes, lounge chairs and sand toys. They also gave us endless possibilities on what to see and do and where the best spots to eat are through out the region. This is our 3rd year in a row enjoying this slice of heaven and we have only sampled a small part of what is available. We HIGHLY recommend this property and owners.

Dec 2017