4 BR | 4 BA | Sleeps 12 | Quick View
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This home could qualify for our BookCareFree promotion for 2021 arrivals This includes: • Lenient Cancellation Policies • Deferred Payments • Adjusted Deposit Amounts Ask us about how you can qualify for this special offer!We go above and beyond the industry standard for cleanings ...
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Sarasota House
We enjoyed our stay, everything was as expected!! The staff took care of our mistake quickly!! The house was clean, and had everything we needed
2 BR | 2 BA | Sleeps 4 | Quick View
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Lake View Bliss: Private 2 BR / 2 BA Condo. Heritage Oaks 19. Ready to relax in paradise? This turnkey 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo has everything you are looking for! With a bohemian coastal design through out you will find yourself truly lost in delight. Nuzzled in the nature, this tropical lake front condo ...
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Sarasota Condo
2 BR | 2 BA | Sleeps 6 | Quick View
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POOL AREA & LAKE-VIEW, KING BED, WOOD-FLOOR and FREE WIRELESS HIGH-SPEED INTERNET all for the LOWEST PRICE in the area !!! - 5 mins from the whitest sands of Siesta Beach!!! WORLD-CLASS RESORT! Or Sister villa with tropical garden view, most peaceful.
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Sarasota Villa
3 BR | 2.5 BA | Sleeps 8 | Quick View
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Newly Built, Modern, 3 Bedroom Pool Home Oasis Near St Armand's Circle- Sarasota 24 Your modern 3-bedroom oasis awaits! Welcome to this stunning, newly built 3-bedroom home with a private pool and balcony in Sarasota. This beauty is located near St Armand’s Circle and downtown Sarasota. St. Armand’s ...
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Sarasota House
2 BR | 2 BA | Sleeps 4 | Quick View
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12th Floor Siesta Key Condo Turnkey furnished elegant 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo on the 12th floor of 20 Whispering Sands with breathtaking views of the Gulf of Mexico. This unit has been updated and lovingly cared for, featuring beautiful granite counter tops, furniture quality cabinetry, stainless ...
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Sarasota Condo
2 BR | 2 BA | Sleeps 4 | Quick View
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Newly Updated 2 Bedroom Condo Near University Town Center: Sarasota 26 Welcome to The Meadows! The Meadows Country Club is home to a 360-acre campus filled with all the excellent sport, dining and social activities that you would want to enjoy all year round. The outstanding golf, tennis, and fitness ...
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Sarasota Condo
2 BR | 2 BA | Sleeps 6 | Quick View
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This home could qualify for our BookCareFree promotion for 2021 arrivals This includes: • Lenient Cancellation Policies • Deferred Payments • Adjusted Deposit Amounts Ask us about how you can qualify for this special offer!We go above and beyond the industry standard for cleanings ...
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Sarasota Cottage
We had a wonderful time. Close to restaurants and shops. Good customer service, professional and courteous. We will be back!
6 BR | 5 BA | Sleeps 16 | Quick View
Distance to beach: 5 miles to Siesta Key Beach
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This home could qualify for our BookCareFree promotion for 2021 arrivals This includes: • Lenient Cancellation Policies • Deferred Payments • Adjusted Deposit Amounts Ask us about how you can qualify for this special offer!We go above and beyond the industry standard for cleanings ...
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Sarasota House
4 BR | 3 BA | Sleeps 12 | Quick View
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This home could qualify for our BookCareFree promotion for 2021 arrivals This includes: • Lenient Cancellation Policies • Deferred Payments • Adjusted Deposit Amounts Ask us about how you can qualify for this special offer!We go above and beyond the industry standard for cleanings ...
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Sarasota House
2 BR | 2 BA | Sleeps 6 | Quick View
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This home could qualify for our BookCareFree promotion for 2020 and 2021 arrivals This includes: • Lenient Cancellation Policies • Deferred Payments • Adjusted Deposit Amounts Ask us about how you can qualify for this special offer!We go above and beyond the industry standard for ...
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Sarasota House
Great place to stay. Pool in back was heated to a comfortable temperature. Amenities were great. Short walk down the road to the beach access. They even had cupcakes in the fridge to welcome us upon arrival!
4 BR | 4 BA | Sleeps 12 | Quick View
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Manatee Island: Modern 4 BR / 4 BA home on the canal. Location is everything! Just one block to the world's famous Lido Key Beach, where your feet will be welcomed by the gorgeous crystal white sand. If you decide to venture out, you will find that you are just half a mile away from the world-renowned ...
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Sarasota House
2 BR | 2 BA | Sleeps 5 | Quick View
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Crystal Sands, Siesta Key, Sarasota Amazing Views!! Our property is right on the beach. Take the elevator down and you're on the beach. The views are amazing as you can see in the pics. Sit on the lanai for breakfast and watch the activities on the beach, or have a glass of wine and watch the sunset. ...
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Sarasota Condo
I don't normally write a review but I can't say enough good things about this rental. First, off the owners are very nice (very important: they care). Crystal Sands condo is very convenient to everything, ...
4 BR | 3 BA | Sleeps 12 | Quick View
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This home could qualify for our BookCareFree promotion for 2021 arrivals This includes: • Lenient Cancellation Policies • Deferred Payments • Adjusted Deposit Amounts Ask us about how you can qualify for this special offer!We go above and beyond the industry standard for cleanings ...
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Sarasota House
1 BR | 1 BA | Sleeps 3 | Quick View
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SIENNA PARK: Situated a short 5-minute drive from the cool emerald waters of Siesta Key Beach, on the North edge of Palmer Ranch. This tropical resort community of Sienna park is a relaxing oasis under the warm skies of the Gulf Coast. With its swaying palms, shimmering lake views and world-class resort ...
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Sarasota Condo
4 BR | 4 BA | Sleeps 9 | Quick View
Distance to beach: 5 miles to Siesta Key Beach No.1 10min. drive
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Villa Colleen is only 900 feet from a small boot mooring, a kayak ramp, and the bay. It is set in a quiet residential area in Tropical Shores, Vamo, only 4,4 miles from the number 1 beach in the USA, Siesta Key. The 2600sqf house has 4-5 bedrooms (3 with King-size beds), 4 bathrooms, a fully equipped ...
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Sarasota House
2 BR | 1 BA | Sleeps 4 | Quick View
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This home could qualify for our BookCareFree promotion for 2021 arrivalsThis includes: • Lenient Cancellation Policies • Deferred Payments • Adjusted Deposit Amounts Ask us about how you can qualify for this special offer!We go above and beyond the industry standard for cleanings ...
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Sarasota Cottage
1 BR | 1 BA | Sleeps 3 | Quick View
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The complex is situated on over 42 acres of land by a beautiful large natural lake. Above, the cloudless sky creates nature's most exquisite backdrop. The moment is peaceful, as is every moment since your arrival. A haven of classic style and sophistication, each opulent condominium was created to ...
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Sarasota Apartment
2 BR | 1 BA | Sleeps 4 | Quick View
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This home could qualify for our BookCareFree promotion for 2021 arrivalsThis includes: • Lenient Cancellation Policies • Deferred Payments • Adjusted Deposit Amounts Ask us about how you can qualify for this special offer!We go above and beyond the industry standard for cleanings ...
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Sarasota Cottage
4 BR | 4 BA | Sleeps 12 | Quick View
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This home could qualify for our BookCareFree promotion for 2021 arrivalsThis includes: • Lenient Cancellation Policies • Deferred Payments • Adjusted Deposit Amounts Ask us about how you can qualify for this special offer!We go above and beyond the industry standard for cleanings ...
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Sarasota Villa
3 BR | 3 BA | Sleeps 10 | Quick View
Distance to beach: 0.1 miles to Siesta Key Beach - Access # 13
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This home could qualify for our BookCareFree promotion for 2021 arrivals This includes: • Lenient Cancellation Policies • Deferred Payments • Adjusted Deposit Amounts Ask us about how you can qualify for this special offer!We go above and beyond the industry standard for cleanings ...
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Sarasota House
4 BR | 3 BA | Sleeps 12 | Quick View
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This home could qualify for our BookCareFree promotion for 2021 arrivals This includes: • Lenient Cancellation Policies • Deferred Payments • Adjusted Deposit Amounts Ask us about how you can qualify for this special offer!We go above and beyond the industry standard for cleanings ...
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Sarasota House
3 BR | 2 BA | Sleeps 8 | Quick View
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This home could qualify for our BookCareFree promotion for 2021 arrivals This includes: • Lenient Cancellation Policies • Deferred Payments • Adjusted Deposit Amounts Ask us about how you can qualify for this special offer!We go above and beyond the industry standard for cleanings ...
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Sarasota House
3 BR | 2 BA | Sleeps 8 | Quick View
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This home could qualify for our BookCareFree promotion for 2021 arrivals This includes: • Lenient Cancellation Policies • Deferred Payments • Adjusted Deposit Amounts Ask us about how you can qualify for this special offer!We go above and beyond the industry standard for cleanings ...
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Sarasota House
This house was in perfect location for us. We come to Sarasota couple times a year. My brother lives in Sarasota few minutes away and the beach is the same distance so it was perfect for us. Having Walgreens ...
3 BR | 2 BA | Sleeps 6 | Quick View
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COVID-19: WHILE COVID-19 is a problem, this house is being cleaned and wiped down with anti-virus spray and wipes, and is kept vacant for extra time between renters.The house is a bright, newer construction( in 2005) 3 bedroom home near the Siesta Beaches. This property is nestled in a quiet community ...
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Sarasota House
8 BR | 6 BA | Sleeps 24 | Quick View
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This home could qualify for our BookCareFree promotion for 2021 arrivals This includes: • Lenient Cancellation Policies • Deferred Payments • Adjusted Deposit Amounts Ask us about how you can qualify for this special offer!We go above and beyond the industry standard for cleanings ...
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Sarasota House
2 BR | 1 BA | Sleeps 4 | Quick View
Distance to beach: 5 miles to Siesta Key Beach
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This home could qualify for our BookCareFree promotion for 2021 arrivals This includes: • Lenient Cancellation Policies • Deferred Payments • Adjusted Deposit Amounts Ask us about how you can qualify for this special offer!We go above and beyond the industry standard for cleanings ...
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Sarasota Cottage
2 BR | 2 BA | Sleeps 6 | Quick View
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This home could qualify for our BookCareFree promotion for 2021 arrivals This includes: • Lenient Cancellation Policies • Deferred Payments • Adjusted Deposit Amounts Ask us about how you can qualify for this special offer!We go above and beyond the industry standard for cleanings ...
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Sarasota House
Beautiful 2 bedroom condo! Great location! Right across the street from beach and a few minute walk to public beach access. Restaurants within walking distance also. The condo was tastefully decorated and ...
2 BR | 2 BA | Sleeps 6 | Quick View
Distance to beach: 5 miles to Siesta Key Beach
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This home could qualify for our BookCareFree promotion for 2021 arrivals This includes: • Lenient Cancellation Policies • Deferred Payments • Adjusted Deposit Amounts Ask us about how you can qualify for this special offer!We go above and beyond the industry standard for cleanings ...
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Sarasota Cottage
4 BR | 3 BA | Sleeps 12 | Quick View
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This home could qualify for our BookCareFree promotion for 2021 arrivals This includes: • Lenient Cancellation Policies • Deferred Payments • Adjusted Deposit Amounts Ask us about how you can qualify for this special offer!We go above and beyond the industry standard for cleanings ...
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Sarasota House
3 BR | 2 BA | Sleeps 9 | Quick View
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This home could qualify for our BookCareFree promotion for 2021 arrivals This includes: • Lenient Cancellation Policies • Deferred Payments • Adjusted Deposit Amounts Ask us about how you can qualify for this special offer!We go above and beyond the industry standard for cleanings ...
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Sarasota House
Our family loved staying a the Baydream Bungalow. The home has been completely updated. The kitchen is fully equipped. The home is comfortable for the five of us. Loved the use of the bicycles and beach ...
2 BR | 2 BA | Sleeps 4 | Quick View
Distance to beach: 0.5 miles to Siesta Key Crescent Beach
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NEWLY REMODELED - LUXURY WATERFRONT CONDO FOR COUPLES GETAWAY - BOAT DOCK/PRIVATE SLIP FOR BOAT/JET SKIS - Walk to beach, town, shopping, top restaurants, live music, and entertainment.Sit on the lanai and watch the boats, dolphins, manatees, pelicans and other wildlife - it is a gorgeous spot!Walk ...
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Sarasota Condo
Wanted to rent but not available, Beautiful place this is, try to rent out for two weeks but was not available maybe next year
3 BR | 3 BA | Sleeps 10 | Quick View
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This home could qualify for our BookCareFree promotion for 2020 and 2021 arrivals This includes: • Lenient Cancellation Policies • Deferred Payments • Adjusted Deposit Amounts Ask us about how you can qualify for this special offer!We go above and beyond the industry standard for ...
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Sarasota House
3 BR | 3 BA | Sleeps 10 | Quick View
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This home could qualify for our BookCareFree promotion for 2021 arrivals This includes: • Lenient Cancellation Policies • Deferred Payments • Adjusted Deposit Amounts Ask us about how you can qualify for this special offer!We go above and beyond the industry standard for cleanings ...
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Sarasota House
6 BR | 4 BA | Sleeps 16 | Quick View
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This home could qualify for our BookCareFree promotion for 2021 arrivals This includes: • Lenient Cancellation Policies • Deferred Payments • Adjusted Deposit Amounts Ask us about how you can qualify for this special offer!We go above and beyond the industry standard for cleanings ...
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Sarasota House
We are really satisfied with the rental of our house, the location is perfect, the house clean and comfortable. Near the beach can be done by bike easily. Owner easy to join and friendly. Nothing negative ...
Studio | 1 BA | Sleeps 2 | Quick View
Distance to beach: 0.5 miles to 10 minute walk
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Somethings like privacy you won't find anywhere else. And We are open and ahead of the curve for COVID-19. No problem with distancing or the fact for many years have been using Cleaning Product Mixtures to kill germs and viruses. We now run a Ultra Violet HEPA Air Filter for 24 hours after each guest. ...
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Sarasota Cottage
This was the very best rental we ever stayed in. Everything was so clean and had everything we could possibly need. We stayed for 2 Nights and wish we could have stayed for 2 weeks. Loved the hot tub and ...
3 BR | 3.5 BA | Sleeps 9 | Quick View
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Our 3 bedroom, 3 1/2 bath beach house is located on Siesta Key and is on the gulf side of Beach Road. Our home is a standalone unit on 3 levels with 2 decks, a ground level patio, with a on e car garage. We are directly on Crescent Beach with gulf views and have a private access to the beach. It is ...
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Sarasota House
2 BR | 1 BA | Sleeps 4 | Quick View
Distance to beach: 0.5 miles to Turtle Beach
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Looking for the perfect vacation rental? Weekly? Monthly? or for the Season? This 2 bed /1 bath 3rd floor condo has just been freshly painted with a brand new kitchen and new flooring. Features a queen size bed in one room & a KING in the other room. Large granite island in the fully equip kitchen ...
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Sarasota Condo
This was quiet, beautiful and felt very comfortable! We had a group who stayed elsewhere that was more expensive and much smaller. This was a great place and homeowners made it feel like home. It is a bit ...
8 BR | 6 BA | Sleeps 24 | Quick View
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This home could qualify for our BookCareFree promotion for 2021 arrivals This includes: • Lenient Cancellation Policies • Deferred Payments • Adjusted Deposit Amounts Ask us about how you can qualify for this special offer!We go above and beyond the industry standard for cleanings ...
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Sarasota House
1 BR | 1 BA | Sleeps 2 | Quick View
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Villa 1 is newly remodeled. Ground floor. Featuring 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, large living room with 55 inch HDtv, A/C, Kitchen with stainless steel appliances ,Granite counter tops, Fridge with ice maker .Separate bedroom with a luxury pillow top king mattress and a 50 inch HDtv, Free wifi .Free parking. Newly ...
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Sarasota Condo
3 BR | 2 BA | Sleeps 6 | Quick View
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3 bedroom, 2 bath, fully-stocked private home; ultimate in indoor/outdoor living.This beautiful waterfront home is located in the heart of Sarasota just a few minutes from Siesta Key Beach and downtown! It is located on Phillippi Creek, which flows into greater Sarasota Bay. The home is located in ...
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Sarasota House
Great location , close to amazing beaches , and attractions . Spacious rooms for our granddaughter to roam around . Fantastic pool and deck area to play in and relax . Beautiful new kitchen and appliances ...
4 BR | 4 BA | Sleeps 8 | Quick View
Distance to beach: 0.1 miles to Lido
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4 Bedrooms, 4 Baths Sleeps 8 or at a discounted rate, a 3 bedroom 3 bath in the main house only. Please note that the minimum lease period is (7) nights due to City Code restrictions. We are not able to make an exception. The price listed is the main house only, which is a 3 bedroom 3 bath house without ...
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Sarasota House
2 BR | 2 BA | Sleeps 4 | Quick View
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Beautiful 1st floor condo directly on the Gulf of Mexico on a secluded section of Lido beach. Enjoy spending your day on the beach or pool just a few short steps from the condo's porch. Relax with your coffee in the morning enjoying the bright new day on the screened in porch. Minutes from outstanding ...
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Sarasota Condo
3 BR | 3 BA | Sleeps 8 | Quick View
Distance to beach: 0.1 miles to Lido
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3 Bedroom 3.5 Bath, Sleeps 6 in beds, and 2 more on a pull-out sofaListing DesPlease note that the minimum lease period is (7) nights due to City Code restrictions. We are not able to make an exception. This fabulous canal-front home located on famous Lido Key, just minutes to St. Armand's Circle ...
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Sarasota House
This house is wonderful. Location and layout of the home are even better. Twin beds, in one room however, are definitely for kids (who don’t care about comfort). Unfortunately we had adults in those ...
3 BR | 2.5 BA | Sleeps 6 | Quick View
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COVID-19: WHILE COVID-19 is a problem, this house is being cleaned and wiped down with anti-virus spray and wipes, and is kept vacant for extra time between renters.The house is a bright, newer construction( in 2011) 3 bedroom home near the Siesta Beaches. This property is nestled in a quiet community ...
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Sarasota House
Very nice pet friendly newer 3 bedroom home in Pine Shores neighborhood in Sarasota with Siesta Key just across the bridge and 10 minutes away. Nice quiet residential neighborhood with Presbyterian Church ...
4 BR | 3 BA | Sleeps 11 | Quick View
Distance to beach: 0.1 miles to Lido
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226 - 5 Bedrooms, 3.0 Baths (Sleeps 11)Newly available for the summer months too! Sophisticated and modern updated St. Armand's pool home attends to every detail to achieve a wonderfully relaxing vacation. Just a short walk to restaurants and shopping on famous St. Armand's circle, this home has ...
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Sarasota House
4 BR | 3 BA | Sleeps 10 | Quick View
Distance to beach: 4 miles to Siesta Key Beach Access 2
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This home could qualify for our BookCareFree promotion for 2021 arrivalsThis includes: • Lenient Cancellation Policies • Deferred Payments • Adjusted Deposit Amounts Ask us about how you can qualify for this special offer!We go above and beyond the industry standard for cleanings ...
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Sarasota House
4 BR | 3 BA | Sleeps 10 | Quick View
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This home could qualify for our BookCareFree promotion for 2021 arrivals This includes: • Lenient Cancellation Policies • Deferred Payments • Adjusted Deposit Amounts Ask us about how you can qualify for this special offer!We go above and beyond the industry standard for cleanings ...
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Sarasota House
2 BR | 2 BA | Sleeps 4 | Quick View
Distance to beach: 0.5 miles to Siesta Key
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NEWLY DECORATED LUXURY WATERFRONT CONDO FOR COUPLES GETAWAY - BOAT DOCK /PRIVATE SLIP FOR BOAT(When Available)/JET SKIS - Walk to beach, town, shopping, top restaurants, live music, and entertainment.Sit on the lanai and watch the boats, occasional dolphins & manatees, pelicans and other wildlife ...
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Sarasota Condo
2 BR | 1 BA | Sleeps 9 | Quick View
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Tropical Breeze Resort - The Best Amenities, Location and Vacation Experience on Siesta Key! BOOK NOW w/ FLEXIBLE CANCELLATION POLICIES for ALL ARRIVALS Thru 04.30.2021. The health and safety of our guests and our employees is our number one priority. In response to this pandemic, our team has ...
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Sarasota Apartment
2 BR | 2 BA | Sleeps 4 | Quick View
Distance to beach: 4 miles to Siesta Key Beach
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Golf and Beach Lovers Paradise located on 3rd fairway of Stoneybrook Golf and Country Club, an 18 hole championship golf course. This first floor [no steps] condo has a King in the Master bedroom with a private bath. The guest BR has a Queen bed and its own bathroom.Downtown Sarasota offers many cultural ...
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Sarasota Condo
Beautiful the grounds.pool was course is awesome.the club house was wonderful.wonderful neighbors.
Sarasota is the “Grand Dame of the Gulf Coast”
Warm temperatures year-round, award-winning beaches and a thriving arts and cultural scene have made Sarasota a go-to place for couples and families. This southwest Florida area, which is about an hour from Tampa and two hours from Orlando, continues to attract travelers with great restaurants and plenty of shopping. The beauty of Sarasota will get your attention on your first visit. If you see Sarasota first from the window of an airplane, the colors of the Gulf of Mexico and Sarasota Bay, contrasting with the brilliant white sand of Longboat, Lido, and Siesta beaches, will make you anxious to see more.
When staying in one of our Sarasota vacation rentals instead of a traditional hotel, you’ll have much more space and privacy, plus cost savings when booking a property for a large group. Some of our Sarasota beach house rentals even come with special amenities like a backyard pool, washer/dryer units, and bicycles. Whether you’re looking for a beach condo with amazing views, or a larger home for space for the entire family, you can find it on our site.
Sarasota, Florida travel advice
Sarasota is growing -- with more attractions, more people, and more infrastructure. Sarasota County has 13 public beaches and over 35 miles of powder-soft sand along the beachfront. Sarasota's Siesta Key Beach has been consistently named one of the top beaches in the United States. Sarasota County also has over 1,000 public, private and semi-private golf courses for residents and visitors to enjoy, so bring your clubs!
One of Florida’s primary Gulf Coast cities, Sarasota offers visitors an eclectic blend of culture and fine dining, circus thrills and pristine beaches.
Climate
Sarasota is warm year round. The tropical temps bring about high humidity and afternoon showers. Temps shoot up to the low 90s on the coast in the summer, and passing thunderstorms are just that: passing. Hurricanes may be spotty between July and November. But overall, 300+ sunny days and wonderful weather greets you in Sarasota.
Top activities and attractions in Sarasota
Wealthy notables called Sarasota home in the 19th and 20th centuries, which leads to the nickname the “Grand Dame” of the Gulf Coast. The chic resort town has been home to snowbirds for many, many years.
Shopping starts at St. Armands Circle. Stroll along the streets lined with coconut palms and pop into the 130 upscape shops, restaurants, and specialty stores. In the center of the shopping quadrants you’ll find Circle Park with Italian statues from John Ringling’s personal collection. Another nice walking area is Burns Court Historic District. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the area south of downtown Sarasota is made up of 15 stucco bungalows in vibrant hues like cornflower blue and fuchsia. They house everything from art galleries to residences.
The Ringling Museum of Art pays homage to the Ringlings, the family behind America’s most famous circus. Check out the old costumes, wagons, and the world’s largest miniature circus. You can also tour Ca' d'Zan Mansion, a magnificent 56-room Venetian Gothic palace and the Ringlings' old family home. You could spend days covering the 66-acre Ringling campus, but take time to walk the grounds. In particular, swing by Mable Ringling’s Rose Garden, the oldest continuously operating rose garden in the state, and the Museum of Art courtyard, with replicas of ancient Greek, Roman and Baroque statues on a pristinely manicured lawn and lining the top of the buildings.
Nature lovers visiting the area gravitate to the Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium in St. Armands Circle, where sea turtles, manatees, and sharks are on display. If you want more nature, check out the Crowley Museum and Nature Center, a 190-acre wildlife sanctuary, and the Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, a lush, 11-acre bay-front setting with more than 20,000 plants.
Art connoisseurs of every kind will discover that the art scene in Sarasota is just as vibrant as it is diverse! Experience world-class opera performances at the Sarasota Opera House, or watch the dancers of the Sarasota Ballet, glide gracefully across the stage. The Asolo Repertory Theatre is Florida’s premier professional theatre and hosts up to 15 different productions each year.
Take a walk on the wild side and see some of nature’s most gorgeous creatures at Big Cat Habitat & Gulf Coast Sanctuary. The adventurer in your family will love the Myakka River State Park for its ample opportunities for boating, fishing, kayaking, and tons of other outdoor activities.
Annual Events
There’s always something fun happening in Sarasota. The action starts in April during the popular Sarasota Film Festival. Independent filmmakers, actors, and directors converge on the town to showcase 200 hundred films over this ten-day event. Also in April is the Siesta Fiesta in nearby Siesta Key. You can also check out a spring training game for the Baltimore Orioles in April/March.
Restaurants and Bars
Hungry? Sarasota restaurants have whatever you need. Start with Dolce Italia which is an upscale Italian restaurant that serves some of the best risotto you’ll ever have. End the meal with a sweet, light tiramisu. French fusion spot Antoine’s Restaurant combines French with Belgian cuisine and offers an incredible array of adventurous dishes. If your group is craving seafood, Veronica Fish & Oyster is the spot. If you’re looking for fresh seafood but with a more casual atmosphere, try Duval’s and the shrimp Po Boy. Owen’s Fish Camp has the best fish sandwiches and pecan pie, while the Screaming Goat serves up homestyle favorites like short rib tacos and cheesy tots.
When the sun goes down, the Sarasota nights heat up. Check out the two dozen daiquiri flavors available at the Daiquiri Deck which has one of the most beautiful ocean views in the area. The Beach Club is by far the most popular bar in Sarasota, and you should stop in for one of the themed events they throw. Lastly, located in Downtown Sarasota, Pangea Alchemy Lab isn’t your typical bar or cocktail lounge. This speakeasy tucked inside a sandwich shop is pouring unique libations like boozy cereal and their famous Blue Mule.
Why you should book a Sarasota vacation rentals by owner on FloridaRentals.com
Booking a Sarasota beach rentals on FloridaRentals.com can save you up to 20% over our competitors. Plus, we have a wide array of inventory appealing to any group size or traveler tastes. Happy planning!
