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Free Htd Pool • Steps to the Bay • Pet-Friendly • Near Siesta Key

Family-friendly stay with in-room kitchens in Sarasota

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Dining
4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Bathtub, jetted tub, towels
A heated pool

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 132100 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

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Sarasota, FL
  • Place, University of South Florida Sarasota
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Powel Crosley Estate
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, New College of Florida
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪7 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Sarasota

Seaside stay .Your stay at this Whitfield Estates vacation home places you within 2 miles (3 km) of University of South Florida Sarasota and Powel Crosley Estate. New College of Florida and Sarasota Ballet are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Tarpon Bay Grill and Tiki Bar - 15 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • University of South Florida Sarasota - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Powel Crosley Estate - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • New College of Florida - 5 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Lido Beach - 23 min drive - 9.7 miles

Getting around

  • Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪RaceTrac - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Anna Maria Oyster Bar - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Captain Brian's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Tarpon Bay Grill & Tiki Bar - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Free Htd Pool • Steps to the Bay • Pet-Friendly • Near Siesta Key

Welcome to The Bay 218 — your ultimate Sarasota escape! Located just steps from the bay and minutes to Lido Key, Longboat Key, Siesta Key, and Anna Maria Island, this stylish one-level home blends modern comfort with laid-back coastal living.
🍴 Chef’s Dream Kitchen
Cook, gather, and entertain in the fully equipped gourmet kitchen featuring a double oven, wine fridge, pot filler, granite countertops, and a spacious center island — perfect for family meals or hosting friends.
🛋 Room to Gather & Relax
Enjoy two spacious living areas, complete with fun hanging pod chairs — ideal for movie nights, board games, or simply unwinding after a beach day.
🛏 Sleep in Total Comfort
Retreat to the luxurious primary suite with a spa-inspired bathroom and soaking tub. Adult bedrooms offer premium 14” mattresses, while the playful bunk room is sure to be a favorite for kids.
🌴 Backyard Bliss
Step into your private outdoor oasis featuring a heated pool with tanning ledge, basketball hoop, color-changing pool lights, and plenty of pool toys. Kids will love the swing and climbing area, while adults enjoy the tropical setting — be sure to grab fresh limes from the yard for evening cocktails!
🏖 Thoughtful Extras Included
Beach towels, chairs, toys, and a beach cart are provided, along with smart TVs and carefully curated amenities to make your stay seamless and stress-free.
🐾 Dog-Friendly
One approved dog is welcome (pet fee applies).
Whether you’re planning a relaxing coastal getaway or a fun-filled family vacation, The Bay 218 delivers comfort, style, and unforgettable Sarasota memories. Book your stay and experience bay life at its best! 🌊✨

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: outside only smoking

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Heated pool
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 2,100 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: *Must be approved and $200 non-refundable fee paid

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Outside only smoking

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Free Htd Pool • Steps to the Bay • Pet-Friendly • Near Siesta Key to the airport?

This vacation home is 2.6 mi (5-min drive) away from the Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Free Htd Pool • Steps to the Bay • Pet-Friendly • Near Siesta Key have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Free Htd Pool • Steps to the Bay • Pet-Friendly • Near Siesta Key to the beach?

This vacation home is 8.3 mi (23-min drive) from Lido Beach and 11.4 mi (20-min drive) from Siesta Key Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Free Htd Pool • Steps to the Bay • Pet-Friendly • Near Siesta Key offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Free Htd Pool • Steps to the Bay • Pet-Friendly • Near Siesta Key?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Free Htd Pool • Steps to the Bay • Pet-Friendly • Near Siesta Key?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Free Htd Pool • Steps to the Bay • Pet-Friendly • Near Siesta Key?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Free Htd Pool • Steps to the Bay • Pet-Friendly • Near Siesta Key have a pool?

Yes, there's a private pool.

Does Free Htd Pool • Steps to the Bay • Pet-Friendly • Near Siesta Key have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Free Htd Pool • Steps to the Bay • Pet-Friendly • Near Siesta Key to downtown Sarasota?

This vacation home is 5.3 mi away from Sarasota.

Free Htd Pool • Steps to the Bay • Pet-Friendly • Near Siesta Key Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 24 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family had a great time. Beautiful home and very well maintained. Definetly a spot we will come back to again. Thank you Christy
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful property

Beautiful property
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy E.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved it

Great location and the place was fantastic!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic house for families!

Out family of four stayed here with another family for a vacation week. It fit all eight of us, kids ranging from 2-12, super comfortably, with a fun playroom for the kids and a great pool. The kitchen is awesome and the house is clean and beautiful. Such a great stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashutosh S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Safe, clean and quiet house...Loved every bit of it.

Awesome experience!!!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome Property!!!

Everything was perfect! Thanks!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Valerie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house

We really enjoyed our stay at this house. The house is a great size for our group of 8. The kids loved the pool. There is some airport noise but it did not bother us at all. All the beaches, restaurants, etc were a short driving distance.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brody H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Very nice place to stay and the neighborhood was also very interesting. House had plenty of extras to make it very useful. Extremely short drive to the SRQ airport which was nice! Airport noise was not really noticeable. Water nearby is not a beach (maybe good for fishing) but beaches are across the bridge.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brittany M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect!

This house was the perfect distance from all the local beaches without being right in it. The pool at the house was awesome. The house itself was so amazing. I have never stayed somewhere where they literally thought of everything to make it feel like you were at your own home. The owners also did an amazing job at providing fantastic restaurant and activity recommendations.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved!!loved!!

My family and I stayed here for 5 day’s and absolutely loved it!Very nice and quiet neighborhood.It felt like home to us.The plains from airport are noticeable when outside but barely hear them inside.They are done flying by 10 pm.My family and I would stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect House for a Family Birthday

Can’t say enough good things about this house. Mother-in-law lives about 5 minutes up the road but needed more space for a small family get together for her 75th birthday. The house is equipped with everything you need. We lived in the pool from morning til night. The proximity to the airport didn’t bother us at all. It was actually fun watching the planes take off. The owner, Christy, was very nice to deal with. We would definitely return to this beautiful home again. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

dawn g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everything was perfect!

Each room was very nicely decorated with a very homey, comfortable, clean feel to it. The entire house was “spic n span” - super clean!!! Tip: When using the dryer you have to put the heat all the way up or it won’t dry clothes/towels. The AC was kicken if u like it cold inside, or we kicked it down a few notches as well to warm it up when it cooled off during the rain. It was a PERFECT stay!!! Oh, one more thing - the house is close to an airport - there were very low flying planes taking off and landing - which was quite loud for like 30 seconds each, which came and went quickly, so it wasn’t bad at all. There weren’t a ton of planes, if I had to guess, over 3 days, there was like 6-8 planes. So it was nothing to be concerned about. It’s a lovely place!!! We made memories that will last a lifetime! Much love and peace to you all! <3
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alice K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home. Plenty of supplies newer appliances

10 am checkout a little tight 10:30 or 11 would help a lot
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenna C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spring break

My family of 5, plus one of my daughters friends, and our friends who are a family of 4 stayed here together for spring break. There was plenty of room for everyone. 2 adult children shared the bedroom with the barn door, 4 children ages ranging from 3-11 shared the bunk room, and the adult couples took the master and second bedroom. The house was clean and stocked with everything we needed for the week. Great pool and backyard area with treehouse and swing set that the kids loved. We appreciated the new lanai over the pool as it kept the pool area cleaner. We never encountered any bugs/insects as a previous reviewer said. Nice neighborhood. The neighborhood itself is directly across from Sarasota international airport and obviously air traffic is loud, but not deafening. Most air traffic is during the morning and evening but nothing at night while sleeping. This would not stop us from renting here again. Sarasota itself is busy and congested, so getting downtown or to Siesta key beach would take 30+ mins at times, when in reality it’s not that many miles away. We had fun being in the pool from sun up to sun down, hitting the beaches, dining downtown, playing mini golf, and catching a polo game at Sarasota Polo. Christy is accommodating and easy to communicate with. If I had to make a suggestion- it would be to add a small tv in the bedroom with the barn door and some hooks in the laundry area and pool area to hang wet clothes. This was our first time renting a VRBO and I’m glad we chose Christy’s property- would rent again if in Sarasota in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brigitte M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful House close to everything

This was our first time in Sarasota for Spring Break and we loved it. The house was beautiful, very clean and well maintained. It was in a quiet neighborhood close to the Sarasota airport. Close car rides to AMI, Siesta Key Lido Key..... The host was very responsive and helpful with our advanced scheduling. She gave us a lot of information about the location, restaurants, sights and where to go. I can highly recommend the house. We were two families with total 3 teenagers and 2 kids. The outdoor pool was an added plus.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Leslie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Whitfield Estates

This is a lovely house but the neighborhood is far from the beaches. It was my first time in Sarasota, so I didn't realize how far the house was to the beach. My biggest complaint was the noise from the Sarasota airport, literally across Rt. 41. It was constant. Christy was easy to deal with. House was well stocked, although only had 2 beach chairs. I had to buy one when friends came down. The weather was cool so didn't use the pool/lanai much but it was lovely.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

megan p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Christmas

We spent Christmas here this year and it was wonderful. House was exactly as the listing. Stocked with everything you need. It was like being at home. Christy was wonderful with suggestions and communication. We will definitely return!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Miles P.

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mosquitos, Ants, and Airplanes

I am normally not the person to take the time to write a negative review and have no desire to tarnish the owners’ reputation or rating. My wife and I had very high hopes for our stay at this property, but, unfortunately, because of the following, we were not able to stay and were forced to find other accommodations. Upon arrival at the house, after exiting the car in the driveway, myself, my wife, and our 2-year-old daughter started being bitten by the infestation of mosquitoes that surrounded the property. They were everywhere - in the front of the house, in the backyard, inside the house after I had the front door open for a minute or two, and even inside my car after we departed the property. To be clear, this was not just a few mosquitos, but a considerable number of them that made it both uncomfortable and unsafe. Furthermore, hundreds of ants were crawling around the paved deck by the pool. It would be pretty uncomfortable to spend any time there. Of note, the house is immediately adjacent to an international airport. In the few minutes we were there, numerous aircraft flew directly over the house. It was very, VERY loud. We live in a large city and are not particularly sensitive to noise, so trust me it is extremely loud. We were also unaware of the large black lanai that had been built over the pool. All of the photos in the listing of the yard show a gorgeous open yard with a pool open to the sky - and this is not in any way accurate. Part of the reason we booked this specific property was because there was supposedly no covering on the pool area, as shown in the photos that we saw when we booked. There seems to be a video showing the lanai attached to the listing now (I do not know when it was added) but the video is NOT visible if you are viewing the listing on the VRBO app, and the inaccurate photos (of which there are many) still exist on all platforms. The significant insect issue was enough alone to warrant us leaving but that was not the only problem. The owner was initially very responsive and I do appreciate that. However, she basically called me a liar stating that she has never heard of any problem regarding ants or mosquitoes. As I said, I’m not one to write these types of reviews, but feel it is important to share our negative experience at this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marcin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great experience!

Strongly recommend! Great location and very close to the airport. Location on the spot. Heated pool was awesome! Anything you are looking for is there.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colleen N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Feels more like a home than a rental property

Very happy with our stay. The house is equipped and decorated like a real home not a rental house. We love to cook and found the kitchen to have everything that we needed. Lots of spaces to hangout and relax. The pool was clean and WARM for a November visit. It is a great location -quick drive to downtown Sarasota, Lido beach and St Armands circle. The home is in a nice neighborhood with plenty of areas to walk or run. It is near the airport so there is some air traffic but we didn't find it to be a problem. Would stay here again!!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emad M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home

We really enjoyed our stay. The property was pristine and beautiful. There is nothing we could think of that wasn’t available including beach toys/umbrella/chairs as well as a full kitchen and even extra mattresses. Everything was of great quality and taste. The outdoor space was beautiful. The only problem was the mosquitoes! Siesta Key beach was 25 min drive but most stores were within a 10 min drive from the house. Christy was very responsive and helpful. Look forward to staying there again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful house! Great stay!

We had plenty of room for everyone, short drive to downtown, and beaches. Christy was quick to respond if we needed her. This house is very close to airport so you do hear the planes fly over but it wasn’t an issue during the night. The neighborhood is beautiful. We definitely recommend this house!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cooper N.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mariia F.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

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