5BR/4BA |Pool & Spa + Pickleball, Golf View

Welcome to Picasa by Stayawhilewithus — a Mediterranean-style 5BR/4BA golf-front retreat, on over an acre in one of Sarasota’s most desirable locations. Minutes to Siesta & Lido Key Beaches, Downtown Sarasota, St. Armands’ Circle, and SRQ. Enjoy a resort backyard with a resurfaced heated pool & spa (in Oct. 2025), a pickleball court, and a fire pit, in addition to elegant interiors with a chef’s kitchen, game room, and spacious bedrooms for families, golf groups, and wedding guests.

✦ The Space ✦

Location meets luxury at Picasa, set in one of Sarasota’s most desirable spots. Just minutes to Siesta Key and Lido Key beaches, Downtown Sarasota, St. Armands Circle, and SRQ Airport, this retreat keeps you close to the best dining, shopping, golf, wedding venues, and cultural attractions.

Located on over an acre of land, the backyard feels like your own private resort. Relax in the heated pool & spa (resurfaced in Oct 2025), play on the full-size pickleball court, or gather around the fire pit with sweeping views of Sara Bay Golf Course and the tranquil waters of Bowlees Creek. Expansive outdoor living areas, a Mediterranean-style courtyard, and a covered lanai with shuffleboard create the perfect setting for relaxation and connection.

Inside, elegant designer touches flow through the open-concept living areas, a marvelous chef’s kitchen, and a game room with arcade and foosball. With five spacious bedrooms and four bathrooms — including multiple ensuites — Picasa is designed to host families, golf groups, and wedding guests in style and comfort.

✦ Why Guests Love Picasa ✦

✅ Prime Sarasota Location – Minutes to Siesta Key, Lido Beach, Downtown Sarasota, St. Armands Circle, and SRQ Airport — close to beaches, golf, shopping, dining, and top wedding venues.

✅ Resort-Style Backyard on Over an Acre – Heated private pool & spa (resurfaced in Oct 2025), full-size pickleball court, fire pit, BBQ grill, Mediterranean-style courtyard, and a covered lanai with shuffleboard — your own private resort oasis.

✅ Golf-Front Views – Nestled along Sara Bay Golf Course with tranquil views of fairways and Bowlees Creek.

✅ Designer Interiors & Game room – Mediterranean-inspired style paired with a game room featuring arcade games and foosball.

✅ Spacious 5BR/4BA Layout – Multiple ensuites make mornings and evenings stress-free for families and groups.

✅ Family-Friendly & Pet-Friendly – 2 Pack ’n Plays, kid dinnerware, washer/dryer, plus bring your furry friends along.

✅ Beach Essentials Included – Chairs, umbrellas, a wagon, and towels make trips to the sand easy.

✅ Fully Stocked for Comfort – Toiletries, detergents, paper goods, and more are always provided.


✦ Where You’ll Sleep ✦

- Master Suite – King bed • Workspace • Ensuite bath
- Bedroom 2 – King bed
- Bedroom 3 – Queen bed
- Bedroom 4 – 2 Full beds
- Bedroom 5 – 2 Twin-over-Full bunks • Ensuite bath

✦ Kitchen ✦

Cook, bake, or entertain with:

- Espresso & Drip Coffee makers (coffee/sugar)
- Blender, lobster pot, bakeware, cookware
- Microwave, toaster, kettle, dishwasher
- Place settings & kid-friendly dinnerware

⭐ Location Highlights

- The Ringling Museum of Art – 3.8 mi
- Asolo Repertory Theatre – 3.9 mi
- Sarasota Bradenton Intl Airport (SRQ) – 4.3 mi
- Sarasota Jungle Gardens – 5.2 mi
- Sarasota Opera House – 7.3 mi
- Downtown Sarasota – 7.9 mi
- UTC Mall – 9 mi
- St. Armands Circle – 9.4 mi
- Nathan Benderson Park – 9.7 mi
- Lido Key Beach – 10.2 mi
- Mote Marine Aquarium – 10.9 mi
- Lakewood Ranch Sports Complex – 13.4 mi
- Siesta Key Beach – 14.3 mi

💍 Nearby Wedding Venues!

- Powel Crosley Estate – 3.6 mi
- The Ringling / Ca’ d’Zan – 4.2 mi
- The Ritz-Carlton Sarasota – 7.2 mi
- Marie Selby Botanical Gardens – 8 mi
- Sarasota Yacht Club – 9.2 mi
- Laurel Oak Country Club – 17.8 mi

⛳ Golf & Country Club Highlights!

- Sara Bay Golf Course – 1.6 mi (Donald Ross–designed, private)
- Palm Aire Country Club – 5.7 mi (private, 36 holes + tennis)
- University Park Country Club – 8.6 mi (private, 27 holes + pickleball)
- Bobby Jones Golf Club – 9.6 mi (public)
- Village Green Golf Club – 12.1 mi (public, executive course)
- Tatum Ridge Golf Links – 14.9 mi (public, links-style)
- The Founders Club – 15.9 mi (luxury private club)

✦ Book Your Stay ✦

From sun-soaked beaches and world-class golf to family gatherings and wedding weekends, Picasa is your private haven in Sarasota. Here, a prime location meets a resort-style backyard and Mediterranean design — all crafted for unforgettable memories.

✨ Book your stay at Picasa today and experience Sarasota’s best, from luxury at home to adventure at your doorstep.

⭐ Pet Friendly!

- Prior approval is kindly required. We allow up to 3 dogs for an additional fee of $150/pet/stay.
- Must be fully house-trained.
- Must be completely cleaned up after.
- Leashed at all times when not in a fenced area.
- Crated indoors when not home with the pet.
- If barking becomes an issue during your stay, alternative arrangements must be made.
- Not allowed on indoor furniture, bedding, or in the pool or spa.


Kindly Note!

- For your peace of mind, surveillance cameras are located around the exterior of the house (located by the front door, the side courtyard and by the pool equipment). No inside cameras, and none overlooking the pool and spa.

- Noise monitors inside and outside the house do not record voice or conversation, they only monitor decibels.

- The pickleball court size is 20 ft. x 44 ft.

- We provide free parking on the premises (our driveway can fit up to 5 cars).

- BBQ Grill and an empty extra propane tank are provided. Guest are responsible for exchanging the propane tank at the local stores for use.

- The heated pool feature is available for an extra $20/night or $400/month (offered from October till May). If you would like to purchase the pool heating feature, please note that it covers the entirety of your stay, and the pool heater may take up to 48 hours to reach the desired temp, so kindly let us know a week before you check-in.

- Pool settings are all scheduled. When booked, pool heat is set to 85 degrees, however, pool temps are impacted if the weather drops below 60 degrees. So, unfortunately, pool temperatures cannot be guaranteed.

- For your comfort, our home is treated quarterly by a professional pest control company. But given our tropical climate, you may still see the occasional bug. Please keep doors and screens closed to help prevent bugs from entering, as no compensation will be provided for any bugs that may come inside.

- Liability/Risk: The hosts/co-hosts are not responsible for any accidents, injuries or illness that occurs while ON or OFF premises while using equipment provided as part of the rental, including but not limited to pool, spas, stairs or playsets. By accepting this reservation, it is agreed that all guests are expressly assuming the risk of any harm arising from their use of the premises and equipment taken off the premises. This also applies to others whom the guest invites to use the premises or equipment.

IMPORTANT NOTE: For the security of our guests, every guest who enters the home during your stay MUST be listed on the reservation or disclosed to the host. Please, make sure to register the correct number of guests. Undisclosed guests who are not included in the official confirmation can place your stay at risk for early termination without a refund, and can incur an additional charge of $25/guest.