South Sarasota stay.Your stay at this South Sarasota cottage places you within 3 miles (5 km) of The Landings and Sarasota Memorial Hospital. Bee Ridge Park and Gulf Gate Shopping Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium - 19 min drive - 8.5 miles
Mall at University Town Center - 25 min drive - 11.8 miles
Getting around
Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 26 min drive
Restaurants
Walt's Fish Market - 5 min walk
CinéBistro - 15 min walk
Olive Garden - 15 min walk
McDonald's - 13 min walk
Starbucks - 17 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.
Inviting Sarasota Cottage: 5 Mi to Beach Access!
Experience charm and comfort at this cozy Sarasota vacation rental! Boasting a walkable location with easy access to dining options and grocery stores, this 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom cottage makes it easy to explore the area. Soak up the Florida sunshine as you ride the provided bicycles to the beach or visit Marie Selby Botanical Gardens. After active days, relax on the private deck before heading inside to watch TV. An idyllic coastal escape awaits!
-- THE PROPERTY --
Walk to Restaurants & Trader Joe's | 2 Bicycles Provided | Washer & Dryer
Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Living Room: Futon (Suitable for Children)
MAIN FEATURES: Flat-screen TV, dining table, open floor plan KITCHEN: Drip coffee maker, stove/oven, refrigerator, dishware & flatware, microwave, cooking basics, blender, toaster oven, trash bags/paper towels GENERAL: Free WiFi, central A/C & heating, linens/towels, hair dryer FAQ: Quiet hours (after 11:00 PM), another vacation rental on-site ACCESSIBILITY: Single-story cottage, exterior stairs required to enter PARKING: Driveway (2 vehicles) ADDT’L ACCOMMODATIONS: An additional 2-bedroom property for 6 guests is available on-site with a separate nightly rate. If you would like to reserve both rentals, please inquire for more information prior to booking
-- THE LOCATION --
SAND & SUN: Bayfront Park (4 miles), Siesta Key Beach (5 miles), Lido Key Beach (7 miles), South Lido County Park (8miles), Oscar Scherer State Park (10 miles), Myakka River State Park (22 miles) AREA HIGHLIGHTS: Marie Selby Botanical Gardens (4 miles), The Ringling Beach House (5 miles), Sarasota Jungle Gardens (7 miles), Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium (8 miles), The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art (8 miles) EAT & DRINK: Oasis Cafe (0.1 miles), Demetrio's Restaurant and Pizza (0.3 miles), Walt's Fish Market Restaurant (0.5 miles), Cafe Baci (0.5 miles), Fleming's Prime Steakhouse and Wine Bar (0.9 miles), Shakespeare's Craft Beer and Gastro Pub (1 mile), Siesta Key Oyster Bar (5 miles) AIRPORT: Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport (8 miles)
-- REST EASY WITH US --
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-- POLICIES --
- No smoking - No pets allowed - No events, parties, or large gatherings - Must be at least 25 years old to book - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in - NOTE: This single-story cottage requires exterior stairs to enter - NOTE: There is another bookable vacation rental on-site; other travelers may be present during your stay - NOTE: Please observe quiet hours after 11:00 PM - NOTE: The futon is a shorted full size and is best suited for children or 1 adult
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
General
Bicycles
Unit size: 800 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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 and a first aid kit
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, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
515194
Frequently asked questions
How close is Inviting Sarasota Cottage: 5 Mi to Beach Access! to the airport?
This cottage is 8 mi (26-min drive) away from the Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Inviting Sarasota Cottage: 5 Mi to Beach Access! have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.
How close is Inviting Sarasota Cottage: 5 Mi to Beach Access! to the beach?
This cottage is 4.9 mi (8-min drive) from Siesta Key Beach and 8 mi (28-min drive) from Lido Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Inviting Sarasota Cottage: 5 Mi to Beach Access! offer free breakfast?
This cottage does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Inviting Sarasota Cottage: 5 Mi to Beach Access!?
No, there is no casino at this cottage.
What time is check-in at Inviting Sarasota Cottage: 5 Mi to Beach Access!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Inviting Sarasota Cottage: 5 Mi to Beach Access!?
Free parking is not available at this cottage.
Does Inviting Sarasota Cottage: 5 Mi to Beach Access! have a pool?
This cottage does not have a pool.
Does Inviting Sarasota Cottage: 5 Mi to Beach Access! have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this cottage.
How close is Inviting Sarasota Cottage: 5 Mi to Beach Access! to downtown Sarasota?
This cottage is 3.1 mi away from Sarasota.
Inviting Sarasota Cottage: 5 Mi to Beach Access! Reviews
Reviews
7.6
Good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Cleanliness
Reviews
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Alexis
May 27, 2025
Sarasota
Wonderful! The house was clean and private with a comfortable bed and plenty of amenities. Only 5 miles from the beach and a perfect pit stop for sleeping in between beach trips and trips to the restaurants around town. Would stay again!
Location was quiet and in a great neighborhood for walks. Easy to walk for groceries and restaurants. We spent a lot of time 5 mins drive on Siesta Key beaches. The unit is as pictured and good value for price. Weak internet would be our only negative.
The property was good for what we needed. We didn’t spend a lot of time there as we were busy doing things around the area. There was musty smell outside that we noticed when we sat on the porch.
Wendy R.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Rhonda
May 30, 2024
Very Nice!
Really lovely place that is in a great location. Very clean and had the proper amenities for a quick weekend get away. Plenty of towels and dishes and the bed was super comfy. My only slight complaint was the spotty internet connection but I know that is not always the fault of the host. Overall GREAT stay.
Overall it was a good stay. The place appeared clean, but there was a really strong dog or mold smell that made it unpleasant to be in the cottage. Luckily we were only sleeping there and spent most of the day out doing things, but venting was badly needed.
Arielle H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review
6/10 Okay
wendy K.
Apr 28, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
I sent an e mail to the e mail address provided asking if we could check in one hour early and also asking what kind of toiletries if any would be provided. I never received an answer and I did not receive any contact from the host during our stay. The welcome book which we found in a drawer stated the rental had 2 TV's, one in the living room and one in the bedroom, there was only one TV located in the bedroom and it was barely usable. The Amazon Prime connection was connected to an already created account which was in a foreign language there were no English settings. There were no other apps able to be signed in on either. There was a google "freeplay" channel which offered a few shows that seemed to repeat daily and that was it! The welcome book also stated there were ceiling fans in "all" rooms there were no ceiling or any kind of fans anywhere in the house. This is Florida everyone has ceiling fans! The welcome book told us to wash our used dishes in the dishwasher, there is no dishwasher. There is a refrigerator with 2 ice cube trays, this was okay but again this is Florida and ice makers in the fridge are everywhere. The only seating in the living room is a futon which is the most uncomfortable seat we've ever had to sit on, the metal frame comes though the thin cushion. We did not use the stove but one of the coils was hanging over the side. The bungalow is close to a main road so restaurants and shopping are nearby. Subpar compared to others we've stayed in.