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Tropical, private, downtown

Family-friendly apartment in Sarasota

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 437.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Sarasota, FL
  • Place, Marie Selby Botanical Gardens
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Sarasota Opera House
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Marina Jack
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Tropical, private, downtown

You’ll more than enjoy your accommodations and be very glad you chose to stay here. Your apartment is well appointed, comfortable and extremely clean. Original art floods the walls. The garden area is lush, quiet and relaxing with sunshine filtering through a canopy of 200 year old oak trees overhead. Comfortable outdoor sofa and accent chairs as well as a patio table and chairs set with a backdrop of Giant Birds of Paradise and thick bushy palms. The cafe lights walk with you from your car to apartment. A private gem walking distance to everything. Private off street parking and fully stocked washer and dryer. Beach chairs, huge beach towels, beach bag, boogie boards, innertubes, snorkels…. Dog shower. New mattresses and smart TVs with all of the movie channels.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
$20/pet/day ($200/monthly)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking or vaping indoors

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Sarasota

Located in Central Sarasota, a neighbourhood in Sarasota, this apartment is near theme parks and by the sea. St. Armands Circle and Mall at University Town Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lido Beach and Siesta Key Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium and Marie Selby Botanical Gardens. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Sarasota, FL

What's nearby

  • Payne Park - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Marie Selby Botanical Gardens - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Sarasota Opera House - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Marina Jack - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Sarasota Memorial Hospital - 2 min drive - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Fusion Express - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Raffurty's Bar And Grill - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Main Bar Sandwich Shop - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Office Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Tropical, private, downtown pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Tropical, private, downtown?

As of 18 December 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tropical, private, downtown on 19 December 2025 start from NZ$375.14, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Tropical, private, downtown?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Tropical, private, downtown?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tropical, private, downtown?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Tropical, private, downtown located?

This family-friendly Sarasota apartment building is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Payne Park and Sarasota Memorial Hospital. Marie Selby Botanical Gardens and Bayfront Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 70 out of 81 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 81 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 81 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 81 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 81 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Milissa D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful host in a great location!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike Catania C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely neighborhood. Quaint and comfortable. Perfect for our dog.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely little suite in a convenient location to downtown activities and the waterfront. Appreciated the fine art displayed, which gave it a homey atmosphere. Nice outdoor area.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Eliza A.

Disliked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
No working tv and the entrance to the house was dangerous for handicap people to get to the price was extremely high for little amenities that was offered no stove and the hot plate topper didn’t work had bought a bunch of things to cook and couldn’t
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie L.

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

4th of July

Place was perfect for our short stay! Great location, roomy enough for two adults and two small pups. Very cute inside, would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

FREDERICK W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, relaxing setting in a quaint neighborhood a short walk to downtown.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel S.

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

Nice Place and Location

Nice, Clean Property, Host was very accommodating.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yodannis B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The highlight of this mini vacation trip was the host Christie, she was very helpful and communicative. Telling me all kind of info for our trip. The apartment was clean, spacious and perfect for a couple. a nice patio to chat and relax after a long day. Very good restaurants around, walking distance and the beach is beautiful. We went to see the sunset and it is spectacular.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nilda S.

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

Paradise close to everything we wanted.

We wouldnt in there long, but we enjoyed coming back after a long walk and dinner at St Armand Circle to a nice quiet little nest.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vaike O.

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

Excellent overnight stay!

Our host went above and beyond. The place was clean, quiet and extremely well organized. She happily accommodated our early check-in and even had treats for our dog. Very close to shops and restaurants. We would love to come back!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret T.

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

a perfect spot for an important weekend, at a great price

The property was perfectly located for our 3-day stay, and the owner was so accomodating to our needs. The entrance to our unit was at the back of the property (easily accessible), where there is a lovely and secluded area for morning tea/coffee or an evening chat. The kitchenette had everything we needed, and the shower was delightful on warm Florida days. So grateful-
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine Elizabeth I.

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

Delightful!

Everything about this rental is charming! Real artwork, live plants and flowers - inside and out! Fresh updated bathroom. Cozy romantic back yard. Minutes from Main Street and St. Armands. Off street parking. And the host, Christie, is a pleasure to communicate with. We had a great stay!
Great artwork
Fresh flowers to greet us
Cozy back yard
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location with easy walk to downtown Sarasota. Also an easy drive to Siesta Key, Saint Armand’s Circle, and various other beaches. Small apartment in the back connected to the owner’s home. There is a fridge, microwave, and ability to cook small meals if needed. Apartment is clean. A perfectly fine place if you just need a place to sleep and relax a little in between exploring the surrounding areas and beaches. There is ability to do laundry, but just know that it is outdoor in a closet and shared with renters from the top floor apartment. This apartment is pet friendly. Not necessarily a negative, but you should know.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Host was very kind, and I loved the neighborhood!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Taylor S.

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

Elopement stay

We arrived at the property and instantly fell in love with it. The outdoor space is adorable and very private. It was the perfect get away for our elopement. We had plenty of space for the two of us and our two small dogs. They really enjoyed the fenced in back yard. We were walking distance to everything downtown and it was still nice and quiet. Christina and Lulu (sweetest pup) were so accommodating and nice. She even gave us recommendations for beaches and made sure we had everything we needed. We will definitely be back to celebrate future anniversaries! We had the best and most memorable time here! :) Would recommend!!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erik K.

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

Great for a private little weekend getaway

Nice clean place. Fenced in courtyard. Plenty of privacy. We enjoyed a nice date night and a lazy morning. Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thorir T.

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

A cozy stay in downtown Sarasota

A small, but clean and cozy apartment within walking distance to downtown restaurants and cafés, and the marina and more. We enjoyed 4 weeks there with minimal use of the car.
Stayed 28 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martin M.

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

Secluded accomodation

We only stayed for a short time, we met the owner on arrival, who was very sweet and helpful. We were the only one’s there so we had the whole place to ourselves. It’s really close to a big park, with tennis facility and walkable to the marina and a downtown area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

keith J.

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

Had a great time. We came as strangers and definitely made some friends. Bart and Meg were awesome.

Clean and cozy. Will definitely vist again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Theresa A.

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

Walk to everything

This condo is a great place to stay if you want to walk downtown to some outstanding restaurants! Great helpful and friendly host with great communication. Easy check in and out. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

sharon M., annapolis

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

Great time in Sarasota

Very comfortable apartment in the art section of Towels Court. very walkable to all major points in the old section of Sarasota. quiet and attractive neighborhood. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfect location

Walked to dinner. Doggie loved fenced in backyard.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve E.

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

Quaint stay in Sarasota.

Ideal spot for close to all the downtown activities in Sarasota. Nice historical neighborhood. If you're lucky you'll get the pet Lulu!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

mayra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
My husband and I needed a getaway and we are so happy we chose to stay here. Best sleep I have had in a long time! Our host Christie was not only friendly but so accommodating. Definitely would stay here again!!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 10/10

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann Z., Michigan

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

Charming apartment

This little apartment was perfect for our New Year’s stay. We could walk everywhere. Loved the neighborhood. Super nice owner too.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

About the host

Hosted by Christie Abbott

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I have a second rental apartment on the same property:

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