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Tropical, private, downtown

Family-friendly apartment in Sarasota

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Living area
Room
Local/ original artwork
Exterior
Miscellaneous

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 437.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Sarasota, FL
  • Place, Marie Selby Botanical Gardens
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Marina Jack
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Sarasota Memorial Hospital
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • 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

The first thing you’ll see is that it opens directly into the lovely backyard. Many guests leave the door open and go back and forth while having lunch at the patio table or relaxing on the outdoor sofa and chairs reading a book. The apartment itself is flooded with original art. The furniture is very good quality and so comfortable. The air conditioning quickly cools the entire apartment nicely. It’s a nice, large walk-in shower with shampoo, conditioner, and body wash. It’s very peaceful and quiet while being walking distance to everything. Beach bag, large beach towels, beach chairs, inner tubes, and snorkel are yours to enjoy. Full size washer and dryer stocked with everything you need to do your wash. It really is just a darling apartment!

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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 Marie Selby Botanical Gardens and Coconuts Family Entertainment Center. 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

  • Marie Selby Botanical Gardens - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Marina Jack - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Sarasota Memorial Hospital - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Lido Beach - 8 min drive - 7.4 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 2 November 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tropical, private, downtown on 4 November 2025 start from NZ$394.82, 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.

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 a 15-minute walk of Payne Park and Sarasota Art Museum. 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. 68 out of 78 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 78 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 78 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 78 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 78 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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

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

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

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

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

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

Cindy S.

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

Nice location

Our host was friendly and helpful. The yard in back was thoughtfully equipped with a nice seating arrangement. The apartment was small but had everything we needed. It's near a nice park and the Legacy Trail as well as Main Street and restaurants.
Stayed 13 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle P.

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

Great 4th of July weekend

The place was very nice. We enjoyed our stay. Nice and close to everything. We had one little hiccup but it was addressed quickly. Great communication from the host. My dog doesn't get to be off leash outside much with where we live and she loved being able to be free in the yard. There is also a nice dog park near by. Wish we could have stayed longer, would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

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

Shikina B.

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

Just perfect

We loved our stay! Christie is like a mother lion regarding her guests. She'll make sure to take great care of you! Our apartment was so comfortable, clean, cute, modern, well stocked and peaceful. This location is supremely convient too. Within walking distance of the covenant Main Street and just a short drive from Lido Beach, St. Armands Circle and Siesta Key!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

John W.

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

Sarasota Get Away 2025

Christie is such a great person, easy to contact, communicate with and a joy to just visit with her ! We love staying here, it’s a perfect location to all that we enjoy. The unit is simply wonderful in all aspects ! Christie was so concerned about the TV, so she changed to a larger size; she brought extra lights to cover a few dark areas, always being concerned about one’s comfort, what a great Host ! See you again, hopefully sooner ! Happy New Year Christie !
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

4/10 Poor

Marilyn W.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Disliked: Check-in

Great location, some issues

The good things: The apartment was absolutely clean and the neighborhood is wonderful! Very walkable to downtown amenities. The bathroom in the apt is functional and very nice. Issues and inconveniences: The bedroom is crowded for two people as the bed is in the corner so you can only get in and out of bed on the one side. There isn’t a place to hang dresses or longer items of clothing. There were items left in the frig and freezer when we got there, some perishable. Cooking facilities consist of a toaster oven, microwave and 2 burner electric hot plate but it’s fine if you don’t plan to do much cooking.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

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

Mother daughter trip

The host of this property is amazing. I had to reschedule this booking last minute. It was past the cancellation date. She allowed me to move it to a later date. I texted with her several times over the next few months. She always responded. The rental was exactly as it was presented. Cute little apartment very well stocked and clean. Super close to everything we wanted to do. We went to St Armand's circle and Lido beach. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Wayne P.

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

Do not stay here

I have to say firstly this booking was on the back end of Hurricane Helene but there was no flooding in the area. We left St Petersburg Florida to make our way to this property. We were stuck at the Gandy bridge due to debris on the bridge after the Hurricane. So at 10am we message to ensure that everything was ok to which we received a message from the host to tell us that the ground floor property had water damage but the apartment above was available if we were happy to which we agreed was fine. After a long wait and journey down to the property we arrived at 4pm and made our way up to the first floor apartment. Firstly no attempt had been made to clear the garden area which we can let go after the storm. On entry to the apartment the first thing we noticed is that the sink was full of dirty pots and pans and no cleaning had been done and there was just a mattress with no bedding on the bed. The host was not there so I nessaged to say we were here to which she replied And said she was on here way. She said that she would need more time. We have her the benefit of doubt and with been on the road all day we said we would go for dinner and come back afterwards. We returned 3 hours later at 7pm to find that bed had still not been made. Again no host so I realised she was in the apartment below. I knocked on the door and she came to the door and said the bedding was in the washing machine. I said we were leaving and we would be expecting a full refund. Do not book.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

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

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

Suzanne S.

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

Cottage cuteness

My husband , myself and our dog spent a few days on the gulf side of Florida. Since this was pet friendly with an enclosed yard it already was fabulous. When we pulled up and off loaded we were immediately enveloped in coziness. The description of drop your keys and go was right on. We walked to a great Italian restaurant across the street. We didn’t have to drive too far for any of the daily trips we did.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Christie Abbott

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