Exclusive Private Residence on the Gulf of Mexico, a Premier Vacation Retreat

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View from Master and Oceanfront Guest Terrace

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Exceptional

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Air conditioning

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Explore the area

Sarasota, FL

Turtle Beach1 min walk
Crescent Beach7 min drive
Siesta Key Beach9 min drive
Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)39 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bayside Upstairs Guest

1 Queen Bed

Main Level Bayside Guest

1 King Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Oceanfront Guest Bedroom

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

Main Level En Suite Guest

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Main Level Guest

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Upstairs Hall Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Best kept secret! Uniquely suited for guests who requires both luxury and privacy, this gulf front home offers picture postcard views all day from all rooms. Located directly on the beach via private, gated road, it features beach to bay water access. Enjoy the famously beautiful Siesta Key sunsets nightly right from the lanai or upper level decks. Stroll on the unmatched private beach or take your coffee in the lush tropical gardens on the bay side. Launch a water adventure from the dock--boating, fishing, kayaking with access to Inter-coastal Waterway. Kayaks and stand-up paddle boards are provided.
Wide open spacious kitchen and living area with en suite king bedroom on main level along with additional full bath, laundry on main level and on upper level--double full-size stackable units in master closet. Elevator access from the ground level to every floor. The main level lanai spans the gulf front side and can be enjoyed in all weather as it features sliding glass windows. A romantic and spacious gulf front primary suite plus another gulf front king + twin and third queen garden view bedroom are upstairs which share spacious hall bath. Main level primary with en suite bath plus full hall bath for living area access. All bedrooms feature walk out terrace or lanai for peaceful outdoor relaxation anytime. Since these photos, the upstairs and bedroom carpet has been replaced with beautiful luxury vinyl plank. The staircase has been revamped to include a lovely solid aluminum handrail and new carpet runner. The comfort and peace this home affords are beyond explanation in just a few words.

Aptly named The Patient Heron for the oft sited Great Blue Herons which walk slowly along water's edge, this unique and luxurious home has only just been made available in the last four years. Many of our guests have become repeat guests. This is a very special place. It is exclusively offered for minimum one month stays January through March, two-week minimum April through December. Book your stay in paradise now! You will not regret it! Book this and score major points with the family!

Property manager

Lorelei Fischer

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Ocean view

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 30

Check out before 9:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

All reservations are subject to owner screening and approval before they become final. This will occur within 48 hours of the booking.

As much as we would love to host everyone, we will only allow families and extended families to stay at our property. Thank you for understanding.

Please refer to the House Rules and Tips provided upon booking for additional helpful rules and information.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Siesta Key

Located in Siesta Key, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the beach. 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 Turtle Beach and Crescent Beach. Consider Venice Train Depot for a night out or Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium if you're travelling with kids. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Sarasota, FL

What's nearby

Turtle Beach - 1 min walk
Crescent Beach - 7 min drive
Point of Rocks - 7 min drive
Siesta Key Marina - 7 min drive
Siesta Key Beach - 9 min drive

Getting around

Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

Chick-Fil-A - 13 min drive
Starbucks - 13 min drive
Max's Table - 16 min drive
Local Pizza - 16 min drive
Wendy's - 12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Exclusive Private Residence on the Gulf of Mexico, a Premier Vacation Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Exclusive Private Residence on the Gulf of Mexico, a Premier Vacation Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Exclusive Private Residence on the Gulf of Mexico, a Premier Vacation Retreat?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Exclusive Private Residence on the Gulf of Mexico, a Premier Vacation Retreat located?

Nestled on the beach, this Siesta Key holiday home is just steps away from Turtle Beach and Jim Neville Marine Preserve. Crescent Beach and Point of Rocks are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Fran J.

15 January 2024

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

Great location, amazing view

The Patient Heron is spacious, easily accommodating our large family including 2 small children. The kitchen is well equipped and the location cannot be beat. There is a small strip of beach right in front of the driveway and Turtle Beach is a mere 5 min. stroll down the road. There are kayaks, paddle boards and other beach gear available for all to use. Restaurants and stores are close by. If you like fish, the Big Water Fish market is a must, where you can dine in or get the fresh daily catch for your grill. During our stay, we had a few issues that required attention. Mike, who takes care of the property, was quick to respond and address our issues. Thanks Mike for making our stay pleasant! The host, Lorelei, is very communicative and quick to respond. One thing to note is there was construction next door during our stay, which was very noisy, but not much can be done about that. All in all we had a great time. We would recommend the Patient Heron to anyone who wants a great beach vacation.

Stayed 21 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Billy K.

13 October 2023

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

Summer Vacation (The Kinnes Clan)

Outstanding Property, with an outstanding location. What a couple of weeks holiday rest with the family, and just what we all needed. Mostly spent relaxing on the beach, or the waterway with the abundance of kayaks and paddle boards available during our stay. We will be sure to return. Thank you so much. Billy

Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

richard l.

25 July 2023

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

The view is magic

We stayed two weeks at this lovely home. We loved being steps from the beach and the unobstructed sunset views were magnificent. We fished from the dock out back most nights - we saw several dolphins and manatees and my brother hooked into a small tarpon. My mother hasn’t stopped talking about how much she loved it! I hope to stay here again.

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

robert c., st paul, mn

15 April 2023

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

fantastic story in Siesta Key

great property, great location - if anything the description doesn't do it justice

Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Curt K.

28 February 2023

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

Fantastic Home in the Beach

This is our second stay at this place. We love how quiet it is here yet very close to all the Siesta Key action. The free trolley can take you anywhere on the key. Well stocked home with everything you need. We will be back next year.

Stayed 71 nights in Dec 2022

About the host

Hosted by Lorelei Fischer

We are a family from and currently living in the Atlanta, GA metro area. There are 4 generations including the original purchaser of the home, his two children and spouses, their 6 children plus spouses and four great grandchildren. We have been vacationing on the Gulf of Mexico for several generations. This is a family vacation home purchased for the enjoyment of our family yet shared with seasonal tenants.

Why they chose this property

This property is at the same time luxurious and practical, private and convenient.

What makes this property unique

Unparalleled exclusive Gulf beachfront luxury, privacy and beauty while also ultra convenient to the finest cultural, dining, shopping and water sports and activities Sarasota has to offer. You'll feel like you're living in Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous without the paparazzi!

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