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Guests Love This Home & Location 1 Mile to Downtown, Trolley to Beach, Pets OK!

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Living room/Dining room
Dining Rm, French doors leading out to screened lanai
Back patio with BBQ
Living Room
Living Room

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% based on
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 592.9 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Sarasota, FL
  • Place, Payne Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Sarasota Memorial Hospital
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Marie Selby Botanical Gardens
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Guests Love This Home & Location 1 Mile to Downtown, Trolley to Beach, Pets OK!

Ideal Location in Sarasota – Your Private Downtown Home near Beaches and attractions.
You've found it! Welcome to your private Sarasota retreat, a charming updated and super-clean home in a quiet downtown neighborhood, yet so close to everything. Our five-star reviews say it all!

The Space

This bright, stylish, and comfortable home features coastal-inspired furnishings and new beds for a restful stay. The open layout and thoughtful amenities ensure a seamless experience, whether you're here to relax or explore.

✔ Well-equipped kitchen – Everything you need to prepare meals
✔ Smart TV with You Tube TV, High-Speed WiFi
✔ Washer/Dryer for your convenience
✔ Large fenced backyard – Perfect for pets & outdoor enjoyment
✔ Screened-in lanai with BBQ grill – Relax in your private oasis
✔ Pet-friendly – Please add the number of pets to your reservation
✔ Beach essentials provided – Chairs, towels, umbrellas, coolers, boogie boards & toys.

✔ Oversized vehicle parking on site – Bring your RV or boat!

Additional – Inflatable bed & Pack 'n Play available upon request

Unbeatable Location – Walk or Bike to Everything!

Under a mile to the free trolley to the Beach
1 mile – Downtown Sarasota: Main St. restaurants, shops & theaters
1 mile – Selby Gardens & Legacy Bike Trail
1.4 miles – Sarasota Bayfront Park & Marina Jack’s (Tiki bar, restaurants, boat tours, fishing charters)
1.6 miles – Bobby Jones Golf Course
5 miles – The Ringling Museum
5 miles – Lido Key Beach
15-20 minutes – Siesta Key Beach & Village (Trolley available nearby)
2 miles – Baltimore Orioles Spring Training
7.5 miles – Benderson Park Rowing Facility & UTC Mall

Explore Nearby:

Payne Park (children’s playground, running track, Frisbee golf, tennis) and Legacy Bike Trail
Free downtown trolley to St. Armands Circle & Lido Beach
Kayak, boat, & bike rentals nearby (bike rentals deliver!)


Sarasota’s Arts, Culture & Events

Ringling Museum, Sarasota Art Museum, Opera House, Symphony and Ballet
Live theatre & music – Asolo Theatre, Florida Studio Theatre, Van Wezel, West Coast Black Theater, Fogartyville, McCurdy’s Comedy Club & more

Year-round festivals – Film, Jazz, Blues, Chalk Festival, Sandcastle Competition

Special Events & Sports

Baltimore Orioles Spring Training (Ed Smith Stadium)
Nathan Benderson Park – Rowing competitions & regattas
July 4th Fireworks & Christmas Boat Parade
Golf, Tennis & Pickleball – World-class courses & courts nearby
Flexible stays & same-day bookings available – message us!

This home has all the comforts you need—just bring your suitcase and get ready to enjoy Sarasota!

City of Sarasota Cert # VR24-00123

Keywords: Sarasota Downtown updated House, Alta Vista, Good value, Pet Friendly, Walk to Downtown, Fenced backyard, Close to Siesta Key, Lido Key, Longboat Key Beaches, St Armands Circle, Marina Jacks, Boating, Golf, Tennis, Orioles Spring training, Ringling Museum, Arts and Culture, Sarasota Film Festival, Benderson park rowing & aquatics sports center. Bay Runner Trolley, Legacy Bike Trail, Payne Park

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 19
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
Pets arent allowed in beds unless its your linens
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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
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

About the area

Sarasota

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Alta Vista, a neighbourhood in Sarasota. 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 Siesta Key Beach and Lido 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 - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Sarasota Memorial Hospital - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Marie Selby Botanical Gardens - 5 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Ed Smith Stadium - 7 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Marina Jack - 8 min drive - 3.7 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪P.F. Chang's China Bistro - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Guests Love This Home & Location 1 Mile to Downtown, Trolley to Beach, Pets OK! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Guests Love This Home & Location 1 Mile to Downtown, Trolley to Beach, Pets OK!?

As of 17 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Guests Love This Home & Location 1 Mile to Downtown, Trolley to Beach, Pets OK! on 27 April 2026 start from NZ$248, 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 Guests Love This Home & Location 1 Mile to Downtown, Trolley to Beach, Pets OK!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Guests Love This Home & Location 1 Mile to Downtown, Trolley to Beach, Pets OK!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Guests Love This Home & Location 1 Mile to Downtown, Trolley to Beach, Pets OK!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Guests Love This Home & Location 1 Mile to Downtown, Trolley to Beach, Pets OK! located?

This family-friendly Sarasota holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Payne Park and Sarasota Memorial Hospital. Marie Selby Botanical Gardens and Colonial Village Shopping Center are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 44 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 44 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Theresa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location to visit the area, busy streets and home is older but well maintained and clean
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location to the beach, but also to Bradenton and shopping at UTC. Kitchen well equipped, but many great restaurants close by..
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay. It was convenient to everything we needed. Nathan Benderson Park, beach, grocery store.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little house located close to everything. Good communication from the host. Great outdoor space.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Beatrice H.

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

Nice Family spot

Clean, nice decoration , everything there that you need for an lovely stay
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monica D.

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

Wonderful stay in Sarasota!

Really enjoyed our stay. Maureen was very accommodating and her place was very comfortable. We would definitely stay there again. Having the bikes was an added bonus.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara L.

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

Wonderful Stay

Maureen & Patrick are wonderful owners! The house was very clean and felt like home away from home! In a great area close to everything and we will definitely be going back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannah F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute little house in a quiet neighborhood. Conveniently located. Host was very responsive and had books, a pack & play and a high chair ready for our toddler. We recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin D.

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

Great location property

Photos match what you see in person! Cute little house close to downtown Sarasota that was clean and had all the essentials. The hosts were great and I'd stay again next time I'm in the area. Would recommend!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Nice place!

Clean and inviting, well located with great yard and outdoor spaces. Highly recommended for a comfortable stay in Sarasota.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tonya M.

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

Will stay here again!

Very clean, quiet neighborhood, most reasonable pricing compared to those nearby...close to the beaches. Updated nicely.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine W.

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

Clean and convenient

We enjoyed our stay! The home is very clean and cute. The backyard and patio offer a tranquil atmosphere. We would book again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori H.

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

A week in the Sunshine!

The house was lovely, we especially enjoyed the screen porch off the kitchen. Had everything we needed to make our stay enjoyable.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

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

Cozy home

The house was as advertised and worked great for a last minute family weekend at the beach. It was close to everything we wanted to visit and we loved the backyard/fire pit area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jo Ann M.

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

Perfection

Very clean, well stocked kitchen, many small details/products to make your stay enjoyable. beautiful areas on property to relax as well. We definitely would book again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victoria P.

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

Cute House

Friendly owners.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vandelyn N.

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

Great Stay in Sarasota

Great house; very clean; close to everything. House is very well stocked with anything you may need from beach stuff to laundry to games. Maureen was wonderful to deal with and very accommodating. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

timothy c.

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

Sarasota stay

Better than advertised! Place was very clean when we arrived. Very well appointed, we didn’t want for anything! Neighborhood was quiet and safe. Used the trolley system successfully! Would definitely go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia S.

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

Convenient location - cute and clean!

The house is very convenient to downtown, Siesta & Lido keys. It's in a quiet neighborhood and the lanai is perfect for morning coffee and a quick bite before heading to the beach. Has everything you need for a short and comfortable stay - kitchen amenities, comfortable beds. The rental was exactly as pictured and EXTREMELY clean. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vo T.

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

Spring break

Love the house. Close to everything. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa G.

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

Excellent location , very comfortable house

Loved our stay ! So close to downtown , in a great neighborhood . Very clean house, comfortable beds, nice kitchen and cute little screened in porch to enjoy coffee in the morning . Huge yard with camp fire area. Great communication with host. We will be back in the fall !
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa B.

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

Great neighborhood, great owner

Wonderful weekend in Sarasota celebrating granddaughter's 2nd bday. The house was super cute and in a great location. Nice backyard! Perfect place to hang out with the family but close to everything we wanted to do in Sarasota. Maureen was awesome to work with and check in was very easy!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Convenient location for our visit to Sarasota

Scrupulously clean property within walking distance to trolley to downtown. Very convenient location. We took the trolley or walked everywhere. Enjoyed the Breakfast House, Discovery city tour and Ringling Museum. Great weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

SURYAPRASAD P.

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

Beautiful place

The place is walking distance to Publix and trolley that takes you to downtown and Lido beach. Convenient, clean and Maureen is very reachable. The custom directory (binder) maintained in the house is a good guide to nearby attractions.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicky B.

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

Sarasota work trip

We really loved our stay. Cute and clean house as advertised. The bed was comfy, big tv to watch football and screened in patio to hang out at night. The dogs really enjoyed the back yard. Exceptional location close to everything. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Maureen and Patrick

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We golf and boat and are passionate about Sarasota's natural beauty and cultural attractions. We are realtors with Michael Saunders & Co. so we can answer any real estate questions you may have. We are happy to share our knowledge of restaurants and things to do in the area. We have a total of three rental properties all in the same downtown Sarasota neighborhood. We are proud of our great reviews. Message us if you have any questions

Why they chose this property

Our central downtown Sarasota location is one of the best places to stay to be close to everything you'll want to do while visiting. The residential neighborhood is quiet and safe. Walk or Bike to many popular destinations. Only 1 mile to downtown Main Street shops and restaurants. Super close for biking to the Legacy bike Trail and a short walk to the free trolley that takes you down Main St to St Armands and Lido Key beach. Walk to the Publix grocery store and Payne Park's 40 acres with playground, Tennis courts, skateboard park, and Frisbee golf. We are also close to Selby Gardens, Sarasota Bay and Marina Jacks/Bayfront Park Tiki bar and restaurants on the water and Bobby Jones Golf Course

What makes this property unique

All you have to do is read our five star reviews. Our guests appreciate coming into a clean well equipped home. Our central location is a big hit. We are close to everything. 1 mile to Main St. Down the street from the Legacy bike trail and free trolley to St Armands and Lido Key beach. The large fenced back yard is perfect for pet owners and families and the screened in back lanai/porch is comfortable for dining. The home is fully equipped and updated. It has a fully stocked kitchen. BBQ, Beach equipment, WIFI, work area and large smart TV with cable. The home has everything you will need if you like to eat at home. Again location is close to everything - We are close to Sarasota Bay. And only 7.5 miles to the Benderson Rowing Park. And just around the corner to the Dattoli Cancer Center, the Sarasota Memorial Hospital and Baltimore Oriole Spring Training. There is a city Golf course near by called Bobby Jones. Parking for large vehicles, RVs and Boats is OK. Smoking is permitted in the back yard.

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