Keep it simple at this smoke free centrally-located, pet friendly, turn-key including an espresso machine! This 1 bedroom queen/ 1 ba apartment is catty corner to 10 acre Gillespie park w/2 dog parks, tennis courts, pickle-ball, basketball, & walking trails. Minutes to the #1 beaches & shopping at St. Armand’s Circle. Walk or bike to all the downtown attractions such as the Marina, Bay Park, nightlife, opera & 30+ restaurants. Dog run on premises as well for fur friend guest!
Exactly what you need for a winter get-away pet friendly home away from home or if you’re just in town for business. Full kitchen, Living Room, Bedroom, Bathroom, Flat screen TV’s in the Living Room and Bedroom . For the go outside grab the sunshine all day at the beach or one of the beach cruisers and recharge in the evenings 😊🏝️
The owner of the property provides a digital code of the key pad you can access using your smartphone for your stay or if you prefer physical keys, the code for the lock box right by your door is also provided.
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Amenities
Kitchen
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Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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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
About the area
Sarasota
Located near the beach, this apartment is in Central Sarasota, 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 Lido Beach and Siesta Key Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Ed Smith Stadium or Longboat Key Public Tennis Center.
Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Marina Jack - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens - 5 min drive - 2.1 km
Ed Smith Stadium - 6 min drive - 2.0 km
Getting around
Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 13 min drive
Restaurants
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - 7 min walk
Rosemary Food + Beer - 10 min walk
Raffurty's Bar And Grill - 13 min walk
The Main Bar Sandwich Shop - 11 min walk
Taco Fusion Express - 8 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Downtown Sarasota | 1 Bd 1 Ba | Beach | + Pets pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).
How much does it cost to stay at Downtown Sarasota | 1 Bd 1 Ba | Beach | + Pets?
As of 4 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Downtown Sarasota | 1 Bd 1 Ba | Beach | + Pets on 12 March 2027 start from NZ$399, 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 Downtown Sarasota | 1 Bd 1 Ba | Beach | + Pets?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Downtown Sarasota | 1 Bd 1 Ba | Beach | + Pets?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Downtown Sarasota | 1 Bd 1 Ba | Beach | + Pets?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Downtown Sarasota | 1 Bd 1 Ba | Beach | + Pets located?
Located in Central Sarasota, this apartment building is within 1 mile (2 km) of Payne Park, Sarasota Opera House and Colonial Village Shopping Center. Sarasota County Visitor Information Center and History Museum and Art Center Sarasota are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The condo was in a perfect area to walk to shops and restaurants. Our stay was comfortable and enjoyable. Melissa was an excellent host with immediate responses for whatever we needed. We will definitely rent from her in the future.
This place is cute and just a perfect size. I’ve stayed at Melissa’s property at another unit and she really went out of her way to make this stay very welcoming and comfortable. Thank you Melissa!
This place is in a perfect location, quiet, and really was nicely decorated. All modern amenities. I’ll be back when I have to come visit family in town.
Salima K.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified
6/10 Okay
Ilene B.
2 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Sarasota
The unit we stayed had terrible parking options. It was in a strange looking neighborhood. It was walking distance from downtown which was good. There were steep stairs going up to the apartment.
Ilene B.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 May 2024
Hi Ilene! I super appreciate the feedback. This is my first 3 star review I’ve ever received on any of my properties on any of the booking platforms. I do apologize the reserved private parking space for you, in front of your unit …did not meet your needs nor the optional free off street parking or parking across the street at the park which all 3 options were sent to you in your welcome message. I’ve never heard anyone call the neighborhood “strange looking” before. It’s a very clean & safe downtown neighborhood with multimillion dollar homes including this property. It’s definitely not a stepford wife subdivision setting. The stairs are normal, average code compliant stairs every one uses to get to the second floor that look just like the photos in the listing you looked at when you booked ;). If your travels bring you back to Sarasota in the future, I’m happy to help you choose a different unit without stairs. These units are fantastic for folks who want to travel within a smaller budget as hotels in the same area offering the same accommodation as this unit …go north of $300 and then some. Again, thank you for the feedback Ilene.