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Tropical Backyard Oasis! Prime Location Near Main St & Trolley to Lido Beach!

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Front of home with Carport
Tropical backyard with Tiki
Tropical back yard with many seating areas
Screened in covered back Lanai
Living room with 2 Ekorne stress-less leather reclining chairs

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 592.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Gym
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Sarasota, FL
  • Sarasota Memorial Hospital
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Marie Selby Botanical Gardens
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Lido Beach
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪19 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 · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Tropical Backyard Oasis! Prime Location Near Main St & Trolley to Lido Beach!


Charming Sarasota Retreat – Your Private Oasis in the City

Welcome to your beautifully updated Florida-style home, nestled in a quiet downtown neighborhood. This bright, open, and comfortably furnished retreat features tropical landscaping with garden and path lighting, making it one of the most serene backyards in downtown Sarasota.

Our five-star reviews speak for themselves—guests love this home, and we know you will too!

Amenities & Features:

High-Speed WiFi & 40” HD Smart TV (Roku & DVD player)
Fully equipped kitchen with granite countertops
Leather couches & Ekornes stress-less reclining chairs for ultimate comfort
Washer & dryer for your convenience
Beach gear provided: Chairs, towels, umbrellas, coolers, boogie boards & toys
Private screened-in lanai with garden views & outdoor lighting
BBQ grill for outdoor dining
Additional – Inflatable bed & Pack 'n Play available upon request

Perfect Downtown Location – Close to Everything!

1 mile to Main St. restaurants, shops & theaters
1.5 miles to Bobby Jones Golf Course
Walk/Bike to Legacy Bike Trail, Payne Park, Publix, Selby Gardens & Sarasota Bayfront
Catch the free trolley to St. Armands & Lido Key Beach (5 miles away)
Short drive to Siesta Key Beach (or take the trolley from nearby)
Kayak, boat & bike rentals nearby
7.5 miles to Benderson Park Rowing Facility & UTC Mall
Close to Sarasota Memorial Hospital

Outdoor Adventures & Local Attractions

Beaches! Siesta Key, Lido Key, Longboat Key, Anna Maria Island & more
Golf & Tennis – Play on world-class courses & courts
Boating & Fishing – Sunset cruises, kayak mangrove tours & fishing charters
Parks & Nature – Myakka State Park, Celery Fields & Bayfront Park
Farmers Markets & Festivals year-round

Arts, Culture & Events in Sarasota

Ringling Museum, Sarasota Art Museum & Historic Opera House
Live shows at Van Wezel, Asolo Theatre, Florida Studio Theatre & more

Annual Events: Sarasota Film Festival, Chalk Festival, Sandcastle Sculpting, Jazz & Blues Festivals, Boat Parades, and Spring Training for the Baltimore Orioles

Flexible stays & same-day bookings available – message us for details!

Just bring your suitcase and enjoy the best of Sarasota from the comfort of this cozy, well-appointed home. We can’t wait to host you!

Keywords: Sarasota Downtown updated House, Free Bay Runner Trolley, Good value, Walk to Downtown, Tropical Back yard, Palm Trees, 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, Legacy Bike Trail, Payne Park

Property manager

Maureen and Patrick
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
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Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Gym

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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

No pets allowed
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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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

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 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

  • Sarasota Memorial Hospital - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Marie Selby Botanical Gardens - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Marina Jack - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • St. Armands Circle - 9 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Lido Beach - 14 min drive - 9.6 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Raffurtys Bar & Grill - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Tropical Backyard Oasis! Prime Location Near Main St & Trolley to Lido Beach! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Tropical Backyard Oasis! Prime Location Near Main St & Trolley to Lido Beach!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tropical Backyard Oasis! Prime Location Near Main St & Trolley to Lido Beach!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Tropical Backyard Oasis! Prime Location Near Main St & Trolley to Lido Beach! located?

This family-friendly Sarasota holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Payne Park, Marie Selby Botanical Gardens and Sarasota Memorial Hospital. Bayfront Park and Sarasota Opera House are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 114 out of 118 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 118 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 118 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 118 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 118 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Catherine M.

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

the best of Sarasota and a secret garden!

This was the perfect place for me, my husband and our tween to spend our first ever tropical Christmas! We were in town to visit family and having a cozy bungalow (instead of a hotel) with a mini slice of garden paradise out back made the trip 10x more fun and relaxing. A quiet, safe residential location but still very close to Sarasota's best attractions and beautiful spots. The Waterfront parks and bike path are only a few blocks away. The house is clean, with all the comforts of home and just the right amount of eclectic design touches. The owners clearly care about making their guests' Sarasota visit easy and fun -- be sure to check out the MANY binders of info on local sites and activities. We look forward to making this sweet place our Sarsasota home base for a future visit!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary K.

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

Lovely spot and great for kids

The house was perfect for our stay and had the extra bonus of lots of kids toys. Many thanks to the owners who set up the pack n play to make out late night check in go smoothly. The garden is lovely.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

John U.

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

Garden Bungalow

Very comfy home with back yard sitting garden and grill.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tristan C.

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

Great host, great place for toddler and family

We rented this property to visit my 94 year-old grandfather, but after hurricane Milton, I was unable to reach him. Maureen went above and beyond before we even arrived by going to check in on him and his wife letting me talk to him on her phone. Fortunately they were ok and had a place to stay while their home power was out. The property we stayed at was very comfortable, clean, and had a lot to offer for us and our 2-year old. Maureen even brought over books for him, and her husband Patrick came over late in the evening to help when we had an issue with the washing machine (nothing was wrong, it just had a special eco mode feature we didn't know about). Overall we really enjoyed the location, walking the neighborhood, and picking up sticks in the yard (a boon for my toddler). Lots of good places to visit very close by too. We are looking forward to visiting again next year!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ken S.

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

Hurricane Heaven

If we ever get trapped again I want to be here!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tami G.

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

Girls weekend

The property was amazing ! Clean and comfortable, the yard was a tropical paradise you can enjoy from every window .Maureen was so helpful suggesting wonderful local restaurants .The location was perfect , close to all the great things Sarasota had to offer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly M.

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

Sarasota Visit

We enjoyed our 4 nights in Sarasota. Home was perfect as we enjoyed visiting our son and his fiancé. They live downtown. Maureen and Patrick were very flexible as they allowed us to change our dates due to weather. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric W.

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

Clean, Well Kept, Worry Free

Clean, Well Kept, Worry Free
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

SUSAN S.

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

Great location & very clean

We loved our stay at this cute home that is centrally located to many places. The house was very clean, quiet neighborhood, and I loved all the instructional labels, made things easier.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jose M.

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

Family vacation

I believe that the location is convenient and the amenities offered are satisfactory.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine Z.

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

perfect way to discover Sarasota

Lovely welcoming home walking distance to town, near park and restaurants. Trolley to beach a few blocks away. Backyard magical. Small amenities mean a lot and owners available in short order to answer any questions. House exceptionally clean. Bedrooms a good size with nice linens and comfortable mattresses. Totally recommend this house for anyone wanting to discover the beautiful city of Sarasota, Fl.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tami W.

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

Amazing backyard!

Very well-appointed cottage. The owners thought of everything. The place is very clean and up to date. The location is close to the bike trail and a short drive from Lido Beach. The star of the show is the backyard. It is definitely a tropical paradise. We spent our whole evenings out there. I definitely hope to return for a longer stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keith S.

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

Schreffler family

Great property and great location. Extremely comfortable and the backyard landscaping is truly a tropical paradise.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia D.

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

Sarasota Getaway

This lovely home is great for getaways. Located close to everything. Maureen and Patrick are wonderful hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bryan C.

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

Great stay in Siesta Key

My family and I were so impressed with the accommodations. The home was very clean and well organized even the kitchen had labels so we could find everything and we cooked a lot. Everything was so clean and the kids were happy that they had so much beach equipment like boogie boards to take to the beach. We didn't have to rent anything when we went to the beach. The owners responded quickly through the VRBO App to respond to our unexpected requests and inquiries. Overall my family and I had a great time here and look forward to another stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon C.

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

Perfect location, home and hosts

We loved our stay in Sarasota and couldn't have been happier with the location so close to Downtown and this super cute home. There was everything we could need in our 'home from home' to make our stay comfortable and easy. The hosts were wonderful to work with, and went out of their way to help us with our checking in and out schedules. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leigh M.

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

Amazing

Maureen is wonderful and the property is extremely clean and close to everything! She also has games and toys for all ages!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia D.

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

Lovely Home

The house was very nice and clean. Nice furnishings and convenient to many destinations. Owners were accessible and responsive. Will definitely stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy R.

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

Adorable house

Clean and convenient
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tamara S.

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

Perfect tranquility amongst lush tropical garden

We absolutely loved staying at the property. It was truly a fantastic getaway. It was very tranquil, and the gardens were very lush and beautiful. You can take different paths around the garden to various different seating areas. Absolutely stunning!!! The owners were very nice and easy to deal with.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

oleg r.

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

5 days in Paradise

Don’t have enough words to describe how beautiful and neat this house is. Located centrally, close to all the main attractions in Sarasota, within only 10 min drive to the best beach in US by all means-Siesta Kea beach, where we would go every morning to swim, or at night for a beautiful sunset. You can basically walk to downtown where you find plenty of good restaurants and bars with live music, or a 10 min drive to Siesta Key if you like to party all night. House has everything and more for a short or longer stay.There is Publix supermarket just 10min walk from the house. Beautiful park, and a trail for biking, running, or walk- just around the corner. Check in was made very easy by the host that lives in the neighboring house. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne T.

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

Awesome Experience

Beautiful home and gardens perfectly located to area beaches and restaurants. The outdoor space takes advantage of the perfect Florida weather. We loved our time here. Host was awesome answering our questions and was very knowledgeable of the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey W.

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

Great Stay

This was the perfect rental for our small family. They have a great set up with the best equipped kitchen I've ever seen for a vacation rental. They had beach toys, chairs, umbrellas, sun hats, games, all that we needed to enjoy our stay and keep our two young kids entertained.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel W.

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

Everything and more that you need!!

The house has everything you need and more. The hosts thought of everything. It is very comfortable, and the back yard is very relaxing.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

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. Tropical landscaped garden is a big feature. Multiple seating areas with TIKI and Umbrellas including a screened in back lanai/porch. The home is fully equipped and updated. Fully stocked kitchen. Beach equipment, WIFI, Cable TV, Ekornes stress-less leather reclining chairs and Wood floors. Lots of information provided about Sarasota attractions and restaurants. All you need is your suit case. The home has everything you will need. If you like to eat in the kitchen has everything including an outdoor propane BBQ. We are 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. Smoking is permitted in the back or front yard.

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