One of the few properties with an in-unit washing machine and dryer.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
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Walk to Siesta Key Beach
6 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 16
Popular amenities
Private pool
Onsite parking available
Pet-friendly
Kitchen
Washer/dryer
Air-conditioning
Rooms & beds
6 bedrooms (sleeps 16)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 4
1 King Bed
Bedroom 5
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 6
2 Single Beds
4 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 3
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 4
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Half Bathroom 5
Toilet
Half Bathroom 6
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area
About this property
Sandy Seahorse Cottage | Pet Friendly Home on Siesta Key w/ Private Pool, Short Walk to Beach
🌴 Sandy Seahorse Cottage | Sleeps 16 + Heated Pool + Walk to Crescent Beach
💖 Why You'll Love This Home Perfectly designed for large families or groups, Sandy Seahorse Cottage is a bright and breezy Siesta Key retreat just 2 minutes from the powder-soft sands of Crescent Beach. This fully renovated duplex includes two private cabanas, a heated pool, screened lanais, and stylish interiors that make it easy to relax, connect, and enjoy island life.
👨👩👧 Perfect For Multi-family vacations, reunions, or groups of friends looking to stay together—while enjoying the privacy of two separate cabanas and easy access to the beach and pool.
🎞️ Imagine This Your day starts with morning coffee on the screened lanai as palm fronds sway gently overhead. The kids are already grabbing beach towels, ready for the two-minute walk to Crescent Beach. After a sun-soaked afternoon on the shore, you return to your private oasis—where open living spaces invite you to cook, dine, and unwind together. Some gather around the pool, while others retreat to the cool, cozy living rooms. With space for up to 16 guests across two separate units, everyone gets their own slice of island comfort.
🛌 Where You'll Sleep Sandy Cabana • Bedroom 1: King Bed, Ensuite Bath, Single Level, TV • Bedroom 2: Queen Bed, Shared Bath, Single Level, TV • Bedroom 3: Two Twin Beds, Shared Bath, Single Level • Bonus: Queen Air Bed – Stored in Unit Seahorse Cabana • Bedroom 4: King Bed, Ensuite Bath, Single Level, TV • Bedroom 5: Queen Bed, Shared Bath, Single Level, TV • Bedroom 6: Two Twin Beds, Shared Bath, Single Level • Bonus: Queen Air Bed – Stored in Unit
📍 Explore the Area • 0.2 Miles (2-Min Walk) to Crescent Beach Access • 0.4 Miles to South Village, 1.2 Miles to Siesta Key Village – Shops, Dining & Nightlife • Walkable to Local Cafés, Island Markets & Snorkeling at Point of Rocks • 2.4 Miles to Siesta Key Public Beach Pavilion • 15 Minutes to Downtown Sarasota – Museums, Theater & Bayfront Parks
⌛ Don't wait—this home books fast. Your reservation includes peace of mind with our CottageClean™ program: a 6-hour deep clean and 35-point inspection.
🔎 Need to Know: This home is a combination of two units: Sandy Cabana (1104) and Seahorse Cabana (1106). Each cabana has its own private entrance and does not share indoor living space. Guests have access to the pool, which is heated seasonally from November 15–April 15. Contact us directly for more information about spaces or to reserve individual cabanas.
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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 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Siesta Key
Located in Siesta Key, this holiday home is in the city centre and near 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 Siesta Key Beach and Crescent 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. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and horse riding nearby.
Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 34 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 3 min drive
Panera Bread
Hooters - 4 min drive
Culver's
Captain Curt's Crab & Oyster Bar - 10 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Does Sandy Seahorse Cottage | Pet Friendly Home on Siesta Key w/ Private Pool, Short Walk to Beach have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Sandy Seahorse Cottage | Pet Friendly Home on Siesta Key w/ Private Pool, Short Walk to Beach?
As of 5 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sandy Seahorse Cottage | Pet Friendly Home on Siesta Key w/ Private Pool, Short Walk to Beach on 6 September 2026 start from NZ$3,538, 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.
Is Sandy Seahorse Cottage | Pet Friendly Home on Siesta Key w/ Private Pool, Short Walk to Beach pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Sandy Seahorse Cottage | Pet Friendly Home on Siesta Key w/ Private Pool, Short Walk to Beach?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Sandy Seahorse Cottage | Pet Friendly Home on Siesta Key w/ Private Pool, Short Walk to Beach?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Sandy Seahorse Cottage | Pet Friendly Home on Siesta Key w/ Private Pool, Short Walk to Beach?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Sandy Seahorse Cottage | Pet Friendly Home on Siesta Key w/ Private Pool, Short Walk to Beach located?
Located in the heart of Siesta Key, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Point of Rocks and Crescent Beach. Siesta Key Beach and Turtle Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
This was the perfect place! Clean, close to the beach, everything we needed included! We loved our stay and would come again.
Jayme H.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 April 2026
Hi Jayme,
Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re so happy to hear that you had a perfect stay and enjoyed the cleanliness, convenient beach access, and all the amenities provided.
It means a lot to know you felt at home and had everything you needed. We would absolutely love to welcome you back again in the future!
Regards,
The CottageCrew
Owner responded quickly and the place was fantastic. We really enjoyed our stay here.
Christopher C.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 November 2022
Hi Christopher,
Thank you so much for sharing your vacation experience with us! We are so thrilled to hear you enjoyed your stay at Sandy Seahorse Cottage and that we were able to make your stay as seamless as possible. Hopefully you were able to soak up the Florida sun and spend quality time with friends & family! We hope to host your stay again soon. (:
With love,
The Cottage Crew
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Elaine W.
17 January 2019
Fabulous home offering suitable everything for a fun overall family vacation.
Well appointed and great location. The beach is grand.
Elaine W.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 1 April 2020
Elaine,
Thank you for your review of Sandy Seahorse Cottage! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay with us. We hope you will consider us again in the future. Until next time, CottageOn!
With Love,
The CottageCrew
Exceptional clean. Quick response to any concerns. Only issue were the door locks could be tricky. Plenty of towels and the starter gifts were a nice touch. Minutes from Crescent Beach.
The property has everything you would need. Enjoyed the private pool and outdoor area. Short walk to the beach. Quiet neighborhood. Ideal for either a small group/family or large one if you rent both cottages.
Marta T.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 18 November 2020
Hi Marta,
Thank you for this lovely review of Sandy Seahorse Cottage! We love the outdoor pool area at this home. We hope to host your stay in beautiful Siesta Key again soon!
With Love,
The CottageCrew
We rented both the cottages and they were perfect for us all. They were well equipped and very clean, it was just a short stroll to the beach and the beach trollies and chairs etc were great to have. The kids loved the pool and the cottages were in the perfect location. Would definitely recommend and will come back.
Tracy E.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 1 April 2020
Tracy,
Thank you for your review of Sandy Seahorse Cottage! We are thrilled you enjoyed your stay with us, from the home and amenities to the outdoor pool and location. We can't wait to host your stay again soon! Until next time, #CottageON!
With Love,
The CottageCrew
This was our 4th year at the cottages, we could not be more pleased with the experience. The host is professional and responsive, amenities are over the top.
Elaine W.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 16 February 2022
Elaine,
We cannot be more thankful for your stays! We love that we can continue to give you a great experience. What a wonderful holiday to spend in Siesta Key!
We want to spend Christmas with you and your guests in 2022!
Until Next Time, #CottageOn!
With Love,
The CottageCrew
The property was generally very nice. We were impressed with its cleanliness. Negative factors were problems with the electric in both units, the lanai screen and doors need help, and the pool gate latch was temporarily repaired but was pretty much falling off by the week’s end. MJ was extremely responsive, although to no prevail.
Richard R.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 August 2025
Dear Richard,
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We're glad to hear that you found the property to be very nice and appreciated its cleanliness, we strive to maintain a high standard in all of our homes.
We apologize for the issues you experienced during your stay. Regarding the electrical problems, lanai screen and doors, and the condition of the pool gate latch affected your experience, we appreciate you bringing these matters to our attention.
We’re especially grateful for your kind words about MJ’s responsiveness — we’re proud of our team’s dedication to guest service. Please know that following your stay, we have scheduled a licensed electrician to thoroughly inspect and correct the electrical concerns in both units. We are also arranging for repairs and replacements to the lanai doors/screens and a full replacement of the pool gate latch to ensure lasting safety and functionality.
Your feedback is invaluable in helping us improve. Thank you again for choosing to stay with us. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back and provide the seamless, five-star experience we always aim to deliver.
Warm regards,
Guest Services
The Cottages on the Key
Everything was nice. Management was on point. We just needed a few more things to be wheelchair accessible.
Amy W.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 June 2023
Hi Amy
Thank you so much for sharing your 4 star vacation experience with us! We are so happy to hear you enjoyed your stay and got to take advantage of all the amazing amenities that are included in the home! We appreciate the positive feedback and hope to host your stay again sometime in the future.
With love,
The Cottage Crew
This property was exactly what we needed for our extended family trip. We had 6 adults and 4 children (6-14 yo). This house had plenty of space for all of us and was very clean/stocked. The beach chairs and toys were perfect for a daily visit to the beach (a 5 min walk).
The property management company went above and beyond on several occasions and were super quick to respond.
Everyone in the family agreed this place was perfect for a beach getaway!
Deanna D.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 March 2024
Hi Deanna,
Thank you for your glowing review of Sandy Seahorse Cottage! We're thrilled to hear that our property was the perfect fit for your extended family trip. It's wonderful to know that the spaciousness, cleanliness, and stocked amenities met your needs and that you enjoyed the short walk to the beach. Providing exceptional service is our priority, and we're delighted that you found our property management team to be responsive and helpful. We're so pleased that your family had a fantastic beach getaway, and we hope to welcome you back again soon for more memorable moments!
Regards,
The CottageCrew
Very clean upon arrival. Plenty for 13 adults. It is a 2 min walk to beach entrance but long walk on sand to beach. We would return. There is a nice beach access 4 min drive away.
Amy W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2023
Hi Amy
Thank you so much for sharing your 5 star vacation experience with us! We are so happy to hear you enjoyed your stay and got to take advantage of all the amazing amenities that are included in the home! We appreciate the positive feedback and hope to host your stay again sometime in the future.
With love,
The Cottage Crew
We needed a family vacation after Covid, but we wanted to be safe. Having the private pool was essential. The place had everything we needed. Cable didn’t work but we weren’t here to watch tv.
Minelix M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 9 November 2020
Hi Minelix,
We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay at Sandy Seahorse Cottage! The cable issue has since been resolved, we apologize for the inconvenience that you faced. We hope to host your stay in Siesta Key again soon!
With Love,
The CottageCrew
This was the absolute perfect ,smooth and easy property and booking experience!!! The description is absolutely perfect! The kitchen was better start in every way than I imagined. 1000% clean in every single nook and cranny! We have large vacation rental homes are self and I was amazed how Immaculately clean every single spot was!
Everything worked perfectly! The pool was kept perfectly clean. The lighting inside was nice and bright. Plenty of towels and beach towels. And the beach chairs and extras were wonderful to have. Only about seven houses between this and the beach so it took us about 1.5 min to walk to beach. And if anyone needed something at the house it was super easy to run back infinite or ride our beach bikes back-and-forth. This area was wonderful because it didn’t have any high rises. PERFECT IN EVERY WAY !!!
marcie P.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 January 2023
Hi Marcie,
Thank you so much for sharing such a kind 5 star review! We are so thrilled to hear your vacation experience at Sandy Seahorse Cottage was nothing less than perfect! The location of the home is absolutely unbeatable, only being just a short walk from the beach and all of the delicious restaurants in the South Village. Come back again soon so you can redeem your return guest discount and enjoy another getaway in paradise! (:
With love,
The Cottage Crew
We had an extended family vacation this year and ended up renting both units for the week. The units were clean inside and out. The kitchen was stocked with the appropriate pots, pans, bowls, containers, colanders, dishes, cups, mugs, utensils, etc. We cooked alot and did not feel like we were missing anything unlike other units we've rented in the past.
Both units have 3 bedrooms with and 2.5 bathrooms which when we combined both units, gave us a 6 bedroom, 4 full bath and 2 half bath rental.
Other features include the inground, gated pool area, outdoor shower and screened in porches.
The management company was very responsive! We had bikes that got flat tires and they came out nearly immediately to fix them. They also take the garbage cans to the curb on garbage days.
Again, we were very happy with the units and their location.
While the trolley is nice, it was incredibly hot during our stay. We opted to call Frog Hop or Jonnies for door to door service (free rides, tips only).
The beach is a 5 minute walk from the unit. The beach was beautiful and right by Point of Rocks but my only word of caution is that that specific beach is not "groomed" and most of us ended up with alot of bug bites (either mosquitos or noseeums). If you go for sunset you might want to have bug spray with you. The free shuttles will easily transport you to the Siesta Key Beach if you prefer that beach.
Highly recommend this unit or renting both for larger family gatherings!
Great location, great houses, great vacation. All communications before and during stay were easy. Would definitely stay here again.
Keith E.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2022
Keith,
Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us! We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay. We hope to see you again soon!
With love,
The Cottage Crew
We just loved this place. The cottage and pool was clean. It has everything you need. We especially appreciated the beach gear. We couldn't take ours on the plane, so this was perfect. The welcome gift of cupcakes were delicious.
The entrance to the beach was two blocks away. It's an easy walk. Some of the hotels near by have private beach areas. You can walk through but they don't allow you to set up your beach items.
We will definitely return.
Donna H.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 October 2021
Donna, We're glad you enjoyed your stay and the beach! Make sure you come back and visit us soon! We'll have more cupcakes waiting for you for next time!
#CottageOn With Love, -The Cottage Crew
We had an awesome time in Siesta and at these two properties. We had 16 people there most of the week and absolutely loved spending time with friends and family. The properties were as described and perfect for our special week. Will definitely rent from the cottages again
This was a duplex. It was great for us, we had 2 families. If not the sharing of the pool and porches would of been awkward. Both sides of the duplex were supplied with beach towels, beach chairs, wagons and bicycles. This was WONDERFUL!! The kitchens were not stocked the same, griddle on one side only and Keurig on one side, but we shared since we were family. Short easy walk to the beach. Great location next to Point of Rocks and the snorkeling was amazing, spend hours doing this. We walked to the Drum Circle Sunday night. Not what I was expecting but enjoyed the walk in the beach (2 1/2 miles 1 way!!) took the trolley to downtown!! We ate at Captain Curt’s and Pizza and Brew. Both great food but neither place could seat our party of 12 all together. Live music and crescent C club was a short walk from the house and had a great band the night we went. Our 1st time to Siesta Key and we all LOVED it greatly!!
The owner made cupcakes which was sweet. The air conditioning did go out for most of Friday but we had a wonderful time. Anytime we did have a concern the staff was great.
Carrie D.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 9 November 2020
Hi Carrie,
We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay at Sandy Seahorse Cottage! We apologize for the inconvenience you faced on Friday. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to further accommodate you during your next stay with us!
With Love,
The CottageCrew
We had eight adults and 6 children We did not know that it was 2 units side by side to have the 6 bedrooms but it worked out great. We loved the place and was very comfortable. The beach is a small walk and we we were very pleased with location. We also loved the pool. It was small but perfect for our family. Staff very easy to get in touch with and very friendly. My granddaughter cried when we left and said she did not want to leave her pretend house.
The only negative was that I scrapped my rental car pulling out of driveway. Small brick wall sits low and cut it to short. Be careful
Great place to stay. We hope to visit again.
Theresa K.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 1 April 2020
Theresa,
Thank you for your review of Sandy Seahorse Cottage. We are delighted you enjoyed your stay with us, from the home and location to the pool and responsiveness with our staff. I have reached out to our Guest Services Team regarding the small brick wall and found out it is a culvert. These are installed for your protection, without them the scrape on your car would have been much worse. We are looking at ways of improving visibility so this does not happen again to another guest. Thank you for your feedback. We hope you will consider us again in the future. Until next time, #CottageON!
With Love,
The CottageCrew
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Melodie P.
16 May 2019
Very clean and we'll stocked
This place was amazing!!! It had everything we wanted or needed!! I really appreciated having beach strollers, umbrellas, and chairs available. Washer and dryer right in each unit. Great place to stay!!
Melodie P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 1 April 2020
Melodie,
Thank you for your review of Sandy Seahorse Cottage. We are thrilled you enjoyed your stay with us, from the beach amenities to the washer/dryer. We can't wait to host your stay again the next time you are in beautiful Siesta Key! Until next time, #CottageON!
With Love,
The CottageCrew
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Roxy L.
29 November 2018
Great location for vacation.
The staff answered all questions. We had to make 2 special arrangements and they accomplished that perfectly. So gracious.
Roxy L.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 1 April 2020
Roxy,
Thank you for your review of Sandy Seahorse Cottage! We are thrilled you enjoyed your stay with us and The CottageCrew was able to answer all your questions & took care of your special arrangements. We hope to host your stay again very soon. Until next time, #CottageOn!
With Love,
The CottageCrew
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jan B.
26 June 2018
Family Vacation
We had a great week! Twelve of us there and a couple friends from Florida spent a couple nights. Had plenty of room....never felt crowded. Pool was nice for cooling off after lunch and great for the kids.
Jan B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 1 April 2020
Thank you for such a kind review of Sandy Seahorse Cottage Jan! We are delighted that you had the space and accommodations to accompany all of your family and friends. We love to hear that your family can enjoy their time without having to worry about the little things. If you decide to come back around Siesta Key for another fantastic vacation, keep us in mind! We would love to host your stay once again! Until then, #CottageOn
Love, The CottageCrew
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Darlene N.
11 November 2017
Perfect location and great cottages, well suited for a family vacation!
were very satisfied with our rental of the Sandy and Seahorse cottages for our family wedding. The cottages were perfectly located close to both the beautiful beach and our wedding destination.
The cottages were well maintained, clean and had pretty much everything a vacationer could want or need.
We liked the ease of check in as it was flexible in terms of our travel plans. We appreciated the extra touch of the welcome cupcakes! All in all, a great vacation experience. We would definitely rent with you again and would recommend to friends and family!
The Nowicki Family
Darlene N.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 1 April 2020
Thanks to the Nowicki Family!!! For not only leaving great feedback, but also taking such great care of our home! We so appreciate great guests like YOU! We want you to return year after year! Please come back soon, Darlene! Until then, #CottageOn!
Love,
The Cottages Crew
About the host
Hosted by The Cottages on the Key, Inc.
What makes this property unique
This delightful beach cottage with private heated pool is located steps from luxurious Point of Rocks Beach and just minutes to world famous Siesta Key Beach!
Languages:
English, French, German, Dutch
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests