2023 BEST OF SARASOTA AWARD for Horse Boarding Stables Located in Sarasota, Florida, a Beautiful Gulf Town Nestled Between Fort Myers and Tampa Along the West Coast of Florida. Within 15 Minutes Drive of the Beautiful White Sands of the Gulf of Mexico and Voted the Number 1 Beach in the Country This Year! We are Around 90 Minutes Away From Orlando, the Theme and Adventure Park Capital of the U.S.!
Vacation Stays Only! The Place You Will Love to Stay At for an Unforgettable Visit to Sarasota! Tranquility At It s Best, With 20 Private Acres Surrounded by Majestic Oaks and Pines. If You Enjoy Outdoor Living then You re Going to Love This Property!
This Beautiful Home has Been Totally Refurbished, In a Country/Tropical Setting with a Modern Decor and All the Amenities. It is Available to Rent on a Monthly, Weekly, or Nightly Basis.
There is Over 2300 Sq. Ft. of Air Conditioned and Heated Interior Living Space, as well as, a Screened-In Lanai With a Private Pool, Lounging and Dining Areas, with Views of Our Gorgeous Pond, Property and Friendly Horses!
This Property is Luxuriously Furnished with a Master Suite, 2 Bedrooms and 2 Queen Size Sofa Beds, Which Will Sleep Up to 8.
Fully Furnished and Equipped, this Home has Everything You Have Ever Dreamed and the Property Provides an Environment in Which You Can Kick Back, Relax and Create Some of the Most Memorable Times of Your Life!
You Are Also Welcome to Bring Along Your Beloved Dog! We Only Allow 1 Dog Per/Property! We Have a Dog Fee of $10.00 Per/Night or $175.00 Per/Month.
Beautiful Large Free Form In Ground Pool, with 2500 Sq. Ft. Sun Deck. It is Conveniently Located and Has Incredible Views of Our Gorgeous Pond and Horses Grazing in the Pastures Next Door!
In Addition, We Have Our Pond View Home which Sleeps 10 Property#7407222
In Addition, We Have Our Country House Property which Sleeps 9 Property# 7075262!
In Addition, We Have Our 2 Bedroom Tree House Unit B which Sleeps 6 Property# 7104128!
In Addition We Have Our 2 Bedroom Tree House Unit A which Sleeps 4 Property# 9284684
In Addition, We Have Our Beautiful 1 Bedroom Cottage which Sleeps 4 Property #7077929 .
We Have a Large List Of Testimonials to Share With You, Just Ask! The Testimonials Are From Families Who Have Stayed With Us All the Way From 2010 - to Present Day! We Have Had Large Amish Groups, Groups From Italy, Business Clients (Who Had Their Annual Meetings Onsite), Golfers, Baseball Spring Training Fans, Triathlon and Rowing Competitors, Couples, Family Reunions etc. Stay With Us! All of Which Were a Pleasure to Have and We Welcome Them Back With Open Arms! Perhaps This May Help in Assisting You With Your Consideration.
Our Full Board Horse Facility Offers: Full-Time Caretaker Lives Onsite, 2 Separate Barns for Permanent Boarders Only, Schooling Ring with Jump Course, Round Pen, Cross Country and Open Trail Riding Areas and Paddocks for Turnouts, on a Peaceful and Secluded Property!
Please Give Us a Call and Let Us Assist You In Planning a Vacation Filled With Adventures That You ll Never Forget! We Hope to Establish a Rapport that Transcends the Traditional Customer-Business Relationship!!
We Have a 5 Night Minimum From Dec. - Apr. We Have a 4 Night Minimum From May - Oct
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PETS ARE NOT ALLOWED ON ANY FURNITURE AND ALL PET FECES NEED TO BE PICKED UP AT TIME OF RELEASE.
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About the area
Sarasota
Located in Sarasota, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a lake. Mall at University Town Center and St. Armands Circle 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. Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium and Jim Neville Marine Preserve are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding.
Mall at University Town Center - 20 min drive - 22.7 km
St. Armands Circle - 36 min drive - 32.0 km
Lido Beach - 36 min drive - 32.3 km
Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium - 39 min drive - 34.4 km
Getting around
Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 29 min drive
Restaurants
Wawa - 11 min drive
Chick-fil-A - 12 min drive
Livingston's Amusement Center - 12 min drive
Circle K - 11 min drive
7-Eleven - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does VACATION HOME WITH PRIVATE POOL ON EQUINE RANCH have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at VACATION HOME WITH PRIVATE POOL ON EQUINE RANCH?
As of 12 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at VACATION HOME WITH PRIVATE POOL ON EQUINE RANCH on 16 September 2026 start from NZ$618, 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 VACATION HOME WITH PRIVATE POOL ON EQUINE RANCH pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).
How much is parking at VACATION HOME WITH PRIVATE POOL ON EQUINE RANCH?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at VACATION HOME WITH PRIVATE POOL ON EQUINE RANCH?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at VACATION HOME WITH PRIVATE POOL ON EQUINE RANCH?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is VACATION HOME WITH PRIVATE POOL ON EQUINE RANCH located?
Located in the heart of Sarasota, this holiday home is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Serenoa Golf Club and within 9 miles (15 km) of Doctors Hospital of Sarasota and Sarasota National Cemetery. Sarasota Memorial Health Care System and Gulf Gate Golf Club are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Lorraine the host was very nice and responsive to anything we needed. The house was very quiet and remote which was exactly what we needed. House also was very clean and orderly. Location was good with golf courses and shopping. I would rent again and would recommend this rental.!
Jim O.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 March 2026
Thank you Jim for your kind compliments and we are so happy you enjoyed your stay at our horse ranch and welcome you back any time. Please spread the word about our lovely, peaceful ranch to your friends and other family members.
Sincerely, Lauraine
Hostess was great Excellent communication. The house was very nice and had lots of room. The yard was huge. We loved having all that space.
Bruce S.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 March 2026
Thank you Bruce for your kind compliments and we are so happy you enjoyed your vacation at our ranch. We welcome you back any time and please spread the word about our peaceful ranch.
Wishing you all the best of health in the future. Sincerely, Lauraine
The atmosphere was perfect for those who enjoy nature and peaceful walks. I was greeted by three deer every day. The horses Joe, Spur, Casey and McDreamy were all so sweet and friendly. The pool was relaxing and the home spacious, clean and well stocked. Laurianne was amazing and quick to respond with helpful information about the area and events.
Wanda S.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 July 2025
Thank you so much for your kind compliments and we are so glad you and your family enjoyed your vacation at our ranch and we welcome you back any time. Stay healthy, happy and safe!
Lovely home with a private pool on a quiet street in Sarasota, close to beaches and shopping. Would definitely stay here again!
Kelly W.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 June 2024
Hi Kelly,
Thank you for your kind compliments and we hope to see you and your family again in the near future. Please feel free to spread the word about our 20 acre equine ranch, with the 7 vacation rental properties on it, to your friends as well. Stay healthy, happy and safe!
Sincerely, Lauraine
Truly a Bit of Paradise…Loved sitting out by the pool, enjoyed seeing the horses in the coral next to the house. Very quiet area, but close enough to everything. Very quick response to our questions was greatly appreciated. Thanks Lauraine!
Kathleen C.
Stayed 26 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 March 2025
Thank you so much for your kind compliments and testimonial. So happy you and your sister enjoyed your vacation at our ranch. We appreciate your support in spreading the word, about our lovely ranch, the peacefulness and of course the great interaction with our beautiful horses and nature itself! We welcome you both back any time and wish you the best of health and happiness!
Sincerely, Lauraine
A beautiful, comfortable home with everything we needed. We loved the pool area and open kitchen and living room. We also enjoyed the view from the house, including the horses next door. We especially appreciated that the home was in the country, but was one block from town.
Steve & Colleen B.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 March 2025
Hi Steve & Colleen,
Thank you for your kind testimonial and we hope you will consider staying with us again in the future and that you will recommend our property to others as well!
All your efforts were greatly appreciated and it was a pleasure having you stay with us and we welcome you back any time!
We appreciate your support in spreading the word, about our lovely ranch, the peacefulness and of course the great interaction with our beautiful horses and nature itself!
Stay healthy, safe and happy.
Sincerely, Lauraine
This was a wonderful place that accommodated our family very well. The pool and patio/lanai was a big hit, and we loved the surrounding ranch/horses setting.
Brian R.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2022
Dear Brian,
Thank you for your kind testimonial and it is greatly appreciated!
We hope you will consider staying with us again in the future and that you will recommend our property to others as well! It was a pleasure having you stay with us and we welcome you all back any time!
Thank you for all your efforts, for stripping the beds, removing any food you brought from the freezer, refrigerator, cabinets and for taking all the trash from the kitchen, bedrooms and bathrooms out of the property, it was greatly appreciated.
We appreciate your support in spreading the word, about our lovely ranch, the peacefulness and of course the great interaction with our beautiful horses and nature itself!
Sincerely, Lauraine
Quiet and clean...a wonderful getaway in a fairly remote location
William J.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 July 2023
I am so glad that you enjoyed the quiet atmosphere of our equine ranch, especially since you were trying to get away from the fireworks of July 4th.
We welcome you back any time, spread the word about Bits of Paradise Ranch and cheers to the best of health and happiness!
Sincerely, Lauraine
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
1 June 2019
FANTASTIC POOLFUN
We had a wonderful time and enjoyed the pool so much! Thank you so much!!
Verified traveller
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 29 March 2020
Hi Patricia,
Thank you so much for your kind words and we are so happy you enjoyed staying in our Vacation Home with the Private Pool with your family! It certainly is a great time of year, to have fun splashing and playing in the pool or to just to cool off!
We welcome you back any time and appreciate your support in spreading the word, about our fantastic ranch, the peacefulness and of course the great interaction with our beautiful horses, Pygmy goats and nature itself!
Warm Regards, Lauraine Newmark
Very comfortable and fun house for me, my husband, children and grandchildren. We loved the rural environment, but it was still close to Sarasota conveniences. The very large and well-equipped kitchen was a big plus. Highly recommend!
Deborah D.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 January 2024
Thank you Deborah for your kind compliments and we are so thankful that you enjoyed your stay at our equine ranch with your family. We hope you will choose to stay with us again in the future and that you will spread the news about our lovely ranch and horses with your friends and other family members.
Sincerely, Lauraine
Peaceful, quiet ranch. Loved watching the eagles. Close to 75, Sarasota, and the beach.
Diane B.
Stayed 45 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 March 2024
Hi Diane,
I love to watch the hawks and eagles as well!
Thank you for staying with us once again and we hope to see you again in the future! Thank you for all your efforts upon check out! Stay healthy and happy❤️
The house was clean and very spacious. Communication with the owner was excellent. Responded quickly to all questions that arose. Pool area was very nice. Would consider this property for future vacation.
Absolutely wonderful! Lauraine is a super host and was always available for anything we needed or any questions we had! The property is so peaceful with wonderful views of her lovely horses. It was so quiet and comfortable at night and I had the best sleep ever. I feel like I have made a new friend for life and will definitely stay again when we are in the area!
Karyn E.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 June 2023
Hi Karyn,
Thank you so much for your kind words and yes we will be friends for life, you can count on it! Enjoy your day, stay safe and healthy. Hope to see you and your sister again soon.
Sincerely, Lauraine
This property is amazing. You literally feel like you are in the middle of nowhere, but within minutes of everything. The house was large and spacious. Had all the necessities we needed for cooking or doing laundry. Lauraine was amazing as well. She stopped by to say hello and introduce herself. She even answered quickly if we had any questions. The kids loved the pool, they called it the peanut. :) we definitely will be looking to stay again when we go back to Sarasota.
Ellen D.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 July 2022
Ellen,
Thank you for your kind testimonial, so appreciated and I smiled when I read about the name your children gave to our outdoor pool “PEANUT”!
We just wanted to say thank you for choosing to stay at our property "Bits Of Paradise Ranch"!
We are so happy that you will consider staying with us again in the future and we hope that you will recommend our property to others as well! It was a pleasure having you stay with us and we welcome you all back any time!
Thank you for stripping the beds, removing any food you brought from the freezer, refrigerator and for taking all the trash from the kitchen, bedrooms and bathrooms out of the property,. All your efforts were greatly appreciated.
We appreciate your support in spreading the word, about our lovely ranch, the peacefulness and of course the great interaction with our beautiful horses and nature itself!
Warmly, Lauraine
The home was spacious, had all of the amenities needed and felt like home. The pool was clean and the outside area had lots of table space and chairs to hang out with family and friends. The internet was not good at all, couldn’t access internet or download movies to watch which was a bummer seeing as there was no cable. Beds were comfortable and rooms were spacious and clean. There were tons of ants in the kitchen so we had to throw away food a couple of times. Overall it was a good experience; would have been better with strong internet, cable and pest control
Denise R.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 26 July 2021
Hi Denise,
Unfortunately, as we do let our guests know about the slow internet ahead of time before they book, it can be affected by the rain storms that we get during the rainy season of June - Oct. especially. The ranch is out in the country which also makes it more difficult.
The constant rain storms also brings the ants inside because of the flooding outside as well. We apologize for the that but there is not much we can do but provide ant killer spray, which we do. So sorry for any inconvenience you had. We hope you will consider staying at our ranch in the future and we welcome you back any time.
Kindly, Lauraine
We absolutely fell in love with everything about this property! The location...away from the hustle & bustle, but close enough to everything. The property manager, Lauraine, was AMAZING! Great communication throughout the whole process, lots of input on places to eat & things to do, checked in to make sure we were doing well, lots of info on the property, I could go on & on! We made it our nightly routine to go visit the horses & take a walk on the property, which is beautiful. The horses were personable & entertaining. The private, enclosed pool area was a huge asset. The water was a bit chilly, but that didn’t stop us from swimming & lounging in the sun! We grilled out, which was great to be able to do. There were lots of details covered...chairs & a cooler bag to take with us to the beach, extra blankets/sheets, tv’s & ceiling fans in each bedroom, LOTS of closet space/hangers. The kitchen was very well stocked & even had dog bowls & sifters to use for hunting shark teeth & shells at the beach. If you truly want a “bit of paradise”, definitely choose Bits of Paradise Ranch for your stay in the Sarasota area!
Joanna B.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 25 March 2021
Joanna, this review made tears come to my eyes!!
All the hard work that we continue to put, into having our guest's experience be a positive, relaxing, enjoyable and memorable vacation stay, is all worth it when we receive testimonials like yours!
As you touched on, our ranch is quite tranquil and filled with a natural beauty beyond words! All sorts of animals roam our property, such as, a large variety of birds (hawks, cardinals, owls, eagles, woodpeckers etc.), deer, squirrels, raccoons, armadillos, dogs, a few fish in our 2 ponds and of course our beloved horses!
Your kind comments are so appreciated and we hope that you and your family will come back to visit us in the near future!
We wish you and your family the best of health and happiness!
Sincerely, Lauraine Newmark
Verified
2/10 Terrible
Robert g.
20 April 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
If your sensitive to mold or don’t like sulfur smelling water this is not for you
First off, the area is wonderful, and the unit is nice. The owners were attentive and the check in and out were smooth.
That being said the home is on well water and while there is no smell with the cold water as there is a filtration system, the hot water was so bad we had to open the windows and leave the house for awhile after a shower.
While we could live with this and a few ant bites, the real issue we had staying here was I got real sick the day we got there. I thought it was just a cold so I didn’t think much of it.
This went on for a couple days and I was so drained I couldn’t get out of bed. Then one day I sat out by the pool and felt well enough to leave for the day. I felt fine until I returned to the home. Then it started again.
This happened again the next day as well after being on the water all day and feeling great. I got back and felt like I got hit by a truck. I sat outside for an hour or so and started to feel better so at that point we decided to get a hotel for the rest of our stay.
I felt fine for the rest of our trip, but it did cost me extra and it ruined the first 5 days of my vacation.
I have never written a review and I tried to avoid writing this one. I contacted the owner and told them my concerns as I have had a similar reaction to mold in the past. While I did not see anything in the house, it doesn’t mean there isn’t anything.
While the owner did appear empathic, she told me it was probably allergies and that the house was clean. (Why I was better outside rather than inside didn’t make a lot of sense) My purpose of writing this review was to let people who may be sensitive to these things to avoid this property as the owner did not feel the need to address this concern.
Just as a side note. I am a licensed home inspector and have some constructive knowledge of these things and really just wanted the issue resolved for future guests.
I never asked for a refund and none was offered. Just keep this in mind when booking this property
Robert g.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 April 2023
Dear Robert,
I can't tell you how disappointed we were to see your review. We wish you had given us the opportunity to address this before you checked out early. The first we learned of your situation, was when you contacted me after you had already left. We thought that we had fully addressed your concerns after you contacted us, regarding them. The properties are fully inspected on a regular basis, as we discussed. Besides the professional independent cleaning services we use, between stays, myself and our fulltime maintenance staff, regularly inspect the premises for all conditions. We have been renting our vacation rental properties for over 12 years and have never had an instance of someone having similar symptoms as yourself. As you told us, none of the other guests staying with you had any symptoms. We truly believe that you may have had some kind of allergen reaction. After contacting us, we had the property inspected and we found no evidence of any condition, that could have caused your symptoms and no mold was detected. We are truly proud of the properties and service that we provide our guests. We wish you all the best in your travels.
Sincerely, Lauraine
We just wanted to say thank you for choosing to stay at our property "Bits Of Paradise Ranch"!
We hope you will consider staying with us again in the future and that you will recommend our property to others as well! It was a pleasure having you stay with us and we welcome you back any time!
We appreciate your support in spreading the word, about our lovely ranch, the peacefulness and of course the great interaction with our beautiful horses and nature itself!
Sincerely, Lauraine
Loved the house and the tranquility of the property. Highly recommend
Kim F.
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 May 2022
Thank you for your kind testimonial, it's greatly appreciated.
Thank you for washing all the towels, emptying all the trash from inside the property and removing all the food that you purchased from the refrigerator/freezer and cabinets.
We thank you and your family for staying with us and we welcome you back any time!
Feel free to spread the word about our lovely 20 acre Equine Ranch to your friends and other family members!
Sincerely, Lauraine
The property was awesome, had so much fun in the pool. The house was very clean, had a lot of room, Beautiful house. The property owners were very nice and very helpful. I would definitely go back.
Amy S.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 19 June 2021
Amy and her family were a pleasure to have stay at our ranch and we welcome them back any time!
Thank you Amy for your kind testimonial! Also, thank you so much for washing the towels, stripping the beds, emptying all the trash cans in all the rooms and removing all the food from the cabinets, refrigerator and freezer that you purchased. It was greatly appreciated!
Sincerely, Lauraine
Loved this house! The property, the location, the pool, just everything! The host Lauraine was also amazing. Very attentive and easy to communicate with. Definitely saved this house for our future trips to Sarasota!
Claribel P.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 20 April 2023
Thank you Claribel for your kind compliments, testimonial and we hope to see you in the future. Stay healthy and safe!
Sincerely, Lauraine
We had a relaxing stay at this beautiful home. It was was spacious and clean. The photos don’t do the home justice. The kids loved the pool!
Janet E.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 30 March 2021
Hi Janet,
Thank you for your kind compliments! We are so glad that you and your family enjoyed themselves and we welcome you back any time! We hope you will visit us again in the future and appreciate your support in spreading the word about our lovely, relaxing 20 acre Equine Ranch!
Sincerely, Lauraine Newmark