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10/10 Excellent
Merry B.
1 April 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Merry B.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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@ShellmateIsland⭒Tiny House⭒ISLAND Home⭒Free Bikes⭒Kayaks⭒Fruit Trees!
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 429.7 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Sarasota, FL
- Place, Sarasota Memorial Health Care System4 min drive
- Place, Gulf Gate Golf Club7 min drive
- Place, Lido Beach28 min drive
- Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)34 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Livingroom bed
1 Double Futon
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
@ShellmateIsland⭒Tiny House⭒ISLAND Home⭒Free Bikes⭒Kayaks⭒Fruit Trees!
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
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 in Sarasota, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. 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. Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium and St. Boniface Episcopal Church Labyrinth are also worth visiting. 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
What's nearby
- Sarasota Memorial Health Care System - 4 min drive - 1.4 km
- Gulf Gate Golf Club - 7 min drive - 2.4 km
- Mall at University Town Center - 20 min drive - 21.5 km
- St. Armands Circle - 28 min drive - 18.7 km
- Lido Beach - 28 min drive - 19.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- RaceTrac - 19 min walk
- Slim Chickens - 2 min drive
- McDonald's - 3 min drive
- Taco Bell - 10 min walk
- Brew Life Brewing - 11 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
9.4/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Laura C.
12 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Secluded Oasis
Laura C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Brooke N.
15 February 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bucket List Worthy
Brooke N.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021
About the host
Hosted by Tim Davidson
Hello,
My name is Tim Davidson! After living tiny in 270 sqft for three years, we decided to share our journey of tiny living with you! We look forward to seeing you at Shellmate Island and will strive to make it an excellent experience for you!
Some recent updates have been a huge native Florida plant garden, along with a huge butterfly garden!
My name is Tim Davidson! After living tiny in 270 sqft for three years, we decided to share our journey of tiny living with you! We look forward to seeing you at Shellmate Island and will strive to make it an excellent experience for you!
Some recent updates have been a huge native Florida plant garden, along with a huge butterfly garden!
Why they chose this property
✩We're honored to be featured on HGTV, A&E, Insider, Apartment Therapy, New York Post, Business Insider, Readers Digest, AOL, Wayfair, Yaho0 News, Tiny House Giant Journey with Jenna, and Redfin! ✩
What makes this property unique
✩We're honored to be featured on HGTV, A&E, Insider, Apartment Therapy, New York Post, Business Insider, Readers Digest, AOL, Wayfair, Yaho0 News, Tiny House Giant Journey with Jenna, and Redfin! ✩
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