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@ShellmateIsland⭒Tiny House⭒ISLAND Home⭒Free Bikes⭒Kayaks⭒Fruit Trees!

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Living area
Waterfront tiny home sits on a private 1.5 acre island peninsula!
[Living area] Doorway to the left leads into the main bedroom.
Fully stocked & equipped kitchen with large farm sink and convection cooktop.
Sofa converts into a bed for additional sleeping space.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 429.7 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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  • Place, Siesta Key Beach
  • Place, Sarasota Memorial Hospital
  • Place, Lido Beach
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)

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!

Octagonal 320ft² tiny home sitting on a private 1.5-acre island!⭑

✯ Lake access
✯ Walk to dining, nightlife, and shopping
✯ Fully equipped + stocked kitchen
✯ Free bikes + kayaks +beach gear
✯ Backyard fire pit + BBQ
✯ Screened-in outdoor lounge w/ hammocks
✯ Smart TV w/ Netflix
✯ Memory foam bed
✯ 426Mbps wifi

Ask which fruit trees are in season for a homegrown treat!

3 min → Siesta Key Beach
7 min → Downtown SRQ
12 min → Myakka River State Park (river kayaking + wildlife viewing)
The space

✩✩Ask which of our fruit trees are in season for a homegrown organic treat!
We have mango, avocado, lychee, figs, mulberry & banana trees!✩✩

Other amenities:
➪ Sofa bed
➪ Coffee maker (K-cup)
➪ Onsite washer + dryer
➪ AC + Heat
➪ Onsite parking
➪ Private entrance
➪ Self-check-in / out

***MESSAGE US FOR CURRENT PROMO PRICING***

Please note: Sofa bed is a floor-style sofa bed. A bit tight for two large adults.

Guest access
Parking space is included in this rental. Please, make yourself at home.

Other things to note
Please remember that you're staying in a house, not a hotel. Please treat the space with respect. If any problems arise, we will do our best to take action ASAP, but there is no one living on-site 24/7.

This is a shared property and there is a total of two tiny houses on the island.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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
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. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Ed Smith Stadium, or consider a night out at Venice Train Depot. 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

  • Siesta Key Beach - 8 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Crescent Beach - 9 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Turtle Beach - 12 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Sarasota Memorial Hospital - 12 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Lido Beach - 23 min drive - 18.4 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪RaceTrac - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Slim Chickens - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is @ShellmateIsland⭒Tiny House⭒ISLAND Home⭒Free Bikes⭒Kayaks⭒Fruit Trees! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at @ShellmateIsland⭒Tiny House⭒ISLAND Home⭒Free Bikes⭒Kayaks⭒Fruit Trees!?

As of 10 November 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at @ShellmateIsland⭒Tiny House⭒ISLAND Home⭒Free Bikes⭒Kayaks⭒Fruit Trees! on 12 November 2025 start from NZ$381.46, 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.

What time is check-in at @ShellmateIsland⭒Tiny House⭒ISLAND Home⭒Free Bikes⭒Kayaks⭒Fruit Trees!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at @ShellmateIsland⭒Tiny House⭒ISLAND Home⭒Free Bikes⭒Kayaks⭒Fruit Trees!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is @ShellmateIsland⭒Tiny House⭒ISLAND Home⭒Free Bikes⭒Kayaks⭒Fruit Trees! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Sarasota Memorial Health Care System and within 3 miles (5 km) of Gulf Gate Golf Club and Gulf Gate Mall. Bee Ridge Park and Sarasota Square are also within 3 miles (5 km).

About the host

Hosted by Tim Davidson

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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!

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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