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Historic Craftsman Charm - Fido Friendly, Fenced Yard, Fire Pit, Near Sarasota Beaches and Downtown!

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A covered porch with white chairs and a potted plant.
A living room with a fireplace, white sofas, a TV, and a ceiling fan.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a built-in oven, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a ceiling fan.
A covered patio area with a table and chairs, a grill, and a yellow house in the background.
A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a nightstand, a lamp, and a ceiling fan.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy a spacious layout that gives everyone more room to relax.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • At the centre of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Ringling College of Art and Design

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Internet access
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Sarasota, FL
  • Place, Ringling College of Art and Design
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Sarasota Opera House
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area

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About the area

Sarasota

Located in Sarasota, this holiday home is in the city centre. 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 Nathan Benderson Park. Mote Science Education Aquarium and Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and ecotours.
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Sarasota, FL

What's nearby

  • Marietta Museum of Art and Whimsy - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Ringling College of Art and Design - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Sarasota Opera House - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Marina Jack - 3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Sunoco - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Ocean Prime Sarasota - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Mymamma - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Craftsman Charm - Fido Friendly, Fenced Yard, Fire Pit, Near Sarasota Beaches and Downtown! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Historic Craftsman Charm - Fido Friendly, Fenced Yard, Fire Pit, Near Sarasota Beaches and Downtown!?

As of 2 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic Craftsman Charm - Fido Friendly, Fenced Yard, Fire Pit, Near Sarasota Beaches and Downtown! on 3 November 2026 start from NZ$2,371, 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.

How much is parking at Historic Craftsman Charm - Fido Friendly, Fenced Yard, Fire Pit, Near Sarasota Beaches and Downtown!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic Craftsman Charm - Fido Friendly, Fenced Yard, Fire Pit, Near Sarasota Beaches and Downtown!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Craftsman Charm - Fido Friendly, Fenced Yard, Fire Pit, Near Sarasota Beaches and Downtown!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historic Craftsman Charm - Fido Friendly, Fenced Yard, Fire Pit, Near Sarasota Beaches and Downtown! located?

Located in Central Sarasota, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Marietta Museum of Art and Whimsy and Ringling College of Art and Design. Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall and McCurdy's Comedy Theatre are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very accessible to a lot of the key attractions in the area, the home is historic so comes with its own charm. The property management team was good.
Stayed 41 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 September 2026
Thank you for your review- we enjoyed hosting you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Terrific location with a small dog

The house was clean, the neighbors friends, neighborhood very quiet and in close proximity to everything. Would certainly stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 March 2025
Thank you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet neighborhood, charming cottage. Clean, comfortable very relaxing. Absolutely loved our stay.

I would rent here again and highly recommend. We needed to extend our stay a few days and they were great to work with and we were able to extend our stay another 5-6 days. Great location, charming home.
Stayed 13 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 May 2023
We really appreciate the 5 stars! Your recommendation is very much appreciated, and we are so glad you enjoyed your stay. We hope to have you back in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

March get a way

Cozy place. Close to downtown restaurants, beaches and Orioles spring training games.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 April 2025
Thanks for the 5-stars! Glad you enjoyed.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Vacation Rental!

Love this place; it's so comfortable. A very nice location close to downtown where there are many great restaurants, shopping and bars with live music. You'll be able to do laundry, cook in or eat out.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 June 2024
Great points-thanks so much for sharing! We enjoyed hosting you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very nice home, decorated well and a nicely updated. Beds were very comfortable.

The house was adorable and very nicely landscaped both in the front and back. The neighbors on each side were friendly and helpful! I would definitely stay there again. The management was on top of things and very nice.
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 April 2023
Thank you for the 5-star review! So happy you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great experience!

Check in was super easy and the house was very clean! Everything was just as described on the website! Great communication as well!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 April 2024
Thanks for being such a fantastic guest and for the review!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

temporary stay

wonderful
Stayed 22 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 October 2024
Thank you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful time!

Great time, wish we could have stayed longer. The kitchen was the center point of all meals. We were close to the beaches that we visited everyday! Thank you for letting us stay!
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 February 2024
Thanks so much! The best compliment is when a guest "wishes they could have stayed longer" We hope to see you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sunshine Cottage

Very charming cottage in an older part of Sarasota. Wonderful front porch and an enjoyable fenced backyard. Could use a little TLC. Would recommend to anyone interested in all the old charm with modern touches
Stayed 35 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 March 2025
Thank you William!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect location

The home is located between Ringling College of Art and Design and downtown Sarasota. It provides quick access to everything -- dining, site seeing, and nice walks in the area. The home has everything you need. It is spacious and clean, has great wifi, and comfortable beds. The outdoor space is nice for evenings. We enjoyed our stay and hope to return soon.
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 November 2022
Thank you for the 5 star review! We are happy you enjoyed your trip and hope you will book with us again.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Quiet spot near it all!

Very much loved area and walking distance to Downtown mainstreets and local beaches. I did not like that the windows were sealed shut! No screens on any doors allowing for airflow and had an older musty smell. No ventilation fans in bathrooms. But although we loved the rest of the home and would book again.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 May 2025
Thank you for your feedback — I really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. I’ll make sure to look into more practical solutions with you concerns. Thanks again for staying, and for helping me make the space better for future guests.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Home from Home

First experience on arriving not great as house was v cold 61f- as heating had not been left on and Sarasota unseasonably cold! Got heating working and all was fine! Great history to the house, very well equipped, v comfy lounge and everything very spacious. Outside space and grill used a lot. Very convenient location, we golfed a lot which meant no course more than about 30 mins drive and St Armands 10 mins in car. Loved Siesta beach (although traffic back can be heavy) and also Lido Beach. Convenient for Downtown and all the restaurants and nightlife.
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 February 2024
We're so glad you enjoyed your golf trip, the home, and all that the area has to offer! Thanks for leaving a review. We apologize for arriving to a chilly house. We don't usually get much cold weather here in Florida and when we do it's only a few hours at a time, so that was unexpected for your arrival. We hope to host you for your next visit!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Bring bug spray

If you are a fan of fresh air, there is none!! The windows are stuck shut can’t open any. Bring your own pillows. All of your food condiments! I did leave salt & pepper behind. Bring your own bath soap, shampoo etc. The back yard is big! If you want to enjoy the open space..bring big spray. A lot.. The neighborhood ? Aahhh. not so much
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 31 October 2024
Hi Tracy- We're sorry you did not enjoy our Historic Craftsman as much as others. It was a pleasure hosting you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cute older home in Sarasota

We enjoyed our stay at the rental home, it was clean and mostly updated. The beds were the worst beds I've ever slept on, that is my only complaint lol the white couche was a little dirty and stained but overall it was a clean house, absolutely loved the kitchen. It had everything you would need, washer and dryer onset, which was great. The location was far from everything in my opinion but if you dont mind the traffic and driving then its a good spot. Siesta Key Beach was about 35-40 minutes away so if you're looking for something closer, this wouldn't work. We traveled with 2 toddlers and thought it was a lot closer to beaches etc but it wasn't. Check in was easy, check out was SUPER early (10am) and they were literally pulling into the driveway at 9:55 to make sure we were gone. We just got into done loading up thankfully, so we made it out with 5 minutes to spare. I most likely wouldn't book this again because it was far from everything but if you just need a cozy home to stay in while you visit Sarasota, I'd recommend it. Thank you for giving our family a cozy place to stay, We felt at home!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 April 2024
Thanks for the 5-star review and sharing some things you loved about your stay. We really appreciate that. You are the first guest who didn't enjoy the beds, so we've scheduled that to be looked at to determine if it could be preference or action is needed. Thank you for bringing it to us. Spring Break dates varied this year and unfortunately the beach traffic was high. This is likely also why the cleaners were ready at the exact check out time. We do apologize if you felt rushed in any way. We try to always be timely for all of our guests, both leaving and arriving. It was a pleasure hosting you and we thank you for the opportunity and for being a fantastic guest!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
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