Crystal Sands | Home w/ Ocean Views, Private Pool, & Rooftop Lookout! Steps to Siesta Key Beach
🌴 Crystal Sands | Steps to the Sand Rooftop Sunset Views & Modern Poolside Escape
💖 Why You'll Love This Home Just 2 minutes from Siesta Key Beach, Crystal Sands delivers modern style, a private heated pool, and a rooftop lookout deck for golden-hour views. It's everything you love about coastal living!
👨👩👧 Perfect For Great for beach-loving families or groups seeking a sleek, central home base close to the sand and Siesta Key Village—plus extra savings while work happens next door.
🎞️ Imagine This Start your morning with a stroll to the beach—just 0.1 miles away—your feet already in the powder-soft sand before coffee's gone cold. After a sun-filled day, return to your fully private backyard to lounge by the heated pool or fire up the grill. The open-concept interior welcomes you with natural light, modern coastal furnishings, and an all-white kitchen made for family-style meals. Unwind upstairs in one of three spacious bedrooms with plush king beds and a fun full-over-full bunk setup, ideal for kids or cousins sharing laughs into the night. As the sun begins to set, head up to the shared rooftop deck, drink in hand, and soak in panoramic views of the Gulf skies. Then wind down with a movie, a dip in the pool, or a moonlit toast on your private patio.
🛌 Where You'll Sleep - Bedroom 1: King Bed, Ensuite Bath, 2nd Floor, TV - Bedroom 2: King Bed, Shared Bath, 2nd Floor, TV - Bedroom 3: Full Over Full Bunk Bed & Full Bed, Shared Bath, 2nd Floor, TV
📍 Explore the Area - 0.1 miles to Siesta Key Public Beach Access - 0.6 miles to Siesta Key Village – walkable shops, restaurants, and nightlife - Rent paddle boards, kayaks, or bikes nearby for outdoor adventures - Enjoy a laid-back, residential beachside neighborhood
📝 Your Siesta Key Escape Awaits Crystal Sands fills quickly thanks to its unbeatable beach access, rooftop sunset views, and modern design. Our CottageClean™ program ensures a spotless stay with a six-hour deep cleaning and 35-point inspection before each arrival—giving you peace of mind and a pristine welcome.
📝 Need to Know: This unit is one side of a duplex. Guests will have private access to the left-side garage, a private backyard and pool area, the entire second floor, and the left side of the third floor. The third floor is divided by a wall, providing a fully private space on your side. A shared exterior spiral staircase leads to the shared rooftop deck, which may be accessed by guests of the neighboring unit. Please contact us if you have any questions about the layout of this duplex. Starter Supplies: Starter packs of kitchen and toiletry essentials provided for a seamless first couple of nights. Free High-Speed WiFi. Heated Pool: Heated from November 15 – April 15. This home has stairs and an elevator. Please contact us if any guest has mobility concerns.
• Related Units: Looking for more space? This home is part of a duplex with other bookable options: • 6 Bedroom Option: Beach Dream • 3 Bedroom Option: Silver Shore
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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. Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium and St. Boniface Episcopal Church Labyrinth are also worth visiting. Jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby.
St. Boniface Episcopal Church Labyrinth - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Siesta Key Farmers Market - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Crescent Beach - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
Getting around
Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 24 min drive
Restaurants
Siesta Beach Pavilion - 6 min walk
Siesta Key Snack Bar - 6 min walk
Circle K - 18 min walk
Gilligan's Island Bar & Grill - 13 min walk
Sun Garden Cafe - 17 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Does Crystal Sands | Home w/ Ocean Views, Private Pool, & Rooftop Lookout! Steps to Siesta Key Beach have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Crystal Sands | Home w/ Ocean Views, Private Pool, & Rooftop Lookout! Steps to Siesta Key Beach?
As of 12 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Crystal Sands | Home w/ Ocean Views, Private Pool, & Rooftop Lookout! Steps to Siesta Key Beach on 7 September 2026 start from NZ$3,412, 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 Crystal Sands | Home w/ Ocean Views, Private Pool, & Rooftop Lookout! Steps to Siesta Key Beach pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Crystal Sands | Home w/ Ocean Views, Private Pool, & Rooftop Lookout! Steps to Siesta Key Beach?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Crystal Sands | Home w/ Ocean Views, Private Pool, & Rooftop Lookout! Steps to Siesta Key Beach?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Crystal Sands | Home w/ Ocean Views, Private Pool, & Rooftop Lookout! Steps to Siesta Key Beach?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Crystal Sands | Home w/ Ocean Views, Private Pool, & Rooftop Lookout! Steps to Siesta Key Beach located?
Located in the heart of Siesta Key, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Siesta Key Beach Playground and Siesta Key Beach. St. Boniface Episcopal Church Labyrinth and Siesta Key Farmers Market are also within 15 minutes.
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Hi Dexter,
Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the great location and the property. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we hope to welcome you back again for another relaxing stay in the future!
Regards,
The CottageCrew
Overall, we had a fantastic time at Crystal Sands. The home has all the amenities a family with children could ask for. Couple that with a perfect location with beach access as well as a host who was extremely responsive to any issues we had, and you get the makings of a great vacation.
Hi Carolyn,
Thank you so much for sharing your 5 star vacation experience with us! We are so thrilled to hear you enjoyed your stay at Crystal Sands and were able to take advantage of the beach access just across the way! We appreciate the positive feedback and home to see you back again sometime soon. (:
With love,
The Cottage Crew
Close to the beach and close to the Village. Our little boys enjoyed the pool!
Linda B.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 November 2023
Dear Linda,
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a lovely review of your stay at Crystal Sands in Siesta Key! We're delighted to hear that you found our location to be convenient and enjoyed the proximity to both the beach and the Village.
It's always heartwarming to know that our younger guests had a great time in the pool – creating wonderful memories for families is one of the things we cherish most.
If your travels ever bring you back to Siesta Key, we'd be thrilled to host you and your family again at Crystal Sands. Don't hesitate to reach out, and we'll be ready to provide you with another memorable experience.
Thanks once again for your kind words, and we hope to welcome you back in the future!
Regards,
The CottageCrew
Such a great place! My family and I had such a good time. The place was awesome! Clean, new, roomy, everything was awesome. PM were great. Easy to get a hold of if needed. Would definitely stay at one of their properties again for sure!
Daniela M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 June 2023
Hi Daniela
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 loved our stay !! Excellent location right next to the beach. Just 3 min walk to the beach! Beautiful property! Very well staged-we loved the decor. Very comfortable and relaxing-awesome back pool area!! Short drive or trolley to shops/restaurants. Management did an excellent job of making us feel welcome! We would love to stay again!
Jeffrey Z.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 August 2022
Hi Jeffrey,
Thank you so much for leaving such a kind review! We are so delighted to hear you enjoyed your stay at Crystal Sands. The views are incredible! I will be sure to pass on the compliments to the rest of the crew. We would love to host your stay again, so when you do come back be sure to redeem your return guest discount! (:
With love,
The Cottage Crew
What a great getaway on Siesta Key! This place was easy to get to the beach or village, and just relax by the pool or in the beautiful living area. Great communication from the CottageCrew with the rental agreement, fixing odds and ends, and unfortunately (but also fortunately!!), for helping us prep and evacuate before Hurricane Ian. Definitely recommend!
Meghan G.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 October 2022
Hi Meghan,
Thank you so much for sharing your amazing getaway to paradise! We are so thrilled that your vacation was relaxing and filled with sunshine at the beach. However, we do sincerely apologize that you had to evacuate due to Hurricane Ian but we are relived to hear you were able to evacuate safely! We hope to host your stay again in the near future!
With love,
The Cottage Crew
The house is in a great location and is a beautiful home. It was clean. The property management company was very helpful and responsive. The pool was smaller than expected, but still very nice. Overall, it was a fantastic stay.
Amy A.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 April 2024
Hi Amy,
Thank you for your fantastic feedback about your stay at Crystal Sands! We're delighted to hear that you found the house to be in a great location, beautiful, and clean. We're also pleased that you found our property management company helpful and responsive. We appreciate your feedback about the pool size and are glad you still enjoyed it. It was our pleasure to host you, and we hope to welcome you back for another fantastic stay in the future!
Regards,
The CottageCrew
Overall everything was great. My only complaint was that the elevator never worked. We found this property specifically needing an elevator for my elderly in-law.
Josh B.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 October 2023
Dear Josh,
Thank you for your kind words and for choosing Crystal Sands for your stay. We're delighted to hear that overall, everything was great during your visit.
We apologize for the inconvenience regarding the elevator not working, and we understand how important it was for your elderly in-law. We're actively addressing this issue to ensure it doesn't recur in the future. Your feedback is invaluable, and we appreciate your understanding.
We hope you and your family were able to enjoy your time on Siesta Key despite this hiccup, and we'd love the opportunity to host you again in the future, making sure your stay is even more enjoyable.
Warm regards,
The CottageCrew
Beautiful home, super clean and nicely decorated! Location is superb- only few minutes walking distance to the beach and short drive to restaurants. The welcoming basket with fresh fruits and snacks was very nice too. Wish the access to the rooftop was easier but we still enjoyed it! Would love to come back!
Gina J.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 September 2022
Hi Gina,
Thank you so much for leaving such a kind review! We are delighted to hear you that Crystal Sands exceeded your expectations! The location is just perfect for those wanting to sit back, relax, and enjoy a spectacular view of Siesta Key Beach. We value you as a repeat guest and would love to host your stay again!
With love,
The Cottage Crew
This property was very spacious and comfortable for our family vacation! The decor was beautiful and had just about everything we needed for our group. The walk to the beach was only about 3 minutes. It was awesome having the beach chairs, umbrella and wagon to use at the beach . The kids loved the pool and bunk room too. The grill area and grounds were amazing too. We could have used more seating like another couch in the living area and a Larger dining table to accommodate a party of 12. I would stay here again.
Verified traveller
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 June 2022
Hi!
Thank you so much for sharing your amazing vacation experience with us! We are so thrilled that you enjoyed your Siesta Key family retreat. We appreciate your feedback and hope to see you again soon! (:
With love,
The Cottage Crew
A wonderful trip. The house was amazing and holds many memories for us. The location was absolutely perfect There was a pack n play and high chair for the baby. We bought one and didn’t need to. We had troubles with the elevator but wasn’t an issue, a sun shade on the rooftop would be nice bc too hot to hang out in sun. Happy to have a happy hour pool.
Doug V.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 August 2024
Hi Doug,
Thank you for sharing your experience! We're thrilled that Crystal Sands provided such wonderful memories for your family. We're glad the location and amenities suited your needs, and we appreciate your feedback on the rooftop and elevator. It was our pleasure to host you, and we hope to welcome you back soon!
Regards,
The CottageCrew
Fantastic location short walk to beach and village. Salt water pool perfect for my son with a chlorine allergy. Gorgeous beachfront views and sunsets from rooftop. Seamless check-in process, A+ customer service, responsive and even helped me jump my rental car! Stocked well with everything you need for a week at the beach including beach chairs, wagon, bikes and grill. Outdoor seating with TV was ideal for watching sports events with the kids. Bunk room perfect for kids of all ages and elevator so convenient for luggage, groceries and anyone with disabilities. Wish it were a little less expensive but we rented during peak spring break season.
Katherine S.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 April 2023
Hi Katherine,
Thank you so much for sharing your 5 star vacation experience with us! We are so happy to hear you enjoyed your stay at Crystal Sands and got to take advantage of all the incredible amenities this home has to offer, especially the outdoor entertainment area and saltwater pool. The location is absolutely unbeatable being such a short distance to the beach! We are thrilled to know we were able to assist you with all your needs during your time at Crystal Sands. We would love to see you back again sometime soon. (:
With love,
The Cottage Crew
Unfortunately our pool was not heated for multiple days. We rented this house because of the location and the heated pool (since a cold front came through). Not be able to use the pool except for one day was disappointing.
Erin N.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 November 2022
Hi Erin,
Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience you experienced during your stay and appreciate your honest feedback. However, we cannot control circumstances such as weather, ultimately impacting your stay in a negative manner. We did have our maintenance staff come out to heat your pool; however, the cold front prevented the pool from reaching the full heated temperature. Again, we do apologize for this and hope you understand that this was unfortunately out of our control. We would love the opportunity to host your stay again and to leave you with a more positive impression! (:
With love,
The Cottage Crew
We had a great time staying here for 2 weeks. Location is perfect for walking to the beach. They furnished everything needed for the beach. Umbrellas, wagon, cooler, chairs. The surprise cupcakes in the refrigerator were a major plus! The only recommendation is more usable things stocked in the kitchen. Paper towels, foil, condiments. The pool was a nice break for later in the day. As they do tell you this is a shared unit. You hear neighbors and share the rooftop but we never had an issue. Everyone was very friendly. Highly recommend this property.
Theresa R.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May 2023
Hi Theresa
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
Easy process of renting. You will be sent agreement paperwork from the company to complete prior to your stay. This is my first time staying at a VRBO. The office stays in contact with you. The place was clean but the outdoor barbecue was aged and rust marks visible. Utensils and kitchen was well maintained inside. Beach towels are provided. Indoors was well done.
The beach chairs kept in the garage are also worn and rusted likely due to wear and humidity. It would probably be better for the company to routinely replace the outdoor chairs and umbrella and the barbecue regularly as these probably see a lot of usage. Of note: You share the outdoor third floor with the other property. Overall pleasant place to stay very close to the beach. Bikes also provided but no children bikes. Some old beach toys are also in the area where the beach chairs are kept. Overall happy with the stay but could be better with replacement of items that will typically wear out due to the Florida humidity outdoors.
Henry A.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 September 2022
Hi Henry,
Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We are happy to hear you enjoyed your vacation at Crystal Sands! However, we do appreciate your honest feedback. We will definitely be taking a look into replacing the beach equipment at this home. It is extremely important to us at all of the amenities at each of our homes is up to our standard. We would love to host your stay again the next time you visit Siesta Key!
With love.
The Cottage Crew
We had a BLAST at Crystal Sands! It was me, my husband, 2 small children and my parents. Everyone loved the property and the response time from the rental agency was SO impressive. They were so helpful when we needed them. I'd stay here again 100%.
Kelly D.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 May 2026
Hi Kelly,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that you and your family had such a great stay at Crystal Sands. It means a lot to know the home worked well for everyone and that our team was able to assist you quickly and make your experience even better.
We truly appreciate your kind words and would be delighted to host you again anytime—100%!
Regards,
The CottageCrew
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