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Steps to Gulf of Mexico | Renovated Studio | Walk to Lido Beach, Pool & St. Armand's Circle

Unwind in style at our cozy retreat where warm sunsets meet gentle ocean waves.

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Beach nearby
Outdoor dining
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Beach nearby
Exterior

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire condo

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 227 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Steps to Gulf of Mexico | Renovated Studio | Walk to Lido Beach, Pool & St. Armand's Circle

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Short Walk to the Gulf of Mexico where you can spend the day playing in the ocean waves, build sandcastles, relax under a sun umbrella with a great book, rent jet ski or whatever you love to do! Offered is a newly renovated studio, perfect for two for a great beach get-a-way. Fabulous location on Lido Key, the Pelican Gardens complex sits across the street from the Gulf of Mexico and close to Lido Beach. Only a 6-7 minute walk to Lido beach through the side of the Ritz Carlton. Quick and easy to experience nightly sunsets! Plus, St. Armand's Circle is only about a 15 minute walk....the studio is a few steps around the corner from the heated (in season) community pool. There's convenient parking near the studio too. Walk, ride or drive to all that St. Armand's has to offer. There are many great restaurants, cafes, shops and nightlife! Our completely renovated, modern, ground level studio is ready for you!

Pelican Gardens Studio Highlights:
Fabulous Nightly Sunsets
Superbly Renovated in Soft Beach Colors
About a 7 Minute Walk to Lido Beach
Walk to Armand Circle Shops & Cafes
Walk to Ritz Carlton Tiki Bar & Restaurant
Modern Stainless Kitchenette (Microwave, Refrigerator & Sm Appliances)
King Bed, Cable TV & WiFi
Open Patio with 2 Loungers & Cafe Table for 2
Two Beach Chairs, Sun Umbrella & Beach Towels Provided
No Pets Allowed! Owner is Highly Allergic.
Community Laundry (coin) in complex near the Pool (No Private W/D)
Community Heated Pool

Easy and fast checkin with a keyless pad…just enter your given code and you’re all set. What we offer is a beautifully renovated studio condo with a king size bed, modern bathroom with a solid stone vanity, and tiled shower. There are plenty of plush bath towels. While relaxing in bed, watch your favorite shows on the large, wall-mounted Smart flatscreen including WiFi and cable channels.

The kitchenette includes a new stainless refrigerator freezer (ice-trays incl), microwave, cabinet supplied with dishes, glasses, bowls, small appliances such as a new blender, a coffeemaker and toaster Have breakfast for two at home sitting at the wood dining table or drink your morning coffee in the sunshine out on patio. There are two loungers plus a small cafe table for 2. Extend the umbrella for a bit of shade if you like. A storage container has your beach items ready for you (2 chairs and a sun umbrella).

We also provide 4 large beach towels to make a short trip to Lido Beach, a quick and enjoyable stroll. Two options to get to the public beach. Head towards the Ritz staying on the left side of the building; about a 7 minute walk. Option two is the Lido Public Beach & Pavilion, a 16 minute walk on average.

An inspiring stroll over the John Ringling Causeway lands you in the heart of Downtown Sarasota and Marina Jacks, with Selby Gardens just around the corner giving you even more options to explore. Or, just stay closer and enjoy Ted Sperling Park across the street that offers walking, biking, paddle boarding and kayaking through the mangroves and lots of tropical beach front activities directly on the Gulf of Mexico and Sarasota Bay.

No smoking or vaping inside or near open doors or windows. No pets of any kind. Owner is highly allergic.

The complex is authentic 1950's, the location is fantastic and the unit is super cute!
We help make the most of your vacation by providing Xplorie's Free Admission to some of the area’s top attractions each and every day including a choice of a free bike rental, kayak rental, a dolphin cruise tour, or admission to the Ringling Museum ! Round-trip airport transportation provided for up to 3 passengers from SRQ or TPA with advance reservation. The fare is free but please tip the driver. Limited to one activity for just one person each day (other members of the group can partake but will need to pay). Create exciting memories, have more fun, and truly experience the Beaches of Sarasota! Book now for an amazing vacation experience! Activities are subject to change and based on availability; non-cumulative and non-transferrable.



Feel free to book for a month or longer but Xplorie is not available for booking 25 days or longer.
Hurricane Update: Pool is open! Some units are still being remediated in the complex so please pardon the dust/noise.

Property manager

Owner / Property Manager

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Shared/communal pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In the city center
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Golf privileges
  • Golfing on site
  • Marina nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 295 sq ft (27 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

11307

About the neighborhood

Map
Sarasota, FL

What's nearby

  • Lido Beach - 6 min walk
  • St. Armands Circle - 16 min walk
  • Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium - 5 min drive
  • Siesta Key Beach - 17 min drive
  • Shell Beach - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lido Beach Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Columbia Restaurant - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Old Salty Dog - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Daiquiri Deck - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Old Salty Dog - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Steps to Gulf of Mexico | Renovated Studio | Walk to Lido Beach, Pool & St. Armand's Circle pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Steps to Gulf of Mexico | Renovated Studio | Walk to Lido Beach, Pool & St. Armand's Circle?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Steps to Gulf of Mexico | Renovated Studio | Walk to Lido Beach, Pool & St. Armand's Circle?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Steps to Gulf of Mexico | Renovated Studio | Walk to Lido Beach, Pool & St. Armand's Circle located?

Located in the heart of Sarasota, this condo building is within a 10-minute walk of South Lido Park and Lido Beach. St. Armands Circle is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) away.

Steps to Gulf of Mexico | Renovated Studio | Walk to Lido Beach, Pool & St. Armand's Circle Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 19 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Krystie J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Tom & Deb P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne A R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Robert, Locust Grove

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rita R., South Plainfield NJ

Liked: Cleanliness
Great couples’ get away
Our rental in Lido Key was perfect. Close to everything!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The cottage was clean and tastefully decorated. It was also close to the beach and St Armand’s.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute but tiny
Cute/well decorated place to stay near Lido beach/St Armand’s circle - for one person or two if you don’t have much luggage as it’s tiny. FYI, no closet to hang clothes and unit does not have a lot of convenient outlets for devices. There is also an issue with moisture coming from floor in bathroom which appears to have been happening for awhile given stains on baseboard. However, it suited our needs well enough for the week.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Sue D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lido Beach Studio
Close to so much we were interested in doing. Pretty good studio room. Only complaint would be the bathroom floor. There was water damage prior to our stay and the tiles were squishy and water would come up through the seams. Would have liked to have a hot plate there.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

ann H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for short stay
This little place was absolutely perfect for a last minute short trip. The walk to the beach was less than 5 minutes. The studio was clean and well appointed for our relaxing, beach obsessed trip. We literally booked it the morning we checked in. The host was easy to communicate with and attentive. The morning after we arrived, we went to get the beach supplies from the locked bin, and realized one of the chairs was broken. I reached out to inform them, and when we came back from the beach, a brand new chair was there!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice location
All good
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda B., Lakewood, Colorado

Liked: Cleanliness
Short getaway
I came here to get some R&R and also to visit extended family in Bradenton. I had such a lovely time. The room had everything I could have possibly needed. Plenty of towels and dishes. So beautifully decorated, too!! Also, the location was perfect. Close to everything but also off the main drag and quiet in the morning and evening. It was perfect for me!!!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark G., Mahopac, NY

Liked: Cleanliness
Very Nice Lido Key Beach Cottage
The Pelican Gardens cottage was very nice. The inside was newly renovated, clean and roomy. It was a short walk to beautiful Lido Key Beach and to get to town. A great relaxing vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

GARY H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice little plCe
Was clean and pretty well kept for its age. Bathroom was tight and maybe squeeze in a chair. Good shower
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness
Problems
The rental had problems from day one: loud bathroom door squeak (remedy, rehang the door properly), no internet for 1.5 days (improper maintenance of cable, resulting in a cut line), wet bathroom floor (leak most likely in the shower pan, resulting in mold developing on the walls by day 12), the building on the grounds showed wear and tear.
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colleen N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Close to everything. Very clean and comfortable. Very private patio with table chairs and chaises.
Wonderful experience. Can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022