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Terrace/patio
Marina
Pool

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 593 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Gym
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

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

Tropical Backyard Oasis! Prime Location Near Main St & Trolley to Lido Beach!


Charming Sarasota Retreat – Your Private Oasis in the City

Welcome to your beautifully updated Florida-style home, nestled in a quiet downtown neighborhood. This bright, open, and comfortably furnished retreat features tropical landscaping with garden and path lighting, making it one of the most serene backyards in downtown Sarasota.

Our five-star reviews speak for themselves—guests love this home, and we know you will too!

Amenities & Features:

High-Speed WiFi & 40” HD Smart TV (Roku & DVD player)
Fully equipped kitchen with granite countertops
Leather couches & Ekornes stress-less reclining chairs for ultimate comfort
Washer & dryer for your convenience
Beach gear provided: Chairs, towels, umbrellas, coolers, boogie boards & toys
Private screened-in lanai with garden views & outdoor lighting
BBQ grill for outdoor dining
Additional – Inflatable bed & Pack 'n Play available upon request

Perfect Downtown Location – Close to Everything!

1 mile to Main St. restaurants, shops & theaters
1.5 miles to Bobby Jones Golf Course
Walk/Bike to Legacy Bike Trail, Payne Park, Publix, Selby Gardens & Sarasota Bayfront
Catch the free trolley to St. Armands & Lido Key Beach (5 miles away)
Short drive to Siesta Key Beach (or take the trolley from nearby)
Kayak, boat & bike rentals nearby
7.5 miles to Benderson Park Rowing Facility & UTC Mall
Close to Sarasota Memorial Hospital

Outdoor Adventures & Local Attractions

Beaches! Siesta Key, Lido Key, Longboat Key, Anna Maria Island & more
Golf & Tennis – Play on world-class courses & courts
Boating & Fishing – Sunset cruises, kayak mangrove tours & fishing charters
Parks & Nature – Myakka State Park, Celery Fields & Bayfront Park
Farmers Markets & Festivals year-round

Arts, Culture & Events in Sarasota

Ringling Museum, Sarasota Art Museum & Historic Opera House
Live shows at Van Wezel, Asolo Theatre, Florida Studio Theatre & more

Annual Events: Sarasota Film Festival, Chalk Festival, Sandcastle Sculpting, Jazz & Blues Festivals, Boat Parades, and Spring Training for the Baltimore Orioles

Flexible stays & same-day bookings available – message us for details!

Just bring your suitcase and enjoy the best of Sarasota from the comfort of this cozy, well-appointed home. We can’t wait to host you!

Keywords: Sarasota Downtown updated House, Free Bay Runner Trolley, Good value, Walk to Downtown, Tropical Back yard, Palm Trees, Close to Siesta Key, Lido Key, Longboat Key Beaches, St Armands Circle, Marina Jacks, Boating, Golf, Tennis, Orioles Spring training, Ringling Museum, Arts and Culture, Sarasota Film Festival, Benderson park rowing & aquatics sports center, Legacy Bike Trail, Payne Park

Property manager

Maureen and Patrick

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar in bathtub
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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
Long-term renters welcome
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, a first aid kit, 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Map
Sarasota, FL

What's nearby

  • Sarasota Memorial Hospital - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Marie Selby Botanical Gardens - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Marina Jack - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Ed Smith Stadium - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Lido Beach - 14 min drive - 9.6 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Raffurtys Bar & Grill - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Tropical Backyard Oasis! Prime Location Near Main St & Trolley to Lido Beach! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Tropical Backyard Oasis! Prime Location Near Main St & Trolley to Lido Beach!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tropical Backyard Oasis! Prime Location Near Main St & Trolley to Lido Beach!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Tropical Backyard Oasis! Prime Location Near Main St & Trolley to Lido Beach! located?

This family-friendly Sarasota vacation home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Payne Park and Sarasota Memorial Hospital. Marie Selby Botanical Gardens and Tuttle Avenue Park are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Tropical Backyard Oasis! Prime Location Near Main St & Trolley to Lido Beach! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 114 out of 118 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 118 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 118 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 118 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 118 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jose M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
I believe that the location is convenient and the amenities offered are satisfactory.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

SUSAN S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location & very clean
We loved our stay at this cute home that is centrally located to many places. The house was very clean, quiet neighborhood, and I loved all the instructional labels, made things easier.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica N., FL

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend getaway
I really enjoyed my stay the house was great and the location was good. I recommend staying here if you’re ever in the area
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

matthew r.

Very nice place
Centrally located exceptionally well done home.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2016

10/10 Excellent

Holly M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sarasota Visit
We enjoyed our 4 nights in Sarasota. Home was perfect as we enjoyed visiting our son and his fiancé. They live downtown. Maureen and Patrick were very flexible as they allowed us to change our dates due to weather. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Schreffler family
Great property and great location. Extremely comfortable and the backyard landscaping is truly a tropical paradise.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sarasota Getaway
This lovely home is great for getaways. Located close to everything. Maureen and Patrick are wonderful hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tami G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls weekend
The property was amazing ! Clean and comfortable, the yard was a tropical paradise you can enjoy from every window .Maureen was so helpful suggesting wonderful local restaurants .The location was perfect , close to all the great things Sarasota had to offer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
This was the perfect rental for our small family. They have a great set up with the best equipped kitchen I've ever seen for a vacation rental. They had beach toys, chairs, umbrellas, sun hats, games, all that we needed to enjoy our stay and keep our two young kids entertained.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Casie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect oasis
Lovely home and garden. A perfect weekend escape.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mila G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sarasota Serenity
We love this property. It is clean, quiet, in a good location, and has a lovely yard.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Patricia D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Home
The house was very nice and clean. Nice furnishings and convenient to many destinations. Owners were accessible and responsive. Will definitely stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, Well Kept, Worry Free
Clean, Well Kept, Worry Free
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adorable house
Clean and convenient
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie S., Newark

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and the place was adorable. Backyard was stunning!!
Super great stay! Great location and the place was clean and very nice. The backyard was awesome!! Just a bit too chilly to enjoy the yard...loved Sarasota and the surrounding area! Thanks for making it easy to check in and check out!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ray M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Hosts!
Great having the owners next door! Beautiful mature tropical Landscape & the house feels like HOME! Wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharon C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location, home and hosts
We loved our stay in Sarasota and couldn't have been happier with the location so close to Downtown and this super cute home. There was everything we could need in our 'home from home' to make our stay comfortable and easy. The hosts were wonderful to work with, and went out of their way to help us with our checking in and out schedules. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome Experience
Beautiful home and gardens perfectly located to area beaches and restaurants. The outdoor space takes advantage of the perfect Florida weather. We loved our time here. Host was awesome answering our questions and was very knowledgeable of the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leigh M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
Maureen is wonderful and the property is extremely clean and close to everything! She also has games and toys for all ages!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Doug B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect house, perfect location
Maureen, the property owner, has created an oasis both indoors and out. Great comfort and style. The back yard invites a person to stay and linger.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Patricia P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Luxury Resort Tropical Back Yard
Our stay was more than expected with everything we needed and wanted in a VRBO. The yard is a work of art and very peaceful. Had our morning coffee and evening wine there, its magical. Owners are super sweet and answered all questions promptly.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything and more that you need!!
The house has everything you need and more. The hosts thought of everything. It is very comfortable, and the back yard is very relaxing.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tamara S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect tranquility amongst lush tropical garden
We absolutely loved staying at the property. It was truly a fantastic getaway. It was very tranquil, and the gardens were very lush and beautiful. You can take different paths around the garden to various different seating areas. Absolutely stunning!!! The owners were very nice and easy to deal with.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Sarasota Vacation
This Vrbo property was awesome. The owner was attentive to all of our needs coming from out of state for vacation, even giving local advice on great restaurants, things to do, etc. The house is perfect for a couples getaway or small family. The backyard and lanai were really cool settings. Great location near downtown Sarasota and beaches of Lido and Longboat Key. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

michele b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house in a great location!
Super clean and private. The interior of this house is beautiful and included everything we needed and more. The backyard is very private with amazing plantings. We will miss our morning coffee sitting out there! The location is walking distance to downtown and a short drive to the beaches. We will definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020