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Gertrude Siesta | Oceanview Penthouse, 12-steps Beach Path, 4-min trolley to Village, Free Bikes Paddleboards!

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Beach nearby
Smart TV, offices
Interior
Beach nearby
Beach nearby

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

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Siesta Key, FL
  • Siesta Key Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Point of Rocks
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Crescent Beach
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

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About this property

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

Gertrude Siesta | Oceanview Penthouse, 12-steps Beach Path, 4-min trolley to Village, Free Bikes Paddleboards!

The Oceanview 603
Oceanview 12-steps to Siesta Key's best beach access! Stunning views with floor-to-ceiling “movable' glass walls in master bedroom and living area. Just 3-min by trolley or bike (10-min walk) to Siesta Village. Remodeled in 2023. Free bikes and paddle boards. Communal lounging, alfresco dining, ping-pong, and Tiki bar below. Perfect for families and couples looking to relax, explore and repeat. Book your getaway now! - Tollbooth by VRBOCorpMiddlemen, but this property is from GertrudeRentalsSiesta


What Guests Love
∙ Ocean Views – southwest views of Gulf and sunsets through floor-to-ceiling windows
∙ Gulf Breezes – wall of windows folds for unobstructed ocean breezes day or night
∙ Beaches – 12-steps to access of Americas top beach, white sand and calm clear water
∙ Relaxing – safe easy access to outside attractions and lots of plus-space on site
∙ Sunsets –walk 30-seconds to best sunsets or just enjoy from your living room
∙ Island Trolley –picks up out front, free of charge to all attractions and welcome's drinks
∙ Activities – free bikes and paddleboards provided, scooter and golf cart rentals nearby
∙ Extra Spaces –ping pong room, alfresco dining-lounging, DIY tiki bar in the back
∙ Exploring - sand dollars, shells, dolphins, occasionally manatees and live conch
∙ The Fun - live music, daiquiris, oysters, stone crab, craft beer, ice cream, fresh donuts
∙ The Memories – walk to all siesta key is top attractions and guaranteed fun for all

The Beach
Our beach access is across the street, 12-steps, and is quieter and more private. Although one of the most desirable on the Siesta Key and has no parking available so isn't easy to access from rentals outside the neighborhood. The water here is shallow clear and calm with white quartz-sand tide-pools perfect for sleeping drinking or playing. A livelier beach scene with food, drinks and even a weekend drum circle is accessible a 5-to-10-minute walk south on the beach.

The Home
Ocean view property contains just 3 units and was remodeled in 2022. Floor to ceiling glass walls in master bedroom and living area create wide-open southwestern exposures. Glass wall is bifold design and fully opens for maximum ocean or sunset views and refreshing breezes day and night. Common areas include the ping-pong room, tiki bar, alfresco dining, and usually cornhole. Set on the Southern edge of Siesta Village and surrounded by tropical plants. Just 10-second walk to top beaches, and 3-minute golf cart or trolly ride (10-minute walk) to restaurants and the best fresh oysters, seafood, tropical drinks, ice cream, entertainment, and even gourmet donuts on the island.

Bedroom Details
This ocean view unit is 3BR and this unit is one staircase up from the ground. There is one large king bedroom, an ocean view queen bedroom, and a bunkroom with twin-over-full and twin-over-twin-bunks. Tempur-pedic rollaway beds are available with advance notice, and although the master bedroom is quite big, setting up by the window in the living room makes it the best sleeping area in the house. You can sleep up to 9 family style. Need more space? Ask about an additional unit nearby.

Beach Gear Provided
We provide beach towels, chairs, carts, umbrellas, bikes and paddle boards. If you don't have what you need, just reach out and we can usually get it for you. Correction for Air-b-n-b listings this location doesn't provide "snorkeling gear" but this and anything you need can be rented or purchased nearby.

Household Items Provided
We provide bedding, kitchen items, most major and minor appliances, blow dryers, and hangers. Simple soaps and paper products come in starter-supply that will get you through a short stay and anything you need can be purchased nearby.

What to Bring
It's a laid-back island so pack as lite as you like. Our fashion is casual, wash and wear, and all units have laundries. Also, anything you forget to bring can be found nearby in good supply and fair prices.

History – There's no public parking in this area so, even though this is a gorgeous beach, it ends up being a little more private than most. When I was a kid growing up on Siesta Key, this beach access was called “Palm Island” and named after the island of the same name right at the end of the street. The island has a small bridge going to it and is literally a “heart shaped” island within the island of Siesta Key. When I was younger this was our lovers lane and, for me, it's still the spot to fall in love or rekindle an old flame.

Post Booking Support
We understand vacation time is precious and will make sure you get the most out of it. Our number is the only contact information you need. All units are at the top attractions on the island. Cars are never required, but you will have private parking near the unit. No check-in restrictions, check-in any day of the week at any time using a private door-code. Never a cleaning requirement at checkout. Free early check-in when possible. No hidden fees or solicitations. Every unit including this one is available for instant booking. We can recommend the best spot for fishing or fresh fish, Michigan or Ohio State games, romantic-dinners marriage-proposals or singles, eco-tourism, family friendly activities, or safe ways to lose your kids when you(they) need alone time.

Terms
Payments are 50% refundable when canceled at least 60 days before arrival. Payments are not refundable when canceled less than 60 days before arrival. Events or gatherings involving outside guests are only allowed with prior approval from the management. Guest agrees to hold the Property Manager and Owner harmless from any liability for injuries while on vacation. Sorry but events involving guests in excess of your unit occupancy limit are not permitted at this location.

Travel Insurance
If you prefer insured bookings, we also offer travel insurance. Basic Travel Insurance- cost is 7%, covers 30 different issues, coverage begins only after protection has been purchased. CFAR (cancel for any reason) insurance is available in states applicable- cost is approximately 11% (7% basic plus additional 3.8% to add CFAR). Basic and CFAR must be purchased together as CFAR cannot be purchased individually. CFAR covers 60% of the trip cost with no questions asked. Travel insurance must be purchased within 14 days of booking and 30 days before check-in. Claim must be filed two days prior to arrival, available to U.S. citizens only.
This apartment's great beach location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Siesta Key Beach. Enjoy features like a water park. The apartment includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned apartment with kitchen, washing machine and 2 bathrooms
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 50+ Mbps)
  • Splash around at the water park
  • Guests have great things to say about the beach and the location
  • Steps from Siesta Key Beach and 9 minutes by car from Sarasota Memorial Hospital
Gertrude Siesta | Oceanview Penthouse, 12-steps Beach Path, 4-min trolley to Village, Free Bikes Paddleboards! offers its guests a water park.

This Siesta Key apartment is smoke free.

Property manager

Gertrude Rentals 888-5SIESTA

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city centre
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Kayak
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

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 are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 and a deadlock
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

758677

Gertrude Siesta | Oceanview Penthouse, 12-steps Beach Path, 4-min trolley to Village, Free Bikes Paddleboards! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 48 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tony W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls trip
The place was absolutely gorgeous and a great location! Could walk everywhere....and we did!!! Dan had everything imaginable on site. Highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isabelle F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good property
We had a great stay at this property, however, it is more of an “apartment-like” property. Great location though, very clean and access to property managers were great. Overall wonderful trip :)
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Angel S., Cincinnati, USA

Very nice location
The location was absolutely perfect, and we really appreciated the beach amenities we had access to (chairs, carts, umbrellas, kayak, bikes, etc). We do wish the listing was a bit more clear about the shared areas, we would have loved to have used them more but they were very very hot, no AC. Minimal issues were quickly addressed by host. Overall had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Casey J., Sheldon, IL

Liked: Cleanliness
4th of July Getaway
Great location to the beach and town. Bedrooms were spacious and everyone was happy. We would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Tina D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location!
Our family rented the 3-bedroom apartment on the second floor. Property owner was friendly and attentive to answer questions. The apartment was fresh and clean with plenty of linens, dishes, and beach gear. The kitchen had the basics and could use a few plastic items to accommodate the microwave usage and children. Access to the beach was right across the street and the beautiful white sand beach was wide open without crowds. Overall, we loved the location and apartment. Would suggest a thorough cleaning of the entrance floors, stairs, and downstairs rooms to give better first impressions when entering the building because the apartment was well done. Great price for a great space.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Norman F.

Liked: Cleanliness
A few days at the beach
Great location, across street from the beautiful beach, trolly stop directly outside the front door, lots of bicycles available, free use of washer and dryer. outdoor picnic area, inside sitting area...too many amenities to cover them all. A great experience.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ava B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
We could not have been happier with the property and the promptness of communication. Would definately come again!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chase J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation
Had a great time, great place, and I a great area
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark D., Cary

Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary trip
Any other VRBO we have used through a rental agency has been a poor experience. Dan and Gertrude Rentals could not have been more gracious, caring, responsive and/or informative. They are not about the rental revenue, as they sincerely care about your experience and being a positive part of your stay. Cannot thank or commend him/them enough. Because of this experience, our first to Siesta Key, we will be back next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wife's birthday
Beautiful property right across from the beach access and convenient to some wonderful restaurants within a short walk
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josh M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent place
Super well stocked throughout, including beach, amenities, chairs, paddleboard’s, and great family play area with ping-pong table.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammatha T., USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
We loved our stay , they made it effortless
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark D.

Liked: Cleanliness
clean and helpful owner
we arrived a tad bit early and Dan was gracious enough to let us check in as soon as the house was ready. Everything you need can be found in the house and more if you just ask him. Will definitely recommend this place to out friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leci V.

Liked: Cleanliness
The perfect beach
The location of this property can’t be beat. it’s far enough away from the busy condo developments that the beach feels private and close enough to walk to the village. The public beach access is across the street and the actual walk to the beach is a little long, but it’s to be expected to enjoy the powdery sand and warm waters of siesta. beach carts are provided, so it’s no big deal: even if you were ocean front, you’d have the same distance to walk.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judy P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Visit from Kansas
We loved our stay in Siesta Key. The accommodations worked great for our family and the location was perfect (right across the street from the beach access path). It was so nice to have beach towels provided along with access to beach chairs, umbrellas, and a wagon. Bicycles were also available but we did not have time to use them. My only suggestion would be to provide a scrubbing sponge and additional kitchen towels. We would definitely consider renting here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina C.

Liked: Cleanliness
A piece of paradise!
Close to beautiful beach. Great amenities, including sup boards
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Lauren N.

Liked: Cleanliness
My vacation
A very clean and beautiful apartment with all the amenities you could want. A comfortable bed and a nice bathroom. Dan is an great host and is always there for you when you need him. We had a wonderful stay! There’s plenty of room for everyone, and the location is great. You can walk to the beach, or take a trolley out to the village of Siesta Key, where there are plenty of restaurants and shopping options.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dayna M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
So close to the beach! Easy check-in process. Short walk to the village. Loved the trifold doors that open up to the ocean view! Will stay here again for a family staycation!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for our family!
Everything about our stay was so nice! Loved the space. We were able to use the community dining downstairs from coming off the beach. Everyone was comfortable in their rooms. Cant wait to book again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Madison H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great trip with friends
We had a great time ; all the beach items provided were so appreciated! Highly recommend this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fiona B.

Liked: Cleanliness
great place and location
right across from the beach and easy to walk to town. all of the rooms were really nice and the place was super clean when we arrived. would come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ed R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for family on Siesta Key. Close to beach and village.
Will come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kosta T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place and location
We really enjoyed are stay. The place is clean and located super close to the beach. We also enjoyed the fact that beach chairs and umbrellas were available for use as well for the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Experience
Just an easy process, friendly host and clean home! We enjoyed our time
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023