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*** Downtown Bungalow ***Beaches / Restaurants / Cafes***Just Minutes away!

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Sun-loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels
Property grounds
Interior
Exterior
Smart TV, Netflix, toys, streaming services

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedroomsSleeps 495 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Sarasota, FL
  • Marie Selby Botanical Gardens
    3 min drive
  • Ed Smith Stadium
    3 min drive
  • Ringling Pizza and Grill
    5 min walk
  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    16 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

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

*** Downtown Bungalow ***Beaches / Restaurants / Cafes***Just Minutes away!

This charming cottage is the perfect place for your stay in downtown Sarasota.

The space:

This two bedroom home has all new designer furnishings and linens. The outdoor living space is as comfortable as the indoor, featuring a brand-new outdoor living room set, cantilever lighted umbrella, dining area with on umbrella, awesome private outdoor shower, Weber gas grill in more, all in an abundantly tropical private fenced setting amongst mature bamboo and oaks. This cozy 1000 square-foot home comfortably sleeps four people. The master bedroom has a brand-new queen size bed and the guest room has two twin beds. The kitchen features a gas stove, blender/smoothie maker, excellent set of pots and pans, dishwasher, a double sink, bistro dining set, Keurig coffee maker ( coffee will be available during your stay ). High-speed Internet and a 60 inch smart TV in the living room can access Netflix, Amazon, Pandora and More. There is also an office in the house, washer- dryer set as well. Solid wood doors with crystal doorknobs makes this house super special. There is ample parking for 4+ cars. Need storage for an RV or boat? We've got that too.

Guest access

Guess will have access to beach chairs and umbrella's, beach toys, floats, cooler, tennis rackets, and more. Siesta bike and kayak will deliver bikes to the door for you to rent.

Interactions with guest

If I’m not available to greet you, access to the house is on a access code and a backup lock-box.

The neighborhood

A Half a mile to downtown, it is a comfortable walk to the area attractions and Saturdays famous farmers market. Payne Park, a block away, is a kids paradise featuring two different playgrounds, a skate park, outdoor musical instruments, a running track, tennis courts, Rock-wall, a pond, café and more. St Armand's circle and Lido beach are just down the road three miles away.

Getting around

You were close enough that you can walk or bike to downtown. There is also a free electric shuttle service and SCAT- Sarasota County area transit, runs right up Shade Ave. If you choose to drive, parking in downtown is easy and free.
During your stay at this holiday home, you're just a quick walk from Payne Park. The holiday home includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washer/dryer and patio
  • Free WiFi
  • On-site recreation includes tennis courts
  • 11 minutes by car from Siesta Key Beach and 8 minutes from St. Armands Circle
*** Downtown Bungalow ***Beaches / Restaurants / Cafes***Just Minutes away! offers its guests barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Troy

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Limited on-site parking (max 4 spaces)
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Netflix
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Coin laundry
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Safe

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,020 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 30

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Access methods

Lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit 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
Guests will receive lockbox information. 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

Downtown Bungalow Beaches Restaurants Cafes Just Minutes Away
Downtown Bungalow Beaches Restaurants Cafesjust Minutes Away

*** Downtown Bungalow ***Beaches / Restaurants / Cafes***Just Minutes away! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shelly B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Place
This place had everything you needed for a comfortable stay. It was very clean and close to several beaches, stores, and eating places. They had chairs and umbrellas for the beach and because it was a full kitchen, we packed lunch and stayed at the beach all day. The outside shower was nice to rinse off and the outside patio was relaxing. The host was always quick to respond for check-in and check-out. We had no issues…much better than staying in a condo.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay
House was very clean and well stocked with everything you need. It was a huge help to have items like laundry detergent, paper towels, coffee, etc. Extra blankets were available and helpful when it got colder. Easy drive to shops, restaurants, etc. Troy answered questions quickly and check in was easy. He is a very good host.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

William S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Time away
This older property was a nice get away. Location was convenient to many things. Neighborhood looks like it’s going through a revitalization. The house was clean with some nice touches.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and quiet
Property was clean, quiet, and easily accessible to downtown and the beaches.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monica P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Home
The house was very clean, beds were comfortable, furniture was nice. It's only a mile from downtown so you can easily walk if you want.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Shade
Great location and all the comforts of home!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls weekend
A couple girlfriends and I came here for a much needed girls weekend and it was absolutely perfect! The house is incredibly clean, spacious, and has everything you could possibly need on your trip. All of the beach supplies were in great condition and made our travel and trip to the beach so much easier and more enjoyable! We loved spending time in the backyard relaxing and drinking wine. The location is a 10 minute drive to St. Armand’s and the beach and 5ish minutes to downtown. There were plenty of great restaurants close by. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ideal holiday base
Spacious property with lots of ammenities included. Easy access to downtown and major roads but quiet. Very clean.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed our stay.
The property was very clean. The kitchen was well stocked. The house had plenty of space for the two of us and would be equally comfortable for four. Convenient to downtown, about 5 minutes by car. The street is residential but a main route through the neighborhood. The neighborhood is nice, dating to mid-century. Safe to walk through. It is a healthy walk to downtown. Most homes appear to be well kept. Some of the neighboring properties are being rehabbed, and some are in need of rehab. Overall, we highly recommend this house.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tamar W., Falls Church, VA USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Adorable Bungalow
This house was absolutely perfect for our family. It is exactly as pictured and described. Everything is clean and well cared for. I have never stayed at such a well-equipped home- the beach chairs, umbrellas, towels, and even coolers really made our beach vacation perfect. This house does not skimp on things that other places often do- there was plenty of coffee, toilet paper, even a cabinet of extra supplies if you forgot toothpaste or sun screen. Really above and beyond. Excellent value for money. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jurgita Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place with lots of included amenities
House was at the convenient location, clean and spacious, large kitchen and living room, back yard with plenty of seating. Property was stocked with all the supplies needed, ex beach towels, bathroom, kitchen supplies, etc.. . It also had everything you need for a day at the beach, including chairs, umbrellas, boogie boards, wagon, etc. Overall , great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jackson T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very Nice
We enjoyed our stay. I appreciate Troy calling in advance of check-in and then responding to my call the next day. Location was great with a short drive to the beaches. I loved the outside shower.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stanley T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Homey
This was our first stay at a vrbo property and it was so nice to have a home to stay in. Loved it. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

susan G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Backyard paradise
Troy was awesome. The house is even better in person and the backyard is a paradise. I highly recommend it to anyone staying in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Helen S., St Augustine , FL USA

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved Ringling Park!
We were in town for a short weekend event and wished we had more time to relax in the backyard. What a great house, perfect size for what we needed and the location was great. The owner was responsive and the house was very clean. Looking forward to staying here again !
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Abigail D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place!
This is a wonderful place to stay in the area! It is a great location, pretty assessable to lots of things around and beaches. The house had everything we needed and was a great space for everyone staying with us. Troy is very accommodating and had great communication! Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Teresa T., Toronto, Ontario

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxation
We stayed at A Shady Place for 2 weeks, end of November. The place is as cute in person as seen online, well decorated. The kitchen was modern and both kitchen and bathroom well stocked. Comfortable patio in the back with good BBQ. Troy was easy to communicate with. A very relaxing time.
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

ryane c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute home
Cute house that made us feel like we were at home. Location was great! Had a wonderful time.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

lynn r.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location. Accessible to everything!
The location was incredibly convenient and the owner Troy was always responsive. We love Sarasota!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bungalow was very furnished with everything needed. A true value for the money. You'll be impressed.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diane S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice bungalow
Nice quaint house! Loved the backyard with all of the greenery!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

chipi S.

Liked: Cleanliness
FEB 2022
The property was a little smaller than I expected from the photos, but it was perfect for us. Great location, very clean, kitchen well stocked and Troy was very accommodating. I enjoyed the privacy that the tropical plants in the front yard provided.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eric A., Fish Creek, WI USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Quite house close to downtown Sarasota
We loved the back yard and location. It is within walking distance to downtown and one block from the new bike trail to Venice. We’ll be back.
Stayed 24 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hal C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Host | Convenient Sarasota Location
Troy is the BEST host in Sarasota FL. Took the family down to Sarasota for a business trip and was very pleased with our visit. Troy is pleasant, helpful, responsive, and informative. The Shady Place was like a mini-oasis in the backyard and inside. Our kids loved the outdoor shower, chasing lizards (outside), and thought this place was so fancy. The property had everything we needed for our accommodations as well as going to the beach (chairs, cooler, toys, etc)
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute cottage - close to town and the beaches
Very cute cottage. Perfect size for two of us. The road it is located on is a bit busier than I expected so there was some road noise in the evenings. We didn't cook while there so I can't comment on the kitchenware, but we did love having a Keurig!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021