Escape to a newly-remodeled tropical hideaway in the heart of Sarasota's Arts District. Unwind on your private patio, surrounded by lush gardens, and enjoy outdoor dining with comfortable seating. With a fully-fitted kitchen, washer and dryer, cable & WiFi you're all set for a relaxing retreat.
Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 261 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
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About this property
Charming Private Garden Cottage hide away in the heart of Sarasota
have your own tropical garden hide away in the heart of Sarasota. quiet and newly-remodeled. Everything is new and well appointed and fully-fitted out for those that like to cook. A lovely garden wraps you in tranquility on the dinning patio. Lots of privacy.
Fantastic location, in The Arts District, minutes from the airport. Just minutes to St. Armands Circles wonderful shopping and restaurants, beaches and downtown, offering great entertainment and restaurant options, several performing theaters, a comedy club, movie theaters. A bay front park is 1 block away, public tennis courts are 4 blocks away. Convenient!
Property is within a 5 minute radious of all Sarasota's cultural amenities, such as The Ringling Museum of Art (world-class art and grounds), The Historic Asolo Theater, and asThe Van Wezel (well-known entertainers frequently performing, downtown area with lots of restaurants, shopping a comedy club live theaters and Shelby Gardens just to list a few. We are continuing to update the cottage every year. There is a very comfortable deck off the French doors with out door table and chairs for outdoor dinning We installed a high end air conditioning system which is insanely quite and very efficient. and of course new bedding which we do every year.
Details: Stand-alone studio Private entrance Private kitchen and bath Outdoor patio Parking on property Washer and dryer Cable & WiFi Beach essentials provided I e towels,chairs, cooler, and tote
Property amenities
Beach
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming cats and dogs only
2 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near the bay
Near the marina
Things to do
Golf
Tennis
Basketball nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Parasailing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing 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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
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, 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
About the area
Central Sarasota, a neighbourhood in Sarasota, is home to this holiday home. 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 Lido Beach and Siesta Key Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Ed Smith Stadium or Longboat Key Public Tennis Center. Kayaking, scuba diving and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby. Visit our Sarasota travel guide
Sarasota County Visitor Information Center and History Museum
17 min walk - 1.5 km
Sarasota Opera House
4 min drive - 2.1 km
Marina Jack
5 min drive - 2.8 km
Getting around
Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
6 min drive
Restaurants
Domino's Pizza
16 min walk
Sarasota Moose 1319
17 min walk
Mymamma
17 min walk
Sunoco
11 min walk
Tumeric Indian Bar and Restaurant
11 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Charming Private Garden Cottage hide away in the heart of Sarasota pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).
How much is parking at Charming Private Garden Cottage hide away in the heart of Sarasota ?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Charming Private Garden Cottage hide away in the heart of Sarasota ?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Charming Private Garden Cottage hide away in the heart of Sarasota ?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Charming Private Garden Cottage hide away in the heart of Sarasota located?
Located in Central Sarasota, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Marietta Museum of Art and Whimsy and Ringling College of Art and Design. Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall and Sarasota County Visitor Information Center and History Museum are also within 1 mile (2 km).
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Charming Private Garden Cottage hide away in the heart of Sarasota Reviews
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Everything was in order, very clean studio, great location, close to everything, quiet and safe neighborhood, morning coffee on the deck. Don't forget to bring mosquito repellent to fully enjoy beautiful garden. Owners are very nice and helpful. They are available 24/7.
This small cottage was cute, well-appointed, and conveniently located for a stay in Sarasota. Had what we needed and was much better than a hotel room!
Mary S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Dave W.
18 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Great little Cottage surrounded by plants, trees- beautiful Vegetation
Very nice & quiet. Easy access to St. Armands and Lido Beach
This place was absolutely perfect for a two person getaway. It was a quick 5 minute drive from the airport and about 10 minutes from St. Armand’s Circle and beautiful beaches. The hosts were incredibly accommodating, and made for a very welcoming stay. The place was beautiful!
Great location, near everything but in a quite area with beautiful surroundings. Super clean and the hosts were kind and helpful to all our needs. Highly recommend to anyone that wants some excitement but quite time too !!
Doug and Lynne were fantastic. Location was great. Close to downtown restaurants and entertainment. Very secluded and comfortable. Will rebook if we ever make it back.
The on-site hosts were very welcoming & helpful during our 10 day stay in their cottage which looked like the photos in the listing. Great location in a quiet neighborhood close to the beaches, parks, restauants, shopping, popular sightseeing attractions, etc. Appreciated access to washer & dryer, as well as beach chairs, beach towels, cooler, etc. Will stay here again.
Me and my wife stayed for a week, we loved the property very cozy. Close to the beach and wonderful restaurants. The host Lynne and Doug were perfect host! We hope to be back thank you Lynne and Doug!
Enrique and Brunie
This is a good location and the home was very nice. The hosts are close to the property but they give you your space. Everything was as they posted in the description.
Had a great first visit to Sarasota to visit a friend. This apartment was excellent for the two of us. Close to the airport and downtown. Private parking and little cottage apartment. We will definitely stay here again in our next visit.
This property was great for our short stay in Sarasota. Description and photos accurate, very clean and Lynn and Doug could not have been more accessible to anything we needed or had a question! Will plan to use this again should the need arise !
Really nice cottage. It is clean and comfortable with nice decorations and a private garden. The location is very convenient to places in Sarasota. Lynne and Doug are great hosts. From the things they prepared and arranged in the cottage and around, you can tell that they are very considerate of their guests. Communication with them was very easy. We enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend their cottage to anyone!
We loved the cottage. Just the right size for two. Easy to find, lots to do. Close to grocery store. We cooked most of our meals on the grill supplied by our host. Doug n Lynne covered all our needs n answered all questions. Will go back
We stayed two weeks in this lovely cottage and had a great time. The cottage is very comfortable and has numerous amenities to make the stay pleasant and easy. The owners provided plenty of beach gear, lots of fluffy towels and nice soaps, access to a washer and dryer and a fully equipped and outfitted kitchen for preparing meals at home. We also spent a lot of time sitting outside at the table or sunning on the lounge chairs. The garden is very private and surrounded by orchids and other beautiful plants. Lynne and Doug are welcoming and friendly, yet give you plenty of privacy. The location is convenient to downtown and provides easy access to Lido and Siesta Key beaches. We wanted to rent again next year but someone beat us to it! Highly recommend.
The cottage is truly lovely, and very restful. It is tastefully decorated and had everything we needed. There is a fully equipped kitchen, a lovely bathroom with shower, a storage closet, a comfortable bed with nightstands and a dresser for storing our clothes, and a cozy living room, with loveseat, two chairs, and an entertainment center with TV. Our hosts thoughtfully provided access to a washer and dryer, and they had beach towels, and chairs, and even frisbees and games to take to the beach.
The gardens outside are lovely and there is an outdoor table and chairs where we enjoyed our coffee and breakfast. The cottage feels hidden away because of the tropical foliage and delightful garden. Even though the area had been experiencing a drought, it felt like a little slice of paradise to us.
There is so much to explore and do in the Sarasota area. We were only five minutes from the Ringling Museum and estate, about five minutes from downtown where there are lots of good restaurants and interesting shops, and less than ten minutes to the Selby botanical gardens. We spent one evening at Lido Beach to watch the sunset about ten minutes away, and we spent the last afternoon on Siesta Key, which is only about 15 minutes away, although it took us at least that long again to find a parking space. Sunday afternoons seem like prime time for everyone to go to the beach.
We enjoyed every minute of our stay at the cottage, and we look forward to returning in the future.
We enjoyed our stay here and hopefully we will be back. It is just like the pictures. The owners were great! Thank you for letting us stay at your property!