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A firepit, a garden and a playground are just a few of the amenities provided at Discover Real Florida UP CLOSE! Tropical Escape Sarasota. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices), and guests can find other amenities, such as an arcade/games room and laundry facilities.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly

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About this property

Discover Real Florida UP CLOSE! Tropical Escape Sarasota

  • Enjoy nature and everything Sarasota!
    • Refreshing breezes of private wrap-around deck perched above 2 acres of Real Florida.
    • Most pets welcome**
    • Comfortable beds & many USB ports.
    • Towels; bedding; fully equipped kitchen
    • Bikes, portable-crib, 1st day cont breakfast
    • Boat/truck/RV parking (ask permission/pricing)
    • Air conditioned rooms; plenty of hot water
    • Special occasions*
    • EV Charging Station (ask if it matters)
    • Secluded, yet close enough to enjoy Lido & Siesta Key beaches, events at Benderson Park, plus 5-star shopping & dining of University Town Center.
    • Pool & fitness center: ask for a status update
    • Sleeps comfortably 1-12, up to 24 nice people (“if you really love each other”). We provide extra comfy mattresses on floor, couch, pull out sofa bed, air mattresses or wherever you can fit (upon requested need)
    • 1400 ft.² Elevated accommodations (2nd floor)

    NOTES:
    Prior to 2022 our Tropical Escape had been most wish-listed, with 345 reviews (4.82/5.00). We can provide those reviews upon request - we no longer do business with that company.

    We look forward to hosting your Tropical Escape in Sarasota, Florida !
    Michael

    * We love hosting special occasions, celebrations, family reunions, and more. Ask for special pricing and packages.

    ** Pet fees are per pet, and charged by weight. Unattended pets may incur roaming fees if uncrated. Please ask for pet policy and pricing details before booking.

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About the area

Located in Sarasota, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the ocean. Mall at University Town Center and St. Armands Circle are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Nathan Benderson Park and Lido Beach. Consider Premier Sports Campus for a night out or Mote Science Education Aquarium if you're travelling with kids. Visit our Sarasota travel guide
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Sarasota, FL

What's nearby

  • The Mall at the University Town Center with a modern building, palm trees, and a clear sky.
    Mall at University Town Center
    8 min drive - 6.3 km
  • A wooden bridge with railings, a body of water, and a modern building in the background.
    Nathan Benderson Park
    9 min drive - 7.7 km
  • A blue building with a sign that reads "MOTE AQUARIUM" and "Marine Mammal Research and Rehabilitation Center".
    Mote Science Education Aquarium
    10 min drive - 7.0 km
  • An aerial view of a city intersection with a central green space surrounded by roads and buildings.
    St. Armands Circle
    21 min drive - 13.5 km
  • A beach with lifeguard towers, clear turquoise water, and people sunbathing.
    Lido Beach
    22 min drive - 14.5 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    7 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    11 min walk
  • Taco Bell
    9 min walk
  • Culver's
    2 min drive
  • Charleys Cheesesteaks
    11 min walk
  • Subway
    12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Discover Real Florida UP CLOSE! Tropical Escape Sarasota have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Discover Real Florida UP CLOSE! Tropical Escape Sarasota pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 4 total) with a maximum weight of up to 453 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Discover Real Florida UP CLOSE! Tropical Escape Sarasota?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Discover Real Florida UP CLOSE! Tropical Escape Sarasota?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Discover Real Florida UP CLOSE! Tropical Escape Sarasota?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Discover Real Florida UP CLOSE! Tropical Escape Sarasota located?

This family-friendly Sarasota holiday home is located by the ocean, within 3 mi (5 km) of University Park Country Club and Northeast Plaza Shopping Center. Mote Science Education Aquarium and Asolo Theatre for the Performing Arts are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Reviews

Discover Real Florida UP CLOSE! Tropical Escape Sarasota Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 79 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 79 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 79 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 79 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 79 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was very welcoming and generous. Very private and secluded. Provided breakfast and all essentials for a comfortably stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful host!

Great host, extremely welcoming. Very comfortable and roomy house. Appreciated the goodies left for us for breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

The property was located convenient to grocery stores/restaurants, and beaches. Worked perfect for our large group. And host was excellent.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Such a great stay!

The property was spacious, well-equipped, and perfectly located—quiet and secluded, yet close to shops and restaurants. The host was incredibly helpful and attentive, making everything easy and enjoyable. I truly appreciated the opportunity to stay here and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend it. Thank you for a wonderful experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Florida Escape!

This property was perfect for our group of eight. It is secluded enough to feel like you are in a beautiful tropical jungle, yet every amenity you need is within walking distance. Michael is a great host and wants to make sure that you have a wonderful stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice property with privacy from neighbors

Nice property. House is pretty secluded from those around it. Pool and hot tub are great. About 5 miles from downtown Sarasota and 30 minutes out to the Gulf of Mexico.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful experience!

If you are looking for a getaway, this is the spot! Everything was clean and the amenities were great! We will be back next year! Thanks again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Natural Beauty

We loved the natural beauty of the property. This was a lovely place to stay, with a walking trail surrounded by interesting plants and animals. Comfortable beds, nice deck, and a hot tub. Fantastic!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Setting

The house was located on a beautifully landscaped secluded lot with several trees and lush plants. The outdoor lights added a magical glow. There was plenty of room for our group and we were able to set up extra beds as needed. The host was very attentive and even made arrangements to meet with us the next day to retrieve some items we forgot.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Extended Family Vacation

Lovely location, accommodating & responsive host. Communication was excellent. Michael was very helpful in getting us settled in as well as offering local recommendations & assistance with the pool & hot tub. We were able to sleep 14: 4 people in 2 bedrooms & 6 in the 3rd. It was close quarters, but worth it to spend the holidays together.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hidden gem!

Located in an amazing location - so close to everything, but very secluded. Mark was very easy to communicate with and even left us breakfast for the first morning! Didn't get a chance to use the pool, but it is much larger than it appears in pictures. Would highly recommend for anyone looking for a reasonable accomodation in the Sarasota/Bradenton area.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Communication, location

Review

We had a great experience staying at this property! The place was cute, clean, and had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. The host was fantastic—extremely friendly, responsive, and very attentive to all our questions, which made the entire process smooth and enjoyable. The only suggestion I would make is to update the pictures on the website, as a few things have changed since they were taken. Overall, we had a wonderful time and would definitely recommend this property to others!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Location for Our Small Wedding

We booked this location for 5 days for our small wedding (20 people). The host was beneficial in coordinating and communicating with us regarding details and questions. Having everything that we needed on-site and in good condition was incredible.If you are looking for something that is close to main areas like UTC and downtown Sarasota, but also with privacy and a beautiful piece of property, this is the place!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Countryside stay within the city

Very friendly host and gives excellent recommendations to tourists. Thank you very much! The amenities were totally enjoyed by the entire group. The property is modestly decorated but with all the expected amenities. According to the owner, the smell of sulfur in the water is something that is beyond his control.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing weekend

We came to celebrate my dad's 70th birthday and this place was perfect. Owner gave us a warm welcoming. House was clean,the outside was great for kids. Owner helped us prepare the backyard and was very nice to us. when we came into the house we were greeted by a full fruit basket and breakfast croissants! We had a great weekend. Thank you Michael!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful

This house was the perfect getaway for my family and I. It was close enough to drive to any place that you needed; food, grocery stores, etc. But, it was still closed off from the public where we had our privacy. My family and I loved the pool, hot tub, bicycles, and everything that was included. It felt like a home away from home and we are already looking forward to coming back in the future. There were no complications and our manager, Michael was very helpful with everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quick Weekend Trip

Came for weekend and arrived late at night. Pleasant surprise that host had left us muffins for morning since we hadn’t gotten anything since we were so late due to delays. Good communication and directions. Very clean upon arrival and as described. Good selection of restaurants near by. Definitely will be back next year. Michael was a kind host. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sarasota Hidden Gem

Shhhh…this is a hidden gem. We needed a base for some medical appointments we had in Lakewood Ranch traveling from SC. Michael was the perfect host of an amazing laid back beautiful hidden home. Very large comfortable accommodations nestled in beautiful live oaks and greenery near to beaches, restaurants and shopping. Having your own pool and hot tub was an amazing and relaxing way to end our busy days. Full kitchen and eating area made you feel you were at home. Comfortable beds…very clean. Thank you Michael for a perfect stay. We will be back!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location for our our family while we were in Sarasota
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay with family or larger group

We had everything we needed to make our stay so comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Good communication and great quite place will book again for sure
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Place

It was a wonderful and the host was great, couldn’t ask for a better place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lots of room

Great place for a larger family or friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good Stay!

The location was good, lots of land and privacy and everything we needed was there.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect stay!

Loved our stay at this perfect property! We travelled for a baseball tournament and this house was perfectly located between baseball parks, the beach and activities. Everything we needed was there and plenty of extras too.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023