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Barbie Dream Bungalow– Sarasota’s Hidden Gem! 1 Mile to downtown!

2.0 star property

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Pool
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms150 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly

About this property

Entire place

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

Barbie Dream Bungalow– Sarasota’s Hidden Gem! 1 Mile to downtown!

Welcome to the Barbie Dream Bungalow – a playful paradise that puts a splash of pink into your next getaway! Nestled in the highly desirable West of Trail area, this charming 3-bedroom, den, and 2-bathroom retreat is just minutes from the heart of Sarasota, Siesta Key’s sugar-sand beaches, and the trendy Southside Village. This home mixes chic upgrades with a touch of retro flair, creating a vacation vibe that’s bright, bold, and absolutely unforgettable.

Inside, you’ll find refinished heart pine floors, a fully updated kitchen, stylish lighting, and cozy nooks for unwinding. The living room invites you in with a wood-burning fireplace, perfect for a relaxing evening, and a built-in bar to add a little sparkle to your stay.

Step outside, and it’s all about leisure! Dine al fresco on the screened lanai or make a splash in the 8-foot-deep saltwater pool surrounded by lush, private gardens. When the sun sets, gather by the cozy fire pit and soak up Sarasota’s laid-back charm. This spot is fully loaded with amenities, from a two-car garage to a washer and dryer for your convenience.

Property manager

Lauren Briles

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center

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)

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,611 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 28

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

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
This property accepts cash
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 12
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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 neighborhood

Map
Sarasota, FL

What's nearby

  • Sarasota Memorial Hospital - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Marie Selby Botanical Gardens - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Marina Jack - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • St. Armands Circle - 8 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Lido Beach - 19 min drive - 9.1 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Yummy House - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Barbie Dream Bungalow– Sarasota’s Hidden Gem! 1 Mile to downtown! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Barbie Dream Bungalow– Sarasota’s Hidden Gem! 1 Mile to downtown! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Barbie Dream Bungalow– Sarasota’s Hidden Gem! 1 Mile to downtown!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Barbie Dream Bungalow– Sarasota’s Hidden Gem! 1 Mile to downtown!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Barbie Dream Bungalow– Sarasota’s Hidden Gem! 1 Mile to downtown! located?

Located in Central Sarasota, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Sarasota Memorial Hospital, Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, and Payne Park. Bayfront Park and Marina Jack are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Barbie Dream Bungalow– Sarasota’s Hidden Gem! 1 Mile to downtown! Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

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

7.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joshua D.

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

Excellent

It was a wonderful stay! This place had everything you needed for a Sarasota getaway. The host was great! Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela H.

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

Definitely not the mojo dojo casa house!

This Barbie Dream House was a great deal of fun. Subtle and obvious decor touches make you smile in every room. The pool area is gorgeous and the location is super convenient. Communicating with the go-to person was seamless. My only caution is to use good sense coming in and out of the property. It is about two blocks from a main road, and there are ways to use the traffic lights in the area to your advantage rather than the crazy leaps the GPS takes. I will definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Patrick B.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Barbie's got issues

The home was cute and neighborhood good, but the stay from hell is what this VRBO turned out to be. Should have left on day one when we entered and the house was dirty and the laundry undone. Instead I washed all the towels and sheets and made the bed. Worse, no TV! Solved TV but making an appointment w cable guy and spending hours in process. Even worse, home had a musty smell that would not go away. By day 3 had developed respiratory issues and checked out early. Host was sympathetic but not responsive. Could have stayed at the Ritz for the cost of slumming it with Barbie and Ken
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025