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Come live the simple life: Close to Siesta, Relaxing with sunroom, patio.

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Interior

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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

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

About this property

Entire place

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

Come live the simple life: Close to Siesta, Relaxing with sunroom, patio.

Come live the simple life:
Not quite two miles from the Best Beach in the World, this lovely little home boasts an open floor plan with kitchen and dining area combined with a family room for easy and spacious living.
The 1140 square foot living space was built in 1963 in one of Sarasota's most convenient neighborhoods, Gulf Gate. The master bedroom features a queen size bed, dual night stands, dresser and Smart TV. The second bedroom offers one twin and one full bed. A shared bath features a frolicking beach theme with a tub/shower combo. The second bathroom offers a stall shower and new washer and dryer. A new dishwasher, coffee maker, waffle maker and stainless kettle round out the well appointed kitchen.
The paver patio out back is framed with Areca and Adonidia palms and offers time in the sun or tend to your BBQ on the gas grill. Dine out on the patio table and enjoy the breezes through the privacy palms.
A single car port provides shelter for your vehicle.
Walk or enjoy the beach cruisers into the Gulf Gate area restaurants, bars and shops, and continue on another easy mile to Siesta Key over the South Bridge. A quiet, tucked away residential neighborhood that is amazingly close to the best that Sarasota has to offer. Discounts available for 30 day plus bookings.
This home is set up exclusively for VRBO. You will not be tangling yourself up in any one else's possessions. We've all been there, and it can be a little weird. The Half Moon House is a simple solution to your Sarasota holiday needs and operated with your comfort and convenience as our first priority.
Please note!!! If you would like to reserve the Half Moon House for longer than 4 weeks, please send us an inquiry first. VRBO does not allow for a maximum booking feature, but we need to communicate with you prior to booking extended stays. Thank you!!!
While our home is clean, convenient and safe, please not that it is an older home. We always price fairly to reflect. Please see our nearly perfect five star reviews!

Property manager

Rick Honish

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,470 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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 not allowed

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

About the neighborhood

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Sarasota, FL

What's nearby

  • Crescent Beach - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Siesta Key Beach - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Turtle Beach - 9 min drive - 7.5 km
  • St. Armands Circle - 19 min drive - 17.4 km
  • Lido Beach - 21 min drive - 19.4 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lovely Square - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Gulf Gate Food + Beer - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Munchies Cafe - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Shaner's Pizza - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Moondoggy's Saloon - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Come live the simple life: Close to Siesta, Relaxing with sunroom, patio. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Come live the simple life: Close to Siesta, Relaxing with sunroom, patio. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Come live the simple life: Close to Siesta, Relaxing with sunroom, patio. ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Come live the simple life: Close to Siesta, Relaxing with sunroom, patio. located?

Located in Gulf Gate Estates, this vacation home is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Gulf Gate Golf Club and 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Siesta Key Beach. Gulf Gate Mall and Sarasota Memorial Health Care System are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 60 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 60 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 60 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 60 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 60 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jenny G.

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

Family visit

Very comfortable, clean, and well equipped. We enjoyed the front porch and back patio area.Good area to walk in. Felt very safe. Would stay there again. The host was very accommodating and quick to respond to any questions or concerns.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kellie C.

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

Great all around!!

Clean… decorated very nice.. all the amenities you needed!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randy Y.

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

Half Moon review

We very much enjoyed our stay at Half Moon. We were here for the month of February. The neighborhood is a quiet, well kept area. It is easy access to restaurants, stores, and Siesta Key. Half Moon has everything you need to enjoy your stay. This is the most well stocked place we have stayed at in Sarasota. Rick is a very responsive host.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg M.

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

What a great little get away!

We had a wonderful stay at this beach-themed home! The property was impeccably clean, and the decor truly created a relaxing, coastal atmosphere. The location was perfect for us, just a short distance from our daughter, who had just welcomed her second baby. It made visiting so easy and convenient. The home had everything we needed for a comfortable stay, and we felt right at home. Highly recommend this lovely spot for anyone looking for a peaceful, well-located getaway. The Host has every intention of making your stay a great experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

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

Awesome place !

We had a great stay at the Half Moon house. It was super clean had everything we needed and it was within walking distance to delicious restaurants.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Thomas Z., Rochester

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

Very nice rental

The unit is very nicely furnished. The location is great and the neighborhood is beautiful. All necessary shopping is close.
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Josiah Z.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Ok but outdated and dusty

The property was more rundown and dusty then I expected it to be. They did have lots of things like blankets and kitchen items but I would not stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Len M.

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

Gulf Gate visit

This is an older property in a nice area with lots of activities nearby. It has everything you need for a stay. If you're looking for new and shiny, this is not the property. If you don't mind an older property, this worked well. Primarily used is as a place to sleep in between rounds of golf. Beds were comfortable, 2nd bath is a bit rustic but worked just fine. Rick was very responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

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

Great vacation home

Ideal location for exploring beaches and other Sarasota attractions. House was well equipped, and Rick was super responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pauline G.

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

Half Moon VRBO

This property is great! Great location and close to restaurants. The property had everything we needed plus. I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Timothy D.

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

Very comfortable and quiet

Rick was extremely accommodating and always available for issues or questions. The house was clean and comfortable. The neighborhood is quiet and very well kept. I would stay there again.
Stayed 16 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

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

Great place in Gulf Gate

My family and I stayed 3 nights at Rick’s place. It was clean, comfortable, and close to Siesta Key. Rick provided great instructions and check in was easy. The house was filled with supplies to take care of all our needs. We had a great experience and would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roger W.

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

Sarasota Hideaway

Nice place. As advertised. Out of the way, quiet neighborhood but close enough to beaches, restaurants etc. Host was great with communication.
Stayed 15 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Travis B.

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

Everything that we needed

We had a wonderful stay at the Half Moon. Rick was a great host and the house had everything that we needed and then some. The house was close to the beach and located in a nice quiet neighborhood. Thanks again Rick.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deanne O.

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

half moon house

Half Moon house was a great place to serve as our home base while in Sarasota. Great floor plan for relaxing with our friends. Rick was a great host, responded right away with anything we threw his way.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenny B.

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

Wonderful stay at Half Moon House!

We had such a great time in the Sarasota area staying at The Half Moon House. It was exactly as depicted in the listing and all the other reviews were accurate. This house was as clean as could be, had everything you could possibly need for your beach vacation, was in a nice neighborhood, close to Publix and 10 minutes from the beach. Oh, and the price was reasonable for what you get. Rick was very responsive. Hope to stay here again sometime soon!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Laurie C.

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

Cozy, Comfy and Clean!

We so enjoyed staying at the Half Moon house! It was very comfortable, cozy and clean! There were many personal touches and useful things to use for the beach. We have had some "unfortunate" experiences at other properties we have stayed at, so, Kudos to the cleaning crew here. We appreciated the good job they did. Rick, the owner, was a wonderful, responsive and friendly communicator. The neighborhood was nice and felt very safe. It is convenient to the beach, shopping and restaurants. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin S.

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

Excellent home away from home!

Nestled in safe, quiet, beautiful Gulf Gate, this lovely home is less than 10 minute drive to Siesta Beach. Many shops and amenities within 1 mile.Property itself was lovely! Spotless and tidy. Nice swing out front, a lanai out back and backyard both with seating areas. House had everything we needed and more: 2 bikes, camping chairs, large cooler on wheels & beach towels. 2 lg bedrooms, master w/ king bed, 2nd w/ a double and a single. Both rooms had large closets. 2 bathrooms which thankfully had some extra toiletries in case yours explode in your suitcase as ours did!Full kitchen with fridge, stove, microwave, dishwasher, toaster, coffee maker, all utensils, dishes, etc.. Washer, dryer, large seating areas and Alexa speaker. Host leaves easy to follow instructions on the kitchen table, access to the unit was a breeze.Rick, our host, was truly the best host we have ever experienced. There was an unpredictable breakdown of the AC unit (which had previously been working fine). We messaged him and he responded within minutes. He had the unit replaced in record time on a holiday weekend! His communication was excellent, he made sure we were not inconvenienced for 1 second and he was extrememly fair and generous with price as a result of this small unavoidable event. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and noted multiple times that it felt like home. We have friends who live in the area that were equally impressed. Highly recommend & will stay again on next trip to Sarasota!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aimee H.

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

Hidden Gem

This little gem is located in a quiet neighborhood just minutes from shopping, restaurants and the beach. Not only is the home nice, clean and open, it is stocked with EVERYTHING you need. I can’t say enough about the little details....bikes to ride in the neighborhood, games to play with the family, books to read and anything you could want to take to the beach. Simply amazing! The owner is very friendly and responds quickly to all questions. I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marisa K.

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

Perfect Spring Break Escape

So happy we chose to stay at the Half Moon House! Rick was a great host and immediately helped us with any questions we had. The neighborhood is quiet and the beds were very comfortable! The house was just the right size for our multigenerational group! Grandma loved it and so did the teenagers, which made this Mama happy! Everything was clean and the furniture was comfy for lounging in the evening. The patio was perfect for a morning cup of coffee and some quiet time for reading a good book. The house is centrally located which made it easy to get to all our favorite places in the area including St. Armand’s Circle, the mall at University Town Center, Venice and of course Siesta Key! I can’t wait to come back again!!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary R.

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

Sarasota Stay

Property was in a nice, safe neighborhood. We enjoyed having access to the bikes for a ride around the neighborhood in the evening. Property location is convenient since it is within 1-2 miles of grocery store, and 10 minute drive to Siesta Key beach. Golf also was a short drive away. Extremely well equipped with amenities like beach towels, beach chairs, cooler, etc. It was very clean and checkin was easy and smooth. Outdoor patio was a great place to enjoy coffee in the quiet of the morning or relax in the evening. Second bathroom is not a true second bathroom since located in laundry room, but would function fine for kids. We would definitely consider staying here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Wonderful winter escape

We just returned home after spending the last 2 weeks at this lovely home. We enjoyed every minute of our stay and wanted to let others know that they would definitely enjoy spending their vacation here. Rick was a pleasure to deal with. He responded quickly to every inquiry that we made of him. The home was situated ideally for us ....close to the Legacy Trail which was a real highlight of our stay. The bikes which are provided were used to ride many miles and we enjoyed taking them out through the quiet neighborhood as well. Location was also very close to the beaches and easy to navigate the route to them. Overall I would rate this rental a solid 5 stars. Thank you Rick for allowing us to stay in your lovely home!!!
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jean G.

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

Graduation weekend getaway

I came to Sarasota to celebrate my nephew's graduation from high school in Gulf Gate Estates. We were able to enjoy beaches in the area, restaurants, and the calm quiet neighborhood. The house was clean and fresh, with plenty of sleeping and lounging space, equipped with everything you might need. We did buy our own food and enjoy it there. We enjoyed the backyard space in the early morning in the lush Florida greenery. Whether or not you are in and out going places, or you just want to lay back and read for hours doing nothing, this place is such a respite. The house is spread out so each guest can have his /her own space. We were very comfortable and I would recommend this place to anyone for its tropical feel, cleanliness, and open space. Instructions were clear and simple. Thank you to our host who made our stay relaxing and enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

D L.

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

Sweet Home Sarasota

The images of this lovely property are 100% accurate, but they do not completely capture the warmth of this roomy, sweet suburban home. The kitchen has lots of cupboards filled with anything you could need, even junk drawers. The open kitchen and living room layout is attractive and convenient. The sunroom and patio are appealing, but I am sad to say were rarely used, along with the grill, bikes, and more. The bedrooms have large closets and the master bedroom has a comfy bed. It's a quiet neighborhood too. Any questions are answered in the detailed instructions left by the hosts. And this house is close to everything! Everything. Minutes away you have many small international restaurants on Gateway Ave. There is a Publix less than five minutes away. Going on a boat cruise or a trolley tour, get there quickly. Main Street, St. Armands Circle, and theaters are within 15 minutes. The beach, didn't make it there, but close by too. You feel like you are home when you are here.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg B.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024