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Pool Home 10 Minutes to the Beach - "Read About the Surf Shack!"

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Interior
Pool
Smart TV, DVD player, books, music library
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8177 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Pool

About this property

Entire place

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

Pool Home 10 Minutes to the Beach - "Read About the Surf Shack!"

Welcome to Your Ideal Sarasota Getaway!

If you're seeking a centrally located vacation home just moments from top amenities—including shopping centers, grocery stores, renowned restaurants, and the stunning Siesta Key Beach—you've found the perfect place. This fully renovated home offers a tranquil retreat in a safe, quiet neighborhood, complete with modern luxuries to ensure your stay is as comfortable as it is memorable.

The main home includes three bedrooms and two bathrooms, thoughtfully designed for relaxation and convenience. For those traveling with extended family or friends, an optional detached guest suite—"The Surf Shack"—serves as a fourth bedroom and is available for an additional $39 per night. If you choose to include it in your stay, we’ll send a separate invoice after booking. Please note: the listed price reflects the main home only.

The Surf Shack is detached from the main home and features its own private entrance, full bathroom, kitchenette, TV, and Wi-Fi—perfect for guests seeking added privacy and independence.

Additional amenities include:

High-speed Wi-Fi throughout the property

Six smart TVs

Outdoor grill

Portable beach chairs and umbrellas

Cornhole and board games for family fun

A spacious, fully fenced backyard—pet-friendly for your furry companions

Please note: the pool is not heated and may be cooler between November and April.

We are Sarasota locals and are happy to assist promptly with any questions or requests. Our goal is to provide a seamless, enjoyable experience and exceed your expectations.

Feel free to reach out if you need anything specific—we look forward to hosting you!

Property manager

Christopher Rielly

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fully-fenced
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 step to reach entrance
  • No elevator
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,900 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 29

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
The cleaning team always appreciates when guests start a full load of towels!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Please no pets in the pool
If the patio doors are open, please ensure the AC unit is turned off

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Map
Sarasota, FL

What's nearby

  • Sarasota Memorial Hospital - 7 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Siesta Key Beach - 9 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Marina Jack - 11 min drive - 9.5 km
  • St. Armands Circle - 16 min drive - 14.9 km
  • Lido Beach - 19 min drive - 17.0 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪APlus at Sunoco - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Buffet City - ‬2 min drive
  • FOE Club #2756

Frequently asked questions

Does Pool Home 10 Minutes to the Beach - "Read About the Surf Shack!" have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Pool Home 10 Minutes to the Beach - "Read About the Surf Shack!" pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Pool Home 10 Minutes to the Beach - "Read About the Surf Shack!"?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pool Home 10 Minutes to the Beach - "Read About the Surf Shack!"?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Pool Home 10 Minutes to the Beach - "Read About the Surf Shack!" located?

This family-friendly Sarasota vacation home is located near the beach, within 3 mi (5 km) of Bee Ridge Park, Coconuts Family Entertainment Center and The Landings. Sarasota Memorial Health Care System is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) away.

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Pool Home 10 Minutes to the Beach - "Read About the Surf Shack!" Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 87 out of 95 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 95 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 95 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 95 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 95 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Asha H.

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

The best

We had an amazing time. And the host we’re wonderful and accommodating! We will definitely be back next year! Thank you, again
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah B.

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

Wonderful Stay & Perfect for our Group

The home is adorable and since we didn’t arrive until late in the evening, we appreciated that it was well lit. Very clean and cute! We would definitely stay there again. The screened in porch is just the best! The owners were very attentive and cared that we had an excellent stay. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenny W.

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

Great House/Great Host!

We had a great time at this VRBO and Chris was an amazing host. The house was perfect for us. The neighborhood was quiet and safe and the pool was a nice extra touch to the experience. We had a very relaxing vacation and the house contributed to this as an overall great experience.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie Campbell C.

Great location, clean and spacious property with everything you need for a Florida holiday!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay the property is in a quiet location but still close to shops and amenities. There is a large lanai and pool area to chill out and the interior is tastefully furnished. Highly recommended!
Stayed 13 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michelle F.

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

Lovely home! Great location!

My family and I stayed at this home for a week and I can’t say enough about how wonderful it was! The house is perfect! It has everything you need and is located in a great area, close to everything. The pool was amazing and very clean. We will definitely stay here again next time we visit Sarasota.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Kathleen C.

A very comfortable and pretty home. It was well equipted with whatever we would need

Loved it
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Christopher R., Ottawa, ON

Amazing Vacation

This house was big, clean, comfortable and amazing, the house had everything we needed and beyond, we enjoyed the pool and the rooms were big and clean. Chris was very nice and helpful when i was booking this house. The Family loved the house did not want to leave. We will definitely be back again next year!

10/10 Excellent

Richard D., Union

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

Great place for a family getaway

We enjoyed staying here. It was conveniently located to the things we did. It was just a short drive to siesta key. It had plenty of room for a family of four. Our grown kids loved having their own rooms and we put the kitchen and grill to good use. We also appreciated the beach chairs and cooler that we used most days. The pool was nice but too cool to swim in during Dec/Jan. We would stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Audra P., Newark, US

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

Fantastic vacation

A perfect vacation getaway in a lovely, immaculate home with a gracious host. Chris answered all emails swiftly and we needed nothing. Home is well equipped and in a great location to everything. We enjoyed the pool, and the yard was perfect for our Labrador to run around in. Coming back again next year!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Christine H., Jefferson,GA

Roomy and great location

My Mother and I stayed here to attend a graduation. We found it exactly what we needed for the two of us and her little chihuahua. It rained every day so the pool did not get used. I have to say that Chris was so responsive to any needs we had. The only suggestion I had was that maybe a heavier, non seethrough curtains or blinds and also that smoke detector needed to be replaced.. this place is in a quiet neighborhood but still close to shopping. Great space for a family to spread out in.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2018
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10/10 Excellent

David B.

Fantastic!

We found this house when planning our first real family vacation in over 4 years. We couldn’t have been happier here! The house was great with a nice relaxed feel and plenty of room for our kids to run around. Chris was great from the start offering some toys and a crib for our youngest. His amazing communication never stopped through the whole trip and when we were faced with all day thunderstorms, Chris and his wife showed up with a DVD player and a selection of kids movies and books/puzzles. The only down side was my family didn’t want to leave! Highly recommend this house to any family.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Catherine G.

Book it!!!

My husband, two young children and I just got home from a fantastic week in Sarasota.The house is even better than the pictures. Each room is very large and there's a ton of room to spread out in the indoor and outdoor living areas. The screened in lanai /pool was wonderful for the evenings and with a fully fenced yard and beautiful trees, it was all very private. We could enjoy being "outside" without the bugs. What truly made this a fantastic experience for us, though, was the owner and property manager. Not only did they provide us with all of the baby necessities we needed (crib and highchair), but they even brought our kids some toys to play with while we were there! I can not say enough good things about this rental home. The location was perfect, walking distance to Publix, Walmart, Denny's, Walgreens and a short 10 minute drive to the beach and just 10 minutes to downtown - Siesta Key is paradise once again!

8/10 Good

Curt M P., Roswell, GA 30075

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location

Not What We Initially Expected

The title reflects our initial impression of the property we rented in terms of location. When we sought a property in Sarasota, we were looking for a house close but not on the beach - either Lido or Siesta. A map showed many houses fitting that location, but in the process, we identified this unit that was further from beach than we had intended. However, once we were situated, we realized that accessibility to Siesta beach was not that difficult from this address. The pictures of the house adequately depicted the house and associated pool. We had three grandchildren with us ranging in ages from 11 to 14, and they enjoyed the pool very much. The pool is enclosed by a screened canopy that attached directly to the house. One issue I noted that is a potential problem is that when the children come from the pool into the house through a screened patio is that they leave a trail of wet foot prints, leading up two steps into the house, and when you step out of the house down two steps onto the wet floor there is the danger that you might slip and fall -- I did. It would be helpful if the floor in that pathway was either covered with an outdoor type carpet or else a slip proof carpet pad be placed by the steps to absorb the moisture and to provide a slip-proof surface to step down onto. The first night we were at the house, the AC shut down, probably due to the foot traffic out of and into the cooled living area because the sliding glass doors were inadvertently left ajar. I called the owner, and we were able to get the system running again, but he called his AC service rep and they came out the next morning and did some repairs on the system, and then it performed effectively after that with no other shut down issues. This is a 3 bedroom, two bath unit, and one bedroom is located at the opposite end of the house from the other two bedrooms - adjacent to the kitchen. That room was several degrees warmer than the other two bedrooms apparently due to the long run required to get cool air to that room. A small fan was provided to help cool that room and all bedrooms had ceiling fans for supplemental cooling. However, that room's temperature runs too warm for comfort during the hot summer months in Sarasota, so I would not rent this house a gain during that time of year. We enjoyed our stay at this house, once we worked through the initial issues described above.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

sue b.

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

This place is PERFECT!

We were allowed to check in early and check out late, which is pretty rare. The location of this house is near the beach and every store you could possibly need. The beds and the bedding were excellent. House was cleaned impeccably, and I am picky. The pool is much prettier in person than the pictures depict and there were plenty of toys to play with. Big TV’s in every room. The screen porch is amazing. If you are visiting Sarasota and need a place to stay, this is it. The owners were extremely responsive and a pleasure to deal with.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shaun C.

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

Great Holiday in the sun.

Great property, spacious, clean and well equipped and in a very nice location central for all attractions in the area. Pool was fabulous and refreshing from the heat. Chris was very accommodating and responsive to any questions . Would most definitely stay again if in the area. Regards The Cooper Family.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori K.

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

Awesome rental!

My husband, our grown son, his significant other and an 11 year old had a wonderful Christmas in this home! The weather was cold for Florida so we did not venture out much but shopping was really close so we cooked all our meals and just made memories! The pool is not heated so I was not expecting to be able to use it anyway. We had our fur babies with us and they enjoyed the fully fenced yard as much as the rest of their human family. The lanai was great too with a tv so on the warm days we took advantage. We are from Illinois and we missed a blizzard with temperatures -40 degrees so we were very happy to be in this cute little beach house for Christmas 2022!
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Renee B.

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

Great trip

The house was awesome! Everything we needed for our stay was provided. The host was very helpful & communication was great! Will definitely come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jen K.

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

Amazing Property for an Amazing Trip

This property was exactly as advertised. Chris was great at communicating and checking on our group. We could not have asked for better accommodations. Can’t wait to stay here again on our next visit!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gail B.

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

Beachy Bungalow

Chris was an amazing host!! He was so attentive and quick to respond to any questions! His place was clean and neat! My husband and I absolutely loved staying at his place! My furbabies were also very comfortable! I can't say enough great things about our stay at Chriss home! Quiet neighbors, very spacious home, big lanai, beautiful pool, big master bedroom. We absolutely loved staying there and will definitely book again! Super convenient to shopping and Siesta Beach!! Thank you so much Chris!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Annette R., Albuquerque, NM. USA

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

Great house in a good neighborhood

Wonderful house. Has a screened in lanai which comes in really handy for kids, or to just get away from everyone else lol. Around the corner from that is a perfect screened pool. The house is very close to a grocery store. Very well maintained. Owner was very responsive. Will definitely stay here again
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne B.

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

Perfect

Chris clearly takes pride in his property! The house is very comfortable and plenty of space for everyone to spread out. The pool is a perfect spot to relax!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen Kady D.

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

Amazing place close to everything

This is an amazing three bedroom home with plenty of room. Separate seating areas by the pool, kitchen, three season porch. The decorations were perfect and gave you a sense of being on the beach. The pool was so clean and beautiful. The hopes were excellent and would definitely stay here again. Definitely enough room for a bigger family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cyndi W.

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

Enjoyed it

Great house! Great location! Great communication with owner! Highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Samantha L.

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

Very nice home

Kids loved the pool! Lots of towels, beautiful 3 season porch and nice little yard. Close to the beach and we could walk to the grocery store. Perfect house for us to stay in!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

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

It was fun!

The property is really nice and clean. Chris was very good about responding and getting things done fast. We asked if there were lights by pool and the next day he made sure to hang up string lights that he had in storage. The house was very clean and everything was nice. The bedrooms were good size and the layout is nice. My husband and I were wishing it was our house because it would be perfect for our family. The only thing that would make it perfect would be a hot tub. LOL The house is in a great area, next to Publix or drive the opposite way for a Walmart Superstore. Also, it's very close to Siesta Key beach, downtown Sarasota and all those fun little restaurants. I highly recommend booking this place. Chris was very friendly and will bend over backwards to make your stay great! Thanks a lot Chris! :)
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022