Charming Beach Cottage on Lido Beach....walk to the beach and St Armand's Circle

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61950 sq ft

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Parking available
Air conditioning
Pet-friendly
Dryer
Washer
Outdoor space

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Sarasota, FL

Lido Beach
‪5 min walk‬
St. Armands Circle
‪9 min walk‬
Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium
‪5 min drive‬
Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Slow down enjoy this Cozy Beach Cottage steps from Lido Beach and St Armand's Circle.

This comfortably decorated home has just been updated with new linens, cookware, 55' Smart Bluetooth TV, BBQ grill and more. The backyard has a fun tiki bar, outdoor dining set, fire ring, horseshoe pit and is fenced for dogs.

Beach towels, rolling cooler and chairs are provided for a day at the beach accessed by the adjacent path. Someone said " it takes less time to walk from the house to the sand than it does to walk from the beginning of the sand to the water"
Yep....you are that close!

Both the living room and family room are great for conversation and the dining table comfortably seats 6.

This home is 3 bedrooms / 2 baths
The master bedroom has a luxurious Beauty-Rest Black Series king bed while the second bedroom is a queen. Both share the Jack and Jill bath.
The kitchen is fully stocked with everything you could need. A laundry room / office space completes the home.

The 3rd bedroom is wonderfully private with bath, queen bed, sitting area including a couch, chair and TV. There is also an office with a work space desk, counter top with coffee station, bar sink and mini fridge. The suite can be accessed either through the main home off the living room or through an exterior door..
It perfect for family, guests or friends that need a little extra space and privacy.
Our family loves the setup!!

The back yard of the suite is under the shade of a large tree and has an outdoor shower, and table & chairs for morning coffee or afternoon wine :)

Pets are allowed with owner approval. Dogs only...unfortunately no cats.

If an entire week is not in your vacation schedule please email me.......I can accommodate nights needed then block the calendar for a total of 7 nights to comply with Lido Beach rules!

There is a completely independent unit upstairs that is also on VRBO #2389948. It would be a perfect addition rented together with the cottage for a larger family that needs 4 bedrooms and a little extra room.

Property manager

Lisa

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English

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 27

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Always open to discuss! teens love location

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

Dog...2 with approval

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

no smoking have fun! come back :)

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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

Property Registration Number VR22-00125

About the area

Sarasota

Located in Sarasota, this holiday home is near the beach. 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 LECOM Park. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding.

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Sarasota, FL

What's nearby

Lido Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
St. Armands Circle - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
Marina Jack - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
Sarasota Memorial Hospital - 9 min drive - 7.3 km

Getting around

Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

‪Lido Beach Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
‪Marina Jack Yacht Basin - ‬7 min drive
‪Columbia Restaurant - ‬10 min walk
‪The Old Salty Dog - ‬5 min drive
‪Daiquiri Deck - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Beach Cottage on Lido Beach....walk to the beach and St Armand's Circle pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Charming Beach Cottage on Lido Beach....walk to the beach and St Armand's Circle?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Beach Cottage on Lido Beach....walk to the beach and St Armand's Circle?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming Beach Cottage on Lido Beach....walk to the beach and St Armand's Circle located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Lido Beach and St. Armands Circle. Coolidge Park and South Lido Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Hollie S.

Apr 19, 2025

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

Location!!!!

Wonderful stay. Location cannot be beat, just a five minute walk to shops and restaurants in St. Armand’s and beach is just right across the street. House is next to public beach access point, but not crowded because there’s not an any parking at that access. House is older, but it was comfy, clean, adorably decorated, and you aren’t there for the house anyway. Plenty of space for us and four college age girls. House is stocked with anything you may need, including all beach supplies. Would 100% stay again. Host was super responsive and accommodating.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda D.

Mar 22, 2025

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

Nothing short of AMAZING!

From the start communication was stellar! Needs anticipated and we could want for nothing. Everything about this happy house was simply perfect for our annual Lido Vacation. An absolute pleasure to simply relax and enjoy this beautiful home with plenty of room for us to enjoy work and living space as needed. And the outdoor space is phenomenal to boot! Simply the best VRBO experience we’ve ever had! All amenities offer a relaxed vibe with top-notch quality. I can’t say enough great things about this visit - We are so incredibly grateful for the opportunity to hang out and enjoy Lido in this spectacular home! Thank you!

Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim R.

Jan 21, 2025

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

Short get away

Property was clean and well stocked. Pretty much as described in listing. Check in process very easy. Owners were very friendly and easy to communicate with. Responded quickly to any questions. Had one issue during our stay and they had it corrected same day. Thumbs Up!Jersey Renters

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Jan 20, 2025

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

Great family house

Such a great place for the family and dogs. I was really impressed with all the amenities!

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

JASON R.

Jan 19, 2025

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

Cozy Beach Cottage

We had an amazing time staying at this property! The home was impeccably clean and the host was incredibly thoughtful, making sure we had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. The location was perfect—just a short walk to the beach. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience and would absolutely recommend this place to anyone looking for a relaxing getaway. We’d love to return in the future!

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Mike K.

Sep 29, 2024

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

Comfortable stay on Lido Key

Great location on Lido Key with the public beach access right next to the property. The Charming Cottage was well stocked and comfortable. This is a quiet neighborhood making our stay relaxing and enjoyable. We are very happy that we were able to bring our dog because she always travels with us. We would book this cottage again, because Sarasota's Lido Key is a great destination to get away to.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

George K.

Sep 11, 2024

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

Beautiful house and location. Wonderful host....Gem!

My wife and I really enjoyed our stay here! We previously stayed in the upstairs unit and loved both trips. The house was super clean and well equipped with everything you can possibly think of from full kitchen, to laundry room, to fun backyard with grill and bar. If you have a dog, there are plenty of fluffy beds and toys all over the cottage. The garage has everything you would need for a fun beach day: beach chairs, umbrella, beach cart, cooler, bikes, etc. The cottage location is perfect! It's about a 1 minute walk to the beach and about 5-10 minute walk to St. Armand's Circle, where you can find tons of places to eat and shop. Lisa is an amazing host! She is very attentive, friendly and personable. She quickly answered any questions we had and went out of her way to make sure we had a lovely stay. Everything was perfect! We loved out stay and will definitely return. Highly recommend staying here!

Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith J.

Aug 1, 2024

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Better than we imagined.

Everything was great and we were much closer to the beach than i had expected we would definitely come back again.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana G.

May 10, 2024

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

What a cute house!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay on Lido! The location is everything you'd hope for when staying in the area: an easy walk to absolutely everything. Early morning walks all the way around St. Armands Circle with the pups was a joy: cool breeze, very few people other than other dog walkers! The house itself is very small, but you have everything you need. The internet/cable is a little frustrating as it's streaming, making local/national news tough to watch without constant interruption. We just used our laptop for those things instead! All in all, I would recommend this beach cottage for the incredible location and charm.

Stayed 25 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

ann k.

Apr 17, 2024

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

Location, Location, Location!

Great yard for my pup Gino! Loved the layout with the private suite!

Stayed 31 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

David & Marsha S., Denver, USA

Jan 18, 2024

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

Beach stay in January

Fully equipped lots of room, great access to the beach. Very responsive owner. Thank you. David & Marsha

Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Nov 14, 2023

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

Charming home away from home

Beautifully appointed charming home just a short walk to the beach. There are bikes and everything you might need for a day at the beach in the garage. Inside, the house is clean with all kinds of creature comforts provided such as a powerful hair dryer, makeup mirror, hangers, excellent coffee maker…. Everything you need. Highly recommend!!!

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ian P., Cincinnati

Sep 14, 2023

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

What a great find - fab classic FL home

Property was great Exactly as advertised but more spacious and private than shown in pictures. We had a 92 Mother with us and the adjoining Jack/Jill bathroom worked really well for us. In addition the separate wing for our younger family was wonderful for all. Location is perfect walkable to beach and st Armand’s Bikes provided gave aces all over key. Lisa as very easy to work with and very. responsive. Totally recommend this place.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie B.

Jul 21, 2023

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

Charming beach cottage

We loved our stay! The cottage was clean, well stocked with essentials/ paper products. We had everything we needed in the kitchen and could have cooked great dinners with the ample supply of cookware. There was even an air fryer. It is a close walk to the beach and St Armand’s. We were really appreciative of the supply of beach chairs, umbrella and beach wagon to haul the things to the beach. Such a great place to stay!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn C., Punta Gorda, Florida

Jul 17, 2023

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

Mom's getaway with family!

I planned this getaway for my mother's 84th birthday. We invited family who live in the area to visit and it was spectacular! My mother thought it looked like her homeland because of the hammocks and garden! She has dementia and I wanted it to be memorable because she gets testy in her age and is not easily pleased! I will return with my faiy again..worse every penny and Lisa, the manager was amazing..PS..that's my youngest sister's name, my mother's favorite!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

SUYIN S., Miami

Jun 26, 2023

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

Relax total 🙏

It was a good vacation, they made us some fabulous days and the house had everything we needed. Our stay was very pleasant. A few steps from the sea. Especially when traveling with older people.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna L.

Jun 24, 2023

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

Perfect location with pet

Great location and comfortable place. I was there for a medical conference and love to bring my pup and it was a 5 min walk to everything. Had everything I needed.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary N., Evansville

Apr 6, 2023

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

Sun and Fun

Just returned from a wonderful stay at Elise’s cottage on Lido Key. She was really easy to work with and communicated well with us. The house is really fun and had plenty of room to spread out. The back yard living area was really fun as well. The location was an easy walk to the beach and restaurants/shopping. Would definitely recommend.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

arianne g.

Mar 19, 2023

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

Wonderful

The property had a perfect cottage feel. It had EVERYTHING you could need for your stay! The location was great for beach access and fun on St. Armands!

Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Mar 12, 2023

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

Amazing House

What a beautiful house. Never had enjoyed anything more. The location to the beach and the town were perfect. The owners taste in decor were spectacular. Defiantly going back.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

Mar 2, 2023

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

Perfect location

This is a great house in a perfect location . It’s walking distance to town and beach . The owner has thought of everything to make the stay a breeze . Beach chairs , bikes , dog toys , propane for the grill , etc . were all included . We rarely heard the guests above us and there was plenty of parking and backyard space for us to enjoy. We will be back :)

Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan S.

Jan 31, 2023

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

Perfect location for Lido Key getaway

Perfect location...short walk to restaurants and shops and steps from the beach! Well stocked property with everything you could possibly need!

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori M., Columbia, TN.

Jan 25, 2023

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

Sarasota in January

This was our first time driving down with our little chocolate lab, and I searched all the pet friendly homes. This one was just perfect! The back yard is fenced in and there are fluffy pet beds and treats and toys for your furry friend! I love the authenticity of this home and the location is perfect, just a half mile from all the great shops and restaurants of St. Armand’s Circle. Dogs are welcome there at all the restaurants with outdoor seating. Lido Beach is quiet and not too crowded. We never wanted to leave this lovely home!

Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

James G.

Jan 17, 2023

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

Fantastic!

We couldn't have been happier with this house. Amazingly clean, incredibly well equipped, very comfortable and great location. And charming.

Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Diane N.

Apr 4, 2022

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

Perfect Location

This is a wonderful location. A minute walk to the beach, and a 4 -5 minute walk to Armands Circle. The bikes provided were a big plus!

Stayed 29 nights in Mar 2022

About the host

Hosted by Lisa

I am a Florida native born and raised in the sunshine! Although I now live out west my heart will forever be at the beach.

Why they chose this property

Everytime I come back to this special place I find a happiness and peace I don't get anywhere else. It's a happy home :)

What makes this property unique

With all the large modern homes being built all along coastal communities it's nice to find a cottage where you can relax, feel at home and just be beachy!

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3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 3

Guest Bedroom

Master Bedroom

2 bathrooms

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