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The Empty Nest is Sweet Private Suite, 15 minutes to everything.

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Room
Private entrance, and lock box.
Exterior detail
Parking for our guests - follow the path to your private entrance.
Queen size bed

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Sarasota, FL
  • Ed Smith Stadium
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Sarasota Memorial Hospital
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Lido Beach
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Dining area

About this property

The Empty Nest is Sweet Private Suite, 15 minutes to everything.

This cozy two-room sweet suite is located close to downtown Sarasota, University Town Center, and only 15 minutes from award-winning beaches. Across the street is the Legacy Trail Pompano Trailhead, where you can play pickleball, or go for a walk or a bike ride.

The Empty Nest is a hidden gem and is often fully rented. It is located on a quiet dead-end street. There is a private entrance. The apartment is part of our main house. The space is secluded from the rest of the house, you will have complete privacy. You will have a quiet bedroom and a separate room for sitting, eating, or just hanging out with a private bathroom with a shower and tub.

Feel free to enjoy the screened deck out back.

The suite also includes a small kitchenette with a mini fridge and microwave for your pleasure. If you are staying longer, there is a hot plate and toaster. We do not have a sink in the kitchenette.

Our quiet and quaint neighborhood is located just outside the heart of the Old Pinecraft area of Sarasota, you will likely see Amish people riding bikes around the neighborhood.

Sarasota is a great place to vacation and visit - so if you are visiting old friends and family, or unwinding on the soft white sand, the Empty Nest is a wonderful place to stay.

Sarasota is growing fast, new restaurants and activities are popping up all the time. We are 15 minutes from everywhere; beach, Benderson Park, and downtown. One hour from Tampa and St. Petersburg to the north and one hour to Venice and Punta Gorda to the south.

The Empty Nest is perfect rental in the perfect neighborhood nothing is too far out of the way!!

Property manager

Rachel Martin

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No rentals longer than 1 week

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 credit cards
On-site 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 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

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Sarasota

Located in Sarasota, this apartment is in the city centre and 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 Nathan Benderson Park and Lido Beach. Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium and Marie Selby Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting.
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Sarasota, FL

What's nearby

  • Ed Smith Stadium - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Sarasota Memorial Hospital - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Marie Selby Botanical Gardens - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Marina Jack - 7 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Lido Beach - 18 min drive - 12.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Der Dutchman - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Yoder's Restaurant - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Empty Nest is Sweet Private Suite, 15 minutes to everything. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Empty Nest is Sweet Private Suite, 15 minutes to everything. ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Empty Nest is Sweet Private Suite, 15 minutes to everything. ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Empty Nest is Sweet Private Suite, 15 minutes to everything. located?

Located in the heart of Sarasota, this apartment building is within 3 miles (5 km) of Payne Park, Sarasota Commons Shopping Center and Bobby Jones Golf Complex. Ed Smith Stadium and Northeast Plaza Shopping Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 80 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 80 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 80 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 80 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 80 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jill B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelly F.

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

Great communication

Geat spot for a quick couple of says to stay. A nice place to rest your head if you're out and about.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg G.

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

Quick and comfy stay

We only needed a place to land for one night. The retreat was just what we needed after a long day of travel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Glenn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hamid F.

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

Awesome place

Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Mark & Janis S.

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

An OK Stay

Rachel was responsive and easy to get hold of, when I discovered there were no hangers in the closet she brought some over promptly. I did have to get a new coffee maker, the one in the unit was pretty crusty and needed cleaning, and since there's no kitchen sink or any method to clean it I just picked one up at Target. The bed was comfy but a little thin, could use a new one. Heating and AC worked fine. The place is a little hard to find, but use your GPS and you'll get there.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashton K.

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

Amazing cozy stay in Sarasota

Highly recommend booking a stay here! Super cute and very thoughtfully stocked with everything you could possibly need during your stay. Easy access to the bike path is also a huge plus, perfect to go on a run or get into town without worrying about parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Deborah G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori W.

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

Empty Nest Comfy

Great stay .
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kelli S.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dale S.

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

Lovely Cozy cottage

Lovely, cozy cottage. Immaculate with everything one would need. I would stay there again. You need a car.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renita W.

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

Clean. Good location

Overall good. Had what I needed for my stay
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynette K.

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

Short Stay

We just needed a one night stay before flying home. It served our purpose very well. Would book again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea W.

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

Exactly as described

We attended a wedding at the a high end hotel, just 15 minutes away, but didn’t want to pay the high price for a room there. We found this Airbnb, and it was the perfect choice for our needs. The space was cozy and well-equipped with snacks, drinks, and reliable Wi-Fi. It offered everything we needed for a comfortable and convenient stay. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone looking for a great option for a quick trip!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

David S.

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

Perfect for a quick stay

Overall I was satisfied with the accommodations. The hosts were very attentive and responded quickly to any inquiries. We were only in town one night and it met our needs for a short stay. There were a couple things I’d suggest to help improve the listing. The listing said there was a chair that converts to a bed. There was not. The host did notify me before arrival, so we weren’t surprised. But the listing should be updated for clarity. You are staying on property with your host. We knew this going in so no surprise but the walls seemed very thin. We could hear the hosts conversation like they were in the same room. That was a little weird for us as we didn’t really feel as though we could talk freely. A little more attention to detail on cleaning would be helpful. I wouldn’t say it was overly dirty but there were a couple things like the ceiling fans that were visibly dirty and could have used a wipe down. I would use this space again as the hosts seemed kind and attentive and so most of these comments are just to help improve the listing.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nora H.

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

Our stay in Sarasota

I have never rented a VRBO before and I just randomly picked this place knowing nothing about Sarasota. We came here just to meet up with our cousin who we hadn’t seen in 50 years. This place was perfect so sweet very quiet lovely little yard perfect size we couldn’t have wanted much more. We felt very safe and comfortable here.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

J H.

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

Great for a short stay

This is a great place to stay if you're planning to be out and about most of the time you're there. The kitchenette provided what we needed when we were there in the evening and early morning before heading out. The place is comfortable, and the bed is better than many places I've stayed. If you need a reasonably priced place to stay and don't plan to cook, I recommend staying here!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff H.

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

Quiet and Relaxing

I needed to be at HCA Doctors Hospital @5:30 am for surgery, and this was the perfect spot to stay the night before. It was quiet and relaxing. The reason for 4 for cleanliness of property was for the outdoor screened area needing attention. It needed a good spring cleaning. Inside was very tidy.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce K.

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

Comfortable, good location to pickleball courts & ballfield.

Good location, availability to many places we enjoy. A small sink in kitchen would have been nice but we made do. Would probably stay again.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Rob M., Asheville, NC

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

Nice location

The location right next to a major greenway and huge public park is good. The communication with the owner was good. The place was as advertised. The bed is not overly comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Susan S.

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

2 weeks in Sarasota

This is a comfortable, nicely decorated place to stay in a quiet, safe neighborhood. The pool was too cold for me but looked inviting. I had a good break from the New England winter and visited friends in the area.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frederick P.

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

spacious

Plenty of room. Located next to a walking-biking path. Not too far from downtown Sarasota.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Isabella R.

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

Great place!

Location was perfect and comfortable bed
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard R.

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

Retired

Clean close to everything, Nice and quiet
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

STEVEN R., Greenfield, IN

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

Weekend getaway

The Empty Nest was exactly what we were needing for a short visit to see family in Sarasota. The location is convenient, the property is clean, and exactly like the listing shows. Hope to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

About the host

Hosted by Rachel Martin

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I am a mom of three wonderful children! My two sons live in Asheville, NC. My daughter, recently left for college. Now that we are officially an Empty Nesters, I am renting out my private suite!
I work full time as Operations Manager of a large downtown church, in Sarasota. I have worked there for 17 years! I also have a sweet yorkie named Ollie. I am also a judge for Odyssey of the Mind, a creative problem solving competition for kids, for the regional, state, and world levels. While being an empty nester frees up some of my time, I definitely don't have a hard time staying busy!

I was born and raised in Buffalo, NY and still have family there so I enjoy trips there and love to stay in other BNB's.

My husband is retired but teachers drivers ed for local high schools.

We hope that you will get time to explore the Sarasota area and especially the exciting downtown nightlife.

Languages:

English