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Fern Haven Studio Cottage - walk to Siesta Beach and Village Pets Welcome!

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A bedroom with a bed, a sofa, a small table with magazines, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outside.
A room with teal walls, a white door, a white table, two black chairs, and a patterned floor.
A wooden pergola with a sign reading "Fern House."
A compact hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a dining table, a TV, and a kitchen area.
A beachfront restaurant with a thatched roof, outdoor seating, and surfboards displayed.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Siesta Key Beach

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Siesta Key, FL
  • Place, Siesta Key Farmers Market
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Siesta Key Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Siesta Key Beach Playground
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Siesta Key

Located in Siesta Key, this apartment is near a water park and on the waterfront. 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 Siesta Key Beach and Crescent Beach. Mote Science Education Aquarium and St. Boniface Episcopal Church Labyrinth are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails.
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What's nearby

  • Siesta Key Farmers Market - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Siesta Key Beach - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Siesta Key Beach Playground - 3 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Crescent Beach - 7 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Turtle Beach - 10 min drive - 8.5 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Gilligan's Island Bar & Grill - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Siesta Key Oyster Bar - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Siesta Beach Pavilion - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Daiquiri Deck Siesta Key Village - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Fern Haven Studio Cottage - walk to Siesta Beach and Village Pets Welcome! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Fern Haven Studio Cottage - walk to Siesta Beach and Village Pets Welcome!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Fern Haven Studio Cottage - walk to Siesta Beach and Village Pets Welcome!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fern Haven Studio Cottage - walk to Siesta Beach and Village Pets Welcome!?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Fern Haven Studio Cottage - walk to Siesta Beach and Village Pets Welcome! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Siesta Key Farmers Market and Siesta Key Beach. Siesta Key Beach Playground and Irma Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and well stocked, close to Village shopping and restaurants and walking on beach. Would stay again .
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Apr 2026
John We enjoyed having you both at our fern haven cottage Looking forward having you back next year Safe travels Ali and Rich
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very quiet place to stay, perfect for a couple.Easy everything, and host Rich is very attentive to any needs you might have or questions you might need answered.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar 2026
Richard Thank you for being our guest at our fern haven cottage on siesta key We are glad you enjoyed your stay Hope to see you again Thanks Rich and Ali
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I had a great stay at the Fern Haven Studio Cottage. The home was very nice, well maintained, clean, stocked well, and a perfect location. Rich was an amazing host, very accommodating, and always there to address any questions or needs. I'd highly recommend staying here or at any of the Siesta Bungalows
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Apr 2026
John We are glad you enjoyed your stay at our fern haven cottage Hope to have you back next year Rich and Ali
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nothing was wrong with this place. Everything was a vacation as it should have been. Bikes were able to be used as well as kayaks. Rich and Ali are the nicest people ever!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Apr 2026
Nic We enjoyed having you both at our fern haven cottage and for the review Looking forward having you back next year Safe travels Rich and Ali
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The PERFECT Siesta Key Getaway

Ali and Rich are tremendous hosts. They have an incredible collection of "Old Siesta Key. The jungle gardens, pure privacy, beach bikes, it's like going back in time. I'd book this again before some 5 star massive hotel. It all depends on what you are looking for. Thank you Ali and Rich, you truly just reflect the true feel of the Island.
Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Apr 2024
Margaret We enjoyed having you as our guest and appreciate your review Hope to see you again Thanks Ali and Rich
Verified review

8/10 Good

Personification of Comfort and Relaxation

Fern Haven personifies comfort and relaxation. It’s perfectly located along the canal in a quiet neighbor where you can enjoy your private dock and walk to both beautiful Siesta Key beach and the little lively village. This charming bungalow is impeccably clean and fully equipped with everything you’ll need for ‘home away from home’ comfort. It’s surrounded by an abundance of natural beauty made up of palm trees and ferns that makes it perfect for sitting outside to enjoy morning coffee, an evening cocktail or a delicious cook-out. Rich and Ali are lovely hosts who will go out of their way to make sure your stay is a pleasant and will always be available for you, if and when needed. Do yourself a favor and don’t miss the opportunity to stay in Fern Haven bungalow. You’ll certainly be happy that you did!
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
Susan, Thank you for sharing your review of our FERN HAVEN COTTAGE on Siesta Key and all the things that make the cottage a perfect getaway to the White sands if Siesta Key. Rich & Ali
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Our stay at the Fernhaven cottage was simply wonderful in every respect.

This was a wonderful experience at Fern Haven cottage. It is cozy, clean, and very well equipped. The deck and backyard are a treasure both to the eyes and to the years. In the evening and morning all we could hear were wonderful bird sounds. The property is in a great location a few blocks from the center of Siesta Key. But you do not hear a single sound from the festivities in “downtown” Siesta Key. And In a few more blocks you are at a beautiful white sand beach that never seems to get crowded. One of the very special treats of this property is the access directly across the street to a beautiful Canal. There is a little dock there where we sat and enjoyed both the view and the peacefulness. Rich and Ali are splendid hosts; they just try to make you comfortable, satisfied in all respects, and respond almost immediately to any requests. Our month in Siesta Key at Fern Haven cottage was one of the most memorable of our lives and we will cherish these memories forever!
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
Roger, We really enjoyed having you stay at our FERN HAVEN COTTAGE and hope to see you again in the future. Thanks for taking time in giving your review. Thanks, Ali & Rich Light
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cottage, beach, restaurants and the good life

I spent 6 months here and could stay forever. Perfect location for walk to beach or dinner. Very private and quiet. Great place to relax and enjoy life.
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
Greg, Thanks for your review on our FERN HAVEN STUDIO COTTAGE. Glad you enjoyed the walkability to Siesta beach & Village. Hope to see you again. Ali & Rich
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great location and private.

Very nice and clean place close within walking/biking distance to Siesta Key village and the beach. I highly recommend the studio. Bert
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
Bert, We enjoyed having you and Karen stay at our FERN HAVEN STUDIO COTTAGE. We hope to see you again! Thanks for review! Ali & Rich Light
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Fern Haven Cottage

My partner and I stayed at Fern Haven for the first 2 weeks in March. It was exactly as described, clean and comfortable. We particularly loved the seclusion and the lush landscaping. We enjoyed eating breakfast on the deck, grilling out and spending time in the Hot Tub. For us, it was about a 15minute walk to the beach . We were glad to have brought a beach cart with us. 10 minute walk to the Village. Parking at the beach and the Village is at a premium so being able to walk to both was a bonus. Bikes and a Kayak were provided. Owner friendly and helpful.
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
Thank you so much for taking the time to write your review. We really appreciate it! We look forward to having you back as our guests soon!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Fern Haven Cottage

My husband and I just spent a week at the Fern Haven Cottage and thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The studio cottage was clean, well-stocked with all you could need, and perfect for a couple, with a beautiful lush patio for grilling or enjoying breakfast to the sounds of the birds chirping. We thought we'd have preferred something closer to the beach but ended up really enjoying this location along the canal, especially since we could jump in the provided kayak in the morning for a row. At the same time, it was still a short walk to the beach, restaurants, and a grocery store. Rich was great. He greeted us to show us around the place, made great restaurant suggestions, and made us feel at home from the start.
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10/10 Excellent

Needed a brake and found it !

I stayed at the Fern Haven unit during December 2013 and found it was ideal for myself. The unit was very clean; quiet & fully supplied with dishes; silverware; pots/pans, etc.. Just bring your clothes and personal things and enjoy the sun. The owner was excellent in answering any questions promptly.
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