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LIDO KEY: Beach & Books and so much MORE!

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A two-story residential building with a balcony, a garage, and a view of neighboring houses.
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Lido Beach
Sleeps 2•1 bedroom•1 bed

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Sarasota, FL
  • Place, South Lido Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Lido Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Armands Circle
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

LIDO KEY: Beach & Books and so much MORE!

Lido Beach is just a 3-4 minute walk from this ideally positioned mid-island condo which will be available while the traveling bookworm owner is away.

LOCATION: Lido Beach - on the Gulf of Mexico, with its beautiful blue water and gentle waves, is at the end of the block (there's also a beach bar, and the adjacent hotel's restrooms save you from needing to return to the condo!) Renowned St Armands Circle, offering a myriad of shopping and dining choices, is apprx. 1/2 mile away. A short, scenic trip across the Ringling Bridge takes you to downtown Sarasota with its many dining and entertainment venues, as well as Whole Foods and THE LIBRARY. No car? No problem: Ultra-affordable local rideshare offers curb to curb transportation between Lido / St. Armands and town! There's also a free trolley you can catch at the nearby beach pavilion.

PAYMENT/REFUND: Option of incremental payments prior to stay available for most. Refunds as stated but extenuating circumstances will be considered.

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PLEASE NOTE: Only 1 person has ever rated my place less than 5 stars - click on the "read all reviews" below the ones displayed and you can read my response which clarifies things.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please hang wet towels, adjust thermostat to 78 degrees, turn off lights, TV, etc. and be sure door is locked behind you. ;-)
No cleanup required - An up-front cleaning fee of $130 is collected
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1184858vb
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Sarasota

Located in Sarasota, this condo 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 going on at Ed Smith Stadium, or consider a night out at Tarpon Bay Grill and Tiki Bar. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, snorkelling and swimming adventures can be found near the property.
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Sarasota, FL

What's nearby

  • South Lido Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Lido Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Coolidge Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • St. Armands Circle - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • South Lido Lookout Bridge - 9 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Kahwa Coffee - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪O'Leary's Tiki Bar & Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Gilligan's Island Bar & Grill - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Siesta Key Oyster Bar - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Daiquiri Deck Siesta Key Village - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is LIDO KEY: Beach & Books and so much MORE! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at LIDO KEY: Beach & Books and so much MORE!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at LIDO KEY: Beach & Books and so much MORE!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at LIDO KEY: Beach & Books and so much MORE!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is LIDO KEY: Beach & Books and so much MORE! located?

Situated by the sea, this condo building is within a 10-minute walk of Lido Beach and St. Armands Circle. South Lido Park and South Lido Lookout Bridge are also within 2 miles (3 km).

About the host

Hosted by Fran

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I'm an avid travel fan and book lover - you'll probably find at least 5 of the NY Times top 10 on my bookshelves, and Sarasota's main public library is a short, free, trolley ride away (right by Whole Foods). If you like to read, you will enjoy curling up by my Fire & Ice fireplace should a short '27 cold snap come through.

Starting in August '26, I plan to offer my home for your use while I am away during the first 2-3 months of 2027, I will usually be reachable by phone and also have friends nearby. While you will have the entire place to yourself, be aware that the space will not be totally depersonalized. There will, however, be closet and cupboard space and the refrigerator will be mostly, if not completely, empty.
The furnishings are not child friendly, but it is an inviting space for 1 or 2 adults. NO smokers, please!

Why they chose this property

This is an upscale coastal neighborhood where the average property value is over a million dollars, and 40% of the residences are winter homes.

If you are a daily walker, there are a variety of different and interesting routes you can take: tree-lined streets past historic homes and new waterfront mansions; streetside along Ben Franklin Drive, past parks and condos overlooking the Gulf of Mexico; or the length of the island along the water's edge.

Lido has a park at each end of the island, and another mid-island. The southern park is a great picnic spot (wooden tables and trees providing shade) and has a wonderful view of boats entering and exiting Sarasota Bay. The mid-island park (closest to my place) has a swimming pool. The hotel next to it (right by the beach access at the end of my street) has nice restrooms (no need to go back to the condo) and a beach bar!

GETTING AROUND

Beyond the beach or St Armands Circle without a car: On demand service will pick you up and take you to/from the transit center in town by Whole Foods for a nominal fee until 10 pm. There is also a free trolley. Buses from there to/from areas around town (including the airport) are available until around 6pm. At other times, Lyft or Uber are affordable alternative options.

What makes this property unique

Aside from BOOKS:
*No cramped bed/sit (studio/bachelor): This is a full one bedroom apartment with separate living room, kitchen, and bedroom w/ensuite bath.
*No pull-out or fold-down beds to fight: Comfortable stationary queen size bed.
*No noisy wall unit A/C: "Whole house" forced air cooling+heating.
*No teeny tiny refrigerator: Full size side-by-side.
*No coin operated laundry hassles: In-unit full size stacked washer/dryer.
*No parking quandaries: Assigned COVERED parking (Condo rules restrict trucks, RVs, and motorcycles).
*No lengthy treks: Convenient mid-island location means you won't have far to walk to any point on Lido Key or to St. Armands. The beach is straight up the street 1-1/2 blocks (beach towels, beach chairs, and small (six-pack) cooler provided).

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