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Historic Cottage in Downtown Sarasota

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Front Entrace
1 parking spot to the right of front door
Dining Room
Dining Room
Living Room

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 474.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace
  • Dryer
    Dryer

Explore the area

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Sarasota, FL
    Marie Selby Botanical Gardens
    12 min walk
    Marina Jack
    18 min walk
    Sarasota Opera House
    19 min walk
    Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    12 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Futon

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Historic Cottage in Downtown Sarasota

This 1937 home, called the Doll House, was used by the Ringling Circus for performers. Rumor has it that the Doll Family, famous for playing munchkins in the Wizard of Oz, lived here.

This recently renovated tiny home has maintained the old charm while adding modern amenities. Enjoy 2 beds/2 baths, central AC, electric fireplace, outdoor seating, office space, and Tesla charger. Note: This home is a two unit home, with the current listing occupying the front unit and front yard. The back unit and back yard are occupied by another unit.

This home is located within historic Laurel Park, a neighborhood of single family homes and apartment buildings, adjacent to the heart of the City of Sarasota. This highly sought-after community with its friendly neighbors has access to a kayak launch and is within short walk to the city's downtown district. Oh, and yes, there is an actual park, Laurel Park, located within the namesake neighborhood. This house is conveniently: 3 min drive downtown, 10 min airport, 15 min beach, and 2 min kayak launch.

With few commercial structures, but easy access to restaurants, shops, and parks, Laurel Park is the urbanist ideal of a walkable community (score of 88 out of 100). Highlights of the walkable attractions include: Payne Park, Selby Gardens, and Sarasota Art Museum.

We can make your vacation, honeymoon, birthday or romantic getaway special (e.g., chocolate covered strawberries, balloons, baked goods, massage). Inquire about more details.

1 week minimum stay per Section II-304(b) of the City of Sarasota Zoning Code. Application ID: 2022-0059319. LICENSE NUMBER: DWE6805209

Information required to be shared by the City:
• Street Address of Rental:
Shared upon renting
• Location of Nearest Hospital:
Sarasota Memorial Hospital
1700 S Tamiami Trail
Sarasota, FL 34239
Roughly 5 minutes from The Doll House
• The Non-Emergency Police Telephone Number: nine four one- three one six- one one nine nine
• Trash and Recycling Pick-Up Times and Protocol:
Pick up is on Tuesday morning. We recommend placing the trash and recycling at the curb on Monday evening.
o Household Garbage: The green rolling bin should be placed on the curb on Monday nights, and moved out of sight as soon as possible after pickup.
o Recyclables: Recycling of glass, plastic, newspaper, and cardboard is mandatory in the City of Sarasota. Set yellow bin alongside curb
• Name and phone number of the designated responsible party for rental:
Sidney Turner. Phone number will be shared upon renting
• Maximum Occupancy of Rental:
4 people
• Maximum Number of Vehicles:
1 parking spot
• Notice to Respect the Peace and Quiet of Neighborhood:
You are vacationing in a residential neighborhood. Please be a good neighbor by not making excessive noise or engaging in boisterous behavior, especially after 11:00 pm. Such behavior can deprive your neighbors of the peaceful enjoyment of their homes.
• Notice of Sound:
Sound that is audible beyond the property lines of the vacation rental unit is
regulated by Section 20-5(b) of the City Sound Ordinance and that violation of the Sound Ordinance could result in fines to the occupants.
• Emergency Evacuation Instructions: See in binder in rental.

Property manager

Sidney Turner

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No parties. You are staying in a neighborhood where many residents live full time. Please be respectful of other neighbors by being quiet by 10 pm.
No additional guests not listed on your reservation. At check out, thank you for your help in placing all dirty linens and towels in a pile.
Please return the home to the condition in which you received it (e.g., dishes). Please report any damaged or broken items during your stay.

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
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number DWE6805209

About the area

Sarasota

Located in Sarasota, this holiday home is in the city centre. 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 Sarasota Kennel Club. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Sarasota, FL

What's nearby

  • Marie Selby Botanical Gardens - 12 min walk
  • Marina Jack - 18 min walk
  • Sarasota Memorial Hospital - 2 min drive
  • Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall - 3 min drive
  • Lido Beach - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Raffurtys Bar & Grill - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪P.F. Chang's China Bistro - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Cottage in Downtown Sarasota pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Historic Cottage in Downtown Sarasota?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Cottage in Downtown Sarasota?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic Cottage in Downtown Sarasota located?

Located in Central Sarasota, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Payne Park and Sarasota Memorial Hospital. Marie Selby Botanical Gardens and Sarasota Art Museum are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tom D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely vacation at The Doll House
This was our second stay at this property. We couldn’t wait to get back. The cottage is spotless and everything associated with the rental is managed well.
Stayed 16 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyable 4 weeks in Sarasota’s Laurel Park neighborhood
Our VRBO was well supplied from snacks upon arrival to kitchen utensils and supplies; beach towel, raincoat and hangers. Owners were promptly attentive to our only problem. It is centrally located to downtown, Burns Square and Payne Park. Quiet neighborhood. HVAC works well. It was an enjoyable stay and we look forward to our return next year.
Stayed 28 nights in Mar 2023

About the host

Hosted by Sidney Turner

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I am a scientist that loves to explore and learn about new places! When traveling, my preference is to live as the locals live vs. going to all of the tourist spots.

My life motto is: Live the life you love and love the life you live.

Why they chose this property

My husband and I fell in love with Laurel Park, a historic neighborhood in Sarasota that is close walking distance to downtown and easily driveable to airports, beaches, and all of the wonderful things that Sarasota has to offer.

When an old historic home came on that market that used to house circus performers for Ringling Circus, we decided to buy and fix it up. We lived in the home and renovated it, paying homage to the circus history of the property. We believe the space has modern conveniences while also maintaining the character of the original home. You will notice the door knobs and some of the sinks are quite low as it is believed the little people from the circus stayed in this home. We hope you love it as much as we do!

What makes this property unique

* 10 minute walk to downtown
* Old historic home in Sarasota (which are rare)
* Newly renovated with old charm maintained (e.g., house has original hardwood floors from the 1930's)
* In one of the best neighborhoods in town (Laurel Park)
* 15 minute drive to beaches
* 10 minute drive to airport
* Tesla charger
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