10/10 Excellent
Barb G.
14 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Stay
Barb G.
Stayed 26 nights in Apr 2023
Entire home
VILLA SIESTA II - GREAT DOWNTOWN SECRET with HEATED POOL! JANUARY PROMOTION !!
Villa in Sarasota with kitchen and patio
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 491.5 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Sarasota, FL
- Place, Ed Smith Stadium9 min walk
- Place, Payne Park14 min walk
- Place, Tuttle Avenue Park17 min walk
- Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)10 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
VILLA SIESTA II - GREAT DOWNTOWN SECRET with HEATED POOL! JANUARY PROMOTION !!
Welcome to Villa Siesta II !
MY name is Katya & I Live here too!. .We are NEWISH on VRBO but. not new to hosting,. WE are super-hosts on airandBee where most of my reviews can be found . FIRST TIME EVER BONUSES -1.Book month of January, and get December 31 for free if desired. ($600:value) ..2.- choose next deal. EITHER 10% discount for full month…..or at reg price book first 2weeks..or last 2 weeks. (Reg is 30 day min- my returning January Guest had a medical cancellation /Most guests have been long-term booking 3 to 7 months. )
please OPEN CHAT -App will not offer these options.
You need to ask - OK LETS GO !
VILLA SIESTA…moments to downtown, private, pristine, & very quiet.
Outside serenity, …..but excitement nearby!
Tropical foliage, bromeliads, garden, , singing birds, wind, chimes, Large, pristine pool and.
breakfast or happy hour in your private patio!
2 parking spaces
This is a well kept private safe community with a wide age range . There are very few villas in this area of Sarasota. The usual condo style is more like apartments, with the buildings usually two levels or more .
Here you’ll feel like you are in your own cottage in Paradise!. quiet and private . NO neighbor sounds except birds!
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This corner home's layout is open and classical…crown moldings,
Large recent windows in every room reveal lush, landscaping adding wonderful dimensionality.
Enjoy morning, coffee or happy hours on private patio with mature foliage,
bromeliads -wind chimes - singing birds.
Sliding glass doors from the kitchen make it easy to eat and entertain outside.
The kitchen has granite countertops accented with mother of pearl and marble. -
recent Stainless steel appliances and a quiet dishwasher.
Recent kitchen and bath lighting enhance already bright airy rooms.
Five Live tropical plants inside the unit will freshen your air.
*washer and dryer in unit, ,
2 bathrooms, including unusual garden atrium, en suite master bath with walk-in shower.
3 smart TVs with Netflix
Amazon and streaming services (And cable TV available in the living room) living room is 50 inch TV and is recent-. Perfect for this room.
Central air conditioning and heat, electrical and Internet, all included.
Keyless entry -
pristine heated pool and cabana are just steps away...
The primary bedroom with the en suite bathroom, has a newish queen size comfortable bed. Guest room has two single beds,
& both have ample closet storage.
Photographs will show each room & description.
kitchen is equipped all small appliances, dishes, bowls, and all conceivable size glasses, ... since I live in the same cul-de-sac anything you need ~I can hop right to it. Re housekeeping
I can refer someone to you who knows the unit and won't break the bank!
Netflix and Amazon are included, YouTube, and CABLE TV also. We want you to be completely comfortable and happy.
I'm very hands-on, never intrusive.
Our community has a routine information sheet that needs to be filled out directly following booking, .So we are all happy to know our neighbors are high quality, (look in photos to view it)
Pets? Non shedding dog ok ($150 fee for any pet)
Out of season, I’ll accept cats with interim cleaning....
Btw…no commercial trucks or vehicles with signage or motorcycles/boats
LETS OPEN A LITTLE CHAT…Tell me About yourself and and Some details … On this site (and on it’s major competitor) you can learn a lot about me. I need to know a little bit about you especially if you don’t have any references on this platform.. We don’t ever do instant booking. You might be surprised to learn that all I see is your name! We need to know it’s a good fit.
——TOURIST TROLLEY Free, nearby, takes you to beach and Saint Armand Circle etc.brings you to
9/10 of a mile to the beginning of Main Street (the section of interest )
Walking distance to new Wawa and a number of necessity shops, such as Family Dollar, nail salon, and a new grocery store,,
very close driving to downtown with lots of restaurants and movie, theater and play houses, ...
Sarasota is known as the center of arts and culture !
My community sits in one of the best locations in Sarasota and people are migrating here from siesta key beach area !! Most people use cars /or electric bikes, or scooters and there is a bus route nearby
Sarasota is one of the most frequently mentioned tourist spots in the country but many people live here all year.. The airport is undergoing expansions to accommodate . It's 15 minutes driving to Villa Siesta from Sarasota airport.
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I will start you out with breakfast fixings and then point you towards different types of stores. So you can inventory yourself. When you arrive, I’ll have some snacks for you, ..refrig has filtered water,
but in season, we need you to
rent the ENTIRE month beginning on the FIRST.
Flexible off-season dates and rules are avail.
DISTANCES
LIDO BEACH My favorite is 5.2 miles... get there in no time with a Scenic Drive... once there, you can walk to St Armands circle for lunch. Or a dozen happy hours and go bac k to beach !
St Armands 4.6 miles
Sarasota Airport 5.2 miles
Massages?
Larsens on south Tuttle, trained Massage experts for $62 an hour -book ahead (This is not a commercial place like massage envy etc -it’s a chiropractor’s office)
Ringling Circus Museum ( gotta see this) 5.3 miles
ASOLO theater attached to the Ringling -plays and events
The famous Siesta Key Beach 8.5 mi Marietta Mus. of Art & Whimsy 5 mi
Bayfront Marina with lots of boats excursions daytime and sunset
2 miles away free parking
MY FAVORITE: 2 miles away, a straight run... you are at the BayFront, I LOVE THIS BAYFRONT PARK, With OLeary' Tiki Bar frequently has music and it's free ....... recently went for a walk at 10:30 at night, .. and it was gorgeous water boats benches views and while not busy there were people there.. I felt completely safe... (tourist brochures also in machines on path to this park) this "Beach" bar is like a local secret ( see photo) water sports avail there too.
Take a glass of wine and walk around this little Bayfront Park. Spectacular. Everytime I do it —I remember why I moved here LE BARGE party boat is right here as well two hour cruises in the bay of $45. Free Music - light food - bar menu. Walking distance - the same area is Marina Jacks restaurant a different level - atmosphere - price point valet parking available sometimes yachts pull up here and they dine. (SIGH).
DOWNTOWN? Depending on your interest and ability, some of these places are walking distance. my 65 year old niece was here recently and walked to many downtown places on foot. Most people take cars in Florida Pretty much everywhere.
GOLF COURSES !! Pickleball-
REGAL cinema Moments away in downtown -
. recliner seating - inexpensive. free parking
CineBistro ..luxury movie theatre with dining, close by there is a downtown Burn’s court cinema that freq plays arty movies .
ZILLIONS OF RESTAURANTS of every concievable cuisine
Theatrers, Opera House, Stand up comedy, improv, jazz, late night specials, Fogertyville has affordable music offerings in a cabaret type format with shared tables..you can choose seats online.. . FLORIDA STUDIO THEATRE has numerous types of offerings dinner theatre.. comedy.. plays..concerts. Attractive intimate settings and won’t break the bank..
romantic TOWLES court, artist community also in downtown, special events there...
Main Street area in downtown is hopping! lit trees, outdoor music / bars, - safe walking
Biking? The famous Legacy Trail has been finished!
Walking distance is the LIME Street Apricot bazaar open Thurs -to Sat ,funky unique vendor mart, much of it handmade .. music, an outdoor eatery & socializing place.
Also, an artist cooperative Gallery across the street from that
the Bayfront is practically a straight run 2.4 miles from my door.
……..Famous Downtown Saturday morning POPULAR Market 1.8 miles
Whole Food Market, 1.6 miles.
Jungle Gardens 4.4 miles
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, .GORGEOUS 2.4 miles away
The Bay.. outstanding park with performances ..many FREE
Sarasota Opera HOuse, Beatrice Friedman Symphony center, Players Theatre ..all shockingly close.
Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall ..outstanding venue with big names
MOTE Aquarium-has been finished .. newly opened late 2025
Big Cat Habitat? yes ! Art Shows.. endless shopping ..
So many resale shops you won't believe..
Anna Marie Island, LongBoat Key.. Ride a horse in the Gulf of Mexico
Sail on a catamaran right out of the marina two miles away
Dolphins the manatees
Want some wild nature? alligators ? More birds than I saw in Costa Rica bird wildlife..? Myackka River State Park, you'll think you are in Ecuador,..$6 ? car entrance ... 19 miles
In Sarasota, there is kayaking, mangrove trails, all water sports, and every conceivable boat excursion.. dophins.. manatees.. Yipes I'm getting exhausted writing this....
SUNSETS ? Sometimes there is a traffic jam going to the beach to see them!.
Drum Circle on Siesta Key beach Sun eve (During Covid I don’t know) Bird Key Park..  bring a beach chair, some benches available, great breeze, on the right before st Armands
E-bikes Have arrived in Sarasota, and motorbikes, scooters, or regular bicycles.
You can get to Venice..Ft Myers..Tampa or St Petersburg on superhighways, for example, the DALI MUSEUM..CHIHULY GLASS…THE IMAGINE MUSEUM
but honestly..you might Not want to leave Sarasota
there's a free newspaper called the TICKET which is a MUST if you are interested in seeing a collection of clubs and music & theater & entertainment
Closish Walking distance is a new Wawa, great new discount grocery store, family dollar, dry cleaner, nail place, takeout Chinese food, pharmacy. Portuguese restaurant, 7-11, Pizza restaurant
Sarasota is on the international traveler’s map! COME and find out WHY!!
MY name is Katya & I Live here too!. .We are NEWISH on VRBO but. not new to hosting,. WE are super-hosts on airandBee where most of my reviews can be found . FIRST TIME EVER BONUSES -1.Book month of January, and get December 31 for free if desired. ($600:value) ..2.- choose next deal. EITHER 10% discount for full month…..or at reg price book first 2weeks..or last 2 weeks. (Reg is 30 day min- my returning January Guest had a medical cancellation /Most guests have been long-term booking 3 to 7 months. )
please OPEN CHAT -App will not offer these options.
You need to ask - OK LETS GO !
VILLA SIESTA…moments to downtown, private, pristine, & very quiet.
Outside serenity, …..but excitement nearby!
Tropical foliage, bromeliads, garden, , singing birds, wind, chimes, Large, pristine pool and.
breakfast or happy hour in your private patio!
2 parking spaces
This is a well kept private safe community with a wide age range . There are very few villas in this area of Sarasota. The usual condo style is more like apartments, with the buildings usually two levels or more .
Here you’ll feel like you are in your own cottage in Paradise!. quiet and private . NO neighbor sounds except birds!
——————————————-
This corner home's layout is open and classical…crown moldings,
Large recent windows in every room reveal lush, landscaping adding wonderful dimensionality.
Enjoy morning, coffee or happy hours on private patio with mature foliage,
bromeliads -wind chimes - singing birds.
Sliding glass doors from the kitchen make it easy to eat and entertain outside.
The kitchen has granite countertops accented with mother of pearl and marble. -
recent Stainless steel appliances and a quiet dishwasher.
Recent kitchen and bath lighting enhance already bright airy rooms.
Five Live tropical plants inside the unit will freshen your air.
*washer and dryer in unit, ,
2 bathrooms, including unusual garden atrium, en suite master bath with walk-in shower.
3 smart TVs with Netflix
Amazon and streaming services (And cable TV available in the living room) living room is 50 inch TV and is recent-. Perfect for this room.
Central air conditioning and heat, electrical and Internet, all included.
Keyless entry -
pristine heated pool and cabana are just steps away...
The primary bedroom with the en suite bathroom, has a newish queen size comfortable bed. Guest room has two single beds,
& both have ample closet storage.
Photographs will show each room & description.
kitchen is equipped all small appliances, dishes, bowls, and all conceivable size glasses, ... since I live in the same cul-de-sac anything you need ~I can hop right to it. Re housekeeping
I can refer someone to you who knows the unit and won't break the bank!
Netflix and Amazon are included, YouTube, and CABLE TV also. We want you to be completely comfortable and happy.
I'm very hands-on, never intrusive.
Our community has a routine information sheet that needs to be filled out directly following booking, .So we are all happy to know our neighbors are high quality, (look in photos to view it)
Pets? Non shedding dog ok ($150 fee for any pet)
Out of season, I’ll accept cats with interim cleaning....
Btw…no commercial trucks or vehicles with signage or motorcycles/boats
LETS OPEN A LITTLE CHAT…Tell me About yourself and and Some details … On this site (and on it’s major competitor) you can learn a lot about me. I need to know a little bit about you especially if you don’t have any references on this platform.. We don’t ever do instant booking. You might be surprised to learn that all I see is your name! We need to know it’s a good fit.
——TOURIST TROLLEY Free, nearby, takes you to beach and Saint Armand Circle etc.brings you to
9/10 of a mile to the beginning of Main Street (the section of interest )
Walking distance to new Wawa and a number of necessity shops, such as Family Dollar, nail salon, and a new grocery store,,
very close driving to downtown with lots of restaurants and movie, theater and play houses, ...
Sarasota is known as the center of arts and culture !
My community sits in one of the best locations in Sarasota and people are migrating here from siesta key beach area !! Most people use cars /or electric bikes, or scooters and there is a bus route nearby
Sarasota is one of the most frequently mentioned tourist spots in the country but many people live here all year.. The airport is undergoing expansions to accommodate . It's 15 minutes driving to Villa Siesta from Sarasota airport.
————————-
I will start you out with breakfast fixings and then point you towards different types of stores. So you can inventory yourself. When you arrive, I’ll have some snacks for you, ..refrig has filtered water,
but in season, we need you to
rent the ENTIRE month beginning on the FIRST.
Flexible off-season dates and rules are avail.
DISTANCES
LIDO BEACH My favorite is 5.2 miles... get there in no time with a Scenic Drive... once there, you can walk to St Armands circle for lunch. Or a dozen happy hours and go bac k to beach !
St Armands 4.6 miles
Sarasota Airport 5.2 miles
Massages?
Larsens on south Tuttle, trained Massage experts for $62 an hour -book ahead (This is not a commercial place like massage envy etc -it’s a chiropractor’s office)
Ringling Circus Museum ( gotta see this) 5.3 miles
ASOLO theater attached to the Ringling -plays and events
The famous Siesta Key Beach 8.5 mi Marietta Mus. of Art & Whimsy 5 mi
Bayfront Marina with lots of boats excursions daytime and sunset
2 miles away free parking
MY FAVORITE: 2 miles away, a straight run... you are at the BayFront, I LOVE THIS BAYFRONT PARK, With OLeary' Tiki Bar frequently has music and it's free ....... recently went for a walk at 10:30 at night, .. and it was gorgeous water boats benches views and while not busy there were people there.. I felt completely safe... (tourist brochures also in machines on path to this park) this "Beach" bar is like a local secret ( see photo) water sports avail there too.
Take a glass of wine and walk around this little Bayfront Park. Spectacular. Everytime I do it —I remember why I moved here LE BARGE party boat is right here as well two hour cruises in the bay of $45. Free Music - light food - bar menu. Walking distance - the same area is Marina Jacks restaurant a different level - atmosphere - price point valet parking available sometimes yachts pull up here and they dine. (SIGH).
DOWNTOWN? Depending on your interest and ability, some of these places are walking distance. my 65 year old niece was here recently and walked to many downtown places on foot. Most people take cars in Florida Pretty much everywhere.
GOLF COURSES !! Pickleball-
REGAL cinema Moments away in downtown -
. recliner seating - inexpensive. free parking
CineBistro ..luxury movie theatre with dining, close by there is a downtown Burn’s court cinema that freq plays arty movies .
ZILLIONS OF RESTAURANTS of every concievable cuisine
Theatrers, Opera House, Stand up comedy, improv, jazz, late night specials, Fogertyville has affordable music offerings in a cabaret type format with shared tables..you can choose seats online.. . FLORIDA STUDIO THEATRE has numerous types of offerings dinner theatre.. comedy.. plays..concerts. Attractive intimate settings and won’t break the bank..
romantic TOWLES court, artist community also in downtown, special events there...
Main Street area in downtown is hopping! lit trees, outdoor music / bars, - safe walking
Biking? The famous Legacy Trail has been finished!
Walking distance is the LIME Street Apricot bazaar open Thurs -to Sat ,funky unique vendor mart, much of it handmade .. music, an outdoor eatery & socializing place.
Also, an artist cooperative Gallery across the street from that
the Bayfront is practically a straight run 2.4 miles from my door.
……..Famous Downtown Saturday morning POPULAR Market 1.8 miles
Whole Food Market, 1.6 miles.
Jungle Gardens 4.4 miles
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, .GORGEOUS 2.4 miles away
The Bay.. outstanding park with performances ..many FREE
Sarasota Opera HOuse, Beatrice Friedman Symphony center, Players Theatre ..all shockingly close.
Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall ..outstanding venue with big names
MOTE Aquarium-has been finished .. newly opened late 2025
Big Cat Habitat? yes ! Art Shows.. endless shopping ..
So many resale shops you won't believe..
Anna Marie Island, LongBoat Key.. Ride a horse in the Gulf of Mexico
Sail on a catamaran right out of the marina two miles away
Dolphins the manatees
Want some wild nature? alligators ? More birds than I saw in Costa Rica bird wildlife..? Myackka River State Park, you'll think you are in Ecuador,..$6 ? car entrance ... 19 miles
In Sarasota, there is kayaking, mangrove trails, all water sports, and every conceivable boat excursion.. dophins.. manatees.. Yipes I'm getting exhausted writing this....
SUNSETS ? Sometimes there is a traffic jam going to the beach to see them!.
Drum Circle on Siesta Key beach Sun eve (During Covid I don’t know) Bird Key Park..  bring a beach chair, some benches available, great breeze, on the right before st Armands
E-bikes Have arrived in Sarasota, and motorbikes, scooters, or regular bicycles.
You can get to Venice..Ft Myers..Tampa or St Petersburg on superhighways, for example, the DALI MUSEUM..CHIHULY GLASS…THE IMAGINE MUSEUM
but honestly..you might Not want to leave Sarasota
there's a free newspaper called the TICKET which is a MUST if you are interested in seeing a collection of clubs and music & theater & entertainment
Closish Walking distance is a new Wawa, great new discount grocery store, family dollar, dry cleaner, nail place, takeout Chinese food, pharmacy. Portuguese restaurant, 7-11, Pizza restaurant
Sarasota is on the international traveler’s map! COME and find out WHY!!
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 22
Check out before 10:30 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 3–17
Condo rules must be followed, ESP pool rules
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Only Non-shedding dog..
but-off season.- cat is ok
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Long-term renters welcome
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Sarasota
Park East, a neighbourhood in Sarasota, is home to this villa. 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 Longboat Key Public Tennis Center.
Sarasota, FL
What's nearby
- Colonial Village Shopping Center - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
- Ed Smith Stadium - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
- Payne Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
- Tuttle Avenue Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
- Sarasota Art Museum - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - 15 min walk
- Charlie's Steak & Hoagie - 16 min walk
- Bombón Restaurant Bar & Lounge - 20 min walk
- Mariscos Azteca Mexican Seafood Restaurant - 16 min walk
- Little Caesars Pizza - 19 min walk
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Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Thomas F.
4 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jefferson Pines
Thomas F.
Stayed 58 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Marv B.
7 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Convenient Location
Marv B.
Stayed 59 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Curt P.
15 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent experience
Curt P.
Stayed 31 nights in Oct 2023
About the host
Hosted by katya madden
Formally from New York I settled in Sarasota because it’s known to be the center of arts and culture. I’ve been here since January 2016. I have traveled extensively and love to chat about that.
I have a beautiful little morkie and we go for daily walks or rides on my electric bike. I used to be an artisan working at major arts and crafts shows in the United States and I traveled to exhibitions. -Speaking of which we have a number of them all year long in Sarasota.
I have a beautiful little morkie and we go for daily walks or rides on my electric bike. I used to be an artisan working at major arts and crafts shows in the United States and I traveled to exhibitions. -Speaking of which we have a number of them all year long in Sarasota.
Why they chose this property
This neighborhood is crazy convenient. A friend of mine with multiple properties Offered me to live in one of her places and economically that would’ve been great, but I wouldn’t do that after living here and having the pleasure of living so close to downtown. Despite the proximity, there’s no noise And it’s safe. We have little Arty things opening up around us and there are very very few villas in this section of Sarasota. I love living in a little house in a community with friends and a big gorgeous pool.
What makes this property unique
we have the most beautiful pool in the area. It’s big and clean and during season it’s heated. And during the summer, the sun heats it. There are bathrooms and outdoor shower and it’s incredibly rarely attended. I guess the original tenant owners don’t use it much and the guests go to the beach. That leaves you with a private pool that’s huge! it’s also very lightly chlorinated so it leaves you feeling clean instead of chemically
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