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10/10 Excellent
Sue G.
18 Apr 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sue G.
Stayed 49 nights in Feb 2026
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Butterfly House, close to beaches, restaurants, live entertainment & shopping
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Reviews
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
- Washing machine
- Air-conditioning
- Internet access
- Dryer
- Bathtub
- Non-smoking
Explore the area
Sarasota, FL
- Gulf Gate Golf ClubPlace, Gulf Gate Golf Club6 min walk
- NontandoPlace, Nontando5 min drive
- Gulf Gate MallPlace, Gulf Gate Mall6 min drive
- Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)35 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3
Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet
About this property
Butterfly House, close to beaches, restaurants, live entertainment & shopping
Make yourself at home in this charming 3br/3bath Sarasota retreat. This welcoming house boasts 1 king bed and 2 queen beds, perfect for a cozy stay. Enjoy the beautiful bathrooms equipped with a shower, bathtub, and jetted bathtub. With amenities like AC, WiFi, washer & dryer & a large saltwater pool (unheated), guests can relax and unwind in style. Make your holiday one for the books with a stay at the Butterfly House. 3 miles from Siesta Key Public Beach & Siesta Key Village. A short walk to Gulf Gate Village (research this area to see all the offerings).
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House Rules
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Property # 4365119vb
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 is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Sarasota
Gulf Gate Estates, a neighbourhood in Sarasota, is home to this holiday home. 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 Crescent Beach and Siesta Key Beach. Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium and St. Boniface Episcopal Church Labyrinth are also worth visiting.
Sarasota, FL
What's nearby
- Gulf Gate Golf Club - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
- Nontando - 5 min drive - 1.7 km
- Gulf Gate Mall - 6 min drive - 2.0 km
- Bowlero Gulf Gate - 8 min drive - 2.4 km
- Lido Beach - 32 min drive - 22.0 km
Getting around
- Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 36 min drive
Restaurants
- Taco Bell - 2 min drive
- Spice Indian Cuisine - 2 min drive
- Tijuana Flats - 3 min drive
- Keke's Breakfast Cafe - 3 min drive
- Brooklyn Bagels & Deli - 13 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Butterfly House, close to beaches, restaurants, live entertainment & shopping pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
Where is Butterfly House, close to beaches, restaurants, live entertainment & shopping located?
Located in Gulf Gate Estates, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Gulf Gate Golf Club, Sarasota Memorial Health Care System and Gulf Gate Mall. Sarasota Square and Siesta Key Marina are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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Listing accuracy
Reviews
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Apr 2026
Hi Sue! Thank you so much for making The Butterfly House your home while visiting amazing Sarasota and surrounding areas. We are so glad you enjoyed the pool, we looked a very long time before purchasing as we were looking for the kind of privacy the large pool and covered lanai area offers. We love Gulf Gate Estates as it provides easy access to so many dining, shopping, parks, biking/walking trails and of course, the best beaches FL has to offer. We are happy to see that you are returning next year! Thanks again for choosing The Butterfly House!
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8/10 Good
Adina T.
26 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
This home is a perfect location for restaurants, shopping, and most importantly close enough to Siesta Key beach. It's about a 10 minute drive to the beach.Rick and Sandra were always available and able to help whenever we contacted them with issue.The butterfly house was clean and we really enjoyed the lanai and pool area.
Adina T.
Stayed 42 nights in Feb 2025
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Hosted by Sandra Elliott
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