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Casita Morning Star | Pet Friendly Home on Siesta Key, Heated Pool, Walk to Beach & South Village!

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Step into your private tropical sanctuary—warm water glistens under the sun, surrounded by lush greenery and the gentle hum of island life.
See the cozy footprint of Morning Star nestled among palms and tropical blooms—a peaceful hideaway just steps from beachside charm and village buzz.
As twilight deepens, the pool's glow invites you to unwind beneath the stars, the soft chirp of night creatures and a gentle breeze setting the perfect scene for relaxation.
From above, the endless turquoise Gulf against Crescent Beach's powdery white sands.
The pool shimmers under the fading light, inviting you to pause, breathe, and soak in the magic of island twilight.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Laundry made easy
    One of the few properties with an in-unit washing machine and dryer.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Siesta Key Marina
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer/dryer
  • Air-conditioning

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Common Space

1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Casita Morning Star | Pet Friendly Home on Siesta Key, Heated Pool, Walk to Beach & South Village!

🌴 Casita Morning Star | A Coastal Charm with Private Pool, Walk to Crescent Beach + Village

💖 Why You'll Love This Home
Welcome to Casita Morning Star, a cheerful Siesta Key hideaway with its own private heated pool, tropical outdoor space, and a 3-minute walk to Crescent Beach and Point of Rocks. One half of a charming duplex, this home gives you privacy and comfort in an unbeatable beachside location.

👨‍👩‍👧 Perfect For
Ideal for families, couples, or small groups seeking a peaceful, pet-friendly retreat with modern comforts, walkable beach access, and a private pool—not shared with the other unit.

🎞️ Imagine This
Wake to the sound of waves just blocks away and enjoy coffee on your screened front porch, soaking in the quiet coastal morning. After a stroll to Crescent Beach or exploring Point of Rocks, head back for a dip in your private heated pool, surrounded by lush tropical greenery and a fenced yard for total relaxation. Fire up the gas grill for dinner and unwind inside with open living space, smart TVs, and a fully equipped kitchen for home-cooked meals. With 3 spacious bedrooms and 3 full baths, everyone enjoys space and comfort in this light-filled island escape.

🛌 Where You'll Sleep
• Bedroom 1: King Bed, Ensuite Bath, TV
• Bedroom 2: King Bed, Shared Ensuite Bath, TV
• Bedroom 3: Full Beds, Shared Hall Bath, TVl
• Queen Sleeper Sofa: Located in Living Room – Sleeps 2

📍 Explore the Area
• 0.2 Miles to Crescent Beach Access #13
• 0.3 Miles to Point of Rocks snorkeling spot
• 0.2 Miles to Crescent Village (restaurants, shops, coffee)
• 1.2 Miles to Siesta Key Beach public access
• 1.8 Miles to Siesta Key Village
• Walk to Boat Rentals, Ice Cream Shops, Local Markets, and Bars
• Quiet, Walkable Street on Southern Siesta Key

⌛ Don't Wait
Casita Morning Star offers everything you need for a beachside escape—private pool, pet-friendly policy, beach proximity, and space to sleep up to 8 guests. Your reservation includes our CottageClean™ program with a 6-hour deep clean and 35-point inspection. The pool is heated between November 15 – April 15.

📝 Need to Know: Starter packs of kitchen and toiletry essentials provided for a seamless first couple of nights. Free high-speed WiFi included. This is a single-level duplex unit with a shared wall but no shared amenities. Dog-friendly with a 25-pound limit and pet fee. Access to the home from Midnight Pass Rd. pool is heated between November 15 – April 15.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4553621
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 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

Siesta Key

Located in Siesta Key, this holiday home is in the city centre and 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 Siesta Key Beach and Crescent 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. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and ecotours nearby.
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Siesta Key, FL

What's nearby

  • Crescent Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Siesta Key Marina - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Siesta Key Beach - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • St. Armands Circle - 29 min drive - 19.7 km
  • Lido Beach - 30 min drive - 20.4 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • Panera Bread
  • ‪Hooters - ‬3 min drive
  • Culver's
  • ‪Captain Curt's Crab & Oyster Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Taco Jalisco - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Casita Morning Star | Pet Friendly Home on Siesta Key, Heated Pool, Walk to Beach & South Village! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Casita Morning Star | Pet Friendly Home on Siesta Key, Heated Pool, Walk to Beach & South Village!?

As of 5 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Casita Morning Star | Pet Friendly Home on Siesta Key, Heated Pool, Walk to Beach & South Village! on 8 June 2026 start from AU$946, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Casita Morning Star | Pet Friendly Home on Siesta Key, Heated Pool, Walk to Beach & South Village! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Casita Morning Star | Pet Friendly Home on Siesta Key, Heated Pool, Walk to Beach & South Village!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Casita Morning Star | Pet Friendly Home on Siesta Key, Heated Pool, Walk to Beach & South Village!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Casita Morning Star | Pet Friendly Home on Siesta Key, Heated Pool, Walk to Beach & South Village!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Casita Morning Star | Pet Friendly Home on Siesta Key, Heated Pool, Walk to Beach & South Village! located?

Located in the heart of Siesta Key, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Crescent Beach and Siesta Key Beach. Turtle Beach is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) away.

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

6/10 Okay

Lisa S.

Liked: Communication, location
Close proximity to the beach is a key feature.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Faith G.

Great place to spend time with the family.

We really enjoyed the house, and the great pool!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
Thank you for your kind words about one of our favorite properties! We hope to have you return soon, and until then, #CottageOn Love, The CottageCrew
Verified

8/10 Good

Mary E.

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josh K.

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

Nice place

Enjoyed the property
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Apr 2023
Hi Josh, Thank you so much for sharing your 5 star vacation experience with us! We are so happy to hear you enjoyed your stay at Casita Morning Star and got to take advantage of all the amazing amenities that are included in the home! We appreciate the positive feedback and hope to host your stay again sometime in the future. With love, The Cottage Crew
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo S.

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

Detox weekend

2 families that needed to destress from all the news and WFH situation found this gem 2 blocks away from the most beautiful beach in the world. Our Casita was amazing. We will definitely come back (hopefully soon)
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Nov 2020
Hi Eduardo, We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay at Casita Morning Star! Siesta Key Beach is the #1 beach in the USA! We hope to host your next stay in beautiful Siesta Key soon! With Love, The CottageCrew
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bc C.

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

Family get-away

The management company is wonderful. The unit is exactly as described. Very clean, no odors, comfy beds, great pool and beach access. Reasonably well appointed - plenty of towels & beach towels (could use more silverware). Very appreciated: some toiletries, cleaning products, TP & snacks awaited our arrival.Downsides: situated on a busy & noisy street. AC controls not available in our unit (positioned in the other half of the duplex, perhaps?)We had a great time!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 May 2025
Hi Barbara, Thank you for the thoughtful review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the home, amenities, and our service. We appreciate the helpful feedback on the silverware and A/C access—both are noted for improvement. It was a pleasure hosting you! Regards, The CottageCrew
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Coit B.

Clean quick access

Had a great time at the residence. The Cottage has everything you need to complete your beach stay (wagon, beach chairs, sand toys, coolers, pool floats, etc..) so bring only the minimum. The facility was clean and operated as advertised. Greeted very friendly by the staff and encouraging to see a genuine “customer service” approach. Happy to stay there again. There is a public beach access within a 5-8 minute walk (we did it with four kids under 6). Beds are comfortable and linens were clean. All the best!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
Coit, Thank you for your review of Casita Morning Star! We are thrilled you enjoyed the home, from the beach amenities and especially the customer service. We pride ourselves on creating a warm inviting atmosphere that smooths the transition from a hectic travel day to a serene environment. We hope you will consider us again in the future. Until next time, #CottageOn! With Love, The CottageCrew
Verified

8/10 Good

Idalmis P.

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

Great Vacation place

At the first entrance of house, it smells fantastic, everything was organized, and the AC was on, so the welcome was great. When you pay close attention, behind the Furnitures, at both entrances of the house there were a lot of debris. same thing happened inside the porch by the pool. Other than that, our vacation was awesome. i will recommended to friends. thanks
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2022
Hi Idalmis, Thank you for sharing your vacation experience with us. We are thrilled to hear you enjoyed your vacation at Casita Morning Star! However, we do appreciate your honest feedback. We sincerely apologize for an inconvenience that this may have caused you. We have addressed this issue with our cleaners / maintenance crew and have ensured that they pay closer attention to the upkeep of these spaces. If you choose to visit Siesta Key for another tropical getaway, feel free to give us a call and redeem your return guest discount! With love, The Cottage Crew
Verified

6/10 Okay

Tania H.

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

Great location

The location is perfect, plenty of restaurant and bar options, easy walk to the beach and quick drive to get off of the island. House is clean. The AC was broken when we arrived and I was in continuous communication with the property managers who were responsive and kind. The AC repairman had to come daily and each evening the AC was broken again. It was finally repaired on Wednesday of our week. The issue was identified on the first day but not corrected for 4 days. The beds are comfortable and there were plenty of linens and kitchen supplies to use. Overall, we had a wonderful vacation I just wish I hadn’t needed to spend part of the vacation with a broken AC.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Apr 2025
Hi Tania, Thank you for your thoughtful review! We're so glad you enjoyed the location, comfort, and amenities. We truly appreciate your patience and understanding as we worked through the AC issue, and we're sorry again for the inconvenience. We'd love the chance to welcome you back for a smoother stay in the future! Regards, The CottageCrew
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy K.

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

First visit to Siesta Key

We enjoyed our stay at the house. The property management is absolutely first rate. They are responsive and very attentive to make sure our stay was amazing. We had a minor issue with the electronic door entry (dead battery) but the maintenance man arrived within 10 minutes! The house is adorable. I do want others to know the house is a duplex so the pool areas are side by side, separated by a fence and plants, which doesn’t give much privacy. Luckily the other house was not occupied during our visit. The house had everything we needed and the beds are super comfy. The house is on a main street so road noise can be bothersome. A couple of suggestions for the management group: A table and chairs is needed poolside The current patio furniture is in need of replacement - and it’s super uncomfortable Additional lighting outside would be nice
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
Cindy, Your sweet words about Casita Morning Star mean so much to us! We appreciate our guests' feedback very much! We have brought this to the attention of the owner and have gotten approval to move forward with improving the outside areas! Thank you again for your feedback and we cannot wait to host you again! Until next time, #CottageOn! With Love, The Cottage Crew
Verified

8/10 Good

Beth W.

Our stay at Casita Morning Star at The Cottages on the Key

Our three bedroom apartment was just beautiful. Professionally furnished with attention to details. Gas grill with grill tools, beach chairs, beach towels, bikes, lovely pool. Incredible beds with the most lovely linens. Cupcakes upon arrival was a sweet touch and appreciated. The location is close to everything. On the downside, the house is located on a very busy road and there is lots of road noise and traffic when in the pool or screened porch. I was unaware that there are limited beach paths open to the public on Siesta Key. To me this is a real deterrent. The walk to the closest available beach from the cottage was longer than I anticipated, esp with two small children and an infant in a stroller. The beach path has deep sand and I was unable to navigate the beach cart or the stroller through the deep sand and had to ask strangers for assistance. Sorry, but the beautiful beaches on Anna Maria have spoiled me.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
Beth, Thank you for your review of Casita Morning Star! We are delighted you enjoyed your stay with us, from the cupcakes upon arrival to the location and amenities of the home. We hope to host your stay again the next time you are in beautiful Siesta Key! Until next time, CottageON! With Love, The CottageCrew
Verified

8/10 Good

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a very nice week. Would consider renting again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yury V.

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

Awesome place, will go back!

My family and myself had a good time. Thanks 😊
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Oct 2021
Yury, We're glad you and your family enjoyed your stay! Make sure you come back and visit us soon! #CottageOn With Love, -The Cottage Crew
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea M.

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

Great place in great location

The property was just as pictured and a 5-10 min walk to point of rocks. Like others have stated the duplex pools are close together w/little privacy, but that’s to be expected.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 3 May 2021
Hi Andrea, We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay at Casita Morning Star! We would love to host your next relaxing getaway to Siesta Key! With Love, The CottageCrew
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gerardo F.

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

It’s a gem

Looking forward to go back in September
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Nov 2020
Hi Gerardo, We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay at Casita Morning Star! We hope to host your stay in Siesta Key again soon! With Love, The CottageCrew
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan D.

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

Sunny days

The house is very nice and worked perfectly for our family. The beds were awesome!!! We would definitely booked it again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

PATRICIA S.

Loved this place!!!

This is a gem.....perfect for our vacation, a short walk to the beach, shops, and restaurants. Every amenity inside couldn't have been better. Kaitlyn with guest services was an awesome contact........hated to leave
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
Thanks Patricia! We would be so happy to have you guys back year after year! Until next time, #CottageOn! Sincerely, The CottageCrew
Verified

8/10 Good

Jill R.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar 2026
Hi Jill, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review, we're so glad to hear you enjoyed your stay at Casita Morning Star. We always aim to provide a 5-star experience for our guests, so if there’s anything you feel we could improve or enhance for the future, we’d truly appreciate any feedback you’re open to sharing. We hope to welcome you back to The Cottages on the Key for another memorable stay soon! Warmly, Guest Services Team
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Inna

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2023

About the host

Hosted by The Cottages on the Key, Inc.

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What makes this property unique

Welcome to Casita Morning Star, a 3 bedroom/3 bathroom home that offers a private heated pool and screened in lanai. Along with its sister property Casita Sun Star, both units make up The Solaster.

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