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Private Studio · Near Siesta Key · Pet Friendly

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A patio with a wicker sofa, a yellow umbrella, and a blue patterned rug.
A bedroom with a white bed, green and white bedding, a desk with a lamp, and a hanging plant.
A white door with a keypad lock, a blue and white striped wall, a welcome sign with tulips, and a potted orchid on a metal table.
A room with a window covered by black curtains, a white desk with a teal towel, and a gold-colored drying rack.
A potted plant with colorful flowers in front of a wooden fence.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchenette
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Sarasota, FL
  • Place, Bee Ridge Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, St. Armands Circle
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Place, Lido Beach
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Spaces

Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Private Studio · Near Siesta Key · Pet Friendly

You'll love this cosy and private mini studio — ideal for couples or remote workers. Just 10 minutes from Siesta Key Beach, it features a queen-size bed, fast Wi-Fi, Roku TV, a small table, and a compact kitchen with a microwave, refrigerator, and drip coffee maker.

Enjoy a charming private tropical patio with a sofa and a futon. The studio has its own private entrance, is pet-friendly, and is located in a quiet area close to shops, restaurants, and supermarkets.

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The Space
This cosy studio offers full privacy with its own side entrance and is located in a quiet backyard, completely separated from the main house. The front house is occupied by a friendly long-term tenant who is not involved in your stay.

If you need anything, I'm always available and happy to help via VRBO chat or phone. You'll have full independence with the comfort of knowing help is nearby if needed.

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Guest Access
We want you to feel comfortable and welcome during your stay!

Please note there are others residents living in the front house who share the driveway. You will have one designated parking spot on the right side of the driveway, directly in front of the garage. If you're bringing more than one car, please contact me in advance only I can check availability.

The left side of the driveway belongs to the front house residents and should not be used.

After parking, you'll see a side walkway with a white fence on your right — this is your private entrance, leading directly to the studio in the backyard.

You'll have exclusive access to the private patio area, featuring sofas, a cosy futon, and decorative lights that create a relaxing and welcoming atmosphere. This outdoor space is for guest use only.

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Other Things to Note
I've done my best to provide a clear and honest description of the space, only you know exactly what to expect. This is a small but thoughtfully designed studio, ideal for up to two guests.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: less than 10 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4814875vb
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

South Gate Ridge, a neighbourhood in Sarasota, is home to this apartment. 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. Ready for a night out? Consider Sarasota Fairgrounds & Robarts Arena and Sarasota Fairgrounds.
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Sarasota, FL

What's nearby

  • Bee Ridge Park - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Mote Science Education Aquarium - 19 min drive - 17.7 km
  • Mall at University Town Center - 20 min drive - 19.5 km
  • St. Armands Circle - 23 min drive - 14.3 km
  • Lido Beach - 24 min drive - 15.3 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Brew Life Brewing - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Taco Fusion Express - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Spice Indian Cuisine - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Oak & Stone - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Studio · Near Siesta Key · Pet Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Private Studio · Near Siesta Key · Pet Friendly?

As of 9 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Private Studio · Near Siesta Key · Pet Friendly on 12 Oct 2026 start from AU$236, 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.

How much is parking at Private Studio · Near Siesta Key · Pet Friendly?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private Studio · Near Siesta Key · Pet Friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Studio · Near Siesta Key · Pet Friendly?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private Studio · Near Siesta Key · Pet Friendly located?

Located in South Gate Ridge, this apartment building is within 3 miles (5 km) of The Landings, Gulf Gate Golf Club and Gulf Gate Shopping Center. Siesta Key Beach and Sarasota Square are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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. 11 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 17 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

8.2/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a beautiful unit. Just like the pictures
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and cozy!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We did not travel with a pet. The place was very small but adequate. It was clean and friendly and a safe place to lay my head every night.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a very conveniently located studio apartment with a quality designed interior and a charmingly designed private sitting area just outside your door. Perfect for a single person or couple. The host is accommodating and makes you feel comfortable in communicating any questions you my have.
Private sitting area
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The studio in back of house was very clean and safe.Everything went so smoothly!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Diving trip

This was a great place to stay. Room was very clean and well stocked with everything you needed for your stay. It also had many extras incase you forgot anything. I would recommend this place to and stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 May 2022
Excellent guests! super silent! They left everything very clean and organized. I would love to have them back! I highly recommend!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful experience

The property was exactly as advertised. Very convenient to get to Beaches. Is check in and very clean. Thoroughly enjoyed my stay
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 May 2022
We love having Nanci in our Studio. She was super organized and kept everything very clean! I highly recommend!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Well it went well, could not have done it any other way

Loved everything about the stay, had no problems
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loved our stay

The mini studio was very clean and exactly as described in the photos. Lovely back, private patio. We stayed for a month and the property had all the amenities we needed. Will definitely book the property again. The hosts are on site and available for anything u may need along ur trip. They were gracious and very helpful
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 May 2022
We loved having Amy and her husband here. They stayed with us for a month, and they were exceptional! super quiet, reserved, attentive and very friendly. Amy always played with our little dog::zig, and he loved her! We hope they come back one day! It will be a pleasure to host you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Comfortable Private Location

This place was very well decorated, clean and comfortable. The host was very friendly and helpful. The fenced in yard (we have a 5 year old dog) and patio made for a great time of privacy and freedom while eating lunch outside. Jeanette
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 May 2022
We were very happy to have Jeanette, her husband and their dog here. They were amazing guests! very friendly, polite and organized! we appreciate that they chose us for their stay. We hope you come back another time.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Simple basic

Clean, with minimal basics. Easy drive to beaches. The price worked for my budget.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Property was clean. Major issue was that it was much smaller than we anticipated from the listing. We barely had enough space to walk around the bed. The room was that small! Outside was nice but needed to be cleaned upon our request. Pt friendly? If we had pets it would have been too crowded. Street it was on had a lot of traffic and noisy at night. Light system and A/C were difficult to use. A/C didn't work consistently.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

Grateful to find a place

All in all a good experience. Was a little difficult to understand the host, but appreciated the last minute accomodations during busy season.
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to weekend.

Very nice mini-suite. Super clean and well thought out. Lots of towels and very spacious bathroom. Neighborhood was rough. No manicured lawns here but location was great for me. Close to stores and main roads. Hosts on site and available. I would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Don't Make A Highly Expensive Mistake

The property photos and description do not add up to the experience. It's on a very loud, heavy traffic 4-lane road, which combined with the simple single-pane glass windows makes for a 24-hour effect of being right at the curb. The front, side and back yards are an unkempt mess. Open the entry door and you're immediately hit with the powerful smell of mildew. Open a cabinet door and it becomes overwhelming. Understandable that the dishes were dirty (one coffee cup had a prescription pill permanently melted to the inside) since there isn't something so a basic as a sink stopper included. It says there's a toaster oven - there isn't. Another disgusting surprise was a large personal vibrator stored in one of the bed base's drawers. There were gnats constantly flying around us such that trying to catch and kill them out of mid-air was an exercise in futility. The one lone bright spot was the bathroom. It was clean and the shower pressure was strong. Ends up this is a Sarasota thing, which we found out only after leaving to find another place to stay after the first night. It was entirely too depressing and disgusting to stay at this VRBO more than one night. Don't make the same highly expensive mistake we did by believing the ratings, photos and descriptions.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Oct 2025
Since your stay, a lot has changed here — we’ve renovated areas, improved processes, and continue to focus on our guests’ well-being. We’re sorry that your experience did not meet your expectations. Since your stay in early 2024, our property has gone through several important improvements. The backyard, which had been damaged due to a hurricane, has been fully renovated. We added fencing, updated the outdoor area, and included new furniture to create a more pleasant environment for our guests. Regarding the item found in the bed drawer and the cup with residue, we sincerely apologize — that specific drawer had not been opened or checked during the previous cleaning, and since then we’ve reinforced our inspection process. We understand that Sarasota’s subtropical climate can attract insects during certain times of the year. We provide repellent and have implemented additional pest control measures to minimize any inconvenience. Our listing clearly states that we are located near one of Sarasota’s busiest avenues, and the studio is located at the back of the main house, which helps reduce noise. Most of our guests feel comfortable, but we understand that sound sensitivity can vary from person to person. We’re glad to hear you appreciated the bathroom and the shower pressure. We are committed to providing a clean and welcoming space, and your feedback helped us make further improvements. We always strive to keep our descriptions honest and our photos updated to faithfully represent the space, and we continue updating them as improvements are made.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026

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