Spacious 3BR/2BA retreat w/ heated pool, game room w/ ping pong & video games, bikes & beach gear! Sleeps 8. Close to Anna Maria Island, Siesta Key, Lido Beach, & Ringling Museum. Your fun-filled Florida escape awaits!
The Space:
Welcome to Seashells & Sunshine, your private Florida oasis perfectly located between Sarasota, Bradenton, and Anna Maria Island (AMI). With 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, this bright, coastal-inspired home sleeps up to 8 guests, making it ideal for families and groups.
Whether you’re planning sun-filled beach days, cultural adventures, or simply relaxing by the pool, this home is packed with amenities to keep everyone entertained.
Why You’ll Love It
• Heated Private Pool – year-round swimming with plenty of seating for lounging
• Game Room Fun – ping pong table, video games and karaoke for all ages
• Spacious Layout – open-concept living, dining, and breakfast bar for easy gatherings
• Comfortable Sleeping for 8 – three bedrooms plus a queen sleeper sofa
Prime Location
The perfect home base for exploring the Gulf Coast! Centrally located for easy access to beaches, shopping, and dining:
• Anna Maria Island Beaches – 20 minutes
• Siesta Key Beach – 25 minutes
• Lido Beach & St. Armands Circle – 20 minutes
• Downtown Sarasota – 15 minutes
• Downtown Bradenton & Riverwalk – 15 minutes
• The Ringling Museum – 15 minutes
• IMG Academy – 20 minutes
• Grocery Stores, Local Shops, and Restaurants – 5–10 minutes
Sleeping Arrangements
• Bedroom 1: King bed (primary suite)
• Bedroom 2: Queen bed
• Bedroom 3: King bed
• Additional Sleeping: Queen sleeper sofa in living room
Perfect For
• Family vacations
• Group beach trips
• AMI & Sarasota cultural getaways
Spend your mornings biking to a local café, your afternoons exploring white-sand beaches, and your evenings floating in the heated pool or battling it out in the game room. At Seashells & Sunshine, your only job is to relax and make memories.
Other Things to Note:
Upon arrival you will find a starter set of supplies for your stay. These supplies include Toilet Paper, Paper Towels, Laundry Detergent, Coffee and Tea.
We have a private heated (during winter season) swimming pool available for your use. Our pool offers the service of pool heat, as a courtesy to our guests at no additional charge. Our pool and equipment are closely monitored by our pool company for your safety and enjoyment, and we kindly ask that the controls, valves, pumps, heaters, and system not be tampered with because doing so could result in damage that you may be liable for. These system components should only be evaluated or adjusted by our pool company technician. Our winter months are considered to be from November through April. During these months we do our best to ensure that the pool is heated to a temperature of 82- 85 degrees.
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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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Sarasota
Whitfield Estates, a neighbourhood in Sarasota, is home to this holiday home. Mall at University Town Center and St. Armands Circle 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. Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium and Asolo Theatre for the Performing Arts are also worth visiting.
Sarasota International Convention Center - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
University of South Florida Sarasota - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
New College of Florida - 3 min drive - 3.8 km
Powel Crosley Estate - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art - 4 min drive - 4.8 km
Getting around
Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 11 min drive
Restaurants
RaceTrac - 17 min walk
McDonald's - 4 min drive
Cafe Havana - 5 min drive
Anna Maria Oyster Bar - 4 min drive
Circle K - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Seashells & Sunshine – Pool, Games, AMI Beaches pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at Seashells & Sunshine – Pool, Games, AMI Beaches?
As of 29 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Seashells & Sunshine – Pool, Games, AMI Beaches on 19 July 2026 start from AU$442, 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.
What time is check-in at Seashells & Sunshine – Pool, Games, AMI Beaches?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Seashells & Sunshine – Pool, Games, AMI Beaches?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Seashells & Sunshine – Pool, Games, AMI Beaches located?
Located in Whitfield Estates, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Sarasota International Convention Center, University of South Florida Sarasota and New College of Florida. Powel Crosley Estate and Sarasota Ballet are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
EVERYTHING was awesome! Lovely gift of cookies and pleasantly surprised to find all the bathrooms with well stocked toiletries! That was a great bonus! The pool has all the floating water toys you could want! Great outdoor seating and TV! Location was close to the beaches and downtown Sarasota! The house was clean and the robes were perfect after a swim in December in the heated pool! The hosts were perfect with communication and letting us know check in information!
The house was amazing and exceeded our expectations. The owner thought of everything and there was plenty to keep our family of 5 with 3 teenage girls entertained for the 3 day weekend. We are looking forward to our next opportunity to stay there.
Cedric B.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Sept 2025
Thank you for the great review Cedric! We are very excited that you and your family loved your stay. We hope to have you back in the future! You were great guests!
Our stay at your house was amazing, its in a nice location to get all around town and neighbors were quite and to themselves. The house has lots of amenities so when you show up you have some time before shopping. We all loved the pool and seating outside. Bedrooms, and house lay out worked great. I would highly recommend the stay here to anyone!
cody b.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 July 2025
Thank you for allowing us to host you. We are very happy you enjoyed your stay! You were great guests and are welcome back anytime!
Had a wonderful stay! Very comfortable, nicely decorated, clean, and great location. Host even left a very thoughtful gift and hand written note! Great touch!
Jason S.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Mar 2024
Thank you Jason! I am so glad you enjoyed your time. We hope to host you and your family again in the future!
We had a great time. The house is perfect. Good size, comfortable beds, well stocked and close enough that you can drive to the beaches. The kids loved the pool. Perfect place to spend time with the family.
Violet Q.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 June 2024
Thank you Violet! I am so glad that you enjoyed your time here. We loved having you and your family. We hope to have you again in the future!
Jay and Dawn
This property was wonderful. The owner had beach chairs, a beach wagon, stroller, umbrella, and sand toys that we were able to use. The house was beautiful and the pool was amazing.
Amanda K.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 June 2024
We are so happy that you loved the amenities! We strive our best to take care of our guests. Thank you Amanda! Come see us again.
Jay and Dawn
We were here for a gymnastics camp and brought the family to enjoy some beach time! The house was clean, well laid out, well stocked and conveniently located to multiple beaches and the gym. Highly recommend!
Amanda F.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 July 2024
Thank you for the awesome review Amanda! We hope you had fun with the gymnastics camp. We hope to have you back in the future.
Jay and Dawn
This home was perfect for our needs. The intent was to come down and relax with the comfort of home and that is exactly what it was. The interior of the house was perfectly decorated and comfortable. The pool was well kept and clean. This house has everything you need to enjoy a peaceful vacation.
Mark L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 July 2024
We are so happy you enjoyed our home and were able to have a relaxing time Mark! We hope you come see us again in the future.
Dawn and Jay
This house is very nice. Tastefully furnished and very comfortable. All the amenities you need for a great vacation. The neighborhood was quiet and close to shopping and restaurants. Pool is very nice. It is a good size. Nice little game room off the pool area. Very responsive property manager.
House was in a nice neighborhood with plenty of stuff to do, within a 30 mile radius. Enjoyed sitting outside without all the hassles of bugs. Property manager was very pleasant and quick to respond when we needed something extra.
The check-in/check-out procedure was easy. The listing accurately reflects the property! The property manager Madelyn was great to work with, and responded within minutes of any message. The manager and hosts are extremely accommodating and ensured our stay was phenomenal! The property is ideally situated n eat the airport and close to Sarasota activities and beaches. Lots of local restaurants. Our 2-week stay was awesome!
Jim B.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Mar 2024
I am so happy that you all had such a great time in Sarasota! Come back and see us again. Thank you for taking care of our home and being such great guests.
Dawn and Jay
We loved this home. Everything was clean and Madelyn was very attentive to every detail. Remembering we were there to celebrate my father's 90th birthday and left him a gift and card. Very thoughtful and we are so appreciative.
Cindy S.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Mar 2024
Thank you for choosing our home to bring your family to celebrate! Happy 90th birthday once again to your dad! I'm glad he enjoyed his gift and thank you for the picture! Hopefully we will get to host you again in the future. Dawn and Jay
This is one of the best VRBO homes we've ever stayed at. So incredibly thoughtful with the way the home is stocked and ready. Blankets everywhere, great beds, beach supplies galore, plugs and charger ports all over the place. Easy to remember the code to get in, brilliant! Met a few neighbors while we were out and they were very friendly, as were their dogs. 20 minutes away from anything you want to do. Book this house.
We loved our stay in Sarasota. This home is beautiful, comfortable (beds, couch, throw blankets….everything) and had everything we needed!!! Adorable personal touches like a kitchen towel folded into a bow and a little bow on the toilet tissue! Supplies were arranged in a cute way under the sinks also! My girls loved the illuminated mirror in the hall bath. Everything worked perfectly from the TVs to the washer and dryer. Bikes were enjoyed as was the pool! Everything supplied for beach days. Quiet neighborhood, close to AMI and others. Hosts were responsive and very kind!! We will definitely stay at the Stones home again when we return to Florida.
Kathryn T.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Apr 2025
Thank you for all the great compliments Kathryn. So glad you enjoyed all the extra touches to the home. Thank you for being such great guests. We hope to be able to host you again in the future!
Everything was so easy from the moment we booked this property, the owners got back to us immediately with any questions we had. Easy check in with an email prior to our booking with details on accessing the property, even better no keys to worry about just a key pad and code for everyone to come and go as they please.
The house itself is on a lovely quiet street, the house has plenty of parking, door code in to house and you step into a lovely bright and airy entrance with all rooms leading off, the master suite is spacious, comfortable and a good size en-suite and closet, the other bedrooms both comfortable with plenty of storage and again plenty of closet space, all decorated beautifully and exceptionally clean. The living space was ample for us as a family, leading into dining area and then the kitchen, again with everything you need for your stay.
The pool was a perfect temperature and the outdoor space provided plenty of seating and loungers for everyone, plenty of inflatables for the pool too, the game room was great and we took advantage to improve our table tennis skills, this is a fantastic space if you are there with younger children.
The BBQ was great and easy to use, and we enjoyed a few meals seated outside in the early evening sun.
Overall our experience was very positive, we couldn’t have asked for more, the property is as seen in the photos, very clean, beautiful decor and provided everything we needed, a five star rating from us, thank you.
Tim B.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Apr 2024
Guests like you make hosting worth every bit, thank you for treating the house with respect and as your own! We hope to welcome you back soon in the future!