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@ShellmateIsland⭒Tiny House⭒ISLAND Home⭒Free Bikes⭒Kayaks⭒Fruit Trees!

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An aerial view of a coastal city with a wide beach, beachfront hotels, and a marina.
A modern kitchen with green cabinets, a bar area, and a large TV screen displaying 'NETFLIX'.
A covered outdoor seating area with a neon sign, chairs, a sofa, and a patterned rug.
A building with a glass door entrance, a neon sign, and a garden with palm trees and flowers.
A compact living space with a kitchenette, a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a large window with greenery outside.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Cook, dine, and unwind
    Top-rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Your private hideaway
    Guests love the secluded location for peace and quiet.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Sarasota, FL
  • Place, Gulf Gate Golf Club
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, St. Armands Circle
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Place, Lido Beach
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Livingroom bed

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

@ShellmateIsland⭒Tiny House⭒ISLAND Home⭒Free Bikes⭒Kayaks⭒Fruit Trees!

Octagonal 320ft² tiny home sitting on a private 1.5-acre island!⭑

✯ Lake access
✯ Walk to dining, nightlife, and shopping
✯ Fully equipped + stocked kitchen
✯ Free bikes + kayaks +beach gear
✯ Backyard fire pit + BBQ
✯ Screened-in outdoor lounge w/ hammocks
✯ Smart TV w/ Netflix
✯ Memory foam bed
✯ 426Mbps wifi

Ask which fruit trees are in season for a homegrown treat!

3 min → Siesta Key Beach
7 min → Downtown SRQ
12 min → Myakka River State Park (river kayaking + wildlife viewing)
The space

✩✩Ask which of our fruit trees are in season for a homegrown organic treat!
We have mango, avocado, lychee, figs, mulberry & banana trees!✩✩

Other amenities:
➪ Sofa bed
➪ Coffee maker (K-cup)
➪ Onsite washer + dryer
➪ AC + Heat
➪ Onsite parking
➪ Private entrance
➪ Self-check-in / out

***MESSAGE US FOR CURRENT PROMO PRICING***

Please note: Sofa bed is a floor-style sofa bed. A bit tight for two large adults.

Guest access
Parking space is included in this rental. Please, make yourself at home.

Other things to note
Please remember that you're staying in a house, not a hotel. Please treat the space with respect. If any problems arise, we will do our best to take action ASAP, but there is no one living on-site 24/7.

This is a shared property and there is a total of two tiny houses on the island.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9250222
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

Located in Sarasota, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. 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. Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium and St. Boniface Episcopal Church Labyrinth are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and hunting nearby.
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Sarasota, FL

What's nearby

  • Gulf Gate Golf Club - 5 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Mall at University Town Center - 19 min drive - 21.8 km
  • St. Armands Circle - 27 min drive - 16.3 km
  • Lido Beach - 28 min drive - 17.3 km
  • Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium - 31 min drive - 19.0 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪RaceTrac - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Slim Chickens - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Brew Life Brewing - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is @ShellmateIsland⭒Tiny House⭒ISLAND Home⭒Free Bikes⭒Kayaks⭒Fruit Trees! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at @ShellmateIsland⭒Tiny House⭒ISLAND Home⭒Free Bikes⭒Kayaks⭒Fruit Trees!?

As of 3 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at @ShellmateIsland⭒Tiny House⭒ISLAND Home⭒Free Bikes⭒Kayaks⭒Fruit Trees! on 9 Sept 2026 start from AU$347, 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 @ShellmateIsland⭒Tiny House⭒ISLAND Home⭒Free Bikes⭒Kayaks⭒Fruit Trees!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at @ShellmateIsland⭒Tiny House⭒ISLAND Home⭒Free Bikes⭒Kayaks⭒Fruit Trees!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at @ShellmateIsland⭒Tiny House⭒ISLAND Home⭒Free Bikes⭒Kayaks⭒Fruit Trees!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is @ShellmateIsland⭒Tiny House⭒ISLAND Home⭒Free Bikes⭒Kayaks⭒Fruit Trees! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Sarasota Memorial Health Care System and within 3 miles (5 km) of Gulf Gate Golf Club and Gulf Gate Shopping Center. Bee Ridge Park and Sarasota Square are also within 3 miles (5 km).

About the host

Hosted by Tim Davidson

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Hello,
My name is Tim Davidson! After living tiny in 270 sqft for three years, we decided to share our journey of tiny living with you! We look forward to seeing you at Shellmate Island and will strive to make it an excellent experience for you!

Some recent updates have been a huge native Florida plant garden, along with a huge butterfly garden!

Why they chose this property

✩We're honored to be featured on HGTV, A&E, Insider, Apartment Therapy, New York Post, Business Insider, Readers Digest, AOL, Wayfair, Yaho0 News, Tiny House Giant Journey with Jenna, and Redfin! ✩

What makes this property unique

✩We're honored to be featured on HGTV, A&E, Insider, Apartment Therapy, New York Post, Business Insider, Readers Digest, AOL, Wayfair, Yaho0 News, Tiny House Giant Journey with Jenna, and Redfin! ✩

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