To be honest, our first reaction was that the property was tired, but we loved it by day 2. You will get to know your neighbors in the additional rental units - ours were very fun and friendly. The bedrooms are tiny so you'll be walking over your suitcases. The best part was the patios with seating areas and BBQ - and the location is PRIME. Walking distance to everything and the beach is heavenly. I gave it a 3 star because of the FEES. Cleaning fees (it's not a mansion! and they ask you to start the linen laundry in the checkout book - which is fine - I washed all the sheets and towels before we left anyway), resort fees (no idea what that paid for), vrbo fees, fees, and fees and fees were almost 2x the per night charge. The fees were just more than justification - otherwise, it is a great family beach, location, and we would probably return.

We loved the location of this house—-steps from the beach and area restaurants!! We had the whole place to ourselves which was nice. It’s not perfectly clear from the VRBO description but this is multi-unit rental property. Shared patios, entry areas. A few things that need attention: Cleanliness upon checking in was not great—-dirty dish towels left in the sink. Attention to detail not there. Bathrooms could use more cleaning. The TV needs replacing——picture was absolutely awful and it had a vertical line through the picture. The outdoor patio furniture is in desperate need of cushion replacement. The cushions were dirty and had been chewed up by something. A cleaning of the patio areas is also needed. Another item that was sooooo uncomfortable for us was the daybeds instead of a couch or sofa or chairs in the living room. Hard to sit in—-and the covers were not clean. Needs improvement and updating. But I will say this in closing——the location is second to none!!!!

The management team was very responsive as I called on them almost every day. They were timely in responding and attending to the issue. We had a nice time and could have had a better time without the toilet needing a fix, without bugs. The location is fantastic, people are nice. Definitely a family vacation tradition.

Pros: The location cannot be beat. Private patios and grills for each unit are awesome. Siesta key beach has softest sand ever! Quaint house - I appreciate the history of the house. We stayed downstairs in original house (Turtle) and love the old pictures that give vibe of old Sarasota. Cons: The big downside was that queen beds were covered with horrible plastic protectors and mattress too soft - so while it was quaint and location cannot be beat, I would not return. I wound up sleeping on the twin beds that make up the sofa. The bed linens are basic and no extra blankets anywhere. (Heater works fine) Also note no dishwasher - no biggie for the three of us but was kinda surprised. Having stayed at many rentals on Texas coast, the beds have always been much better and do not have crinkly plastic protectors. The linens and blankets have been much nicer too.

Beautiful, charming and clean 3 bedroom unit right on the beach and walking distance to Siesta Key village.

We stayed in the Sea Turtle unit and it was wonderful for us. We had 4 adults and 3 kids with us for our 3 night stay. It’s a cozy, clean unit with plenty of space. It had everything we needed to cook meals and make pina colodas. Sea Turtle has its own patio with a direct view of the beach, an outdoor dining table, seating area, and grill. The view of the beach and ocean is stunning and it’s right there in your backyard. There are no streets to cross. You are literally on the beach. The sand is soft as sugar and the ocean was clear blue. We walked to Siesta Key Village for lunch and shopping. There’s also a small grocery store within walking distance. This was truly a wonderful, relaxing and unforgettable place to stay.

The Sea turtle was a wonderful place for our mother daughter trip. We enjoyed the beautiful views and the patio with our morning cup of coffee and watching sunsets in the evening. Would recommend Sea Turtle for your next Siesta Key stay

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