Book your coastal retreat to this quaint 1-bedroom, 1-bath Sarasota vacation rental cottage located just a short drive from Florida's white-sand beaches. Perfect for couples, this meticulously renovated Key West-style bungalow features modern amenities, a space-maximizing layout adorned with nautical accents, and a serene tropical oasis in the shared backyard complete with waterfalls and a pergola. From here you can easily access Siesta Key Beach, downtown, and the village! -- THE PROPERTY -- Shared Backyard | ~4 Mi to Lido Key Beach Bedroom: Queen Bed SHARED OUTDOOR LIVING: Pergola, waterfall, patio furniture, fire pit INDOOR LIVING: 2 flat-screen cable TVs, breakfast bar, ceiling fans KITCHEN: Stainless steel appliances, wooden countertops, cooking basics, dishware/flatware, dishwasher, stove/oven, refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker & grinder, Crockpot, toaster, spices GENERAL: Free WiFi, linens/towels, washer/dryer, central A/C & heat, trash bags/paper towels FAQ: Homeowner on-site (separate unit), 4 exterior security cameras (outward facing), quiet hours (after 10:00 PM) ACCESSIBILITY: Single-story cottage, 3 steps required to access PARKING: Covered parking spot (1 vehicle) -- THE LOCATION -- SAND & SUN: Lido Key Beach (4 miles), Siesta Key Beach (6 miles), Crescent Beach (7 miles), Turtle Beach (8 miles), Beer Can Island (15 miles), Coquina Beach (16 miles) SHOP & DINE: Crossings at Siesta Key (2 miles), St. Armands Circle (4 miles), The Old Salty Dog Siesta Key (5 miles), Siesta Key Oyster Bar (5 miles), Dry Dock Waterfront Grill (6 miles) NEARBY ATTRACTIONS: Marie Selby Botanical Gardens (0.6 miles), Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium (5 miles), The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art (5 miles), Anna Maria Island (20 miles) AIRPORT: Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (5 miles) -- REST EASY WITH US -- Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you. -- POLICIES -- - No smoking - No pets allowed - No events, parties, or large gatherings - Must be at least 25 years old to book - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in - NOTE: Please observe quiet hours after 10:00 PM - NOTE: The homeowner lives on-site, in a completely separate unit with shared outdoor amenities, and may be present during your stay - NOTE: This single-story cottage requires 3 steps to access - NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 4 exterior security cameras. Cameras 1 & 2 are on the house facing the driveway and cottage. Cameras 3 & 4 are on the front/back corner of the cottage facing the yard. The cameras are outward facing and do not look into interior spaces. The cameras actively record video and sound