book your coastal retreat to this quaint 1-bedroom, 1-bath Sarasota vacation rental cottage located 15 minutes from Florida's white-sand beaches. This meticulously renovated Key West-style bungalow is perfect for 2 and features a serene tropical oasis in the backyard complete with waterfalls and a pergola. From here you can easily access Siesta Key Beach, downtown and the village! ** Please note that the homeowner lives on site, in a completely separate unit with some shared outdoor amenities ** -- THE PROPERTY -- Master Bedroom: Queen Bed Switch into vacation mode as you step onto the tile flooring of this charming beach-themed cottage. The one-of-a-kind property features exposed wood, tall ceilings, modern amenities and plenty of nautical accents throughout its space-maximizing layout. Start your day by sipping a warm cup of coffee on the patio furniture outside while watching the sunrise illuminate the space. When you get hungry, walk inside to prepare a hearty breakfast in the modern fully equipped kitchen outfitted with wooden countertops, stainless steel appliances, high-end cooking utensils, a farmhouse sink and a 4-person breakfast bar. The desk underneath the flat-screen cable TV is a fantastic temporary office space if you have to get some work done! Connect to the wireless internet access to catch up on emails, or flip on the TV to hear the local weather report. On your leisure days, enjoy peace and quiet from everything while lounging with your travel companion underneath the shared pergola in the foliage-filled backyard. This tropical paradise is sure to whisk you away to another time and place. Unwind while listening to the soothing sound of the waterfall as you get lost in your favorite book. On-site laundry machines are located on the side of the cottage if you would like to freshen up your outfits before enjoying the Sarasota nightlife! After your night on the town, turn on your favorite show on the wall-mounted flat-screen cable TV in the master bedroom and slip into a deep sleep on the sumptuous queen bed to get ready for the next day. -- THE LOCATION -- It's hard not to think about the beach when you think about Florida and lucky for you, this house is situated 13 minutes from 2 of the best beaches around Sarasota. The famous Siesta Key Public Beach and Lido Key Beach are both equidistant from your doorstep! If you're looking to cast a line, drive 8 minutes to reach Captain Mark and his crew at the Siesta Key Fishing Charters. This organization is the most extensive charter fishing service on the Gulf Coast and is consistently rated as one of the best teams with the highest success rating in the area. The Bobby Jones Golf Club is a 12-minute drive from the cottage and is one of the top public courses in the area. The course is located within the city limits of Sarasota and boasts 2 18-hole championship courses along with a 9-hole executive course if you're in a crunch for time! On the nights that you're not dining at the cottage, try out one of the many delicious Sarasota restaurants. Located 1 mile from the property, Owens Fish Camp is a local hotspot for some of the best, fresh-caught seafood in the area and is perfect for any special occasion. If you encounter some rainy weather throughout your stay, make the 12-minute trek to the John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art. Learn about the interesting history of the circus industry through the 31 different galleries in this unique pink palace! -- 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. -- ADDITIONAL DETAILS -- Key Residence Features: - Amenities include a fully equipped kitchen with wooden countertops, stainless steel appliances and cooking utensils, shared backyard with a pergola, waterfall, patio furniture, 2 flat-screen cable TVs, 1-car covered parking, free WiFi, on-site laundry machines, and much more - Fantastic Sarasota location - 13 minutes from both Siesta Key and Lido Key Beach, an 8-minute drive from the Siesta Key Fishing Charters, just under 5 miles from the John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art, 12 minutes from the Bobby Jones Golf Club, and close to a variety of delicious local restaurants & sites! -- 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 must be provided upon check-in - NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features exterior cameras, located around the perimeter of the property. They do not face the interior of the property, and should not infringe on your privacy - NOTE: The homeowner lives on site, in a completely separate unit with some shared outdoor amenities