Guesthouse vacation rentals in Sarasota

Serenity Lake

Keep it simple at this peaceful and centrally-located place. 15 minutes from beaches this lovely apartment sits on a pond full of fish with a dock. Large pool ready for swimming and sunning. Charcoal and gas grill available. Beautiful upper deck to sit and enjoy the large mango tree and view over the lake. Golf cart available for evening rides. There is a large driveway for a boat. Swim and fishing accessories available. Minutes from I-75 - also near the famous Lakewood Ranch downtown.

Value · Family · Cleanliness

Gulf front romantic cottage in paradise

Gated and surrounded by lush scenery you will feel like you have suddenly escaped to the caribbean! The pressures of the world melt away as you get your first glimpse of the Gulf of Mexico. Eclectic design with mostly Caribbean influences. Marble floors, tile counter tops and a large shower with a sit down bench. Walk the custom pathways which reveal beautiful orchids and exotic plants. Go kayaking, fish off the beach or look for sharks teeth. Take a swim in the pool or work on your tan.

Value · Family · Walkability

The Getaway

Relax in this comfortable and stylish space only 2 miles from Siesta Beach. The Getaway is the perfect spot to relax whether you're here on business or you've spent the whole day on the beach. The space is newly remodeled and you will lack nothing here! Enjoy the outdoor deck and two Nigerian Dwarf goats that live on the property. The Getaway is an apartment style space attached to the main home. It has it's own entrance and is completely private. The host lives in the main part of the home.

Family · Value · Walkability

Sarasota Getaway Guest House

Cute guest room with private access, featuring a comfortable queen‑size bed, spacious bathroom, coffee bar with Keurig, microwave & mini fridge. Enjoy a short walk to downtown shopping, dining, live music, Whole Foods, galleries, and fine shops. Gillespie Park is just across the street with tennis, pickleball, basketball, dog‑walking areas, & walking/running paths. You’re only minutes from Lido Beach, St. Armands Circle, Mote Marine, museums, theaters, and Sarasota’s top coastal attractions.

Family · Location · Pets

Downtown Garden Studio close to everything

Welcome to my tropical guest house! The original building has been rebuilt and completed in December 2024 to offer a more comfortable experience for my guests. Peaceful and centrally located, ideal for relaxation and easy access to explore historic Sarasota and the beaches. A quick drive, bike or a short walk to downtown Sarasota, Selby Botanical Garden and Pineapple Street antique shops. 1.5 miles to Sarasota Bay. 3.5 miles to St Armands Circle and Lido Beach. 6.5 miles to Siesta Key.

Location · Value · Wifi

Coolest Downtown Neighborhood - Ebikes, Beach Gear

Are you coming to Sarasota on vacation or perhaps considering moving here? If yes, then the Carriage House is the perfect place to use as a base camp while you explore the area and experience the best Sarasota has to offer. Quick and easy walk to dozens of casual restaurants, cool bars and unique shops. 5 minutes to Selby Gardens. 10 minutes to the Sarasota Bayfront. Main street is half a mile away. We provide tons of amenities including bikes, kayaks, beach chairs and umbrella.

Value · Family · Outdoor spaces

City Garden Cottage

City Garden Cottage is a cozy and comfortable cottage located in the quiet Laurel Park neighborhood in Sarasota, only a few blocks from downtown. The studio is surrounded by lush gardens and trees with a Hot Tub (open Oct-June). Inside, you will find a kitchenette equipped with a coffee maker, toaster, refrigerator, and hot plate. The studio also has a flat-screen TV, a queen bed & private bathroom. There is also shared use a gas grill, fire pit and Hot Tub included with the rental.

Value · Location · Beach

Siesta Breeze, adorable New Beach Style Studio !

Stay at our renovated beautiful beach styled studio furnishing with a queen size bed as well as a full pull out couch bed. There’s a mini fridge, a two burner electric cooktop, a microwave, a toaster, a tea pot with complementary tea bags, coffee pot with complementary coffee and keurig with complementary Starbucks k cups. Free wifi and a 50 inch tv facing the bed. 2 minutes away from the air port, 10 minutes away from IMG Academy , 30 minutes from Anna Maria Island and siesta key .

Family · Value · Getting around

Perfect Florida location: Craftsman Carriage House

Beautiful accessory dwelling in downtown Sarasota designed to match and complement our historic 1920s bungalow main house, which can be booked separately on AirBnB. The 1BR/1BA carriage house apartment has all modern amenities, with a dedicated garage parking spot and a lovely outdoor porch. The carriage house features Craftsman-style details and is available for short- or long-term stays. Locally-based property management team on-call to ensure a pleasant stay.

Location · Value · Beach

The Cottage (In the Country) Cozy, Quiet Retreat

Relax, unwind and unplug at this cozy Old Florida-style country cottage! Here you are away from it all in peaceful bliss... but if you want to go out for dinner, it's an easy drive into town! Located on a beautiful 5 acre plot, this guest home is the perfect spot for your Florida getaway! Just 30 minutes from Siesta Key and 6 minutes from the entrance to Myakka State Park, you can see the best of Florida, both the swamps and the beaches, all in one day!

Location · Value · Layout

Maggie's Hideaway

This adorable little bungalow is hidden away in one of Downtown Sarasota's oldest historical neighborhoods and only a couple miles from Sarasota Bay and surrounding beaches. Beautiful Lido Beach is only five miles west, Siesta Key is seven miles southwest, with Benderson Park being only seven miles east. Fabulous shopping and world class dining is plentiful in this downtown community. There is plenty to see and do in Sarasota - Come see us!

Value · Family · Hiking

Casita Lantana, a 1925 cottage in a Tropical Oasis

Welcome to my original 1925 Casita, built in the heyday of the John Ringling era. We are centrally located between Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, and Bradenton, making it an ideal place to explore all the area has to offer. Getting around is easy since we are located very close to the Ringling Museum of Art. Plus, it is only a short 15-minute drive to downtown Lido Beach and St. Armands Circle.

Location · Value · Beach