At this holiday home you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Sarasota Memorial Hospital and Sarasota Art Museum. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a private pool and a washing machine. .Home features 3 bathrooms, a balcony and a sofa bed. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A TV, a coffee/tea maker and a hairdryer are also available. .This pet-friendly holiday home offers a garden and barbecues. Plus you'll find laundry facilities. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this Alta Vista holiday home include Siesta Key Beach and St. Armands Circle.
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
Marina Jack - 6 min drive - 3.7 km
St. Armands Circle - 10 min drive - 8.4 km
Lido Beach - 12 min drive - 10.5 km
Getting around
Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 17 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 2 min drive
Circle K - 19 min walk
Rooftop Café - 19 min walk
Chipotle Mexican Grill - 18 min walk
Taco Bell - 20 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
2 Cottages Rented Together | Amazing Heated Pool | Near Beaches
Summary: Bring your friends, family and loved ones to enjoy an unforgettable escape at this unique property which comfortably sleeps 10. This is a rare opportunity to reserve 2 separate living spaces located on the same piece of property. These 2 living spaces are normally rented out independently and commonly known as Chrissy’s Cottage 1 and Chrissy’s Cottage 2. By booking this listing you will be reserving both cottages for the price shown.
The Space: Chrissy’s Cottage 1 is a charming, mermaid-inspired 1-bedroom, 1-bath retreat that comfortably sleeps up to 4 guests. Recently, we made a few updates to the cottage to comply with new regulations—which included the removal of the full kitchen and washer/dryer. To help you plan accordingly, we’ve added updated photos so you can see the current layout, including the revised kitchen area (which no longer includes a refrigerator, oven, or laundry appliances).There is still private entrances, perfect for the couple you’re traveling with who enjoy having their own space or the in-laws who came along and need some private space for themselves. Ideal for 2 people but can easily accommodate 4, there is a queen bed in the bedroom and a queen sleeper sofa in the living area.
Chrissy’s Cottage 2 is relaxing 3-bedroom, 2 bath, home which sleeps 6. This cottage is equipped with a full kitchen, high capacity washer/dryer and decorated with a coastal theme. The master bedroom has a king mattress and the other two bedrooms have queens. We also supply a queen air mattress which can be set up in the living room . There are two full bathrooms, one has a standard tub/shower combo while the second bathroom has a shower only (not tub) and is conveniently located with quick access to the pool/patio.
This listing is to rent both cottages together. The price shown is the total price for both cottages.
All of the bedrooms are equipped with comfortable mattresses, Samsung smart TV’s with cable, a luggage rack, a dresser and a closet for you to unpack and feel at home. In each cottage you will find beach towels and a cooler for your use along with beach chairs, umbrellas and other beach accessories.
Let's talk about the pool. It's large, it's deep it's heated and its fun! Located right outside your back door (literally) is the pool patio which is surrounded by tropical landscaping with palm trees and agave plants. There are two outdoor patio tables to accommodate all of your friends and family along with super comfy chaise lounge chairs for you to enjoy.
Spend your days soaking up the sun at Siesta Key Beach & your night’s poolside overlooking the lush, private backyard. The evening is a perfect time for grabbing a glass of wine and heading out to the patio to star gaze at the thousands of stars. If you fancy eating outside, there is a Webber grill for you to cook up some of the fish you caught on that fishing charter you went on earlier in the day.
The coastal decor of this home creates a bright airy ambiance that will allow you to relax as soon as you walk through the door. You are finally on vacation!
☀ 1.5 miles to Marie Selby Botanical Gardens ☀ 2 miles to Downtown Sarasota ☀ 5 miles to St Armand’s Circle ☀ 6 miles to Siesta Key Beach ☀ 6 miles to The Ringling Museum
Guest Access: As a guest, you can enjoy full access to both of the cottages. This includes the flat-screen TVs, a private pool, the backyard, free wifi, the Weber grill, beach accessories, one kitchen, two living rooms and free parking. Self-check-in is a breeze using the Smart lock. A custom code will be provided prior to arrival.
The Neighborhood: Located in a prime, centralized area that allows you to discover everything Sarasota has to offer! Enjoy easy access to Siesta Key’s pristine beaches, St. Armand’s Circle and Lido Beach, Downtown Sarasota’s Farmers Market, fishing, museums, shopping malls, nature preserves, botanical gardens, golf courses,. SRQ Airport, Hospitals, Arlington Park, Southside Village (stores, restaurants and bars), Nathan Benderson Park. We are also close to the quaint Amish community of Pinecraft and close to grocery stores and many wonderful restaurants.
Wanting to get out of the city for a few hours, Explore the local wildlife by driving out to Myakka State Park, 30 minutes out east to where you will see all wildlife you could imagine. Make sure to take the boat tour and climb the lookout tower.
Check out Big Cat Habitat, they have tigers, lions, bears, ligers and occasionally will have a sloth.
The sports fan of the group will love being only 5 to 10 minutes away from the baseball stadium, where the Orioles play their spring training games.
Getting Around: Recommend that you have a car, however uber is also readily available. There is also a bus stop near by if you prefer that mode of transportation.
Other Things to Note: • Please note that a $75 pet fee per pet per stay applies, with a max of 2 pets. Kindly inform us if you'll be bringing your furry friends so we can send you the fee request promptly. • Please take note that we require all guests to sign the Rental Agreement and fill out a Check In Form prior to your arrival.
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
General
Garden
Unit size: 2,234 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Rules
Please put in the proper guest count so that we can plan accordingly and have the house set up for the correct amount of guests.
No Smoking indoor...
Pets
Pets are welcome
Only dogs are allowed
Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lb per pet)
Service animals are exempt from fees.
Note from host: Charge may apply
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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 and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.
Property is also known as
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Vrbo Property
Frequently asked questions
Are there any beaches close to 2 Cottages Rented Together | Amazing Heated Pool | Near Beaches?
The closest beach to 2 Cottages Rented Together | Amazing Heated Pool | Near Beaches is Lido Beach (5.8 km).
Does 2 Cottages Rented Together | Amazing Heated Pool | Near Beaches have a pool?
2 Cottages Rented Together | Amazing Heated Pool | Near Beaches has a pool and a communal pool.
Is 2 Cottages Rented Together | Amazing Heated Pool | Near Beaches family-friendly?
You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a BBQ, as well as children's dinnerware and travel cots, it's no surprise that 2 Cottages Rented Together | Amazing Heated Pool | Near Beaches is a winner with our family travellers.
Is there a private hot tub at 2 Cottages Rented Together | Amazing Heated Pool | Near Beaches?
No, but there is a private pool.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at 2 Cottages Rented Together | Amazing Heated Pool | Near Beaches?
No, 2 Cottages Rented Together | Amazing Heated Pool | Near Beaches does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at 2 Cottages Rented Together | Amazing Heated Pool | Near Beaches?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
2 Cottages Rented Together | Amazing Heated Pool | Near Beaches Reviews
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 59 reviews
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10/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Ken P.
16 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
We had a very nice stay and appreciated our hosts responsiveness.
Ken P.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
8/10 Good
Tiffany N.
4 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Florida vacation
Overall this was a really great place. The first morning, we were woke up by jackhammering outside in which I let the owners know. Unbeknownst to them, this was unplanned construction. The smaller cottage didn't have much in terms of supplies, but we rented both sides which made it okay. We loved the pool, my kids lived in it when we were not at the beach. Great location to the beach, entertainment and dining.
Tiffany N.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Patricia B.
12 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation
This property had ample space for our multi-generational family. The pool temperature was very comfortable. The owner/manager was very nice and promptly responded.
Patricia B.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tammy T.
11 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Such a lovely home! We had a great time here! The house was very comfortable for our large family. The owner was very accommodating, even with unexpected last minute changes, which we greatly appreciates. Checked in on us daily to see if we needed anything. Great and quick communication! Plenty of kitchen tools and supplies. (Pots, pan, utensils, seasoning, trash bags, plastic wraps). Overall the home is a perfect home away from home for us. Conveniently located close to beaches, mall, stores, and shops minus the hussle and bussle of the busy beach traffic. The wall murals are beautiful in person! The pool and backyard was perfect for our kids and dog. Will definitely rent again when we come back! 100/100.
Tammy T.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
bill r.
25 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
very good space for groups or family
it's all about the pool ... our youngsters (2 and 4) could hardly stay out of it ...the set-up worked well for us -- two great uncles, grandmother, mother, father and the children ...john and chrisy were very responsive to any questions
bill r.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Julie G., Silver Spring MD
3 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Good location, warm pool and dog friendly
We stayed a month. Pros - Warm pool. Good pool guy who kept it as clean as possible. Dog friendly. Well enough equipped kitchen to cook most nights. Comfortable beds. John and Chrissy were very quick to respond to the 3 maintenance issues we had. Nice TV and washer/dryer. Plenty of room for a family, though we didn't use most of the rooms. New towels. Outdoor space is ample with 2 tables. Cons: On a very busy street, no sidewalk on the house side. House is old so bathrooms are tired, as is kitchen. Could use some TLC. The patio and the furniture need a good power washing. The smaller cottage has steps in weird places. Needed to put all of the night lights there to keep it safe for a guest. But they had the night lights so that was a plus.
Julie G.
Stayed 26 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Clelia S.
9 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Family Christmas
No surprises. Found it to be as described, especially the pool. The area was close to the beach and food stores. Everyone had a great time.
Clelia S.
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mike L.
17 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
great place close to down town
I was in town with some friends for an event and this two cottage set up was perfect for a group. We all got to hang together but there was a separation when we wanted. The house was clean and had everything we needed. John and Christina the hosts were super responsive and helpful. I would definitely book here again.
Mike L.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Theresa L.
12 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing property perfect for a family vacation.
Everything was perfect from check-in to check-out. The home is ideal for extended families, offering plenty of space for everyone to be comfortable. We stayed during Thanksgiving week, and it was amazing.The heated pool and immaculate grounds made for a relaxing and fun trip. The location is fantastic—just 5 minutes to Publix and 14 minutes to Siesta Key Village.I’ll definitely be back and highly recommend this property!
Theresa L.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Dennis Y.
10 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Too bad we had to leave because of the hurricane, but the hosts were so kind to give us credit for the days we had to evacuate!.
The pool was fantastic!
hope the hurricane didn't affect the home!
Dennis Y.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Yamilet R.
16 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Yamilet R.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Beth H.
20 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place
Great house with everything described in the listing plus more. Communication with property owner was outstanding. We had 10 adults and a 1 1/2 year old and it was big enough for everyone. We know the area well because my parents live there. We needed to rent a house for this stay with so many coming to visit at the same time. Easy to get to the beach and loved the pool.
Beth H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Melissa T.
6 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great property!!
I can’t say enough great things about this property! Everything was so clean and was stocked with everything we needed. The beach gear was great. It was nice to have the pool right outside to hang out. My teens loved it! Lots of things are close by and just 10-15 minutes from beaches. I had to get a hold of the owner and he responded quickly! Would highly recommend staying here!
Melissa T.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Terry L.
8 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great setup for families
Clean, comfortable, inviting. Loved the pool! Just wish we were in walking distance to a nice breakfast & dinner place, but it was a short drive. Booked this location because it was close to the wedding venue we were in town for. Would definitely stay again
Terry L.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Stephanie S.
27 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Long Weekend Visit
Roomy and spacious with a lovely pool
Stephanie S.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Stacy M.
22 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic stay!
We rented both cottages, which was perfect for our family of eight adults. We had plenty of room to gather inside and out, but also could enjoy private spaces if we needed to. The home is super clean and everything is well maintained. The beautiful pool area was a family favorite, particularly in the evening. There was also plenty of space for parking three large vehicles. Check-in was seamless and communication was excellent throughout.
Stacy M.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Stefanie C.
1 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Vacation Spot!
My family and I really enjoyed our stay at Chrissy’s Cottage. The rental was exactly as described, and the hosts were attentive and responded very quickly when we contacted them. It is clear that they want their guests to enjoy their stay. We had 5 adults and 2 children and we could have fit more people comfortably! The pool is great for kids and adults. Location is on a busy street but you wouldn’t notice when you are inside or in the backyard. Close to the beach and lots of restaurants. Would recommend this property to anyone going to Sarasota!
Stefanie C.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lisa B.
26 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy cottages
The owners are wonderful…prompt in their responses, excellent in their communication! The location is perfect to walk to Publix and even downtown Sarasota (approx. 2 miles), and yet just know it’s on a main road and with a sewer lid and road patchwork out front there is some rumbling from traffic. We were in town for a family wedding, these cottages were perfect for our large group to have some separation when needed. The heated pool and seating area were relaxing.
Lisa B.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tracey W., Mendham
23 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for Sarasota Golf Weekend
Property and Manager were great. Right in the heart of Sarasota. Less than 10 miles to many golf courses and hundreds of restaurants. Perfect for a long weekend with 4 bedrooms and 3 baths! Definitely recommend!
Tracey W.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lacey P.
22 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful hous
Very impressed with the layout of this house. It was clean and quiet. Great location. Will stay again in the future.
Lacey P.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jim D.
27 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Tremendous property
We stayed here for Thanksgiving week 2023 and had a wonderful time. The property is perfect, with a large yard and beautiful pool in the back. Chrissy the host was very helpful and answered our questions quickly. We will definitely be back!
Jim D.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kristel S.
17 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent place to stay
We had 11 people and a dog staying for 5 days. There was plenty of room for everyone especially with the addition of the In-law suite with full kitchen. The place was very clean, pool was amazing and the location was perfect. Quick drive to sarasota, long boat key and siesta key. Plenty of beach amenities to use. Definitely would stay here again.
Kristel S.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Marykate F.
11 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great for groups!
We stayed here while on vacation celebrating my mother-in-law's 50th birthday and had a blast!
Space: There were 8 of us (3 couples + 2 young adults). We had the perfect amount of space without feeling too crammed. It was also nice that there was a separate cottage attached if anyone were to need their own space.
Cleanliness: Everything was clean, including the pool and showers. I usually get grossed out showering in places other than my own, but I was not.
Host: Very good with communication and can tell they care about their guests.
Location: It is about a 15 minute drive from both Lido Beach and Siesta Beach. They provided a list of recommended restaurants, we tried a couple of them and they were amazing!
Other: We had all of the items that we needed - kitchen utensils, shampoo, conditioner, soap, etc. We did stop before we got there for more paper towels and toilet paper since we had such a large group and were there for 6 nights.
Overall, I would highly recommend this, especially for groups or couples vacationing together!
Marykate F.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jill M.
16 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Lots of space, loads of fun
We just returned from a wonderful weekend in Sarasota celebrating my Dad’s 90th birthday. Friends and family flew in from across the country and John and Chrissy’s place was perfect for our two families. Cottage #1 gave our young adults privacy and the three bedrooms in Cottage #2 gave us plenty of room for everyone else. Loved having a full kitchen so thoughtfully stocked and the beautiful pool gave us a place for everyone to hang out together and decompress after all the activities. The property was spotless, easy to find and was a great home for the weekend. Thank you!!