A family-friendly stay in the heart of Siesta Key awaits you at this holiday home. Within a short 5-minute stroll, you'll find Siesta Key Beach and Siesta Key Farmers Market. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .Home features 2 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 living room, a dining area and a Smart TV are also available. .This pet-friendly holiday home offers a water park and barbecues. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this Siesta Key Village holiday home include Sarasota Memorial Hospital and Crescent Beach.
St. Boniface Episcopal Church Labyrinth - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
Siesta Key Beach Playground - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
Irma Beach - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
Getting around
Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 31 min drive
Restaurants
Siesta Beach Pavilion - 17 min walk
Siesta Key Snack Bar - 17 min walk
Circle K - 7 min walk
Gilligan's Island Bar & Grill - 5 min walk
Sun Garden Cafe - 5 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.
Gertrude's Siesta | 4-min Walk to Beach & Village | Balcony & Tropical Patio
Casa Van Lopik Large 3BR home in the Siesta Key Village, 4-min walk to best beaches shopping dining and entertainment on the island. Leave the car behind and walk to white-sand cays, 20 bars and restaurants, quartz-sand beach with calm water, ice-cream, shopping, daiquiris, live music, craft beer, fresh oysters and seafood. Enjoy tropical “communal” patios tiki-bar and alfresco dining area. Free bikes and paddleboards. Sure to provide a combination of fun and relaxation you can't get in other vacations so book a special getaway now! - Tollbooth by VRBOCorpMiddlemen, but this property is from GertrudeRentalsSiesta
What Guests Love ∙ Beaches – 4-min walk to award-winning beaches ∙ The Village – 4-min walk to shopping dining and entertainment world famous Siesta Village ∙ Relaxing – tropical communal patios tiki-bar and alfresco dining ∙ Sunsets – 4-min walk to best sunsets in America & 300-degree Gulf views ∙ Exploring - sand dollars, shells, dolphins, occasionally manatees and live conch ∙ The Fun - live music, daiquiris, oysters, stone crab, craft beer, ice cream, fresh donuts ∙ Activities – bikes and paddleboards provided, scooter and golf cart rentals nearby ∙ Island Trolleys - you're already where you want to be, but they're free:) ∙ The Memories – walk to all siesta key is top attractions and guaranteed fun for all
The Beach Our beach is the widest, has panoramic views of the gulf to the North-West-and-South, and is the top spot in North America for sunsets. You can swim or wade to Sand Dollar Island, a naturally occurring white sand cay popular with dolphin sand-dollars and “occasionally” manatee and giant-conch. The water is shallow clear and calm with white quartz-sand tide-pools perfect for sleeping drinking or playing. You can go from the water to lunch or dinner and back to the sand without putting on your shoes.
The Home Large 3BR home with king beds in both master bedrooms. Out-door grilling and dining (shared), open floor plan perfect for bigger groups, surrounded by palms. Deeded access to the Grand Canal across the street. Set in the Village just 4-min walk to the best fresh oysters, seafood, tropical drinks, ice cream, entertainment, and even gourmet donuts on the island.
Bedroom Details It's a large 3BR with living space on the second and third floors. Two king BRs one with a southerly Juliette balcony, one bunked BR containing 2 full over queen beds, large 120' sofa in the living room, and one or two tempur-pedic rollaway beds. Sleeps up to 12. If you need more space, I can get an additional unit nearby.
Beach Gear Provided We provide beach towels, chairs, carts, umbrellas, and a few bikes and a paddleboard. If you don't have what you need, just reach out and we can usually get it for you. Correction for Air-b-n-b listings this location doesn't provide "snorkeling gear" but this and anything you need can be rented or purchased nearby.
Household Items Provided We provide bedding, kitchen items, most major and minor appliances, blow dryers, and hangers. Simple soaps and paper products come in starter-supply that will get you through a short stay and anything you need can be purchased nearby.
What to Bring It's a laid-back island so pack as lite as you like. Our fashion is casual, wash and wear, and all units have laundries. Also, anything you forget to bring can be found nearby in good supply and fair prices.
Post Booking Support We understand vacation time is precious and will make sure you get the most out of it. Our number is the only contact information you need. All units are at the top attractions on the island. Cars are never required, but you will have private parking near the unit. No check-in restrictions, check-in any day of the week at any time using a private door-code. Never a cleaning requirement at checkout. Free early check-in when possible. No hidden fees or solicitations. Every unit including this one is available for instant booking. We can recommend the best spot for fishing or fresh fish, Michigan or Ohio State games, romantic-dinners marriage-proposals or singles, eco-tourism, family friendly activities, or safe ways to lose your kids when you(they) need alone time.
Terms Payments are 50% refundable when canceled at least 60 days before arrival. Payments are not refundable when canceled less than 60 days before arrival. Events or gatherings involving outside guests are only allowed with prior approval from the management. Guest agrees to hold the Property Manager and Owner harmless from any liability for injuries while on vacation. Sorry but events involving guests in excess of your unit occupancy limit are not permitted at this location.
Travel Insurance If you prefer insured bookings, we also offer travel insurance. Basic Travel Insurance- cost is 7%, covers 30 different issues, coverage begins only after protection has been purchased. CFAR (cancel for any reason) insurance is available in states applicable- cost is approximately 11% (7% basic plus additional 3.8% to add CFAR). Basic and CFAR must be purchased together as CFAR cannot be purchased individually. CFAR covers 60% of the trip cost with no questions asked. Travel insurance must be purchased within 14 days of booking and 30 days before check-in. Claim must be filed two days prior to arrival, available to U.S. citizens only.
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
In-room accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a village
In the city centre
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near the marina
Near the sea
Things to do
Bicycles
Kayak
Optional golf privileges
Water park
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Parasailing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Water skiing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
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)
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Bicycles
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets are welcome
Service animals are exempt from fees.
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 deadlock
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 deadbolt lock in all accommodation.
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Are there any beaches close to Gertrude's Siesta | 4-min Walk to Beach & Village | Balcony & Tropical Patio?
Yep, Gertrude's Siesta | 4-min Walk to Beach & Village | Balcony & Tropical Patio is a short 4-minute walk from Siesta Key Beach.
Fun beach activities include jet skiing, snorkelling and scuba diving. You can also find motor boats.
Does Gertrude's Siesta | 4-min Walk to Beach & Village | Balcony & Tropical Patio have a pool?
No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.
Does Gertrude's Siesta | 4-min Walk to Beach & Village | Balcony & Tropical Patio have a waterslide?
No, but it has a waterpark and lazy river.
Is Gertrude's Siesta | 4-min Walk to Beach & Village | Balcony & Tropical Patio family-friendly?
You bet! With amenities such as a water park and laundry facilities, as well as highchairs and travel cots, it's no surprise that Gertrude's Siesta | 4-min Walk to Beach & Village | Balcony & Tropical Patio is a winner with our family travellers.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Gertrude's Siesta | 4-min Walk to Beach & Village | Balcony & Tropical Patio?
No, Gertrude's Siesta | 4-min Walk to Beach & Village | Balcony & Tropical Patio does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at Gertrude's Siesta | 4-min Walk to Beach & Village | Balcony & Tropical Patio?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
Gertrude's Siesta | 4-min Walk to Beach & Village | Balcony & Tropical Patio Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 101 out of 127 reviews
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Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 127 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 127 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 127 reviews
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Stephen G.
12 Apr 2026
Stephen G.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
6/10 Okay
Melanie W.
11 Jan 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, right next to the beach, which was a big plus for us. The host was very responsive and kind throughout our stay, which we truly appreciated.The house itself is comfortable, but it could benefit from some updates and maintenance. For example, the bathtub water stopped working at one point, some drawers could use attention, and the bicycles would be better if they were in a more maintained condition.Regarding pricing, we understand this was during high season. We did notice that nearby properties offered more amenities (such as a pool, jacuzzi, and additional bedrooms) for a similar price, but we also recognize that it’s not an apples-to-apples comparison due to the seasonality.Overall, taking all of this into consideration, we felt this rating was fair and reflective of our experience.
Melanie W.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
8/10 Good
Jessica E.
26 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Family getaway of 4. Pros: * excellent location!! Easy short walk to restaurants, stores and bars and the beach! Market was 2 blocks away if you forget anything. * house was spacious with 4 of us, plenty of room * allowed pets so we were able to bring our dog on vacay with us!* everything in the house was clean* good size beds in the house. 2 king beds and 4 full beds * small balcony and shared space in the back to sit outside and enjoy the sun and fresh air* helped a lot to have a washer and dryer available * plenty of beach towels and chairs!! Less things to packCons:* construction going on in the unit next door all week* house is really a 2 bedroom and 2 bath. One room upstairs is in a loft that they added doors but lacked privacy. The sound carries throughout the house and we heard every peep including our dog snoring at night. * the house can sleep 12 but there wasn’t enough silverware and bowls for the 4 of us. We had to wash dishes every day. * the house came with dish soap but no other basic cleaning products for us to clean up after ourselves. I had to go buy Clorox wipes I’ve stayed in a number of VRBOs over the years and this is gets 5 stars for location and communication with the owner. Checked in on us and gave clear check in and check out (basically nothing to be done!) instructions. But overall the house lacked a number of basic essentials that would’ve made our stay much better.
Jessica E.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kimberly Y., Louisville
28 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great and easy communication with the host. House is in a great location!
Kimberly Y.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Carly S.
22 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Girls Weekend
This home was the perfect spot for our girls weekend. The home was spacious and had plenty of room for our group to hang out and rest comfortably, and we enjoyed the shared outdoor space as well. We loved having beach chairs and wagons available to use. The location of this home was convenient for walking to both town and the beach. The property manager was very communicative and helpful!
Carly S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Shannon M.
17 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing stay in paradise!
Dan and Gertrude Rentals are incredible. We had the best time in their beautiful place. Definitely recommend!
Shannon M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
8/10 Good
Alysia C.
23 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, can use some sprucing
The location of this rental is excellent but the accommodations can use some sprucing. Seven women rented for 4 days/3 nights & had gorgeous weather our entire stay. A car is not necessary as multiple restaurants & grocery store are a short walk away. Beach access is close, but not 250 steps (we counted 300 steps & were still 2 blocks away) but a sturdy beach wagon & many beach chairs are provided and we walked easily to the beach everyday. Pros:-Communication was wonderful. Answered questions promptly. When we asked about the TV they sent someone over immediately. Check in/check out instructions were clear -Outside porch was a lovely place for coffee in the morning or for extra space -King beds upstairs were comfortable -Plentiful beach towels, multiple beach chairs & beach wagon Cons: -Kitchen: no wine glasses (we used water glasses) & the stove burners got warm (not hot). We used the stove for breakfast, for lunch/dinner we had sandwiches or walked to the Village. Cooking knives aren't sharp. Would be difficult to prep a full dinner with the tools provided.-Living room: Seating is cramped for 7 adults, sofa is comfy but other options are not. Not a smart TV (no streaming)-Metal bunk beds(not wood)are very loud - Space itself is open & sound carries easily. In 1 upstairs bedroom there are bi-fold doors (open to the living room below)Again, location to the Village & beach is great. Just wanted to share some info that would have helped us when looking @ rentals
Alysia C.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Cory B.
7 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Long Wknd
Had a great stay with our adult kids. Weather wasn’t great but you’re so close to all the shops and restaurants that there’s plenty to do other than the beach! House was great and we had everything we needed. Literally the only negative was when we went to use the bikes and two of the five were broken (there was five of us).
Loved everything about this property. Location was ideal. Parked car and didn’t need it again until we left. Everything was within walking distance. I would highly recommend this place and look forward to coming back soon.
Manuel
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jenna F.
3 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
An Amazing Experience
Very clean, perfect location, and very fast response time from the host! So impressed with this rental!
Jenna F.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
26 Apr 2024
Good location
Easy to navigate. Close to beach and close to village. Unit was nice ... a little aged. The only problem we had was the overhead lights in the upstairs bedrooms coming on spontaneously in the middle of the night. Dan was a great host.
Verified traveller
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kari G.
12 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
So close to everything!
Our family stayed 4 nights and had a great time. The beach is so close and we loved that it is a quieter beach area. The village is also super close and we loved going to dinner and ice cream and going to the shops. The room was very spacious but could use a bit of updating but it worked great for us. The wagon and chairs were amazing to have!
Kari G.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Marcus A.
2 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Vacation Location
This listed was exactly as advertised. We were only about a 5 minute walk to the beach and to the Village. The house included all the beach gear we needed and even had bikes available to use. Would definitely recommend staying here!
Marcus A.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
8/10 Good
Cenia L.
1 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
lovely duplex
i stayed with a few friends for a week and we had no issues with the house. the host was excellent with response times. it was clean and just like the pictures in all but one area. this rental is a two unit house and that was written nowhere on the description. the backyard is shared. while we experienced no problems with this it was a disappointed to learned upon arrival that the whole wasn’t ours and we didn’t even have the balcony facing the backyard. We had booked this thinking it was just our space and it put a damper on parts of the trip having to worried about not disturbing the neighbors.
Cenia L.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mark N.
31 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great house, great location, hospitable host
The house was perfect for our stay and proved to be the ideal location. Two blocks to the best restaurants and bars, two blocks to the beach, quiet rear courtyard. The host was quick to help when needed and the property had everything we needed to have a great time. Highly recommended.
Mark N.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
8/10 Good
Darla P.
11 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Get away
Nice place to stay.
Darla P.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Renae K.
29 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
50th girls trip
We had a super time here! Clean, nice common garden area, beach toys, cooler, chairs, wagon were a nice bonus.
But needs more coffee mugs please. There were 9 of us and only 6 mugs.
Renae K.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
tracy G.
25 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Beach Vacation
Great location, easy walk to many different food venues and little shops. Easy, short walk to the public beach access. Nice quiet neighborhood. Short drive into town if needing groceries on a larger scale.
House was awesome, nice backyard patio and sitting area. Clean, lots of space with comfortable beds. 2 bathrooms with tubs and showers were great for 4 kids. Kayaks, paddle boards, bikes, and beach stuff readily available at the house to use (didn't get to use the paddle boards or kayaks d/t the weather).
Daniel was easy to get a hold of and quick response was received from him when needed.
tracy G.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Leah L.
15 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Good experience
This was a really pleasant stay and perfect for our group. Dan was really responsive and helpful. Check in and out was easy. The backyard is shared and it was entirely clear from the photos that we had the front unit, rather than the back unit with a balcony overlooking the shared yard. It ended up being totally fine, but something to consider.
Leah L.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
John P.
15 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place! Great Location!
We had a great experience with the rental process, the accommodations and the location. The rental was perfect for our mini family get together. This rental company was top notch! Never waited for answers to my questions and everything described was delivered! I will rent again from them.
John P.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Rebeca M.
4 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
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Rebeca M.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Aleksandra K.
9 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Walking distance from the Village
Aleksandra K.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Nicole O.
1 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great house
The house was clean and well located. Would recommend!
Nicole O.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Patrick K.
18 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Bucket list experience
Excellent accomodations and convenience to everything you can imagine to make it a memorable stay. 2 thumbs up 👍👍
Patrick K.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
carrie c.
13 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location
Right behind the village with close access to food, shops, bars, market and the best beach on Siesta Key! Appreciated access to the beach stuff !