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The Sand Castle – A Spacious Siesta Key Retreat, steps to Siesta Key Beach and Pet Friendly!

Condo with a water park, 3-minute walk to Siesta Key Beach

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Beach nearby
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV
Smart TV
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathrooms130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Siesta Key, FL
  • Place, Siesta Key Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Crescent Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Lido Beach
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

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About the area

Siesta Key

This condo places you in the centre of Siesta Key, within just a 5-minute stroll of Siesta Key Beach and within 15 minutes of Siesta Key Beach Playground. .Condo features a washing machine, free WiFi and 2 bathrooms. 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 condo building has a water park and barbecues. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities.

What's nearby

  • Siesta Key Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Siesta Key Marina - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Shell Beach - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Crescent Beach - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Lido Beach - 21 min drive - 18.4 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Siesta Beach Pavilion - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Siesta Key Snack Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Gilligan's Island Bar & Grill - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Siesta Key Oyster Bar - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Sand Castle – A Spacious Siesta Key Retreat, steps to Siesta Key Beach and Pet Friendly!

Welcome to The Sand Castle, a spacious second-floor getaway just steps from Siesta Key Beach. This two-bedroom, two-bath condo combines comfort, style, and convenience, offering everything you need for a relaxing beach vacation. Inside, the open-concept layout creates a light, airy feel, perfect for families or friends. The kitchen features stainless steel appliances and an island with a breakfast bar, making it easy to prepare meals together. The living and dining areas flow into the private balcony, where chaise lounges invite you to enjoy the sunshine and a cool breeze.

Below, the expansive back patio offers even more room to unwind. A barbecue grill and additional seating make it easy to enjoy outdoor meals while soaking up the serene atmosphere. The condo's layout includes a family-friendly bedroom with a twin bunk bed and queen bed, as well as a full bathroom nearby. At the end of the hall, the master suite provides a private sanctuary with a king-size bed, an en-suite bathroom, and a peaceful retreat after a day at the beach. Additionally, the sofa opens to a queen bed!
Key Features:

Second-floor location with private balcony and spacious patio
Two bedrooms, including a master suite with king-size bed and en-suite bathroom
Open-concept kitchen, dining, and living area
Full-size kitchen with breakfast bar and stainless steel appliances
Just steps from Siesta Key Beach, and a short ride to Siesta Village for dining and shopping

Sand Castle Suite can accommodate up to 8 guests with a bedding configuration as follows:

• Bedroom # 1: King Bed (1) - Sleeps: 2
• Bedroom # 2: Queen Bed (1) + Twin Bunk Beds Sleeps: 4
• Queen Sleeper/Sofa (1) - Sleeps: 2

We go above and beyond the industry standard for cleanings with our multi-tiered cleaning protocol within our CottageClean Program. After our six hour in-depth cleaning of your home, we complete a 35 point property inspection to ensure that you feel tremendously safe and happy with this amazing home. This allows you to vacation worry free regarding the cleanliness of your home and truly relax as soon as you arrive. Our goal is to have you feel like you are walking into a brand new vacation home that no one has ever stayed at before!

NEED TO KNOW: This home is a part of a duplex unit, meaning that it could share a dividing wall, floor, ceiling, outdoor space, and/or amenities with another unit(s).This home has stairs. If any member of your party has difficulty with stairs, please contact us to discuss alternative accommodations.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • 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 health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,400 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit 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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

936201

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to The Sand Castle – A Spacious Siesta Key Retreat, steps to Siesta Key Beach and Pet Friendly!?

Yep, The Sand Castle – A Spacious Siesta Key Retreat, steps to Siesta Key Beach and Pet Friendly! is a short 3-minute walk from Siesta Key Beach. Fun beach activities include jet skiing, snorkelling and scuba diving. You can also find motor boats.

Does The Sand Castle – A Spacious Siesta Key Retreat, steps to Siesta Key Beach and Pet Friendly! have a pool?

No, this condo doesn't have a pool.

Does The Sand Castle – A Spacious Siesta Key Retreat, steps to Siesta Key Beach and Pet Friendly! have a waterslide?

No, but it has a waterpark and lazy river.

Is The Sand Castle – A Spacious Siesta Key Retreat, steps to Siesta Key Beach and Pet Friendly! family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a water park and laundry facilities, as well as children's dinnerware and travel cots, it's no surprise that The Sand Castle – A Spacious Siesta Key Retreat, steps to Siesta Key Beach and Pet Friendly! is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Sand Castle – A Spacious Siesta Key Retreat, steps to Siesta Key Beach and Pet Friendly!?

No, The Sand Castle – A Spacious Siesta Key Retreat, steps to Siesta Key Beach and Pet Friendly! does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Reviews

The Sand Castle – A Spacious Siesta Key Retreat, steps to Siesta Key Beach and Pet Friendly! Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, clean spot in a great location. Communication was great and the owners went above and beyond to provide a thoughtful welcome. We would absolutely stay here again if our travels lead us back to Siesta.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Sand Castle suite was wonderful! It came stocked with everything we needed (most importantly beach stuff!) for our stay. The beds were super comfortable. We loved the beach decor and how spacious it was.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathleen P.

Liked: Cleanliness

It was am amazing stay!

From the time we pulled up to the house until we departed, the Cottages team fully supported and welcomed us! Would highly recommend it due to its location to the beach, the quiet neighborhood we were part of, and the quality of the accommodations.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

anthony c.

Liked: Cleanliness

Traveling

Very good
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025