Lido Beach Cottage, just steps from the beach path on Lido Beach's north end, offers a tranquil retreat for families and friends. This 4-bedroom haven features a private pool in the fenced backyard, outdoor patio seating for up to 8 guests, and high-end chaises perfect for stargazing or relaxation.
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Entire home
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10186 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
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About this property
Roomy Cottage: 4bd3 ba; 2,000 sq ft; 100 ft to beach path; priv pool VR22-00058
One level FL Beach Cottage, 3rd house from Beach Path on N end of Lido Beach. This is a rare find in a nice quiet neighborhood, steps away from spectacular sunsets, fine dining and shopping! Our guests rave it is the perfect cottage to enjoy multi-generation families and friends - the cottage's layout truly caters to quiet bedrooms and plenty of gathering spaces.
Ideally located, 3rd House from the beach path and 3 blocks from the highly sought after St Armands Circle - the location cannot be beat! Private parking for up to 5 cars. No need to drive anywhere. Steps to beach to enjoy lazy days and spectacular sunsets. Five minute walk to St. Armands Circle where you can shop, dine, and enjoy live entertainment.
This roomy home sleeps 10: 4 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, one with bathtub, the other two with showers. Crystal clean private pool in fenced backyard, outdoor patio table (seats 8) w/umbrella & high-end poolside chaises/chairs plus Weber BBQ grill (propane provided) - great for outdoor entertaining and star gazing, . The Cottage has durable and clean vinyl plank flooring, fully equipped kitchen for entertaining, leather couch and swivel/rocking leather chairs, and two tables (one seats 8, the other 4) to eat, play games and visit. There is also a desk for remote work/schooling with high speed internet throughout. 4 bedrooms including Tommy Bahama king bedroom suite with private bath/shower, Large king bedroom and a smaller queen bedroom share a Jack n Jill full bath; the 4th extra large bedroom has two queen beds with a shower/bath directly across the hall. Each bed has a luxury mattress, high-end coverlets, high thread count linens and premium towels/wash cloths, and extra pillows and blankets, and blow dryers for your comfort. King bedrooms have Smart TVs and a large screen Smart TV in the Living area. High speed Internet and cable TV throughout.
Amenities include a one car garage, comfortable beach chairs, high quality beach towels and an umbrella for your use during your stay and heavy duty beach wagon to carry your things to the beach. Commercial grade, large capacity washer/dryer, Free Hi Speed Internet WiFi and premium cable channels, heated pool, games and books are there for your use and enjoyment! Fully equipped kitchen, high end appliances, two types of coffee makers, lots of dishware and flatware.....And lots of coolers.
If larger accommodations are needed, consider also renting our sister property at the same time - located next door, Lido Flamingo Cottage (VRBO # 1717495). Sleeps 6 w/ 2 bedrooms, a sunroom with full-sized bed and 2ba.
Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Pool/Spa
Heated pool
Outdoor pool
Private pool
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Car not required
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Outdoor shower
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Books
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Fenced yard
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Printer
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Service animals only (pets not allowed)
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Note from host: Smoking outside permitted/tenant clean-up reqrd
Services and conveniences
Housekeeping on request
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
Boat
Golf
Heated pool
Kayak
Tennis
Water sports equipment
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Sailing nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing 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)
Note from host: Adult supervision required for children at all tim
Events
No events allowed
Exceptions possible by Owner w/addl deposit
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking outside permitted/tenant clean-up reqrd
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
Note from host: Exceptions possible by Owner w/addl deposit
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
We should mention
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Sarasota, this cottage is in the city centre and on the beach. St. Armands Circle and Mall at University Town Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lido Beach and Longboat Key Beaches. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Ed Smith Stadium or Longboat Key Public Tennis Center. Jet skiing, kayaking and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby. Visit our Sarasota travel guide
Does Roomy Cottage: 4bd3 ba; 2,000 sq ft; 100 ft to beach path; priv pool VR22-00058 have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
Is Roomy Cottage: 4bd3 ba; 2,000 sq ft; 100 ft to beach path; priv pool VR22-00058 pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking at Roomy Cottage: 4bd3 ba; 2,000 sq ft; 100 ft to beach path; priv pool VR22-00058?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Roomy Cottage: 4bd3 ba; 2,000 sq ft; 100 ft to beach path; priv pool VR22-00058?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Roomy Cottage: 4bd3 ba; 2,000 sq ft; 100 ft to beach path; priv pool VR22-00058?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Roomy Cottage: 4bd3 ba; 2,000 sq ft; 100 ft to beach path; priv pool VR22-00058 located?
Located in Sarasota, this beachfront cottage is in the city centre and within a 10-minute walk of Lido Beach and St. Armands Circle. South Lido Park and Sarasota BayWalk are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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Roomy Cottage: 4bd3 ba; 2,000 sq ft; 100 ft to beach path; priv pool VR22-00058 Reviews
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We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this beautiful home! Everything was clean and the house had so much room. The hosts were great! They answered all of our questions promptly. We would definitely stay at their home again!
This was perfect for our family group. The kids loved the pool and there was lots of space inside as well. The bedrooms are large and there’s three bathrooms, which is great when you have that many kids with you. The owners were very communicative and very helpful.
The rental was outstanding and in a great location. It was close to the beaches and just a short walk to many shops and restaurants. We really enjoyed having the pool. We were glad the owner took the time to check on us which is not always the case. this was a five stars plus stay!!!
This was the 3rd time we’ve stayed at Pelican Cottage on Lido Key. We absolutely love this home! The house is perfect for our family of 5 travelers and our dog. The in-ground pool area in the back is the perfect place to relax after hours at the beach! Fabulous location… walking distance to Armand Circle with a variety of shops, restaurants and ice cream spots. The Gulf is a short 5-10 minute walk from the front door. We just left and are already looking forward to next summer’s vacation!!
Rented both their cottages. Steps from the beach and walking distance to bars/restaurants. Everyone in the family enjoyed the trip! Owners kept us up to date on all the repairs from the hurricanes and had the property in ready condition as promised!
The house is roomy, comfortable, clean, and very well equipped. The proximity to the Lido Beach and St. Armand's Circle can't be beat. The pool was refreshing in the evening and on the days we were too lazy to hit the beach. We and our adult children, their partners, and our 18 year old granddaughter had a wonderful vacation!
Loved the short walk to the beach and St Armand’s circle. Everything was in close walking distance. The house was very nice. Lots of bedrooms and all the amenities needed. Deb was so nice to work with quick to help and answer any questions we had.
We were thoroughly satisfied with our recent stay at Pelican cottage Decemer 28- January 4. Lovely cottage, pool and access to the beach and St. Armands shoppes and eateries. The home had all the needed equipment for the beach and pool and was very comfortable. The host was so easy to contact and provided us with information about activities and local delivery methods for food and such. Highly recommend this property and we hope to return!
It has everything you need for a great beach vacation!
The hosts of Pelican Cottage have taken extra efforts to make sure you are comfortable. Very well equipped kitchen, lots of pool toys, beach accessories and a wagon to make the trek to the beach super easy. Comfy beds, games, beach towels, and lots of information about area made it so easy for us to relax and enjoy our vacation! Thank you!!
The “cottage” exceeded our expectations! We were truly surprised at just how large it was when we entered. It was a perfect size for our family of 5 (although it can easily accommodate up to 10 people). The onsite inground pool is an added bonus. It was great for evening swims. We loved it so much that we booked for July 2024 before we even left!!
We’re looking forward to another week at Pelican Cottage!
We absolutely love the Pelican Cottage. This was our second time staying here. The location is perfect, couldn’t be any better. Short walk to the beach and to St Armand’s circle. The house itself is clean, many very comfortable beds to sleep in. Pool area is perfect with a large table to enjoy lunch or dinner outside. Communication with owners was easy,
We will be back!
Thanks for a great stay.
I stayed at Pelican Cottage this past February. This is my third time renting it and it won't be my last. The house is well stocked with everything you'll need and the location can't be beat (leave the car parked and walk to St. Armand's and the beach). All that being said the best part of renting Pelican Cottage are the owners Deb and Ed. They are terrific people! I'm counting down the day until my return.
The location of this house is fantastic. Fairly minor problems including questionable items on one bed and very stinky slow drains in one bathroom. The host was responsive and apologetic, which is appreciated. We generally had a very nice stay and the house is as advertised.The kids loved the pool. We had 10 people stay and it was surprisingly spacious and comfortable.
We have traveled around Florida. Stayed at varied VRBO properties.This was the best all around! I did not have to clean in advance of unpacking! Our month long "home" was spotless! A very easy walk to the lovely beach and to great shopping at St. Armands!The owners thought of everything! Dishes, supplies, games and books!Thank you Ed & Deb! We will be happy to share this wonderful experience!And now we are back to the cold of Pa.and wishing we had stayed longer!
The location is amazing. You can walk to the circle and to the beacg. The house is equipped with a great wagon and toys for the kids. We had a colder week but the pool was super warm so the kids swam everyday. There is lots of space for everyone. Virtually no negatives about this house.
My wife, children, and their significant others have been going to Lido Key for many years. This is our first time staying at this cottage. We love the area and have stayed in the same neighborhood previously.
The cottage is great. Beds are comfortable, close walk to town and the beach. The beach toys and equipment were far above what is typically found in a vacation rental property
We will definitely be going back.
We had one small issue and the owner was very easy to reach and took care of the problem quickly
My family and my sister’s family loved staying at the Pelican Cottage. The house was perfect for the 9 of us. The kitchen was well stocked for cooking for all of us. The pool was nice to come back to after hours at the beach. It is a good walk to the beach but worth it, as it was not busy at all where we were (even on Memorial Weekend). We enjoyed being able to walk to Starbuck’s and Ben & Jerry’s. The sunsets at the beach were truly amazing and not a single night looked the same. We would love to come back one day. It is officially our favorite beach vacation ever.
Great location. Great home. Pictures don’t do it justice - family that arrived before us called while we were a few miles out and said to go ahead get ready to be surprised. My in-laws rented the property next door which was super convenient for our large family and we had plenty of room. It made for a trip we won’t forget. So much fun. Being able to walk to St Armands Circle was the icing on the cake. Beautiful beach, pool, amenities..too much to list. We look forward to booking this property again.