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Beach
1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Onsite parking, car charging station
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Sarasota, FL
  • Marie Selby Botanical Gardens
    6 min walk
  • Bayfront Park
    12 min walk
  • Marina Jack
    15 min walk
  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    12 min drive

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Very tropical, private and peaceful, short walk to everything happening downtown

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
4.8 out of 5, Exceptional, (62)
The price is CA $153
per night
CA $410 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Very tropical, private and peaceful, short walk to everything happening downtown

About the area

Sarasota

Seaside stay .Within a 10-minute walk of this Central Sarasota guesthouse, you'll find Marie Selby Botanical Gardens and Payne Park. Bayfront Park and Marina Jack are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Marie Selby Botanical Gardens - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Marina Jack - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Sarasota Memorial Hospital - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • St. Armands Circle - 7 min drive - 5.5 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Brick's Smoked Meats - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Raffurtys Bar & Grill - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Owens Fish Camp - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪P.F. Chang's China Bistro - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Quick and Easy Walk Downtown - Tons of Amenities

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 that Sarasota has to offer. Stay 7 nights or more!

The Carriage House is right in the heart of everything. Very safe and easy walk to literally dozens of casual restaurants, cool bars and interesting shops. 5 minute walk to Selby Gardens. 10 minute walk and you are at the Sarasota Bayfront. That's a great place to enjoy the sunset. The hustle and bustle of main street is just half a mile away. They have an awesome farmer's market every Saturday morning year round. If you prefer the beach, drive 10 minutes South to Siesta Key, home of #1 beach in the USA. You are less than 4 miles from St. Armands Circle and Lido Key. It's always sunny in Sarasota and you will never run out of things to do. We provide tons of amenities including bikes, kayaks, beach chairs and a beach umbrella.

This place is so much better than a hotel room. You will have your own private guest house with nobody above or below. Main bed is a King sized luxury memory foam mattress from Tuft and Needle. Sofa pulls out to a surprisingly comfortable twin size memory foam bed. We are neat freaks. The Carriage House will be immaculately clean. Free clothes washer and dryer. Tons of amenities including; snacks, cold beverages, coffee pods, toiletries and laundry detergent. Lightning fast wifi, bikes, kayaks, beach chairs, umbrella and more available for your use and enjoyment.

Here are my top ten recommendations on things to do:
1. Start your day at Fresh Start Cafe (.2 miles, 4 min walk). The food is outstanding.
2. Walk to Selby Gardens (.4 miles, 8 min walk). World Class botanical gardens.
3. Main Street (.5 miles, 11 min walk) is packed with boutiques and restaurants.
4. Hop an Uber or drive to the Ringling museum (4.6 miles)
5. For amazing seafood, eclectic decor and live entertainment, try Owen's Fish Camp. It is .3 miles away, only a 6 minute walk.
6. Burn's Court Cinema is right next door to Owens. Not your run of the mill cineplex. It is a small theater offering first-run foreign, independent & art films along with beer, wine & popcorn.
7. St. Armand's Circle shopping and entertainment district is 3.4 miles away. Great people watching, coffee shops and boutiques.
8. Want to go to the beach? Lido Beach is consistently rated as one of the best beaches in the US. It is 4.1 miles away, about a 12 minute drive.
9. Want an up close experience with the creatures of the sea? Try Mote Marine Laboratory, it is 4.7 miles from your front door. This aquarium has: Sharks, lionfish, jellyfish, etc. You can pet stingrays, horseshoe crabs, sea cucumbers, starfish, and urchins. There's also a giant squid preserved in a tank.
10. Bayfront Park is .6 miles away, about a 13 minute walk. It has the bay on one side and downtown Sarasota on the other side. Wait for the sunset in the evenings and you will never be bored, because the pelicans entertain you. Good spot to see wild dolphins. Try O'Leary's Tiki Bar and Grill. Sunset ferry available too!

Property manager

Stephanie Fischer www.fischervacationrentals.com (941)778-4100

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site

Things to do

  • Bicycling
  • Golfing
  • Kayaking
  • Water park access

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels
  • Smart TV

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Heating
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Dining table
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Dryer
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in 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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

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Quick and Easy Walk Downtown - Tons of Amenities Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 87 out of 94 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 94 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Zach C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meegan H.

Liked: Cleanliness
A quick but fun stay
This above-the-garage apartment was clean and functional. The host family members, who live in the main house, were lovely and ready to answer all questions. The location is midway between downtown Sarasota and the fun southside neighborhood. I would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kaylene S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Carriage House
We thoroughly enjoyed our time at the Carriage House and hope to visit again! The carriage house is smaller, but it was a perfect fit for the two of us. Stephanie was a wonderful property manager and all the amenities (kayaks, bikes, grill, patio, etc) were wonderful. She even let us borrow their shark tooth finder, and we were able to find some shark teeth near Venice Beach! It is helpful to have a compact car since parking is a little tight. Unfortunately our trip was cut short due to hurricane Milton. Stephanie was flexible with us as our plans changed a couple times due to Milton. We most certainly will consider renting from Stephanie again if we take a trip to Florida again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kendra F. C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nicely equipped cottage house in great location!
My husband and I enjoyed the cozy cottage house for 6 nights; it had the perfect amount of space for the two of us and was well stocked. The location is near many restaurants and downtown Sarasota -- many within walking distance. Stephanie, the owner, was quick communicating and very gracious (always asked if we needed anything more) - thank you! We used the beach bag, cooler, beach towels, beach chairs & umbrella that were available in the house (great since we traveled from out of the state). You cannot be the feasibility, convenience and location this cottage house had to offer!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Getaway
Our first time staying in Sarasota and we wanted to stay in a location that was walking distance to downtown. The place where we stayed was all around perfect. Had everything we needed. So comfortable and clean. The owner, Stephanie was lovely, if we needed anything she responded straight away. We’ve stayed at other VRBO and this place is ranked at the top.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay
This was perfect for my daughter and I. We had just a beautiful time and perfect location. It had all that we needed.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Reshawn B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Weekend Stay
We stayed at this beautiful downtown studio during a quick weekend trip down the coast. While it was short, it was nothing less than pleasant. We had a chance to chat with Stephanie in passing and she was very helpful with a small problem we had. The furnishings were very nice and the bed was big enough for a couple. This is an upstairs unit so that should be noted, but the stairs are sturdy and safe for use. The studio is close to downtown and plenty to do. The book in the room is nice for sharing places to go and things to see. I would recommend Stephanie's place to others looking for a comfortable, quiet place to enjoy while in town.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

sara g.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovey space and owners.
It was a beautiful, private space. The location close to so much. The owner communication was great-very comprehensive and always very timely. I loved that the room included a book with lots of information and suggestions. The Amenities were amazing - bicycles with locks, kayaks with a cart and instructions, cold drinks, washer/dryer, etc. My only frustration was that the listing did not mention more clearly that it was on the second floor.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing
Peaceful. Great accommodation
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodi W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sarasota trip
Great location, great apartment, great host! I will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phil M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful accommodation
The Carriage House was impressively clean and orderly, and centrally located near so many Sarasota sites. It's walking distance to the farmers market, SelbyBotanic Garden, the Main Street with many restaurants and shops, as well as near the waterfront and general downtwon area. It has a wonderful host who provided very helpful information and was quick to respond to questions. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tobin D.

Liked: Cleanliness
I want to keep it a secret
I really want to keep this place but it’s too wonderful not to share. Great location and everything you need.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

S. G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
Excellent
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ty B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mini vacation
The carriage house was very clean, spacious, and comfortable. Great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wes M.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Hidden Gem in Sarasota
My husband and I stayed at The Carriage House four nights, What a lovely place and perfect location! Stephanie & Mike were great hosts and accommodated us in every way.We easily walked to town and took advantage of the restaurant recommendations they offered. We especially enjoyed Owen's Fish Camp--- don't miss out on a great meal and experience! . Carriage House was a 10. My husband and I would not hesitate to rent again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything we needed
Great neighborhood. Lovely host! Communication quick. The unit was clean, cute and had ample space for the two of us. It felt very cozy and comfortable. I always appreciate when the owner leaves some personal touches with some water, snacks, etc. To me, it shows they care.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Perfect quaint place out of the hustle and bustle but perfect great dining just blocks away. Felt very safe walking in the evening.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Highly Recommended
I wish I could have stayed longer. The carriage house is private, super clean and is appointed with everything you could need. Very comfortable. A 10 minute walk to main street. The owner is next door and made herself available for any questions or needs that I might have. She is wonderful. You will not be disappointed. It is important to note that there are stairs to get to the room, if that is a problem for you.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great quiet location
Walkable distance to all of downtown Sarasota. Great room with everything needed for 1 or 2 people.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect little GEM
Great location. Well equipped and especially accommodating hosts
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Property
The host was very accommodating and communicative. Located very close to downtown, an easy walk there or to Selby Gardens. Quiet neighborhood. Very well stocked. Easy departure rules. It even has a combo washer/dryer. We highly recommend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean & exactly as described/pictured
Owner was very responsive, from answering a question prior to finalizing booking to resolving a minor issue connecting to the internet. We were only there one night, but could easily see making this a base for a longer stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roberts 8.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect overnight get-away in quiet neighborhood close to downtown Sarasota
Charming, clean, well-equipped, responsive host. Just lovely. I will make this my home away from home again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean little house with wonderful host.
Great amenities, very clean, great neighborhood with so much to explore.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Therese M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ultimate Host in a Perfect Location
Our stay was planned rather quickly and so we were so pleased upon arriving at the Carriage House. The host met us on arrival, offered to help with luggage and reminded us of use of her phone contact should there be any need. The size of the unit and amenities perfectly met our needs. The location was perfect for us, and the ability to come back to such a quiet and comfortable suite was a great treat. Would definitely choose this site again .... and probably stay even longer! So much to see and do!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023