Vacation rentals in Sarasota

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Island in Sarasota
*MAY SALE! Sarasota #1 Luxury Villa Pool/Beach!*
Check our nearby sister property for 2024 dates by clicking our host picture, then click picture again or "contact host". Or BOOK 2024 NOW, stay in Style magazines exclusive beachfront gem! This property OWNS THE BEACH!! UNIQUE PRIVATE POOL & BEACH combo is HEAVEN! Private ELEVATOR! 32,000/gl FREEFORM POOL, with 4 WATERFALLS, HOT GROTTO with HOT falls! NEW BBQ PIT AREA, BIKES, KAYAKS, and PADDLEBOARDS! WRAPAROUND BALCONY, CHEF kitchen. Hosted CELEBS! SHOPPING, FINE DINING, check out our VIDEOS!
Dec. 11 – 18
$882 CAD per night
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 296 reviews
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Guest suite in Sarasota
Private entrance studio for 3 centrally located!
Private Studio w/ separate entrance sleeps 3. Includes 1 recently redone parking spot, a private fenced in outside area, Netflix, HBO Plus, Disney+, a queen bed, and Daybed. Within a mile you have everything you need! Grocery, CVS pharmacy, great dinning, Evie's mini golf and driving range, and more. Located off Bee Ridge within 10 miles from Siesta beaches, St. Armands Circle Shopping, Lido Beaches, Downtown, Moet Aquarium, Kayaking Mangroves, Big Cat Habitat, Sky Zone, Rental boats, and more!
May 8 – 15
$140 CAD per night
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 148 reviews
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Apartment in Sarasota
Modern Private Apartment 1 Block from Sarasota Bay
One block from Sarasota Bay - completely remodeled and fully furnished guest apartment with a Miami deco feel. The unit is a little over 300 sf with full kitchen, one bathroom w/ shower, comfy queen bed, several stools/ chairs, flat screen tv, wifi, off-street parking, six USB ports for easy charging and sitting area outdoors on front porch. Five minutes to downtown or SRQ airport, 15 minutes to Lido Beach, and 25 minutes to Siesta Beach with easy access to University Parkway or Fruitville Rd.
Jul. 18 – 25
$195 CAD per night
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 198 reviews

Popular amenities for Sarasota vacation rentals

Stay near Sarasota's top sights

Lido Key Beach442 locals recommend
Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium532 locals recommend
The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art540 locals recommend
Bayfront Park103 locals recommend
Sarasota Jungle Gardens296 locals recommend
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens433 locals recommend

Other great vacation rentals in Sarasota

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Guesthouse in Sarasota
Casita Lantana, a 1925 cottage in a Tropical Oasis
Oct. 18 – 25
$251 CAD per night
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 227 reviews
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Home in Sarasota
The Pineapple Suite.Teal tropical home in Sarasota
May 30 – Jun. 6
$177 CAD per night
4.87 out of 5 average rating, 201 reviews
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Guesthouse in Sarasota
Cozy Guesthouse in central Sarasota!
Nov. 15 – 22
$135 CAD per night
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 135 reviews
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Guesthouse in Sarasota
The Cottage, very close to Siesta Beach!
Aug. 3 – 10
$185 CAD per night
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 360 reviews
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Guesthouse in Sarasota
La Casetta: "the little house" near to the beaches
Nov. 28 – Dec. 5
$166 CAD per night
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 448 reviews
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Condo in Longboat Key
Cute Condo with a Stunning View!
Sep. 9 – 16
$433 CAD per night
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 146 reviews
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Apartment in Sarasota
Mini Seascape - 20 min beach, near Pinecraft
Oct. 20 – 27
$127 CAD per night
4.82 out of 5 average rating, 11 reviews
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Cottage in Osprey
Mattie’s Cottage by the Bay
May 26 – Jun. 2
$167 CAD per night
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 17 reviews
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Home in Sarasota
Centrally Located Cozy Home
Aug. 18 – 25
$199 CAD per night
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 36 reviews
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Cottage in Sarasota
Cozy Cottage near Siesta Key Beach
Sep. 1 – 8
$247 CAD per night
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 21 reviews
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Apartment in Sarasota
Families Stroll Downtown, Ultra Wi-Fi, Comfy beds!
Sep. 3 – 10
$172 CAD per night
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 32 reviews
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Home in Sarasota
Siesta Key Fully-Renovated Unit 5 min to the beach
Sep. 1 – 8
$187 CAD per night
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 22 reviews

Quick stats about vacation rentals in Sarasota

Total rentals

2.3K properties

Rentals with dedicated workspaces

1.3K properties have a dedicated workspace

Rentals with a pool

880 properties have a pool

Pet-friendly rentals

870 properties allow pets

Family-friendly rentals

1.6K properties are a good fit for families

Total number of reviews

76K reviews

Your guide to Sarasota

All About Sarasota

Located an hour south of Tampa on Florida’s Gulf Coast, the city of Sarasota boasts white-sand beaches lined with high-rise buildings that overlook calm turquoise ocean waters. While it’s known primarily for its pristine beaches, Sarasota has much more to offer. There is no shortage of green space in the city, with hiking trails through the Celery Fields wetlands and kayak trips through the mangroves in Ted Sperling Park. For a break from the outdoor temperatures, or to dodge a summer storm, head indoors and experience some of the area’s rich history and culture at one of the many galleries or the Ringling Museum and Sarasota Art Museum. Sarasota is also a popular pushing-off point for exploring nearby barrier islands like Siesta Key, with its secluded beaches and kayaking coves.


The best time to stay in a vacation rental in Sarasota

While there is little variation between average temperatures across the seasons, some activities are more easily enjoyed at specific times of the year. Spring in Sarasota offers very little rain and warm temperatures. Although the Gulf waters tend to be too chilly to enjoy the many water-related activities that Sarasota has to offer, this is a great time to go fishing, biking, and kayaking. As the temperatures heat up for the summer, you can expect more rainfall, as this is considered Sarasota’s rainy season.

While you may have to dodge a few storms during your stay, summer is the best time for swimming and enjoying the beach. Autumn is often an optimal time to look for Sarasota vacation rentals because the air temperatures are slightly cooler and more comfortable than during the summer months, but the Gulf waters remain warm. This coincides with hurricane season, so stay on top of weather forecasts if planning to travel between June and November. Winters experience mild and sometimes cool temperatures. This is a great time to enjoy Sarasota while avoiding chillier temperatures in the northern parts of the country.


Top things to do in Sarasota

Ringling Museum

Ringling Museum — commonly referred to as the John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art — is the official state art museum. Its 21 galleries packed with paintings and artworks from the 16th to 20th centuries sprawl over a historic estate and compound. There’s an impressive bayfront sculpture garden and 66-acre arboretum, home to more than 2,000 trees of varying species. Throughout the year, you can find an assortment of performances at the Historic Asolo Theatre.

Marie Selby Botanical Gardens

The Marie Selby Botanical Gardens cover 15 acres with thousands of living plants and preserved specimens, making it a small paradise in the heart of the city. Visit the greenhouse to behold more than 6,000 orchids and stroll the pathways that run through a bamboo garden, a children’s rainforest garden, and the mangrove walkway along Sarasota Bay.

Myakka River State Park

Located 30 minutes from Sarasota, the Myakka River State Park is one of Florida’s oldest and largest state parks, covering 37,000 acres with numerous hiking and biking trails that lead through wetlands and dense pine forests. You can also stroll along the elevated canopy walkway to get a unique view of the native wildlife, including roseate spoonbills, herons, and alligators.

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