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Discover Real Florida UP CLOSE! Tropical Escape Sarasota

Family-friendly vacation home with a fitness center and a sauna

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Property grounds
Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Outdoor banquet area
Dining
Outdoor spa tub
Perched above 2 acres of natural Florida landscape, Tropical Escape in Sarasota offers a private wrap-around deck with refreshing breezes. With comfortable beds, fully equipped kitchen, and plenty of hot water, this elevated accommodation sleeps comfortably 1-12 guests. Enjoy secluded tranquility yet be close to Lido & Siesta Key beaches and University Town Center's shopping and dining.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 24130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Gym
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

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

Discover Real Florida UP CLOSE! Tropical Escape Sarasota

Enjoy nature and everything Sarasota!
• Refreshing breezes of private wrap-around deck perched above 2 acres of Real Florida.
• Most pets welcome**
• Comfortable beds & many USB ports.
• Towels; bedding; fully equipped kitchen
• Bikes, portable-crib, 1st day cont breakfast
• Boat/truck/RV parking (ask permission/pricing)
• Air conditioned rooms; plenty of hot water
• Special occasions*
• EV Charging Station (ask if it matters)
• Secluded, yet close enough to enjoy Lido & Siesta Key beaches, events at Benderson Park, plus 5-star shopping & dining of University Town Center.
• Pool & fitness center: ask for a status update
• Sleeps comfortably 1-12, up to 24 nice people (“if you really love each other”). We provide extra comfy mattresses on floor, couch, pull out sofa bed, air mattresses or wherever you can fit (upon requested need)
• 1400 ft.² Elevated accommodations (2nd floor)

NOTES:
Prior to 2022 our Tropical Escape had been most wish-listed, with 345 reviews (4.82/5.00). We can provide those reviews upon request - we no longer do business with that company.

We look forward to hosting your Tropical Escape in Sarasota, Florida !
Michael

* We love hosting special occasions, celebrations, family reunions, and more. Ask for special pricing and packages.

** Pet fees are per pet, and charged by weight. Unattended pets may incur roaming fees if uncrated. Please ask for pet policy and pricing details before booking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video game console
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 4 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: $250 per instance smoking, candles, fireworks, etc

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycles
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycles
  • Electric car charging station
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 1,400 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

Extra guests $30/nt post booking, prior to check-in (with host approval). Triple fees for undisclosed guests and visitors.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
4 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: $16/day+ 0.50/lb over 16. Not disclosed = 3x fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Children over 6 months = extra guest.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Visitors incur fees. Approval required. $500 fine

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
$250 per instance smoking, candles, fireworks, etc

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 99
Note from host: Visitors incur fees. Approval required. $500 fine
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

This property does not have elevators

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About the neighborhood

Map
Sarasota, FL

What's nearby

  • Ed Smith Stadium - 7 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Mall at University Town Center - 7 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Ringling College of Art and Design - 8 min drive - 6.0 km
  • John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art - 8 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Nathan Benderson Park - 9 min drive - 9.8 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Honey Tree Cafe - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Chi Chop & Kung Fu Tea - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Discover Real Florida UP CLOSE! Tropical Escape Sarasota have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Discover Real Florida UP CLOSE! Tropical Escape Sarasota pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 4 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Discover Real Florida UP CLOSE! Tropical Escape Sarasota?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Discover Real Florida UP CLOSE! Tropical Escape Sarasota?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Discover Real Florida UP CLOSE! Tropical Escape Sarasota located?

This family-friendly Sarasota vacation home is located by the ocean, within 3 mi (5 km) of University Park Country Club and Northeast Plaza Shopping Center. Sarasota Jungle Gardens and Marie Selby Botanical Gardens are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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