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Fisherman Cottage Camp on Whitaker Bayou minutes from Sarasota Main St. downtown

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Smart TV, books, video library, computer monitors
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Smart TV, books, video library, computer monitors
In old Sarasota, Canal Front 'Fisherman's Cottage' offers a charming retreat with kayaking and paddle boarding right outside your doorstep. Enjoy a fully stocked house with essentials like linens, toiletries, and coffee/tea. A quiet residential street provides the perfect setting for relaxation.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6153 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

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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.

Fisherman Cottage Camp on Whitaker Bayou minutes from Sarasota Main St. downtown

Adorable Canal Front "Fisherman's Cottage" is located in old Sarasota. Newly remodeled three bedroom/2 bathroom house just north of downtown and walking distance to Ringling College. Enjoy kayaking and paddle boarding (rentals available) onto Sarasota Bay right outside the backyard. Fully stocked house for short-term renters with linens, shampoo, conditioner, soap, laundry detergent, paper goods, and starter coffee/tea/creamers. Bring your clothes and toothbrush only! Please note this home is on a quiet residential street, so it is not an appropriate rental if you like to stay outside talking late into the night (10 pm is city ordinance for quiet enjoyment).
Please Note***All touch surfaces and floors are being cleaned with an EPA List N sanitizer. ALL sheets, comforters, blankets, towels, bathroom mats, floor mats, seat covers, mattresses, and waterproof pillowcase covers are machine-washed in hot water between EACH stay. We also provide all NEW toiletries (hand/body soap/shampoo/conditioner), tissue boxes, lotion, dish soap, sponge, and salt/pepper - everything unopened and unused.


Thank you!

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • 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

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 1,652 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Please not we are on a canal

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Charming 1600 sq ft home near downtown on canal
Fisherman Cottage Camp on Whitaker Bayou Sarasota
Fisherman Cottage Camp on Whitaker Bayou Private vacation home

About the neighborhood

Map
Sarasota, FL

What's nearby

  • Ringling College of Art and Design - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Marina Jack - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Lido Beach - 9 min drive - 7.8 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Sunoco - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Kyuramen - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Wicked Cantina Sarasota - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Fisherman Cottage Camp on Whitaker Bayou minutes from Sarasota Main St. downtown pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Fisherman Cottage Camp on Whitaker Bayou minutes from Sarasota Main St. downtown?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fisherman Cottage Camp on Whitaker Bayou minutes from Sarasota Main St. downtown?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Fisherman Cottage Camp on Whitaker Bayou minutes from Sarasota Main St. downtown located?

Located in Newtown, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Ringling College of Art and Design and Marietta Museum of Art and Whimsy. McCurdy's Comedy Theatre and Sarasota Jungle Gardens are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

Fisherman Cottage Camp on Whitaker Bayou minutes from Sarasota Main St. downtown Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 66 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 66 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 66 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 66 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 66 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mujer V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun and relaxing

We enjoyed our time, we met the host who was very friendly and communicative. Recommended for families looking for a relaxing time and fishing nearby.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Minerva L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Little bliss

Absolutely loved this place! Super clean and all the details were perfect. The backyard was amazing! So relaxing! Would definitely stay again when visiting Sarasota. Close to literally everything. Thank you Geoff for sharing your place with us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenae K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy Cottage

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this quiet cottage located so close to downtown and within short driving distance to the many amenities of the area. We especially loved the backyard space and would love to visit this area and stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandon M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute Cottage!

Great clean place in a great location. The cottage was very clean and had all the amenities needed. We appreciated the ease of getting around and good location.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth G., Eastham, MA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable and Convenient

Clean, comfortable and convenient makes this cottage a great stay. The outdoor area is the prefect spot for morning coffee or a late day drink.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanine P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A home away from home

We loved our stay here..Geoff is amazing, a superior host , house is so clean and well appointed ..and the back yard is a haven..close to everything..loved it here!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful place!

This place is amazing for a relaxing getaway! The backyard is stunning and great place to sit and have cup of coffee in the morning. The property is also short distance from amazing restaurants that the host recommended. Definitely would come here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marry I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Place for Getaway

Place is just perfect for our first Florida trip. The host is awesome, the house is very clean, and quiet neighborhood! We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great for kayaking

Great spot on the water very quiet location close to park. Close to fishing on pier, with bait.
Stayed 29 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great vacation!

Loved this location! Close to lots of sights, but, quiet at night! Everything was clean and inviting. Back yard was your own little Oasis. Geoffrey was fantastic and I got to meet Duke! Will be back for sure!!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kara E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacation

The house was very cozy. We enjoyed the back yard the most.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

My stay at Fisherman Cottage

Overall nice property with the outside overlooking the small waterway very nice . Plenty of outside seating with a nice small pavilion as well!! Geoff , the owner , was very friendly and accessible. He came by from time to time to check on us and see if we needed anything .
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute cottage

Great location, close to several local beaches. The cottage was very clean and had all the amenities needed for a beach vacation. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josie M., Lexington Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute cottage

Good location, close to downtown in quiet neighborhood. The backyard is beautiful and the house is comfortable. The beds are very comfy and we like the gas stove in the kitchen.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gwen J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

This place is a gem!

My husband and our daughter stayed at this place for a week, and it was absolutely marvelous. Geoff is very responsive, attentive to detail, and the house is very clean and delightful on the inside. On the outside, in the back yard adjoining the bayou, there is a wonderful gazebo with trailing bougainvillea. There is a fire pit in the middle of the gazebo that we sat around and sipped wine and talked for hours. It’s also very close to the airport! I can’t say enough positive about this place! We loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mariel V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girl’s trip!

Another great girl’s trip! This cottage was super close to Publix and a short drive to Lido & Longboat Key. Second year renting and will definitely be back! Thanks again!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Little Retreat

Everything was well-maintained and up-to-date. I enjoyed my stay and the host was very easy to communicate with. The area around the house was peaceful and quiet. I will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ellie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Zero Negative Things to Say

This home was beautiful inside and out. Everything you would need for sleeping, cooking, having fun, or relaxing is provided, including some beach supplies which was really convenient for us. The host checked in and was very accommodating as well. 10/10 would recommend
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina K., Dallas, TX

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sarasota Gem

We stayed for six days in the Fisherman Cottage. It was well appointed with all you need for a family or romantic stay. Beds were comfy, back porch and patio were clean and inviting. Geoff is there promptly if a need arises. We had a great time and highly recommend it!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra G., Hanover, Pa

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A hidden gem, close to everything

From booking to check out our experience was five stars. The location is great! So quiet, clean, comfortable and spacious. Everything you could want or need was provided. Geoff is a wonderful host, readily available to answer questions and provide recommendations for places to go and wonderful restaurants. We had a fabulous time and look forward to visiting again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Most Excellent!

Great clean place in a great location. Geoff is great! He was wealth of local info and very quick to reply to email questions. Thank you! Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeannine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Love, LOVED this place!

If you are looking for a comfortable, beautiful, well equipped home to stay in in the Sarasota area, this place needs to be at the top of your list! Just as beautiful as the pictures indicate, and Geoff was amazing! We will be back in May and are looking forward to extending our trip. Thanks for hosting a wonderful week for our family!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous!

Mike is a great host and very responsive. His place was exceptionally clean and well equipped with everything you would need to have a great stay! The back yard is lovely with beautiful vegetation and landscaping. There are many areas to sit in both sun and shade. Mike’s recommendations of restaurants and things to do were excellent! Great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samir A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Geoff is great host. House in native neighborhood very nice location close to everything. House has everything you need from beach chairs umbrella and towels Close to beach 10 minutes away Coming back for sure Thanks Geoff once again
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Oasis

The home was clean. Comfortable, inviting decor. The home is equipped with everything you need for a wonderful, relaxing stay. The Back Yard is AMAZING. Such a peaceful space to bring a book, play your music (quietly it is a neighborhood) and just enjoy the FL sun or shade, the back yard provides both. The host was wonderful. I hope to stay again soon!
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2024