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Adorable 1920s Cottage in a Tropical Wooded Setting!

This Old Florida Guest House in Desoto Lakes combines seclusion with comfort - a gated property where travelers find both relaxation and entertainment options

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Travelers love the privacy of this gated Desoto Lakes property. The Old Florida Guest House offers a ground-level deck for outdoor relaxation and a spa-like bathroom for a touch of luxury. Guests appreciate the cottage's character and the convenience of cable TV.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

About the neighborhood

Located in Sarasota, this guesthouse is in the city center. Mall at University Town Center and St. Armands Circle 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 Siesta Key Beach. 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. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our Sarasota travel guide
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Sarasota, FL

What's nearby

  • EJETFA The official entrance at the new Mall at University Town Center located just off I-75 on University Parkway in Sarasota Floria
    Mall at University Town Center
    11 min drive - 8.1 km
  • St. Armands Circle
    St. Armands Circle
    20 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Lido Beach
    Lido Beach
    21 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Northeast Plaza Shopping Center
    19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Rolling Green Golf Club
    11 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Hob Nob 57 Tavern
    2 min drive
  • Pizza Hut
    18 min walk
  • La Sabrosita
    20 min walk
  • Tortas Locas & Backery
    3 min drive
  • Tacos De Jalisco
    7 min walk

About this property

Adorable 1920s Cottage in a Tropical Wooded Setting!

  • Guesthouse near Mall at University Town Center
  • Adorable 1920s Cottage in a Tropical Wooded Setting! provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also find perks like:
    • Barbecue grills, books, and games
    • Outdoor furniture and smoke-free premises
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Adorable 1920s Cottage in a Tropical Wooded Setting! offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and desk chairs.
  • More amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
    • Smart TVs with cable channels
    • Private fenced yards, outdoor lighting, and recycling

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Books
  • Games

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Outdoor furniture

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Dryer
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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

Frequently asked questions

Is Adorable 1920s Cottage in a Tropical Wooded Setting! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Adorable 1920s Cottage in a Tropical Wooded Setting!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Adorable 1920s Cottage in a Tropical Wooded Setting!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Adorable 1920s Cottage in a Tropical Wooded Setting! located?

Located in Desoto Lakes, this guesthouse is within 3 mi (5 km) of Sarasota Commons Shopping Center, Ed Smith Stadium, and Ringling College of Art and Design. Colonial Village Shopping Center is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away.

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Reviews

Adorable 1920s Cottage in a Tropical Wooded Setting! Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

10

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 72 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 72 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 72 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 72 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 72 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

FREDERICK W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming and quiet. Clean place and excellent communication/instructions from the owner.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nick G.

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

Great Cottage!

Yhe cottage is clean, filled with everything you may need, including great books and games, and it's very private. The outside deck was nice with morning coffee and everything is a short car or Uber ride away.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Matt J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful little cottage off the beaten path. Quiet and cute, has everything you need for a stay in Sarasota. Communication with host Nigel was excellent. When we checked in there was no hair drier but he quickly remedied that situation. We enjoyed our stay greatly. The only problem we had with the property was that it was a little tricky to exit the property as it was a little tight to turn the car around in order to drive forward onto the main road. It’s a minor inconvenience otherwise this is a 5 Star property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine W.

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

Lovely cottage oasis

This is my second stay at the cottage and it was just as pleasant as the first. It's extremely private, quiet and surrounded by a lovely garden. The host is wonderful and check in was seamless. I'm looking forward to further stays
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Sharon S.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
It's a tough Place for senior citizen to stay. The bed is very low. The step up to the bathroom is fairly steep.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jenni j.

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

Great location, thoughtful hosts!

Perfect location for our Sarasota adventures. Thoughtful touches like a bottle of wine as well as water bottles and fizzy water sodas. Comfortable queen bed with plenty of pillows.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
What a beautiful little slice of heaven! The cottage was even better than we’d hoped for. Clean and comfortable, beautifully decorated and well maintained. We will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kristina C.

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

Cozy Stay

Perfect home base at the end of a long beach day, being gated felt like we were in our own little bubble. Nigel has super helpful with quick resolution when I had trouble with the key. All in all, good stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jeanne R.

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

Secluded stay in Sarasota

Secluded, well-stocked, comfortable and convenient to Ed Smith Stadium. Beaches and St. Armands were 30-40 minutes away. The bathroom was a step up from the bedroom, so this house is not appropriate for anyone handicapped.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roberta G.

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

Heavenly cottage

Felt like home. So comfortable. Has everything you need and more. Many extras. Our host was so gracious even to our friends who picked us up there. I recommend the cottage. The location is perfect. Off the main road but only about 1/2 block
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra H.

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

So relaxing

Everything was as described online. Clean, comfortable and conducive to a lovely stay. I will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael T.

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

Michael's birthday celebration with husband

The 1920's Cottage was absolutely a wonderful stay with beautiful gardens and wildlife and very tranquil and very accessible to other places. We enjoyed Lido beach north and Sarasota downtown and took a drive within an hour to Saint Petersburg a very trendy and beautiful city. Our host Nigel was very kind and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Judy C.

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

Orioles Spring Training

Great location for Spring Training games at Ed Smith stadium. Funky and cute little cottage in back yard of owner’s house, on a gated property. Cottage was well appointed. Bathroom light switch is in bedroom not bathroom. Closets are in living room not bedroom. Some water damage at front door prevents door opening all the way, but didn’t prevent entry/egress. Owners were very responsive to communications. Had use of nice full size washer and dryer and detergent…great perk! Parking is best for a small/mid-size car to safely position car to be facing out for safe exit onto road. Cottage is not in a typical neighborhood, so don’t expect to have a place for a nice morning or evening stroll. But location is awesome for getting to stadium and around and about for restaurants, etc.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roger I.

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

Cottage on Gocio Road

We spent an entire month at Nigel and Simone‘s cottage. it was simply wonderful, an experience we will treasure for the rest of our lives. The cottage is cozy, comfortable, clean, and completely welcoming. The term “premier host” is sometimes used a bit too casually. Nigel and Simone are simply the best hosts we have encountered in our extensive travels. There were a few very minor issues that needed attention, mostly because we’re not so great at handling new equipment. But Nigel was always responsive very quickly to our requests and took care of everything immediately. One of the best aspects of this rental is the extensive amount of equipment that is available; beach, chairs, camping chairs, blankets, umbrella, everything you need for the beach and enough for at least four people. We had some family come down, and we never had to worry about having enough equipment; one camping chair, broke, and within a day Nigel presented us with two brand new chairs. Where do you get that kind of service? The location is convenient to downtown Sarasota, the beach, Selby gardens, the airport, and every kind of shopping imaginable.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Adorable cottage
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anisa F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay at the cottage. It had everything we needed, plus the beach gear was such a nice bonus! Nigel was a very helpful and responsive host.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Don & Carol J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Cottage! Lovely host and lovely stay!!! What more can I say!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Osvaldo M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very welcoming. The place was very quiet and cozy. Was very central and close to so many things and places. Would definitely return and book.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jackie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great communication from Nigel. Cute comfortable old cottage with some lovely touches in a very convenient location. We would happily stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gordon M.

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

Nigel is a great host! The cottage is very cozy and comfortable. Thank you Nigel!

We loved it and look forward to returning some day soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah P.

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

Quiet, comfortable, clean, cute cottage

Wish we could have stayed longer. This cottage had everything we needed for our weekend visit to Sarasota Sail Fest.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sotha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet get away close to Ringling College, shopping, and restaurants. The grill and kitchen amenities were great options to dining out.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Erin D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

winter getaway

We had a great time, the property is conveniently located, and Nigel was easy to communicate with.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy d.

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

Great location, safe and clean

Easy and reasonable
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William S.

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

Fkowers

Great place. Owners were very kind and lovely place. Very clean!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024