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Outdoor spa tub
3 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Interior
Property grounds
Outdoor pool, a heated pool

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 24130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
The current price is NZ$506
includes taxes & fees
10 Mar - 11 Mar

Explore the area

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Sarasota, FL
  • Ed Smith Stadium
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Sarasota Classic Car Museum
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • New College of Florida
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪7 min drive‬

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About the area

Sarasota

A family-friendly stay in Sarasota awaits you at this holiday home. You'll be 6.4 km (4 mi) from Mall at University Town Center and 13.5 km (8.4 mi) from St. Armands Circle. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a private pool and a washing machine. .You can enjoy Smart televisions with a DVD player, and home features free WiFi, 2 bathrooms and a balcony. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a fenced private garden and a TV are also available. .Enjoy the outdoor swimming pool, gym, Hot tub and sauna. Plus you'll find a games room, a garden and barbecues. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this Sarasota holiday home include John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art and Sarasota Memorial Hospital.
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What's nearby

  • Ed Smith Stadium - 6 min drive
  • Sarasota Classic Car Museum - 6 min drive
  • John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art - 6 min drive
  • Mall at University Town Center - 7 min drive
  • Nathan Benderson Park - 8 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Chi Chop Of Sarasota - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Checkers - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Fuzzy's Taco Shop - ‬2 min drive

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:
Glad you found us here on VRBO. We encourage you to patronize VRBO and the many other ethical and reliable booking providers of short term rentals. Prior to 2022 our Tropical Escape had been most wish-listed on “Airbad,” 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 manager

Michael Epstein

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool
  • Sauna
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 4 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: $250 per instance smoking, candles, fireworks, etc

Services and conveniences

  • 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

  • Bicycles
  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,400 square feet

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

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Maximum 4 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • 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.

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 that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. 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 For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadlock in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

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Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Discover Real Florida UP CLOSE! Tropical Escape Sarasota?

The closest beach to Discover Real Florida UP CLOSE! Tropical Escape Sarasota is Lido Beach (11 km).

How much does it cost to stay at Discover Real Florida UP CLOSE! Tropical Escape Sarasota?

As of 16 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Discover Real Florida UP CLOSE! Tropical Escape Sarasota on 10 Mar 2025 start from NZ$505.79, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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

Discover Real Florida UP CLOSE! Tropical Escape Sarasota has a heated pool and an outdoor pool.

What luxury perks are available at Discover Real Florida UP CLOSE! Tropical Escape Sarasota?

This property features a heated pool, as well as a private pool and a living room.

What makes Discover Real Florida UP CLOSE! Tropical Escape Sarasota a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub, private pools, and private balconies all help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at Discover Real Florida UP CLOSE! Tropical Escape Sarasota.

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

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and an arcade, as well as highchairs and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that Discover Real Florida UP CLOSE! Tropical Escape Sarasota is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a private hot tub at Discover Real Florida UP CLOSE! Tropical Escape Sarasota?

Yep, there is a hot tub.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Discover Real Florida UP CLOSE! Tropical Escape Sarasota?

No, Discover Real Florida UP CLOSE! Tropical Escape Sarasota does not offer an airport shuttle service.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Discover Real Florida UP CLOSE! Tropical Escape Sarasota Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 67 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 67 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 67 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 67 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 67 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Location for Our Small Wedding
We booked this location for 5 days for our small wedding (20 people). The host was beneficial in coordinating and communicating with us regarding details and questions. Having everything that we needed on-site and in good condition was incredible.If you are looking for something that is close to main areas like UTC and downtown Sarasota, but also with privacy and a beautiful piece of property, this is the place!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathan R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful experience!
If you are looking for a getaway, this is the spot! Everything was clean and the amenities were great! We will be back next year! Thanks again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ana M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Countryside stay within the city
Very friendly host and gives excellent recommendations to tourists. Thank you very much! The amenities were totally enjoyed by the entire group. The property is modestly decorated but with all the expected amenities. According to the owner, the smell of sulfur in the water is something that is beyond his control.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
This house was the perfect getaway for my family and I. It was close enough to drive to any place that you needed; food, grocery stores, etc. But, it was still closed off from the public where we had our privacy. My family and I loved the pool, hot tub, bicycles, and everything that was included. It felt like a home away from home and we are already looking forward to coming back in the future. There were no complications and our manager, Michael was very helpful with everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bethany M.

Liked: Cleanliness
An amazing place to stay!
Everything that we needed was provided. The property was beautiful! All of our questions and needs were taken care of quickly. We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Beth S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean
I appreciate the cleanliness, extras, space and breakfast but photos do make this place look nicer than in person. Overall I would rate average.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
Beautiful property and home
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Alan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sarasota stay
Clean, good kitchen but a bit worn. Wouldn’t recommend for family with young children
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Natural Beauty
We loved the natural beauty of the property. This was a lovely place to stay, with a walking trail surrounded by interesting plants and animals. Comfortable beds, nice deck, and a hot tub. Fantastic!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quick Weekend Trip
Came for weekend and arrived late at night. Pleasant surprise that host had left us muffins for morning since we hadn’t gotten anything since we were so late due to delays. Good communication and directions. Very clean upon arrival and as described. Good selection of restaurants near by. Definitely will be back next year. Michael was a kind host. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

Natale D.

Liked: Cleanliness
My wedding was almost shut down
I wrote a longer review on Google that exceeded the character limit here but wanted to provide a synopsis of our wedding week at the location. - property was gorgeous but his property next door takes away from it’s beauty - fire pit is on his property so we didn’t want to use it - property owner fined us $500 on our wedding day because my husband smoked on the porch then threatened to shut the wedding down until he got paid - treated one of our vendors incredibly poorly because they parked in the driveway when they were supposed to call him upon arrival - made a statement about the pool looking like it had been slashed by a knife and he was going to check cameras (my son used the pool once for a very short period of time) Again, this is just a brief synopsis of our 4 day stay and I would highly recommend reading my longer, more detailed review prior to booking especially if it’s for the biggest day of your life.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ron R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gant
Nice hot tub
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Extended Family Vacation
Lovely location, accommodating & responsive host. Communication was excellent. Michael was very helpful in getting us settled in as well as offering local recommendations & assistance with the pool & hot tub. We were able to sleep 14: 4 people in 2 bedrooms & 6 in the 3rd. It was close quarters, but worth it to spend the holidays together.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Tabitha G.

Liked: Cleanliness
The stay
Overall a decent experience. House was just like expected. There were no directions on how to use anything, so the first night we were not able to swim (too cold) or use the hot tub. The owner did change that the following morning though. My friend did stay one night, and where it said guests were $25 a day, I suppose I miss understood, because I had to pay $25 a day for every night I was there even though she didn’t stay the duration. Luckily I was only there for 3 nights and not a whole week. And lastly, one thing that concerned me as I was sitting there with my daughter the Alexa echo came on and stated it was “owners name” testing. It made the rest of the stay a little uneasy.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hidden gem!
Located in an amazing location - so close to everything, but very secluded. Mark was very easy to communicate with and even left us breakfast for the first morning! Didn't get a chance to use the pool, but it is much larger than it appears in pictures. Would highly recommend for anyone looking for a reasonable accomodation in the Sarasota/Bradenton area.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diamely P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing weekend
We came to celebrate my dad's 70th birthday and this place was perfect. Owner gave us a warm welcoming. House was clean,the outside was great for kids. Owner helped us prepare the backyard and was very nice to us. when we came into the house we were greeted by a full fruit basket and breakfast croissants! We had a great weekend. Thank you Michael!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sarasota Hidden Gem
Shhhh…this is a hidden gem. We needed a base for some medical appointments we had in Lakewood Ranch traveling from SC. Michael was the perfect host of an amazing laid back beautiful hidden home. Very large comfortable accommodations nestled in beautiful live oaks and greenery near to beaches, restaurants and shopping. Having your own pool and hot tub was an amazing and relaxing way to end our busy days. Full kitchen and eating area made you feel you were at home. Comfortable beds…very clean. Thank you Michael for a perfect stay. We will be back!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jocelyn A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location
The property was located convenient to grocery stores/restaurants, and beaches. Worked perfect for our large group. And host was excellent.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sonya B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved it!
We stayed at this property from 7-14 to 7-18. The house was really nice, it came with alot of essentials such as shampoo, conditioner, soap, condiments, seasonings. The pool was really nice as well as the jacuzzi. The property was beautiful and it was so peaceful to set out on the deck. Michael was amazing he came gave me a tour and made sure I knew where everything was and that whatever was there we could use and there was no need to ask. He had a Mango tree that he allowed me to get some mangos off of and I was very grateful for that because mango is my favorite fruit. The stay was perfect!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

2/10 Terrible

Mariann F.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Owner is CRAZY!!!
I stayed for 3 nights with friends and the owner is absolutely nuts. After booking the property, the owner added a ton of rules & fees that were not disclosed previously. Such as the owner charging for every tiny thing including number of guests/visitors per day, the pool/hot tub per day per person, per dog per pound per day. Not to mention he lives on the same property and will come over randomly. Also, the owner watched cameras to see how many people were over before returning my security deposit (since number of guest/visitors are limited). I would advise to not stay here and stay somewhere else.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect stay!
Loved our stay at this perfect property! We travelled for a baseball tournament and this house was perfectly located between baseball parks, the beach and activities. Everything we needed was there and plenty of extras too.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Veronica P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Oasis in sarasota
Amazing location, the yard is big, plently of birds. So peaceful, and so close to everything. So nice to go to the pool and hot tub right after work. Wonderful host, very helpful and friendly. Will be back for sure.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay with family or larger group
We had everything we needed to make our stay so comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leah L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Michael’s place was perfect for having a small get-together to celebrate the coming of my daughter’s baby. Would definitely recommend this place for personal stay or for events.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exceeded Expectations!
We had 4 people stay and had a wonderful amount of room. Everything seemed to have been supplied for our stay, more than we would have wanted and more than we could have used for our short stay. We were in town for a wedding at the Grove (22min drive) we also made it to the Ringaling Museum (15min drive) Fantastic grocery store (detwilers) within walking/biking distance (2min drive) near plenty of shopping/ a busier main road (University) BUT the property is so secluded and quiet we felt like we were the only ones around for miles. Walk the property, it’s so scenic! We had fantastic weather (last week of March) it was very breezy on the top deck and we spent most of our time there The showers were spacious AND had plenty of room for all your own toiletries The water has a softener on it so the shower is refreshing but make sure to lay down the mats provided. My one suggestion: hand held shower heads the kind with the hose? Property had PLENTY of towels/washcloths! The property even supplied a 5gal water cooler dispenser!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023