
Family-friendly holiday rentals in Downtown Sarasota
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Mid-Century Modern Beach Getaway
Heart of Southside Village 10 minutes from #1 beach in the USA, Siesta Key. Five-minute drive to downtown Sarasota, 10 minutes to St. Armand Circle, Lido & Longboat Key. Enjoy this peaceful space within walking distance to shopping, restaurants & groceries. Charming private guest house offers a queen bed, sitting chairs, table, dresser, large ensuite bathroom with a walk-in shower & private outdoor sunny space and patio. Use the grill to cook your next meal. It's the perfect couple's getaway!

Duplex - just mins to Siesta Beach - Pet Friendly
This is a 2/1 in Sarasota's Historic Laurel Park that offers a great downtown and beach experience! Walk/bike to historic downtown with shops, restaurants, bars, boutiques, parks, and music/theater. Minutes from the best beaches in the U.S. Enjoy the lanai & fenced backyard for privacy . Grill & enjoy your favorite beverage while watching your favorite show on the lanai ! Enjoy taking your pet for a walk & check out the historic homes in the area! Short term rental number VR24-00222

SUPER CLEAN 100% Private Downtown Location
A very private, quiet and secure space with a new comfortable Queen size bed, best of linens, 100% private attached bathroom and shower. Walk to downtown, waterfront and Payne Park. Complimentary bicycles, beach cooler, beach towels and umbrella! 100 Meg WiFi, large desk, LED TV. Delightful husband/wife "Superhosts" tend to your every need including complimentary bottled water, Starbucks coffee and Bigelow tea. We utilize the Airbnb and State of Florida anti-bacterial cleaning protocols.

Downtown Garden Studio close to everything
Welcome to my brand new guest house! The original building has been rebuilt and completed in December 2024 to offer a more comfortable experience for my guests. Peaceful and centrally located, ideal for relaxation and easy access to explore historic Sarasota and the beaches. A quick drive, bike or a short walk to downtown Sarasota, Selby Botanical Garden and Pineapple Street antique shops. 1.5 miles to Sarasota Bay. 3.5 miles to St Armands Circle and Lido Beach. 6.5 miles to Siesta Key.

Studio 10 Mins to Beach w/ Fenced in Backyard
Experience Sarasota like never before in our studio. Immerse yourself in the seaside charm while enjoying the comfort of a home away from home. Perfectly situated in the heart of Sarasota, you'll have easy access to all the must-see attractions, from the pristine Siesta Key beach to the bustling downtown area. Plus, with Sarasota Bay, Marina Jacks, top-rated restaurants, and grocery stores just a stone's throw away, everything you need is within reach. Come live the Florida dream!

Comfortable + Functional Private Studio Apartment
This comfortable, clean, and private studio apartment is the perfect spot to relax- whether you're here on business or you've spent the whole day on the beach! Recently remodeled with a dining table to take your meals, hot water, a comfortable bed, and well equipped kitchenette, you will be lacking nothing here. This apartment is a guest suite attached to the main living area of the home and is completely private, however there is a resident who lives in the main part of the home.

MG Tropical Stay. Fully private, no shared spaces
Welcome to your modern Guest Suite in Sarasota – Adults Only, Private & Peaceful 🌞 Enjoy your own private space—no shared areas—with a separate entrance and parking for two cars. The suite includes: A cozy queen bed A full bathroom A well-equipped kitchenette with a microwave, small refrigerator, coffee maker, and 2-burner cooktop A secluded outdoor patio with a solar shower, ideal for rinsing off after a beach day A mini-split A/C unit to keep you cool during Florida’s sunny days

Perfect Florida location: Craftsman Carriage House
Beautiful, recently built accessory dwelling in downtown Sarasota designed to match and complement our historic 1920s bungalow main house, which can be booked separately on AirBnB. The 1BR/1BA carriage house apartment has all modern amenities, with a dedicated garage parking spot and a lovely outdoor porch. The carriage house features Craftsman-style details and is available for short- or long-term stays. Locally-based property management team on-call to ensure a pleasant stay.

Unique tropical stay - 5 minutes to Siesta Key
Welcome to “The Stream” — a hidden tropical retreat tucked away in the heart of Sarasota. This one-of-a-kind space offers the perfect blend of seclusion and convenience. Just 5 miles from the world-famous Siesta Key Beach and 3 miles from downtown Sarasota. Stroll or bike to nearby cafés, acclaimed restaurants, boutique salons, Publix, Trader Joe’s, CineBistro, and more. Whether you’re here to unwind or explore, “The Stream” is your private paradise.

City Garden Cottage
City Garden Cottage is a cozy and comfortable cottage located in the quiet Laurel Park neighborhood in Sarasota, only a few blocks from downtown. The studio is surrounded by lush gardens and trees. Inside you will find a kitchenette, equipped with a coffee maker, toaster, refrigerator, and hot plate. The studio also has a flat-screen TV, a queen bed & private bathroom. There is also shared use a gas grill and fire pit included with the rental.

Studio Minutes to Siesta key, Lido Key, and SMH!
Enjoy sunny Sarasota, FL in our studio apartment. Located between Siesta Key and Lido Key. You can walk to Southside Village, Sarasota Memorial Hospital (SMH) and Arlington Park. Enjoy the beautiful neighborhood and easy access to Legacy Trail. Approximate driving times to popular local destinations: Siesta Key - 10 minutes Lido Key - 14 minutes SRQ airport - 15 minutes St Armands - 10 minutes Downtown - 7 minutes

Downtown Apartment w/ Pool, Gym, & Coworking 329
This 2/2 apartment features an oversized kitchen with island, slider with views of Downtown. Primary has a king bed and en-suite bathroom. 2nd bedroom has a twin bed with twin trundle. Shared amenities include: gym; sunset deck; massive roof deck with heated pool; gazebo with big-screen TV, fireplace, wet bar, dog run and access to the adjacent Cowork office space building. Also on-site is a full service cafe.
Popular amenities for Downtown Sarasota family-friendly rentals
Family-friendly home rentals with a hot tub

Quiet Retreat-5mi to Beach-Hot Tub, Outdoor Shower

Waterfront View Mins To AMI Beaches

Sweet Retreat at Shorewalk!

Luxury 3/3 Margaritaville Resort

The Peachy Beach House, steps to the gulf

A&A's Paradise near IMG & Anna Maria beaches

The Animal House

ROYS PLACE Romantic, Private, Paradise!
Family- and pet-friendly home rentals

Oasis by Siesta Key Beach and Downtown SRQ w/pool

Sapphire Shores Arcadia 1Bed/1Bath - Walk to Bay!

Sunshine House, close to Downtown

The Gecko Bungalow - DT Sarasota

Private Siesta Beach House Oasis with Heated Pool.

Modern Private Apartment 1 Block from Sarasota Bay

Sarasota Bayside Hideaway

Modern, Bright Downtown SRQ A-Frame West of Trail
Family-friendly home rentals with a pool

Paradise on Prospect w/ Htd Saltwater Pool

Modern 1/1.5 Waterfront at The Strand

Sleeps 2-Close to Downtown, Beaches & Airport

LIDO KEY 1 BR/1Bath Heated Pool 16

Cozy Private Estudio • Near IMG, Beach & Airport

Villa Siesta II -Downtown Secret Community & Pool!

Pool Courtyard, patio w/ fire pit, 2 mls downtown

Pool & fenced-in yard in downtown edge bungalow
When is the best time to visit Downtown Sarasota?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | $286 SGD | $293 SGD | $298 SGD | $246 SGD | $190 SGD | $209 SGD | $209 SGD | $201 SGD | $192 SGD | $187 SGD | $203 SGD | $226 SGD |
| Avg. temp | 16°C | 18°C | 20°C | 22°C | 25°C | 27°C | 28°C | 28°C | 27°C | 24°C | 20°C | 18°C |
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Downtown Sarasota holiday rentals start at $13 SGD per night before taxes and fees

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Pet-friendly holiday rentals
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Holiday rentals with a pool
20 properties feature pools

Rentals with dedicated workspaces
40 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wifi availability
70 of Downtown Sarasota holiday rentals include wifi access

Popular amenities for guests
Guests love Kitchen, Wifi and Pool across Downtown Sarasota rentals

4.8 Average rating
Downtown Sarasota stays are highly rated by guests – averaging 4.8 out of 5!
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- Anna Maria Island
- Siesta Beach
- Crescent Beach
- John's Pass
- Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
- Raymond James Stadium
- Turtle Beach
- Caspersen Beach
- Coquina Beach
- Cortez Beach
- Lido Key Beach
- Anna Maria Public Beach
- Vinoy Park
- Amalie Arena
- Bean Point Beach
- Jannus Live
- Gulfport Beach Recreation Area
- ZooTampa at Lowry Park
- North Beach
- River Strand Golf and Country Club
- Adventure Island
- Splash Harbour Water Park
- Manasota Key Beach
- Englewood Beach




