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Minutes from beautiful Sarasota Bay and lovely beaches, The Reserve Retreat is a charming landmark property steeped in art and culture. Unwind in the courtyard, indulge at one of two on-site restaurants or craft beer and wine bar, enjoy live music performances. With convenient amenities like washer/dryer services and beach chairs/towels for checkout.
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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
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1 bedroom 1 bathroom Sleeps 2 550 sq ft
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About this property
Charles Ringling Room: 1 BR/1BA With Kitchen; 5 Mins. To Beach/Downtown
Just minutes from beautiful Sarasota Bay and lovely beaches! This firsst-floor guest room, a 1 BR king with private bath, is located near downtown Sarasota and the beaches. Five minutes to downtown, 5 minute drive to Lido Key Beach, close to Siesta Key! The Reserve Retreat boasts onsite restaurant, coffee and tea shop, craft beer and wine bar, and an upscale restaurant open for dinner 7 days a week. Complimentary coffee in our Coffee Shop Wed-Sun beginning at 8am.
We have two on-site restaurants! The Cafe with American fare breakfast and lunch from 8a-2p. Eat indoors at The Café or outdoors on our lovely courtyard.
The Reserve Kitchen by Chef Antonio is open 7 days a week. Dinner is served daily from 4:30-9:30pm. Enjoy lunch on Saturday and Sunday from noon-4. Dinner and lunch are served in a more formal setting in the lovely dining room.
The Reserve Retreat is a landmark property, steeped in Sarasota's rich art and cultural heritage. The three buildings were part of circus magnate Charles Ringling's estate before his mansion was built. At various times, it was a boarding house and a circus performance venue. Today, it is a redeveloped gorgeous property with three buildings on a single parcel joined by a beautiful outdoor courtyard. It is across the street from the Sarasota Bay and just minutes to Downtown, and both Lido Key and Siesta Key beaches!
Conveniently located near downtown Sarasota, the beaches, St. Armand's Circle, many performing arts venues, restaurants, and more! A great Sarasota escape close to the arts and nature and much more.
Washer and dryer on-site, too. Beach chairs and beach towels can be checked out for your convenience. Too many great points to list here!
We have two on-site restaurants! The Cafe with American fare breakfast and lunch from 8a-2p. Eat indoors at The Café or outdoors on our lovely courtyard.
The Reserve Kitchen by Chef Antonio is open 7 days a week. Dinner is served daily from 4:30-9:30pm. Enjoy lunch on Saturday and Sunday from noon-4. Dinner and lunch are served in a more formal setting in the lovely dining room.
The Reserve Retreat is a landmark property, steeped in Sarasota's rich art and cultural heritage. The three buildings were part of circus magnate Charles Ringling's estate before his mansion was built. At various times, it was a boarding house and a circus performance venue. Today, it is a redeveloped gorgeous property with three buildings on a single parcel joined by a beautiful outdoor courtyard. It is across the street from the Sarasota Bay and just minutes to Downtown, and both Lido Key and Siesta Key beaches!
Conveniently located near downtown Sarasota, the beaches, St. Armand's Circle, many performing arts venues, restaurants, and more! A great Sarasota escape close to the arts and nature and much more.
Washer and dryer on-site, too. Beach chairs and beach towels can be checked out for your convenience. Too many great points to list here!
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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, a first aid kit, 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
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A car is required for transportation to and from this property
Property is also known as
Charles Ringling Loft 1 Br/1ba Kitchen 5 Mins. Beach/downtown
Charles Ringling Loft 1 Br/1ba Kitchen 5 Mins. Beach/downtown
About the area
Located by the sea, this aparthotel is in Central Sarasota, a neighborhood in Sarasota. St. Armands Circle and Mall at University Town Center 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. Sarasota Jungle Gardens and Marie Selby Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Sarasota, FL
What's nearby
- Ringling College of Art and Design - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
- Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
- Marina Jack - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
- St. Armands Circle - 7 min drive - 6.5 km
- Lido Beach - 8 min drive - 7.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Origin Craft Beer & Pizza Cafe Rosemary - 16 min walk
- Rosemary Food + Beer - 2 min drive
- Wicked Cantina Sarasota - 3 min walk
- Starbucks - 13 min walk
- Bridges Restaurant - 17 min walk
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Charles Ringling Room: 1 BR/1BA With Kitchen; 5 Mins. To Beach/Downtown Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
9.2/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
Feb 6, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Donna T.
Mar 30, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome
Donna T.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
10/10 Excellent
Jessica S.
Jul 21, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Historical
Jessica S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
6/10 Okay
Bryan M.
Jun 14, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Good Location with Quirks and Noise
Bryan M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Bev B.
Apr 7, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Review of the Review
Bev B.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
6/10 Okay
Tim R.
Apr 25, 2021
Disliked: Check-in, communication
You’re on your own...
Tim R.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
10/10 Excellent
Marianna T.
Jul 19, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Modern, unique, charming, easy getaway!
Marianna T.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
4/10 Poor
Mary K.
Apr 15, 2019
Traffic noise problems
Mary K.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019
6/10 Okay
Will B., Hudson WI
Mar 30, 2019
Moderately desirable.
Will B.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
10/10 Excellent
Terrence K.
Mar 22, 2019
Quaint, comfortable, convenient location
Terrence K.
10/10 Excellent
Terri D., Evans
Jan 2, 2019
Great Experience
Terri D.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018
10/10 Excellent
Heather N.
Aug 29, 2018
Loved it
Heather N.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018
10/10 Excellent
Missy R.
May 20, 2018
Awesome spot!
Missy R.
Stayed 1 night in May 2018
10/10 Excellent
Gary C.
May 10, 2018
Clean and neat
Gary C.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2018
10/10 Excellent
Joleen R.
May 4, 2018
Wonderfully beautiful people.
Joleen R.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2018
10/10 Excellent
Susan A.
Apr 10, 2018
Really great place!
Susan A.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018
10/10 Excellent
Sharon W., St. Anthony, MN
Mar 16, 2018
Exceptional!
Sharon W.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018
8/10 Good
Diana S., Fort Worth, Texas
Feb 23, 2018
Great hosts!
Diana S.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2018
10/10 Excellent
Johnny B.
Feb 6, 2018
Great location. Super host. Would definitely stay here again!
Johnny B.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Sep 20, 2017
Labor Day Getaway
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017