Title: Christmas by the Creek*Sunsets, Family Fun, Shops - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Christmas by the Creek\*Sunsets, Family Fun, Shops Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for Christmas by the Creek\*Sunsets, Family Fun, Shops ![Pool - Christmas by the Creek*Sunsets, Family Fun, Shops (Sarasota)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114290000/114285100/114285011/fe974931.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Christmas by the Creek*Sunsets, Family Fun, Shops (Sarasota)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114290000/114285100/114285011/623f8c82.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV - Christmas by the Creek*Sunsets, Family Fun, Shops (Sarasota)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114290000/114285100/114285011/d20439ac.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Christmas by the Creek*Sunsets, Family Fun, Shops (Sarasota)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114290000/114285100/114285011/0e048031.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Christmas by the Creek*Sunsets, Family Fun, Shops (Sarasota)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114290000/114285100/114285011/e2b2e765.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Christmas by the Creek\*Sunsets, Family Fun, Shops provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Washer - Barbecue grill - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Christmas by the Creek\*Sunsets, Family Fun, Shops This holiday, give the gift that builds memories and strengthens bonds. Enjoy peaceful mornings by the creek- feel the refreshing breeze while listening to the birds who call it home. Nearby UTC sparkles with holiday lights-music, activities, shopping, carriage rides, and so much more. Back home, unwind with a dip in the heated pool, battle in our new game room, or settle in for a cozy movie night in our spacious, comfortable living room. Making memories-the gift that keeps on giving. Welcome to the perfect family vacation destination! This incredible vacation home offers 2,000 square-feet of luxurious open living space. It features a backyard oasis with FREE heated pool, outdoor dining/lounging areas, and waterfront views. Bowles Creek is home to many bird species that provide endless hours of serene surroundings. Located in a family-friendly neighborhood, this property is ideal for family vacations. Plus, you\`ll be less than 10 miles away from the nearest BEACH. With its central location you can easily access Anna Maria Island, Siesta Key, and Lido Key. Convenience is key, as this vacation home is only 3.5 miles away from SRQ Airport and less than 5 miles from IMG Academy. Inside the home, you\`ll find four bedrooms to accommodate your family and friends. Bedroom 1: King bed with attached Bathroom Bedroom 2: Queen bed Bedroom 3: Queen bed Bedroom 4: is perfect for kids with a Twin over Full Bunk Bed, a Twin Trundle Bed, and two fold-out chair mattresses. In total, the house comfortably sleeps 10 guests in beds, with additional kid- friendly bedding options available, including a Pack n\` Play. A stroller, highchair, and kids\` dinnerware are provided for your convenience. The fully equipped kitchen is a highlight of the home. It boasts stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and plenty of place settings. Kid-friendly dinnerware, pots and pans, cooking utensils, a toaster, blender, instapot, and coffee maker with complimentary coffee, filters, and creamer are all at your disposal. There are several dining options available. Enjoy a quick bite at the kitchen counter with 2 stools, gather around the dining room table that seats 6, or have a cozy breakfast at the high-top table with 4 stools. Out by the pool, you\`ll find an outdoor sofa and an outdoor dining area that seats 6. Rest assured, this vacation home is equipped with central air and a washer and dryer for your convenience. ITEMS WE PROVIDE: LINENS/TOWELS: Bath Towel - 1 per guest (1 extra per bathroom) Hand Towel - 1 per guest (1 extra in each shared bathroom) Wash cloths - 1 per guest Make-up removal wash cloths - 1 per adult guest (1 extra per bathroom) Beach towels - 1 per guest Clean bed linens, quilts, and pillows for each bed. An extra set of sheets and pillow will be provided for the trundle bed. HOUSE SUPPLIES/TOILETRIES: Complimentary Starter Supply 2 rolls of toilet paper per bathroom Shampoo/Conditioner/Shower Gel - dispensers in each bathroom Small trash bags - 3 per small can Hair Dryer 2 rolls of paper towels - 1 on 1 under sink A new kitchen sponge Travel size dish soap Dishwasher pods - 1 per night up to 7 nights Large trash bags - 1 per night up to 7 nights BEACH SUPPLIES: 1 beach umbrella 1 beach towel per guest 1 cooler Beach chairs (minimum of 4) COFFEE STATION: Complimentary starter supply K-Cups Small package of ground coffee Creamers Your perfect family vacation awaits! And your furry family is welcomed also! Entire home, excluding a few locked owners closets. We live close so we are always available if you need anything. I love to meet our guests but always respect your space. This home is in a very quiet residential neighborhood so please just respect the neighbors. We offer self-check-in, eliminating the need for an on-site key handover. Detailed check-in instructions are sent to guests 24 hours prior to their arrival. Each quest is assigned a unique door code, granting them access to the home throughout their stay. Additionally, let us know if you will be bringing a furry companion (dog) along with your group. They are welcomed at an additional non-refundable charge. We have cameras by the front door, driveway and the backyard. These cameras record video and audio. NO cameras by the pool or inside the home. ONLY OUTSIDE Minimum renter age is 18 for everyone in the booking group unless accompanied by parents. 8 adults maximum, additional children welcome to a maximum of 10 total guests. ID to be provided upon request. Trash & Recycling: Pickup is 2 X\`s per week. Guests are required to bring the empty bins to the side of the house. Pool heat is set at 86\* degrees, however if air temps drop below 60 degrees it can affect pool temperature. As a result, pool temperature cannot be guaranteed. Towels & clothing: No wet clothing. towels or swim suits on the indoor furniture please. Garage has been converted to game room. Music and Noise: Please keep noise at a reasonable level during the day, and quiet time is 10 pm to 8:00am. No rowdy/noisy parties allowed. No music with profanity. If the home is excessively dirty, an additional cleaning fee will be charged. Examples include: Dirty walls, dirty dishes all over the kitchen, excessive trash, excessive food left at the home for the cleaners to discard, stains on the carpet / bedding / furniture, etc. 4 cars MAX at the home at all times. No street parking allowed. All vehicles must fit in the driveway. Gas grill with propane tank is provided. We do not refill the tank, so when it goes empty, please feel free to exchange the tank at a local gas station or Home Depot for around $20\. Grill must be attended at all times while in use. NO parties/events/function/extra guests without approval first. Canoe and kayaks are available for use. Guests must sign liability waiver for use. Life vests are required for use. As a courtesy, there are a few life vests onsite. Guests need to provide their own vest if the vests provided do not fit. NO smoking of any kind/vaping inside the house or in the front yard. Smoking is ONLY allowed in the backyard area, outside of the pool cage. Cigarettes butts MUST be discarded properly (not on the ground). $100 clean up fee if cigarette butts left behind. NO drug use/illicit substances anytime/anywhere in or on the property. including medical marijuana. Guest will be charged the full security deposit if the rules are broken regardless of any damages. Check out time is 10AM. Unauthorized late check out will be charged the full security deposit, plus additional charges if it results in canceling of incoming quests. Owners/hosts bear NO responsibility for any accidents, injuries or illnesses that you may sustain within or during your stay, NOR damaged personal belongings or vehicles. No check ins or checkouts allowed on Thanksgiving or Christmas day. Pets (1 dog only. No cats): \*Must be approved and $200 non-refundable fee paid \*Must be fully house trained \*Must be completely cleaned up after (POOP!) \*Leashed at all times when not in fenced area \*Crated indoors when not home with the pet \*If barking becomes an issue during your stay, alternative arrangements must be made \*Not allowed on the furniture & NO PETS in POOLI The following breeds are not allowed under any circumstance due to insurance liabilities: Pit bulls and Staffordshire Terriers Doberman Pinschers Chows Rottweilers Presa Canarios German Shepherds Pool: During cool season the heater is preset so this should not be adjusted. DO NOT TOUCH POOL EQUIPMENT. Equipment is video monitored. Please contact host if you have questions or concerns with the pool. Guests who attempt to adjust pool heat or equipment on their own are subject to immediate eviction. Violation of house rules or any rules from rental website (Airbnb) are grounds for terms of the rental to be terminated & visitors will be asked to leave without reimbursement for any portion of their reservation. Please note we do not offer refunds of any kind for any reason if it’s outside of the cancellation policy in place. Airbnb offer trip insurance for each reservation. Note we supply a starter kit of all toiletries, laundry detergent, dish soaps, etc… after that it’s the guest’s responsibility. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Boat - Kayak ### 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 ### General - Garden - Property does not allow children ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112780000/112770600/112770570/eddcfcfa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### New-Lakewood Ranch Private Cottage/Pool on 5 Acres of Waterfront-Lake Manatee Myakka City - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews CA $275 CA $542 total includes taxes & fees Dec 17 - Dec 18 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-17&endDate=2025-12-18&selected=112770570&PinnedHotelID=112770570&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105340000/105338200/105338135/a6108bda.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### HEATED Pool!! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 261329 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C27.42310%2C-82.54913&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=R4dihLu2TImco3DWG8ddkr58oJk=) Sarasota, FL #### What's nearby - Sarasota International Convention Center \- 3 min drive \- 3.1 km - University of South Florida Sarasota \- 5 min drive \- 5.4 km - New College of Florida \- 6 min drive \- 6.1 km - Powel Crosley Estate \- 6 min drive \- 5.5 km - Sarasota Classic Car Museum \- 7 min drive \- 7.1 km #### Getting around - Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 8 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Cafe Havana - ‬12 min walk - ‪Mulligans - ‬3 min drive - ‪The Taco trailer - ‬3 min drive - ‪KFC - ‬12 min walk - ‪Manna Tea & Kava Bar - ‬15 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Christmas by the Creek*Sunsets, Family Fun, Shops pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Christmas by the Creek*Sunsets, Family Fun, Shops? ### What time is check-out at Christmas by the Creek*Sunsets, Family Fun, Shops? ### Where is Christmas by the Creek*Sunsets, Family Fun, Shops located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Christmas by the Creek\*Sunsets, Family Fun, Shops Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.0 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeff C. Jun 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy It was nice ...good location. Pool was refreshing ##### Jeff C. 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