Title: Steps to Gulf of Mexico | Renovated Studio | Walk to Lido Beach, Pool & St. Armand's Circle - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire condo # Steps to Gulf of Mexico | Renovated Studio | Walk to Lido Beach, Pool & St. Armand's Circle Condo with kitchen, a short walk to Lido Beach ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/86000000/85210000/85206900/85206812/df9ea473.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Children's area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/86000000/85210000/85206900/85206812/65f9f4c5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/86000000/85210000/85206900/85206812/085bcf14.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/86000000/85210000/85206900/85206812/e136d165.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/86000000/85210000/85206900/85206812/8fc8d566.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Welcome to Pelican Gardens Studio, a newly renovated haven on Lido Key. Just steps from the Gulf of Mexico and a short walk to Lido Beach, this studio offers the perfect beach get-a-way for two. Unwind in your modern space with king bed and cable TV or enjoy al fresco dining on your patio with loungers and cafe table for 2. 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire condo 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2295 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Parking available - Air conditioning - Kitchen - Barbecue grill - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Steps to Gulf of Mexico | Renovated Studio | Walk to Lido Beach, Pool & St. Armand's Circle Enjoy automatic discounts based on your stay length, no codes needed, and the price you see already includes your savings Welcome to Pelican Gardens Studio 3 on Lido Key! Just a short walk to the Gulf of Mexico, this newly renovated ground-level studio is perfect for two looking for a beach getaway. Located in Pelican Gardens on Lido Key, you're just a 6–7 minute stroll to Lido Beach, steps from the heated pool, and within easy reach of St. Armand’s Circle for dining, shopping, and nightlife. Your modern coastal escape with convenient parking and effortless sunset access awaits! LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS \- Short walk to the Gulf of Mexico \- 6–7 minute walk to Lido Beach via Ritz Carlton side access \- 15 minute walk to St. Armands Circle dining and shops \- Quick access to nightly sunset viewing spots \- Near Ted Sperling Park for kayaking, biking, and nature walks \- Close to John Ringling Causeway for scenic walk to Downtown Sarasota PROPERTY FEATURES \- Newly renovated ground-level studio (295 sq ft) \- Keyless entry for easy check-in \- Open patio with loungers and café seating \- Convenient on-site parking near unit \- Steps from heated community pool (in season) KITCHENETTE: \- Modern stainless kitchenette \- Microwave, refrigerator/freezer, blender, toaster, coffeemaker, dishes \- No stove \- Indoor dining table for two \- Patio café seating for morning coffee or evening drinks BEDROOM & BATHROOM \- King bed setup, smart flat-screen TV with cable and WiFi \- Bathroom: modern tiled shower, solid stone vanity with updated fixtures EXTRA PERKS \- Complimentary beach items provided: a couple of beach chairs, a beach umbrella, and beach towels IMPORTANT INFO \- No pets — severe allergy, no exceptions including service animals \- No smoking or vaping near entry or windows \- Authentic 1950s complex—older exterior, modern updated interior \- No boats, trailers, jet skis, motorcycles, or oversized/signage vehicles MAKE THIS BEACH TRIP OFFICIAL—BOOK NOW We help make the most of your vacation by providing Xplorie's Free Admission to some of the area’s top attractions each and every day including a choice of a free bike rental, kayak rental, a dolphin cruise tour, or admission to the Ringling Museum ! Round-trip airport transportation provided for up to 3 passengers from SRQ or TPA with advance reservation. The fare is free but please tip the driver. Limited to one activity for just one person each day (other members of the group can partake but will need to pay). Create exciting memories, have more fun, and truly experience the Beaches of Sarasota! Book now for an amazing vacation experience! Activities are subject to change and based on availability; non-cumulative and non-transferrable. Feel free to book for a month or longer but Xplorie is not available for booking 25 days or longer. Hurricane Update: Pool is open! Some units are still being remediated in the complex so please pardon the dust/noise. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Heated pool ### Internet - Available in the condo: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Patio ### Laundry - Dryer - Laundry facilities ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the city center - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the marina - Near the sea ### Things to do - Golf - Heated pool - Optional golf privileges - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Unit size: 295 square feet ## Similar properties ![Beach nearby, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84930000/84921900/84921842/56a20d87.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy, Upscale, Modern Studio, Walk to Lido Beach, Heated Pool, $185 Free Activities Daily Lido Key - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.4 Exceptional 10 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-06&endDate=2025-11-07&selected=84921842&PinnedHotelID=84921842&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby, beach umbrellas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39100000/39092200/39092150/d761b50b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lido Key Villa! 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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 11307 ## 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%7C27.30827%2C-82.57130&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=eo0wB0XG5e_HEFnDP-DdGMRoe38=) Sarasota, FL #### What's nearby - Lido Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km - St. Armands Circle - 16 min walk - 1.4 km - Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium - 6 min drive - 4.5 km - Shell Beach - 16 min drive - 12.9 km - Siesta Key Beach - 21 min drive - 16.2 km #### Getting around - Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 16 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Columbia Restaurant - ‬18 min walk - ‪Drift Kitchen & Bar - Lido Beach Resort - ‬6 min walk - ‪Daiquiri Deck - ‬18 min walk - ‪Tiki Bar at Lido Beach Resort - ‬6 min walk - ‪Cha CHA Coconuts - ‬17 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Steps to Gulf of Mexico | Renovated Studio | Walk to Lido Beach, Pool & St. Armand's Circle pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Steps to Gulf of Mexico | Renovated Studio | Walk to Lido Beach, Pool & St. Armand's Circle? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Steps to Gulf of Mexico | Renovated Studio | Walk to Lido Beach, Pool & St. Armand's Circle? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Steps to Gulf of Mexico | Renovated Studio | Walk to Lido Beach, Pool & St. Armand's Circle located? > Located in the heart of Sarasota, this condo building is within a 10-minute walk of South Lido Park and Lido Beach. St. Armands Circle and Sarasota BayWalk are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Steps to Gulf of Mexico | Renovated Studio | Walk to Lido Beach, Pool & St. Armand's Circle Reviews 9.0 ### Wonderful 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) 10 - Excellent 14 8 - Good 4 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 8.8/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Amenities ### 7.0/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rita R. May 12, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great couples’ get away Our rental in Lido Key was perfect. Close to everything! ##### Rita R. Stayed 5 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Greg Feb 26, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication The cottage was clean and tastefully decorated. It was also close to the beach and St Armand’s. ##### Greg Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Colleen N. Nov 7, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Close to everything. Very clean and comfortable. Very private patio with table chairs and chaises. Wonderful experience. Can’t wait to come back. ##### Colleen N. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Susana May 13, 2024 #### Quiet, Cute Great location, very close to St Armands and beach, but still quiet. Very cute decor. ##### Susana ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark G., Mahopac, NY Mar 4, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very Nice Lido Key Beach Cottage The Pelican Gardens cottage was very nice. The inside was newly renovated, clean and roomy. It was a short walk to beautiful Lido Key Beach and to get to town. A great relaxing vacation. ##### Mark G. Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bradley P. Jul 10, 2023 #### Loved Staying Here! I loved staying here!! It was a very convenient location and the house was beautiful and decorated very stylish. It was quiet, the outside porch was peaceful and private. I loved it!! I will be back again! ##### Bradley P. Stayed 6 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lori L. Jun 21, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice location All good ##### Lori L. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### GARY H. Feb 24, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice little plCe Was clean and pretty well kept for its age. Bathroom was tight and maybe squeeze in a chair. Good shower ##### GARY H. Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susanne W. Jul 10, 2023 #### Wonderful Everything was wonderful. Need to put a pen here to fill out this card. ##### Susanne W. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Sue D. Nov 6, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lido Beach Studio Close to so much we were interested in doing. Pretty good studio room. Only complaint would be the bathroom floor. There was water damage prior to our stay and the tiles were squishy and water would come up through the seams. Would have liked to have a hot plate there. ##### Sue D. Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### ann H. Jul 5, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect for short stay This little place was absolutely perfect for a last minute short trip. The walk to the beach was less than 5 minutes. The studio was clean and well appointed for our relaxing, beach obsessed trip. We literally booked it the morning we checked in. The host was easy to communicate with and attentive. The morning after we arrived, we went to get the beach supplies from the locked bin, and realized one of the chairs was broken. I reached out to inform them, and when we came back from the beach, a brand new chair was there! ##### ann H. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sue M. Feb 20, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cute but tiny Cute/well decorated place to stay near Lido beach/St Armand’s circle - for one person or two if you don’t have much luggage as it’s tiny. FYI, no closet to hang clothes and unit does not have a lot of convenient outlets for devices. There is also an issue with moisture coming from floor in bathroom which appears to have been happening for awhile given stains on baseboard. However, it suited our needs well enough for the week. ##### Sue M. Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Verified traveller Feb 17, 2023 Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy #### Problems The rental had problems from day one: loud bathroom door squeak (remedy, rehang the door properly), no internet for 1.5 days (improper maintenance of cable, resulting in a cut line), wet bathroom floor (leak most likely in the shower pan, resulting in mold developing on the walls by day 12), the building on the grounds showed wear and tear. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2023 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan May 5, 2025 #### Definitely Stay Again Our apartment in Sarasota was fabulous, bed comfortable, kitchen well equipped, parking easy. Our hosts were very attentive to a few questions that we had. I would definitely stay again at this place. ##### Susan ### 10/10 Excellent #### Krystie J. Aug 11, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Krystie J. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Tom & Deb P. Aug 10, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Tom & Deb P. Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeanne A R. Aug 9, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Jeanne A R. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Robert May 28, 2024 Liked: Communication Disliked: Property conditions & facilities ##### Robert Stayed 5 nights in May 2024 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrea F. Apr 13, 2024 #### Cozy and Bright First, the location cannot be beat!! We were able to walk everywhere and absolutely loved the area!! The unit itself was cozy, bright and had just about everything we needed! We loved it here!! I did reach out about the low battery on the front door and extra pillows and found communication to be easy and quick— much appreciated!! I also enjoyed not having to worry about a key for the door— a keypad code made it much easier! Bed/bedding was comfortable, shower pressure was nice and water was hot! ##### Andrea F. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brenda B., Lakewood, Colorado May 13, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Short getaway I came here to get some R&R and also to visit extended family in Bradenton. I had such a lovely time. The room had everything I could have possibly needed. Plenty of towels and dishes. So beautifully decorated, too!! Also, the location was perfect. Close to everything but also off the main drag and quiet in the morning and evening. It was perfect for me!!! ##### Brenda B. Stayed 5 nights in May 2023