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Mermaid for a Day! Beach Retreat on Lido across from the beach & community pool

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Beach nearby
WiFi, bed sheets
TV, DVD player
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining
Reviews
8.8

Excellent

Entire apartment

1 bathroomSleeps 4700 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

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Sarasota, FL
  • Popular LocationLido Beach3 min walk
  • Popular LocationSt. Armands Circle14 min walk
  • Popular LocationSiesta Key Beach17 min drive
  • AirportTampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)72 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Mermaid for a Day! Beach Retreat on Lido across from the beach & community pool

An Ascendia Group Property! ***NEW PROPERTY ALERT! Available for 7-night stays! *** Stop scrolling! You have FOUND your BEACH RETREAT! Put your stresses on pause and come be a mermaid for a day... or a week... in Lido Key, Florida! Escape to our studio unit which features a KING-SIZE bed, walk-in shower and a full kitchen! The couch conveniently converts to a sleeper sofa to sleep 2 more! Time to get your tan on... Enjoy the spacious deck for sunbathing or outdoor eating! Ready to go for a refreshing swim in the water?? You can stroll across the street to the BEACH AND the Lido POOL and PAVILION! The location of your destination cannot be beat! Combine the elegant beachside feel of St. Armands Circle with the more metropolitan sophistication of downtown Sarasota by using the complimentary Bay Runner, an open-air trolley to take you to both spots! Book today, Beach Daze are ahead! Looking for more space to bring the whole family?? Book the front unit of the home (Sea Spray Play), which sleeps an additional 6 people! **Pets are welcome! If applicable, a non-refundable pet fee (per pet) will be applied after booking. **

Property manager

Ascendia Property Management

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Coin laundry
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming 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

  • 1 unit
  • Unit size: 700 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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

Property is also known as

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About the area

Sarasota

Located in Sarasota, this apartment is near the beach. 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. Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium and Marie Selby Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting. With jet skiing, snorkeling, and sailing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.

What's nearby

  • Lido Beach - 3 min walk
  • St. Armands Circle - 14 min walk
  • Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium - 5 min drive
  • Shell Beach - 16 min drive
  • Siesta Key Beach - 17 min drive

Getting around

  • Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • Lido Beach Restaurant - 7 min walk
  • Marina Jack Yacht Basin - 7 min drive
  • Daiquiri Deck - 16 min walk
  • Columbia Restaurant - 16 min walk
  • The Old Salty Dog - 16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Mermaid for a Day! Beach Retreat on Lido across from the beach & community pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Mermaid for a Day! Beach Retreat on Lido across from the beach & community pool pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Mermaid for a Day! Beach Retreat on Lido across from the beach & community pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mermaid for a Day! Beach Retreat on Lido across from the beach & community pool?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mermaid for a Day! Beach Retreat on Lido across from the beach & community pool located?

Situated by the sea, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Lido Beach and St. Armands Circle. Coolidge Park and South Lido Park are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 87 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 87 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 87 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 87 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 87 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

Quaint Beach Cottage
No frills but everything we needed. Beautiful, quiet neighborhood, great for walks and bike rides. Within walking distance from the pool and the beach. Location just can't be beat!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Location is perfect- close to St Armand’s circle, not far from downtown Sarasota and 1 block from the beach- place was clean and host was extremely responsive!! Would stay again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

2/10 Terrible

Tom L.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Filthy
Bed had not been changed over . Was full of sand and lint. Wife had numerous bites. We left after two nights and stayed elsewhere. Returned on last morning at 9:30 to make sure we had packed everything in our hast to get out and the cleaning person had already been inside and was finishing up even though check out time is 10:00.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jackie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
WONDERFUL STAY
We had a great time. The property was clean and had everything we needed We were very happy that we were able to bring our small dog. We look forward to staying again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Lisa W., Norton, OH

Liked: Cleanliness
Lido Key
My best friend and I did a girls trip here the 1st week of July. All went well and the property was affordable and pretty much as described. It could definitely use some updating but I didn’t travel from Ohio to sit in the room! With exception of our food we did not have to purchase anything else, but we had brought our own beach gear. A couple things I want to make clear that I did not realize till we got ther. 1. Laundry is available but it is coin operated outside the home. The dryer was very hot and would not shut off but I alerted the management when I left. 2. The shower is VERY slippery, be VERY cautious 3. The deck is in need of repair, several exposed nails and pieces of fallen railing, be super cautious if you have little ones. I did also alert management for this issue. 4. There is some water damage to the ceiling fairly close to the bed. I assume the roof leak was fixed, but I made sure not to put anything under it. 5. Most importantly to ME!, lol..if you like to beach AND pool, be aware this property does NOT have a pool. There is a Sarasota community pool a block and a half away. It is only open on Fri, Sat, Sun, You have to register and then pay each day to use it. There is another community pool about 5 miles away for during the week. All that being said, we had a great time, went St Armand’s circle to eat and shop, and agin for the money, I would rent this property again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

Chamein w., LeClaire, ia

Disliked: Cleanliness
Horrifying
It rained in on our luggage the night it rained many many cockroaches and horrible bed we slept on couch
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frank C.

Liked: Cleanliness
137 Harrison
Excellent location
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul M., Oracle, AZ

Liked: Cleanliness
12 nights of Christmas
We stayed in this small, but comfortable unit, at the rear of the house that is pictured. It was perfect for us for the price – not fancy but clean and functional. A short walk from the beach and from St. Armand's Circle as well. This was the second year that we have spent the holidays there and it suits us very well. Host is pleasant and accommodating.
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rodney E., Sarasota

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Very easy
Stayed 18 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbara G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relax for adults
Good location, clean, good place for my husband and me. Thanks .
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2022