[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Tropical Retreat w/ charming garden near downtown. Vacation home in Sarasota with kitchen and balcony ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90070000/90069700/90069617/b5ecb700.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90070000/90069700/90069617/a44f646f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books, printers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90070000/90069700/90069617/2616f098.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90070000/90069700/90069617/b05b484b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90070000/90069700/90069617/c4fe4941.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location A garden, a playground, and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at Tropical Retreat w/ charming garden near downtown.. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a gym. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 41100 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Dryer - Gym - Parking available - Washer - Fireplace ## 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. ### Tropical Retreat w/ charming garden near downtown. West of Trail and steps from Sarasota Bay in a tranquil, lush neighborhood, "The Heliconias" is a spacious and comfortable home for enjoyment! The open concept kitchen is fully equipped. Laundry on premises. Breath in the salty air while you unwind on the front porch or back patio. Stroll in the tropical garden frequented by birds and butterflies. Centrally located, so you can access the museums, theaters, beach sunset, world class dining and shopping in Sarasota Downtown, all within minutes! Our spacious and comfortable home is the perfect place to relax and chill after a long day of exploring Sarasota. You will have 1100 sqft to yourself. It has a private front porch with a bistro set that you can sit and read, unwind, or watch the wildlife in the front yard. We have taken great care to ensure that you have everything you need to feel at home during your stay: SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS \- Bedroom 1: 1 queen bed \- Bedroom 2: 2 full beds INDOOR LIVING \- Smart TVs, board games \- Fast Internet \- Electric fireplace \- Walk-in shower OUTDOOR LIVING \- Front Porch with Bistro Set \- Back Porch with Lounge Chairs \- Paver Patio with Patio sets, outdoor dining, gas grill \- Tropical garden GENERAL \- Keyless entry, self check-in, free WiFi \- Washer & dryer, laundry detergent, iron/board, trash bags/paper towels \- Towels/linens, complimentary toiletries, hair dryer \- Central heating & A/C, ceiling fans PARKING \- Driveway (2 vehicles) ★ Kitchen \- Refrigerator, 4-burner range/oven, microwave, crock pot, dishwasher \- Drip coffee maker, electric kettle, toaster, blender \- Dishware, flatware & stemware, cooking basics \- Stainless steel appliances, granite countertops \- Basic kitchen essentials: salt, pepper, sugar, paper towels, trash bags, and dish soap. \- Kitchen peninsula for meal preparation or informal dining ★ Dining area The dining table by the fireplace sits four comfortably. ★ Living area Watch a movie on the large 65" Smart HDTV or play some boards games on the comfortable couch with friends and family. ★ Bedrooms Bedroom 1 is equipped with a high-quality queen-size Simmons Beautyrest® Select Hybrid bed. Bedroom 2 has two full beds, a ceiling fan and a 43" flat screen Smart HDTV. The double door closet space has hangers and provides plenty of storage. You will find extra towels and bedding there too. We put the best quality linens on the beds so you will be pampered and have a good night's sleep. ★ Bathroom The bathroom vanity has granite countertop and a large mirror. We provide basic toiletry products such as shampoo, conditioner, body soap, and toilet paper. You can find a hairdryer, a health scale, a first aid kit in the linen closet next to the bathroom. ★ Backyard The luscious backyard offers plenty of relaxation options. A four-burner gas grill is provided for barbecuing and meat smoking. ★ Laundry room Laundry supplies are provided for your convenience. It also dubs as a mini gym and an office, where you can find yoga mats, exercise balls, and free weights. We look forward to welcoming you to our home and making your stay in Sarasota a memorable one. If you have any questions or special requests, please don't hesitate to ask. We are always happy to help! ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair - Printer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 1 accessible parking space - No elevator (single-level property) - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the city center - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near the bay - Near the marina ### Things to do - Gym - Water sports equipment - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Parasailing nearby - Sailing nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### 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 - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,100 square feet ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18980000/18973600/18973572/w3959h2634x0y0-c92ae879.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming 2br/2ba beach getaway. 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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 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=27.355711,-82.548874&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:ix%7EeDlyyvN%40Q%3FO%3FQ%40Q%3FQ%40O%40Q%40Q%40Q%40OBS%40OBOBQBQBOBQDOBOBQDODQDMDQFMDQDMFOFOFOFOFMFMFOHMFMHMHMHMHMHMHKHMJKHKJMHKJKJKJIJKJKJILIJILIJILIJILGLGLILGLELGLGLGNELELENELENCLENELCNCLCNANCNALCNANANANAL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FL%3FN%3FN%40N%40N%40N%40LBN%40NBL%40NBNBLBNDLDNBLDNDLDLDNDLFLFLFLDLFLHLFLFJHLHJHLHJHJHLHJJJJJHJJHJJJJLHJJJHLHJHLHLHLHLHLFLHLFNFLFLFNFNFNDNFLDPFLDPDNDNBNDPBNDNBPBNBPBPBN%40NBR%40N%40P%40P%40P%40N%3FP%40P%3FP%3FN%40PAP%3FP%3FPAN%3FRANAPAPAPANCPAPCNCNCRCNCNEPCNEPCNENENENGNENGNENGNGNGLGNGLGLILGNILILIJILILILIJKLIJKJKJIJKLKHKJKHMJKHKHMHKHMHKFMFMHMFMFMFMFMFMDOFMDMDODMDOBMDOBMDO%40OBMBOBO%40MBO%3FOBO%40O%3FO%3FM%40O%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOAM%3FO%3FOAOCO%3FMCOAOCOCMCOAMEOCMEOCMEOEMEMEOGMEMGMGMGMGMGMGMIKGMIKIMIKIMIKKKIKKKIKMKKIKKKIKKMIKIMIMIMIKIMIMGMIOGMGMGOGMGOGOGOEOEOGOEOEOEOEOCQCOEQCOCOCSCOCOAQCQAOAQAQAQAO%3FSAO%3FQ%3FQAQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=89TjBXkT6kT40k1le1ZWYcnOMRk=) Sarasota, FL #### What's nearby - Ringling College of Art and Design - 4 min walk - 0.4 km - Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall - 3 min drive - 2.1 km - Marina Jack - 4 min drive - 3.1 km - John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art - 5 min drive - 4.1 km - Lido Beach - 10 min drive - 8.1 km #### Getting around - Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 6 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬17 min walk - ‪Sunoco - ‬3 min drive - ‪Origin Craft Beer & Pizza Cafe Rosemary - ‬3 min drive - ‪Kyuramen - ‬15 min walk - ‪Wicked Cantina Sarasota - ‬12 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Tropical Retreat w/ charming garden near downtown. pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Tropical Retreat w/ charming garden near downtown.? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Tropical Retreat w/ charming garden near downtown.? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Tropical Retreat w/ charming garden near downtown. located? > Located in Indian Beach Sapphire Shores, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Marietta Museum of Art and Whimsy and Ringling College of Art and Design. McCurdy's Comedy Theatre and Sarasota Jungle Gardens are also within 1 mi (2 km). ## Have a question? 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