Sand Dollar Cottage
Gulf Gate Pool Home with fenced back yard close to restaurants and shops
About
Sand Dollar cottage is the perfect place to relax after a day spent at the beach, exploring the local area of Siesta Key and Sarasota, or venturing further afield to the many desirable locations reachable from its ideal location of Gulf Gate village. If relaxing is not your vibe, the location of this property boasts the fact that you can walk to an array of nearby bars, cafes, restaurants, pizzerias and stores within a 5 minute walk... there aren’t many places in America where the use of a vehicle can be negated as it is here. Even Publix grocery store is only a 10 minute walk if you want to leave your car in the property’s garage. . This area of Gulf Gate is also known for great ethnic restaurants from Japanese, to Greek, to German, etc.
On those days you choose to unwind and relax, the pool, in the quiet surroundings the neighborhood offers, is the perfect place to do so. The property has a private swimming pool, patio surrounding the pool, BBQ grill all within the screened enclosure, ideal for those al fresco dinners. Sit back and relax with your favorite book (or cocktail using the complimentary set).The table provides an umbrella for shade. Should you need further space there is a gated yard just behind the pool area.
Sand Dollar Cottage is in an ideal location in the south end of Sarasota with the south bridge lending you access onto Siesta Key for those (local) beach days. Only 2 miles to Crescent beach, access 12 which offers the option of renting a bike or walking. Siesta key beach can be reached within a 10 minute drive and turtle beach in 13 minutes.
So, what are you waiting for? Grab the complimentary beach chairs and towels and relax by the crystal blue waters of the Gulf. Whether it’s a day of picking up seashells, throwing out a cast, swimming or building sand castles with the little ones! you'll find it here.
Property description:
Master: King bed with en-suite bath and walk-in shower
Guest: Queen bed
Guest 2: Twin
Also a queen futon in the den within the open plan living area which can be used.
The master bedroom has an ensuite with a long vanity, tiled shower room and his/her walk-in closets. Even the bathroom has a view to the pool area! The bedroom has a sliding door that you can open up during the day for ease of flow or keep the door and shades shut. Up to you. We show it open in the pictures and Matterport Video.
The guest bathroom has a new vanity and cabinet with a tub/shower.
The home comprises of a spacious open plan living area with a modern and updated kitchen. Whether you choose to sit at the breakfast bar with a coffee watching TV, gather the family around the 6 person dining table or have a more intimate dinner at the glass table in the bay window, there are many options here at Sand Dollar Cottage. On those days you wish to dine indoors, simply slide back the windows to the pool and listen to the birds/crickets (mosquito nets remain).
Appliances; dishwasher, electric stove and oven, toaster, kettle, coffee maker, sandwich maker, mixer and blender being amongst them. It is also fully stocked with all your crockery and utensil needs.
The kitchen and dining area provides full view of the pool area enabling you to put your mind at ease whilst little ones (or big ones) are playing.
The living room provides a cool and calm environment, housing a corner sofa to relax and unwind, as well as an armchair and accent chair. Should further seating be required then the futon is also accessible here. The large TV offers all streaming services and live TV. WiFi is included. There is plenty of room here for little ones to play and escape the midday heat. Also it’s a great place to socialize with family and friends.
Should you need to use it, there is a Laundry Room, offering you the ability to wash and dry your clothes.
Enjoy your private pool. There's a BBQ grill and other end has a round table with an umbrella for a bit of shade. Relax on the loungers!
NO SMOKING/VAPING inside the home. No smoking near any open doors or windows. Extra cleaning fee will be assessed if there's evidence of smoke inside the home or evidence of a dog w/o our knowledge.
All pets must be approved so reach out to us first. This property allows 1 dog. For approved pets, there is a nonrefundable pet fee. You must stay with your well-behaved friendly dog at all times and please pick up after your dog.
Zoning restricted area of 1 rental per month.
All pets must be approved so reach out to us first. This property allows 1 dog. For approved pets, there is an a nonrefundable pet fee of $300 plus taxes and processing fee for 1 pet. Make sure to pick up after your dog.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- All guests agree to the Sarasota Vacation Rental, LLC. Rental Agreement and this supercedes any other agreement. Credit card verification is required for last minute bookings. We are licensed under the Division of Hotels and you agree that breach of our rules may result in immediate eviction per FL DBRP.
- Registered Guests must be 25 or older. Bookings by guests under 25 years of age will be cancelled without refund. No business bookings or contractors without prior approval and additional deposit. Card holder must be the guest.
- If at any given time, the maximum occupancy is exceeded, the tenant will be in material breach of the lease and expedited eviction will apply in addition to a fine.
- Many complexes do not allow boats, motocycles, trailers, jet skis, kayaks, golf carts, trucks or monster trucks. It is your responsibility to ask prior to booking. A 17' pickup truck may count as oversized, so ASK FIRST. We cannot guarantee additional parking. If the unit says you get 1 space, you get 1 space.
- If the property says it is subject to HOA approval, there are additional restrictions. This is only applicable for longer stay properties of a month or more and the property description will say that an HOA application is required. Your booking is not complete until you return this form to us and you cannot be given access until you are approved. We do not control this process. Do not book a long term property for checkin shorter than the days the HOA notes they needed for approval or understand we may need to shift your days. Your rental is contingent on following HOA rules where applicable.
- Complexes have rules and the management of those complexes have the right to evict guests (under hotel rules) who do not follow their rules. Sarasota County and City Zoning requires outside quiet hours from 10PM until 8AM.
- AC is to be set no lower than 73 degrees.
- Renters are not authorized to make property repairs, 'improvements' or other property changes without written permission
- No Smoking Permitted. $500 fine. This includes vaping, cigarettes and other types of leaves.
- Pets are only allowed in pet friendly properties and is only for one dog. Dogs are only allowed with express written permission in advance and with a $300 non-refundable pet security deposit. Always ask first as there may be size/weight/breed limits. Aggressive breeds not allowed. Complaint(s) by neighbors of barking can result in eviction. Please pick up after your dog. If we have to remove dog poop from the yard, you will be charged both for professional removal plus $150. Some complexes do not allow emotional support animals. Per Florida law, a complex may restrict these for transient rentals. We are licensed to follow Florida Hotel rules not landlord/tenant rules. Ask before booking. A properly licensed service animal must always be allowed, however please note that a few of our owners are allergic to certain animals. Please communicate with us first if you have special requirements as we can direct you to a different property.
- There will be no refund for early departure unless authorities enact a mandatory hurricane evacuation for the location of your reserved property covering dates of your stay. Travel Insurance is recommended.
- Repairs, maintenance and renovations to buildings or other units are out of our control. These processes may involve noise and inconvenience during daylight hours. Refunds will not be made for noise and/or inconvenience caused by building repairs, maintenance and/or renovation work that we do not control.
- Things sometimes break. No refunds for appliance, electronic or pool issues. We will do our best to fix or replace as quickly as we can. If your pool heat isn't working and you paid separately for it, we will refund the pool heat, not your rent.
- Departure Instructions: Professional cleaners clean after your stay. You don’t need to make the beds or do laundry. Please do your own dishes, start the dishwasher & remove your food & trash.