Coastal Breeze Siesta (C) - Manatee
Manatee at Coastal Breeze | Waterfront | Dock & Fishing | Turtle Beach | Siesta Key
About
Sit on the sofa with your morning coffee and watch the sunrise over Little Sarasota Bay. Spot an osprey diving from the dock. Grab the fishing poles and walk out the back door. Later, paddle a kayak to where the bay meets the Gulf at Turtle Beach in minutes. When you're hungry, Ophelia's on the Bay is two doors away. This is the quiet south end of Siesta Key -- tucked back from the busier resort areas, but still close to everything.
Manatee at Coastal Breeze is a ground-floor bay-facing unit in a small waterfront 4-plex on Little Sarasota Bay. One of the most affordable waterfront stays on Siesta Key, and one of the most peaceful.
Sleeps 4:
-Bedroom: Queen bed, Smart TV, partial bay views
-Living room: Queen sleeper sofa, Smart TV, sliding glass doors directly to the bay
635 sq ft. Ground-floor unit with direct patio access.
Kitchen, Living and Dining
- Kitchenette with oven, stovetop, microwave, refrigerator, coffee maker, blender, and all the cookware and dishes you need (no dishwasher).
- Dining table seats 4 with bay views. Living room opens directly to the shared waterfront patio through sliding glass doors.
Bathroom
- Tub/shower combo, stone vanity.
Outdoor and Shared Spaces
- The back of the property is the heart of Coastal Breeze. A paved waterfront patio with outdoor dining, loungers, and a BBQ grill looks out at Little Sarasota Bay and the Jim Neville Marine Preserve.
- A shared dock extends over the water -- past guests have fished off it, tied up powerboats, and launched kayaks for bay paddles.
- Fishing poles provided.
- Shared washer and dryer on the first floor.
Wildlife you might spot from the patio or dock: manatees, dolphins, osprey, pelicans, and a variety of shorebirds. The bay location and quiet street make sightings genuinely common.
Free Daily Activities and Airport Transportation
- Every day of your stay includes a free activity (bike rental, kayak, dolphin cruise, or Ringling Museum admission) plus round-trip airport transportation for up to 3 guests from SRQ or TPA. See details below.
Ideal for:
- Couples looking for a quiet, affordable Siesta Key escape with real waterfront access and bay views
- Fishing and boating enthusiasts who want dock access and calm bay water steps from the door
- Kayakers and paddleboarders -- the bay is flat and calm, and Turtle Beach is reachable by paddle in minutes
- Guests who want the peaceful south end of Siesta Key with trolley access to the main beach and village when they want it
Extra Perks
- Beach cart, chairs, and towels provided
- Fishing poles provided
- Shared dock with boat tie-up available (please inquire with us first)
- Shared washer and dryer on property at no charge
- Keyless coded entry
Good to Know
- No pets allowed
- No smoking or vaping
- Primary guest must be 25 or older; bookings made by guests under 25 will be cancelled
- No parties or large gatherings
- Maximum occupancy: 4 guests
- One designated parking space per unit (regular-sized vehicle only, no trailers)
- Shared laundry room on the first floor near Unit A
- AC available; set no lower than 73 degrees
- Unit C (Manatee) can be combined with Unit A (Dolphin) for a two-bedroom setup -- inquire before booking
- Xplorie activities and airport transportation not available for stays of 25 nights or longer
Location
- 9119 Midnight Pass Road, Siesta Key, FL 34242
- On the Jim Neville Marine Preserve at Little Sarasota Bay. Quiet dead-end street with almost no through traffic. Tucked away from the busier north end of Siesta Key but easy to reach everything when you want it.
Walking distance:
- Turtle Beach: 0.5 miles, 10-minute walk (also reachable by kayak or SUP in minutes via the bay)
- Ophelia's on the Bay: 2 doors away, fine dining on the water
- Turtle Beach Grill and Turtles Cafe: short walk, casual dining
- Fresh Catch Fish Market: nearby, recommended by past guests
Free Siesta Key Breeze Trolley:
- Stop within 3 minutes walking distance
- Connects to Siesta Key Village, Siesta Key Beach (the main public beach), and the rest of the island
Short drive:
- Marina with boat and kayak rentals: nearby
- Downtown Sarasota: less than 10 miles
FAQs
Is this unit on the water?
Yes. Manatee is a ground-floor bay-facing unit on Little Sarasota Bay. The living room has sliding glass doors that open directly to the shared waterfront patio. Past guests consistently mention waking up to bay views and wildlife from the sofa.
How far is the beach?
Turtle Beach is a 10-minute walk down a quiet dead-end street. You can also paddle there by kayak or SUP via the bay in just a few minutes. For the main Siesta Key public beach, the free Siesta Key Breeze Trolley stops within 3 minutes walking distance.
Is there a dock?
Yes. A shared dock extends over the bay and is available to all guests on a first come, first served basis. Fishing poles are provided. Past guests have fished, launched kayaks, and tied up powerboats. Inquire in advance for boat tie-up details.
How many guests does it sleep?
Up to 4: a queen bed in the bedroom and a queen sleeper sofa in the living room.
Is there parking?
One designated space per unit for a regular-sized vehicle. No trailers.
Is there laundry?
Yes. A shared washer and dryer are on the first floor at no extra charge.
Are pets allowed?
No.
Is there a minimum age to book?
Yes. The primary guest must be 25 or older. Bookings made by guests under 25 will be cancelled.
Can I combine this unit with another?
Yes. Unit C (Manatee) can be connected with Unit A (Dolphin) for a two-bedroom setup. Inquire before booking.
What wildlife might I see?
Past guests have spotted manatees, dolphins, osprey, pelicans, and a variety of shorebirds from the patio and dock. The Jim Neville Marine Preserve location and quiet street make sightings common, especially in the early morning.
Does this property include free activities and airport t
Xplorie Activities and Airport Transportation
-One complimentary activity per day: bike rental, kayak rental, dolphin cruise tour, or Ringling Museum admission
-Limited to one person per day; additional guests can join for a fee
-Round-trip airport transportation included for up to 3 passengers from SRQ or TPA with advance reservation (driver tip appreciated)
-Activities subject to availability and change; non-cumulative and non-transferable
-Not available for stays of 25 nights or longer
IMPORTANT: The min age to rent is 25 years old. No parties, large gatherings. Please reach out if you have any questions.
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- 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.
- Properties that have private pools and heating is an option, there is a pool heat charge that ranges from $100-$150 per week plus processing and taxes.
- Dogs are not allowed in the pool.
- 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.
- Early check ins may be available at an extra fee.They are typically $50-$75 plus taxes. Please reach out to us for more information.