Gorgeous Grove Contemporary Family Home
Grove Contemporary | Quiet Family Home | 15 Min to Siesta Key & Lido Beach | Sarasota
About
The owners renovated this home as their own family retreat, and they love sharing it with guests who appreciate it the same way. If you're a family looking for room to spread out, or a couple wanting a quiet Sarasota home base close to the beach and downtown, this is the place. Every booking is carefully reviewed and screened to ensure the home is enjoyed respectfully.
This is a fully renovated 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home in the quiet South Gate neighborhood of Sarasota. 2,600+ square feet with two living spaces, a screened patio with fire pit, and a garage game room with ping-pong. Siesta Key Beach and Lido Key Beach are both a 15 to 20-minute drive. Downtown Sarasota -- with some of the best restaurants, bars, and arts venues on Florida's Gulf Coast -- is 10 minutes away.
Sleeps 6:
- Primary bedroom: Queen bed, en-suite bathroom
- Guest bedroom 1: Two twin beds
- Guest bedroom 2: Two bunk beds (twin over twin)
- 2,600+ sq ft. Two living spaces. Driveway parking plus covered carport.
Kitchen, Living and Dining
- Fully renovated kitchen with stainless steel appliances.
- Dining table seats 6 indoors plus 3 more at the kitchen island.
- Two living spaces with large windows and Smart TV.
- Separate laundry room with washer and dryer.
Bathrooms
-Primary en-suite: Large walk-in shower with glass doors, double vanity
-Guest bathroom: Shower/tub combo, double vanity
-Half bath/powder room: Located next to laundry room
Note: There is a step down to enter the laundry room, primary bedroom, and kitchen area.
Outside
- Screened patio with fire pit, outdoor dining for 6, and lounge chairs. Large backyard.
- Driveway parking with carport.
- Garage game room with ping-pong table (not available for vehicle parking).
Ideal for:
- Families with kids who want space to spread out, a game room, outdoor fire pit, and easy access to Sarasota's beaches and downtown
- Couples looking for a quiet, renovated home base in a residential Sarasota neighborhood
- Longer-stay guests who want a full home experience -- real kitchen, laundry, multiple living spaces, and outdoor entertaining space
Extra Perks
- Beach chairs, umbrella, and beach towels provided
- Garage game room with ping-pong table
- Screened patio with fire pit
- Keyless self check-in
- Exterior security cameras (no cameras inside)
Good to Know
- This property is for families and couples only. No large parties, events, or corporate rentals of any kind.
- Every booking is carefully reviewed and screened
- No pets allowed without prior approval and additional pet fee
- No smoking or vaping on the property
- Primary guest must be 25 or older; bookings made by guests under 25 will be cancelled without refund
- Maximum occupancy: 6 guests
- Quiet hours apply; this is a residential neighborhood
- Step down to enter laundry room, primary bedroom, and kitchen area
- Garage is accessible for game room use only; not available for vehicle parking
- Driveway and carport parking available for guest vehicles
Location
- Grove Street, Sarasota, FL
- South Gate is a quiet, established residential neighborhood in Sarasota. Central location with easy access to the beaches and downtown without the traffic and congestion of the barrier islands.
Beaches:
- Siesta Key Beach: 15 to 20-minute drive
- Lido Key Beach: 15 to 20-minute drive
- Arlington Park (pool, tennis, recreation): 5-minute drive
Downtown Sarasota:
- Restaurants, bars, arts venues, and waterfront: 10-minute drive
- Sarasota Opera, Ringling Museum, Marie Selby Botanical Gardens: all within 15 minutes
- Sarasota Dining: 5-10 minutes to some of the top restaurants: Lucky 8, Southside Village, Tralia, Focaccia Sandwich and Bakery
FAQs
Who is this property for?
This home is exclusively for families and couples seeking a quiet, comfortable stay in Sarasota. It is not available for parties, events, large gatherings, or corporate rentals. All bookings are reviewed and screened before confirmation.
How many guests does it sleep?
Up to 6: a queen bed in the primary bedroom, two twin beds in guest bedroom 1, and bunk beds (twin over twin) in guest bedroom 2.
How far are the beaches?
Siesta Key Beach and Lido Key Beach are both approximately 15 to 20 minutes by car depending on traffic. Beach chairs, an umbrella, and beach towels are provided.
Is there parking?
Yes. Driveway parking plus a covered carport are available. The garage is accessible for the game room only and is not available for vehicle parking.
Are pets allowed?
Pets require prior approval and an additional pet fee. Please inquire before booking.
Is there outdoor space?
Yes. A screened patio with a fire pit, outdoor dining for 6, and lounge chairs. Large backyard with plenty of space for kids.
Is there a game room?
Yes. The garage includes a ping-pong table available for guest use.
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 without refund.
What is downtown Sarasota like?
Downtown Sarasota is about 10 minutes away and offers some of the best dining, bars, arts, and waterfront entertainment on Florida's Gulf Coast. Three Sarasota restaurants were recently recognized in the Michelin Guide: Lucky 8 (Bib Gourmand) in Southside Village, Tralia in Gulf Gate, and Focaccia Sandwich and Bakery on Bee Ridge Road -- all within 10 to 15 minutes of the property.
Is this a good property for families with kids?
Yes. The bunk bed room, twin bedroom, game room with ping-pong, screened patio with fire pit, and spacious layout make it well-suited for families. The quiet residential neighborhood and easy access to both beaches and downtown Sarasota are consistent highlights.
All pets must be approved so reach out to us first. Certain properties have weight and breed restrictions. For approved pets, there is an a nonrefundable pet fee of $300 plus taxes and processing fee per pet. Make sure to pick up after your dogs.
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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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.
- 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.