Places to stay near Marie Selby Botanical Gardens

SUPER CLEAN 100% Private Downtown Location

A very private, quiet and secure space with a new comfortable Queen size bed, best of linens, 100% private attached bathroom and shower. Walk to downtown, waterfront and Payne Park. Complimentary bicycles, beach cooler, beach towels and umbrella! 100 Meg WiFi, large desk, LED TV. Delightful husband/wife "Superhosts" tend to your every need including complimentary bottled water, Starbucks coffee and Bigelow tea. We utilize the Airbnb and State of Florida anti-bacterial cleaning protocols.

Downtown Garden Studio close to everything

Welcome to my brand new guest house! The original building has been rebuilt and completed in December 2024 to offer a more comfortable experience for my guests. Peaceful and centrally located, ideal for relaxation and easy access to explore historic Sarasota and the beaches. A quick drive, bike or a short walk to downtown Sarasota, Selby Botanical Garden and Pineapple Street antique shops. 1.5 miles to Sarasota Bay. 3.5 miles to St Armands Circle and Lido Beach. 6.5 miles to Siesta Key.

Quick and Easy Walk Downtown - Tons of Amenities

Are you coming to Sarasota on vacation or perhaps considering moving here? If yes, then the Carriage House is the perfect place to use as a base camp while you explore the area and experience the best Sarasota has to offer. Quick and easy walk to dozens of casual restaurants, cool bars and unique shops. 5 minutes to Selby Gardens. 10 minutes to the Sarasota Bayfront. Main street is half a mile away. We provide tons of amenities including bikes, kayaks, beach chairs and umbrella.

Perfect Florida location: Craftsman Carriage House

Beautiful, recently built accessory dwelling in downtown Sarasota designed to match and complement our historic 1920s bungalow main house, which can be booked separately on AirBnB. The 1BR/1BA carriage house apartment has all modern amenities, with a dedicated garage parking spot and a lovely outdoor porch. The carriage house features Craftsman-style details and is available for short- or long-term stays. Locally-based property management team on-call to ensure a pleasant stay.

*Downtown home 10min. drive to beach; walk DT*

In the heart of Gillespie Park, this bright & spacious home is a 10 min. drive to Lido Beaches and within walking distance to downtown shops, grocery, farmer's market, opera house, restaurants, bars, live music, tennis, parks, antique shops and performing arts. Old Florida bungalow on the outside, inside, it's updated with new appliances and bathrooms. A banyan tree offers private, shady repose on the back deck w/grill and dining area. Message me for room availability.

Hip Walkable District Water & Performance Theaters

The Burns Square Historic Boutique Hotel building (with 8 vacation rentals) was built in 1950. Clean character & ambiance, free trolleys to Siesta & Lido Beaches. Walking distance to Whole Foods, restaurants, shopping, performance & movie theaters,Opera, nightlife, boat/water activity/rentals, parks, spas, public transport, & close to airport. Great for couples, solo adventurers, and business travelers. Lots of regulars who come back time and time again.

City Garden Cottage

City Garden Cottage is a cozy and comfortable cottage located in the quiet Laurel Park neighborhood in Sarasota, only a few blocks from downtown. The studio is surrounded by lush gardens and trees. Inside you will find a kitchenette, equipped with a coffee maker, toaster, refrigerator, and hot plate. The studio also has a flat-screen TV, a queen bed & private bathroom. There is also shared use a gas grill and fire pit included with the rental.

Maggie's Hideaway

This adorable little bungalow is hidden away in one of Downtown Sarasota's oldest historical neighborhoods and only a couple miles from Sarasota Bay and surrounding beaches. Beautiful Lido Beach is only five miles west, Siesta Key is seven miles southwest, with Benderson Park being only seven miles east. Fabulous shopping and world class dining is plentiful in this downtown community. There is plenty to see and do in Sarasota - Come see us!

Studio Minutes to Siesta key, Lido Key, and SMH!

Enjoy sunny Sarasota, FL in our studio apartment. Located between Siesta Key and Lido Key. You can walk to Southside Village, Sarasota Memorial Hospital (SMH) and Arlington Park. Enjoy the beautiful neighborhood and easy access to Legacy Trail. Approximate driving times to popular local destinations: Siesta Key - 10 minutes Lido Key - 14 minutes SRQ airport - 15 minutes St Armands - 10 minutes Downtown - 7 minutes