Bike paths, community pool, huge park in the back, 15 mn to downtown and beach.
House • Sarasota FL United States
4 Guests
2 Bedrooms
2 Beds
2 Bathrooms
1 Car space
Primary home
Exchange types accepted
Simultaneous
Non-Simultaneous
Non-Reciprocal & Globe
Hospitality
Statistics
Listed May 2019
Views 2736
General overview
(House with cat) Escape to our serene haven nestled in a tranquil, canopied neighborhood, perfect for one or two couples seeking respite. Revel in the quietness and lush greenery of our community pool, offering an exclusive retreat. Convenience awaits with a short drive to Whole Foods and a sprawling mall just minutes away, easily accessible by bike through the adjacent park. Explore at your leisure, cycling through lush surroundings or going on scenic walks. Surrounding us are sprawling golf courses and pristine lakes, while a nature trail beckons just a short drive away. Venture downtown in just 15 minutes or unwind on the sands of Lido Beach in under 20. Unlock a world of exploration with our complimentary bikes and canoe, (for cars equipped with a roof rack). Discover a wealth of cultural delights, from the enchanting Dali Museum to the captivating Ringling Circus Museum and serene Selby Botanical Gardens. With nature parks aplenty, each offering its own enchanting trails, and canoe routes, the possibilities are endless.
The space
2 bedrooms, 2 baths, 1 garage, bamboo floors, no carpets, high ceilings, open concept kitchen, enclosed veranda in the back, small open garden. Very luminous.
Guest access
1 level home. Entrance from the front, or from the garage, also backdoor to the garden.
Notes
If you want to explore more you can drive 2-3 hours for a night or two and visit dozens of natural springs with manatees near Orlando, the Disney parks, Naples and Ft Myers (visit the Ford estate there!, Gainesville, etc. Two weeks at least would be necessary to get a feel of our area. Across to the east (3 hours) you can also visit Palm beach, St Augustine and the lighthouse, the space museum with NASA center etc
Features
Washer
Dishwasher
Clothes dryer
Oven
Microwave
Coffee machine
Fridge
Iron
Hair dryer
Heating
Air conditioning
TV
WiFi
High Speed Internet
Bathtub
First aid kit
Wheelchair accessible
Smoke alarms
Fire extinguisher
Bed sheets
Towels
Workspace
Fireplace
Home cinema
Toys
Gym
Sauna
BBQ
Pool
Hot tub
Balcony
Garden / yard
Deck / patio / courtyard / terrace
Covered porch / verandah
Kosher home
Meat-free kitchen
Gated community
EV Home Charger
Bikes
Camping gear
Kayak
Tennis court
Standup paddleboard
Travel Styles
Weekend
Budget
Family
Foodie
Relaxing
Eco
City
Beach
Hiking
Accessibility
Single level
Accessible shower
Handheld shower
Accessible parking space
House rules
Unsuitable for infants under 2
Suitable for children ages 2-12
Pets not allowed
No smoking
Allergens
Dog free
Carpet free
Smoke free
Fragrance free
Dates of Availability
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Neighbourhood
Nestled within the picturesque Meadows community, our abode offers an idyllic retreat surrounded by lush golf courses and a network of scenic walking and biking paths.
Conveniently located just 5 minutes from Highway 75, our haven provides effortless access to vibrant destinations like St. Petersburg, Tampa, Ft. Myers, and Naples, while Orlando's enchantment awaits a mere 2.5 hours away.
Embrace the tranquility of our backyard oasis, where our home adjoins the sprawling Benderson Park. with four miles of surrounding trails perfect for jogging, biking, fishing (with fresh water permit) or admiring water birds. . For the little ones, a medium sized play area will be found at the north west side of the park, along with a brand new aquarium (opens December 2024)
Getting to my home
Sarasota airport is 15 mn away, Tampa is 1 hour, Miami is 3.5 hours away. Orlando airport is 2.5 hours away.
Nearest airport
Sarasota
Getting around
A car is necessary. We can't lend our car as it's quite old and unreliable. You will have to rent one. Parking is easy in the garage or in the driveway.
Map of Approximate Location
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We were very fortunate to cat and plant sit for Sandrine. She explained the care instructions very clearly and also had a helpful guide with suggestions of things to do, including kids options knowing we have a young daughter. She went above and beyond, making sure we were comfortable. The house is in a lovely community with a pool walking distance which we used everday and never saw another person. The home was spacious, with a well-equipt kitchen and we especially loved the lanai for sitting out watching the squirrels and rabbits in the garden. We loved Sarasota with its many beaches ans hope to return!
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Lisa and family stayed at our home for 12 days. They actually cat sitted for us, it was not an exchange. Everything went smoothly as she was able to come ahead of time and have a tour of the house before we left. Communication was easy, constant and quick all along. When we came back she left the house as found and took good care of Charlotte and of the plants/garden, she even left a little gift! They are a very nice family and I would warmly recommend them to stay at your home.
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Sandrine
Hello future friends!
We like to be out and about as much as our vacation time permits because life is so short! I speak Spanish and my husband and I both Speak English and French. We like to hike, swim, try local food, visit old buildings, and secret places and meet nice people! Francis is a program manager for a medical company and I am an occasional French teacher. We're interested in swapping for Japan, Korea, New Zealand, Guadeloupe or Caribbean, Europe, Eastern Europe, Northern Europe, Dalmatian coast, South America (Costa Rica especially), Puerto Rico or Spain. Pretty open to other countries too, just ask. We'd prefer swaps for 2-3 weeks for now, and later when we retire, will be for longer, maybe 2-3 months even. We are also interested in weekend swaps in Miami or the east coast of Florida, Louisiana, Texas or Vancouver/Victoria. We are not interested in winter vacations in the snow for now and we prefer the lower seasons like spring and Fall.
We like to host for 2-3 days too as long as you allow us to stay at your home if we ever come your way!
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