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Come live the simple life: Close to Siesta, Relaxing with sunroom, patio.

Vacation home near Siesta Key Beach in Sarasota

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Interior
Interior
Outdoor dining
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Combined shower/tub, hair dryer, towels, soap

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4137 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Sarasota, FL
  • Place, Gulf Gate Golf Club
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Nontando
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Gulf Gate Mall
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

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About the area

Sarasota

Seaside stay .With a stay at this Gulf Gate Estates vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Gulf Gate Golf Club and 2 miles (3 km) of Gulf Gate Mall. Siesta Key Beach and Sarasota Memorial Health Care System are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Gulf Gate Golf Club - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Nontando - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Gulf Gate Mall - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Bowlero Gulf Gate - 4 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Lido Beach - 30 min drive - 19.0 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lovely Square - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Gateway Live - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Moondoggy’s Saloon - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Gulf Gate Food + Beer - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Taste of Hong Kong - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Come live the simple life: Close to Siesta, Relaxing with sunroom, patio.

Come live the simple life:
Not quite two miles from the Best Beach in the World, this lovely little home boasts an open floor plan with kitchen and dining area combined with a family room for easy and spacious living.
The 1140 square foot living space was built in 1963 in one of Sarasota's most convenient neighborhoods, Gulf Gate. The master bedroom features a queen size bed, dual night stands, dresser and Smart TV. The second bedroom offers one twin and one full bed. A shared bath features a frolicking beach theme with a tub/shower combo. The second bathroom offers a stall shower and new washer and dryer. A new dishwasher, coffee maker, waffle maker and stainless kettle round out the well appointed kitchen.
The paver patio out back is framed with Areca and Adonidia palms and offers time in the sun or tend to your BBQ on the gas grill. Dine out on the patio table and enjoy the breezes through the privacy palms.
A single car port provides shelter for your vehicle.
Walk or enjoy the beach cruisers into the Gulf Gate area restaurants, bars and shops, and continue on another easy mile to Siesta Key over the South Bridge. A quiet, tucked away residential neighborhood that is amazingly close to the best that Sarasota has to offer. Discounts available for 30 day plus bookings.
This home is set up exclusively for VRBO. You will not be tangling yourself up in any one else's possessions. We've all been there, and it can be a little weird. The Half Moon House is a simple solution to your Sarasota holiday needs and operated with your comfort and convenience as our first priority.
Please note!!! If you would like to reserve the Half Moon House for longer than 4 weeks, please send us an inquiry first. VRBO does not allow for a maximum booking feature, but we need to communicate with you prior to booking extended stays. Thank you!!!
While our home is clean, convenient and safe, please not that it is an older home. We always price fairly to reflect. Please see our nearly perfect five star reviews!

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,470 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Come live the simple life: Close to Siesta, Relaxing with sunroom, patio. to the airport?

This vacation home is 11.2 mi (23-min drive) away from the Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Come live the simple life: Close to Siesta, Relaxing with sunroom, patio. have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Come live the simple life: Close to Siesta, Relaxing with sunroom, patio. to the beach?

This vacation home is 2.5 mi (5-min drive) from Siesta Key Beach and 11.2 mi (37-min drive) from Lido Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Come live the simple life: Close to Siesta, Relaxing with sunroom, patio. offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Come live the simple life: Close to Siesta, Relaxing with sunroom, patio. ?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Come live the simple life: Close to Siesta, Relaxing with sunroom, patio. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Come live the simple life: Close to Siesta, Relaxing with sunroom, patio. ?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Come live the simple life: Close to Siesta, Relaxing with sunroom, patio. have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Come live the simple life: Close to Siesta, Relaxing with sunroom, patio. have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Come live the simple life: Close to Siesta, Relaxing with sunroom, patio. to downtown Sarasota?

This vacation home is 5.6 mi away from Sarasota.

Come live the simple life: Close to Siesta, Relaxing with sunroom, patio. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 66 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 66 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 66 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 66 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 66 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy check in and out. Convenient location in quiet neighborhood. Clean upon arrival and comfortable beds.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fred

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great host, lovely comfortable home. I will stay here again if available next time I am in Sarasota. Also, a great location in a great neighborhood....just plain GREAT!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and great host. Super accommodating to what we needed. Spacious for our group of 4 adults. Quiet and well established neighborhood close to many things, such as Siesta Key and Detweiler’s Market. Beach towels, chairs, umbrella and cooler available for our use. Nice outdoor seating area and BBQ. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was emaculate and the host was extremely accomodatining. Also the location is perfect. Walking distance to many restaurants and 5 minutes to Siesta Key beaches. I will definitely recommend this property to family and friends.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vicki F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property

Clean, accommodating. A wonderful experience.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome place !

We had a great stay at the Half Moon house. It was super clean had everything we needed and it was within walking distance to delicious restaurants.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kellie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great all around!!

Clean… decorated very nice.. all the amenities you needed!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family visit

Very comfortable, clean, and well equipped. We enjoyed the front porch and back patio area.Good area to walk in. Felt very safe. Would stay there again. The host was very accommodating and quick to respond to any questions or concerns.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great vacation home

Ideal location for exploring beaches and other Sarasota attractions. House was well equipped, and Rick was super responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vicki P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little house.

Local was great, close to beach, restaurants and everything Sarasota. House was very clean and had everything needed, especially towels. Less than a 10 minute drive to Siesta Keys beach, 20 minutes to downtown area. Having 2 bathrooms for this size house was definitely a big plus.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pauline G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Half Moon VRBO

This property is great! Great location and close to restaurants. The property had everything we needed plus. I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice rental

The unit is very nicely furnished. The location is great and the neighborhood is beautiful. All necessary shopping is close.
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent amenities and great owner

My family enjoyed the location, the neighborhood, and the bicycles for riding thru the nice town. Place has everything you need for an enjoyable stay and Rick (owner) very responsive. My family has already decided we want to come back again next year.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

House was as expected

We enjoyed our stay over Christmas. The house was clean and comfy. Location was very convenient for us. Rick was flexible with check in and out times, which we appreciated.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randy Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Half Moon review

We very much enjoyed our stay at Half Moon. We were here for the month of February. The neighborhood is a quiet, well kept area. It is easy access to restaurants, stores, and Siesta Key. Half Moon has everything you need to enjoy your stay. This is the most well stocked place we have stayed at in Sarasota. Rick is a very responsive host.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very comfortable and quiet

Rick was extremely accommodating and always available for issues or questions. The house was clean and comfortable. The neighborhood is quiet and very well kept. I would stay there again.
Stayed 16 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roger W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sarasota Hideaway

Nice place. As advertised. Out of the way, quiet neighborhood but close enough to beaches, restaurants etc. Host was great with communication.
Stayed 15 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place in Gulf Gate

My family and I stayed 3 nights at Rick’s place. It was clean, comfortable, and close to Siesta Key. Rick provided great instructions and check in was easy. The house was filled with supplies to take care of all our needs. We had a great experience and would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clifton R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great home away from home!

Great home in a quiet neighborhood. Close to shopping, restaurants, and beach. Host was very responsive before and during check-in, when the coffee pot leaked he delivered a new one that day. The house was very clean and the kitchen well equipped to prepare all of our meals (including a gas grill).
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Travis B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everything that we needed

We had a wonderful stay at the Half Moon. Rick was a great host and the house had everything that we needed and then some. The house was close to the beach and located in a nice quiet neighborhood. Thanks again Rick.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanne H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

great location

The cozy home has everything you need for a great time at the beach. The bikes were a blast, you can ride around the very peaceful neighborhoods, or to the beach. The management made sure everything was prepared and available to answer any questions. Great restaurants nearby. My husband and I will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What a great little get away!

We had a wonderful stay at this beach-themed home! The property was impeccably clean, and the decor truly created a relaxing, coastal atmosphere. The location was perfect for us, just a short distance from our daughter, who had just welcomed her second baby. It made visiting so easy and convenient. The home had everything we needed for a comfortable stay, and we felt right at home. Highly recommend this lovely spot for anyone looking for a peaceful, well-located getaway. The Host has every intention of making your stay a great experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deanne O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

half moon house

Half Moon house was a great place to serve as our home base while in Sarasota. Great floor plan for relaxing with our friends. Rick was a great host, responded right away with anything we threw his way.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kathy w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing month

The Halfmoon house was one of the best places we have stayed at. Gulf gate is a wonderful area with great neighborhood and lots of restaurants and shops so close by. The house was so nicely decorated and everything we needed to plus lots of extras. We really enjoyed the backyard with so much privacy. Can't say enough nice things about our landlord who let us check in early. Don't hesitate to book this home for a great vacation. Also very close to beaches and a great farmer's market!
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay at Half Moon House!

We had such a great time in the Sarasota area staying at The Half Moon House. It was exactly as depicted in the listing and all the other reviews were accurate. This house was as clean as could be, had everything you could possibly need for your beach vacation, was in a nice neighborhood, close to Publix and 10 minutes from the beach. Oh, and the price was reasonable for what you get. Rick was very responsive. Hope to stay here again sometime soon!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021