Escape to your own private luxury retreat. Newly renovated and impeccably curated, this elegant villa showcases contemporary art, refined coastal design, and lush tropical surroundings.

Guest house near John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art in Sarasota

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Marina
Beach
Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, oven
Interior
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel crib, WiFi (free)

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Sarasota, FL
  • Place, Tarpon Bay Grill and Tiki Bar
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, St. Armands Circle
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Place, Lido Beach
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

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About the area

Sarasota

Seaside stay .Your stay at this Whitfield Estates guesthouse places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Sarasota International Convention Center and University of South Florida Sarasota. New College of Florida and Powel Crosley Estate are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Tarpon Bay Grill and Tiki Bar - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art - 8 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Mall at University Town Center - 19 min drive - 15.4 km
  • St. Armands Circle - 23 min drive - 16.7 km
  • Lido Beach - 24 min drive - 17.7 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪RaceTrac - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Eleni's Pizza Works - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Anna Maria Oyster Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tarpon Bay Grill & Tiki Bar - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Escape to your own private luxury retreat. Newly renovated and impeccably curated, this elegant villa showcases contemporary art, refined coastal design, and lush tropical surroundings.

Vacation begins the moment you arrive. Bright, spacious, beautifully designed, and impeccably clean, this 714-square-foot guesthouse was created to exude a sense of peacefulness. Floor-to-ceiling natural light pours through the space, highlighting tropical greenery and creating a serene indoor-outdoor feel. The open-concept living area welcomes you with an oversized deep-seated sectional, designer furnishings, and a large smart TV equipped with popular streaming services. Whether you're gathering for movie night or enjoying a quiet evening in, you'll find everything needed to unwind—including a collection of board games for guests of all ages.

A Kitchen Designed for Every Stay
The fully equipped kitchen features high-quality appliances, ample counter space, and everything needed to prepare anything from gourmet meals to quick pack & grab beach-day snacks.

Start your morning with your choice of:
* Keurig coffee maker
* French press
* Espresso machine for café-quality cappuccinos and lattes
* Assorted teas and coffee selections

Sleep in Luxury
After a day of sun and adventure, retreat to the tranquil bedroom featuring a premium king-size mattress dressed in luxury linens designed for restorative sleep.
Additional guests can enjoy the comfortable king-size sleeper sofa in the living room.
* The space comfortably sleeps up to 4 adults
* Pack 'n Play available upon request
* Additional twin mattress available upon request

Art Meets Hospitality
One of the home's most distinctive features is its evolving seasonal collection of contemporary fine art. Guests enjoy a gallery-like experience throughout the space, showcasing exclusive works from artists around the world. As Sarasota continues to grow as a destination for arts and culture, this unique feature adds an inspiring dimension to every stay.

Explore Sarasota
Step outside and connect directly to nearby walking, running, and biking paths. The property is centrally located near Sarasota's most beloved attractions, museums, galleries, festivals, and outdoor destinations. A personalized guidebook is provided to help you discover local favorites and current events during your visit.

Nearby Beaches
* 8-minute bike ride to Sarasota Bay waterfront
* 15 minutes to Lido Key Beach
* 28 minutes to Siesta Key Beach
* 30 minutes to Longboat Key Beach
* 35 minutes to Anna Maria Island

Complimentary Beach Essentials
Everything you need for a perfect beach day:
* Beach towels
* Beach chairs
* Umbrella
* Cooler packs
* Mesh beach tote

Guest access
Guests enjoy completely private access to the attached guesthouse, including:
* Full kitchen
* Living room with king sleeper sofa
* Dining area
* Full bathroom
* Private bedroom with king bed
* Patio with bistro set

The guesthouse has its own private entrance through the screened patio doors.

Bike rentals are available upon request prior to arrival and subject to availability.

Other things to note
This property is currently offered at introductory pricing while we continue to enhance the guest experience with exciting upgrades and improvements throughout the property.

House rules:
1. Remove shoes upon entry.
2. No smoking, no vaping, no pets.
3. Only guests on the reservation are permitted to sleep overnight.
4. Turn the thermostat off when leaving for the entire day.
5. No loud noises before 8 am or after 10 pm.
6. Run the dishwasher the night before checking out.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Things to do

  • Games
  • Playground

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Office
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20. 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 Escape to your own private luxury retreat. Newly renovated and impeccably curated, this elegant villa showcases contemporary art, refined coastal design, and lush tropical surroundings. to the airport?

This guesthouse is 4.6 mi (11-min drive) away from the Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Escape to your own private luxury retreat. Newly renovated and impeccably curated, this elegant villa showcases contemporary art, refined coastal design, and lush tropical surroundings. have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this guesthouse.

How close is Escape to your own private luxury retreat. Newly renovated and impeccably curated, this elegant villa showcases contemporary art, refined coastal design, and lush tropical surroundings. to the beach?

This guesthouse is 10.2 mi (26-min drive) from Lido Beach and 13 mi (22-min drive) from Siesta Key Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Escape to your own private luxury retreat. Newly renovated and impeccably curated, this elegant villa showcases contemporary art, refined coastal design, and lush tropical surroundings. offer free breakfast?

This guesthouse does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Escape to your own private luxury retreat. Newly renovated and impeccably curated, this elegant villa showcases contemporary art, refined coastal design, and lush tropical surroundings.?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at Escape to your own private luxury retreat. Newly renovated and impeccably curated, this elegant villa showcases contemporary art, refined coastal design, and lush tropical surroundings.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Escape to your own private luxury retreat. Newly renovated and impeccably curated, this elegant villa showcases contemporary art, refined coastal design, and lush tropical surroundings.?

Free parking is not available at this guesthouse.

Does Escape to your own private luxury retreat. Newly renovated and impeccably curated, this elegant villa showcases contemporary art, refined coastal design, and lush tropical surroundings. have a pool?

This guesthouse does not have a pool.

Does Escape to your own private luxury retreat. Newly renovated and impeccably curated, this elegant villa showcases contemporary art, refined coastal design, and lush tropical surroundings. have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is Escape to your own private luxury retreat. Newly renovated and impeccably curated, this elegant villa showcases contemporary art, refined coastal design, and lush tropical surroundings. to downtown Sarasota?

This guesthouse is 5.9 mi away from Sarasota.

Escape to your own private luxury retreat. Newly renovated and impeccably curated, this elegant villa showcases contemporary art, refined coastal design, and lush tropical surroundings. Reviews

Reviews

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Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Lindsay G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Very clean and plenty of room for multiple guests. Bedding was very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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2/10 Terrible

annamarie d.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Not only was the property double booked and we were not the priority, but the communication with the host was 100% lacking. When I did speak to a gentleman he told me that I needed to initiate the cancellation because they couldn't do it which was untrue. The cancellation was not my fault and I was not paying the 30% cancellation fee which is what he wanted me to do that is not acceptable. In the listing it said that they were minutes from the beach. That's 45 minutes. They also showed that they were close to or indicated that they were close to siesta Key which is more than 45 minutes. And only after 4 days passed the 3-day weekend. Did the host get back to me? Apologizing. If it weren't for the kindness of another host, we would have had to turn around and drive home. And well quite honestly that would have broken our hearts. We had been looking forward to this for a very long time. The host wanted to blame the app for the issue. I'm sorry but I don't believe that so these are my feelings and my words. If you choose to take a risk, that's what it would be.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026