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Sara Bay Base Camp: Private Tropical Oasis, Pool, Golf, Bocce, Firepit, PETS

Vacation home in Sarasota with jetted bathtub

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Outdoor dining
5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Private kitchen
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

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5 bedrooms4 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Golf view

Explore the area

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Sarasota, FL
  • Place, Sarasota International Convention Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, University of South Florida Sarasota
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, New College of Florida
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪7 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Sarasota

Located in Whitfield Estates, this vacation home is within a few miles (5 km) of sights such as Sarasota International Convention Center and University of South Florida Sarasota. The vacation home includes conveniences like a jetted tub.

What's nearby

  • Sarasota International Convention Center - 3 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • University of South Florida Sarasota - 5 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • New College of Florida - 5 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Powel Crosley Estate - 5 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Sarasota Classic Car Museum - 6 min drive - 4.1 miles

Getting around

  • Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪RaceTrac - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Anna Maria Oyster Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Havana - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Manna Tea & Kava Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬3 min drive

About this property

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

Sara Bay Base Camp: Private Tropical Oasis, Pool, Golf, Bocce, Firepit, PETS

🌴Sara Bay Base Camp🌴 is a MUST-VISIT private resort property for those who love coastal life with 5-⭐️ amenities - we’re 🐶-friendly too! It's centrally-located & just minutes to Sarasota/Bradenton destinations, including world-renowned beaches/islands, unique state parks/nature preserves, IMG Academy, SRQ ✈️, & others! It's a destination to itself situated on historic Sara Bay Country Club & features prime 🏌🏼‍♂️-watching & stunning sunset views while lounging & enjoying top-notch amenities!

🌴SBBC🌴 is truly an experience - a private, tropical, resort spread that is perfect for all families & groups of friends! In particular, it's well suited for large multi-generational families or any groups that want to be both close to everything the area has to offer while also having a fun, chill, & luxe vibe at their "home away from home." The completely remodeled property features 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, comfortably sleeps/entertains up to 16, accessible-friendly for all, & is absolutely LOADED with fun amenities, features, & games for everyone - even for your 4-legged tail-wagger!

🛏️BEDROOMS:
There are 5 updated & locally-themed bedrooms that are all beautifully decorated & furnished - perfect for setting the coastal mood & providing a refreshing night's sleep or nap during the day.

🦩Bedroom 1 (Siesta Key Bedroom) - 1 King (Master Suite)
🦩Bedroom 2 (Anna Maria Bedroom) - 1 King (Master Suite)
🦩Bedroom 3 (Robinson Bedroom) - 2 Queens
🦩Bedroom 4 (Myakka Bedroom) - 2 Twins-Over-Fulls (Bunks)
🦩Bedroom 5 (Lido Key Bedroom) - 1 King

🛁BATHROOMS:
There are 3.5 remodeled & upscale bathrooms that are all meticulously decorated, furnished, & maintained - each has a fun tropical vibe & is well-stocked with essentials & fresh linens.

🦩3 Remodeled & Upscale Full Bathrooms
🦩1 Remodeled & Upscale Half Bathroom

🛋️LIVING & THEME ROOMS:
The house has 3 (yes 3!) spacious, relaxing, & vibrant living & theme rooms - each has been purposefully designed for all of your lounging & entertainment desires!

🦩Fireplace Living Room - West Indies Vibe, Wood-Burning Fireplace, 65" Smart TV, Board Games
🦩Movie Living Room - Movie Theatre Inspired, Large Sectional, 85" Smart TV
🦩Billiards Play Room - Billiards Table + Accessories, Sara Bay Base Camp Neon (LED) Sign

👨‍🍳KITCHEN & DINING ROOMS:
The FULLY-stocked kitchen infused with a tropical palette, lively atmosphere, all stainless appliances, & massive island with 4 counter stools opens-out to the oversized dining room, which boasts a rustic oak-finished dining table (seating for 14) & custom-designed coastal-themed rope chandelier with pineapple-inspired lights - these open & spacious rooms are idyllic for any large groups gathering for meals, playing the many card & board games that are provided, or simply relaxing & enjoying each other's company!

☕️UPSTAIRS LANDING KITCHENETTE:
The upstairs landing kitchenette is a super convenient area that's perfect for those guests who want to grab a quick coffee, drink, or snack without having to trek downstairs to the kitchen - equipped with mini-fridge, microwave, Keurig coffee maker, electric kettle, popcorn setup, tableware, & festive smart lighting!

👶🏻KID'S NOOK FUN ROOM:
Another unique feature of SBBC is we have an awesome kid's nook fun room under the stairs that designed specifically with the younger kids in mind - includes children's books, various toy & beach gear, & an out-of-this-world star projector!

🧺GARAGE LAUNDRY ROOM:
The garage laundry room features brand new, state-of-the-art, mega capacity LG washer & dryer, perfect for large families & groups; the complimentary Tommy Bahama beach gear (chairs, wagon, cooler, & towels) are stored as well.

🌴OUTDOOR SPACES & EXPERIENCES:
The outdoor spaces & experiences are truly what make SBBC its own destination - truly unique, tropical, uber fun, & something for everyone!

🦩Tropical oasis area & heated pool - includes pool loungers, Polywood lounge chairs, cabana tables + umbrellas, pool fountain, towel drying rack, & lush tropical landscaping
🦩Pool lanai outdoor living area - includes smart TV, outdoor living set, outdoor dining set, fun smart curtain/wall lighting, various fans, & tons of outdoor + pool accessories
🦩Upstairs screened-in porch outdoor living area - complete with multiple wicker rocking-chair sets & outdoor couch
🦩Mini-Golf putting green - there are 4 amazing holes, flagpoles, & various accessories, including light-up holes & golf balls for night play; feel free to bring your own putting clubs too!
🦩Bocce & Cornhole court - both ends of the court also have chill lounging areas for adoring fans, complete with Adirondack chairs & cabana cooler tables
🦩Firepit & grill area - includes 8 colorful Polywood Adirondack chairs encircling a massive firepit bowl for perfect evening cocktail sessions with flare🔥; there’s also a Weber grill for BBQ & cookouts
🦩Southern swing area - offers more chill seating with views to all the outdoor amenities & spaces
🦩Picnic table area - provides the perfect sit-down area for enjoying your BBQ & grilled meals; includes a cabana umbrella for shade & amazing golf course + sunset views
🦩Tree swing area - kids & adults alike love a fun tree swing

🚙PARKING:
There is ample parking for up to 4 vehicles in the driveway or under the carport - please use caution when using the carport as there is very limited height; the garage is accessible & open to guests for laundry & beach equipment storage but please avoid using for parking.

🤩OTHER AMENITIES:
The property & grounds are loaded with additional 5-⭐️ amenities.

🦩Smart TVs - included throughout property; numerous free music + video streaming services are complimentary, including access to YouTube TV, Apple TV+, Apple Music, Apple Arcade, and more
🦩Apple TV + Govee TV Backlight - included with movie living room experience
🦩Bluetooth music players/speakers - provided throughout property
🦩Blazing-fast Fiber + Wi-Fi service - blankets property, indoor & outdoor, via multiple routers & extenders
🦩Floor & ceiling fans - included throughout property, including one of each in every bedroom
🦩Dog-friendly - various amenities are also available, including fenced-in yard, dog toys, dog towels, dog waste bags, dog treats, & more
🦩Family-friendly - various amenities are also available, including fenced-in yard, sliding-doors alarms, Pack ‘N Play, high chair, kid’s nook fun room, & more
🦩Complimentary coffee + tea supplies
🦩Complimentary Tommy Bahama beach gear - chairs, wagon, cooler, & towels
🦩Expansive back & side fenced-in yards - perfect for additional privacy & security (especially for dogs & kids)

☀️LOCAL HIGHLIGHTS:
Driving times are all approximate & of course dependent on traffic.

🦩Lido Key ~16-18min
🦩Bradenton Beach ~18-22min
🦩Siesta Key ~25-27min
🦩Holmes Beach/AMI ~25-28min
🦩Sara Bay Marina <5min
🦩Robinson Preserve ~25-28min
🦩Ringling Museum of Art <8min
🦩SRQ International Airport <5-7min
🦩Downtown Sarasota ~12-15min
🦩Downtown Bradenton ~12-15min
🦩IMG Academy ~10-13min
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features 3.5 bathrooms and space to spread out with 5 bedrooms. The bathroom offers a jetted tub and hair dryers. Other standard amenities include a washing machine and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • Next to a golf course

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Rules

• See posted pool rules • Do not adjust any pool equipment (including heater)
• See posted firepit + grill rules
• See posted general rules

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total (20 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: • Must be owner-approved • See posted pet rules

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.

Frequently asked questions

What can I see within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Whitfield Estates, close to Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium, Sarasota Classic Car Museum, and John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art. You'll also find Powel Crosley Estate and Asolo Theatre for the Performing Arts within a short drive.

Is there parking available at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Is Sara Bay Base Camp: Private Tropical Oasis, Pool, Golf, Bocce, Firepit, PETS good for couples?

Amenities at this vacation home that appeal to couples include a jetted bathtub in each accommodation with golf views in some.

Does Sara Bay Base Camp: Private Tropical Oasis, Pool, Golf, Bocce, Firepit, PETS have a hot tub?

No, but this vacation home offers jetted bathtubs in all accommodations.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ), which is 4.3 mi away (9 minutes by car). Another top airport is St. Petersburg, FL (SPG-Albert Whitted), which is around 24.3 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Sara Bay Base Camp: Private Tropical Oasis, Pool, Golf, Bocce, Firepit, PETS?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Sara Bay Base Camp: Private Tropical Oasis, Pool, Golf, Bocce, Firepit, PETS.

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