Located in Arlington Park within a short walk of Sarasota Memorial Hospital, this villa is within a mile (2 km) of Sarasota Art Museum. The villa includes a private pool, a kitchen, and a balcony.
Sarasota Memorial Hospital - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles
Marina Jack - 6 min drive - 2.4 miles
St. Armands Circle - 11 min drive - 5.5 miles
Lido Beach - 14 min drive - 6.8 miles
Getting around
Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 14 min drive
Restaurants
Chipotle Mexican Grill - 10 min walk
Starbucks - 14 min walk
Taco Bell - 3 min drive
Yummy House - 9 min walk
Baker & Wife - 3 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Tropical Retreat Close to Beaches |Pool |Game room
Villa Palma offers everything you could want in a tropical retreat. Only 5 miles to Siesta Key, rated the #1 beach in the US & stunning Lido Key, and 5 mins to downtown Sarasota with tons of restaurants & attractions. Here, your only worry will be deciding whether to stay in & enjoy the pool, fire pit & enclosed sunroom or to go out & explore. You'll also love our dreamy chef's kitchen & delightful coffee bar, with an open concept living area making it ideal for a family reunion or vacation.
Get ready for tropical vacation vibes and a sense of excitement from the moment you arrive. This new to market, timeless ranch-style home has been completely renovated with immense thought and care in every detail.
Living Spaces
Coastal Design Living Room Kick off your shoes and get comfy in Villa Palma's stylish living room. Decorated in a peaceful tropical color palette with high-end furnishings, this is where your family and friends can come together to watch a movie, have a nap, or hang out with a beverage to discuss the plan for the day. It's also part of the open concept living area. Whether you're on kitchen duty, eating at the formal dining table, or hanging out in front of the TV, you won’t miss a thing.
Additional Details: • Sonos surround sound installed in the living room • Complimentary blazing fast Wifi is available throughout the home, making it easy to work from anywhere • The living room and three of the bedrooms are equipped with 4k SmartTVs and Roku for easy streaming • There is a full-sized washer and dryer to keep your clothes fresh and your towels dry.
Game Room This room is where Villa Palma really shines!
The Fun Zone is the Villa Palma’s indoor games room where young and old can get lost in the fun and competition of a board game, retro arcade games, or challenge each other to shuffleboard. And, when the kids are asleep, gather up the adults for cards at the green table and drinks on the leather sofa.
Not sure what to do if the forecast calls for rain or overcast skies? No problem! Just head to The Fun Zone.
Details: • 412 retro arcade games • Jenga • LED lit shuffleboard table • Family-friendly board games • Playing cards • Dominos
Kitchen & Dining
Chef's Kitchen What's a vacation if it doesn't have great food, right? We understand the importance of having a kitchen that is not only functional but beautiful. This immaculate kitchen with strong design elements will be an inspiration to you when you're whipping up a big breakfast, preparing a picnic lunch, or salads for tonight's big cookout.
Whatever you have planned to feed the tummies of the ones you love, this contemporary and modern kitchen is an absolute Chef's dream.
Completely redesigned, this kitchen has a stunning waterfall island where the kids can sit at the stools to slurp their cereal, large top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances, an ice maker, wine cooler (of course!), and a fully stocked coffee bar to get your engine revving in the morning.
We've thought of everything, so you don't have to.
Dining Room Located between the open concept kitchen and living area is a large formal coastal-inspired dining table with place settings and seating for everyone to enjoy a sit-down meal comfortably.
Outdoor Dining If dining alfresco is more your thing, and you want to make the most of the gorgeous weather here in Sarasota, there's also a modern dining area for your use in the large enclosed sunroom close to the propane BBQ overlooking the pool. It's ideal for pool days when you want to grab a bite to eat but don't want to come indoors for a meal or a snack in your wet bathing suit.
Bedrooms & Baths
Days of laughter and splashing in the pool, walking along the beach, and exploring Sarasota make for very tired guests, and that's why we’ve put so much emphasis on creating a relaxing oasis in each bedroom.
• Primary Bedroom: This room is furnished with a king-sized bed and luxury hybrid mattress, which provides guests with support, comfort, and temperature regulation. The en suite is sleek with a minimalist design, a glass-enclosed shower and separate tub. Both are available if you crave a luxurious bath after a long day of fun in the sun or a quick shower.
• Second Bedroom: This room is furnished with a queen-sized bed and luxury hybrid mattress providing support and temperature regulation for the perfect night's sleep. There's also a private en suite bath with amenities you'd expect in a boutique hotel, complete with a glass-enclosed shower, a rainfall and handheld shower head, making it easy to clean up salty skin and sandy feet.
• Third Bedroom: This room is furnished with a queen size bed in a gorgeous subdued tropical green, making it feel like the outdoors have been brought indoors. It's a cozy space with two bedside tables and a large window allowing the sun to stream in. There's also a shared bathroom with a shower and tub combo and beautiful floor tiling that make the space feel extra special.
• Fourth Bedroom: Typically, this is a room for the kids, but adults love it too. Furnished with a bunk bed and trundle bed combo and a twin sleeper sofa with a trundle bed. Kids in this room have so much fun being together where they can share secrets, talk over the excitement of the day and make lasting childhood memories. Also included in this room is a workstation where kids can keep up on any school work, connect with friends on their socials, or for the adults to catch up on remote work.
*Sleeping accommodations for 10 people over the age of 6 plus 2 children under the age of 6.
Outdoor Amenities
Villa Palma offers guests a secluded slice of tropical paradise with immaculate grounds surrounded by palms and lush vegetation. Even though you'll be conveniently located in the heart of charming Arlington Park, you'll feel as if you're in your very own private oasis - light years away from the pressure of everyday life.
You may even have trouble getting out of the house because of all the fun you'll have spending time sunbathing in the loungers and playing in the heated pool.
For your enjoyment, there's also a sizeable Florida sunroom with an outdoor living room and screened-in dining space. We recommend starting your mornings here with a coffee poolside or drinks with the adults around the fire pit as the perfect way to end your day.
Additional Details: • Beach cart, chairs, umbrella, towels, and toys are available for your enjoyment. • The covered front porch is a great place to escape the group and settle in with a good book or daydream as the world goes by. • Propane BBQ • Propane fire pit surrounded with Adirondack chairs for late-night chats and roasting marshmallows.
Entire house
Please note: We do not live on the property but we are only a call or a message away. If any problem arises or if you have any quesitons, please contact us through the messaging app, or via phone/text and we will access our local resources to assist you promptly.
Sarasota offers the best Florida has to offer from white sand beaches, turquoise water, to outstanding restaurants, exciting attractions, and more. Villa Palma is located in the charming, rich-in-history neighborhood of Arlington Park, a vibrant, safe community with wildlife trails and eclectic architecture while only minutes away from world-class beaches and downtown.
Here below we have listed some of the wonderful places that Sarasota offers within a short drive/walk:
1. Arlington Park, within walking distance: A beautiful park with the feeling of a country club!
2. The Ringling Museum (2.5 miles/under 10 minutes away): You won't want to miss visiting this museum during your stay. Not only does it have a fabulous museum, but there are also tours of the large mansion and breathtaking gardens. The kids will especially love the circus exhibit.
3. St. Armands Circle (5.2 miles/under 15 minutes away): A breathtaking blend of history and architecture. St. Armands Circle is a must-visit with incredible shopping, restaurants and live music in the park.
4. Lido Key (5.2 miles/under 15 minutes away): Right next to St. Armands Circle, you'll find Lido Key, a gorgeous sister beach to Siesta Key with fewer crowds.
5. Siesta Key (5.7 miles/under 15 minutes away): Rated the #1 beach in all of the US, this beach does not disappoint. Guests love visiting here because of the stunning white sandy beaches, bright crystal ocean waters, trolley for easy transportation, shopping, and restaurants.
Parking is free, there are 2 separate driveways and they can easily accomodate 3 cars. Additional parking is available on the street.
Details to help your stay run smoothly:
• This property is pet-friendly and can accommodate up to 2 dogs. An additional $50 cleaning fee per stay will be added. • Absolutely no prom, graduation, or other large (more than the max occupancy) parties/events permitted. The max number of house guests must equal the max number of sleeping accommodations our home allows for (10 guests over the age of 6 + 2 children under the age of 6) • The home has been fitted with smoke detectors, a carbon monoxide detector, and a fire extinguisher for your safety and security. • A noise detector has been installed in the Florida room to notify you if the sound has reached a level that could disturb the neighbors. We thank you in advance for your co-operation in maintaining positive relationships with our neighbors. Sarasota City quite hours are 10PM-7AM, during those hours noise must be kept below 70 db.
** Use pool at your own risk, no lifeguard on duty. Please supervise children at all times. **
The villa is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a balcony. There's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a private pool, a washing machine, and a sofa bed.
Property manager
Paula and Roberto
Languages
English, Italian, Spanish
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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)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Garden
Unit size: 2,000 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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
Pets
This property welcomes pets
Dogs only
2 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
Service animals exempt from fees
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
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
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, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.
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Frequently asked questions
What can I see within easy reach of this villa?
This villa is situated in Arlington Park, close to Lido Beach, St. Armands Circle, and Siesta Key Beach. You'll also find Marie Selby Botanical Gardens and Marina Jack within a short drive.
Is parking available on site at this villa?
No, there isn't parking at this villa.
Is this villa adjacent to a casino?
No, this villa is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this villa?
No, there is no indoor pool at this villa; however, the accommodation features a private pool.
What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Tropical Retreat Close to Beaches |Pool |Game room?
Amenities that appeal to couples at this villa include a private pool, a kitchen, and a smart TV.
Does Tropical Retreat Close to Beaches |Pool |Game room have a hot tub?
No, but this villa does have a heated pool.
Does this villa include breakfast service?
No, this villa doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this villa allow pets to stay for free?
Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this villa.
Does this villa have connecting rooms?
No, there aren't connecting rooms at this villa.
What is the closest airport to this villa?
The closest major airport to this villa is Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ), which is 6.6 mi away (14 minutes by car).
Can I book a room with a balcony at Tropical Retreat Close to Beaches |Pool |Game room?
Yes, every villa at Tropical Retreat Close to Beaches |Pool |Game room comes with a balcony.
Tropical Retreat Close to Beaches |Pool |Game room Reviews
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 30 reviews
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10/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Wendy B., Louisville, KY
Jun 3, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay in Sarasota
Really enjoyed our stay. The neighborhood was nice and quiet and centrally located to the various beaches and places we wanted to go. The house was welcoming, spacious and well stocked. The amenities were great too. We enjoyed relaxing in the pool after our days out and had fun with the games in the game room. We will be booking here again for our next trip.
Wendy B.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lea G., Cheyenne
May 28, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Something for all ages
Our family includes all ages 72 years old to 4months old. This space was perfect for each generation. The pool, screen room and game room kept us all entertained. Quick responses from our hosts led us to just the right spots to enjoy the beaches. We had all the needed beach equipment and toys!! A good find!!
Lea G.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Dawn A.
Feb 25, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice rental
We enjoyed the screened in porch. The furniture was comfortable as was the bed. Really appreciated the coffee bar! Good location in a quiet neighborhood. Thank you!
Dawn A.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lisa S.
Dec 24, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Florida Family Reunion
Beautiful home that comfortably accommodated our entire family of 8 adults and an infant. It was great to have pool toys, beach items and games. Great location - close to beaches and parks. The property and hosts exceeded our expectations.
Lisa S.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Annette C.
Jul 2, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Home with great owners
This is a great home! Well decorated in a quiet neighborhood Close to many attractions. The owners go the extra mile with extras not usually provided in a rental home. Owners are very responsive when I reached out with some questions. Thank you Roberto and Paula for letting us stay in your beautiful home! Annette
Annette C.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Haley A.
Jun 1, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Tropical Oasis
Beautiful house with all the amenities we could ever need.
Haley A.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Maureen D., Atlanta, GA
May 27, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great property
Great location and beautiful property centrally located in Sarasota. Quick and easy access to different beaches. Home is as it looks in the pictures
Maureen D.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Melissa D.
Mar 29, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Simply perfect
Everything about this property was perfect including the location and amenities.
Melissa D.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Janet A.
Mar 1, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Stay
We had a group of family (4 adult couples) stay for a family reunion. The property more than accommodated our group comfortably and was perfect for our card playing (both inside and out in the screened porch). Many new memories were made. We had several questions upon check-in and the host was the most responsive I've ever had for a rental property. Great place.
Janet A.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
8/10 Good
ernest k.
Jan 6, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
was not able to communacate with host during my stay
house was great but not the host communication
ernest k.
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Charlene G.
Jan 6, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Family Christmas Vacation in Sarasota
Our family enjoyed a 4 nights/5 days in southern Sarasota to ring in the New Year. Great home for little kids. Heated pool and game room. Kitchen is beautiful and very well equipped. We loved it and would recommend to anyone.
Not being on the beach was something we sacrificed but the neighborhood is nice and there is a close park nearby.
Wonderful restaurants in the area and Siesta Key has a gorgeous public beach.
Charlene G.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Matthew S.
Nov 16, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great well kept place!
My family came in from all over the place to attend my brothers wedding. Lots of folks to please. We were all very happy with the place. The communication was great, the location perfect, house clean. Thank you.
Matthew S.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Priya R., United states
Oct 31, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing girls trip stay
We just wrapped up our girls trip and we had an amazing time. Amazing amenities, top notch clean setup, max 10-15 min drive to almost all parts of Sarasota. It was perfect for our group of 8 but it would be equally perfect for families. The hosts were very prompt and easy to communicate with. We will definitely go back anytime and highly recommend to others. Thank you Paula and Roberto for everything!
Priya R.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lara M.
Oct 22, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Expectations Exceeded From Beginning To End!
Even before we arrived, we knew that our hosts had gone to great lengths to ensure that we felt welcome and at home, and that our stay would be a memorable one.
Before we arrived, they were kind enough to advise us that the previous guests had slightly damaged a door, but that it was still functional and that we wouldn't need to worry about being charged for it.
Every inch of the house was immaculate. Our hosts left snacks and water, which was highly appreciated by us and our four teenagers. The game room was perfect for teens, and the adults enjoyed it too. The outdoor lanai was peaceful and relaxing, and the pool was clean and refreshing. The shampoo and conditioner in the showers were a great touch; all the luxuries you'd appreciate in a hotel, but you could enjoy them in the comfort of a house. The house had everything two families of four could possibly need, and it was still homey and inviting.
We can't say enough about how attentive and responsive our hosts were. Next time we're in Sarasota, we would definitely love to rent here again!
Lara M.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Shane C.
Oct 1, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Best place to stay!!!
Our stay was excellent from time of booking to departing. We had absolutely no issues during our stay. The property is just awesome. The hosts are top notch. Quick reply’s and helpful in every way. I wouldn’t stay anywhere else now when I’m in the area.
Shane C.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Shelby L.
Sep 12, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great house
This was a great weekend getaway place! Very clean house with a nice outside space! Beds were comfortable and location was great!
Shelby L.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
Sep 7, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing stay
We had an amazing time while staying here. The house was extremely clean, had wonderful amentities and was in a great spot!
Verified traveler
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer C.
Aug 31, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing.
This home was perfect for a girls weekend. The home is large with so many beds. Large kitchen and living room. Large pool. Perfect location. Within 10-15 mins to airport, downtown Sarasota, and siesta key. Safe and quiet neighborhood. Host went above and beyond.
Jennifer C.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Susan A., Norfolk VA USA
Aug 2, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful in every way! Not 5 star but 6 star accommodation.
This was the best Vrbo rental we have ever had. The owners’ attention to detail was evident with every possible need provided for. The pool was a good size and much enjoyed by all. The beach equipment and pool toys were greatly appreciated. The arcade games and all the others provided unlimited entertainment for all children - and those young at heart! Communication with the owners with questions was consistently quick and easy. We wished we could have stayed longer.
Susan A.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Daniel V.
Jul 29, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing hosts!! Amazing time!!
Thank you for sharing your piece of heaven with our family! It was a wonderful week and we loved everything about your beautiful home. You guys were amazing hosts! I have no doubt we will be back again. Thank you!!
Daniel V.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Annette C.
Jul 28, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay with extra touches!
The house was beautiful, clean and nicely decorated! The owners took the time to make you feel welcomed with nice details such as suppling coffee and creamers, snacks and shampoo and conditioner. You can tell they real care about their home and that your stay is special! Thank you Roberto for letting us stay in your beautiful home!
Annette C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Yamilet R.
May 29, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
Beautiful house, very clean and organized house had a good time with the family. God bless the owner
Yamilet R.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Heather D.
Apr 19, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous stay in Sarasota!
We visit Sarasota often to see family and normally we stay in hotels but this time we wanted to try something different. We were traveling with our three kids who are tweens and our exchange student who is early 20s. This house has something for everyone! We have stayed in a lot of rental homes throughout the country and we all agreed, this one is one of our favorites. You can't really tell from the photos but the layout is really nice. There is a primary suite on one end of the house with an en-suite bath and three other bedrooms at the other end of the house, one with its own en-suite. The open kitchen/dining/family room is very nicely updated, big TV for movie night, a coffee station which was stocked with sweeteners and creamers (which I really appreciate because I hate buying that stuff for a 4 night stay), and a very nicely updated kitchen. The game room was super fun. My kids loved the arcade machine, we did a Bingo night, and they beat each other out in giant Jenga. But the outdoor space in this house is divine. The pool is not huge but there are lots of floats and lounge chairs. The screened in porch is wonderful for sitting out for a meal.
Located in a quiet, older neighborhood, this house is only a short drive to some of the most beautiful beaches in the country, The hosts have provided chairs, buckets, etc for beach-going as well.
There is a grocery store, pharmacy, and restaurants nearby so everything you need is very accessible. The hosts were very easy to communicate with and provided a lot of information about the house and amenities. They were also incredibly gracious about a snafu on our end that happened on our last day.
Long story short, I would absolutely rent this house again. Everyone in our party agreed it was amazing and such an agreement is hard to come by!
Heather D.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
WILLIAM S.
Mar 11, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway
Beautiful home - well stocked with essentials and then some - clean - open floor plan - close to St Armands and beaches
Nice heated pool and yard space with fire pit
Def worth a visit - wonderful and accessible hosts
WILLIAM S.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Angel M.
Feb 7, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful home, close to Lido & Siesta & Restaurants
Beautiful Home inside and out! Heated pool was so fun morning & night! Great quick communication with the owners! Love the neighborhood, beautiful short drive to both beaches, walking trails 2 blocks away, and nice restaurants in the area. Would definitely stay here again!