Best Value 1BR – Walk to Beach, Dining & Nightlife!

Sarasota, Florida
$255 avg/night
Bed 1

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Apartment

Property Type

Sleep 4

Max Sleeps

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The Sugar Palm (1BR), by Gertrude Rentals Siesta Key

Big savings in prime location! No rental car required! 1-minute walk to shopping dining and live music. 4-minutewalk to the world's best beach. Private patio, full kitchen, short walk to market. Fishing, sunsets, on reef snorkeling and paddling, plus a free trolley to top attractions nearby. Best value on Siesta Key. Book your getaway now! - Tollbooth by VRBOCorpMiddlemen, but this property is from GertrudeRentalsSiesta

What Guests Love
​​​​​​​∙ Best Deal on Siesta – top island location at wallet friendly price
∙ Private Patio – wide open southwesterly exposure with view of Royal Palms
∙ Beaches – 4-min walk to award winning beaches, white sand, calm water
∙ Relaxing – private patio and walkable to shopping dining music and beaches
∙ Reef Snorkeling – 8-min walk to Point of Rocks a near shore natural limestone reef
∙ The Food –12 restaurants within 0.3 miles, 3 waterfront restaurants within 2 miles
∙ Activities – boat bike jet-ski & sport-fishing tours, marina and rentals 3-min away
∙ Sunsets –6-minute walk to best sunsets and whatever comes next
∙ The Memories – access Siesta Key's top attractions and beaches guaranteed fun for all
∙ The Fun - live music, daiquiris, oysters, stone crab, craft beer, ice cream, fresh donuts


The Beach
It's just a short walk to two semi-private Siesta Key beaches. 6-minute walk to beach access #13, just 4-minute walk to a beach access not labeled on the maps. The white quartz sand, tide pools, and calm, clear water are perfect for relaxing. A livelier scene with food, drinks, and the weekend drum circle is just a short 10 to 15-minute beach walk north. Point of Rocks reef is only 8-minutes south.

The Location
Wakeup, decide if you will wear shoes today, then head to Toasted Mango Café for coconut waffles. Their waffles are the best and they serve breakfast til 1PM, so don't rush. Eat there or take it to the Beach to look for dolphins, swim, bike, or just or just go back to sleep. This is a special spot so exploring will be worth the effort. I like wading out to Point of Rocks Reef at low tide. Bike rides on the beach are also amazing and it's a 6-mile loop on the sand depending on the tide. I usually skip lunch to enjoy an early dinner at Big Water Seafood, best seafood in the county, and best grouper sandwich in Florida. The sunsets are amazing, it's what leaf season in the north would be like if it happened every day, and if they had dolphins and great weather there. At nightfall you can go out or go to bed or head to The Sniki Tiki or Daiquiri Deck (my favorites), but you have to make a decision.

Reef Snorkeling
Siesta Key is already paradise now add one of the Gulf Coasts best snorkeling spots! Just 60 yards south, Point of Rocks offers safe, shallow waters filled with tide pools, colorful marine life, and shelling treasures. Most days you'll spot chameleons, sponges, mother-of-pearl shells, conch, and maybe even dolphins or turtles. Ideal for exploring by foot, snorkel, paddleboard, or kayak.

Bedroom Details
This unit is one flight up with no one above you. This larger 1BR rental has one queen bedroom and a queen sleeper sofa. You can sleep up to 4 family style. Need more space We can get you an additional unit nearby.

Beach Gear Provided
We provide beach chairs, carts, and beach towels. Tents, bikes, scooters and anything else can be rented nearby at Robin Hood Rentals or Siesta Key Rentals. Let me know if you need anything else at all:)

Household Items Provided
We provide bedding, kitchen items, most major and minor appliances, blow dryers, and hangers. Simple soaps and paper products come in starter-supply that will get you through a short stay and anything you need can be purchased nearby.

What to Bring
It's a laid-back island so pack as lite as you like. Our fashion is casual, wash and wear, and all units have laundries. Also, anything you forget to bring can be found nearby in good supply and fair prices.

Post Booking Support
We understand vacation time is precious and will make sure you get the most out of it. Our number is the only contact information you need. All units are at the top attractions on the island. Cars are never required, but you will have private parking near the unit. No check-in restrictions, check-in any day of the week at any time using a private door-code. Never a cleaning requirement at checkout. Free early check-in when possible. No hidden fees or solicitations. Every unit including this one is available for instant booking. We can recommend the best spot for fishing or fresh fish, Michigan or Ohio State games, romantic-dinners marriage-proposals or singles, eco-tourism, family friendly activities, or safe ways to lose your kids when you(they) need alone time.



Terms
Payments are 50% refundable when canceled at least 60 days before arrival. Payments are not refundable when canceled less than 60 days before arrival. Events or gatherings involving outside guests are only allowed with prior approval from the management. Guest agrees to hold the Property Manager and Owner harmless from any liability for injuries while on vacation. Sorry but events involving guests in excess of your unit occupancy limit are not permitted at this location.


Travel Insurance
If you prefer insured bookings, we also offer travel insurance. Basic Travel Insurance- cost is 7%, covers 30 different issues, coverage begins only after protection has been purchased. CFAR (cancel for any reason) insurance is available in states applicable- cost is approximately 11% (7% basic plus additional 3.8% to add CFAR). Basic and CFAR must be purchased together as CFAR cannot be purchased individually. CFAR covers 60% of the trip cost with no questions asked. Travel insurance must be purchased within 14 days of booking and 30 days before check-in. Claim must be filed two days prior to arrival, available to U.S. citizens only

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  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    Service Animals Only (pets Not Allowed)
  • BEACH

    Near The Beach
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    1 Bedroom Bed Sheets Provided Sofa Bed
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    WiFi Available
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English French
  • THINGS TO DO

    Bicycle On Site Kayaking Nearby Parasailing Nearby Sailing Nearby Scuba Diving Nearby Snorkeling Nearby Surfing/body Boarding Nearby Swimming Nearby Theme Parks Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Highchair Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near A Hospital Near A Zoo Near The Sea
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 4

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • tiffany b.

    Submitted Sep 21, 2025

    Stayed Sep 17, 2025

    So glad we stumbled across this spacious and clean 1bdr space just minutes from the beach. Perfect for a weekend getaway . Will definitely be booking again next time we're in Siesta!

  • Jacquelyn M.

    Submitted Aug 5, 2025

    Stayed Jul 30, 2025

    I've been all around the world and Daniel and his great team at Gertrude Rentals are the gold standard of hospitality and professionalism. Their properties are always clean, easy to access and safe. Many of their renters are repeat clients due to having consistently great experiences. Gertrude Rentals is truly the only name you need to know when booking your vacation in Siesta Key.

  • Dale G.

    Submitted Mar 23, 2025

    Stayed Mar 16, 2025

    We were extremely pleased with our stay. Would recommend you to friends and family

  • barbara s.

    Submitted Mar 20, 2025

    Stayed Mar 1, 2025

    No surprises here. Super close to 2 beach accesses.. Clean, clean, clean. Easy walking distance to all shops at Crescent Beach.Trolley was a nice bonus. King bed was so comfortable. Bring quarters for laundry.

  • George K.

    Submitted Mar 16, 2025

    Stayed Mar 9, 2025

    had a great time and would stay here again.

  • James W.

    Submitted Mar 3, 2025

    Stayed Feb 15, 2025

    Several issues with the property from the onset. Old toilet ran continuously unless manually reset. Lanai screen was broken and did not wind up and down. No dishwasher. Very limited kitchen items. Paint splattered on lanai windows. Garbage cans left beside the streets for over a week. Extremely noisy since it's located next to Midnight Pass Road. Just an old poorly maintained facility.

  • Submitted Feb 17, 2025

    Stayed Feb 13, 2025

    We loved our stay, especially the proximity to the beach and restaurants. We really enjoyed being able to walk to view the sunset. The unit was spotless and comfortable. Wonderful!!

  • Bradley D.

    Submitted Feb 12, 2025

    Stayed Feb 6, 2025

    We had a great stay! We loved that we could walk to the beach, restaurants and bars! We even rode the bikes that are provided! Wwwould

  • Laura O.

    Submitted Feb 3, 2025

    Stayed Jan 29, 2025

    Quick customer service & appreciated the beach wagon. The unit was old, no dishwasher, shower head was broke (repair guy came to fix) and toilet handle stuck and you needed to wiggle it to keep toilet from running. The furniture also had an odor, so we sat on blankets.

  • Jeanne B.

    Submitted Feb 1, 2025

    Stayed Jan 26, 2025

    Nice size 1 bedroom suite. Bathroom needs a much a needed update. Toilet ran until you jingled the handle. Close to beach. Laundry facility was okay. Would have been nice to have beach chairs available in room

  • Suzanne J.

    Submitted Sep 19, 2024

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    We had a great stay at Casa Siesta. Apartment was roomy. AC worked well. A ceiling fan would be nice in the bedroom( just my preference) location was great. Close to everything. We had a car because we flew into Tampa. It was nice having the freedom to do what we wanted. Went to AnnaMaria island and st. Armand's circle. Had a great dinner at Connor's seafood and steak. So good, we went twice! Went to turtle beach, crescent and siesta. Got a lot of great shells at turtle beach and did a kayaking mangrove tour as well.

  • Tabitha P.

    Submitted Aug 23, 2024

    Stayed Aug 11, 2024

    Check in was easy, it was a short walk to the beach. Daniel got back to me immediately when I had any questions. I could tell it would have been a beautiful beach if we hadn’t gone the week after Hurricane Debby. The only downfall was when our young children had to use the potty - it was quite the walk back for them to hold it. It’s shared laundry room so sometimes you’re waiting a while on other guests to swap their clothes. Overall we enjoyed our stay. Families traveling with littles, I’ve previously learned to bring my own plastic dish ware for them so there’s no accidental drops of the breakable plates and cups.

  • Submitted Jun 17, 2024

    Stayed Jun 5, 2024

    Clean, cute place close to Point of Rocks. Great customer service. Would stay again!

  • Ben and Julie Q.

    Submitted Jun 10, 2024

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    This was our second time staying in a Gertrude rental and won't be our last! Dan provides thorough and timely communication, the property had everything we needed, and the location can't be beat!

  • Jennifer B.

    Submitted May 24, 2024

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    We had a great stay in the apartment. The neighbors and the location was excellent. The apartment was super clean, and we had a relaxing and cozy stay. Daniel was always able to be reached if we needed anything. Can't wait to come again soon!

  • Claudia R.

    Submitted May 22, 2024

    Stayed May 12, 2024

    Very comfortable King bed. As well a Baby Crib and a high Chair. Very appriciate. Clean and quiet. 5 Minute Walk to the Beach, Beach Chair and umbrella. Easy Mail Communication with „Gertrud“. We will definitely Return.

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