10/10 Excellent
Abby S., Elmhurst, il
16 Jan 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tortunga Amazing!
Abby S.
Stayed 32 nights in Nov 2020
Entire condo
2 bed, 2 bath, 1365 sqft, remodeled condo with Gulf view (walk to beach 1 min)
2 bed, 2 bath, 1365 sqft, remodeled condo with Gulf view (walk to beach 1 min)
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Reviews
9.0 out of 10 Wonderful
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6153 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Sarasota, FL
- Turtle Beach2 min walk
- Crescent Beach5 min drive
- Siesta Key Beach6 min drive
- Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)28 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area
About this property
2 bed, 2 bath, 1365 sqft, remodeled condo with Gulf view (walk to beach 1 min)
Property manager
Howard Jia
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin), English
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Gym
Stay on the Beach at the Tortuga Club. Private Beach, Indoor-Outdoor Pool, Secure Building 302C
Stay on the Beach at the Tortuga Club. Private Beach, Indoor-Outdoor Pool, Secure Building 302C
Sea view
Pool
Kitchen
Washer
House Rules
Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)
Flexible check-out available (contact host to arrange)
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Damage and incidentals
You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Siesta Key
Located in Siesta Key, this condo is on the beach. St. Armands Circle and Mall at University Town Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Siesta Key Beach and Turtle Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Stardust Event Center or Ed Smith Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Sarasota, FL
What's nearby
- Turtle Beach - 2 min walk
- Point of Rocks - 4 min drive
- Crescent Beach - 5 min drive
- Siesta Key Marina - 5 min drive
- Siesta Key Beach - 6 min drive
Getting around
Restaurants
- Chick-Fil-A - 11 min drive
- Starbucks - 11 min drive
- Culver's - 8 min drive
- Wendy's - 10 min drive
- Palma Coffee - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Diane E., White Lake
3 Mar 2020
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tortuga Paradise
Diane E.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2020
8/10 Good
joyce c.
31 Jan 2020
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
January month stay
joyce c.
Stayed 29 nights in Jan 2020
8/10 Good
Carla A.
16 Aug 2018
It's a great little hideaway getaway
Carla A.
Stayed 29 nights in Jun 2018
About the host
Hosted by Howard Jia
We have been travelling to Florida many times since our kids were little in the 1990's. We have stayed in Naples, Panama City Beach, Miami and Orlando, some of the greatest places on earth. But when we were looking for a permanent home, we decided on Sarasota, and more specifically Siesta Key. (Our photo was taken in Spain, not Sarasota).
We both are working, so we come here during vacation and holidays. Our long term seasonal guests from Canada come to Tortuga for decades, and they treat our home like theirs.
We both are working, so we come here during vacation and holidays. Our long term seasonal guests from Canada come to Tortuga for decades, and they treat our home like theirs.
Why they chose this property
We bought from a 97 year old lady who was the original owner since 1980. Her daughter decided that Mom was too old to live a independent life here.
Although she kept good care of the home, we thought the home needed an overhaul to match our expectation. We made our purchasing decision based on three factors: location, location, location.
Tortuga is on the south side of the key, away from most rental properties and shops. Traffic is low. It is 2.5 miles away from the shops, and 3 miles from the mainland.
Our home is in Building A (windows facing the gulf), which has the best view among 3 Tortuga buildings (their homes also have ocean view).
Although she kept good care of the home, we thought the home needed an overhaul to match our expectation. We made our purchasing decision based on three factors: location, location, location.
Tortuga is on the south side of the key, away from most rental properties and shops. Traffic is low. It is 2.5 miles away from the shops, and 3 miles from the mainland.
Our home is in Building A (windows facing the gulf), which has the best view among 3 Tortuga buildings (their homes also have ocean view).
What makes this property unique
The office/club (directly under our home) has a huge kitchen and meeting area. In 2013, during the construction of our kitchen, we borrowed the club to host a dinner with friends. We used the kitchen, silverware, tables, and everything we need for the dinner for free. Tortuga residents do enjoy many privileges.
The indoor-outdoor pool and sauna is below the office, so a walk to the pool is 20 seconds (elevator or stairs). A walk to the beach is a couple of minutes. You don't even need slippers, just walk on your bare feet.
In early 2016, Sarasota City spent millions of dollars to pump sand from the ocean to rebuild the beach. As a result, our semi-private beach is 80 - 100 feet wide. We saw a huge turtle crawling over the beach to lay eggs on July 3. Soon, thousands of baby turtles will be trying to find their way to the sea. It's very exciting.
The indoor-outdoor pool and sauna is below the office, so a walk to the pool is 20 seconds (elevator or stairs). A walk to the beach is a couple of minutes. You don't even need slippers, just walk on your bare feet.
In early 2016, Sarasota City spent millions of dollars to pump sand from the ocean to rebuild the beach. As a result, our semi-private beach is 80 - 100 feet wide. We saw a huge turtle crawling over the beach to lay eggs on July 3. Soon, thousands of baby turtles will be trying to find their way to the sea. It's very exciting.
Languages:
English, Chinese (Mandarin)
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