Barefoot Beachside One-Bedroom
Lido Key 1BR beach villa—steps to the white sand of Lido Beach.
Mid-century 1BR, 1BA villa for 2 people, just a 2 minute walk to the sandy gulf shores and Lido Beach Pool and Pavilion.
• Entire private 1BR villa
• Private patio with dining + lounge seating
• Large shared tropical garden with palm trees, hammock, umbrellas & multiple seating areas
• BBQ grill + outdoor dining
• Free washer & dryer
• Free driveway parking
• Bikes (including a vintage tandem!), surfboards, coolers, beach chairs, umbrellas & more
• Retro furnishings from local auctions
• Vintage + local artwork
• Blue mid century couch, perfect for lounging
• Thoughtful touches throughout
We’ve created a boutique-style guest house filled with art, vintage finds, and mid century treasures collected on our travels. It’s a calm, friendly, design-forward space that feels special the moment you walk in.
Fully equipped kitchen, WiFi, AC, TV, laptop workspace, washer/dryer, bathtub. Private patio with BBQ, alfresco dining and outdoor shower. Essentials, hot water, heating, detectors. On Lido Key steps from Lido Beach and Lido Pavilion. St. Armands Circle is about 1 mile away. Downtown Sarasota 5–10 min by car; bus, bike and rideshare access.
Lido Key — small, upscale beach island with white-sand beaches (Lido Beach), beachside parks, and easy access to St. Armands Circle (boutiques, dining, galleries). Short drive (5–10 minutes) to downtown Sarasota cultural attractions: The Ringling Museum, Sarasota Opera, Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, and waterfront parks. Quiet residential blocks near the shoreline with vacation-oriented services.
Most places are easiest to reach by car or rideshare. The area is walkable for beach, St. Armands Circle, and nearby restaurants; bicycle use is common and bike lanes/paths are available in parts of Lido Key and St. Armands. Sarasota County Area Transit (SCAT) provides bus service connecting Lido/St. Armands with downtown Sarasota and other neighborhoods. Taxis and ride-hailing (Uber/Lyft) are widely available.
Features and Amenities
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Carol B.
October 2026We enjoyed our short weekend stay! Very clean, close to the beach and restaurants. They had everything we needed for a day at the beach. Chairs, an umbrella, and a wagon to haul everything in!
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Jose D.
October 2026This unit is true to the photos. Very comfortable, well-lit, with everything you need in every room. Its location is spectacular! Just a few steps from the beach and also close to downtown. It also has everything you need for the beach. I highly recommend it and we will come back!
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Justin M.
May 2026We had a great stay, location was convenient, unit was clean and had what we needed, and the mid century retro vibe was fun, as was the beautiful courtyard area.
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Lisa R.
May 2026This is a wonderful rental, I've stayed here previously with my sister and this time with my husband. Love the private backyard and grill. We cook frequently and the kitchen is well stocked!!. Location is very close to the beach and restaurants.
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Luc D.
April 2026This place was a perfect spot for us. We enjoyed morning walks to St Armand Circle and spent the balance of the day at Lido Beach. Loved the retro look of the apartment. Basically parked our vehicle on arrival and did not need it until we left 4 days later. Hope to come back.
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Heather R.
April 2026Love, love the Lido Beach House! Perfect location, private & peaceful. The mid-century modern decor is fun and the rooms are very clean. Highly recommend it and will definitely stay again soon.
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Whitney W.
March 2026What a super cute place in a beautiful location. Super close to beach and restaurants
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John C.
March 2026It’s now our go-to place to stay when we visit Lido Key. It’s clean, convenient, and feels like staying at a friend’s place.
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Carol B.
October 2026We enjoyed our short weekend stay! Very clean, close to the beach and restaurants. They had everything we needed for a day at the beach. Chairs, an umbrella, and a wagon to haul everything in!
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Jose D.
October 2026This unit is true to the photos. Very comfortable, well-lit, with everything you need in every room. Its location is spectacular! Just a few steps from the beach and also close to downtown. It also has everything you need for the beach. I highly recommend it and we will come back!
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Justin M.
May 2026We had a great stay, location was convenient, unit was clean and had what we needed, and the mid century retro vibe was fun, as was the beautiful courtyard area.
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Lisa R.
May 2026This is a wonderful rental, I've stayed here previously with my sister and this time with my husband. Love the private backyard and grill. We cook frequently and the kitchen is well stocked!!. Location is very close to the beach and restaurants.
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Luc D.
April 2026This place was a perfect spot for us. We enjoyed morning walks to St Armand Circle and spent the balance of the day at Lido Beach. Loved the retro look of the apartment. Basically parked our vehicle on arrival and did not need it until we left 4 days later. Hope to come back.
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Heather R.
April 2026Love, love the Lido Beach House! Perfect location, private & peaceful. The mid-century modern decor is fun and the rooms are very clean. Highly recommend it and will definitely stay again soon.
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Whitney W.
March 2026What a super cute place in a beautiful location. Super close to beach and restaurants
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John C.
March 2026It’s now our go-to place to stay when we visit Lido Key. It’s clean, convenient, and feels like staying at a friend’s place.
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