Title: NEW! The Dunes-Private Heated Pool, Hot Tub, Private backyard-5mi to beach Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=88428485&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # NEW! The Dunes-Private Heated Pool, Hot Tub, Private backyard-5mi to beach ## Photo gallery for NEW! The Dunes-Private Heated Pool, Hot Tub, Private backyard-5mi to beach ![Dining - NEW! The Dunes-Private Heated Pool, Hot Tub, Private backyard-5mi to beach (Sarasota)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88430000/88428500/88428485/5c062ab9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - NEW! The Dunes-Private Heated Pool, Hot Tub, Private backyard-5mi to beach (Sarasota)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88430000/88428500/88428485/96881067.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, offices, computer monitors - NEW! The Dunes-Private Heated Pool, Hot Tub, Private backyard-5mi to beach (Sarasota)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88430000/88428500/88428485/81003b0c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi - NEW! The Dunes-Private Heated Pool, Hot Tub, Private backyard-5mi to beach (Sarasota)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88430000/88428500/88428485/b8214e2f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - NEW! The Dunes-Private Heated Pool, Hot Tub, Private backyard-5mi to beach (Sarasota)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88430000/88428500/88428485/f0b47ef5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Welcome to THE DUNES, a newly renovated single-family home in the heart of Sarasota, where you can unwind by the heated private pool or soak up the sun on lounge chairs. With its modern kitchen and spacious living area, this 3-bedroom retreat offers a perfect blend of comfort and Florida outdoor living style. Enjoy family time around the large wooden dining table or relax in your own private sunroom with a view of the pool. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### NEW! The Dunes-Private Heated Pool, Hot Tub, Private backyard-5mi to beach THE DUNES is a newly renovated, single-family home with a heated private pool in the heart of Sarasota. The home is 5 miles to the #1 beach in the USA, Siesta Key Beach. It offers 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms with a large living and dining area. The fully private, fully enclosed outdoor space is one-of-a-kind with a heated modern pool, hot tub, BBQ grill and lounge chairs for guests to enjoy Florida outdoor living in style. THE SPACE: COMMON AREAS: The KITCHEN is newly renovated with white cabinets, granite countertops and stainless steel appliances (refrigerator, stove/oven, microwave and dishwasher). It is fully equipped with pots/pans, knives, cutting boards, cups, plates, silverware and drip coffee maker and stocked with cooking staples such as spices, olive oil and coffee. Plastic plates and cups are provided for use outdoors and around the pool. The kitchen island faces the living space, and it has a breakfast bar with bar stools. The LIVING ROOM has a large leather sectional. Enjoy the big game or family movie night with an 86" smart TV. Large windows let in plenty of natural Florida sunshine throughout the home. The DINING area has a large wooden table, chairs and bench seating. Gather for meals and enjoy family time. The OFFICE area has a desk, comfortable office chair, keyboard, mouse and monitor to make it easy to work from home. The SUNROOM has a corner bench, table and chairs for dining or breakfast in the sun, with a view of the pool. The full-size WASHER and DRYER are located next to the kitchen & sunroom. THE POOL & BACKYARD: Lounge poolside in the FULLY PRIVATE POOL AREA and soak up the warm Florida sun! The 8,000-gallon POOL IS HEATED and typically kept between 80-85 degrees, so it's perfect for swimming year-round. The pool is approx. 3-5.5 feet deep, with a shallow sundeck for lounging or dipping your toes in the water. Outdoor pool lounge chairs round out the pool space for soaking up the warm Florida sunshine. Enjoy outdoor living at the OUTDOOR BAR under the PERGOLAS, with outdoor refrigerator for keeping your beverages cool. Grill outdoors on the propane BBQ GRILL and enjoy the evening sunset. During the evenings, relax outdoors in the HOT TUB. The backyard and pool area are fully fenced all around, offering complete privacy. BEDROOMS: Enjoy Coastal Calm in the PRIMARY BEDROOM with queen size bed, nightstands, chest and closet. Get carried away in the Bohemian Jungle-themed SECOND BEDROOM with queen size bed, dresser, cozy reading nook and closet. Bunk with buddies in the Nautical-themed THIRD BEDROOM with full-sized bunk beds, twin trundle bed, dresser and closet. The TWO BATHROOMS are accessible from the entire house. Both bathrooms feature double vanities with large counter space. One bathroom features a bath tub and the other features a walk-in stand-up shower with river rock floor. ADDITIONAL AMENITIES: The home includes beach towels, beach chairs, umbrellas and coolers for your perfect day at the beach. All bath towels and linens are included for a fuss-free vacation. Please help us maintain these amenities so that we can continue providing them in the future - please DO NOT WIPE makeup on bath towels or washcloths. Please DO NOT FLUSH makeup wipes or feminine hygiene products, including tampons. Additional charges may apply for clogs or ruined towels. \*\*\* LIKE THIS HOME? \*\*\* Check out our other Sarasota homes, THE PALMS and THE OASIS! Palms: Vrbo/Homeaway Listing # 1888060 Oasis: Vrbo/Homeaway Listing # 9353037 All homes are ON THE SAME STREET, offering a unique opportunity for larger groups or multi-family stays. GUEST ACCESS: Guests have the entire home to themselves, including the private pool area and backyard with hot tub, BBQ grill and outdoor living area. Ron is our amazing local guide who lives on the property in his own fenced-in living space which is separated from the main house by a fence and access gate. You have total privacy at The Dunes. Your entrance to the house is for your use only. All the features & amenities of The Dunes (backyard, pool, hot tub) are not shared and are for your use only. Weekly outdoor service visits are conducted by the local host as follows. You do not have to be present for any service visits. Tuesdays: Trash removal, pool & hot tub cleaning. Wednesdays: Trash can pickup. Lawncare & landscaping occurs biweekly and may occur during your stay. FOR YOUR SAFETY PLEASE NOTE: POOL & BACKYARD SAFETY: The private pool in the backyard is NOT GATED (the backyard is fenced all around). Children should be SUPERVISED AT ALL TIMES in the backyard around the pool, hot tub, grill and fire pit. All guests as well as any guardians of minors staying at the property take full responsibility for their own safety and the safety of minors, and release the owners/hosts of the property from any personal injury that could occur during their stay. NO GLASSWARE ALLOWED IN POOL AREA. For your own safety and the safety of the next guests, please use the plastic glasses and plates provided. Broken glass inside the pool or in the pool area will incur an additional cleaning fee. The UPPER BUNK BED has a maximum weight limit of 200 lbs. For safety purposes, only ONE person may sleep on the upper bunk. 2 people may sleep on the lower bunk, and 1 person on the twin-sized trundle bed. Please help us maintain our amenities so that we can continue providing them in the future - please DO NOT WIPE MAKEUP on bath towels or washcloths. DO NOT FLUSH makeup wipes or feminine hygiene products, including tampons. Additional charges may apply for clogs or ruined towels. NO DOGS OR PETS are allowed in the home. Guests are responsible for damage to the property or items within the property and will be charged for repair or replacement accordingly. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Heated pool - Hot tub - Outdoor pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Firepit - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Computer monitor - Desk - Desk chair - Office ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Heated pool ### 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Double-glazed windows - Recycling - Solar energy ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/26400/26397/18d283d6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway Sarasota - Pool - Hot tub - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly 8.4 Very good 1,943 reviews £185 includes taxes & fees 1 Mar - 2 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-01&endDate=2026-03-02&selected=26397&PinnedHotelID=26397&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1250000/1241000/1240909/f85b62a5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tropical Beach Resorts South Village - 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25 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 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 NOTE POOL SAFETY RULES IN LISTING. All guests including minors take full responsibility for safety and release owner/host from any personal injury Please observe quiet hours in the neighborhood between 9pm to 9am. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: Note pool rules; Guardians maintain responsibility ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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 This property uses solar energy Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit 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 ## About the area Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Ridge Wood Heights, a neighbourhood in Sarasota. 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 Crescent Beach. Check out an event or a game at Ed Smith Stadium, and consider making time for Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium, a top attraction not to be missed. 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The Dunes-Private Heated Pool, Hot Tub, Private backyard-5mi to beach have a pool? ### Is NEW! The Dunes-Private Heated Pool, Hot Tub, Private backyard-5mi to beach pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at NEW! The Dunes-Private Heated Pool, Hot Tub, Private backyard-5mi to beach? ### What time is check-in at NEW! The Dunes-Private Heated Pool, Hot Tub, Private backyard-5mi to beach? ### What time is check-out at NEW! The Dunes-Private Heated Pool, Hot Tub, Private backyard-5mi to beach? ### Where is NEW! The Dunes-Private Heated Pool, Hot Tub, Private backyard-5mi to beach located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## NEW! The Dunes-Private Heated Pool, Hot Tub, Private backyard-5mi to beach Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 5 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Terri P. 23 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Xmas Vaca Nice property. Quiet neighborhood. Space for all of us. The back yard outdoor space was well used! Thank You to Ron for heating the pool for our babies. We all LOVED the pool and the hot tub. Everything except your clothes is there. Beach towels, pool toys were very much appreciated. The pack and play was a huge bonus. We all agreed we would stay again! Thanks for letting us stay!! ##### Terri P. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joi C. 22 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Overall really enjoyed my stay here. I had no issues with the property & Ron quickly addressed any concerns or questions I had. Would 100% stay here again due to the great location. ##### Joi C. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### heidi v. 20 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay Perfect little house for a quick trip. Everything was perfect and Ron was the best! ##### heidi v. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 10 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great House! We really enjoy the Dunes house ? ##### Verified traveller Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025 ---