Title: Summer Special! 1/1.5 Penthouse at The Strand – Water View Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire condo # Summer Special! 1/1.5 Penthouse at The Strand – Water View Waterfront condo with kitchen and balcony ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83590000/83586000/83585933/a62b18a7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83590000/83586000/83585933/25772eed.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83590000/83586000/83585933/60cd0335.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83590000/83586000/83585933/3b5ceb7a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83590000/83586000/83585933/ced02c45.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Experience Sarasota's luxury living at The Strand, where this 5th-floor condo offers a charming water view. Unwind in the elegant living room with large sliding doors to the vast terrace, or explore nearby Downtown Sarasota and Lido Beach. With a communal pool, spa, and kayak launch on site, this property is perfect for combining relaxation and adventure. 9.2 Wonderful ### Entire condo 1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 4896 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Gym - Parking available - Pool - Washer - Pet-friendly ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Summer Special! 1/1.5 Penthouse at The Strand – Water View This top floor condo of 896 sq. ft. is fully furnished with a charming decoration and high end furniture. It will be perfect to enjoy your stay in Sarasota with a water view! It features 1 bedroom, 1.5 bathroom, kitchen, and lovely living room with large sliding doors to the vast terrace. On the 5th floor of the brand new luxury residence (with an elevator). ★Living Area: Next you will find the very luminous living room and kitchen in tones of white and blue. Large sliding windows let the light in and you can enjoy the beautiful view on the water and the bay to your left with the beautiful sunset! It features a large beige sofa, a coffee table, and a TV. The Pottery Barn couch is a convertible sofa with a sleeping area of 54.5 in. x 84.5 in. The dining table can comfortably seat 4 guests, from which you can enjoy the view on the bay. ★Kitchen: Pods and trash bags provided to start you off. The open-plan kitchen features brand new appliances and granite counter tops. The kitchen island has 4 stools, perfect to enjoy meals as well. Amenities include a stove, oven, microwave, refrigerator, dishwasher, pots, pans, coffee maker, a brand new grill on the balcony, and everything you may need to cook. ★Bedroom: Bedsheets provided. Enter this elegant condo and on the left hand side is your bedroom. it includes a king size bed with a charming decoration in tones of beige and light green, a window, 2 nightstands, a desks with a chair and a TV. ★Bathrooms: The ensuite master bathroom features a sink, toilet and bath tub. From the condo's hallway, you can access the half bathroom with a toilet and sink, perfect when you receive guests ★Laundry: There's a closet with your washer/dryer, and closet for your belongings. ★Outdoor Space: The large terrace with its outdoor furniture and new BBQ grill will allow you to enjoy the beautiful Florida weather and a beautiful sunset every evening! ★Pool: The Strand offers many advantages: communal pool, spa, 2 bbq grills, and a kayak launch. ★Location: It's the perfect location! Downtown Sarasota is a 5min drive away, Lido Beach is a 15 min drive away, Siesta Key Beach is a 25 min drive. ★Additional Info: An HOA application is required. The application fee of $150 is included in the booking fee. The fee amount is subject to change 1 covered parking spot available + guest parking outdoor. Secure community with MyEnvera gate system. Car charging stations available. ★Important Notes & Rules: \- Small pets could be accepted, contact us! \- If you wish to receive mail, it must be sent to our Orquera Florida Investment office - Sarasota downtown \- No parties, non smoking \- Ac cannot be lower than 70 F and heat cannot be higher than 77 F - Don't leave doors/windows open when AC/Heat is running \- Use pool and hot tub at your own risk, no lifeguard on duty. Residence is located on the canal without a fence. Supervise children at all times \- If you require elevator assistance: Elevators may be temporarily disabled during severe weather. In such instances, stairwells are available in the building. ★Add-on: Traveling with a little one? We offer a Pack 'n Play for use during your stay for a one-time fee of $50. This includes clean, fitted sheets for your convenience. Just let us know in advance if you'd like to add this to your booking! ★Wildlife Awareness: Florida's diverse wildlife awaits responsibly; refrain from direct contact and adhere to safety guidelines. For more information, visit the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. Your unforgettable getaway awaits! ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Heated pool ### Internet - Available in the condo: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Electric car charging station on site - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Bathtub - Bathtub or shower - Bidet - Hair dryer - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - Up to 23 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - Lift - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the city centre - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the ocean - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Gym - Heated pool - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### 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) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Electric car charging station - Unit size: 896 square feet ## Similar properties ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87380000/87372700/87372623/w5189h3058x0y0-1c0baa49.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ocean Style 1/1.5 Condo The Strand Water View! 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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 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 This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C27.35234%2C-82.54719&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=dbMtE3ZIbmGrlEVu0roXSND54YQ=) Sarasota, FL #### What's nearby - Ringling College of Art and Design - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles - Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles - Marina Jack - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles - St. Armands Circle - 7 min drive - 4.0 miles - Lido Beach - 8 min drive - 4.5 miles #### Getting around - Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 6 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬17 min walk - ‪Sunoco - ‬11 min walk - ‪Origin Craft Beer & Pizza Cafe Rosemary - ‬19 min walk - ‪Kyuramen - ‬17 min walk - ‪Wicked Cantina Sarasota - ‬2 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Summer Special! 1/1.5 Penthouse at The Strand – Water View have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools. ### Is Summer Special! 1/1.5 Penthouse at The Strand – Water View pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. ### What time is check-in at Summer Special! 1/1.5 Penthouse at The Strand – Water View? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Summer Special! 1/1.5 Penthouse at The Strand – Water View? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Summer Special! 1/1.5 Penthouse at The Strand – Water View located? > Located in Central Sarasota, this condo building is within a 10-minute walk of Marietta Museum of Art and Whimsy and Ringling College of Art and Design. Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall and Sarasota County Visitor Information Center and History Museum are also within 15 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Summer Special! 1/1.5 Penthouse at The Strand – Water View Reviews 9.2 ### Wonderful 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 8 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8/10 Cleanliness ### 8/10 Good #### Charlie G. 13 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Well equipped kitchen. We enjoyed out stay, especially the fully equipped kitchen. Our host was especially helpful. ##### Charlie G. Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark D. 20 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Location Condo was very clean, great location, and a quiet community. We could walk to the grocery store, restaurants, and a nice park. The community amenities were great. We used the workout center daily, pool in the afternoon, and dog run. We rent often in Florida and this is one of the nicer units we have stayed at. ##### Mark D. Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patricia Z. 27 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Enjoyable getaway! Very clean. Management office was very helpful and easy to deal with. Would definitely recommend. ##### Patricia Z. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Norma U. 1 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent property My husband and I stayed for a month while waiting on completion of our villa. Great location and beautiful canal view out to the bay. Condo was well stocked with everything you need. Easy communication with the property manager. We would definitely recommend staying here! ##### Norma U. Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jan C. 5 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Sarasota Adventure We thoroughly enjoyed our time at the Strand . The managment company was so welcoming to us, and left a little welcome bag with some coffees and treats. The condo we stayed in was immaculate, and it had everything in the condo you could use to cook. It was well stocked with items for cooking. It even had an electric grill which we loved. We had the perfect view of beautiful sunsets to watch from the balcony. We were able to bring our Teddy (our little dachshund with us) and he loved it too. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us. ##### Jan C. Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### patti d., new york city 3 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice apartment in a good location on a canal Nice apartment in a new building in a great location. It would have been nicer if there was a loveseat or additional furniture on the balcony. And, the bedsheets could have been a better quality. I expected better attention to details for the money. But, all in all we had a nice stay. ##### patti d. Stayed 29 nights in Feb 2023 ### 4/10 Poor #### Babu b. 10 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Check-in, communication #### Verbo vs ABNB They gave wrong entry code stand two hrs trying to call every one . They changed code one day before thinking we won,y be there. Worst experience with VRBO Rental ##### Babu b. Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Fiore D. 9 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Winter get away Our stay at The Strand was very nice . Great location, very relaxing, sunsets and water view were a plus! Clara our agent was always available to answer any questions we had . We would definitely stay again. ##### Fiore D. Stayed 40 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Leslie A. 23 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy Disliked: Location ##### Leslie A. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024