Title: The Ashton Retreat- Vibrant and Chic Cottage 5 minutes from the Beach! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk

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# The Ashton Retreat- Vibrant and Chic Cottage 5 minutes from the Beach!

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- Overview
- Location
- Amenities
- Policies

Take advantage of a firepit, a garden and a playground at The Ashton Retreat- Vibrant and Chic Cottage 5 minutes from the Beach!. Free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices), and laundry facilities are available to all guests. 

## Reviews

10

Exceptional

### Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom888 sq ft

## Popular amenities

- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Free Wi-Fi
- Air-conditioning
- Outdoor space

## Add dates for prices

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## About this property

### Entire place

You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

### The Ashton Retreat- Vibrant and Chic Cottage 5 minutes from the Beach!

Welcome to The Ashton Retreat, a beautifully restored 1925 cottage where vintage charm meets modern comfort! Nestled 5 minutes from Siesta Key this hidden gem is your perfect tropical escape in Sarasota. Whether you're here for a fun beach getaway, a romantic retreat, or a peaceful escape, our cottage is the perfect place to unwind while staying close to all that Sarasota has to offer.

## Property amenities

### Beach

- Beach towels

### Internet

- Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

### Parking and transport

- Electric car charging station on site
- Parking on site

### Kitchen

- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Hob
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Toaster

### Dining

- Dining table

### Bedrooms

- 2 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided

### Bathroom

- 1 bathroom
- Bathtub or shower
- Hair dryer
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided

### Living spaces

- Dining table
- Living room

### Entertainment

- Books
- Smart TV

### Outdoor areas

- Barbecue grill
- Firepit
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture
- Porch/lanai

### Laundry

- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine

### Comfort

- Air conditioning
- Heating

### Pets

- No pets allowed

### Suitability/Accessibility

- Smoke-free property

### Services and conveniences

- Iron/ironing board

### 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)

### General

- Electric car charging station
- Garden
- Unit size: 888 square feet

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## Policies

### Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM 

Minimum check-in age - 18 

### 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 

### Pets

Pets not allowed

### Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

### 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

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 

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

Sarasota is home to this cottage. 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 Crescent Beach and Siesta Key Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Ed Smith Stadium or Stardust Event Center. [Visit our Sarasota travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sarasota.dx602719)

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### What's nearby

- Sarasota Memorial Health Care System  
18 min walk \- 1.0 mile
- Bee Ridge Park  
4 min drive \- 1.1 miles
- Gulf Gate Mall  
5 min drive \- 1.7 miles
- The Landings  
5 min drive \- 1.5 miles
- Gulf Gate Golf Club  
9 min drive \- 2.0 miles

### Getting around

- Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)  
32 min drive

### Restaurants

- DoughBoy Swift  
11 min walk
- Dive Wine & Spirits  
11 min walk
- Bangkok  
13 min walk
- La Violetta  
9 min walk
- Dive Cocktail Den  
11 min walk

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## The Ashton Retreat- Vibrant and Chic Cottage 5 minutes from the Beach! Reviews

## Reviews

### Exceptional

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### 10

Cleanliness

### 8.0

Location

## Reviews

Verified

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Chip S.

31 Mar 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

#### Lovely Cottage

The hosts have made this cute little place most comfortable. The only downside is it’s location adjacent to a four lane thoroughfare, which can create noticeable traffic noise. Otherwise, a very nice weekend get-away!

##### Chip S.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

Verified

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Sarah P.

6 Jan 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful house! Loved it all!

##### Sarah P.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

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