Holiday rentals in Desoto Lakes

Modern Private Apartment 1 Block from Sarasota Bay

One block from Sarasota Bay - completely remodeled and fully furnished guest apartment with a Miami deco feel. The unit is a little over 300 sf with full kitchen, one bathroom w/ shower, comfy queen bed, several stools/ chairs, flat screen tv, wifi, off-street parking, six USB ports for easy charging and sitting area outdoors on front porch. Five minutes to downtown or SRQ airport, 15 minutes to Lido Beach, and 25 minutes to Siesta Beach with easy access to University Parkway or Fruitville Rd.

The Animal House

Relax with the whole family at this peaceful place to stay. Fun animal themed, totally remodeled upstairs apartment with one bedroom and kitchen. Private entrance and on driveway parking. Private screened lanai upstairs with outdoor dining and room for family games or entertaining. Access to the pool and lanai (newly renovated), fire pit, treehouse, swing and your own gas grill for guest use. Spacious back yard on a cul-de-sac. Close to shopping, dining, beaches, the airport and the interstate.

Peaceful Braden River Oasis: Cottage

Come get away to this river retreat just outside of Lakewood Ranch. This property has three separate rental units on it including this charming single bedroom cottage with access to the river. It comes with everything you need to enjoy a wonderful vacation! The other units on this property are the Guest House, a larger studio unit 1 bed/1 bath sleeps 2 (Search Peaceful Braden River Oasis: Guest House) and the Main House, a 2 bed/2 bath sleeps 7 (search Peaceful Braden River Oasis: Main House).

Private apartment w/King bed+full kitchen

Welcome to our newly renovated apartment with King size bed and full kitchen. Parking in the driveway and self check in process make this is a safe and convenient stay whether you’re traveling solo or as a couple. Located on a quiet street yet close to the main road and access to the Legacy Trail + Pompano pickle ball courts at the end of our street. 5 minutes to Pinecraft, local ice cream, restaurants & approximately 7 miles to Siesta Key and Lido Key Beach and 15 minutes to Sarasota airport.

Beautiful University Pines Studio in Sarasota

Welcome to Beautiful University Pines Studio, the perfect place to stay! With a "BRAND NEW QUIET SPLIT A/C and HEATED UNIT" Located in a quiet neighborhood situated in the heart of Sarasota off of University Parkway, it is close to restaurants, supermarkets, and convenience stores, minutes away from Lido Beach and Siesta Key Beach, which is voted the #1 beach in the U.S. year after year, 4 miles from the SRQ airport, near the UTC Mall, local shopping centers, and the Nathan Benderson Park.

1920s Cottage in a Private Tropical Wooded Setting

Your perfect Sarasota getaway! This lovely little cottage is very private & isolated but just minutes from downtown. Modern conveniences & comfort nestled in a charming and cozy period cottage. You will make yourself at home in this tranquil, cozy, and quaint 1920's Old Florida Guest House. Nestled under a canopy of ivy-covered oaks, pines and the tallest of palms - where the flowers are always in bloom! This captivating cottage is your woodsy home base for all your Sarasota adventures!

Beautiful and Restful Sarasota Florida Retreat

This old Florida home has been updated with granite counters in the kitchen with newer appliances, ceramic tile, and wood flooring. There is plenty of room to spread out in the main living room and within the wood wall and ceiling finished gathering room. The backyard patio area is perfect for outdoor BBQs. The lush tropical landscaping provides the old Florida home feel. The best amenity is a semi-private outdoor shower with lush vegetation screening. Perfect for the outdoor enthusiast.

MG Tropical Stay. Fully private, no shared spaces

Welcome to your modern Sarasota Guest Suite – Adults Only, Private & Peaceful 🌞 Remodeled on January 26, 2026, this private suite offers a separate entrance and parking for two cars. Enjoy a cozy queen bed, full bathroom, and a kitchenette with microwave, mini‑fridge, coffee maker, and more. Relax on your private patio with a solar shower. Stay cool with a quiet mini‑split A/C. We provide beach essentials: umbrella, chairs, cooler, and towels—perfect for your Sarasota beach days 🌴

Comfortable + Functional Private Studio Apartment

This comfortable, clean, and private studio apartment is the perfect spot to relax- whether you're here on business or you've spent the whole day on the beach! Recently remodeled with a dining table to take your meals, hot water, a comfortable bed, and well equipped kitchenette, you will be lacking nothing here. This apartment is a guest suite attached to the main living area of the home and is completely private, however there is a resident who lives in the main part of the home.

Private Guest Suite with Kitchenette

Private and spacious suite with kitchenette close to the Airport, UTC and Downtown. This roomy mother in law suite is located on a residential road close to everything. Very clean and has all the amenities you need. Kitchenette with several appliances, complimentary coffee. Large bedroom has a comfortable queen size bed, living room has a futon that can sleep 1 person or 2 kids. Large TV with Roku and Netflix, plus fast WiFi. Parking in driveway.

Beaches, Shopping, Sculling-Sarasota is calling!

Escape to this 3BR, 2BA Sarasota retreat in a quiet neighborhood, just minutes from UTC Mall, Nathan Benderson Park, and a short drive to award-winning beaches. Sleeps 6 comfortably with a bright open layout, fully equipped kitchen, and cozy living spaces. The highlight is the private heated saltwater pool, perfect for relaxing after a day of shopping, dining, or beach adventures. Your Sarasota getaway starts here!

Magical Secluded Retreat

Light-filled mid-century gem, newly renovated with cathedral ceilings. A lush canopy of tropical plants and trees offers privacy and calm unusual for its central location in Sarasota's historic neighborhood on the Bay. Relax inside and out, and lose yourself in birdsong, gently swaying bamboo and beautiful nature. Just 10 minutes to world-renowned beaches and even closer to dining, shopping and museums.