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4 bed 3 bath Waterfront Home by Ralph Twitchell

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4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Smart TV, DVD player, table football, stereo
Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8186 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Sarasota, FL
  • Place, Bee Ridge Park
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, The Landings
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Coconuts Family Entertainment Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

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About the area

Sarasota

With a stay at this vacation home, you'll be centrally located in Sarasota, within a 10-minute drive of Siesta Key Beach and Sarasota Memorial Hospital. .This family-friendly vacation home is 7.9 mi (12.7 km) from St. Armands Circle and 9.8 mi (15.8 km) from Lido Beach.

What's nearby

  • Bee Ridge Park - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • The Landings - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Coconuts Family Entertainment Center - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • St. Armands Circle - 14 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Lido Beach - 15 min drive - 11.6 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Origin Craft Beer & Pizza Cafe The Landing - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Red Barn Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bangkok - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Walt's Fish Market - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

4 bed 3 bath Waterfront Home by Ralph Twitchell

Originally designed by Ralph Twitchell, one of the founding members of the Sarasota School of Architecture, this midcentury waterfront home is primely positioned in the heart of Sarasota on the shores of Phillippi Creek. With over 200 feet of peaceful shoreline​​ enjoy quiet moments of bird watching or kayaking the calm waters. The elegant home pays homage to classic design including vaulted ceilings, large picture windows, and spacious rooms with built-ins and storage. Practical features include an oversized​ utility/laundry area, a fully remodeled​ kitchen with a contemporary, open concept layout. With over 2000 square feet this home features 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms everyone can take advantage of their own space.
A little more:
Beautiful midcentury waterfront home on Phillipi Creek is close to all that Sarasota has to offer. 5.4 miles to America's number 1 beach Siesta Key, and only a few short blocks from stores, nightlife​, & other beaches. 4.8 miles to Sarasota downtown. This quaint getaway includes a kayak to enjoy the pure bliss of the calm ​​​waters of ​​Phillipi Creek as well as a game room including a pool table, foosball table, and plenty seating areas to lounge around and chat.​


Interaction with guests

Always available to answer any questions during your stay.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. A Smart television and a DVD player are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as an arcade/game room and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 accessible parking spaces
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Kayak
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights
Please return furniture to original place.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 15
Note from host: For events there is an Event Fee. Ask for price.
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

4 Bed 3 Bath Waterfront Home by Ralph Twitchell Sarasota

4 bed 3 bath Waterfront Home by Ralph Twitchell Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Randall R.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house and host were excellent. Everything was exactly as described in the overview and the many positive reviews. Really enjoyed the picturesque views from the living room and the game room on the lower level. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ansley S.

Liked: Cleanliness
We could not have imagined a more perfect place to stay and get married. From the very beginning, Liceth, the wonderful host, was accommodating, responsive, and genuinely invested in making the house and yard wedding-ready. We spoke on the phone numerous times and every detail was handled with care, which made me feel so much better planning from out-of-state.The home itself exceeded our expectations in every way. It is even more beautiful than the photos, thoughtfully designed, impeccably maintained, and spacious enough to comfortably host our celebration. Staying on the creek is a truly magical experience. It was serene waking up to experience the sunrise flood through the floor to ceiling windows, reflect off the water and be able to watch the wildlife wakeup with you. It was the perfect setting and felt very private for our wedding ceremony, cocktail hour and outdoor dinner. Afterwards, the living room was ideal for our dance party, with space to dance and plenty of comfortable furniture to relax.The rooms and bathrooms are spacious and the beds are very comfortable. The kitchen has everything you need and as a bonus there's a downstairs sink as well. Our catering company utilized both spaces.Thank you Liceth for sharing such a special property with us. We cannot recommend it enough for anyone looking for a tranquil getaway or an unforgettable event venue. We cannot wait to return one day to relive our special memories.
I (the bride) did my hair & makeup at the dining room table and got dressed in this room at the end of the hallway. The groom hung out downstairs in the game room
The photos inside and around the house turned out amazing. Our photographer and videographer loved it
We got married in front of the beautiful oak tree. The sidewalk is a perfect "aisle". We were able to fit 20 people in chairs on the concrete pad comfortably. Dinner and cocktail hour were right next to the ceremony site
Here's what our florist did on the oak tree – LilyBella Floral Design
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely beautiful place, we truly enjoyed it.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Liceth was very helpful during the stay. We found the amenities all as adertised. We had a wondeerful stay and would happlily rent this property again. Of note are the beautifully landscaped grounds and its tranquil location next to Phillippi Creek.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy R.

Liked: Cleanliness
This is a 60's home in pristine condition in a beautiful setting on a river. We LOVED it. I 100% recommend this and the owners. The kitchen was updated, but the rest of the house looked preserved for anyone to enjoy. Great AC, water pressure, linens, and everything else. FANTASTIC!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mid century style on Phillippi creek beautiful scenery.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location! Close to everything and loved having the creek right behind property to fish from.Would definitely book again. Liceth is great to work with!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Property

We loved how the home still had its original beauty. Liceth did a wonderful job restoring the entire property inside and out. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harry L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location- amazing Sarasota house

We loved our stay here- thoroughly enjoyed the seating by the creek- lots of fun birds and fish to watch. Had fun in the game room, loved the well equipped kitchen and living area. We hope to be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurel C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend stay

We really enjoyed our stay in this unique home. Sitting by the water each morning and evening was so peaceful. The rental feels more like a home than so many others I have stayed in. We had a fabulous weekend here.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peggy N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect in every way

This could not have been a more perfect everything. No matter the age or interests, it was absolutely amazing!! It’s in the middle of Sarasota and an older neighborhood, but it feels very secluded and private. Would recommend 100%!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diva K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice Oasis away from home!

My family came for our grandmother's 90th birthday! The host made this experience the best we have ever had! Super accommodating and attentive to detail. The house was super clean and inviting. The beds were super comfy as well! The pool was fabulous! We will be staying with this host again! Thank you for an unforgettable stay! ❤️ again upon our return!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tana W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful appointed Creek front property

This property is a gem, there are plenty of space for family and bathrooms. Kitchen is well equipped with all you need. Downstairs pool table and foosball were a hit with my boys. Outdoor space is absolutely perfect for older kids and we even saw manatees one morning
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This Is a beautiful home and perfect for families or a fun vacation with adults. We had everything we needed, everything was very clean and the home was very spacious. The game room and huge yard with a peaceful waterfront was a huge bonus!! The owners were great with communication and quick to respond. I would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie L.

Liked: Cleanliness

College friends

We have stayed here a few times. Have always found it clean and comfortable. It is spacious and has a mid-century vibe. It sits on a nice private lot backing to a river.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Howard E., Washington

Liked: Cleanliness

Great experience start to finish

This house was oerfect for our family trip to Sarasota! Beautifully preserved style, well appointed and supplied, easy access. Would recommend/have recommended to friends without any hesitation. 5+ rating!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathon G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Backyard

Privacy Is hard to come by in Sarasota. This property has nice backyard to relax in with the river running through it. The game room kept our kids entertained as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kari M., Alpharetta , GA

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful waterfront home!

Traveled to Sarasota with my sister and our young adult children to see our elderly parents. This home was such a treat and had everything you could need for a comfortable stay. We loved being on Philippi Creek with use of kayaks and sitting out by the water. Growing up in Sarasota this home was a gem and brought back memories being close to my high school. Would definitely stay here again and wish we owned this awesome home! Thanks to Liceth for sharing such a treasure and keeping the original retro home design in tact.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robson C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing back yard , cozy home

Overside my expectations , clean house , living room and kitchen has a very nice view of the river . All 8 adults, we all loved the house . We gonna rent the house again .
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

We really enjoyed our stay - accessible location, great layout for a group of adults, clean and comfortable. Would definitely stay here again next time we're in Sarasota!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Theresa Ann M., Menard, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect property!

Everything from the amazing mid-century decor to the gorgeous outdoor space, amazing views from every single window . . . just perfect. Saw an iguana, many manatee and loved the squirrels and birds, didn’t use the game room much but was a definite bonus.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rick S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Riverside Oasis

This is the second year our college buddies rented this house on Philippi Creek for our annual reunion. It is in a very private and peaceful setting that was perfect for our needs.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Everything you need.

Very roomy inside and outside. Wildlife: birds, manatees, and fish. Nice breeze and nice river.
Stayed 41 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family weekend

Beautiful views on creek, amenities galore, convenient location
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rick S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Private oasis for a college reunion

The property was very private and peaceful on Philippi Creek. It was a great place to get together with old friends.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022