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Things To Do In Sarasota

THINGS TO DO WHILE YOU ARE HERE!

• Free Yoga on the Beach. Monday, Wednesday and Friday 9-10 a.m. (Siesta Key Beach) Bring your own towel, mat, and water. Donations taken. For more info call 941-320-6693
Ringling Museum: Mondays are FREE Admission. Open 7 days a week 10-5 (Closed Thanksgiving , Christmas and New Years) Estate grounds open from 9:30 to 6 p.m. for more info 941-351-1660
• Ringling By The Bay: Experience the Museum of Art and Circus Museum after hours every Thursday from 5-8pm Enjoy the Museum of Art’s permanent collection and special exhibition galleries, cocktails and great conversation on the loggia or on the Museum grounds. Cash bar and food provided. Limited seating. Admission $10 adults, $5 children 5401 Bay Shore Rd. Sarasota. For more info 941-359-5700 x5705
Lebarge Cruises: Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday 11 am Dolphin siting cruises. Every day at 2pm sightseeing cruises, everynight sunset cruise (depends on sunset) call for more info 941-366-6116
• Segway Tours 8:30-11:30 and 1:00-4:00 daily and ghost tours starting at 8:15pm, Call 941-363-9556
Sarasota Car Museum: Monday-Sunday 9-6pm 5500 N Tamiami Trail Sarasota, Call for more info 941-355-6228
Jungle Gardens 10-5 daily 3701 Bay Shore Rd Sarasota 941-355-1112
• Siesta Key Farmers Market: Every Sunday 7am-1pm Davidsons Plaza 5124 Ocean Blvd. Siesta Key
Mote Marine Aquarium: Open 10-5 everyday, 365 days a year. Children under 4 FREE, 1600 Ken Thompson Parkway. 941-388-4200. There are also eco boat tours, several to choose from, I’ve done them all and have really enjoyed them!
Drum Circle: FREE Siesta Key Beach near the main pavilion Sunday evenings about an hour before sunset. There are also Drum Circles on Saturday and Wednesday evening in Nokomis Beach. Just south of Sarasota.
Ski-A-Rees: Feb 3- May 19 FREE ski show each Sunday at 2pm 941-388-1666. Watch Spectacular stunts such as jump,barefood, ballet and pyramid. 1708 Ken Thompson Parkway, behind Mote Marine Aquarium on City Island.
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens: 811 South Palm Ave 941-366-3731. Snag a spot under the banyans, grab some refreshments from local caterers and sit back to enjoy an afternoon ouotdoors with some of Sarasota’s finest entertainers. From classically catchy and uplifting soul music to contemporary and original dancing, the whole family is sure to enjoy these Sunday afternoon treats. On April 21, Moving Ethos Dance Company performs an original productions to the sounds of Marc Mannino, classical guitarist, On April 28, Hip Pockets perform featuring musicians from the South County Jazz Club. Admission to the spring music series is included in the admission price to the Gardens. Adults $17, free for children under 11. 941-366-5731
• Marina Jacks Dinner or Lunch Cruise: 2 Marina Plaza 941-365-4232
Big Cat Habitat: 941-371-6377 1701 Palmer Blvd Sarasota Petting zoo, camel rides, Elephant Rides, Pony Rides
Busch Gardens Tampa Amusement park
• Wine tasting: Crescent Beach Grocery. Oct –June Third Tuesday of the month from 6-8pm. Wine tastings with hors d’oeuvers monthly. Chat with wine experts, visit with friends and sample from a dozen or more wines. Complimentary souvenir wine glass with $5 admission. 1211 Old Stickney Point Rd. Sarasota 941-312-0472. Wine Tastings will be held: April 16, May 21, June 18, Oct. 15, Nov. 19, Dec. 17
Painting with a twist: Uncork your inner artist! Come enjoy an evening out with friends, have a date night, celebrate a special occasion , or come alone and meet new people. Bring your favorite wine, beer, soda, snacks, etc. and have a party. They supply everything you need to complete your masterpiece, including a local artist. You can choose from 2 or 3 hour classes, the artist will guide you through a step by step. No experience is required! $35 for two hour, $45 for a 3 hour class. 5543 Palmer Crossing Cir. Sarasota. 941-822-0357
Lowry Park Zoo, Tampa. Features more than 2000 animals, 9:30-5pm. Children 3-11 $19.95, Adults $24.95, Seniors $22.95, free parking.

January 2013 Specials

We have some great specials for properties still available for January 2013. Many of our property owners are offering deep discounts to get their units rented. Give us a call today 941-349-8100!

Weekly Rentals:

http://www.findsiestakeyrentals.com/Sun_and_Sea_1.htm A cute cottage that sleeps 4, with beach access. located at 1142 Sun & Sea Drive.

http://www.findsiestakeyrentals.com/321_faubel.htm A three bedroom home that is very family friendly. Only available dates are Jan 13-19

http://www.findsiestakeyrentals.com/Our_House_at_the_Beach_604.htm “Our House At The Beach” Condo, located right across from the public beach. Great views! Sleeps 6

http://www.findsiestakeyrentals.com/Our_House_at_the_Beach_101.htm Another “Our House At The Beach” condo that sleeps 6!

http://www.findsiestakeyrentals.com/Palm_Bay_Club_335.htm Palm Bay Club Condo, call for available dates.

Two Week Min. Stay

http://www.findsiestakeyrentals.com/Harbor_Towers_426.htm Harbor Towers

Monthly Rental (must rent for the entire month of January)

http://www.findsiestakeyrentals.com/Boatyard_1554.htm Boatyard Condos, boatdock available as well.

http://www.findsiestakeyrentals.com/Island_Reef_204A.htm Island Reef Condo

http://www.findsiestakeyrentals.com/5507_Azure_Way.htm Pet Friendly Three bedroom home in Siesta Isles

http://www.findsiestakeyrentals.com/Gulf_and_Bay_107.htm Remodeled 2  bedroom condo in Gulf & Bay

http://www.findsiestakeyrentals.com/Gulf_and_Bay_301D.htm Gulf & Bay Condo

http://www.findsiestakeyrentals.com/Casarina_305.htm Casarina Condo

Island Reef Condo. New Listing!

Island Reef Condo.

Fabulous 2nd floor gulf front condo overlooking the beautiful Gulf of Mexico!  Located in the desirable Island Reef complex on Siesta Key, this spacious condo features extraordinary views of the beach and sunsets from the front room, the lanai, and the master bedroom. Beautifully furnished with comfortable seating areas in the living room & on the lanai. Features a formal dining area and well-stocked kitchen with kitchen nook.  Sleeps 4 with a beautiful master bedroom with ensuite bath, plus additional guest bedroom and bath. Walk-in closet in the master.  Washer & dryer are in the unit, and free cable & WiFi are provided.

Island Reef’s Amenities include many social events, a private beach, tennis courts, 2 heated swimming pools, fitness center, shuffle board, billiard and card rooms, barbeque areas, sauna, boat docks and a large club house. Located just minutes from some of the area’s finest restaurants, shopping, golf courses, arts and entertainment.

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October in Sarasota

Things to do in October in Sarasota

Oct. 5-7 Hungarian Festival. Held in the Sarasota Fairgrounds. 7-10 pm. Family Activites, pony rides, jumping castle, face painting. More Info Call 941-320-8253

Oct. 5 Skydiving Sarasota

http://skydivesarasotafl.com/location

Oct. 6 Kayaking with Mote. Sunrise Paddle. 7:30am-9:00am

http://www.mote.org/index.php?src=events&srctype=detail&category=Education&refno=4614

Oct 10-13 Jazz on The Bay

http://www.ringlingartsfestival.org/2012/performances/jazz-on-the-bay.cfm

Oct. 12-31 Rocky Horror presented at Venice Theater http://www.venicestage.com/index.php/home/35/412-rocky.html

Oct. 19 Fish, fun and fright at Mote Marine 6:30-9:00 pm

http://www.mote.org/index.php?src=events&srctype=detail&category=Events&refno=4545

Oct. 19 Performing at the Van Wezel , JOHN LEGEND

http://www.vanwezel.org/boxOffice/event.cfm?eveID=1233

Oct.20 Sarasota Pride JD Hamil Park 12-6pm

http://sarasotapride.org/events-2/

Oct. 20 and 21st Downtown Sarasota Art and Craft Festival. FREE. Held on Mainstreet. For more info see artfestival.com

Oct 26-28   Pumpkin Festival 12pm-10pm

http://www.sarasotapumpkinfestival.com/Pages/default.aspx

Oct. 27 Boo Run 5K

http://lakewoodranchrunningclub.com/?page_id=54

Oct. 28 – Nov 6 Chalk Festival

http://www.chalkfestival.com/

Oct. 29 Full Moon Paddle 6:30-8pm  Kayak and see the sea life that comes out at sunset.

http://www.mote.org/index.php?src=events&srctype=detail&category=Education&refno=4611

Oct. 30-31st Twelfth Night is playing at the Asolo Repatory Theater

http://www.asolorep.org/shows/twelfth-night/2012-2013

Oct. 31st Village Safe Treats , Halloween Trick or Treat in Siesta Key Village Shops 3:00-6:00 pm

ALL Month long , Thurs, Friday and Saturday nights Howl O Scream at Busch Gardens

http://howloscream.com/tampa/homepage.aspx

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September Specials

Three Bedroom Home with a pool. Available Sept. 1-8  and 16-22

Two Bedroom Duplex , sleeps 4 . Deeded beach access, available all month!

Two Bedroom Condo right on the beach! Available most of Sept. Call with dates.

Two Bedroom Condo Across from Siesta Key Beach. Available all month!

Two Bedroom Condo with fabulous views of the sunset on Siesta Key Beach. Available all month of September

Call for more information on pricing and dates available. 941-349-8100

Home and Condo Rentals, Inc.

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Annual Rentals and Summer Specials

Our Siesta Key office has filled all of their annual rentals but the Venice office still have some available.

You can find them all right here: http://www.homeandcondo.com/annuals.htm

Or call and speak with JoAnn 941-484-0670 and she will help you find your perfect fit!

We have some great Summer Specials for our Weekly Rentals on Siesta Key. Most have at least a three night min. stay but the rates are much lower than during season (Jan,Feb,Mar,Apr)  Check us out on the website or give Vic Harris a call and we can fit your needs with the perfect home/condo. We even  have some pet friendly houses so fido won’t have to stay at home!

Available Annual Rentals

Most of the year we stay 100% occupied with our annual rentals. We are always looking for more properties to add to our inventory. With that being said we have a few annual rentals becoming available soon.

We have a lovely two bedroom home with a den in a gated community called Turtle Rock. It is unfurnished, it has a washer/dryer in the unit. Lawn and Pool Service is included in the rent. The rental rate is $1800 per month and it is available immediately. For more info and pictures check it out on our company website http://www.findsiestakeyrentals.com/5116_Timber_Chase_Way.htm.

We also have a two bedroom two bath furnished condo on the second floor in Ashton Lakes off of Clark Road. It will be available June 1st. The rental rate is $900 per month. It is a no pet, no smoking unit. For more information and photos see it on our website at http://www.findsiestakeyrentals.com/5683_Ashton_Lakes.htm

Beach Rentals

Some reminders of things to add to your rental to insure repeat guests!

Nice sheets and linens. Not only is a comfy mattress a big deal but the sheets and bedspread you use also makes a huge difference.

Soft, large bath towels. (this goes for beach towels too) Remember our winter guests fly in (snow BIRDS) and they don’t pack beach towels so have plenty on hand for them to use.

Beach toys,chairs,umbrellas, coolers etc. Anything that would make your trip to the beach complete.

For those rainy days be sure to have cards, games and movies on hand. A flash light comes in handy also if the power is out. I like to add the camping lanterns and a small hurricane kit with batteries, water,the local hurricane guide that comes out in the paper each year telling them what to do and expect.

Leaving food isn’t necessary but it’s nice to have some cleaning supplies and the basics like ketchup and mustard,salt and pepper.

The more personal you make the unit with little notes welcoming them and telling them what your favorite things to do while you are here the more they will feel like guests in your home vs a hotel suite.

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December and January Specials on Siesta Key!

Three bedroom home with pool available Jan 7-31  Usually rents for $1700 per week, special price 10% off! Click Here

Two bedroom home with a pool on canal (wtih boat dock) December $900 week, Jan $1500 a week CLICK HERE

Two Bedroom condo right on crescent beach (already booked for Jan) Dec. 1-16 Price $1095 wk, Dec 17-31 Price $1295 per week :click here and here

2 bedroom Duplex with beach access and community pool $900 per week Special Dec/Jan , click here

2 bedroom condo across from Siesta Public Beach, 1st floor $1110 per week, 6th floor $1190 per week. (1st floor not available in Jan)

2 bedroom condo in Palm Bay Club on the bay side. Prior to Dec 18 $1015 a week, after Dec 18 $1575 per week

2 bedroom condo in Harbour Towers , two week min. rental …available Dec 1-25

2 bedroom condo in Casarina , right on the beach $5500 (must rent full months)

2 bedroom condo in Ashton Lakes (2 1/5 miles  to Siesta Key) $1800 per month

2 bedroom condo in the Boatyard condos $4000 per month

All rentals you must figure in cleaning fees, taxes and processing fees. Call today for availability and booking information! 941-349-8100

Home & Condo Rentals, Inc.

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November Specials

November Specials

 

$606 per week Harbor Towers (2bed/2bath condo) 2 week min.

$700 per week 1142 Sun & Sea Dr (2 bed/1bath Duplex)

$880  per week 321 Faubel (3bed/2bath home with pool) *Available Nov 5-19* pet friendly

$900  per week 5139 Windward Ave (2bed/2bath with pool) *Available Nov. 1-15 and Nov 22-30* pet friendly

$910 per week Our House At The Beach (2bed/2bath condo across from Siesta Key Beach –6th floor)

$1015 per week Palm Bay Club (2bed/2bath condo)*Available after Nov. 21*

$1095 Sea Shell Condo (2bed/2bath right on beach)

 

Monthly: NOV.. Specials

$1800 per month Ashton Way (2bed/2bath condo)

$3500 per month 206 Casarina (2bed/2bath condo)

$3400 per month Gulf & Bay Condo (2bed/2bath condo)

$3500 per month 5507 Azure Way (3 bed/2bath) *Pet Friendly*

$4000 per month Boatyard Condo (2bed/2bath) pet friendly condo, must be under 14 lbs.

 

Rates do not include taxes, cleaning fees, pet fees,or processing fees. Call for availablity and final prices.

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September Specials!

September Specials!

We are booking up fast for season but are thrilled to run some last minute September specials.

$606 per week Harbor Towers (2bed/2bath condo)2 week min.

$700 per week 1142 Sun & Sea Dr (2 bed/1bath Duplex)

$850 per week Our House At The Beach (2bed/2bath condo across from Siesta Beach –1st Floor)

$1100 $880 per week 321 Faubel (3bed/2bath home with pool)

$900  per week 5139 Windward Ave (2bed/2bath with pool)

$910 per week Our House At The Beach (2bed/2bath condo across from Siesta Key Beach –6th floor)

$1015 per week Palm Bay Club (2bed/2bath condo)

$1095 Sea Shell Condo (2bed/2bath right on beach)

 

Monthly: Sept. Specials

$3500 per month 206 Casarina (2bed/2bath condo)

$3400 per month Gulf & Bay Condo (2bed/2bath condo)

$3500 per month 5507 Azure Way (3 bed/2bath)

$4000 per month Boatyard Condo (2bed/2bath)

 

Call for availability~! Check out website for photos/videos and more info on each property. www.FindSiestaKeyRentals.com

 

*Prices listed are Rental Rates only, you must also add cleaning fees, processing fee, pet fee if pets allowed and 12% taxes to each reservation.*

Exciting new listing!

Even though I don’t have photos yet I just had to tell you guys about a new listing we picked up yesterday!! It’s a house that will sleep 10-12 people so bring on your big families. I am not sure about all the bedding choices yet but I know there will be a King bed in the large master bedroom upstairs and in the bedrooms downstairs there is a queen size bed, and a twin over full size bed bunkbed and a few futons…the house is on Siesta Key and only a short drive to the beach. There is a beautiful pool and it’s located in a quiet neighboorhood. I’m hoping it will be up and ready to be rented by August so start your planning now! It rents by the week or month so stay as long as you can! As soon as we get more pictures I will get them posted.

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Siesta Key Beach is #1

Dr. Beach has picked Siesta Key beach as the number 1 beach for 2011!

If you have not yet put your toes in our sugar white sand this is the year to come!

We would love to have you visit and take back all of the great memories Sarasota has to offer.  We have many family friendly rentals, some even include bringing the family dog! Check out our rental section of our website at www.findsiestakeyrentals.com or give us a call and we’ll match your needs up to one of our vacation properties!

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New Office

 

We have moved our office! We are now located on the south end of Siesta Key. Three blocks south of Stickney Point just past the 7-11 in Crescent Plaza to be exact. We love the new space! It is larger than the old office which gives us room to grow and the parking is fabulous! Our neighbors are great and if you have not eaten at Javier’s restaurant you don’t know what you are missing..it’s the bomb!  There is also City Pizza, Flowers by Fudgie, Key Casuals,Silversmiths Gifts,Salon Siesta, Miguels French Restaurant,Moynihan Realty, and of course Siesta Spirits, the only full service liquore store on Siesta Key and they deliver!

We hope that if you are on the key you will stop by and say hello. We have lots of free maps and brochures for area attractions with discounts on para sailing and other fun adventures. The address is 6623 Midnight Pass Road, Sarasota, FL 34242. 941-349-8100 and of course our website www.FindSiestaKeyRentals.com