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The Secret In the Springs Hideaway, a luxury efficiency at the Legacy Trail

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Jetted bath, hair dryer, towels, soap
Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Sarasota, FL
  • Place, Evie's Golf Center
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Forest Lakes Golf Club
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Mcintosh manor
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪29 min drive‬

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About this property

The Secret In the Springs Hideaway, a luxury efficiency at the Legacy Trail

Anonymous quiet hideaway
in the invisible, original Sarasota suburb from the 50's:
"Sarasota Springs"
which abuts the Legacy Bike Trail.

In addition to miles of biking throughout Sarasota County, our location is convenient by car to downtown, beaches and Rt 75.

YOU WILL NEED A CAR IN THIS NEIGHBORHOOD,
with your at-home-private-driveway parking.

300 sq.': everything at your fingertips......,
this efficiency is perfect for one, a little more crowded for 2! (2 week maximum on 2) no time limit for 1 guest. No pets, no children under 25. 6' by 6' window opens to delicious season weather over your private 100 sq ft sitting garden.
No one will cross your privacy: when your car is present. When your car is absent, we can blow leaves from your garden, and concierge your garbage and towels, as YOU choose.


Explore, cycle, rest, spend the day in your bubble tub under the skylite, ..... just enjoy a little old Florida... in your quiet sitting-garden in sun or shade and watch our fascinating population of birds, bunnies, squirrels and butterflies...

Uniquely affordable luxury accommodations are perfect for all explorations: local holistic, medical procedures (ie we are long renters to DATOLLI guests 4 miles away), local or remote internet work, cycling, local family, further learning the area, (ie real estate), and musicians welcome (double sound proofing)

Delicious choice of coffees and a full kitchen to make and keep fresh food daily, on your wide granite breakfast bar and counters : refrigerator, stove, oven, microwave, dishwasher, deep sink w/light disposal,...blender, pots, pans, crockery, cutlery, steamer, toaster, filtered water pitcher, bottled water to get you started, coffee maker, creamer, sugars, cooking oil; and of course plates, coffee cups, glasses and bowls, recycling and trash. We provide paper towels and nice TP.
Swiffer, hand and sweep brooms, sterile Chlorox covid-strength wipes, and variety of cleaners are provided. Make yourselves at home.

Keep in mind this is SUBTROPICS just above sea-level: NO OPEN FOOD, critters will find us. Tupperware and sealable zip locks IN ABUNDANCE between dishwasher and sink, below

Masterlocked 5' X 6' Beach shed is stocked with chairs, umbrellas, coolers, and stores your bicycles+ for neighborhood and Legacy Trail cycling etc. Masterlock key is 2nd key on your ring. We do not provide bicycles at this time....

Massage sore muscles in our jacuzzi bubble bath tub, with a selection of soothing healing salts, or in our 4 point massaging spa shower with endless hot water at high pressure under the stars/sun of our shower skylight. Stocked bathroom cabinet is filled with soaps, lotions, toothpaste and floss, shampoos, conditioners, sunscreens and aloes for that occasional sunburn, with space remaining for your toiletries.

Here we have GUEST mini-washer & dryer for YOUR PERSONAL ITEMS ONLY, with laundry detergent and dryer sheets, iron and ironing board...... We ask that you use guest washing machine for YOUR ITEMS ONLY and allow us to launder and replace the large beach and apartment linens which are too much for your efficiency washer, THANKYOU. We can retrieve your used towels daily, or you can place outside in the same white as for garbage bags found under the sink, and take fresh towels from ample supply provided.

We change bed linens once a week. You will let us know how is most convenient.

We offer daily garbage removal if you permit, or you can just place garbage outside of unit.

For hanging clothes there is a 15" wide pants length closet and 25 sq feet of folding space in drawers and on shelves, within pristine solid white oak cabinets.

Luxury finishes throughout, all lights on dimmers.

Shops for every basic and unique need are available nearby, within a short or longer driving distance. You will need to have a car at this suburban location.

Smart TV with 1,000s Xfinity channels including sports, Bravo, news, films, HGTV, hi speed internet, and a DVD player, with hundreds of popular movies.

An anonymous hideaway at the Legacy Trail, by car, minutes away from downtown, the beaches or rt 75. Perfect space for work, rest, biking and exploring Sarasota.
During your stay at this apartment building, you'll be within walking distance of Mcintosh manor. Features include laundry facilities. Free WiFi and in-room jetted baths are available in the apartment.
  • Air-conditioned apartment with kitchen, washing machine and patio
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • 12 minutes by car from Siesta Key Beach and 8 minutes from Sarasota Memorial Hospital
The Secret In the Springs Hideaway, a luxury efficiency at the Legacy Trail offers its guests laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Sarasota apartment.


Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

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.
  • Accessible parking space
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: You must have a car to stay here.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Motor boating nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 40

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

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

Rules

We are happy to enter daily when you are out to remove used towels and garbage. If you prefer we do not enter, place garbage, used towels outside
Efficiency washer is perfect for GUEST ITEMS ONLY. No apartment linens in small washer. Use bags under sink, place outside unit, we wash and return
no open food on counters, which will attract insects here in the subtropics. All lights, extra AC and TV off when you leave the unit

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
You must have a car to stay here.

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

The Secret In the Springs Hideaway, a luxury efficiency at the Legacy Trail Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

NORMAN C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Karen met me on the road, guided me to the driveway, and handed me the keysKaren , the owner, has been very responsive and personable. She lives on site.Unit can be identified by a red painted drivewayUpon entry, a guest a is greeted by a spotless living space populated by multiple small printed signs: instructions on how to and a few for do not.I actually found them to be pretty useful.The apartment is basically an efficiency unit, one living space with a separate laundry/bathroom at the end. The living space is comprised of a bed at one end, an easy chair for TV viewing in the center, and a kitchen with a counter and two barstools for eating. Next to the bed is a small desk area, which I used to plan my day and review the previous one.The TV is easily adjustable for viewing from any of these living space areas.Kitchen is well laid out.Laundry room/bathroom is spectacular.Shower/tub is magnificent. Shower has multiple nozzles to spray all body areas. The tub is a Jacuzzi tub which provides whirlpool action while seated in the tub. I didn’t use the Jacuzzi, but luxuriated in the shower. I stayed here for two weeks in March, 2026. I was very comfortable. I loved the location:Short trip to Siesta Key BeachGood eating : three reasonably priced buffet restaurants nearby, sushi, Mexican, and Amish. Detwiler‘s Farm market is an experience to remember. Baltimore Orioles spring trainingHome near This will be my home of choice for future trips to this area
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Larry C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great host ! Very clean, well equipped unit in a very quiet neighborhood. Karen took very good care of us. Looking forward to next stay! Much thanks to her.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Larry C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice clean and quiet unit. Very personal and easy to communicate with owner
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Theodore S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our apartment was very clean and very well equipped. Our host was very accommodating and pleasant to deal with. This was our third time to stay in this apartment. We enjoyed every time and would definitely recommend it to others.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theodore S.

Liked: Cleanliness

VRBO REVIEW

The VRBO that we rented was excellent. It was very clean, was well supplied, was in a quiet neigborhood and met our needs very well. We would definitely rent it again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula S., Bemidji, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Tiny home away from home

Nice area, had everything we needed at the home. It was a short distance for the bike trail.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra U.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful getaway!

Our trip to Sarasota was exactly what we expected. Karen was a wonderful host and the accommodations were perfect. The apartment was immaculate, and Karen was more than accommodating during our stay. Great time!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mel F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sarasota Apt

Small but clean, quite, good location and easy to get to key points on our trip. Space little small, kitchen fully stocked and nice bathroom space. Would consider again for a short stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alton W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful place to stay. Clean and efficient. Great shower and everything you need. Host was nice

Clean and nice in a quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen C.

Liked: Cleanliness

SJCPOD enjoyed.

Property was as advertised, perfect for a couple or single traveler. Clean, neat, private and quiet. Pretty much everything needed is provided. Close to Siesta Key which was our reason for picking it. Would highly recommend and would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theodore S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent Apartment

Our apartment was very clean, well supplied and met our every need. We highly recommend it and hope to stay there again!
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The host was extremely thoughtful and welcoming. Thank you so much.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved Karen's place! Karen provides every amenity we could think of and even more! She is very easy to communicate with ans very accommodating. Her place is the most upgraded place we have ever booked, and we have traveled extensively around the world! Thanks Karen!
Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

pete c.

Liked: Cleanliness

Your Mini home awaits!

I’ll try to make this short and sweet. You can’t and will not find a better place to stay. It’s local to anything you need, siesta key is a short 15 min ish drive. Best beach 🏝️ I’ve ever been too. Your host Karen is the bomb 💣! She answers any requests or questions you have super fast. I recommend this “mini home” that literally has everything you need. The tub and skylight was very relaxing after a long day! A LOT of thought went into the design of this space to maximize every inch of it. Well done!! Will definitely stay again. Thank you for your hospitality Karen. Much appreciated. Peace ☮️ love ❤️ and joy 🤩!! Loved my stay here!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerald M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Super Clean

Very clean. Modern Luxury Studio Unit. Fully equipped kitchen and bathroom. Ideal for one person but doable for two. Well stocked with many extras. Exceptional.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miss M.

Liked: Cleanliness

BEST VRBO AND VALUE EVER!!!

This hidden jewel is by and large the most well-appointed, CLEAN, comfortable, well- managed, well-decorated, and updated VRBO. AIRB&B, HOTEL, MOTEL, OR RESORT we have ever had the pleasure of staying in; Karen has thought of everything, shampoo, conditionner, sunburn gel in frig, bath salts, liquid body wash, sun screen, bubble bath, high-grade linens, over oversized bath towels, beach towles, over 200 movies-with an alphabitized list, cable TV- even the sports channel, condiments, bandaids, washer and dryer, you name it she has thought of it. THIS IS THE PRRFECT PLACE TO FLY INTO with just a carry-on as she has all the toiletries. Karen, the host, was so delightful! We liked her so much we invited her out to dinner. Karen even empties your trash for you. Private side entrance with your own driveway! The list goes on. Talk about value!!! The price she charges for what she offers is unbeatable, and we looked for over two weeks. Hurry, don't miss out on this opportunity before she realizes she is under charging! Pet Princess, the cat, for us:) And yes, Karen will quite literally leave the lights on for you!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Duane T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice quiet place.

Very clean place in a quiet neighborhood. Would definitely stay there again. The trees were dropping leaves and little fuzzies pretty heavily but the host did a good job of keeping the area as clean as possible.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kris S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Stay

Property is so cozy, clean and lovely. Perfect getaway spot for an active couples who enjoy a quiet retreat upon returning from activities. All of the amenities one or two people need are all provided. Great use of space. Karen is fantastic and we feel very pampered and cared for whenever we stay at her property.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherri W.

Liked: Cleanliness

3802 Dunbar Rd.

Host was great ! Very clean and quiet. Over all very good!
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy, clean and convenient

Cozy with all the amenities. Very clean, modern with lots of storage. Very nice bathroom. Very accommodating, friendly, and responsive host.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023