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Pool Day!
Stroll to the Beach for Sunset!
Kitchen
Game Room & Outdoor Dining
Home Sweet Home!

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 16324.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Lido Key, FL
  • St. Armands Circle
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Lido Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Single Bed

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Bathroom 6

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Luxury Family Home! Great Location! Heated Pool/Spa and Games! - The Big Top

The Big Top by Lido Key Vacations
Sarasota FL 34236
Vacation Rental License #VR22-00043
Minimum stay duration of 7 days/nights

The Big Top, offered by Lido Key Vacations, is the ultimate luxury vacation home for your family! This stunning, three-level coastal home on Lido Key features six bedrooms, five and a half baths, and elevator access to all floors. Just a four-minute stroll from St. Armands Circle and a ten-minute walk to the pristine Gulf beaches, you'll love the convenient location.

Highlights
• 10-minute walk to the beach
• Private pool with sunshelf
• Covered in-ground spa (Enjoy in any weather!)
• Games for the whole family! Foosball and Pool table
• 4 bicycles are provided for guest use
• Beach towels, chairs, and wagon
• 4-minutes to St. Armand’s Circle
• Dog friendly with approval and additional fee
• Multiple outdoor entertainment spaces

On the second floor, relax in the expansive great room with high-end seating and a Queen Sleeper Sofa. The fully equipped chef’s kitchen includes stainless steel appliances and bar seating for six. The sophisticated dining room seats twelve and opens to a balcony overlooking the pool.

Each bedroom is designed for serenity and elegance, featuring premium bedding, unique decor, and televisions. The primary bedroom boasts a private balcony, walk-in closet, and ensuite bathroom with a soaking tub and rain shower. Four additional King bedrooms each have their own ensuite bathrooms, while two bunk-bed rooms offer a fun space for kids.

Room Details
-Primary Bedroom, 2nd floor: King bed and ensuite bathroom with walk-in shower and soaking tub
- Second Bedroom, 2nd floor: King bed and ensuite bathroom with walk-in shower
- Third Bedroom, 3rd floor: King bed and ensuite bathroom with walk-in shower
- Fourth Bedroom, 3rd floor: King bed and ensuite bathroom with walk-in shower
- Fifth Bedroom, 2nd floor: Full over Full bunk and ensuite bathroom with shower and tub combo
-Sixth Bedroom, 3rd floor: Twin over Twin bunk and ensuite half bath
-Living Room, 2nd floor: Queen Sleeper Sofa

The outdoor pool area is a true oasis, complete with dining tables, plush seating, and games like a pool table and foosball. The private pool features an oversized sun shelf, spa, and a tranquil waterfall.

To make your stay even more enjoyable, we provide beach chairs, bikes, a cooler, and a beach cart, making it effortless to explore the stunning beaches of Lido Key. We can’t wait to have you as our guest!

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This property participates in our Professional Linen Program. This ensures high quality linens and towels are Always included for your stay. These are professionally laundered at a commercial facility for every guest.

This property has active video surveillance on the exterior public approach areas and the pool equipment.

With host approval before check-in, this property accepts dogs only (No cats or other animals are allowed). An additional pet fee will apply. See our Lido Key Vacations Rental Policies for full details.

6 cars maximum are able to park at this home. We ask our guests to please plan accordingly and coordinate with your group. There is no overnight parking available for additional vehicles.

We do not accept reservations from anyone under 25 years of age. We do not allow persons under 25 to occupy a property unless accompanied by someone over 25 years of age.

Please Remember: "You are vacationing in a residential area. Please be a good neighbor by keeping the noise to a respectful level during the day and night. Excessive and unreasonable noise can deprive neighbors of the peaceful enjoyment of their private property." *Exceeding the noise ordinance could result in disciplinary actions including fines and/or termination of your rental agreement without refund.

In accordance with the City of Sarasota's Rental Ordinance, this property requires a minimum rental period of 7 nights. The maximum occupancy for this home is 10 adults; however, children under 6 years of age are not included in the City’s occupancy limit. Lido Key Vacations enforces a total occupancy limit of 16 persons, including both adults and children under 6. Should you have any questions regarding the City’s occupancy restrictions, alternative homes without such restrictions, or details about our rates, amenities, or policies, please feel free to reach out.

Property manager

Lido Key Vacations
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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Sarasota

Located in Saint Armands Key, a neighbourhood in Sarasota, this holiday home is near theme parks and by the sea. 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 Lido Beach and Siesta Key Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium and Marie Selby Botanical Gardens. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Lido Key, FL

What's nearby

  • St. Armands Circle - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Lido Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Marina Jack - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Sarasota Memorial Hospital - 8 min drive - 6.9 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lido Beach Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Marina Jack Yacht Basin - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Columbia Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Old Salty Dog - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Daiquiri Deck - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Luxury Family Home! Great Location! Heated Pool/Spa and Games! - The Big Top have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Luxury Family Home! Great Location! Heated Pool/Spa and Games! - The Big Top pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Luxury Family Home! Great Location! Heated Pool/Spa and Games! - The Big Top?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury Family Home! Great Location! Heated Pool/Spa and Games! - The Big Top?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Luxury Family Home! Great Location! Heated Pool/Spa and Games! - The Big Top located?

This family-friendly Sarasota holiday home is located by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of St. Armands Circle and Lido Beach. Coolidge Park and South Lido Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kalan C.

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

Great Family Get Away Home

Location is incredible with this property just one block off St. Armands Circle. Home was well appointed with recreational amenities and had a well stocked kitchen. Bedrooms all had en-suite bathrooms and large closets, great light from many windows. Home has a waterfall edge hot tub connected to the pool in the yard. We had great communication with the support staff and were contacted as soon as the home was available to check in. Beds were quite firm but still comfortable. Home is spacious and set up for entertaining. It was great home for our family vacation.we would rent here again.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate D.

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

Big Top

House was great!! Amazing location! Very clean inside. House had a ton of room and lived the set up inside!!! The company was very responsive and easy to get in touch with. The only complaint is the pool areas. The staircase was hard with kids and the tile was very slick. The pool deck could have been cleaner.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

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

Great House at a Great Location

House is beautiful - lots of room for big family events - well equipped and flows well. Perfect location - steps to the beach and St Amands shops and restaurants Loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Jackie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Family holiday

Property was nice but needs maintenance.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas N.

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

End of the Summer Party

A wonderful experience
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas L., Jeffersonville, In US

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

Florida Family Vacation

House is very large to handle up to 16. We had 13 and did not feel crowded. Nice pool. Close to beach, shopping and restaurants.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

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

Beautiful Home-Great Location

Upon entering the door, our WOWS began. It was very clean, well equipped and great location. The teens were safely walking or riding the bikes to Starbucks in the morning and Kilwan’s for ice cream in the afternoon. Walking to the beach for sunsets, to restaurants, and just around the area was enjoyed by all. The pool was warm and used for hours every day. Best family reunion ever!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bruce T.

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

Nice

Nice
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Gabrielle R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Pool!

We enjoyed our stay. The pool and outdoor grassy area was super nice. There does need to be a drainage system in the outdoor seating area/ gaming area. Water puddles up and creates a great breeding ground for mosquitoes. Overall we enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Olga N.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Very nice house with horrible cleaning service

We had a great opportunity to enjoy this beautiful big house for a big family in a great neighborhood near Lido Key circle and nice short road to the beach. However, our check-in brought us a lot of surprises. First of all, the cleaning service was just horrible. We came to a dirty house. The floor wasn’t clean at all. Huge slide door in the living room was so dirty and had a lot of gray lines on glass. The room, where was my sis-in-law was so big and nice, but the shower wasn’t cleaned at all. There were a hair in the shower. There was a dust and send on the beds upstairs. The hangers on the bedroom on second floor was broken, so people couldn’t open and close the door. There was always problems with a code on front door, which they try to fix, but it still didn’t work well. We paid over $600 for cleaning service and we must to clean this house to stay, either way being in this house was unsafe. So in all the house is very beautiful and good for big family, but I only come there again if they going tho change cleaning service.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

David R.

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

Big Top ion Lido Key

The property was outstanding
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G., Jamestown TN

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

Our favorite house!

My family and I love this property, this is our second time staying her and it did not disappoint!
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ruth R., St. Louis, MO

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

Great Location

Plenty of bedrooms for our family and appreciate quick response to any issues that came up. Walkability to restaurants and beach was perfect.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

dennis g.

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

Great location

Really good
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G., Jamestown TN

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

Beautiful property and perfect location

We really enjoyed staying at this property! It had everything we needed for our family with the pool and close proximity to St. Armands Circle. We loved the area and are already booked to come back in January. Can't wait!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rachel S.

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

Amazing!

Property was amazing and property manager was quick to respond with any questions!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Diane W., Napa, CA

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

Family getaway

The property was perfect for our large family group. The pool was enjoyed by everyone and being able to walk to both St. Armands circle and the beach was key. Only small complaint was the lack of refrigerator space for such a large home. There is a second refrigerator in the garage, thank goodness, but it would have been nice to have everything in one spot. One of the master bath sinks did not drain, and although a maintenance person came out, it never did drain properly. However, very minor problems, and overall we had a wonderful experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rakesh K., Chicago US

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

Terrific stay for your family

Terrific on all fronts.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

Andraya P., Clinton Township

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

Great for a Friend's Getaway!

Overall, the 12 of us were very pleased with the accomodations and the location was absolutely perfect. When we did run into problems, Adam was able to fix them pretty quickly. Loved having the huge master suite, chill/gaming area, the beach chairs, towels, 2 laundry facilities, extra fridge and freezer space. Only downside, coming in to such an extravagant house, our expectations were that everything would be that way. Having to leave the air at 72, was not always the coldest and due to it being a rental property, some aspects were on the cheap side. We totally understand the money making side of this, but nicer luxuries for your guests would be highly recommend. Thanks for an overall great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Damianos L.

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

Great house that is convenient and loved the pool !

Family getaway for a week. First time visit to Sarasota area and we will be back !
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ava T.

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

Getaway

Amazing, everything was perfect!

10/10 Excellent

Alan B., Idaho Falls, USA

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

The property was great, we enjoyed our stay

Working with the property manager was easy and the communication was very good. Highly recommend it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Margret D.

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

Awesome

Awesome house for a large family in a great location!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Jacquelyn C.

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

Great house and convenient location

the house was perfect for our annual family vacation. We'll laid out., Supplied and convenient to beach and shopping. Trevor was great in addressing our needs and problems we had with dishwasher and icemaker. The only negative is the air conditioning system is programmed and locked into 74 degrees. We could not adjust. Got pretty hot sometimes and made sleeping uncomfortable. Not user friendly at all.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Menno L.

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

Great

Great
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2020

About the host

Hosted by Lido Key Vacations

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Why they chose this property

All of the shops, dining, entertainment is at your fingertips when you stay with us here. Walking distance to everything, and the property itself is amazing and it offers numerous amenities that you’ll love!

What makes this property unique

Location. Location. Location. The ease of use is incredible. Walk Everywhere and Enjoy paradise with ease. You’ll love everything about this amazing rental property!

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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests