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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Pool

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Siesta Key, FL
  • Siesta Key Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Crescent Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Point of Rocks
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Common Space

1 Double Sofa Bed

Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Full Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Primary Ensuite

Toilet

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Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Altez Vacations Villa Steps from Beach and Pool.

The Property
Find yourself in the relaxing comforts of Siesta Villa Laughing Gull. A single-story stand-alone villa, located in the beautiful private community of Polynesian Gardens, on the tropical barrier island of Siesta Key, Fl. The peaceful tranquility of Siesta Villa Laughing Gull is the perfect place to call home while relaxing & renewing on Siesta Key.

Siesta Villa Laughing Gull is equipped with the modern convenience of home including a pull out sofa for additional guests, wireless High-Speed Internet, HD TV's and an outdoor smoker/gill. The Master Bedroom features a King size bed, a half-bath en-suite, and an attached screened in private lanai, perfect for reading or enjoying the afternoon rain showers. The guest bedroom features one queen bed, stylish décor, and a large closet, perfect for additional guests or children.

Polynesian Gardens is a quiet community which features shady streets, a large well-kept pool, clubhouse, and private dock. Siesta Villa Laughing Gull is steps away from the Private Polynesian Gardens Dock, allowing easy access for you to spend the day fishing or watching the sunset.

Siesta Villa Laughing Gull is a short walk to the beach, and all supplies needed for the perfect beach day are provided. The Crescent Beach Access is one-half of a mile south, and Siesta Beach is just under a mile north of the Siesta Villa Laughing Gull. The white sand beach shoreline connects the beaches from Point of Rocks to the Siesta Beach Pavilion, and then all the way to the Siesta Village.
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The large heated pool for the Polynesian Garden residents and guests is steps away and provides the perfect setting for swimming and relaxing. The pool is surrounded by majestic oak trees which provides additional shade when needed and the tranquility of a peaceful setting.

Amenities
Large Heated Community Pool
1 King Bed
1 Queen Bed
Private enclosed Lanai
Smart TV
Bedroom TV's
Washer & Dryer
Fully Stocked Kitchen
Charcoal/Smoker Outdoor Grill
Beach Supplies: Chairs, Umbrellas, Coolers, Carts & Toys
Extra Bedding
Extra Towels


What Altez Vacations Provides
Find the Altez Vacations difference. Altez Vacations properties are backed by our meticulous 5-star rated Altez Diamond Property Standards birthed from our 35+ years of managing 5-star luxury hotels and resorts. Altez Vacations properties are vetted and audited to ensure our properties meet that standards and expectations of our discerning guests.

Altez Vacations furnishes all of our guests with the amenities of home, from toiletries to kitchenware, providing you with the best-enhanced vacation experience. Have fun at the beach with chairs, coolers, umbrellas, toys and more, pre-stocked into the villa prior to your arrival. Altez Vacations offers each of its residences their own Property Liaison to ensure any problems or concerns will be resolved in an effective and timely manner.

**Minimum Age 25: All Reservations must be booked by and accompanied by an adult who is 25 years of age or older. Valid photo I.D. may be required at time of booking.
**Reservations During the months of Jan-March must be for the beginning of the month to the end. Reservations that do not meet this time requirement may be canceled.

Cancellation Policy
Bookings canceled at least 30 days before the start of the stay will receive a 93% refund. Bookings canceled at least 14 days before the start of the stay will receive a 43% refund. Bookings canceled within the 14-day window are non-refundable.

Reservations of 15 nights or more may be canceled at least 90 days before the start of the stay will receive a 93% refund. Cancellations within 45 days of the check-in date and are refundable up to 43%.

Should a refund be issued, a credit to the original credit card in the amount of the reservation minus the cost of the cancellation fees will be issued within 5 to 7 business days.


FAQ
Q. How far away is the property from the closest beach access?
A. Polynesian Gardens is roughly 1/2 mile down the road from the closest beach access #12, located at the intersection of Midnight Pass Rd and Stickney Point Rd.
Q. How far away is the Siesta Key Village?
A. The Siesta Key Village is roughly 2 miles from Polynesian Gardens. The best way to reach the village is either by bike or the free Siesta Key Trolley.
Q. Are there beach supplies included at the property?
A. Yes, we provide beach chairs, umbrellas, coolers, toys, and a pull cart to help bring everything down to the beach.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Siesta Key

Located in Siesta Key, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. 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 Siesta Key Beach and Crescent Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium, or check out an event or a game at Ed Smith Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Siesta Key, FL

What's nearby

  • Siesta Key Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Crescent Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Siesta Key Marina - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Point of Rocks - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Turtle Beach - 6 min drive - 4.5 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Siesta Key Beach Pavilion - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Captain Curt's Crab & Oyster Bar - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Hooters - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Daiquiri Deck South Siesta Key - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Altez Vacations Villa Steps from Beach and Pool. have a pool?

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

Is Altez Vacations Villa Steps from Beach and Pool. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Altez Vacations Villa Steps from Beach and Pool.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Altez Vacations Villa Steps from Beach and Pool.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Altez Vacations Villa Steps from Beach and Pool. located?

This family-friendly Siesta Key holiday home is located by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Siesta Key Beach and Crescent Beach. St. Boniface Episcopal Church Labyrinth and Siesta Key Marina are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 34 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lee C.

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

Florida March 2024 Vacation

The house was as described in the listing. The house had everything we needed and was very comfortable and cozy. The bathroom could use an update but nothing is perfect. The screened in porch of the master bedroom was a great place to relax and enjoy the warm weather. The kitchen was one of the best equipped out of any other similar places we have stayed. We loved the location/layout of the Polynesian Gardens complex. There are about 70 single story units in the location and it's like a little village all on it's own with quite small streets lined with mature trees and foliage in the complex that we strolled every morning and night. This layout from our exploration of the area was unique to the Siesta Key area. The pool area in the complex was fantastic and large. They also have pier on the channel side that was a great place to watch life go by. Some of the downsides of the area are the gulf side beach access is very limited. The closest public beach access is about a 1/2 mile or slightly more and there is very limited beach area there for public use. Siesta beach which is one of the nicest and largest beaches we have been to but is approx. 1.25 miles away. You must get to the Siesta beach early AM if you want to park. We went in March (Spring Break Time) and the traffic can be horrendous so be prepared! Overall it is a great place to stay and we would stay there again.
Stayed 25 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave S., Appleton

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

Great location

As advertised and a fun location.
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine B.

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

Siesta Key

Property was very nice. I wish the beach access was closer.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Jerry C.

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

Polynesian Gardens

Great place to visit. The area can get crowded though.
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2022
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10/10 Excellent

mthuddy ..

Laughing Gull

Very comfortable, well equipped, with excellent service

10/10 Excellent

Jane L.

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

Loved the pool!

My grandsons loved the pool and wanted to be there all the time. House was immaculate and extremely well appointed. Comfortable, cozy and conveniently located. We’ll be back. And tank for the late checkout!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Diane Z.

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

Comfortable and great for kids

Good location for a quiet stay with young kids. Pool was lovely, the beach was walkable but we preferred to drive to siesta beach, which was no problem. Umbrella needs replaced.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Beth S., Minnesota

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

Quaint cottage in Siesta Key

We enjoyed our stay. The house was nicely furnished, had loads of nice linens and towels. The kitchen was extremely well-stocked. The owner was very responsive, even driving out to unlock the unit when we had locked ourselves out at 8:30 at night. The gas grill didn't work very well and the bathrooms could use updating. Overall very nice home.
Stayed 27 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chris K.

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

Comfort Plus

This property was very comfortable to be in. Easy to get around. Quite. Relaxing. It felt like being home without dealing with daily mail.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Luis C.

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

Awesome stay, beautiful home

I had an awesome stay at this beautiful home; the house was fully equipped with everything we needed for our stay and even for our trip to the beach. No need to bring any utensils, linen or even beach toys as they have it all. The conditions of the house was impecable. Although the house doesn’t have direct access to the beach you have 2 public beach access near by and it a 2 min drive you’ll be there. I would certainly repeat at this home at another time. This is what I would call a memorable stay!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ayodele R.

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

Beautiful Home in a Beautiful Location

We had an excellent experience during our Siesta Key vacation. The house was the perfect size for our family of four. The location is perfect! Very close to the main island entry point and a short drive to the beach or village. (5-10 minutes). The home was very clean and exceptionally well stocked. The owners have everything you need right there to make your stay comfy. There are even multiple pillows so you can have a soft or firm! We drove to the beach 3 of our 6 days and easily found parking and a great spot on the beach. We had to contact the management for a very minor issue which was resolved within hours. The pool is close to the unit and is great if you need a shorter day in the sun! We will definitely be back to Siesta Key and will definitely stay here.

8/10 Good

Jen J.

Great Location

We stayed here over Spring Break with 3 teens. It was the perfect spot to enjoy all the local beaches around siesta. We also enjoyed spending some time watching the boats go by off the dock. Everything was clean and it was nice to have all the beach gear we needed right there and ready to use.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Theresa V.

Comfortable home away from home during the month of February!

We love Siesta Key and the Villa Laughing Gull was everything the pictures and discription stated and more. The kitchen was well equipped with spices and cooking utensils everything you needed and more to prepare dinners and desserts. The beds were very comfortable. The south village was in walking distance as was Cresent Beach. Loved the trolly to go to the Siesta Key Village. I would definitely recommend the villa, Polynesian Gardens community is quite and wonderful the pool was great. Sean was there to greet us and help set up Netflix on TV. Beach equipment and cooler were good glad we did not have to bring ours down from the North.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

maria m., Stuart florida

Siesta key bungalow

Recently remodeled 2 br, 1.5 bath. Very clean and comfortable. Great community pool and fairly close walk to beach. Would stay there again :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Vladislav K.

One of the best holiday we had

The villa is located in Siesta Key, 10 minutes from the beach. There is free tram from Turtle beach to Siesta Key Beach with stop in front of Polynesian Gardens. The villa was fully stocked with everything we needed! We definitely recommend this place!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

kay l.

Great property. Great location

Everything was wonderful
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jean-Pierre G.

We spent 90o/o. Of our time I the LANAI =. great

A gem in a paradise village Very well equiped kitchen (maybe a little small) Most gracious owners---rapid & excellent service
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

john m.

cute villa

small-ish but had everything we needed for a wonderful visit. Pool is awesome.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Taia T.

Lovely place!

The villa, located in Polynesian Gardens, is such a nice, peaceful spot to stay. It's a lovely, cozy home that is nicely decorated and very clean! All the amenities and extras to enjoy your stay are provided - from beach accessories to kitchen and bath needs. The nearby pool is large and nice, with pretty flowers and trees surrounding it (as well as everywhere in the rest of the well-maintained neighbourhood). Siesta Key's gorgeous white sand Crescent Beach is a close 5 minute walk. Stores and restaurants are walkable distance, too. Owner was easy to reach, pleasant, and attentive. Would definitely like to stay there again. Lovely.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sue K., Noblesville

Spring Break 2016

The Siesta Villa Laughing Gull located in the Polynesian Gardens was a wonderful place for our family to stay. The location is wonderful. Located just 2 miles to the Siesta Village to your north and 3 miles to Turtle Beach to the south. We were welcomed by The Management Company upon arrival and a beautiful fresh fruit basket. The place was very clean and had everything we ever needed to cook, bake, relax at the house and/or amenities for the beach or pool. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Susan R., St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador

Excellent condo and location

We (myself and my husband) stayed for 5 nights and had an excellent time! The condo was so nice, very clean, well stocked and in a fabulous location. It was close to the beach and bike rentals. The resort was quiet and the pool was very nice - lots of shade and cleaned each day. Sean Altice was our contact and we found him very nice and prompt to deal with. We would definitely look to stay the next time we visit Siesta Key.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ann L.

First Winter Get-Away

I rented Laughing Gull Villa for 6 1/2 weeks. This was my first time as a snow bird. I loved every minute of it, and in no small part due to where I was staying. The house was charming, fully equipped, clean and very comfortable for me and a variety of guests who came and went throughout the time. Renting a house is so much better than a condo. You feel the privacy and uniqueness of an individual property that no condo could ever provide. Polynesian Gardens is an awesome community. The people are friendly, the grounds beautiful, the pool area impeccable, and the dock on the intracoastal a wonderful place at the end of a beach day or outing to hang out with cocktails meeting neighbors. The beach is the best ever and an easy walk from the villa. Sean and Kara Altice were terrific to work with, from start to finish. Whenever I had a question or a request, Sean responded immediately and with enthusiasm. I highly recommend renting from the Altice family, and hope I can do so again next season.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Marilee F.

Great Place to Rent!

This is a great property, well maintained and convenient to the beach, music and restaurants. The unit is decorated tastefully in a beachy theme and is very well appointed. The kitchen is fully equipped to cook and serve anything. The owner is very kind and responsive. She has made the place very welcoming and it feels more like a home than a rental. She has thought of everything. It is well supplied with beach chairs and an umbrella. The lanai is great to sit out on. The Queen bed is extremely comfortable. The complex is very quiet. The cable service and internet connectivity was excellent. I would definitely recommend this property. This was the first time I used VRBO and was greatly impressed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

George D., Canterbury

Perfect accommodation to experience Siesta Key

So much better than a condo, with all the amenities you could possibly wish for, with the beach only a gentle stroll away! The house is very clean and comfortable and it gives a real sense of community but also privacy and relaxation. Would definitely like to go back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Frederique M.

Beautiful place

Our stay was a real pleasure! The place is calm, clean, well decorated, well equipped, quite close to the beaches, with a nice pool! We loved it and warmly recommend it! Thank you very much!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2015

About the host

Hosted by Altez Vacations

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Altez Vacations specializes in the operation and promotion of vacation rental homes for vacation homeowners and their guests by merging the best practices found in the worlds finest hotels with the vacation rental industry to provide individualized, personalized, and comprehensive hospitality services.

Why they chose this property

The Siesta Laughing Gull Villa is newly renovated and decorated, all furnishings are high end and yet fun, , the location to the beach, pool, fishing pier, village is perfect! Everything a family may need has been provided including beach supplies.

What makes this property unique

A stand alone villa, not a condominium, so one has their very own home with yard, driveway and all! Newly remodeled kitchen and open floor plan. Directly across from the beautiful and serene Polynesian Garden Pool, and the fishing pier is right down the walkway. The community itself is very charming and a is a great place to stroll. The Beaches are only a short walk away, and activity choices abound all around you. The active and fun for all ages, Siesta Village is just over a mile away, and one of the best beach bars on the key, The Snikki Tiki, (live music and great F&B) is just 1/4 away - so easy to walk to and from. Yes, this is Paradise!

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