Close to Crescent Beach, LJ's Cottages 3 - BALCONY VIEWS BEACH POOL SAND SUNSETS provides amenities like laundry facilities and a hot tub. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.
Reviews
9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Entire condo
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
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About this property
LJ's Cottages 3 - BALCONY VIEWS BEACH POOL SAND SUNSETS
Summary: STEPS TO THE SAND - Welcome to your tranquil oasis on Siesta Key at our second floor 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom beach bungalow style cottage unit with plenty of room for family and friends. Enjoy the Siesta Key sands and famous Point of Rocks beach access just steps away. Relax in our expansive living/dining room while watching large 60in TV's, perfect after a long day at the beach. The properties amenities boast private balconies, tiki hut, shared pool, hot tub, grill, and parking.
The Space: This beautifully appointed living area provides a spacious retreat for relaxation after sunny beach days. Enjoy a well-designed coastal interior with split floor plan allowing your group room to spread out. The kitchen has everything needed to prepare family meals along with full size appliances. Bathrooms are split as well and squeaky clean.
Guest Access: You will received an parking instructions, door access code, and wifi instructions with your check in message.
The Neighborhood: We are located on Point of Rocks Road, beach access #13, on Siesta Key. The Siesta Key/Crescent beach area is a very safe area nestled between Lido/Longboat Key and South Sarasota communities. LJ's Cottages is walking distance to South Siesta Key shops, restaurants, ice cream, bars, Crescent grocery, pharmacy and liquor store. 1 or 2 miles to the main Siesta Key beach access but we have the South beach access just 3 homes down the street for your convenience. We are about 5 miles to Sarasota Memorial and 7 miles to Doctors Hospital. 7 miles to Main Street downtown district for shopping and restaurants, as well as Hollywood 20 movie theater and Marina Jack’s & Bayfront Park. The regional shopping mall and restaurants at the University Town Center (“UTC”) is 12 miles away as well as Lido Beach and Longboat Key.
Getting Around: Transportation is easy with FREE Siesta Key Trolley once you are on Siesta Key. https://www.scgov.net/Home/ShowDocument?id=32705. They run from 11AM - 11PM and will pick you up and drop you off on Siesta Key route. We are a 10 minute walk to the free trolly. Additionally Frog Hop and Johnnys Free Rides will also pick you up and drop off at our property. There is also a Bay Runner trolly connecting Downtown Sarasota to Lido Beach and Saint Armands Circle. Downtown Sarasota has a free with IRide system just in case you don't want to walk that is just a phone call (941) 444-2585 or hail a ride away. There is a county wide bus system SCAT. In addition, Uber and Lyft are very active in the area. There is also a bike rental, paddle board, kayak, water sport rentals, and Cart rentals at Siesta Key Bike & Kayak. In Siesta Key Village CaliFlorida Surf and Skate has surf and paddle board rentals. CB’s Salt water Outfitters for all your fishing and boating needs.
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Hot tub
Internet
Available in the condo: WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Breakfast available for a fee
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Location highlights
Near the sea
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)
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
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 and a first aid kit
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
About the neighborhood
Located by the sea, this condo is in South Village, a neighborhood in Siesta Key. 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. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Ed Smith Stadium or Longboat Key Public Tennis Center. Visit our Siesta Key travel guide
Does LJ's Cottages 3 - BALCONY VIEWS BEACH POOL SAND SUNSETS have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
Is LJ's Cottages 3 - BALCONY VIEWS BEACH POOL SAND SUNSETS pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at LJ's Cottages 3 - BALCONY VIEWS BEACH POOL SAND SUNSETS?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at LJ's Cottages 3 - BALCONY VIEWS BEACH POOL SAND SUNSETS?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is LJ's Cottages 3 - BALCONY VIEWS BEACH POOL SAND SUNSETS located?
Located in South Village, this condo building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Crescent Beach and Siesta Key Beach. Point of Rocks and Siesta Key Marina are also within 15 minutes.
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We had a great time staying just a block from the beach and enjoyed the unique pool and hot tub! The place was accurately represented in the listing and clean. It had everything we needed for our family's vacation.
We had a great stay at LJs place in Siesta Key. The cottage is clean and had everything we needed for a great few days at the beach. The kids had a blast in the pool! We will hopefully be back soon
PROS:
Location and convenience make this place super attractive. The beach is a short walk to the end of the street. Property is clean. deck is nice, washer/Dryer is super convenient. Comes with a pack and play, beach chairs, towels and beach wagon. All great amenities. Bunk beds are super comfy. Host was communicative and checkin/out was a piece of cake. Parking spot was helpful.
CONS: The bed in master bedroom is terribly uncomfortable and the pillows are thin. We didn't sleep well during our stay. Everything is nice and clean but also kinda... tired. The light cover is missing in the kitchen, there's some minor damage to a dresser, the shower fixtures are loose, the shower itself pulsates water, one of the beach chairs is broken. The sliding door out to the deck locks and is secure, but one of the 2 mechanisms is broken. A/C can't be turned any lower than 70 (I think) or it will malfunction according to a sign on the thermostat. You have to run the fans and use a vent booster to keep the master bedroom cool. The pool is kinda run down. Nothing that alone is a big deal and could be overlooked given the proximity to the beach, but taken together was a little frustrating at times.
Overall, I'd look for other places close to this one first, but would stay again with little hesitation in hopes that one of the other cottages (4total) had a more comfortable bed.
The host was great with an array of snacks and some starter coffee packets for the maker. The location is just a short walk to the beach. The provided beach wagon, chairs and umbrella were great to have. The condo was very clean and comfortable. We enjoyed the hot tub as well.
We enjoyed our stay. The cottage was clean, spacious and well equipped. We loved the proximity to the beach - just a few minutes walk. Will definitely recommend.
Great stay overall. Great communication with a ton of recommendations for things to do/places to eat. Super short walk to the beach and was great that some beach items were provided. Would stay again in the future.
Cynthia
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
4/10 Poor
Verified traveler
Feb 18, 2026
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
The location to the beach was totally as advertised. A nice 4-5 minute walk.Our host was very attentive.The actual unit is tired and did not smell very fresh. There are only four units. We were kept up the first night by snoring from the guest next door. Ear plugs were supplied!!Sliding outside door to the deck could not be locked.You do get parking. The pool is quite inadequate They supplied a nice bags game (corn hole)If you are used to a Motel 6, this is it.