Very cute cottage in a great location. Walking distance to beach, restaurants and shops. Daniel was great to work with. Very responsive. We were a party of 6 adults but I can see how it would be great with kids too.

We had the best stay at Gertrude’s Village House for Thanksgiving! It’s a beautiful property steps from the village where all the action is. It’s steps from the beach too. Everything that you need is at the property. Beach chairs, plates, a fridge, stove, a grill. You can eat in every meal or wander out the back gate into the village. We will definitely book again at this property!

Great location....great house....great host....can't say enough good thing about this property. Right in the middle of Siesta Key....Daniel is extremely responsive to any needs or wants...highly recommend & would go back in a heart beat.

This ground floor home was perfect for us. Daniel was a gracious host that thought of everything that we would need to be comfortable. Including his wonderful concierge service suggesting amazing restaurants for us! He really gave us a lot of options. The beds were all super comfy and I felt right at home with the cool decor. I would recommend this super location to anyone especially if you enjoy the nightlife at siesta key. No driving needed right out the back gate and you're in between all of the action. Not to mention the house is super private if you want to eat outside or just chill out In the sun or grill.

This is the perfect beach house! It had everything my family needed. We had a ton of space with the three beautifully furnished bedrooms and two full bathrooms. Daniel provided everything to get us started. From beach towels and toys, to coffee and filters, laundry detergent and even a bottle of wine and a box of crackers, we literally could’ve shown up with nothing but our clothes and we would’ve been good to go for the week! It’s location, from the front gate to the gentle waves of the Gulf of Mexico, (just under a quarter mile) is ideal. The “Top Secret” entrance to the Village was a huge hit for my children and was their favorite part of the house! I highly recommend this house, as well as all the other Gertrude properties in Siesta Key. We’re already making plans to book this house next year!

We decided last minute to take a trip to our favorite beach, Siesta Key. This house had the perfect location. It was located one street away from the beach and was only a 2 minute walk to the sand. We also love to be close to the village, and this house literally had a back gate that popped you out right behind the main street. The house was very clean and the kitchen was great, equipped with everything we needed. There were only a few things that I would say needed attention; the master bathroom was old and needed updating. There was a very obvious "sewage" smell that was in the bathroom. Also, after a hard thunderstorm, the ceiling in the bunk room began leaking on one of our kids. It's an older home, but none of these issues affected our amazing vacation. I would recommend this house. Daniel is WONDERFUL and getting in and out of the house was a breeze.

We were a group of 5 best friends, since childhood. We had a wonderful trip and Gertrudes Village house was great. Close to everything. Would love to come back again. Daniel the property owner, was great to work with!

The location was perfect. So close to the beach and the village. Outdoor patios were great. Plenty of bedding, towels (both bath and beach) and beach chairs for everyone. The home is attached to another unit but the cement walls prevented any worry of unwanted noise. Daniel is so super friendly and quick when called with minor issues. The new coffee pot was amazing :) The kitchen and living areas small but manageable even with a group of 10. We would 100% return to this home or any of Daniels rentals again.

We are a family of 7adults and this house worked out so great. The location with a backyard gate to bars and restaurants and beach one block away! We had everything we needed to stay! Great vacation spot! Thank you Daniel!

House very cozy and in perfect condition. It has all the necessary services for a good stay. We were 10 people and we settled down perfectly. The location is unbeatable, 1 block from the beach walking and bars and restaurants. Daniel is super attentive and even sends an email explaining everything. The cleanliness is perfect. Upon arrival at the property there was a welcome cocktail. I would go back without a doubt.

This location is second to none.The village right outside the back gate and the beach handy too!The family voted it the best vacation ever.We would like to stay there again!

What a nice surprise in Siesta Key. We were so happy to have gate access in the backyard that put us directly behind our favorite shops and restaurants in minutes. The beach was another short walk. We would definitely recommend this to anyone planning a visit to the area and can't wait to stay here again.

The house is exactly like the descriptions and photos show. It is located 1 block from the beach.The house is completely equipped with all the thing you might need during your stay and more (even spare light bulbs !!!).Daniel was very nice to us and seems to be in every tiny detail.Strongly recommended for families

Couldn't beat this location. We slept 10 people comfortably. And utilized the grill and kitchen without any issues through out our stay. I will be renting from Gertrude again.

Couldn't beat this location. We slept 10 people comfortably. And utilized the grill and kitchen without any issues through out our stay. I will be renting from Gertrude again.

We parked our car for our vacation and we didn't use it until we left. Everything was walking distance. Gertrude's Village House has access to the restaurant and shops through the back which we used almost every day. The house is not modern but it has its charm. I really enjoyed it. Didn't hear anything at night. I do have to mention my brother in law said the room at the front of the house is a little noisy in the mornings. Cable and wifi worked perfectly... be prepared with mosquitoes spray it is Florida after all. We are from south Florida so we carry it everywhere we go. First time at Siesta Key and I hope to go back. Daniel is a great host, he responded right away to any concerns:

The rental is in the perfect location for beaches and attractions! Very comfortable space for families.

We had a great weekend with family and friends at Gertrudes cottage. W celebrated my brothers 30th birthday and it was epic. The location is amazing and Daniel will help you with every need. The best part is when you check out you just leave. No cleaning!! WOULD RECOMMEND TO ANYONE!

We had 6 friends for our girlfriend's 40th birthday and Gertrudes' couldn't have been more perfect. The décor is charming. The layout of bedrooms and bathrooms worked perfectly. The walk to the beach is lovely, and the location to town was perfection! There is a private gate in the backyard to the Daiquiri Deck! I would highly recommend this to anyone wanting to visit this area. Wonderfu!

As previously mentioned in all the reviews for this rental property, Gertrude's Village House is the perfect accommodations for a relaxing, rejuvenating vacation. Location, location, location - Gertrude's Village House is perfectly situated - the best location on the island - short walk to the #1 beach with soft, cool, sugary powder like sand, warm, turquoise waters so refreshing, plenty of beach for beach combing for shells. And then, thru the "secret" gate in the backyard, you find yourself smack dab in the middle of Siesta Key Village with plenty of shops, restaurants and bars providing all one could want or need. We've stayed at Gertrude's Village House 2 years in a row now, and plan to keep the tradition going.

What can I say - it was everything we wanted and more! Eight girlfriends together in a perfect home, perfect location,! We are planning our next trip: to Gertrude's Village House next year.Thank you for everything; ,you made it so easy and comfortable.

Excellent location! 1/2 block from the beach and 1 block from Siesta Village restaurants, etc. The house was very clean and comfortable. We had our 3 grown children (and one child's family) visit us in shifts throughout the week and the home worked well. When something didn't work Daniel fixed it immediately. Highly recommend this property.

Excellent location! 1/2 block from the beach and 1 block from Siesta Village restaurants, etc. The house was very clean and comfortable. We had our 3 grown children (and one child's family) visit us in shifts throughout the week and the home worked well. When something didn't work Daniel fixed it immediately. Highly recommend this property.

We came with the family for Thanksgiving and all of us had a wonderful time. We enjoyed the Beach everyday. We had our Thanksgiving dinner outside on the patio where it was warm and pleasant. We were close to the village where we could shop, walk around or grab a meal.

We gave our children and their families a week in Gertrude's house for their Christmas presents this year and we couldn't have had a better time! The location was just steps from the beach and shopping and the house was perfect for us. We are looking forward to returning for another visit.

We gave our children and their families a week in Gertrude's house for their Christmas presents this year and we couldn't have had a better time! The location was just steps from the beach and shopping and the house was perfect for us. We are looking forward to returning for another visit.

Beautiful accommodations. Location couldn't be better. Love Siesta Key. We'll be back for sure!

G's Village House is just as advertised, which is always a welcome relief when booking online! There's so much room with all the patios that it easily accommodates 8-10 people. Within easy walking distance to everything you want, just as others have commented. The short walk to the beach is easy and what a reward once you reach the sugary sand and turquoise water! Daniel was super easy to work with and very accommodating. We'll definitely book with him again!

Me and my wife stayed here and we had a wonderful time. The house can accommodate up to 10 people. There are 3 bedrooms (double bunk beds, queen bed, and king bed. The AC system in the house works well and there is a BBQ grill. The location is great 1.5-2 blocks to path that takes you to beach and main street with all the restaurants is right outside of the backyard. I would recommend this location. FYI Uber from Sarasota Airport to hear was less than $20. If you plan on cooking make sure to buy everything you need (seasoning, oils, etc.) Also they have laundry machines in the unit, but you will need to bring your own detergent. Pet Friendly as well, but the beaches near here are not.

This is the best location in Siesta Key! I stayed here for my Bachelorette party and could not have had a better time. The house was great, tons of beach chairs and amenities. The property management team does a great job detailing the house and the area so you can have a carefree vacation. Will definitely recommend to everyone I know.

The location of the house couldn't be better. It's a short walk to the beach, bars/ restaurants, and grocery store. The host was so nice and quickly answered my questions. It made my day when he emailed the day before checkout practically begging us not to clean the house so we could keep enjoying our vacation. I hope to stay here again !

A lovely place to stay, perfect location, great beaches, great location. The only thing I wouldask is if the pots and pans could be replaced. Even to fry an egg was kind of a challenge with those pans:) Loved it we wil come again for sure!

We had a great time staying here on our girls' trip! It's the perfect location near the beach, bars, and restaurants. The kitchen has everything you need and the house was perfectly clean! The garbage was taken away for us which was convenient. We also made use of the beach chairs and cooler. Wish we could've stayed longer!!

We had a great time staying here on our girls' trip! It's the perfect location near the beach, bars, and restaurants. The kitchen has everything you need and the house was perfectly clean! The garbage was taken away for us which was convenient. We also made use of the beach chairs and cooler. Wish we could've stayed longer!!

Très agréable séjour dans cette petite maison joliment décorée (quoi que un peu sombre) et très confortable, à quelques mètres d'une magnifique plage et des commerces de Siesta Key Beach. Le contact avec Daniel avant et pendant la réservation était très satisfaisant et très utile pour que le séjour se déroule au mieux. Nous y reviendrons avec un grand plaisir, ce fut l'étape la plus agréable de notre séjour en Floride.

Très agréable séjour dans cette petite maison joliment décorée (quoi que un peu sombre) et très confortable, à quelques mètres d'une magnifique plage et des commerces de Siesta Key Beach. Le contact avec Daniel avant et pendant la réservation était très satisfaisant et très utile pour que le séjour se déroule au mieux. Nous y reviendrons avec un grand plaisir, ce fut l'étape la plus agréable de notre séjour en Floride.

We stayed here for a girls weekend and couldn't have been any happier with our choice in a rental home. The house was adorable and very clean, and equipped with everything we needed for our stay. And you couldn't have asked for a better location! Everything is in walking distance - food, bars, nightlife, shopping, groceries, coffee - and an easy and quick walk to the beach. We can't wait to come back and stay at a Gertrude Rentals property in December!

We stayed here for a girls weekend and couldn't have been any happier with our choice in a rental home. The house was adorable and very clean, and equipped with everything we needed for our stay. And you couldn't have asked for a better location! Everything is in walking distance - food, bars, nightlife, shopping, groceries, coffee - and an easy and quick walk to the beach. We can't wait to come back and stay at a Gertrude Rentals property in December!

My family and I stayed this past week and it was very nice. So close and easy to get to the village. The beach was pretty close too. The home was very well kept and the owners were really great about giving us the best information and making sure our stay was comfortable. Definitely recommend :)

We stayed at Gertrude's Village House for two weeks in June. The location was great. Out the back door, through the gate, and we were on the main street in the village, close to bars and restaurants. The beach is a quick 2 minute walk away. And the pier is only a few blocks away and has the best sunsets ever. The house worked well for our family of 6 adults and one 2 year old. The beds were comfortable. The kitchen was basic but furnished OK. Our only suggestion would be for the owner to upgrade the chairs in the living room. The couch is comfortable but the chairs are marginal, and there really isn't enough comfortable seating for six. But that's our only complaint.

My husband and I and another couple stayed at Gertrude's for 4 days. It is an excellent location on a lovely street a few minutes walk away to the beautiful white sand beach, and literally a walk through a gate in the backyard to the cute village. (Shout out to Eat Here restaurant, excellent!!) Nice patio areas for grilling/eating if you choose. Gertrude's was overall nicely furnished and comfortable, 2 good-size rooms for adults on separate sides of the house (and 1 room with bunks for kids which we obviously didn't use). One bedroom has a queen bed and the bathroom is in the room. The other has a king bed, but you have to travel down the hall for the bathroom, and I worried it might disturb my friends at night due to the prioximity to their room. Also, the A/C seemed to be better in the room with the queen bed; even with ceiling fans, we were a bit stuffy in the king bed room, and it doesn't have windows, only the sliders to the patio which we weren't comfortable leaving open all night. There is a washer and dryer available, along with all of the other kitchen and bath necessities, as well as beach towels and chairs. There is a market within walking distance in town for anything else you need. We enjoyed our time there.

The location was perfect being so close to the village which had everything; restaurants and shopping. No pet fees - another plus. Everything was great except the bathrooms and kitchen were small and the TV was not plain. We had 1 steak knife to use between 4 adults. Other than that everything was perfect. Loved Seista Key and the sand is not hot to walk on; another plus.

We stayed three nights in this great rental in Siesta Key. The house had plenty of space for 6 adults and 2 kids. The walk to the beach takes a only few minutes. Lots of restaurants and shops are right around the corner. The house had a small but functional kitchen, two bathrooms, and a washer and dryer. The bedrooms were clean and comfortable. The house included beach towels, some beach toys, and some old beach chairs and umbrellas. We had a great time with our family here, hitting the beach in the morning and evening and taking a nice cool siesta here in the afternoon.

This little gem is the perfect get-a-way for a family or group of friends. I went with my daughter and her friends for her bachelorette weekend, and the fact that we were walking distance to ALL restaurants and shops was absolutely perfect for our purpose. The restaurants and shops are literally out the back gate and the beach is one block away. The beach lives up to it's reputation as the #1 beach in the USA. Perfect powder soft white beaches, warm turquoise green water and sandbars that you can swim to at high tide and walk to at low tide. The house itself is charming and decorated so brightly with lots of fun home decor. There were 8 of us and there was plenty of room for all of us. Two bathrooms can be a challenge, but we just showered in shifts. The kitchen is small but very functional and we really didn't use it all that much with so many fabulous restaurants within 5 min. walking distance. My only negative was that there is no recycling available unless you take it somewhere by car, but the trash was very convenient cornered off in the backyard. Gertrude's village house was perfect, I only wish we could have stayed longer!

First of all, thank you Daniel for taking care of our family on such short notice! This home is beautifully landscaped and well taken care of, everything you could possibly need. I wish our vacation could have lasted longer, this really made us feel like home. Oh, and no complaints with the beds and pillows, they were perfect!

This place has it all for the perfect getaway with your girlfriends! Plenty of room for everyone, the prettiest beach around and the Village has loads of nightlife fun / restaurants right in the backyard (or very short walking distance away). We slept 7 very comfortably and had room for maybe one more. We parked our cars and never got in them again until it was time to go home.

nice place to visit...clean...safe...the area would be alot more fun if we were partiers..that is our fault...few aa meetings in close proximity...beach perfect but not dog frienly...weather was great...people friendly town

Very nice 3 bedroom house 200 metres to the the powder-white quiet beach. Small residential street in the front. Out the back gate for commercial street with great bar/restaurants, shops and bike rentals. Ride down the beach on a cooler day on beach bikes! Daniel was very helpful and our requests were met with pleasant and immediate service. There is a bit of noise in the back bedroom from the restaurants nearby but not enough to be troublesome.

I highly recommend Gertrude's Village House for anyone who values sharing special times with family and friends. Well maintained and very safe property, relaxing accommodations. Daniel, Jon and Walter were wonderful. We appreciate their attentive care. We had a unique vacation experience and will always have memories that will last forever.

We rented Gertrude's House over the Christmas Holiday. The one thing that makes this rental so unique is the service that Daniel gives. The most attentive and accommodating rental we've ever had. The location is great- a short short walk to the beach. (many places say this but this really is) and a short walk to the restaurants, shops and post office. No car needed if you are going to stay put in Siesta Key. I hate having to drive and find a place for dinner so this was key for me. The house is spotless, the kitchen is small but has all the necessities. 4 (4 adults) of us were comfortable but the living area is small. Tv, wi-fi, location - and terrific host. You can't go wrong with Gertrude's House.

Excellent location for a weekend get-a-away! Perfect unit for a group to relax and have a great time! Perfect walking distance to beach and bars/restaurant spots!

We recently stayed at the Gertrude House for a fun ladies vacation, it was everything and more than we expected! The location is top knotch! Couldnt get closer to the beaches and all the action if you tried! As close as it was it was still quiet, private, and beautiful! Spacious, clean, great amenities! The decor was fun, trendy and sweet. Daniel was awesome! He gave us great recommendations for dining, beaches, and night life. He was professionally laid back...very pleasant to work with! We will be coming back and I would recommend the Gertrude House to anyone looking for a beach getaway in a true Florida fashion!

Had an awesome experience. Dan and Jon were great helps. Close to beach and the beach was great.

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We recently had a fantastic experience staying at Gertrude's Siesta Key Village House. The house was perfect, really great layout with two master suites and a 3rd bedroom that could easily accommodate another couple or 3 or 4 kids. Great location, so close to the beach and the middle of the town that we hardly moved our car. Daniel was the perfect host, getting us extra beach chairs, tips on restaurants and even checking in on the 2nd day to make sure we were happy. Loved this rental and experience and already planning to go back with more family and friends to Siesta Key and stay at one of Daniel's properties. Can't say enough good things about this house and our whole experience. Awesome!

We stayed at Gertrude's for 4 nights, wish it could have been longer. It was perfect for two families (4 adults, 5 kids). The location is great, just between the beach and town. Safe enough to let the older kids (9-13)roam a little and they loved it! The house was amazing! So cute, loved the decor. Everything was clean and comfortable. Daniel and Jon were great to work with, very accommodating. You could tell they really put their hearts into providing the best service and value.

I rented this house for a bachelorette weekend party. There were 10 girls staying in the house total. For the sleeping arrangements, it was a little tight because of the large number, but the living space was open and had plenty of room for us. The renter was available if we had questions or any dilemmas which was very helpful. For example there are just 2 parking spaces, but because of the large number we needed more spaces. He was able to offer some advice right away. The location was perfect! We could walk just a few minutes to the beach and in the other direction was a short walk to the downtown night life area. Overall, I would highly recommend this house for all occasions!

We stayed at the Gertrude's Guest House in Siesta Key for 3 nights for a girls weekend. The house is adorable and the location is SO PERFECT!!! You can walk to the beach, and you are just steps away from the strip where the bars and restaurants are. We had issues the first night with the A/C, and the very next morning Daniel had his team there to fix it and install a new thermostat. They were so friendly and accommodating, and even provided us another house down the street to use if we needed. The house was perfect for a group of 8 girls... the decor was really cute, there were plenty of towels, the beds were super comfortable. Bathrooms in this house are a little small but there are plenty of mirrors throughout the house to use for getting ready. They truly made our stay wonderful and recommend renting any of Daniel Jones' properties if you are coming to Siesta Key. No doubt you will have a great house, and great customer service!! We will be back for sure!!

I'm the kind of person who labors over the internet to find a nice place to stay at a competitive rate. It almost doesn't seem worth it bc it's so much work. But, I'm really pleased to say this property exceeded my expectations and makes me believer in owners who aren't trying to just make a buck. Renting from Dan was a pleasant experience from the first time I called him to inquire about the place. The rental was perfectly clean, thoughtfully furnished with all I needed, and located right between the beach and town. I had such a nice stay, I will definitely be back and renting from him. Highly recommend this owner/property.

My family and I had a wonderful time here. The house is close to everything you need,very cute, and clean!

What a beautiful house! We stayed in luxury. Plenty of room to spread out, sleep and not trip all over each other. It was located near the Village and the beach. Would definitely stay hear again.

My family and I enjoyed our stay very much. Everything is in walking distance I was very pleased.

Wow! This house was perfect! I surprised my mother with a trip to Siesta Key, FL. Finding this house was such a lucky break. Daniel gave great directions for local flavors, restaurants we would enjoy, and we tried them all. We were there for four days, and we still had restaurants on Ocean that were left to try. The house has a back door that leads to the main drag - this was perfect for my older grandparents with new knee surgery to consider. Walking was simple for me and my parents, there were a few places we had to drive due to the knee surgery but I think I'm a special case in that regard. 99% of families will be so grateful for the proximity, and sleep is not an issue, even with the Daiquiri Deck right behind the home. He has sound walls up on all sides, so noise is not an issue!The decoration of the home is so charming. I'm in love with the grey chairs in the living room, the couch was incredibly comfy, and with 5 people we could easily hang in the living room or front patio and visit with one another. There are deck chairs out front, a patio table out front, lounge chairs in front and back, and plenty of space for a larger group.The local private beach is 2 blocks away. Daniel keeps chairs, an umbrella and beach toys / towels for all to use. We were glad to have all, and went to both the public and private beach during our stay. I will say, the sand bar near the private beach is incredibly beautiful. We visited at sunrise, sunset and middle of the day. All three times were perfect, serene, and less crowded than the public beach. We happened to be there on the first day of summer, the longest day of the year, and it was incredible.There is a washer / dryer in the house, and we did laundry once during the stay. There is also a dishwasher, plenty of pots and pans, and a coffee maker. We went through all the coffee and bought more during our stay. There is a local grocery store within walking distance, but depending on what you are purchasing, you may need to bring the car for large purchases.Some things I would have liked to try but didn't get a chance: Big Olaf's ice cream, the free ride share, The Village Cafe, and segway / mini car rentals from Robin Hood's rentals. What we did do: the Myakka river airboat tour - very fun, and parasailing. If you're wondering whether to choose Siesta Key, I've got to say there really is something for everyone. Daniel has a few properties in Siesta Key and he's very conscientious to make sure you're choosing the right spot. I was looking at Casa Von Lopik but he asked about elderly, knee problems, etc. and we ended up at Gertrude's Cottage. How perfect. I'd bring back some younger friends and try the segway tour if I had the chance!

this place is great, located a stone's throw from the night life and an amazing beach. wish we could have spent more time there. super comfortable, sleeps 2 couples and 4 kids easily with plenty of privacy. we will definetly be back.