THE RESERVE RETREAT SARASOTA, Sarasota
Hotel Details
The Reserve Retreat - Historic Ringling Family Estate with Restaurant and Gardens in Arts District
Located in a former Ringling family residence, this historic Sarasota hotel combines six unique guest rooms and a 700-square-foot casita in the Indian Beach/Sapphire Shores neighborhood. Three accommodations feature full kitchens, while all rooms include king-size beds, private ensuite bathrooms, and air conditioning. The Reserve Retreat houses two on-site dining venues: a casual American café serving breakfast and lunch, plus a restaurant offering fresh seafood and steak dishes from Wednesday to Thursday, 5-9 PM. Live music performances include Coastal Steve Bramow playing rock, blues, and contemporary tunes during Sunday brunch from noon to 2 PM. The property maintains a coffee shop serving Java Dawg organic coffee and a bar offering French single estate wines. Positioned in the Arts District, the hotel stands 0.5 miles from Art Center Sarasota, 1 mile from Palm Avenue Shops, and 6 miles from Sarasota Bradenton International Airport. The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art is situated 2.5 miles away.
The Reserve Retreat: Pros
- Early 1900s romantic ambiance preserved in historic architecture - Pet-friendly rooms accommodate two pets under 40 pounds - Outdoor dining area between buildings features live music performances - Complimentary beach chairs and towels provided for guests - Free parking available on premises
The Reserve Retreat: Cons
- Pet accommodation limited to specific rooms with additional fees ($50 for 1-4 nights, $100 for 5+ nights) - 6 miles distance from airport may require transportation planning
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- Concierge desk
- Pets allowed
- Coffee shop
- Fireplace
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
Sports & Fitness
- Wind surfing
- Snorkeling
- Canoeing
- Cycling
- Golf course
- Fishing
Guest Parking
- Dryer
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Services
- Grocery shopping service
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Outdoor dining area
Spa & Leisure
- Sun loungers
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Garden furniture
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Dryer
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Parquet floor
Location
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