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August Ringling Room - Stay in a piece of Sarasota history - Downtown & Beaches

Apartment in Sarasota with patio and fireplace

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Beach
Exterior
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Coffee and/or coffee maker
Travelers step into Sarasota history at the August Ringling Room, enjoying amenities like an on-site coffee shop, craft beer and wine bar, and two restaurants. The location is praised for its proximity to Lido Key Beach, Siesta Key, and downtown cultural attractions.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Apart-hotel

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2550 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
The current price is HK$1,166
HK$1,756 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov

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About this property

August Ringling Room - Stay in a piece of Sarasota history - Downtown & Beaches

Just minutes from beautiful Sarasota Bay and lovely beaches! This upstairs guest room, a 1 BR king with private bath, is located near downtown Sarasota and the beaches. Five minutes to downtown, 5 minute drive to Lido Key Beach, close to Siesta Key! The Reserve Retreat boasts onsite restaurant, coffee and tea shop, craft beer and wine bar, and an upscale restaurant open for dinner 7 days a week. Complimentary coffee in Jessie's Café & Coffee Wed-Sun from 8am-2pm.

We have two on-site restaurants! Jessie's Café & Coffee with Mexican and American fare breakfast and lunch from 8a-2p. Eat indoors at The Café or outdoors on our lovely courtyard.

The Reserve Kitchen by Chef Antonio is open 7 days a week. Dinner is served daily from 4:30-9:30pm. Enjoy lunch on Saturday and Sunday from noon-4. Dinner and lunch are served in a more formal setting in the lovely dining room.


The Reserve Retreat is a landmark property, steeped in Sarasota's rich art and cultural heritage. The three buildings were part of circus magnate Charles Ringling's estate before his mansion was built. At various times, it was a boarding house and a circus performance venue. Today, it is a redeveloped gorgeous property with three buildings on a single parcel joined by a beautiful outdoor courtyard. It is across the street from the Sarasota Bay and just minutes to Downtown, and both Lido Key and Siesta Key beaches!

Conveniently located near downtown Sarasota, the beaches, St. Armand's Circle, many performing arts venues, restaurants, and more! A great Sarasota escape close to the arts and nature and much more.

Washer and dryer on-site, too. Beach chairs and beach towels can be checked out for your convenience. Too many great points to list here!

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 550 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: this is an upstairs room

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
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
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Map
Sarasota, FL

What's nearby

  • Ringling College of Art and Design - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Marina Jack - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • St. Armands Circle - 7 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Lido Beach - 8 min drive - 7.1 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Sunoco - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Origin Craft Beer & Pizza Cafe Rosemary - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Ocean Prime Sarasota - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Wicked Cantina Sarasota - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is August Ringling Room - Stay in a piece of Sarasota history - Downtown & Beaches pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at August Ringling Room - Stay in a piece of Sarasota history - Downtown & Beaches?

As of 24 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at August Ringling Room - Stay in a piece of Sarasota history - Downtown & Beaches on 31 Oct 2025 start from HK$1,165.65, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at August Ringling Room - Stay in a piece of Sarasota history - Downtown & Beaches?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at August Ringling Room - Stay in a piece of Sarasota history - Downtown & Beaches?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is August Ringling Room - Stay in a piece of Sarasota history - Downtown & Beaches located?

Located in Central Sarasota, this aparthotel is within a 10-minute walk of Marietta Museum of Art and Whimsy, Ringling College of Art and Design and Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall. Sarasota County Visitor Information Center and History Museum and Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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