| all feature balconies, and most have beach and gulf views. . parking is complimentary. this beachfront all-apartment resort overlooking the gulf of mexico is 10 miles from sarasota jungle gardens and 8 miles from marie selby botanical gardens. the elegant 2- and 4-bedroom apartments have a beach vibe, and offer living rooms, free wi-fi, flat-screen tvs and laundry facilities. there are also sports courts, loaner bikes and barbecue facilities. amenities include beach cabanas, a heated outdoor pool, a hot tub and a fitness center with saunas
Tampa International Airport 1 hr 22
Tibbals Learning Center at The Ringling (22 min)
Ringling Circus archives, with historical documents, costume drawings & art (by appointment). Saint Armands Key (10 min)
Connected to the mainland by a causeway, this Sarasota Bay island offers a large roundabout & park. Sarasota Bay (9 min)
Named an estuary of national significance, this subtropical, coastal lagoon is popular for kayaking. Ca' d'Zan (24 min)
Once home to the Ringlings, this circa-1924 mansion draws inspiration from the palazzos of Venice. Sarasota Classic Car Museum (21 min)
Venerable site showing 90+ classic, exotic & muscle cars, plus antique music boxes & phonographs. Coquina Beach (13 min)
Long public swimming beach featuring picnic tables, cabanas & play areas, plus a casual cafe. Sarasota Jungle Gardens (20 min)
Historic attraction featuring more than 150 animals & shows in a tropical setting. The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature (38 min)
A planetarium, aquarium & history museum under 1 roof with dioramas & films. The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art (21 min)
State art museum founded by the circus magnate with 31 galleries in a pink Renaissance-style palace. Siesta Key Beach (29 min)
Fine white quartz sand that stays cool plus a playground, tennis courts & year-round lifeguards. Bayfront Park (15 min)
Waterfront green space with a promenade, playground, tiki bar & dramatic views of the bay & city. Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium (7 min)
Aquarium with a stingray touch tank & shark tank plus manatees in the nearby mammal center. Lido Key (12 min)
This barrier island connected to the mainland via a causeway features beaches, a park & nightlife. Marie Selby Botanical Gardens Downtown Sarasota campus (15 min)
Showcase for thousands of tropical plants, plus a conservatory & garden museum, in a historic space. Lido Key Beach (12 min)
Sandy beach featuring a concession stand, gift shop & picnic tables, plus a swimming pool. | 
