Sarasota, FL Monthly Rentals by Owner: Cost & Pet-Friendly Options

Key Takeaways

• Sarasota monthly rentals by owner range from budget condos to waterfront homes. Rates start around $10,000 per month for luxurious 3-bedroom pet-friendly homes.

• Four properties stand out: the Historic Beasley House with Heated Pool, the Lovely 3 Bedroom First Floor Condo, the Luxurious Sarasota Home near Siesta Beach, and 2400 Novus Street downtown.

• Sarasota County allows leashed dogs at dozens of parks and trails, but Brohard Paw Park in Venice is the only beach where dogs can go.

• Location and season drive pricing most. Siesta Key, Lido Key, and downtown properties cost the most, and January through April rates sit well above summer.

• Booking any of these Sarasota vacation rentals through Emerald Coast by Owner means paying your host directly, with no guest service fee added at checkout.

What You Need to Know About Sarasota Monthly Vacation Rentals

Sarasota monthly rentals by owner give you more space, privacy, and flexibility than a hotel, especially if you're traveling with a pet. But not every pet-friendly listing works the same way. Some have fenced yards for off-leash time, others offer ground-floor access for easy walks, and a few sit close enough to Brohard Paw Park for regular dog beach days.

What you pay depends mostly on where and when. Properties near Siesta Key, Lido Key, and downtown carry the highest rates, and January through April is peak season, so booking early matters. Emerald Coast by Owner charges no guest service fees. You pay the host directly, which usually means a lower total at checkout and clearer pricing. 

Top Pet-Friendly Monthly Rentals in Sarasota

1. Historic Beasley House with Heated Pool

The Historic Beasley House was built in 1926. 

Built in 1926, the Beasley House is a Mediterranean Revival estate located just steps from Sarasota Bay. It's one of the most distinctive rental properties in the area: a genuine piece of local history that has been carefully maintained and updated for modern comfort. 

The home sleeps up to 8 guests across 3 bedrooms, with queen beds and a twin daybed, making it well-suited for families or groups on extended stays. Pets are welcome here, and the property's layout, with multiple terraces and a heated courtyard pool, gives animals plenty of space to roam safely.

Key Amenities

• Heated courtyard pool and multiple outdoor terraces

• 3 bedrooms (queen beds + twin daybed), 3 bathrooms

• Washer and dryer on-site

• Free parking

• Professionally cleaned

• Pet friendly

• Steps from Sarasota Bay

2. Lovely 3 Bedroom First Floor Condo 

The Lovely 3 condo has 3 bedrooms and 2 renovated bathrooms. 

This first-floor condo sits on a golf course about 7 miles from Siesta Key Beach, and it lives more like a single-family home than an apartment. Three large bedrooms, two renovated bathrooms, and an open great room with French doors out to the patio give up to 6 guests room to spread out.

Pets are welcome, and ground-floor access makes the daily walk routine easy. The community adds a large pool, clubhouse, and fitness center, plus free parking, and the 18.2-mile Legacy Trail is close by for walks, runs, or bike rides with your dog.

Key Amenities

• Community pool, clubhouse, and fitness center

• 3 bedrooms, 2 renovated bathrooms, sleeps 6

• Granite kitchen counters and full kitchen

• Open great room with French doors to the patio

• Washer and dryer on-site (coin operated)

• Free parking

• Professionally cleaned

• High-speed WiFi

• Pet friendly

• 7 miles to Siesta Key Beach; Legacy Trail nearby

3. Luxurious Sarasota Home 

The Luxurious Sarasota Home has a private pool and can accommodate 8 guests. 

Sleeping up to 8 guests across 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, this Sarasota vacation rental is another option for larger groups on a long stay. Out back, you get a private pool, a hot tub, a fire pit, and a BBQ grill in a fully fenced yard, with an open-concept living area and full kitchen inside.

That fence is the detail pet owners care about, because dogs can run off leash without anyone watching the gate. Siesta Beach is a 3-minute drive, Crescent Beach about 10 minutes, and a smaller local beach is a 13-minute walk away. Free bikes are included too.

Key Amenities

• Private pool and hot tub

• Fully fenced backyard with BBQ grill and fire pit

• 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, sleeps 8

• Open-concept living area with flat-screen TV

• Free bikes, washer and dryer, free parking

• Pet friendly

• 3 minutes to Siesta Beach, 13-minute walk to a local beach

4. 2400 Novus Street

The 2400 Novus Street house can accommodate 6 guests comfortably. 

The home at 2400 Novus Street is a modern, high-end property that accommodates up to 6 guests across 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. It features an open floor plan, a spacious patio, and a large backyard with a seating area, a BBQ grill, and a fire pit, all of which make it especially attractive for pet owners who want their animals to have room to breathe. 

The property is located in Downtown Sarasota, with quick access to Lido Key on the Gulf of Mexico. Note that dogs aren't permitted on Lido Beach itself, so plan dog beach days around Brohard Paw Park in Venice.

Key Amenities

• 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, sleeps 6

• Spacious backyard, ideal for pets

• Beach equipment provided for guest use

• BBQ grill

• Minutes to Lido Key and Gulf of Mexico beaches

• Pet friendly

Pet-Friendly Sarasota Rentals: Summary Table

How Much Do Pet-Friendly Sarasota Monthly Rentals Cost?

Monthly rates depend on the property, location, and time of year. Budget-friendly condos are usually more affordable, while luxurious 3-bedroom pet-friendly homes with private pools and fenced yards start around $10,000 per month. Booking directly through an owner-managed platform like Emerald Coast by Owner (ECBYO) cuts out the service fees that other sites add on top.

Book Your Sarasota Stay with Emerald Coast by Owner

A month in Sarasota works best when the rental fits how you actually live. The four properties above cover most needs: historic character, ground-floor ease, a fenced yard for off-leash time, and modern downtown space. Match the property to your group, your dog, and your travel season, then book early.

We do not charge guest service fees at Emerald Coast by Owner. You pay your host directly, so checkout totals stay lower and the pricing stays clear. Your host sets their own rates, refund policies, and booking terms. Start browsing our Sarasota vacation rentals today.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is Sarasota popular for?

Sarasota draws visitors for its stunning Gulf Coast beaches, particularly Siesta Key Beach, which has repeatedly earned the title of #1 beach in the United States thanks to its powdery white quartz sand and calm, clear water. Beyond the beaches, Sarasota is marketed as Florida's Cultural Coast, home to the John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art, a thriving performing arts scene, and a downtown filled with independent restaurants, galleries, and boutiques.

What should I do in Sarasota, Florida?

Spend a morning kayaking through the mangroves at Lido Key, then catch an afternoon show at the Sarasota Opera or Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall. If you're staying long-term, the weekly Sarasota Farmers Market downtown runs every Saturday and is worth building into your regular routine. Nature lovers will also want to check Myakka River State Park, one of Florida's oldest and largest state parks, located just 17 miles east of downtown.

Is Sarasota pet-friendly?

Sarasota County designates 76 dog-friendly parks, preserves, and trails where leashed dogs are welcome, plus five fenced off-leash paw parks at 17th Street, Bay Street, Lakeview, Woodmere, and Brohard. Many restaurant and cafe patios along Main Street and St. Armands Circle also welcome dogs. One important exception: dogs are not permitted on any public beach in the county except the designated Brohard Paw Park area in Venice, so plan beach days accordingly.

What can you do in Sarasota with a dog?

Brohard Paw Park in Venice is the region's only off-leash dog beach, with separate fenced areas for large and small dogs leading straight to the Gulf. Closer to town, the Celery Fields offers paved and unpaved trails across a 400-acre stormwater park, and the 18.2-mile Legacy Trail runs from Payne Park to Venice for longer walks and bike rides with a leashed dog. For a shorter social outing, 17th Street Paw Park has double-gated entries, drinking fountains, agility equipment, and shaded seating for owners.

What makes Emerald Coast by Owner different from other rental marketplaces?

The short answer is fees. Other booking sites add a guest service charge on top of the nightly rate, and we do not. At Emerald Coast by Owner, payment goes straight to your host, so your final total is usually smaller, and there are no surprise line items waiting at checkout. Because your host handles the transaction instead of us, they also control their own rates, cancellation rules, and stay requirements.

 

*Disclaimer: Rental rates, fees, availability, and policies are subject to change and vary by property, season, and host. Always confirm current details directly with the property owner before booking. For more information, visit Emerald Coast by Owner (ECBYO).

About the Author

Joe Godar of the Emerald Coast by Owner Editorial Team creates destination guides, vacation-planning resources, and local travel content focused exclusively on Gulf Coast vacation rentals.

Our team researches beach communities, vacation rental trends, family travel planning, local attractions, and direct-booking best practices across Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, and Texas. Every guide is written to help travelers make more informed booking decisions while avoiding unnecessary third-party guest service fees.

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This article was reviewed for accuracy and updated using local destination research and current vacation rental market insights.