Condo - Rating 5 (22)

Gulf Holiday Unit 12


Bedroom 1 bedrooms
Bathroom 1 baths
Guests 2 guests
Pets Not Allowed Pets Not Allowed

  • Address: 73 Avenida Messina, #12
  • Location: Siesta Key
  • Type: Condo
  • View: Pool Views

Location Location

Description Description
Gulf Holiday Unit 12 by Tropical Sands Accommodations

Welcome to Gulf Holiday Unit 12, a beautifully renovated 1-bedroom, 1-bath second floor condo perfect for a romantic Siesta Key escape. Located just a 2-minute walk to Siesta Beach and steps from the dining, shopping, and nightlife of Siesta Key Village, this cozy coastal retreat offers relaxed comfort and unbeatable convenience for couples seeking affordable Siesta Key vacation rentals near the beach.

Highlights
-2-minute walk to Siesta Beach
-1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom
-King-size bed and Queen-size sleeper sofa (children only)
-Shared heated pool
-1 assigned parking space

Guests at Gulf Holiday enjoy access to the shared heated community pool, and convenient shared laundry room. With Siesta Beach and Siesta Key Village just steps away, everything you need for an easy, comfortable beach vacation is within walking distance.

This charming condo features a bright living area with a comfortable sofa, accent chair, and coastal decor, along with a queen sleeper sofa. A TV is positioned for easy viewing from both the living and kitchen areas. The newly renovated kitchen includes custom cabinets, new appliances, a dishwasher, coffee maker, toaster, and all the essentials for preparing meals at home. A dining table for two offers a perfect spot for morning coffee or a quiet dinner after a day at the beach.

The bedroom is newly furnished with a King-size bed featuring a pillow top mattress, accompanied by a TV for added comfort. The full bathroom is designed for convenience, giving guests everything they need for a refreshing stay.

Room Details
-Primary Bedroom: King bed, TV, Full bath with shower
-Living Area: Queen-size sleeper sofa

Guests can enjoy the shared heated pool, laundry facilities, and one assigned parking space. Located in the heart of Siesta Key Village, you’re steps from restaurants, live music, ice cream shops, local boutiques, and the island’s vibrant beach-town atmosphere. All while being just a short walk from the beach.

Offering modern updates, cozy comfort, and an incredible location near both Siesta Beach and Siesta Key Village, Gulf Holiday Unit 12 by Tropical Sands Accommodations is the perfect choice for a relaxed beach getaway. Book your stay today and experience the best of Siesta Key!

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Bedding Bedding
User User
Master Bedroom
Sleeps: 2
1 King

Attached Bathroom


Amenities 53 Amenities
Community Amenities
  • Laundry Facilities on Property
  • Shared Dryer
  • Shared Heated Pool
  • Shared Washer
Essentials
  • Air Conditioning
  • Beach Chairs Provided
  • Beach Towels Included
  • Bed Linens
  • Dryer
  • Free Wifi
  • Hair Dryer
  • Heating
  • Hospital Close By
  • Hot Water
  • Iron and Ironing Board
  • Long Term Stays Allowed
  • No Pets Allowed
  • Private Entrance
  • Required Stairs
  • Towels
  • Washer
  • Wifi
Exterior
  • Balcony
Fun and Entertainment
  • Smart TV
  • TV
Home Safety
  • Carbon Monoxide Detector
  • Fire Extinguisher
  • Keyless Lock
  • Smoke Detector
Interior
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Clothes Hangers
  • Clothing Storage
  • Full Kitchen
  • Living Room
Kitchen
  • Baking Sheet
  • BBQ Utensils
  • Blender
  • Coffee Maker
  • Dining table
  • Dishes and Utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Pots and Pans
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Toaster
  • Wine Glasses
Location
  • 2-minute walk to the beach
  • Residential Street
  • Siesta Key
  • Walking Distance to Siesta Key Village
Parking
  • One (1) Parking Space

Reviews Rating 5 (22) Reviews
Rating 5
Location couldn’t be better.
Becky - Posted: 4/4/2026
That’s hard to beat—thank you, Becky! Gulf Holiday Unit 12 by Tropical Sands Accommodations really is in one of those spots where everything just feels easy and within reach. We’re glad you enjoyed it and hope to have you back again soon for another smooth, beachside stay.
Siesta Key staff
Rating 5
Awesome place. Clean and adequate. No frills but the location is unbeatable.
Julie - Posted: 3/30/2026
Love this—sometimes simple and spot-on is exactly what you need, Julie! We’re glad you found the space clean and comfortable, and you really can’t beat that location, it’s what keeps guests coming back time and time again. Thanks for the kind words, and we’d be happy to host you again at Gulf Holiday Unit 12 by Tropical Sands Accommodations anytime!
Siesta Key staff
Rating 5
This was a nicely decorated, very clean one-bedroom second floor unit just 200 steps from the soft white sands of Siesta Key Beach and easy walking distance to several restaurants and a grocery store. The kitchen was well-stocked. The bathroom is has a fabulous rain shower. The water in the clean outdoor pool was heated to a comfortable temperature. The view of the beach beyond the pool in the signature photo is the view you see from one of the chairs in the living room/kitchen area, so you do have a beach view, albeit long-distance! The managing company was amazingly responsive to questions, with every one (made during business hours of course) answered in minutes. The only caution I have is to ascertain that you are ok with all the add-ons to the base price, which in our case amounted to about 50%. That may be the usual practice, I don't know, but it is not something I paid attention to until after I booked. In any event, we were very happy with it even at the higher price and I hope we return some year.
Verified traveler - Posted: 3/8/2026
Rating 5
Customer service was great , very clean and has all of our amenities. The only thing , our beach chair broke the second day due to rust . We loved our stay !! Would love to return again
Shelby - Posted: 1/2/2026
Thank you for the great review! We’re so happy you enjoyed your stay at Gulf Holiday Unit 12 by Tropical Sands Accommodations and that our customer service, cleanliness, and amenities made for a comfortable visit. We appreciate you letting us know about the beach chair and will be sure to pass that along to the team. We’d absolutely love to welcome you back again for another relaxing Siesta Key getaway!
Siesta Key staff
Rating 5
Everything was great!
Ken - Posted: 1/2/2026
Thanks so much for staying with us! We’re glad to hear everything was great at Gulf Holiday Unit 12 by Tropical Sands Accommodations. We love keeping things easy and stress-free for our guests. Come back and see us again soon for another Siesta Key getaway!
Siesta Key staff
Rating 5
Apartment nicely decorated.
Verified traveler - Posted: 9/18/2025
Thanks for sharing, Christina! We’re glad you enjoyed the apartment’s decor, little touches make all the difference. Hope to have you back with Tropical Sands Accommodations soon!!
Siesta Key staff
Rating 5
Julie - Posted: 8/5/2025
Rating 5
We love the location! Unit was clean and served us well! Would stay again!
Brandon - Posted: 6/29/2025
Hi, Brandon, thank you for the wonderful review! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the location and found the unit to be clean and accommodating. Your satisfaction is our top priority, and we strive to provide an exceptional experience for all our guests. Thank you, Tropical Sands Accommodations
Siesta Key staff
Rating 5
Extremely clean rental! Walk to everything! Couldn’t ask for a better set up for our weekend trip!
Chuck - Posted: 6/9/2025
Hi Chuck, thank you so much for the wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you had such a great experience with our rental and that the location was perfect for your weekend trip. It's always our goal to provide a clean, convenient, and comfortable stay for our guests. We appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback, and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
Siesta Key staff
Rating 5
Siesta Key is the closest to Heaven
This place is clean with everything needed inside and they had 2 beach chairs which was helpful. Its a block to the beautiful beach that is full of sand dollars and 11/2 blocks to the Village where you have all the shopping stores, bars and restaurants needed so we for sure will be back!
Bradley - Posted: 5/18/2025
Rating 5
This location was perfect for the type of vacation we like. The nearness to the beach and the village made for such a pleasant experience. The condo looked exactly like the photos and we were happy to have the beach chairs included as well. The complex is quiet and we enjoyed the retro vibes.
Nancy - Posted: 3/29/2025
This review gave us all the happy vibes; it’s what holidays are made of. So happy you loved the chill vibes, beachside convenience, and retro charm. Glad the condo lived up to the pics (we do our best to keep it fab). Beach chairs will be waiting for your next trip! 😎
Siesta Key staff
Rating 5
Ideal location for beach lovers
Easy walk to both the beach and the restaurants & shops in Siesta Village.
Glen - Posted: 2/2/2025
Rating 5
Best place ever
So very happy with everything. Listing did not do justice. Will be back!
Mary O. - Posted: 7/9/2024
Awesome! 🌟 It’s fantastic to know we exceeded your expectations! 😍 We’ll be ready to roll out the red carpet for your next stay! 🎉
Siesta Key staff
Rating 5
Siesta
Five star unit
Loretta N. - Posted: 6/21/2024
Can't wait to welcome you back for another amazing stay! ✨ 💕
Siesta Key staff
Rating 5
Osprey
We have a condo in Osprey which is getting remodeled because of mold. We needed an inexpensive stay. Great Location and was able to enjoy the location. Condo was clean and very quiet. Updated living was comfortable.
Marty S. - Posted: 6/16/2024
We’re so glad you enjoyed your stay, Marty! Sorry about the mold situation; we hope the remodel goes smoothly! 🛠️ What was your favorite local spot during your visit? 🍽️
Siesta Key staff
Rating 5
Perfect location close to the beach and short walk to the downtown with many bars, shopping and restaurant choices. We also enjoyed the private pool. Would stay here again!
Rachel - Posted: 6/10/2024
Hello Rachel! It warms our hearts to hear you loved the location and private pool. We'd love to have you stay with us again soon!
Siesta Key staff
Rating 5
Such a wonderful week long stay! Perfect location 2 min walk to the beach (literally we timed it door step to toes in the water). The condo was clean. The bed was comfortable.
Megan - Posted: 5/12/2024
Thank you so much for your kind review, Megan! We're thrilled that you enjoyed your week-long stay with us and found the location to be so convenient for enjoying the beach. We take pride in ensuring our condos are clean and comfortable for all our guests. If your travels bring you back to the area, we would love to host you again!
Siesta Key staff
Rating 5
This is the perfect location. 1 block to the beach, a few blocks to our favorite village. The community of people that own properties is plentiful and if we were unfamiliar I am sure they would have offered suggestions. Pool is warm and mostly shaded.
Elicia - Posted: 11/24/2023
Thank you for taking the time to share your wonderful experience, Elicia. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and the convenient location. You were terrific guests, and we hope to welcome you back soon!
Siesta Key staff
Rating 5
Best location on siesta Key!!!
1 block to beach, 2 blocks to downtown SK! Charming efficient rental complete with new kitchen with large fridge & dishwasher !!!
New walk in shower with beautiful tile.
Loved the rental and the delightful community.
Kris - Posted: 11/13/2023
Thank you for taking the time to share your wonderful experience, Kris. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to welcome you back again soon!
Siesta Key staff
Rating 5
You cannot beat the location and the sunset views. The unit was very clean and the management team is great at communicating. The unit could use some maintenance. Some flooring is coming up, there is low water pressure in master, the master room door does not close, and there are large water spots on the ceiling. But it would not stop us from recommending to others or staying again. We truly enjoyed our stay.
Dana - Posted: 9/8/2023
Rating 5
Great property
We had a great vacation. It was a great location and the unit was immaculate. My daughter and 3 year old granddaughter had an amazing time. We were so close to the beach and restaurants. We will be booking again.
Candy M. - Posted: 8/11/2023
Thank you for taking the time to share your wonderful experience with us, Candy. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to welcome you back soon!
Siesta Key staff
Rating 5
Perfect Spot
Seamless check in process, beautiful property, perfect for my husband and I. We will be back. Thank you for the perfect accommodations.
Kristine B. - Posted: 5/6/2023
Thank you for taking the time to share your wonderful experience with us, Kristine. We are glad you and your husband enjoyed your stay and look forward to welcoming you both back again soon!
Siesta Key staff
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