It’s shabby chic meets high tech and it’s all in the details! Elegant, light and airy and just darn adorable best describes The Urban Cottage. Guests rave about The Urban Cottage and have given over 25 5 Star ratings. Come and experience the luxury of a perfect couples get away! Monthly discounts are available.
The Urban Cottage at The Bryant House is a newly restored 950 square foot Historic cottage just blocks away from the inter coastal waterway. It was built in 1939 for Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Bryant. As owners of McKown's Market, the Bryants worked downtown and raised their family in this quaint cottage. Lovingly restored, the sensitive and sustainable renovation has maintained a cottage feel with all the modern conveniences in a fantastic downtown location.
The majestic hand carved Mahogany 4 Post king-sized bed along with high quality bedding and down comforters creates a romantic, elegant Master Bedroom that is spacious and inviting. The Living Room has views of 50 year old azalea bushes planted by Mrs. Bryant in the front garden. A leather sectional couch provides a comfortable resting area for guests. The open floor plan allows viewing of the 40” LED Smart TV from the Kitchen, Living and Dining Rooms. The sparkling new eat in gourmet Kitchen overlooks the private back yard and has all the amenities including brand new appliances with washer and dryer. A modern spa inspired Bath Room has tile, marble, inlaid pebble stone and a walk in shower with fresh fluffy towels provided. The bright and sunny Dining Room has windows on 3 walls, French doors and a dining table that seats 6 with a picturesque view that lets you enjoy Florida's natural beauty while you dine.
A lush tropical yard with mango, avocado and loquat trees, sweet smelling jasmine and frangipani surround a fire pit to warm up to or lounge about for sunbathing and enjoying the beautiful Florida climate. The patio is equiped for grilling, an herb garden and outdoor dining for four in the shade of an umbrella.
Downtown is the place to be in Sarasota. Located in the Central Cocoanut National Historic District The Urban Cottage is just blocks away from Whole Foods, Publix, Sarasota Farmers Market, Florida Studio Theatre, Sarasota Opera, West Coast Black Theatre Troupe, The Jazz Club of Sarasota, Marietta Museum of Art and Whimsey, Upscale Restaurants, Shopping and Galleries. Hit Happy Hour at O’Leary’s Tiki Bar, dinner at Marina Jacks, charter fishing and boat rentals available, or catch the sunset on LeBarge Tropical Cruises, all located in the City's Waterfront Park. Take in a concert at The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall or see local actors at The Players Theatre both a few blocks away. Cycle or walk over the Ringling Causeway Bridge for an incredible view of Sarasota Bay on your way to St Armand's Circle for Designer and local shopping and fine dining. Pedal back to the Urban Cottage after a dip at Lido Beach.
Head 2 1/2 miles north to SRQ Airport and visit the wealth of art, festivals and special exhibits available at The Ringling Museum, Circus Museum, Ca'dZan and Historic Asolo Theater. Next door, the Asolo Repertory Theatre offers dance, theatre and special events through out the year. Ringling Underground featuring local hip music attracts students from Ringling College of Art, New College and FSU along with those who appreciate new music.
A day trip to St. Petersburg offers a wealth of museums including the Chihuly Collection of Glass Art at The Morean Arts Center with fine dining at numerous restaurants or travel by boat and dock at The Vinoy Hotel for lunch in a beautiful historic building. The Salvador Dali Museum and The Museum of Fine Arts, also located in St.Pete are a must see. Tampa offers so many options for another day trip Tampa Museum of Art and Busch Gardens just to name a few.
Head south to the whitest sand you will ever see on Siesta Beach. Dine at Flavios Brick Oven for true and authentic Italian specialties along with great pizza. A day trip driving south will take you to The Edison Ford Museum in Fort Myers. Further south to Naples for a fun day of shopping and galleries.
Attention Boaters! The Urban Cottage is just a few blocks away from Centennial Park and boat ramp. 4th of July festivities for the Suncoast Offshore Grand Prix makes Sarasota a perfect destination for fans and participants. Affordable space is available upon request for boat parking on site at The Urban Cottage.
As well as being a vacation destination, Sarasota is also a worldwide destination for our high quality medical facilities such as Datoli Cancer Center. The Urban Cottage provides a private and tranquil setting in a difficult time
SCAT, Sarasota Country Area Transit Bus stop is 2 doors away east and west.
And a Starbucks Coffee Shop coming to the end of our street!
Theatre
Asolo Repertory Theatre, West Coast Black Theatre Troupe,
Florida Studio Theatre, Circus Sarasota
The Players Theatre, Sailor Circus
Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, Urbanite Theatre
Music & Dance
The Pops Orchestra, Sarasota Ballet of Florida,
Sarasota Orchestra, Sarasota Opera
The Jazz Club of Sarasota, La Musica, Inc.
Local Music
The Starlite Room, The Gator Club
Mattison’s Grill, Blue Rooster
Museums, Art Galleries
The Ringling Museum of Art, Palm Ave Galleries
Marietta Museum Of Art & Whimsy, Art Center Sarasota
C’d’Zan, Towles Court Artist Studios,
Powell Crosley Estate, Hermitage Artist Retreat,
Events & Festivals
RIAF Ringling International Art Festival, A Taste of Downtown
Sarasota Florida Winefest & Auction, A Taste of St Armands
Forks and Corks Food and Wine Festival, Sarasota Chalk Festival
Harvey Milk Festival, Sarasota Season of Sculpture
Sarasota Folk Music Festival, Sarasota Fashion Week
Downtown Sarasota Festival of the Arts, Florida Film Festival
Sarasota Power Boat Grand Prix, Sarasota Music Half Marathon
Crystal Classic Sand Sculpting Competition,
Florida State Theatre Improv Festival
Sarasota Film Festival Cine-World Festival
Attractions
Le Barge Tropical Cruises, Marina Jack II Cruises
Historic Spainish Point, Sea Life Kayake Adventures
Myakka Wild Life Tours, Jungle Gardens
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, Fishing Boat Charters
Big Cat Habitat & Gulf Coast Sanctuary, Beach Horses
Baltimore Orioles Spring Training
Ed Smith Stadium
A Short Drive Away
Museum of Fine Arts St Petersburg, Tampa Museum Of Art
Chihuly Collection, Hot Shop St Petersburg
Salvador Dali Museum, Morean Arts Center
Edison Ford Museum