Guest Testimonials

"Dear David & Gail,

We couldn't have chosen a more beautiful place to get married and honeymoon. The cottage is idyllic and the location is perfect. Thanks for all of your great restaurant recommendations as well, we enjoyed them all immensely.
We plan to come back in subsequent years to celebrate our anniversary and look forward to seeing you again."

~ Guests from Palmer, MA


"Dave & Gail,

We had a blast,
Time went too fast!

Food, hot tub, and what a view,
All over the island-so much to do!

Ophelia's is as romantic as can be,
Bob's Boathouse-lots of fun-just wait and see!

This morning is sad and we want to pout,
Unfortunately it is time to checkout!

But time will pass for Donna & me,
And we'll be back, to this little heaven by the sea!

We had a great time!"

~ Guests from Ft. Myers, FL

It's Wednesday here at Turtle Beach Resort and I must say, it is a little overcast and breezy yet still so beautiful! The tranquility here is such a breath of fresh air, especially for those who find themselves caught in the daily "rat race". If that is the case, then you will definitely enjoy this peaceful, romantic spot on the water. Just take it from our past guests:

"Dear David & Gail,

For the second visit, again, utter bliss! This visit was for our BIG 1st Anniversary. We want to visit again and again. One day even bring our children when we have them. Thank you for the lovely place to come and also the memories, present and future."

**We are also offering a special rate for the studios and one bedroom suites in our new Inn for this weekend, Friday and Saturday 11/30 & 12/1. Please call for details!

Today is Monday and it is still an amazing 85 degrees and breezy here at Turtle Beach Resort...hard to believe Christmas is just right around the corner! Whether you're reading this from cold and blustery New York or windy Chicago or maybe from arctic Alaska...come and visit us, take a break and enjoy the beautiful sunsets, gorgeous weather and bay views we have to offer here.

We are currently offering a special rate during the week, Sunday through Thursday nights, at our Summer mid-week rates from now until December 14th. Please call us for details!

Today is Sunday, still 85 degrees in Siesta Key, ten deg. above average the last few weeks and wonderful breezy, balmy weather... if you stay at Turtle Beach Resort don't miss the amazing Sunday brunch you can walk to at the nearby waterfront restaurant. You sit on the water's edge, get breakfast or lunch and that includes a mimosa, bloody mary or cosmopolitan all for approx. $8.95! the best value in Sarasota.... and you can see the dolphins swim by....also on Sunday before sunset anyone in the area should go to the main Siesta Beach to see the unique "drum circle" only on Sundays before sunsets.. this one will be amazing with the full moon!! Drummers with bongos, belly dancers, locals and tourists... it is a sight to see.. and you don't have to drive 10 hours to Key West!

Saturday, a wonderful day at Turtle Beach Resort on Siesta Key, balmy 80 deg. weather, boaters out in the bay and intercoastal waterways, dolphins swimming by..feeling lazy in the hammocks, watching the pelicans and herons fish in the saltwater schools passing by... relaxing in the hot tubs, forgetting about work, stress and all the shopping going on in the malls!

We had a great honeymoon at Turtle Beach Resort. The "cottage" atmosphere was much more hospitable than staying in a large hotel. The canoe ride to the "private" beach was very enjoyable. Also liked how quiet the resort was. We'll be back for one of our anniversaries, I'm sure... Honeymooners from NY.

Dolphins on Siesta Key

It is almost 80 degrees the day before Thanksgiving.. dolphins are swimming by Turtle Beach Resort, frolicking in the saltwater bay in front of the cottages and the lagoon behind the beach at the new Inn at Turtle Beach, Siesta Key's all inclusive resort with kayaks, canoes, paddleboat, fishing gear, bikes, waterbikes and private large hot tubs for every unit... 3 waterfront restaurants to walk to and the beach with fantastic sunsets.