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From the Gulf Coast of Sarasota to the mountains of North Carolina, every Heartfull Home is chosen with care.

Sarasota
2 Downtown Villas + Saltwater Pool
📍 Sarasota, FL

Two spacious homes side by side with 10 bedrooms, private backyards, a saltwater pool, and hot tub. Just 5 minutes from Downtown Sarasota and 10 minutes to Lido Beach — ideal for gatherings, celebrations, or group retreats.

🏊 Saltwater Pool ♨️ 104° Hot Tub 🎯 Bocce Court 🍹 Tiki Bar 🎮 Game Lounge 🎬 Movie Projector ⚡ EV Charger 👨‍👩‍👧 Sleeps 24
The Space
🛏 6 king beds 🛏 2 queen beds 🛏 3 twin beds 🛏 2 queen air mattresses 🛁 7 full baths + 1 half 🍳 2 full kitchens
Local Highlights
🏙 Downtown – 5 min 🌳 Bayfront Park – 6 min 🌺 Selby Gardens – 7 min 🛍 St. Armands – 9 min 🏖 Lido Beach – 10 min ☕ Project Coffee – 5 min 🐟 Owen's Fish Camp – 7 min 🦪 Shore – 9 min
Sarasota
Twin Lido Beach Homes + Hot Tub
📍 Sarasota, FL

Two spacious homes side by side, perfect for reunions, retreats, or celebrations. 9 bedrooms, shared backyard with hot tub and fire pit, just minutes to Downtown Sarasota and Lido Beach.

♨️ Hot Tub 🔥 Fire Pit 🎮 Game Lounge 🐾 Pet Friendly 🎉 Event Friendly 🚿 Outdoor Showers 👨‍👩‍👧 Sleeps 24 🍳 2 Full Kitchens
The Space
🛏 9 king beds 🛏 1 queen bed 🛏 2 bunk beds 🛁 7 total bathrooms 🍳 2 full kitchens 📺 3 TV zones 🚗 Parking for 7 cars 🌐 Fast Wi-Fi
Local Highlights
🏙 Downtown – 5 min 🌿 Selby Gardens – 9 min 🛍 St. Armands – 12 min 🏖 Lido Beach – 12 min ☕ Project Coffee – 5 min 🐟 Owen's Fish Camp – 8 min 🦪 Shore – 8 min 🌮 Selva Grill – 9 min
Good to Know

Events welcome with prior approval. Optional private chef available. Each home has its own kitchen and lounge but shares the backyard. Pet-friendly. No smoking inside. No parties without approval.

Our guests love gathering in the yard after beach days — hot tub soaks and s'mores by the fire are a favorite tradition!

Your Hosts

Al & Olivia ❤︎

We love welcoming guests and want you to feel at home. Don't hesitate to reach out for anything at all!

Sarasota · Siesta Key
Siesta Key Hot Tub Cottage · Sleeps 6
📍 Sarasota, FL · 8 Min to Siesta Key Beach

Cozy, colorful 2BR cottage just 8 minutes from Siesta Key Beach. Unwind in the private screened-in hot tub, cruise to the beach on electric bikes, or enjoy a backyard BBQ. Kid and pet friendly.

♨️ Screened Hot Tub 🚲 Electric Bikes 🏖 8 Min to Beach 🐾 Pets Welcome 👶 Kid Friendly 🏄 Beach Gear Included 🔥 BBQ Grill
The Space
🛏 2 bedrooms 🛋 Queen sofa bed 🛁 1 full bathroom 🍳 Full kitchen ☕ Ninja coffee maker 📺 Smart TV w/ Netflix 🚲 Electric bikes 🏄 Beach gear provided
Local Highlights
🏖 Siesta Key Beach – 8 min 🌳 Phillippi Estate – 4 min 🏙 Downtown – 12 min 🎨 Sarasota Art Museum – 10 min ☕ Kwench Juice – 5 min 🥭 Toasted Mango – 6 min 🦀 Captain Curt's – 8 min 🐟 Owen's Fish Camp – 12 min
Good to Know

Pets welcome at $45/pet/night. Private screened hot tub available day or night. Electric bikes available — please request number needed ahead of time. No parties. No smoking inside ($2,000 fine).

We love hopping on the bikes to grab coffee or ride the beach path — it's the best way to start the day!

Your Hosts

Al & Olivia ❤︎

We love welcoming guests and want you to feel at home. Don't hesitate to reach out for anything!

Gainesville, FL
Cute Studio · Private Yard + Parking
📍 Gainesville, FL · 1 Mile to UF

Peaceful private guest suite perfect for solo travelers or couples. Private entrance, quiet bird-filled yard, and a simple space to unwind, stretch, or work — tucked away but close to everything.

🔑 Private Entry 🌿 Private Yard 🐾 Small Pets OK 🍳 Kitchenette 📺 Smart TV 🎓 1 Mile to UF
The Space
🛏 1 king bed 🛏 Twin air mattress available 🛁 1 full bathroom 🍳 Stocked kitchenette 🧺 Washer/dryer on request 🌐 Wi-Fi 📖 Books + reading chair 🌿 Outdoor dining in yard
Local Highlights
☕ Curia on the Drag – 2 min 🏛 Cade Museum – 8 min 🌆 Downtown – 10 min 🍕 Satchel's Pizza – 9 min 🌱 Sweetwater Wetlands – 15 min 🍜 Crane Ramen – 9 min
Good to Know

Unit is attached to the main house but fully private with your own entry and no shared interior spaces. Small pets welcome with notice.

We love starting the day with coffee at Curia and winding down on the patio listening to birds.

Your Hosts

Al & Olivia ❤︎

We love welcoming guests and want you to feel at home. Don't hesitate to reach out for anything!

Gainesville, FL
Clean Family Home · 1 Mile from UF
📍 Gainesville, FL · Free Parking

Stay at a fully stocked family home while they travel! Two cozy bedrooms, a clawfoot tub bathroom, full kitchen, fenced backyard with fire pit, and everything you need for a comfortable family stay.

🛁 Clawfoot Tub 🔥 Fire Pit 👶 Family Friendly 🚗 Free Parking 🧺 Washer & Dryer 🎓 1 Mile to UF
The Space
🛏 King bedroom w/ TV 🛏 Queen floor bed 🛁 Clawfoot tub bath 🍳 Full kitchen 🧺 Washer & dryer 🍽 Dining seats 4 🌿 Fenced backyard 🍼 Highchairs available
Good to Know

There is a studio next door on the same property with its own fenced yard — you may share the driveway if booked. Hallway closet is closed off for owner's personal items. Stroller available for use. Free driveway parking for up to 2 cars.

Your Hosts

Al & Olivia ❤︎

We love welcoming guests and want you to feel at home. Don't hesitate to reach out for anything!

Jacksonville, NC
Close to Camp Lejeune · Hot Tub + Poker Garage
📍 Jacksonville, NC · Near Camp Lejeune

Veteran-owned, family-managed home designed for military families, traveling professionals, and anyone looking to relax. Private 6-person hot tub under the stars, poker garage lounge, fenced yard, and dogs welcome.

♨️ 6-Person Hot Tub 🃏 Poker Garage 🐾 Dogs Welcome 🔥 Fire Feature 🎖️ Military Discount 🏖 Beach 30 Min 👨‍👩‍👧 Sleeps 8
The Space
🛏 King master w/ ensuite 🛏 King bedroom 2 🛏 Twin + trundle bed 🛁 2 full bathrooms 🍳 Fully equipped kitchen ☕ Drip + Keurig coffee 📺 Smart TVs 🖨 Office desk + printer
Garage Game Lounge

Converted garage featuring a poker table, fireplace, TV, mini bar, and beer fridge. Guest favorite for evening hangouts after a day at the beach or base.

Location
🎖 Camp Lejeune – 16 min 🏙 Downtown JAX – 12 min 🏖 Emerald Isle Beach – 30 min 🛍 Restaurants nearby
Pet Policy

Up to 2 dogs welcome in the fully fenced yard. Pet fee: $25 per night. Please let us know ahead of time.

🎖️ Military Discount Available

Contact us directly to receive your military discount before booking.

Your Hosts

Al & Olivia ❤︎

Veteran-owned and family-managed. We love welcoming guests and want you to feel at home — don't hesitate to reach out!

Willowick, OH
Family Home Across from Park + Pool
📍 Willowick, OH · Near Cleveland

Bright and comfy home right across from a park with a pool, tennis courts, and playground. Quiet neighborhood, only 15 minutes to downtown Cleveland. Perfect for families, travel nurses, or anyone needing a calm spot to land.

🌳 Park Across Street 🏊 Pool Access 🐾 Dog Friendly 🔥 Grill + Deck 🚗 Driveway Parking ♨️ Hot Tub Coming 2026 👨‍👩‍👧 Sleeps 5
The Space
🛏 2 king beds 🛏 1 twin bed 🛏 Queen air mattress 🛁 1 full bath 🍳 Fully stocked kitchen 🧺 Washer & dryer 📺 Smart TVs 🌐 Fast Wi-Fi
Local Highlights
🌳 Dudley Park – across street 🏞 Lake Metroparks – 5 min ⚾ Classic Park – 9 min 🎨 Cleveland Museum – 18 min 🎸 Rock & Roll HOF – 20 min ☕ Eastlake Diner – 3 min 🍷 Flavors on Vine – 4 min 🍺 Collision Bend – 17 min
Good to Know

Single-story home with no stairs inside. Dogs welcome — just let us know ahead of time. Hot tub coming in 2026!

We love grabbing breakfast at Eastlake Diner before heading into the city — great portions and super friendly staff!

Your Hosts

Al & Olivia ❤︎

We love welcoming guests and want you to feel at home. Don't hesitate to reach out for anything at all!

Sarasota
55+ Home with Community Pool & Hot Tub
📍 Sarasota, FL

A clean, comfortable, and quiet retreat in TriPar Estates — a welcoming 55+ community. The perfect home base for exploring Sarasota, with community pool, hot tub, gym, tennis, shuffleboard, and mini golf just steps away.

🏊 Community Pool ♨️ Hot Tub 🏋 Gym 🎾 Tennis ⛳ Mini Golf 🧊 In-Unit Laundry 🛌 Sleeps 4 👴 55+ Community
The Space
🛌 Bedroom 1: king bed, ensuite shower 🛌 Bedroom 2: queen bed, tub/shower 🛋 2 full bathrooms 🍳 Kitchenette (hot plate, microwave, air fryer) 📷 Living room with smart TV & desk 🌿 Screened-in patio with dining table 🧊 In-unit washer & dryer 🍴 Dining table seats 4
Community Amenities
🏊 Heated community pool ♨️ Community hot tub 🏋 Fitness center 🎾 Tennis courts 🏑 Shuffleboard ⛳ Mini golf
Local Highlights
🏢 Downtown Sarasota – 7 min 🛍 UTC Mall – 15 min 🏖 Lido Beach – 20 min 🌿 Selby Gardens – 10 min
Good to Know

This is a 55+ community — at least one guest must be 55 or older. Guests complete a quick HOA application (we'll help you through it!). Pool access and application fee are included in your stay price. Note: the kitchen has a hot plate, microwave, and countertop oven — no full oven.

💙 We offer discounts for nurses and public school teachers — message us!

Your Hosts

Al & Olivia ❤︎

We love welcoming guests and want you to feel at home. Don't hesitate to reach out for anything at all!

Sarasota
Saltwater Pool + Hot Tub · Walk to Downtown · Sleeps 12
📍 Sarasota, FL

A stunning local family home steps from downtown Sarasota — 5 bedrooms, heated saltwater pool, hot tub, fully stocked chef's kitchen, N64, board games, bikes, and beach gear. Book with the sister house next door for up to 24 guests.

🏊 Heated Saltwater Pool ♨️ Hot Tub 🏖 Walk to Downtown 🚙 EV Charging 🛀 Bikes Included 🏈 Beach Gear 🐾 Pet Friendly 👪 Sleeps 12 🎮 N64 + Games 🏠 Sister House Available
The Bedrooms
🛌 Master: king, ensuite bath, private balcony 🛌 Bedroom 2: queen, alcove off master 🛌 Bedroom 3: king, private balcony, TV 🛌 Bedroom 4: king + twin trundle, TV 🛌 Bedroom 5: king, ensuite bath, private patio 🛋 3.5 total bathrooms
The Space
🍳 Fully stocked kitchen, stove/oven, dishwasher ☕ Coffee maker, waffle maker, blender 🏭 Sectional sofa, smart TV, books & games 🧊 In-unit washer & dryer 🏊 Heated saltwater pool + hot tub 🍳 BBQ grill + outdoor seating 🛀 Bikes for exploring 🚙 EV charging (Tesla connector) 🎮 N64 + board games (Scrabble, Jenga & more) 🏈 Beach towels, umbrella, snorkel gear
Local Highlights
🏢 Downtown Sarasota – 3 min 🌿 Selby Gardens – 6 min 🌎 The Ringling – 12 min 🏢 St. Armands Circle – 13 min 🏖 Lido Beach – 15 min ✈️ Airport – 10 min 🍴 Toasted Mango Café – 2 min 🍴 Station 400 – 2 min 🍴 The Overton – 5 min 🍴 Indigenous – 8 min
Good to Know

Entire house + 3 outdoor patios, private fenced yard, driveway parking & garage. Pets welcome. Self check-in via lockbox. Baby gear & kids' dinnerware available. Light breakfast provided. Sister house next door — book both for up to 24 guests!

No smoking indoors ($1,000 fine). Small gatherings OK with approval. Unauthorized parties subject to $2,000 fine. Security cameras at front & driveway.

💙 Public school teacher discount available — message us!

Your Hosts

Al & Olivia ❤︎

We're a local Sarasota family who loves hosting guests from around the world. Message us for insider tips, restaurant recommendations, or anything that'll make your stay unforgettable!

Sarasota
Downtown Villa · Bocce · Fire Pit · Walk to Shops
📍 Sarasota, FL

A spacious, beautifully designed downtown Sarasota villa perfect for families and friend groups. Fire pit, bocce ball court, pizza oven, BBQ, beach gear, and a walkable location steps from the best restaurants and shops in the city.

🔥 Fire Pit 🎹 Bocce Ball Court 🍕 Pizza Oven 🏖 Walk to Downtown 🚙 EV Charging 🏈 Beach Gear 🐾 Pet Friendly 👪 Sleeps 12+ 🏠 Sister House Available
The Bedrooms
🛌 Master: king, ensuite bath, private balcony 🛌 Bedroom 2: queen, bamboo-partition alcove 🛌 Bedroom 3: king, private balcony, TV 🛌 Bedroom 4: king bunk + twin trundle, Swedish ladder 🛌 Bedroom 5: king, ensuite bath, private patio 🛋 3.5 total bathrooms
The Space
🍳 Fully stocked kitchen, stove/oven, dishwasher ☕ Coffee maker, blender, Tiki glasses 🏭 Two sofas, smart TV, books & games 🧊 In-unit washer & dryer 🍕 BBQ grill + pizza oven 🔥 Fire pit + outdoor dining 🎹 Bocce ball court 🚙 EV charging (Tesla connector) 🏈 Beach towels, umbrella, snorkel gear 💻 Dedicated workspace + fast Wi-Fi
Local Highlights
🏢 Downtown Sarasota – 3 min 🌿 Selby Gardens – 6 min 🌎 The Ringling – 12 min 🏢 St. Armands Circle – 13 min 🏖 Lido Beach – 15 min ✈️ Airport – 10 min 🍴 Toasted Mango Café – 3 min 🍴 Station 400 – 2 min 🍴 The Overton – 5 min 🍴 Shore – 7 min
Good to Know

Entire home + private fenced yard. Driveway parking for 3 cars + garage. Smart lock self check-in. Pets welcome. Light breakfast provided. Baby gear & bikes available — please request before arrival so we can arrange them. Sister house next door for groups up to 24!

No smoking indoors ($500 fee). Parties require prior approval. Unauthorized parties subject to $2,000 fine. Security cameras at front & driveway.

💙 Public school teacher discount available — message us!

Your Hosts

Al & Olivia ❤︎

We're a local Sarasota family who loves hosting guests from around the world. We'll welcome you with a treat and local tips to make your stay unforgettable!

Sarasota
Family Hot Tub Villa · Fire Pit · Outdoor Lounge
📍 Sarasota, FL

A bright, family-ready Sarasota home 15 minutes from Lido Beach with 5 bedrooms, a nursery, hot tub, fire pit, BBQ, garage game room, movie theater, and playground. Everything you need for a perfect family getaway.

♨️ Hot Tub (Sleeps 6) 🔥 Fire Pit 🏭 Garage Game Room 🎬 Movie Theater 🛀 Kids Bikes + Playground 🏈 Beach Gear 🐾 Pet Friendly 👴 Nursery Included 👪 Sleeps 12+ 🏠 Sister House Available
The Bedrooms
🛌 Master: king, ensuite bath, attached nursery 🛌 Bedroom 2: king bed 🛌 Bedroom 3: king bed, blackout shades 🛌 Bedroom 4: queen bed 🛌 Bedroom 5: king bed 🚼 Nursery: crib, blackout shades, books & toys 🛋 2.5 total bathrooms 🚿 Daybed lounge with smart TV & games
The Space
🍳 Fully stocked kitchen, stove/oven, dishwasher ☕ Coffee maker, kettle, toaster, blender ♨️ Private hot tub fits 6 🔥 Fire pit + hammock + outdoor lounge 🏭 Garage game room + movie theater 🍕 BBQ grill + outdoor dining 🛀 Kids bikes + outdoor playground 🧊 In-unit washer & dryer 🏈 Beach towels, umbrella, snorkel gear 🚿 Double outdoor showers
Local Highlights
🏢 Downtown Sarasota – 10 min ✈️ Airport – 5 min 🏖 Lido Beach – 15 min 🌿 Selby Gardens – 11 min 🌎 The Ringling – 12 min 🏢 St. Armands Circle – 13 min 🍴 Toasted Mango Café – 8 min 🍴 The Overton – 7 min 🍴 Station 400 – 9 min 🍴 Indigenous – 10 min
Good to Know

Entire home access including backyard, hot tub, BBQ, and garage. Free street + driveway parking. Self check-in via lockbox. Pets welcome. Breakfast provided. Beach gear included. Sister house next door — book both for up to 24 guests!

No smoking indoors. No parties without approval. $2,000 fine for violations. Security cameras at front & driveway.

💙 Public school teacher discount available — message us!

Your Hosts

Al & Olivia ❤︎

We're a local Sarasota family who loves hosting. Ask us for insider tips — best restaurants, secret beach parking, and the coolest playgrounds for the kids!

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Sarasota, FL
10 Mins to Lido Beach · Clean Villa w/ Patio + Grill
📍 Sarasota, FL · Near Lido Beach & Downtown

A modern Sarasota retreat just minutes from Lido Beach and downtown. Gourmet kitchen, king beds throughout, private patio, large backyard, and kid-friendly extras — perfect for big families or groups ready to unwind and explore.

🏖 15 Min to Lido Beach 🍳 Gourmet Kitchen 🔥 BBQ + Fire Pit 🧸 Kids Playroom 🐾 Pets Welcome 🏄 Beach Gear Included 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Sleeps 12+
The Bedrooms
🛏 Master: king, ensuite bath, kids alcove w/ twin bunks 🛏 Bedroom 2: king bed, TV, dresser, closet 🛏 Bedroom 3: king bed, TV, blackout shades 🛏 Bedroom 4: king bunk bed, TV, dresser 🧸 Kids playroom: daybed, toys & games 🛁 2.5 bathrooms, bathtub, hair dryer
The Space
🍳 Full kitchen: fridge, stove, oven, microwave, dishwasher ☕ Coffee maker, toaster, blender, wine glasses 🛋 Living room: two sofas, lounge chair, smart TV 🍽 Dining table for groups + children's dinnerware 🔥 Private patio: BBQ grill + lounge chairs 🪵 Shared backyard: fire pit, hammock, furniture 🏖 Beach towels, umbrella, blanket, snorkel gear 🧺 In-unit washer & dryer, iron, hangers 📺 Smart TVs in all bedrooms & living room 🌐 Fast Wi-Fi, board games, books
Local Highlights
✈️ Airport – 10 min 🏖 Lido Beach – 15 min 🏙 Downtown Sarasota – 3 min 🌿 Marie Selby Gardens – 6 min 🎨 The Ringling – 12 min 🛍 St. Armands Circle – 13 min 🍽 Toasted Mango Café – 3 min 🍽 The Overton – 5 min 🍽 Station 400 – 2 min 🍽 Indigenous – 8 min
Good to Know

Full home access including garage, private patio, BBQ, and shared backyard with bounce pad. Self check-in via lockbox. Pets welcome. Light breakfast provided. Beach gear included. Sister house next door — book both for up to 24 guests!

No smoking indoors ($1,000 fine). No parties without approval ($1,500 fine). Security cameras at front & driveway.

💙 Public school teacher discount available — message us!

Your Hosts

Al & Olivia ❤︎

We're a local Sarasota family who loves hosting. Ask us for insider tips — best restaurants, secret beach parking, and the coolest playgrounds for the kids!

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More Than a Place to Stay

Welcome! We're Al and Olivia, founders of Heartfull Homes. Since 2010 we've offered professionally designed, family-friendly stays across Florida and beyond.

As parents to Faith (4) and Irie (2), a 2024 heart transplant survivor, we are dedicated to giving back. A portion of every stay supports organizations providing post-transplant housing for families in need.

Experience premium hospitality with a mission. We'd love to host your next adventure!

— Al & Olivia ❤︎

What Our Guests Say

★★★★★

"Great stay! The host was very responsive and communicative throughout the entire process, and check-in was incredibly easy. The home had just about every item you could think of needing during a stay, it really felt like they anticipated guests' needs and made sure everything was covered. Overall, it was a comfortable and well-prepared place to stay. We would absolutely stay here again!"

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Carla
Portsmouth, VA
★★★★★

"Everything we were looking for this Airbnb delivered. Everything was clean & bright. Beds were super comfy, bathrooms and shower clean and ample in size. Our hosts were amazing! Very responsive and accommodating for our special requests. Would absolutely recommend this house and rebook for our next Sarasota trip!"

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Barb
Sarasota, FL
★★★★★

"We really enjoyed our stay! The house is walkable to downtown Sarasota and was exactly as described in the pictures! Lots of amenities. We loved the games, water filter, and supplies for the beach."

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MaryRose
New York, NY · February 2026
★★★★★

"Extremely responsive to last minute booking request. The ease of booking and communication from the hosts was extraordinary! THANK YOU SO MUCH!"

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David
Sarasota, FL · February 2026
★★★★★

"Olivia and Al were wonderful hosts. They were proactive and responsive. The home was pristine, well-organized, and everything was labeled, making things easy to find. The neighborhood was quiet and walkable. It was a comfortable stay for my family of 4 and our miniature dog."

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Desiree
Griffin, GA · December 2025

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