★★★★★
PositiveStaff was super nice and friendly. It’s a great location and very well maintained. Definitely recommend!
Community profile
Grand Villa of Sarasota
730 South Osprey Ave, Sarasota, FL
Assisted LivingMemory CareIndependent Living
★ 5.0135 reviewsvia A Place for Mom ↗
About the community
About Grand Villa of Sarasota
Grand Villa of Sarasota is a resort style senior living community situated on three lush acres on the Hudson Bayou. Best known for the world-famous Ringling Museum of Art, Sarasota is a dynamic, culture-rich city. Head slightly north to catch an Orioles game at Ed Smith Stadium. Visit downtown and you’ll find some of the area’s best restaurants and attractions, such as Marie Selby Botanical Gardens. With close proximity to pristine sands and sparkling waters of Siesta Key, Sarasota is the ideal home for anyone looking for a relaxing life by the coast. At Grand Villa of Sarasota, residents have an option of independent living, assisted living, or memory care, depending on their needs and preferences. Stylish, well-appointed apartments range from studio, one-, or two-bedroom floor plans to private residences and companion suites. Enjoy the many social and recreational activities Grand Villa offers, including a variety of parties, yoga and painting classes, educational lectures, and fun excursions. Spend down time in their bright and spacious common areas, playing with friends in the billiards lounge, or nurturing your favorite flowers in the raised garden beds. At mealtime, experience fine dining and tableside service in their sun-filled dining area. Commendable, friendly caregivers and staff treat their residents like family. They provide personal and health care services, including housekeeping and medication management. Grand Villa of Sarasota also utilizes state-of-the-art Resident Care Technology, which helps ensure the very best care is being provided. Whether you need specialized memory care or simply a comfortable place to retire, Grand Villa of Sarasota welcomes you home. State Licensing Information To explore the licensing information and compliance histories of senior living communities in the state of Florida, visit the Florida Facility/Provider Locator database . Related Articles Activities of Daily Living Checklists for Seniors 8 Dementia Symptoms to Track in Elderly Parents Assisted Living vs. Independent Living: What’s the Difference?
Family and resident feedback
5.0 out of 5 from 135 reviews
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★★★★★
PositiveGreat community!
What a fantastic community and the location is perfect! The staff is unbelievably kind and compassionate. I have heard so many positive things from many people in our community and a family friend just moved her parents in.
★★★★★
PositiveWe are looking for a place for our mother. Grand Villa Sarasota is beautiful. We had heard so many good things about the community and staff, and the tour did not disappoint. Definitely on top of our list.
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PositiveGrand Villa of Sarasota
I found them short of staff for weekends. Staff was stretched. We were there less than 2 weeks. They could not handle [name removed] as declined rapidly and had to be sent to a skilled nursing facility where he passed on [date removed]. I think they knew how upset I was. He never saw a doctor and I had a complete meltdown which is embarrassing but the nurse was lying and then they wanted me to apologize to her. It was awful. Other people think it's great and maybe he was just too far along for them to handle. They…
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CriticalThe building was outdated and in Hurricane Zone A. The rooms were small. Also, we were not invited for lunch, therefore cannot evaluate the food or service. This was disappointing as the food quality is extremely important to me. Another feature was that there is no swimming pool.
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CriticalI looked at three videos. Hard to envision layout without floor plan. Why couldn't the floor plan be included at the start of the video? Then you would know where the cameraman was walking. Seems like it would be easy to shoot the floor plans or input it to the video. Thanks to G. V. for sending videos.
Verified overview
What we know from public sources
- Care options
- Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
- Operator
- Not yet resolved
- Public price status
- Not publicly found
- Last source check
- July 31, 2026
Source-published features
Amenities and services
Grouped so you can scan what affects day-to-day life before opening an operator page.
Meals & dining
- No Sugar
- Anytime Dining
- Meals Provided
- Guest Meals
- Low / No Sodium
- Private Dining Room
Health & wellness
- Memory Care
- Incontinence Care
- Medication Management
- Staffing & Ancillary Services
- Non-Ambulatory Care
Services & convenience
- Covered Parking
- Uncovered Parking
- Complimentary Transportation
- Property Convenient to Public Transit
- Resident Parking Available
- Transportation at Cost
- Cats Allowed
- Pet Care Available
- Weight Limit (lbs)
- Dogs Allowed
- Laundry Service / Drycleaning
- Housekeeping
- Beautician
- English
Activities & engagement
- Holiday Parties
- Birthday Parties
- Stretching Classes
- BBQs or Picnics
- Forever Fit
- Community Service Programs
- Live Well Programs
- Light Therapy Programs
- Sensory-based Programs
- Educational Speakers / Life Long Learning
- Gardening Club
- Live Musical Performances
- Trivia Games
- Brain fitness / Dakim
- Tai Chi
- Wii Bowling
- Devotional Activities On-Site
- Art Classes
- Cooking Classes
- Activities On-site
- Day Trips and Outings
- Reminiscence Programs
- Activities Off-site
- Wine Tasting
- Devotional Activities Offsite
- Happy Hour
Outdoor spaces
- Meeting Room
- Indoor Common Areas
- Beauty Salon
- Outdoor Common Areas
- Computer or Media Center
- Library
- Barber Shop
- Raised Garden Beds
- Piano or Organ
- Billiards Lounge
- Fitness Center
- Game Room
Apartment & room features
- Full kitchen
- Respite or Short Term Stays Offered
- Ground Floor Units
- Cable or Satellite TV
- Wi-Fi/high-speed internet
- Air Conditioned
Published by A Place for Mom ↗. Features can change; confirm those that matter before touring.
Questions to confirm with the community
- Additional care fees
- Not publicly disclosed
- Move-in fee
- Not publicly disclosed
- Exact unit availability
- Confirmation required
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