Bayshore Guest Home in Nokomis, FL

Bayshore Guest Home is an assisted living and memory care community in Nokomis, FL.

Information last verified: May 30, 2026

512 Bayshore Road, Nokomis, FL 34275

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.4 from 57 reviews

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Bayshore Guest Home Costs & Pricing

Bayshore Guest Home offers a range of accommodations with costs that are notably higher than both Sarasota County and the broader state of Florida. For a semi-private room, residents will find themselves paying $4,000 per month, which exceeds the county's average of $3,456 and the state average of $3,009. The pricing for private rooms and one-bedroom units at Bayshore is particularly substantial, each set at $8,000 monthly - significantly higher than Sarasota County's private room rate of $4,228 and one-bedroom rate of $4,288, as well as Florida's averages of $3,699 and $3,864 respectively. These rates suggest that while Bayshore Guest Home may provide unique amenities or a specific atmosphere contributing to its elevated costs, prospective residents should weigh these expenses against their budgetary needs and expectations for care.

Floor plans	Bayshore Guest Home	Sarasota County	Florida
Semi-Private	$4,000	$3,456	$3,009
1 Bedroom	$8,000	$4,288	$3,864
Private	$8,000	$4,228	$3,699

Overall Review of Bayshore Guest Home

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Dining feels homemade

Homemade, restaurant-style meals are a consistent point of praise in reviews.

Multiple residents and family members describe the food as homemade and cooked with care, including multi-course dishes and meals they compare favorably to restaurants. Reviews also connect dining with residents’ well-being, especially for dementia and cognition-related support. The community offers restaurant-style dining, room service, and guest meals, with special dining options listed for a range of dietary needs.

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Memory support through diet

Families highlight diet choices as part of dementia support.

Several reviews from families of residents with dementia describe improved engagement or support for cognition and note an emphasis on healthy, organic diet choices. These accounts tie meal planning to how residents are doing day-to-day, not just nutrition in general. The community also offers dietary support options such as diabetes diet, low/no-sodium, and special dietary restrictions, alongside dining features that align with this focus.

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Small, home-like environment

Reviews repeatedly describe a smaller, home-like feel rather than an institution.

Many reviewers contrast Bayshore with larger, more rigid facilities, describing a peaceful, home-like setting where residents feel like they belong. Families mention close day-to-day involvement from leadership and staff, and point to the intimate scale as a reason they feel comfortable leaving loved ones there. The community offers a garden and outdoor space, and it also lists ground-floor units and “homey” design elements such as a dining room and indoor common areas that fit the setting residents describe.

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Concerns about limited activities

Some reviews criticize the lack of meaningful daily activities.

A handful of reviewers say they observed residents spending the day in rooms or under blankets, with little stimulation beyond television. These comments also mention few or no activities and describe monotonous days. While the community lists scheduled daily activities and live performances, these concerns suggest some families felt the programming didn’t match what they expected.

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Features

Housing

22 resident community capacity
Studio apartments

Types of Care

Assisted Living
Board and Care Home
Memory Care
Respite Care
Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

Activities on-site
Air-conditioning
Bath tubs
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Devotional services off-site
Devotional services on-site
Dining room
Full kitchen
Fully furnished
Garden
Ground floor units
Handicap accessible
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Laundry
Move-in coordination
Outdoor common areas
Outdoor space
Private
Private bathrooms
Respite or short term stays offered
Swimming pool
Swimming pool / hot tub
Telephone
Wheelchair accessible showers
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

Sarasota Bradenton International (19 miles away)

Care Services

24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Ambulatory care
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Coordination with health care providers
Diabetes diet
Diabetic care
High acuity care
Hospice care
Incontinence care
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

Anytime dining
Diabetes diet
Gluten-free
Guest meals
International cuisine
Kosher
Low / no sodium
Meals provided
No Sugar
Organic
Restaurant style dining
Room service
Special dietary restrictions
Special dining programs
Vegan
Vegetarian

Activities

Art classes
Community-sponsored activities
Devotional activities offsite
Devotional activities on-site
Educational speakers / life long learning
Live dance or theater performances
Live musical performances
Live well programs
Scheduled daily activities
Stretching classes
Visiting Rabbi
Visiting chaplain or priest

Languages Spoken

English

Nearby Places of Interest

Nokomis, Florida offers a variety of amenities that cater to the needs of senior residents. The area boasts a selection of restaurants, pharmacies, cafes, physicians, places of worship, hospitals, and parks within close proximity. Residents can enjoy waterfront dining at Pelican Alley and Pop's Sunset Grill or opt for family-friendly options at Burger King and Captain Eddie's Family Seafood Restaurant. Access to healthcare services is convenient with CVS Pharmacy and Walgreens nearby, as well as medical facilities such as Venice Regional Medical Center and Sarasota Skin & Cancer Center. For outdoor enthusiasts, Oscar Scherer State Park and Brohard Paw Park & Beach provide opportunities for leisurely strolls or enjoying the natural surroundings. Overall, Nokomis offers a tranquil yet bustling community perfect for seniors looking for a vibrant retirement lifestyle.

Restaurants

Pelican Alley (0.5 miles)
Pop's Sunset Grill (0.6 miles)
Paradise Grill (0.6 miles)
Burger King (0.9 miles)
Crow's Nest Restaurant & Marina (1.4 miles)
Nokomo's Sunset Hut (1.4 miles)
Captain Eddie's Family Seafood Restaurant (1.5 miles)

Pharmacies

CVS Pharmacy (0.7 miles)
Walgreens (0.8 miles)
Good Samaritan Pharmacy and Health Services (1.9 miles)
Winn-Dixie (2.5 miles)
Winn-Dixie (2.9 miles)
Walgreens (2.9 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (3.4 miles)

Cafes

Starbucks (0.7 miles)
Croissant & Co. (2.5 miles)
Starbucks (4.5 miles)

Physicians

Jess Hawke (2 miles)
Sarasota Skin & Cancer Center (2.4 miles)
Renaissance Plastic Surgery (2.9 miles)
Premier Allergist (2.9 miles)
Surgical Associates of Venice & Englewood (3 miles)
Ehrlich Jesse B DDS (3 miles)
Suncoast Pathology (3 miles)

Places of Worship

Epiphany Cathedral (2.4 miles)
Emmanuel Lutheran Church (3.6 miles)
Church of the Nazarene (4.2 miles)
Lift Church (5.4 miles)

Hospitals

B And K Properties Of Sarasota (2.5 miles)
Anthem Insurance Companies (2.6 miles)
Venice Regional Medical Center (3.1 miles)
Rodriguez, Charles Venice Healthpark Surgery Center (5.9 miles)

Parks

Oscar Scherer State Park (3 miles)
Brohard Paw Park & Beach (4.2 miles)
Osprey Junction Trailhead (4.5 miles)

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