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Beachfront Escape on Gulf Drive – Steps to the Sand & Bridge Street

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Exterior
Property grounds
Living area
Living area
Living area

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Bradenton Beach, FL
  • Place, Bradenton Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Cortez Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Historic Bridge Street Pier
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Living room

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Beachfront Escape on Gulf Drive – Steps to the Sand & Bridge Street

Safari Suite

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Welcome to your perfect island getaway at Safari Suite in Bradenton Beach, located on the highly sought-after south end of Anna Maria Island. This prime location places you just steps from the sugar-white sands of the Gulf and within walking distance of the island’s best dining, shopping, and entertainment.

Whether you are visiting for sunsets, family time, or a relaxing beach retreat, this home offers the ideal coastal experience.

The Space
Prime location directly across from the beach
Fully equipped kitchen with open living areas
Outdoor space to relax after a day in the sun
Convenient parking and easy walkability to local attractions

Wake up to the fresh coastal air, spend your days on the beach, and enjoy unforgettable sunsets just steps from your door.

Walk to the Best of Bradenton Beach

Just a short stroll away is the heart of the island:

Bradenton Beach City Pier – Enjoy fishing, sightseeing, and beautiful bay views
Beach House Waterfront Restaurant – Beachfront dining with incredible sunset views
Anna Maria Oyster Bar on the Pier – Casual seafood and island favorites
Wicked Cantina – A local favorite for tacos, margaritas, and lively atmosphere

You will also be close to Historic Bridge Street, known for its live music, unique local shops, restaurants, and vibrant nightlife.

Top Nearby Attractions
Coquina Beach – One of the area’s most beautiful beaches with picnic areas and walking paths
Manatee Public Beach – Family-friendly beach with dining and amenities
Robinson Preserve – Ideal for kayaking, biking, and scenic nature trails
Palma Sola Botanical Park – Peaceful gardens and walking paths
Captain Bam’s Jungle Float – A unique floating water adventure experience

Anna Maria Island is known for its laid-back charm, turquoise waters, and activities including dolphin tours, shelling, boating, fishing, and paddleboarding.

Local Events & Island Atmosphere

There is always something happening nearby:

Bridge Street Markets and Live Music – Weekly vendors, food, and entertainment
Nightly sunset gatherings on the beach
Seasonal art festivals and local markets in nearby Bradenton
Boat tours, parasailing, and fishing charters are available throughout the island
Why Guests Love This Location
Walkable to restaurants, shops, and attractions
Free island trolley access nearby
Quiet and relaxing beach-town atmosphere
Convenient access to both Gulf beaches and Sarasota Bay
Book Your Island Getaway

If you are looking for the perfect balance of beach relaxation and island adventure, this Gulf Drive property has everything you need. Whether it is your first visit or your annual escape, you will quickly discover why guests return to Anna Maria Island year after year.

THINGS TO KNOW
All guests occupying this property who are under the age of 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
This is an upstairs unit with no elevator

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 1 vehicle.
This rental is located on floor 2.

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!

Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Bradenton Beach

Located in Bradenton Beach, this condo is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Shoppers can check out St. Armands Circle, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Bradenton Beach and Coquina Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Longboat Key Public Tennis Center or IMG Bollettieri Tennis Academy. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking.
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Bradenton Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Bradenton Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Cortez Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Bridge Street - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Historic Bridge Street Pier - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Bradenton Beach Marina - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anna Maria Oyster Bar on the Pier - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Star Fish Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tide Tables - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wicked Cantina - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Beachfront Escape on Gulf Drive – Steps to the Sand & Bridge Street pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Beachfront Escape on Gulf Drive – Steps to the Sand & Bridge Street?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beachfront Escape on Gulf Drive – Steps to the Sand & Bridge Street?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beachfront Escape on Gulf Drive – Steps to the Sand & Bridge Street?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beachfront Escape on Gulf Drive – Steps to the Sand & Bridge Street located?

Situated on the waterfront, this condo building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Bradenton Beach and Coquina Beach. Coquina Gulfside Park and Bridge Street are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 52 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

8.6/10

Communication

8.8/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Blaine D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot, right off the beach. Quiet but close to many bars and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ron R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place for the price :-)
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Jody L.

Vacation stay

The beach is beautiful, nice sunset views from the beach.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Allen S.

Right Across from Beach

I Loved the easy access to everything
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey S.

Great spot for home base

beach was super super convenient
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Karl A.

Great place

Awesome place, right across the street from the beach, just what we loved. Nit a far walk to Bridge St. Would rent again anytime. Loved the Safari theme!
Verified

8/10 Good

Sarah N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very Clean- great location!

What a fantastic location! Right across from the beach and plenty of restaurants and shopping nearby. Our suite was sparkling clean (although the bathroom could use an update). Overall a great experience and would definitely return!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jack L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good 4 day stay!

Nice property, neighbor property was a bit loud two nights until very late! Was no fault of this property! We have stayed in this area a number of times, still our favorite area!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Allen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great...Location was wonderful, the only thing I'd mention is...There was a oder in the house, mildew I think...The AC was loud but not as bad on others reviews. The Bed...Holy Cow please replace your Bed. It stinks. Has a hole and if you roll into it your not coming out anytime soon. Pleae replace that matteress.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

AMY S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

The safari suite was in a nice quiet location in Bradenton Beach. The king sized bed rolled you to the middle. The A/C was so loud when it kicked on that you could not hear the TV or have a conversation without shouting.In addition, the thermostat was preset on 73 degrees. It would allow us to lower the temperature, but always bumped back up to 73. We would wake up several times at night, hot, as 73 is too high to sleep comfortably.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Brandi L.

Great Location

This house is in a great location, just across the street from the beach. Super convenient to the beach and restaurants. The rental is up a flight of stairs, so don’t pack your bag too heavy. The WiFi was too slow to stream a movie on the television. We use the kitchen quite a bit on vacations, but the refrigerator didn’t keep drinks very cold and the ice maker was slow to produce ice. Bed was comfortable and there was plenty of room in the rental for our family. There were no beach accessories, so you’ll need to bring your own.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Margo H.

Almost perfect!

The location is perfect. Great Beach. Walkable to dining and entertainment. The apartment is comfortable. We cooked several evenings and had almost everything we needed. Soap, paper towels and tp are minimal, as are bath towels. Washer and dryer helpful. The unit is not in the front of the building. Really no views from the balconies. They are building a huge house behind. The noise starts at 7:30am.
Stayed 13 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Linda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

My stay

The smell of Marijuana was quite strong in our unit, especially the first few days. Contacted the property manager and was told it was coming from another university. Was offered a visit by the cleaning crew but I declined. The mounted TV in the living room is in an awful place resulting in hitting our heads on it several times. Need curtains on the door and the windows best the door to block the night lights. Having said all this, it is still a great little place and would likely stay again. Some minor issues would just make it even better!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Linda K.

Safari Suites

We loved how close this was to the beach, Coquina park and an easy walk to lots of shops, restaurants and the fishing pier in Bradenton.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

T. Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Vacation

Perfect location, clear blue water beach across the street. Clean and great location!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for what we needed

It was perfect for what we needed. Exactly as shown. Communications with Vacasa was great. Would definitely use them again.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Sheryl F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach Vacation

Great location right across the road to the beach. Within walking distance to shops, restaurants.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer N.

So CLEAN and comfy!

This property was super clean which immediately made me feel comfortable and ready to relax for the week! Perfect amount of space for my husband and I. Great location- just a few steps across the street and you’re on the beach! We flew and did not get a rental car, so we utilized the free trolley daily (there’s a trolley stop located just a block down from the property!) which gave us access to most of the island. We also did a lot of walking and frequented Bridge Street (~10-15 min walk from condo) which offered a handful of different restaurants, gift shops, etc. When we did not feel like going out for food, we ordered in from a few different local restaurants with Island Eats Delivery service and had great experiences. Our trip was in early October, and the beach right across the street was clean and not crowded. Thanks for the wonderful vacation spot!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Bruce S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in

Not gulf front and not very well supplied

We had read other reviews and knew that it was not a true gulf front view. Look at photo #20--that is taken on a narrow deck outside the entrance, leaning over the railing and looking between 2 buildings. So be aware that you will not be sitting on a balcony looking at the ocean. Positives: The unit was clean and had a dishwasher and stackable washer and dryer. Location was great--just across the street from the beach. Bed was pretty comfortable and AC worked great. Updated kitchen Cons: I emailed Vacasa before our arrival to enquire about beach chairs, umbrella, coolers for the beach. No response. You will get beach towels and nothing else for the beach. Bring your own. Patio chairs by the front door were rusted and broken---sitting on them would risk being cut on the back of your legs. Rust and broken metal had been spray painted. So deck was useless. Absolutely minimal supplies in the kitchen. Not a single knife for cutting food--only steak knives and 2 serrated bread knives. No salt and pepper, no cooking oil and no spices. Refrigerator had the ice maker turned off and the fridg turned down to the lowest temp--so no ice and not a cold fridge for the first 12 hours. Make sure you turn them on when you arrive. No BBQ grill. No recycling bin in the unit and no garbage or recycling bins outside. You are instructed to put your bags of garbage on the street on garbage day. Light on the towels if you want to have 3-4 people. We had 6 bath towels, 2 hand towels, 2 washcloths--would be an issue for 3-4 people or bring your own washcloths. 4 beach towels but one was very small, thin and bleach stained. We booked only a month before coming and settled for this unit because of low availability. I recommend booking father in advance so you get a unit with true gulf views and one that has beach supplies, grill, etc. Bring anything you think you might need. You will get laundry detergent for 1 load, DW detergent for 2 loads. One single use shampoo and conditioner, 2 small rolls of TP.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Mark P.

Clean, affordable and fantastic guest service!

We loved the proximity to the water, just know that the view from this suite is not oceanfront, but a side balcony. The suite was very clean and well decorated. The property feels very private and we would revisit! I wish there was a full length mirror and a Kuerig, but those are small things! The customer service was FANTASTIC!
Verified

4/10 Poor

Linda M. S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy

Lovely Apartment, crappy setting

Would have really enjoyed staying here if it were not for awkward sliding glass door entrances and terrible parking space. Will not rent again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Todd J.

Great Location

We enjoyed our stay at the Safari Suite . Only steps from the beach and a short walk to market, stores ,and restaurants. The room was clean and spacious. We would stay here again if in Bradenton .
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bev J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Memorial weekend

We truly enjoyed our time here in Bradenton Beach. Our kids had a house down the road for my son’s birthday. It was a great escape from all the noise and fun. Very tranquil and pleasant. Directly across from the beach. I would def stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

David F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

A Little Disappointed

The Ad showed what looked like a 2nd floor deck over looking the ocean, the actual location of the condo was in the back. The coffee machine did not work. For the price I felt they were very cheap with the little things. Example: cheap Dollar Store paper towels, toilet paper (only 2 rolls, not enough) soap (only 2 very small bars, not enough).
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barb A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved being so close to the beach. Interested in renting front part for next year

Great location! Interested in the front part for next year. Please send me nfo on Unit 2 Thank you
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021

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