Anna Maria Escape | Pool, Pickleball & Family Home
Welcome to The Bahamas by Stayawhilewithus — a spacious Bradenton vacation home with an over 0.6-acre fenced yard. Families love the private heated saltwater pool, pickleball court, kids’ playset, and BBQ patio. Fully stocked kitchen, bunk room with toys, beach gear, and pet-friendly yard make it effortless. Approximately 7 miles to Anna Maria Island beaches, 2.9 miles to IMG Academy, and close to shopping, dining, and preserves — your Florida Gulf Coast getaway.
✦ THE SPACE ✦
The Bahamas is where laid-back Florida living meets family fun. With over 2,000 sq. ft. of spacious living space and a seamless indoor-outdoor flow, there’s room for everyone to spread out. Spend your days splashing in the resort-style heated pool, grilling al fresco, rallying on your private pickleball court, or watching the kids enjoy the swing set. Set on a private over 0.6-acre fenced yard, this retreat offers privacy, play, and peace just minutes from the Gulf Coast beaches.
This home is ideal for multigenerational family vacations, group getaways, snowbird retreats, and corporate or remote work stays. You’ll be just 7 miles from Anna Maria Island’s white-sand beaches, 2.9 miles from IMG Academy sports complex, and 3.7 miles from Downtown Bradenton’s Riverwalk, dining, and shops. With Publix, Walmart, and local markets just minutes away, everything you need is close at hand.
🌟 Don’t wait — reserve The Bahamas today and enjoy a Gulf Coast escape with space, comfort, and resort-style amenities.
✦ WHY GUESTS LOVE THE BAHAMAS ✦
🌟 Prime Location – Minutes from Anna Maria Island beaches, Coquina Beach, and IMG Academy, while tucked in a peaceful neighborhood close to shopping, dining, and parks.
🌟 Backyard Oasis – Guests call the over 0.6-acre yard the highlight of their stay. With space to spread out, the heated saltwater pool, pickleball court, swing set, and BBQ patio create endless fun for families and groups.
🌟 Stocked Kitchen & Essentials – Guests rave about the fully equipped kitchen and thoughtful household basics.
🌟 Family & Kid-Friendly Comforts – Bunk room with toys, outdoor playset, 2 Pack ’n Plays, a highchair, kid’s dinnerware, and a removable pool fence available for parents to install make traveling with children effortless and safe.
🌟 Pet-Friendly – Fenced yard makes it easy for furry family members to roam and join the fun.
🌟 Beach Gear Included – Beach chairs (4), beach umbrellas (1-2), a beach wagon, and beach towels (1 per guest).
🌟 Essential Supplies Provided – Laundry detergent, paper towels, trash bags, dish soap, shampoo, conditioner, and body wash.
Join the many families, snowbirds, and groups who return year after year — book The Bahamas now before your dates are gone!
✦ WHERE GUESTS WILL SLEEP ✦
- Master Suite – King bed + ensuite bath (shower/tub combo) - Bedroom 2 – King bed - Bedroom 3 – Two full beds - Bedroom 4 – Two bunk sets (1 twin-over-twin, 1 twin-over-full)
The Bahamas accommodates up to 10 guests comfortably with two full bathrooms and flexible layouts ideal for families and groups.
✦ THE KITCHEN ✦
A bright, open-plan kitchen with granite countertops, stainless appliances, and fully stocked cookware makes preparing meals effortless. Guests love how easy it is to cook for families here — from quick breakfasts to fresh seafood dinners. Share coffee at the island and gather for meals in the dining room — the kitchen truly is the heart of this Anna Maria Island vacation home.
🌟 Cook, dine, and connect with the people who matter most — secure your Bradenton stay today.
✦ LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS ✦
- Bradenton Country Club – 1.2 miles - GT Bray Park & Dog Park – 1.3 miles - Publix at Bradenton Commons – 1.6 miles - Walmart (Cortez Rd W) – 1.9 miles - IMG Academy – 2.9 miles - Starbucks (Manatee Ave W) – 3 miles - Manatee County Golf Course – 3.7 miles - Detweiler’s Farm Market – 3.1 miles - Downtown Bradenton & Bradenton Riverwalk – 3.7 miles - Manatee Village Historical Park – 4.9 miles - Bradenton Convention Center – 5.5 miles - Palma Sola Botanical Park – 5.7 miles - Robinson Preserve – 5.8 miles - Cortez Beach – 7.5 miles - Anna Maria Island (Manatee Public Beach) – 7.6 miles - Coquina Beach – 8.7 miles - Sarasota Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) – 9.3 miles - Longboat Key (Beer Can Island) – 9.5 miles - Lido Key Beach – 15.1 miles - Siesta Key Beach – 19.2 miles - Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) – 45.7 miles
🌟 PET FRIENDLY!
- Prior approval is kindly required. We allow up to 3 dogs for an additional fee of $150/pet/stay. - Must be fully house-trained. - Must be completely cleaned up after. - Leashed at all times when not in a fenced area. - Crated indoors when not home with the pet. - If barking becomes an issue during your stay, alternative arrangements must be made. - Not allowed on indoor furniture, bedding, or in the pool.
Kindly Note!
- For your peace of mind, surveillance cameras are located around the exterior of the house (overlooking the driveway). No inside cameras.
- Noise monitors inside and outside the house do not record voice or conversation, they only monitor decibels.
- We provide free parking on the premises (our driveway can fit up to 4 cars).
- BBQ Grill and an empty extra propane tank are provided. Guest are responsible for exchanging the propane tank at the local stores for use.
- The heated pool feature is available for an extra $20/night or $400/month (offered from October till May). If you would like to purchase the pool heating feature, please note that it covers the entirety of your stay, and the pool heater may take up to 48 hours to reach the desired temp, so kindly let us know a week before you check-in.
- Pool settings are all scheduled. When booked, pool heat is set to 85 degrees during the cool season, however, pool temps are impacted if the weather drops below 60 degrees. So, unfortunately, pool temperatures cannot be guaranteed.
- For your comfort, our home is treated quarterly by a professional pest control company. But given our tropical climate, you may still see the occasional bug. Please keep doors and screens closed to help prevent bugs from entering, as no compensation will be provided for any bugs that may come inside.
- Liability/Risk: The hosts/co-hosts are not responsible for any accidents, injuries or illness that occurs while ON or OFF premises while using equipment provided as part of the rental, including but not limited to pool, spas, stairs or playsets. By accepting this reservation, it is agreed that all guests are expressly assuming the risk of any harm arising from their use of the premises and equipment taken off the premises. This also applies to others whom the guest invites to use the premises or equipment.
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1. MUSIC & NOISE: NO rowdy or loud music at anytime. Please keep the noise reasonable during the day. Please respect our neighbors!
3. STRICT QUIET HOURS: 10PM - 7AM must be observed per city ordinances
4. NO PARTY, NO EVENT, NO EXTRA GUESTS are allowed. Please DO NOT BOOK if you’re looking for a party house.
Important information
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Property # 3061723vb
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, a security system, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Bradenton
Located in Bradenton, this holiday home is near the beach. St. Armands Circle and Mall at University Town Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Bradenton Beach and Coquina Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium and The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature.
Premier Sports Campus at Lakewood Ranch - 35 min drive - 35.3 km
Getting around
Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 16 min drive
Restaurants
Chick-fil-A - 2 min drive
Taco Bell - 4 min drive
Applebee's Grill + Bar - 3 min drive
Boston Market - 4 min drive
Checkers - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Anna Maria Escape | Pool, Pickleball & Family Home have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Anna Maria Escape | Pool, Pickleball & Family Home?
As of 15 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Anna Maria Escape | Pool, Pickleball & Family Home on 2 July 2026 start from NZ$465, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Anna Maria Escape | Pool, Pickleball & Family Home pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Anna Maria Escape | Pool, Pickleball & Family Home?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Anna Maria Escape | Pool, Pickleball & Family Home?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Anna Maria Escape | Pool, Pickleball & Family Home?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Anna Maria Escape | Pool, Pickleball & Family Home located?
This family-friendly Bradenton holiday home is located near the beach, within 3 mi (5 km) of Blake Medical Center, Red Barn Flea Market Plaza and LECOM Park. Palma Sola Bay and Riverwalk are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The home was clean and had everything we needed. The location was perfect. We will definitely be staying again.
Margaret Ann M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 March 2026
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re really happy to hear the home was clean, well-equipped, and in the perfect location for your stay.
We’d be thrilled to welcome you back again anytime!
Great space for our family vacation. It was a short drive to many beautiful beaches, with plenty of stores/grocery options close by. The house had everything we needed and was a perfect place to relax and unwind. We loved the pool and pickleball court! :)
Great home! Perfect location if you want to be close to the beach, but still accessibility to pickleball and your own private pool. Hosts communication was extremely fast with a quick issue we had that was due to something on my end, not theirs. Super helpful. Very clean home and spacious.
Staci F.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 May 2026
Thank you so much for the wonderful review 😊
We’re so glad you enjoyed the location, pool, and the space in the home! And thank you as well for your kindness and patience while we worked through the issue.
It was a pleasure hosting you, and we’d love to welcome you back anytime!
Thank you so much! 😊
We’re glad you enjoyed the home and appreciated the communication. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we’d love to welcome you back anytime!
All in all a great place to stay. Nice home in a nice neighborhood close to our family we came to visit and just a short drive from the beach. Highly recommend.
We enjoyed our short stay with another family with little kids (1,3,3,5 yo). Playset, beach wagon and chairs, beach toys and a heated pool with a fence we could put up around the pool for the little ones.
Would stay again!
The home was perfect for our family holiday! The listing is just as described. Jenny was very communicative and answered any of our questions immediately! We will recommend this house and hopefully get another opportunity to stay here.
Everything was great! The hosts were extremely responsive and friendly. The house is spacious, clean and provides you with everything you need to swim, sleep and cook a great meal! The heated saltwater pool was a fan favorite for the kids. As far as location? you are smack dab in the middle of all the conveniences, close to IMG and only 20 minutes away from a beautiful beach. Would absolutely recommend this place for a family!
So grateful for a beautiful property to host our family. The house was stocked with the essentials trash bags, toilet paper, soaps. Beds were so comfortable! We absolutely love the pool and utilized the beach chairs and accessories. The location is prime to restaurants and shops and only 10-15 minutes to the beach. We loved our stay and do plan to return!
We were here for a baseball tournament at IMG and the location could not be better! Took us 5-6 minutes to get there with a Publix in route when we needed it. It was so nice to be able to come back and jump in the pool between games. The house was clean, beds comfortable, and the back yard is very nice.
This property is well stocked, easy to take care of, convenient with kiddies, awesome pool and toys, close to beaches, kitchen was stocked wth spices and kiddie plates and bowls. Th e check in and check out processes were great, too! Not long, so quite a pleasant surprise! Rooms were large and beds were comfy!! We would definitely stay here again!!!
I have been a long time traveler, for several years due to work. This was my first time renting a house. The overall for us was a positive experience. The house has everything we needed for two families and four teenage kids for a sport tournament.
Thank you!
We recently had a five-night stay at this property, and it was truly a very enjoyable experience. Firstly, it is a large and well laid out home. It was exceptionally clean, which made all five of us ladies very comfortable straight away. (I was initially a bit wary of renting a home that allowed large dogs, but there was absolutely no visual or olfactory hints of this at all.). This home is very well appointed from the furniture to the dish ware. We did not have any youngsters in our party, but all agreed that this would be a terrific choice for a family with children (and pet(s)). The biggest surprise was the addition in the back yard of a pickle ball court. Two of the ladies play regularly, so this was a very welcome additional amenity. I live locally, and I found the location to be excellent - close to the beach, but out of the traffic associated with it (and out of flood/evacuation zones, which certain times of the year is a consideration), grocery stores, restaurants, etc. I would highly recommend this vacation home.
This was a beautiful home in a great location. The property managers were readily available to assist when the air conditioning unit wasn’t working. They did attempt to fix the issue multiple times and they fixed the problem to where the temperature was somewhat bearable. The Florida heat in July is not the most comfortable. One thing that wasn’t ideal was the temperature of the pool. It was clear that the heater was on even though it was 93 degrees in July. We couldn’t enjoy the pool at all which was very disappointing considering that’s the main reason we rented a house with a pool. Other than that, the house was clean, well stocked with kitchen supplies and close to the beach.
We had a great stay at this house. It is well stocked with everything you need to enjoy the nearby beaches. The beach chairs were a-mazing! Our kids especially loved hanging out in the pool - a great reward after a long day of sightseeing or sitting on the beach. The things you need for cooking/baking are there - would not mind a few other things more suited for baking. I would suggest bringing ziploc bags and Tupperware type items with you if packing for a longer beach day.
The home is close to EVERYTHING. We highly suggest Anna Maria Island - especially Coquina Beach. It’s beautiful and great for kids to have fun. It’s a quick drive down to Siesta Key and Sarasota as well. Tampa seemed further away if you are trying to be close to the big city but still accessible if looking to do a day trip. Go to the MOTE Aquarium!
The backyard, the pool, the screened in porch - those were the favorites.
The bathrooms are not huge but functional and fine for families. The guest bathroom that is shared by the hallway bedrooms is really small.
Added touches: slippers to wear inside the house, great beach towels for the pool, plenty of pool toys, beautiful yard, Bluetooth speaker
Jill D.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
About the host
Hosted by Jenny & Kenny
Welcome to our STAYAWHILE vacation rentals!
Kenny and I have a long-standing passion for customer service, real estate, and hospitality, so being part of the VRBO family is like our second nature. We know how easy it is to get swept up by the business of our lives, but we truly believe in the restorative power of relaxation. Your leisure time is precious, so whether you seek a solo experience or a getaway with friends and family, please know that we offer the highest possible experience in the best of locations: Destin, Navarre Beach, Pensacola Beach, Bradenton, Sarasota, and Broken Bow Oklahoma.
We invite you to consider each of our first-class rentals for yourself. All homes are designed and furnished by professional interior designers, and we are diligent in equipping them with desirable amenities that will add to the quality of your experiences. We go above and beyond for our family, and we know that you do, too. Let us serve you for your next getaway! We will welcome and honor you as our guest!
Hosted by Jenny and Kenny
What makes this property unique
240 volts outlet is available for EV charger - Please bring your own cable.
Languages:
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