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Blue Bayou - Charming home with heated pool, tiki and OPTIONAL BOAT DOCKAGE

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Pool
Pool
Outdoor dining
Terrace/patio
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Gather by the fire
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Private pool
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet access
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Bradenton, FL
  • Place, Palma Sola Bay
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, De Soto National Memorial
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, LECOM Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Blue Bayou - Charming home with heated pool, tiki and OPTIONAL BOAT DOCKAGE

Old and new Florida charm coexist for a relaxing and comfortable stay in this clean, charming, newly renovated home tucked in a treasure location between all that is tropical, beach, and water. Our location is unique in that you do not have the expense of staying directly on the water yet have access to a dock (just steps from the property) for boat dockage. There is a neighborhood bridge with a 84” clearance at king high tide.

Coming with boats and trailers? Not a problem. Thanks to the exuberant amount of parking on this property, you can arrive and unload your gear, trailer the boat to the boat ramp 2 blocks away, park the trailer back at your doorstep, and dock the boat steps from your temporary abode. Being a boating family, one of our greatest goals was to make access to the water as easy and cost efficient as possible.

The prize of this home is the backyard oasis. The myriad of sunny days, 249 per year, is the inspiration for this tropical getaway within a getaway. Beginning with the refreshing saltwater pool (heated for an additional fee) and ending with the stately 390 square foot tiki hut with ambient lighting, the in-betweens will delight also such as the propane firepit for cool evenings, the outside shower for a convenient rinse (especially after a salty day on the water), the convenient outside-access half bath, and spacious turf for cornhole and other game-playing. This oasis will continue to pull you outdoors for entertaining and relaxing with a grill and grill tools for preparing your catch of the day, a full-size fridge for easy access to libations and snacks, a teak table for dining for 8, and lounge seating and a large TV under the tiki.

Palma Sola Bay Beach - less than 2 miles
Holmes Beach - about 6 miles
Anna Maria Island - less than 7 miles
Bradenton Beach - about 8 miles

Please help us be respectful to the residents of this wonderful community by honoring a quiet time after 10pm.

DISCLAIMER - PLEASE BE AWARE THIS HOME IS NOT WATERFRONT BUT DOES HAVE ACCESS TO A DOCK ACROSS THE STREET FOR BOAT DOCKAGE ONLY.

** Pool can be heated upon request and additional fee of $35 per day.

Mermaid Bedroom – Sleeps 2
• Master suite
• Comfortable king bed
• TV
• Blackout curtains
• Full size dresser
• Lounging chair
• Mermaid nightstands
• Lamps
• Alarm clock
• Ceiling fan and dimmable light
• Wainscoting ceiling
• Plenty of closet storage

Pelican Bedroom – Sleeps 2
• Comfortable queen bed
• TV
• Dresser
• Lounging chair
• Standing full mirror
• Nightstands
• Lamps
• Alarm clock
• Ceiling fan and light
• Plenty of closet storage

Tropical Village Bunkroom – Sleeps 3
• Comfortable twin bed
• Comfortable bunk bed
• Wardrobe with drawers
• Reading nook with children’s books and floor pillows
• Lamp
• Alarm clock
• Ceiling fan and light
• Plenty of closet storage

Master Bathroom
• New toilet
• New vanity
• New lighting and mirror
• Clean shower and tub
• Towel racks
• New farmhouse flooring
• Shampoo & shower gel
• Blow dryer
• Linen closet

Bathroom
• Toilet
• Vanity
• New lighting and mirror
• Clean shower and tub
• Towel racks
• Shampoo & shower gel

1/2 Bathroom – Outside Access
• Under air with access from patio
• New toilet
• New vanity
• New lighting and mirror
• Towel rack
• New farmhouse flooring

Lounge Room
• Cocktail table arcade game
• TV
• Play Station 2
• Comfortable seating
• Collection of family-friendly DVDs
• DVD player
• Collection of board games

Kitchen and Beverage Bar
• Fridge with ice maker and water dispenser
• Stove/oven
• Microwave
• Dishwasher
• Bar stools
• Garbage disposal
• Keurig coffee maker
• Traditional coffee maker and filters
• Toaster
• Blender
• Hand mixer
• Can opener
• Crock pot - small
• Hand mixer
• Waffle maker
• Tea kettle
• Pots and pans
• Diningwear and utensils
• Cookwear and utensils
• Bakewear and utensils
• Servewear and utensils
• Drinkwear
• Measuring spoons and cups
• Tumblers

Livingroom
• Comfortable couches -2
• Beanbag
• Side tables
• Lamp
• TV
• Collection of DVDs
• DVD player

Linens
• Quality bed sheets and pillows
• Extra blankets
• Bath towels, bath sheets, bathmats, hand towels, washcloths and make-up towels
• Beach towels
• Kitchen towels, oven mitts and hot pads

Complementary Welcome Basket
• Kitchen trash bags
• Dishwasher soap
• Laundry soap
• Paper towels
• Disinfectant wipes
• Bottled water
• Snacks

Complementary Consumables
• Dish soap
• Dish sponge
• Hand soap (kitchen and bathrooms)
• Toilet paper
• Bath tissue (2 full bathrooms)
• Shampoo & shower gel
• Propane tanks (grill and firepit)
• Coffee filters
• K-cups (coffee & hot cocoa)
• Salt & Pepper

Additional Perks
• Free internet/WiFi
• Beach chairs
• Cornhole boards and bags
• Backyard Jenga
• Beach canopy
• Beach toys
• Beach blanket
• Children's fishing poles - 2
• Pool Noodles
• Bikes -2
• Pack-N-Play (sheets not provided)
• Highchair
• Iron and iron board
• Washer and dryer
• Keyless Entry

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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

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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

Important information

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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Bradenton

West Bradenton, a neighbourhood in Bradenton, is home to this holiday home. Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Bean Point Beach and Anna Maria Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature and Manatee Performing Arts Center. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving adventures can be found near the property.
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Bradenton, FL

What's nearby

  • Palma Sola Bay - 6 min drive - 3.4 km
  • De Soto National Memorial - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
  • beach near Palma Sola Scenic Highway Park - 6 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Riverwalk - 8 min drive - 6.4 km
  • LECOM Park - 8 min drive - 6.7 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Danny's Pizzeria - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Five Guys - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sweet Krunch - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Blue Bayou - Charming home with heated pool, tiki and OPTIONAL BOAT DOCKAGE have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Blue Bayou - Charming home with heated pool, tiki and OPTIONAL BOAT DOCKAGE pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Blue Bayou - Charming home with heated pool, tiki and OPTIONAL BOAT DOCKAGE?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Blue Bayou - Charming home with heated pool, tiki and OPTIONAL BOAT DOCKAGE?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Blue Bayou - Charming home with heated pool, tiki and OPTIONAL BOAT DOCKAGE?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Blue Bayou - Charming home with heated pool, tiki and OPTIONAL BOAT DOCKAGE located?

This family-friendly Bradenton holiday home is located in West Bradenton, within 3 mi (5 km) of Blake Medical Center, Palma Sola Bay and De Soto National Memorial. The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature and Manatee Performing Arts Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

heather c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay! Clean and close to everything! Would return again
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 June 2026
Thank you, Heather. We would love to have you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Collin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean rooms, host was easy to get a hold of if needed, pool was nice, lots of beach and outdoor amenities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 May 2026
Collin - Thank you for being ideal guests and leaving a review. We hope you visit us again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brittany C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the best time! The back yard is so great for kids to keep them occupied and so great to wake up with a cup of coffee relaxing outside watching some TV in the morning while the kids sleep in. It's in a great location we went to Disney one day Venice beach another day Anna Maria island 2 days, and Clearwater another day.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 June 2026
Brittany - Thank you for your kind review. We are impressed you took great advantage of not just our local area but the wonderful surrounding ones as well.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great and relaxing girls trip at this beautiful, beachy house. There was beach stuff provided that we could use while we were staying there and we took advantage and used the beach chairs! The outdoor shower was refreshing after coming back from a long day at the beach. The pool was clean, cool and refreshing too. We loved the tiki hut and the outdoor tv. Everything about this place was just perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 June 2026
Amy - We are so pleased you and the girls had a great time and were able to enjoy the beautiful weather at the beach. Please visit again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is an AMAZING rental! It is very clean, has all you need in the home and the outdoor area is fantastic. The owner gives you a few laundry detergent pods, dishwasher pods and snacks to get you started, which we found very helpful. The home was spotless and owners were quick to respond with any questions. We hope to stay here again! HIGHLY recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 June 2026
Katie - Thank you for being such wonderful guests and your kind review. We hope you and your family will visit us again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeannie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful clean and couldn't ask for anything better
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 May 2026
So glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family of (4) loved this place! So clean and exactly how it’s pictured. The owners clearly take pride in this property and hosting guests. This property couldn’t be in a better location. Quiet neighborhood but so close to great restaurants, grocery and accommodations. Plus having such easy access to the water was a major bonus! 10/10 recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 April 2026
Thank you for taking the time to write a review. You and your family left the house in incredible condition. We are thrilled you enjoyed your time! We look forward to another visit soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edith I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Blue Bayou was exactly as describe. The house was clean and had everything we needed. The yard was beautiful and relaxing. Brian and Tonya were excellent hosts and
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2026
Thank you Mikayla for leaving your review . We are glad you had an enjoyable and relaxing time.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Todd H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host has thought of everything in this house! It is so clean an cute and has all the amenities you would ever need!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 25 February 2026
Todd - Thank you for taking the time to write a review.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maura D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family had a fabulous stay! The spacious backyard was perfect for our group—we enjoyed both the sunshine and the ample shade under the tiki hut. The screened-in porch, complete with a bathroom and second fridge, was a standout feature. The house itself was exceptionally clean, well-equipped, and thoughtfully maintained. The hosts were communicative, responsive, and very helpful throughout our stay. We would absolutely recommend this property to anyone!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 March 2026
Thank you, Maura, for your thoughtful response! We are glad you enjoyed your stay and look forward to your next visit.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home is exactly as pictured. The pool and tiki hut are the stars of the show! The backyard was beautiful and very relaxing. You can tell that a lot of love, thought, and money was put into this home to make it accommodating. The hosts have thought of everything, and we really appreciated being able to borrow their beach supplies! The welcome snacks were such a nice surprise for our hungry kids after traveling and were appreciated. This house was simply wonderful for our family.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 April 2026
Thank you for your thoughtful review. This is the kind of review we strive to receive. You were fantastic guests and I hope you will visit again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
absolutely amazing! We are traveling with our three adult children. 2 have special need. I can’t tell you how my momma heart needed this and it was perfect! Enough stuff on the site to keep everyone happy! thank you so much for sharing your beautiful home and property with us!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 March 2026
Your family were fantastic guests! Our cleaning crew were so impressed by how nice the property looked after a week with that many people. Thank you for your thoughtfulness and sweet review! We are especially glad momma enjoyed her time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Billy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My Family came down for a Soccer Tournament at IMG. The location could not of been better for that. 15 minutes to IMG, 15 minutes to the beaches, great restaurants were all in close proximity. My children loved the pool (Heated), the Tiki Hut, and outdoor living area. It was perfect for the down times and evenings after dinners out. The hosts were amazing as our travel home was delayed and they were more than helpful and flexible with our Check out plans (They even mailed back home a clothing item my daughter left behind). We are hoping to come back if we ever play down at IMG again or decide to vacation in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2026
Bill - We love our IMG families as they are always exceptional guests, just as you and your family were. We were impressed by your thorough communication as your plans ebbed and flowed and are glad you all got home safely. We look forward to your return for the next tournament! Thank for your kind words and great review.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent. We had so much fun.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 December 2025
Thank you Leslie! Glad your crew had a good time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hallie E.

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

Excellent stay!

Excellent stay at this property! Host was very communicative and the house was very clean, spacious, and had everything we needed! Would definitely stay here again :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2025
Thank you Hallie for your review. Please come and visit again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tanya B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I have nothing but positive things to say about this property - the instructions and welcoming messages from the host could not have been clearer - the property itself was spotless and had everything we needed and more! Our questions were answered promptly and fully. We would not hesitate to stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 December 2025
Tanya, thank you for such a generous review. We hope your crew will join us again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

penny d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This lovely home has everything you need for a wonderful vacation. The outdoor space, yard games, tiki hut with tv, pool, and grill was amazing! The indoor space was comfortable and decorated beautifully, the kitchen contained everything you could possibly need. We utilized the nearby dock access for fishing and also an easy walk to the river. We used the bikes and beach equipment available at the house. Location is great with a short drive to the beach and shopping just minutes away. We enjoyed everything about our stay and can’t wait to return!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 January 2026
Jenny - We appreciate not only how neat you left the property but your generous review. It brings us joy that our customers utilize the property so well and enjoy their stay as you did. We hope to see again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edward H.

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

Great home away from home!

Nice, cozy, quiet, relaxing
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 February 2025
Edward - Yay! That's our goal! Please visit us again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron M.

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

Great Stay

The wife and I had an amazing stay at this beautiful property. The pool and amenities were abundant and awesome. Communication was top notch. Would highly recommend to anyone looking to explore the beaches here in the South Tampa Bay Area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 May 2025
Thank you Aaron for taking the time to let us know how we did. Hope you will visit again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ravi C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fantastic stay at this property. The home was clean, well-stocked, and exactly as described. Its location offered convenient access to beaches, parks, and restaurants. Communication with the managers was friendly and prompt.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was wonderful. The back yard space was so inviting and spacious. The fishing was close by. Beach was a quick 15 minute drive. It is located 15 mins from IMG academy. Stores and restaurants very close. I highly recommend this place.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 July 2025
Hope your team did well at the tournament! Thank you for the review and recommendation Joseph!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia B.

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

Back Yard Oasis!!

Absolutely loved our stay. Favorite part: Back Yard. It's like your own little private paradise. Thank you for allowing us to stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 March 2025
Cynthia - Thank you for your review. So glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dino H.

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

Great stay

We really enjoyed our visit and this home was a key reason. It is a beautiful, clean home with everything you need while on vacation. The pool and backyard are fantastic. The home is in a quiet neighborhood, right down the road from the boat ramp, and seemingly less than 20 minutes to virtually any beach you’d want to visit. The beaches are quite busy, so we appreciated staying a bit further away with the family in this quiet setting. We’ll absolutely look to stay here again when visiting the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 June 2025
Dino - Thank you for taking the time to write such a generous review. We were thrilled you got to enjoy our area via boat as well. We look forward to your next visit. - Tonya
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ken W.

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

Good time

Very relaxing, with a nice layout with the pool, backyard oasis, screened in dining area and fire pit.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 February 2025
Thank you Ken for making the time to write a review. We love that you were able to take advantage of the backyard area. Hope you are able to visit again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brittni M.

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

Great place, highly recommend!

Great place! It was clean, close to the beach, and the owners responded quickly! Loved every minute!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 March 2024
Brittni - So glad you enjoyed your time. Thank you for taking the time to write a review. Hope you come back soon! - Tonya

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