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Stylish Lakefront Villa with South Facing Pool. A short drive to fine beaches.

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A two-story house with a garage, a front yard with grass and a tree, and a clear blue sky with clouds.
A covered outdoor seating area with lounge chairs and a small table, overlooking a body of water and greenery.
A tranquil residential area with a pond, houses, and lush greenery.
A glass-top table with metal chairs, a white container, and a view of a swimming pool.
A hallway with a yellow wall, a wooden console table with speakers and vases, a white door, and a hanging light fixture.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Relax in the indoor pool
    A rare find in this area - enjoy a swim, whatever the weather.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer/dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Bradenton, FL
  • Place, People at Play
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, River Run Golf Links
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, University Park Country Club
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Stylish Lakefront Villa with South Facing Pool. A short drive to fine beaches.

The villa has two large reception rooms furnished in a comfortable relaxed style. The fully equipped kitchen includes a large cooker, fridge freezer with ice water feature and a dishwasher. We provide both electric and stove top kettles, coffee makers and a large toaster. You will find crock pots, a smoothie maker and a full pan set for cooking large meals amongst other kitchen accessories.
A spacious quiet dining room has a table with seating for 6. A smaller dining table in the kitchen seats four alongside a breakfast bar seating two. There is a further table on the pool deck area seating four alongside a new full size gas BBQ for guests to use at no cost.
The heated swimming pool has a child safety net under a screened cage.
A washer and dryer are in a separate room. There is a king bed in the master, queen bed in second and twin beds in third bedroom all with pillow top mattresses. All bedrooms have flat screen televisions and bedside radios.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please start a wash load of bedding in the washing machine before departing. Thank you.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
If the BBQ grill is used by guests at all, it is essential that it is cleaned before departure in consideration of guests to follow, thank you.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4273282
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

Located on a lake, this villa is in Sabal Harbour, a neighbourhood in Bradenton. Mall at University Town Center and St. Armands Circle are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lido Beach and Coquina Beach. Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium and Manatee Performing Arts Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Bradenton, FL

What's nearby

  • People at Play - 6 min drive - 5.4 km
  • River Run Golf Links - 6 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Ward Lake - 6 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Red Barn Flea Market Plaza - 9 min drive - 9.4 km
  • University Park Country Club - 9 min drive - 8.2 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wawa - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪RaceTrac - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪RaceTrac - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Stylish Lakefront Villa with South Facing Pool. A short drive to fine beaches. have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Stylish Lakefront Villa with South Facing Pool. A short drive to fine beaches. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Stylish Lakefront Villa with South Facing Pool. A short drive to fine beaches.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Stylish Lakefront Villa with South Facing Pool. A short drive to fine beaches.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stylish Lakefront Villa with South Facing Pool. A short drive to fine beaches.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stylish Lakefront Villa with South Facing Pool. A short drive to fine beaches. located?

Located in Sabal Harbour, this villa is within 6 miles (10 km) of University Park Country Club, Rosedale Golf and Country Club and Manatee Village Historical Park. Red Barn Flea Market Plaza and Manatee Memorial Hospital are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 77 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 77 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 77 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 77 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 77 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice house with a good location. We will stay here again when we visit.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 June 2026
Thank you for your kind review. You will all be welcome back anytime you wish. Great guests. Best wishes, Pauline.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very clean and very well stocked and we really enjoyed our stay there. The stores were very convenient to get to also.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 April 2026
Hello. We are glad that you found our home to your liking. The local area seems to be booming with new stores, eateries and amenities being built continuously. Best wishes. Pauline and Howard.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay at this home. It was so close and convenient to everything we needed! The hosts and property managers responded promptly to all of our messages and their kindness was very appreciated. Our kids loved the pool. It was a great size for our family of four with room to spare!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 April 2026
Hello Jessica. We really appreciate your kind review and are glad that your family enjoyed our private pool. You left the home so tidy and we are pleased to have had you all stay at our villa. Best wishes, Pauline and Howard.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Close to everything! Very clean, comfy beds, and the management was very responsive! We will def stay here again when in town!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 December 2025
Hi all. Thank you for your kind review. We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay and thank you for leaving the home in such a clean and tidy condition. Our best to you all. Pauline and Howard.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay, clear instructions and easy to contact with questions and suggestions. Perfect florida vacation home if you want to get out and away from the busyness after a day at the beach.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 January 2026
Thank you for your kind review. We are glad that your family had a good time and enjoyed the local beaches. Best regards, Howard and Pauline.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Third time staying at this wonderful vacation home.Close to the beach,resturants and attractions.Clean and safe.Looking forward to staying here again.Dave
Stayed 24 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 December 2025
Hello Dave. Thank you for your lovely comments. We feel you have summed up the home very well and we are so pleased that you had another nice stay. We look forward to accommodating you again sometime. Best wishes, Pauline and Howard.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent home!

Enjoyed our stay here! Nice and close to beaches and looking forward to coming back!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 June 2022
Hi Dave, Thank you for taking the trouble to send us such a nice review. Just get in touch if you are able to return in the future. Thank you for looking after our home so well. All the best, Howard and Pauline.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was very comfortable, in a fGreat community. The hosts were very accommodating. They had local company come by a couple times to service the pool. We had one issue with the washing machine which quickly resolved by the local maintenence company. A wonderful experience and we would stay there again!
Stayed 13 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 February 2026
Great to receive your nice review and we are glad that our manager was able to deal with the washer issue very quickly. We would welcome you back at any time if you should wish to stay again. Our best wishes, Pauline and Howard.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beauitful, charming house w great pool!

We loved our trip. Kids wanted to swim in pool nonstop and hosts were kind and communicative. Beds were comfy too! Will stay again for sure.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 December 2024
Hi Rachel. Thank you for your nice review, we are so pleased that you all enjoyed your stay. It was very easy to interact with you and we hope you found the beaches that you enquired about to your liking. You are always welcome to stay again. Best wishes, Pauline and Howard.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect for our spring break stay

House worked great for our spring break trip to the area. House was well laid out and well equipt including laundry, pool/beach supplies and linens.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 April 2024
Hi Denise. So glad that you enjoyed your stay and liked the Bradenton area. You took care of the villa very well and this is much appreciated. Many thanks, Howard.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful home peaceful and comfy great people to deal with

Tranquil, private, relaxing, friendly owners, what more could your ask for
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 29 March 2020
Hello Christina, We are so pleased that you enjoyed your time on Sabal Harbour. It was a pleasure dealing with you and we hope that you will be able to stay at Little Palms Villa again sometime. All our best to you and your family. Howard and Pauline.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sabal Harbour Stay

This was an excellent 5 week stay. The house gave us everything we needed, and the weather made everything perfect. We are looking forward to next year where we are thinking about a 6 week stay.
Stayed 35 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 March 2025
Hello William. Many thanks for your kind review. We are so glad that all went well with your visit and that you had good weather. You are welcome back any time, thank you again. Best wishes Pauline.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed this home. Very roomy and the pool was nice and warm. The kitchen could have been better equipped e.i. no measuring cups, no 9 x 13 baking pan. We made due and it was fine. Pauline was very quick to reply to my messages. She was so kind about our late night check in. Enjoyed our time at this home.
Turtles sunning in the pond behind the home.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 March 2026
Hello Janice. Many thanks for your positive review of our villa. We will ask our home manager to replace the small missing items from the kitchen soonest, thank you for letting us know about this. A nice image of the turtle sunning itself. The lake does have a lot of wildlife around. Best wishes, Pauline and Howard.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great House and Great Locations

No complaints. House was clean and well-kept. Had everything we needed. Very nice residential neighborhood.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing!

This place is in a great location! The pool and house were clean and well maintained. My family and i enjoyed and loved staying here.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Comfortable getaway

Quiet,safe neighborhood close to activities. Comfortable villa with anice pool.
Stayed 28 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 December 2023
Hello Dave. Thank you for posting a nice review. We are so pleased that you enjoyed your second stay at our home and we look forward to hearing from you if you wish to visit Sabal Harbour again sometime. Our best to you and your family. Howard and Pauline.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing Villa

Beautiful, clean home located in a quiet community. Perfect for rest and relaxation by the pool or just a short drive to the beaches! I would definitely recommend this villa and would stay here again!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 29 March 2020
Hello Melissa, Thank you for your nice review. Great to hear that you enjoyed the pool and found the locality to your liking. We would be very pleased to have you stay again should you be visiting Bradenton in future years. Our best to you all, Pauline and Howard.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great rental.

Love everything about house.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 29 March 2020
Hello Tim, Thank you for your kind review and the personal message you sent. Our best wishes, Howard and Pauline.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loved this place

Clean and spacious home. Pool was amazing. Centrally located to restaurants, stores and beaches. Will definitely stay here again if we can. TVs could be easier to manage!!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 June 2022
Hello Theresa, Thank you for sending such a nice review. We are so glad that you all had a good time. I have not seen the new cable TV box systems in each room yet, but we are visiting this month and may well change to a simpler set up if needed. We would love to hear from you should you ever wish to stay again. Take care, Howard and Pauline.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sabal Harbor

Wonderful monthly stay with no issues.Host was very attentive and easy to communicate with.Nice pool and safe community. Would definitely stay in future.
Stayed 33 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 January 2023
Hello Dave. We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay and found Sabal Harbour a nice place to spend some time. Thank you looking after our home so well. Best wishes, Howard and Pauline.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sable Harbor house

The 3 bedroom house was lovely and very quick communication with owners. Pool at house was nicely heated. Community center larger pool was also fun for the kids to use.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 December 2024
Hi Diane. We are glad that you and your children enjoyed your stay and made good use of the community facilities, especially the tennis courts. It was great to deal with you throughout and we would welcome you all back should you wish to return someday. Best regards, Howard and Pauline.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location for MLB spring training

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Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 March 2025
Thank you Robert for your 5 star rating. We hope you enjoyed your short break. Best wishes, Pauline and Howard.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loved our stay!

This villa in a quiet, upscale neighborhood is a great home base to enjoy the Bradenton/ Sarasota area. My husband and I found the neighborhood great for walking with pretty landscaping and friendly neighbors. The sunrise views over the pool and water were a delight. The home has every amenity one would need and is only about a 30 minute drive to gulf beaches.
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 February 2024
Hello Terri and Tom. It is kind of you to send us such a nice review, thank you. We are glad that you both liked the home and enjoyed visiting the local area and beaches. We hope you will be able to return sometime, thank you for taking such good care of our home during your stay. Best wishes, Pauline and Howard.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Vacation Home

My family and I could not have enjoyed our stay more. The home was clean and had everything we needed to enjoy our vacation for the week. Only a short drive from several beaches and the beautiful gulf coast. My children’s favorite part of our vacation home was the pool. I recommend this home for anyone who wants a vacation home that feels like their home away from home.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 19 April 2021
Hello Ashley, Glad you enjoyed your stay and that your children made good use of the pool. Please get in touch if you are visiting the area again. Many thanks. Howard and Pauline.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Clean and cozy

Our stay was perfect! The communication between Howard and Pauline was always simple. The house is well stocked with cooking items, pool and beach toys/towels, and was very cozy. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 December 2023
Hello Charlene, We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay at the villa. It was a pleasure to deal with you before, and during your stay and we liked the fact that you cared about the home and wanted to look after it during your time there. It will be nice to hear from you should you wish to return to Little Palms at any time. Thanks again, Pauline and Howard.

About the host

Hosted by Pauline Walduck. Stylish Lakefront Villa with Heated Pool.

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Hello.
My name is Pauline. My husband Howard and I purchased our lovely villa nearly 20 years ago. We have spent a great deal of time making it a colourful and comfortable home to try to ensure that our guests will always have an enjoyable stay in this wonderful location.
We love the home and the local area and try to visit twice year to enjoy visiting the many towns and beaches nearby such as Siesta Key and the fabulous Anna Maria Island.
We live in the UK in the north of the country in an area called the Lake District where I work for a cottage rental company and my husband renovates period properties for a living.
We have made many friends during our ownership of Little Palms Villa, and are pleased to have many repeat bookings from guests who stay there, some returning year after year.

Why they chose this property

We spent a long time choosing our Florida home and decided that the place with the greatest appeal for us was the Gulf Coast with its superb beaches and unhurried lifestyle compared to other areas we visited. The home is just a 5 minute drive from the I 75 (running north south the length of Florida) close to the west coast allowing easy travel to the many attractions of the Sarasota and Bradenton area. The main point that we loved about the villa was the south facing view over the pool to the rear over the peaceful lake.

What makes this property unique

Our villa has all of the amenities that any guest would need for a comfortable, trouble free stay on the Gulf Coast. We have a fine management company who look after the home in our absence, and guests are constantly remarking on how clean and well maintained Little Palms Villa is. We have televisions in most rooms, a Bose sound system connected to the one in the in the main living room and radios and sound systems throughout the home. Our fully equipped kitchen means that the occasional evening at home is a must, with dining areas in the kitchen, dining room and outside on the tiled patio area beside the pool. We provide a regularly replaced gas BBQ at no charge to guests (including gas). There are five sun loungers beside the heated pool which has underwater lighting to enable evening swimming and is under a lanai screen.
Fully air-conditioned, the home is a great base for families or even couples to spend time in comfort while exploring the great facilities in the locality. These include the pure quartz sandy beach and town of Siesta Key, the stylish city of Sarasota ( both reached within half an hours drive of Sabal Harbour) and the beautiful Anna Maria Island with its quaint 'Key West' feel and miles of clean beaches.

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