6/10 Okay
Troy B.
27 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Nice location
Troy B.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2025
Entire home
Old Florida Charm: Casa Bratee Manatee
Riverside holiday home with kitchen and balcony
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Reviews
8.4 out of 10
Very good
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7139.4 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Bonita Springs, FL
- Place, Riverside Park12 min walk
- Place, Bonita Springs Dog Park18 min walk
- Place, Bonita Springs Public Beach11 min drive
- Airport, Fort Myers, FL (RSW-Southwest Florida Intl.)22 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Lanai Room
1 Large Single Sofa Bed
Living Room 1
1 Single Sofa Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
About this property
Old Florida Charm: Casa Bratee Manatee
Contrast from the hectic modern life. Indulge in relaxing free time without constant TV blaring. (but we do provide internet access)
Step into our retro/tiki/vintage style home, inspired by old florida, and travel near and far.
Vintage show pieces in each room help transport you to a slower pace,
And the sight of palm trees remind you that you are not in Kansas anymore?
A large 2 bedroom, 2 bath apt. with a lanai/patio looking onto a creek and subtropical splendor.
There's a futon style sofa bed in the lanai room, a sofa in living room that I've slept on comfortably, and a couch in one of the bedrooms that can sleep one.
Step into our retro/tiki/vintage style home, inspired by old florida, and travel near and far.
Vintage show pieces in each room help transport you to a slower pace,
And the sight of palm trees remind you that you are not in Kansas anymore?
A large 2 bedroom, 2 bath apt. with a lanai/patio looking onto a creek and subtropical splendor.
There's a futon style sofa bed in the lanai room, a sofa in living room that I've slept on comfortably, and a couch in one of the bedrooms that can sleep one.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Adults only
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
No smoking inside! But smoking outside is ok.
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Bonita Springs
Located in Bonita Springs, this holiday home is on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Barefoot Beach and Bonita Springs Public Beach, while Hertz Arena and Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens are popular area attractions. Everglades Wonder Gardens and Golf Safari Mini Golf are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with snorkelling and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and ecotours.
Bonita Springs, FL
What's nearby
- Riverside Park - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
- Bonita Springs Dog Park - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
- Promenade at Bonita Bay - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
- Barefoot Beach - 11 min drive - 8.9 km
- Bonita Springs Public Beach - 11 min drive - 9.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- RaceTrac - 3 min drive
- Sugarshack Downtown - 8 min walk
- Buffalo Chips Restaurant - 11 min walk
- Circle K - 19 min walk
- The Brass Tap - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
8.4
Very good
8.8/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Check-in
9.6/10
Communication
9.6/10
Location
8.4/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Hannah P.
13 February 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly Recommend!
Hannah P.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
8/10 Good
Daniel J.
26 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always happy to return!
Daniel J.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
John G.
28 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wow!!! Awesome little bungalo!
John G.
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2023
8/10 Good
patrice g.
20 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
séjour
patrice g.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025
About the host
Hosted by Bruce
Considered an earthling,
I have traveled for a living for 3 decades, working backstage on traveling Broadway productions.
I am interested in almost everything, and bought this Florida place as an experiment when looking for places for my sister and brother-in-law.
I have traveled for a living for 3 decades, working backstage on traveling Broadway productions.
I am interested in almost everything, and bought this Florida place as an experiment when looking for places for my sister and brother-in-law.
Why they chose this property
The neighborhood is mostly single family homes within walking distance of The WonderGardens, restaurants, shops, and the public park.
The house if on Leitner Creek which leads to the Imperial River about a block away.
The creek is the focal point of the house and patio, imparting a sub-tropical, everglades kind of feel.
The house if on Leitner Creek which leads to the Imperial River about a block away.
The creek is the focal point of the house and patio, imparting a sub-tropical, everglades kind of feel.
What makes this property unique
The house is a tribute to old florida, and to travels near and far.
It's a kaleidoscope of color and vintage treasures,
not a cookie cutter kind of place.
Guests have a chance to unwind in a quirky place with bright colors and vintage style.
It's a kaleidoscope of color and vintage treasures,
not a cookie cutter kind of place.
Guests have a chance to unwind in a quirky place with bright colors and vintage style.
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