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AMI is back! Many island stores & restaurants have reopened, with more to come!

Vacation home in Bradenton with an outdoor pool and a hot tub

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In the heart of Palma Sola Bay, Palma Sola Retreat is a modern home with old Spanish charm. Enjoy dinner in the screened courtyard, relax by the heated saltwater pool and spa or take a short stroll to see Manatee swimming in the marina.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

AMI is back! Many island stores & restaurants have reopened, with more to come!

Modern amenities blended with a touch of old Spanish charm! Clean, spacious, cool and comfortable 4-bedroom home, big enough for the whole family to stretch out (1,650 square feet, plus over 1,600 square feet of screened in outdoor living space as well).

Enjoy dinner out in the screened courtyard, or sit back with a cold drink by the pool or spa after a long day in the beautiful Florida sunshine! The screened in saltwater pool and spa area offer over 1,600 square feet to stretch out and is a nice reprieve from the flying Florida critters that like to harass in the evenings. And with a heated saltwater pool and spa, an evening swim or a relaxing spa session may be in order!

Literally steps away from Palma Sola Bay where you can see Manatee swimming in the marina or grab a rod and reel and sit by the water's edge and relax. Or maybe you'd like to take a cruise around Palma Sola Bay on one of our Beach Cruiser bikes?

If you love to cook, you'll be happy to know that the kitchen is fully stocked with hardly a utensil or need overlooked. Pull out the blender for a homemade Piña Colada or cook a nice meal - you'll have everything you need.

When the day is done and you're feeling content, slide into soft sheets, fluffy pillows, and a big comfortable king sized bed with your favorite book! Or catch-up on your favorite shows with complementary Directv or access your Netflix/Hulu/Amazon account from our smart TV (Master Bedroom).

Tuck the kids and their tired little eyes into one of our three guest rooms. Guest rooms one and two are equipped with two twin beds each (XL twin beds in guest room 2), and guest room three has one queen sized bed and a smart TV for Netflix/Hulu/Amazon access.

Palma Sola Retreat is in a wonderful location. Steps from Palma Sola Bay, and a short seven minute drive across the bay to the beautiful white sand Gulf beaches of Anna Maria Island.

On the Bay, be sure to check out the paddle boards and kayak rentals which are on location, rent jet skis or look into beach horse riding!

Nearby Robinson's Preserve is a great place for a hike or bike ride with the family, or maybe a morning run?

Have time for 18? Hit one of the area's many beautiful golf courses!

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Grocery:

Publix Grocery is less than a mile away, The Fresh Market is 1.1 miles away, and Richard's Wholefoods Foodporium is 2.5 miles further down the street.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: $100 per day fine, plus cleaning fee

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Heated pool
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Maximum of 8 guests. A fine of $100 per night, per additional guest if violated and may be subject to eviction.
NO PARTIES! If this is on your agenda, do NOT book our home. We work closely with the Manatee County Sheriff's Department.
Pool solar heated year-round. Optional gas heat, Dec-Feb @ $35/night. If over-night temps drop below 50F, we don't heat pool. Guest will be refunded.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
$100 per day fine, plus cleaning fee

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Clean Private Home Screened Heated Salt Water Pool House
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Clean Private Home With Screened in Heated Salt Water Pool Spa!!

About the neighborhood

Map
Bradenton, FL

What's nearby

  • Palma Sola Bay - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Blake Medical Center - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • IMG Academy - 8 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • LECOM Park - 11 min drive - 5.6 miles
  • Premier Sports Campus at Lakewood Ranch - 33 min drive - 21.8 miles

Getting around

  • Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Elks Lodge - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Danny's Pizzeria - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Five Guys - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Poppo's Taqueria - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does AMI is back! Many island stores & restaurants have reopened, with more to come! have a pool?

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

Is AMI is back! Many island stores & restaurants have reopened, with more to come! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at AMI is back! Many island stores & restaurants have reopened, with more to come!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at AMI is back! Many island stores & restaurants have reopened, with more to come!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is AMI is back! Many island stores & restaurants have reopened, with more to come! located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is steps from Palma Sola Bay, and within 3 mi (5 km) of Blake Medical Center and De Soto National Memorial. IMG Academy and Palma Sola Botanical Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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10/10 Excellent

Lori B.

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

Amazing!

This is such a perfect house! There are 6 of us “older” women who make the trip to Bradenton every summer, and it usually so hard to find a house with enough beds that are not bunk beds. The house is great—it has everything you need—and the pool is fabulous!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christa G.

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

Another wonderful stay

This was our 3rd stay, and it was just as wonderful as the other times! Plenty of indoor and outdoor space, very clean, and an amazing pool.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda H.

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

Good vacation property

Great venue, close to Bay, shops and vacation amenities. Pool great but a little chilly in December. Quiet, friendly neighbourhood. House offered all facilities required for a relaxing vacation. Would certainly go back.
Stayed 28 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

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

Highly recommend!

This place is a hidden gem. My family and I enjoyed our stay—including time in the pool, dinners outside, and a location convenient for fun beach days and walks through nature preserves!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

john d.

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

Annual Florida Trip

Enjoyed our second stay at the retreat. Jame and Regan have been very responsive to any inquiry. The place was well supplied when we got there. Plenty of room to relax inside or out. Planning to be back in 2025.
Stayed 35 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacy K.

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

Winter Break with Family

Great family stay at this property (4 adults/2 kids). Very clean, spacious, good layout and generously equipped with all the kitchen, pool and beach toys you need. Decor and furnishing all in great condition. Covered/heated pool and spa were much enjoyed even in 70 degree temp. We are pretty familiar with the area and Palma Sola was a good location compromise to be 15 min from the Anna Maria beaches and 30 from Sarasota museums, aquarium etc. Hosts were very responsive. Cute fishing/manatee viewing 2 blocks away. Would definitely consider staying again with the family!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela R.

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

Fantastic home, neighborhood, and hosts!

We couldn't have been happier with our stay! Not only was the home clean and spacious, the neighbors were welcoming, the neighborhood felt very safe, and the location was super convenient. Everything we needed was within 15 minutes. As if that wasn't enough, the hosts were extremely quick to respond to my messages and so very kind. Without hesitation I'd recommend this home and hope we have another chance to stay in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hoang Anh N.

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

Perfect stay

Everything about this place is awesome. The house is spacious and it comes with a screened pool, 3 bikes, beach toys and plenty of fresh towels and amenities. There are plenty of trails for biking and or jogging. Our favorite is Robinson Preserve that can be reached either by foot (almost 2 miles) or by car to the watch tower. James and Regan made sure our check in was smooth and were responsive with our needs during the stay. We will consider staying here again next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie H.

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

Girls weekend

Well maintained, well appointed. Everything you need is there. Well stocked kitchen, beach and pool gear for adults and children. They even have a beach canopy for use! Lovely property. The owner was kind to provid a bottle of tequila and tortillas for the cinco de mayo weekend. I would definitely return and highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

LeiLani T.

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

Spring Break 2024

If you are a family with littles looking for an ideal VRBO, this is it. In addition to being beautifully decorated, the hosts provide a wealth of extras that just add to the stay: a book nook/bed in a closet with many Disney books, pool toys, sand toys for the beach just minutes away, Disney DVDs, and toys in the house. There is everything you need to take the littles to the beach: sand chairs, cooler, sun tent, and umbrella. No need to bring the Pack-n-Play, they have one! Just can't sy enough about how all these things help families traveling with littles!
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leanne O.

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

Excellent Getaway

This home is beautiful, clean, spacious and we even were able to check in early which really helped. The pool and spa are so nice!! We loved spending time in the screened in pool area the most. Even on days it rained, we were able to be outside since half is covered from the rain. The owners are always available, caring and provided so much at this home for us. We enjoyed our stay so much and it was just what we needed. Only 5 mins to Anna Maria Island too. Lots of options to eat in Bradenton too. Great location! Oh and right down the street you can watch manatees daily and the most beautiful sunsets! So grateful we found this home and gave it a chance! Does not disappoint.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kylie W.

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

Great family vacation

We had a wonderful time. The property was just as listed. Very convenient to beaches and shopping areas. Clean and well stocked. The owners were very responsive to questions. We were even blessed to be able to check in early which helped us out a lot. The pool area was great and was our main source of entertainment. My teenage sons also enjoyed riding their scooters in the neighborhood. There is also a marinara within walking distance. We were able to fish and watch the manatees come in. We would definitely recommend this place! We can’t wait until next time. 🌴
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel L.

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

Great location and communication

Great location 10 minutes from the beach. Safe quiet neighborhood for running and kids biking in the street. Thanks to the outdoor screening, patio and house were clean and completely bug free. Hot tub and heated pool were a win and main reason we booked. House was spacious and had all the things you need from condiments to trash bags to pool toys, towels and life jackets. Beds were comfy and the closet converted to an extra bunk was perfect for our 2 yr old! Due to cold temps, manatees weren’t in the bay but according to locals, they normally are which is a short walk from the house. Communication with James was great and he even gave some local recommendations for us. We are coming back next year and would very likely stay again if we come to the same town.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ben A.

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

Don't pass this one up!!! Awesome Property!

Me and my family rented this property for the week of Thanksgiving 2023 and had a fantastic time. We loved the Spanish forward vibe of the house / courtyard and the pool / hot tub were outstanding. It says saltwater pool and hot tub but you do not taste salt at all or feel that on your skin. I was a bit worried about that when booking but it was not an issue at all. The location of this property is located in the middle of everything with shopping / groceries / dining all within a stones throw of the house. The area / subdivision is very well kept and safe to walk or ride bikes around the area. Everything in the house was labeled very well and the kitchen was stocked with most of the things you will need to make any kind of meal. We had a multi course Thanksgiving meal for 8 to give you an idea of what we had to work with so there is no shortage of kitchen items. Anna Maria island is only a few minutes away which has some very nice beaches and great island viby stores and restaurants. Lastly, the communication between the host and us was great. They answer their phone every time we had a question (even on Thanksgiving) and called back to make sure we got what we needed. Me and my family highly recommend this property to anyone thinking of booking in the Bradenton area. I am sure we will book again the next time we are staying in this area.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

john d.

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

Spring in Bradenton

We had another enjoyable stay at the retreat. Weather was great, the place was excellent as usual. James and Regan were very welcoming and responsive to any requests.
Stayed 34 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie H.

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

The best !!

Every
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lei Lani T.

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

Michiganders

This is our third stay in three years at this property! It is an excellent place for families with littles. All the extras that the hosts provide (pool toys, sand toys, kid videos) make it very easy on the parents. The reading nook in a closet is a favorite of my granddaughter's. Before we left this year, she asked me if I thought it would still be there!
Stayed 10 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kendra N.

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

Perfect family vacation home

This was our second time staying here and everything was perfect as usual! Check-in was simple, house had everything you needed, close to beaches & shopping, the pool area was awesome, and the owners are very accommodating. Will definitely be staying again in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anne S.

Nicest place we ever stayed.

Great location. Lots of amenities. Owners very accommodating.
Stayed 35 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Greg G.

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

We really enjoyed our stay. The house met all expectations. The pool and hot tub area are amazing.

We loved the outdoor eating area and the well equipped kitchen. We had everything we needed and the owners were great at communicating. The accommodations are very comfortable as well. We would stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great trip!

We had a great time staying here. So many extras to make the stay enjoyable. Plenty of room to be comfortable, kitchen fully stocked and easy to cook in, hot tub outside was wonderful and we used it every night!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

Great getaway!

Property is well stocked and clean. Close to everything. Great pool and hot tub. A very enjoyable holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sam S., Battle Creek, USA

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

Fabulous!

Everything was perfect for us. We enjoyed the home and location. I would highly reccomend this place.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Dale E.

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

Family Retreat

Family and grandkids. Great location and well equiped house perfect for a relaxing time and close and convenient to the beaches. Great little marina with manatee's just a few houses away.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Alan N.

Summer rental house

Had a wonderful time using the house. Was very clean and provided all the space we needed for 7 people. Very close to the beach and restaurants, store, etc. in the area.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2016