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Canalfront ‘Caribbean Retreat’ w/Pool & Boat Dock

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Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
Pool | A heated pool
Exterior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, internet, bed sheets
TV
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61990 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher

Explore the area

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Bradenton, Florida
  • Popular LocationCortez Beach6 min drive
  • Popular LocationCoquina Beach9 min drive
  • Popular LocationIMG Academy10 min drive
  • AirportSt. Petersburg, FL (SPG-Albert Whitted)44 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Canalfront ‘Caribbean Retreat’ w/Pool & Boat Dock

Enjoy an island escape right here in the States at ‘Caribbean Retreat,’ a breezy Bradenton vacation rental on Palma Sola Bay. For some peace among the palms, look no further than the canalfront backyard boasting a brand new, color-lit pool and furnished deck. Experience coastal living from the comfort of home or venture 3 miles out to Bradenton Beach for a change of shoreline. Also minutes from this 3-bedroom, 2-bath abode is Anna Maria Island, home to beautiful beaches and unique boutiques!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Newly Remodeled | Outdoor Oasis | Dock Access | Family Friendly | 6 Minutes to Beach

With a full kitchen and spacious living area, along with a private pool deck to soak up some sun and a screened porch for when you’re needing some shade, this professionally designed 1,900-square-foot home is the perfect host for your family's next beach getaway!

Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: King Bed | Bedroom 3: 2 Twin XL Beds (or Queen Bed - connector provided)

POOL DECK: Newly-built swimming pool (heated for an additional nightly fee and two days advance notice because it takes two days to heat up, max heat 85 degrees) with light effects (colors change at night), lounge chairs, patio furniture, gas grill, screened lanai, beach chairs, beach towels, sun umbrella
INDOOR LIVING: Brand new furnishings, appliances and bathrooms; flat-screen Smart TVs with cable, kitchen table, dining table
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, brand new stainless steel appliances, oversized granite peninsula, 6-person breakfast bar, drip coffee maker, toaster, double-door refrigerator w/ icemaker, spices
GENERAL: Free WiFi, linens/towels, washer/dryer, hairdryer, starter toiletries
PARKING: Garage (2 vehicles), driveway (2 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

LOCAL HOTSPOTS: Cortez Clam Factory (0.2 miles), Fire & Stone Pizza (0.6 miles), Cortez Kitchen (1.6 miles), Swordfish Grill (1.6 miles), Tide Tables Restaurant and Marina (2.0 miles), Beach House Restaurant (2.7 miles), Anna Maria Oyster Bar on the Pier (2.9 miles), Shore Longboat Key (5.4 miles)
BEACHES: Bradenton Beach (2.6 miles), Cortez Beach (3.0 miles), Coquina Beach (4.1 miles), Anna Maria Public Beach (4.9 miles), Manatee Public Beach (4.9 miles), Beer Can Island (5.1 miles), Longboat Key Beach (7.3 miles), Bean Point Beach (8.6 miles)
GOLF COURSES: Timber Creek Golf Course (3.0 miles), Manatee County Golf Course (4.2 miles), Pinebrook Ironwood Golf Course (4.4 miles), IMG Academy Golf Club (5.6 miles), Sara Bay Country Club (8.6 miles), River Run Golf Links (10.1 miles), Longboat Key Golf Club (14.6 miles)
ATTRACTIONS: Florida Maritime Museum (1.5 miles), IMG Academy (5.2 miles), DeSoto National Memorial Park (6.4 miles), Escape Bradenton (6.7 miles), The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature (8.4 miles), Riverwalk (8.7 miles), Manatee Village Historical Park (9.8 miles), The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art (10.6 miles), Sarasota Jungle Gardens (11.9 miles), Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium (15.2 miles)
HIKING AREAS: Leffis Key (3.9 miles), Neal Preserve (7.3 miles), Robinson Preserve (7.0 miles)
AIRPORTS: Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport (11.8 miles), Tampa International Airport (52.0 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you’ll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we’ll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we’ll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome--because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: This property has a strict max occupancy of 6 guests. Groups that exceed 6 will be fined
- IMPORTANT: There is an optional pool heat fee of $25/night (+ fees & taxes, paid pre-trip, applied to entire stay). Please contact the Guest Contact two days prior to arrival if you wish to utilize the pool
- NOTE: Your safety matters. There is a Ring doorbell security camera, located next to the front door facing out. It does not look into any interior spaces
- NOTE: Absolutely NO events, parties or large gatherings. Guests that violate this rule will be subject to a post-stay fine

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Heated pool on site
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Scuba diving 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,990 square feet

Similar properties

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

437299

About the neighborhood

Bradenton

This vacation home is located in Bradenton. Shoppers can check out St. Armands Circle, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Cortez Beach and Coquina Beach. Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium and Fish Hole Adventure Golf are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Scuba diving and motor boating adventures can be found near the property.

What's nearby

  • Historic Bridge Street Pier - 6 min drive
  • Cortez Beach - 6 min drive
  • Coquina Beach - 9 min drive
  • IMG Academy - 10 min drive
  • Jewfish Key - 11 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Starbucks - 4 min drive
  • McDonald's - 4 min drive
  • Bonefish Grill - 4 min drive
  • Anna Maria Oyster Bar - 5 min drive
  • Anna Maria Oyster Bar on the Pier - 6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Canalfront ‘Caribbean Retreat’ w/Pool & Boat Dock pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Canalfront ‘Caribbean Retreat’ w/Pool & Boat Dock?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Canalfront ‘Caribbean Retreat’ w/Pool & Boat Dock?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Canalfront ‘Caribbean Retreat’ w/Pool & Boat Dock located?

Situated in Bradenton, this vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Anna Maria Sound, Bradenton Beach Marina, and Fish Hole Adventure Golf. Historic Bridge Street Pier and Cortez Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 33 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 33 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 33 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Todd T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Property!
We really enjoyed our stay! The home was clean and came equipped with everything needed to make the stay comfortable and enjoyable. Would highly recommend :)
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renee W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for familes
This was a great little house for our family. There was plenty of room. My kids loved the pool outside. The neighborhood was nice and was also quite. Great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing family trip
Amazing vacation. House was awesome. Fully stocked with all amenities. Great location. Pool was warm and beautiful. Owners communicated quickly regarding AC issue. Owners were Very considerate. They dropped off 2 bottles of wine to make up for any AC inconvenience. Would definitely stay again!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Deborah A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyable stay
Property was very nice. A few issues. The toaster was broken and the water filter in the refrigerator was outdated. After contacting our property contact person the issues were taken care of within 24 hr. Very good service. The pool was very nice also!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria V., Lancaster, Pennsylvania

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
This is Cortez hidden gem! Loved everything about this place and our stay! Clean, as described and more! Would definitely book again. Thank you for sharing your home with us for a great family vacation!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dell N., Atlanta, GA

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful place
Great experience with the rental! Home is clean, cute, and well equipped. The pool was terrific too. Highly recommend it!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice trip
Great pool and easy access to the beach!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

RICHARD R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Place, Nice Pool, Nice Location
Property was very clean and very spacious. Pool and deck area were great. Very close to beautiful beach areas!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Christian H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
Very nice stay in a nice, quiet home at a channel in Cortez. We had a great time for 7 days in Dec / Jan. Great time to spend your vacaction. The team was very responsive even when something was missing (thank you so much, Ruth!).
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lauren W.

Liked: Cleanliness
The pool is the star ⭐️
We had a relaxing extended weekend stay with our teens while playing in the IMG tournament. Very clean home and in a quiet neighborhood. The layout of the home worked perfectly for us & the beautiful pool area was used as often as possible!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022