⚓Villa Bella! Amazing pool home min from downtown! ⚓
Welcome to Villa Bella! ⚓Close proximity to Lakewood Ranch, Sarasota, and Tampa ⚓Short drive to beaches ⚓Fully stocked kitchen for all of your favorite home cooked meals ⚓High speed Wi-Fi included ⚓Smart lock for Self Check-in
This beautiful 4 bedroom 2 bath home in Downtown Bradenton sleeps 9 and is in great proximity to many different restaurants and attractions. Located in a prime location in Bradenton, you are also a short drive from local groceries, shopping, and the white sandy beaches of Anna Maria Island!
When arriving to the property you instantly notice the tropical fauna and modern yet historical design of the home. When first walking into the home you will be greeted by amazing tile floors leading you into the spacious open floorplan of the bottom floor. Here you can keep yourself entertained in the living room, enjoy a delicious breakfast in the dining room, or relax on the patio through the french doors! Going past all of that, you will find a kitchen stocked with everything you will need to make all of your favorite homemade dishes! Through here you can get to the back of the house where you will enter a lovely den that opens out to an amazing pool deck/patio area with a covered cabana that will make you feel like you are at a luxury resort!
When making your way out to the tropical oasis in the back, you will notice that there is plenty of seating available both with and without shade for you and your guests to relax as you please. Back here you can also find a BBQ and a couple of tables which combine perfectly for a backyard bbq by the pool or under the cabana where there are 2 50-inch TVs for the whole family to enjoy! (The pool can be heated for an additional fee, inquire for more info.) You also have a shower in the back to rinse off after a long day at the beach or on a boat.
Trying to figure out sleeping arrangements? 3 of the bedrooms are on the first floor with the 4th bedroom being a private getaway upstairs. The master is located just to the right of the front door once inside, it offers a king size bed, smart tv, and ensuite bathroom. The next two bedrooms are following the right side of the house towards the back. Both offer queen size beds. The bedroom right across from the stairs offers a smart tv while the bedroom in back of the house offers a great view of the pool. The bedroom upstairs is accompanied by a bonus room with a TV that can be separated from the rest of the upstairs by closing the doors.
Master Bedroom - King Bed, Ensuite Bathroom, Smart TV Bedroom 2 - Queen Bed, Smart TV Bedroom 3 - Queen Bed Bedroom 4 - Double Bed, Twin Bed
Are you looking to explore the area and enjoy the outdoors? Take a short walk down to the Riverwalk and see all the great views it has to offer or drive just a few minutes to De Soto National Memorial Park where you can learn some great historical facts while enjoying stunning views of nature and the famous Skyway Bridge. Looking to head to the beach? The sandy white beaches of Anna Maria Island are only 10 miles away!
*Pool heat available for an additional charge *Pool heaters in private homes are locked for your safety and controls must not be tampered with as they are monitored by the pool company. 85° is the highest heat temperature setting. Pool temperatures will probably stay around 76° during the winter months. Please note if cold days occur, water temperatures will drop and may take longer to heat.
Damage Waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee (“Management”), plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $1,500 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
About the neighborhood
Bradenton
Located in Bradenton, this vacation home is in the city center and near the beach. Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Bradenton Beach and Coquina Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at LECOM Park or IMG Bollettieri Tennis Academy. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby.
The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Manatee Performing Arts Center - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
LECOM Park - 5 min drive - 1.8 km
IMG Academy - 17 min drive - 15.5 km
Getting around
Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 25 min drive
Restaurants
Oak & Stone - 9 min walk
Pier 22 - 11 min walk
Wilder pizza Grill - 16 min walk
Lost Kangaroo Pub - 11 min walk
Taverna Toscana - 13 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Does ⚓Villa Bella! Amazing pool home min from downtown! ⚓ have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at ⚓Villa Bella! Amazing pool home min from downtown! ⚓?
As of May 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at ⚓Villa Bella! Amazing pool home min from downtown! ⚓ on Jul 9, 2026 start from $464, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is ⚓Villa Bella! Amazing pool home min from downtown! ⚓ 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 ⚓Villa Bella! Amazing pool home min from downtown! ⚓?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at ⚓Villa Bella! Amazing pool home min from downtown! ⚓?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is ⚓Villa Bella! Amazing pool home min from downtown! ⚓ located?
Located in the heart of Bradenton, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Riverwalk and The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature. Manatee Performing Arts Center and LECOM Park are also within 2 mi (3 km).
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
Had a great time appreciate the professionalism throughout the trip
Colin M.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 5, 2026
Thank you for your kind words! We’re so glad to hear you had a great time and appreciated our team’s professionalism. We’d be delighted to host you again in the future!
It was a very nice stay and location is great! It was a little confusing who was communicating with us at times via text at first. Originally we thought it was spam or phishing texts.
Kelly P.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 20, 2026
Thank you for your 4-star review and for sharing your feedback! We’re so glad you enjoyed your stay and found the location to be great. We also appreciate you mentioning the initial confusion with text communication—thank you for your patience, and we’ll certainly work on making that clearer moving forward. We hope to have the opportunity to host you again in the future!
Second time staying at this property and it was just as great!
Emily A.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 1, 2025
Thank you for your kind words and for choosing to stay with us again! We’re thrilled to hear that your second visit was just as great as the first. It’s always a pleasure to welcome returning guests, and we can’t wait to have you back for your next stay! Thanks again!
Great location close to marina and pier. Great back yard with pool and covered living area with sofas and tvs. We spent most of our time there and ate all of our meals there.
Brian W.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on May 7, 2024
Thank you so much for your review! We are so glad to hear your group had a great time! We hope you come back and visit with us again real soon!
Post two hurricanes, this was a great find. It easily accommodated our group of nine. We enjoyed being able to walk to restaurants and the Saturday morning street market. The very best part of our stay was the pool and the lounge area next to it. We spent most of our time enjoying this outdoor space.
robert l.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 4, 2024
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so happy to hear that the home was a great fit for your group and that you enjoyed the convenience of being able to walk to restaurants and the street market. It’s great to know the pool and lounge area were the highlight of your stay! We hope to welcome you back again soon for more relaxing moments in the outdoor space.
Paradise Found: Our Incredible Escape in Bradenton!
We just returned from a magical week at a vacation rental in Bradenton, FL, and it was nothing short of incredible! The location was absolutely perfect. The house itself was fantastic. The house was very spacious, cozy, and had a well-equipped kitchen. It provided the perfect home base for our beach adventures, with plenty of space for our family/group to relax and unwind. The kids enjoyed the amenities such as the private pools and balcony. One recommendation I would add is maybe treat the patio area for mosquitoes. If you're looking for a relaxing and unforgettable beach vacation in Bradenton, I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this rental property.
Mitch F.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 5, 2024
Thank you so much for your review! We are so glad to hear your group had a great time! We hope you come back and visit with us again real soon!
Very nice house, plenty of parking beautiful landscaping. We were there for work with multiple vehicles and parking was no problem in the big driveway. There were no issues during our stay. We hope to stay again for our next work trip.For families the house is large and fully equipped for a great Florida vacation with beautiful pool and tons of beach toys.The only thing keeping me from 5 stars is that there was a very long rental contract sent in a separate email that you have to sign and initial MANY times about the house being old and you will be responsible for plumbing problems etc. It kind of stressed me out before the trip even started, but everything went fine and we would definitely stay again.
julie t.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 30, 2025
Thank you for your thoughtful review! We're so glad to hear that the house, parking, and amenities worked well for your work trip, and we truly appreciate your kind words about the landscaping and pool. We understand that the rental agreement can feel lengthy, but it’s in place to ensure clarity and a smooth stay for all our guests. That said, we’re happy to hear that everything went well, and we’d love to welcome you back for your next trip—whether for work or a Florida vacation!
Nice Curb Appeal, But Cleaning Service Disappoints
The home had great curb appeal, but the interior left much to be desired. While spacious, the layout felt disjointed, with uneven floors and a “bedroom” that lacked a closet. Cleanliness was also an issue—dusty light fixtures, dirty area rugs, and cumbersome blinds made the stay less enjoyable. The cake mixer had rust on the beaters so we had to purchase a new one. The outdoor space was unusable due to an empty propane tank for the outdoor heater, which the host promised to replace but never did. The most frustrating part was being required to wash all the towels and sheets before departure, despite paying a hefty cleaning fee included in the service fees. This was an unreasonable expectation.
We all enjoyed our stay at your lovely Bella Villa.
Great house, pool and cabana. The kitchen was fully equipped. I would highly recommend it.
A few items to address.
The upstairs loft full bed was not useable for two adults. It was very hard and too small. We picked up a couple of air mattresses for them and left them for you in the closet. Would suggest it be replaced with a queen bed.
Also there were no dressers for the clothes in the loft and the back bedroom on the first floor. We were there for two weeks and had a good amount of clothes.
Thank you for getting the pool cleaned out by our second afternoon. And thank you for the dinner gift certificate when the sink was clogged.
The back first floor bedroom closet door needs the top screw tightened.
Loved the location near the river, nice homes and walking distance to coffee etc.
The house was very charming and enjoyed by all.
Mary H.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on May 6, 2023
Thank you for the great review! We are so glad we could host you. Come back soon!
Verified
4/10 Poor
Jennifer F.
Aug 15, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Pool not functioning properly
The house was very clean, except one bedroom sheets which had hair on them. No fault of the house, most likely just forgotten by cleaning company.
The house pool was being “shocked” as we walked in and we were told to not use u til the next day.
We later learned that the owner is fully aware of a leak in his pool which has not been fixed, the filter on the pool does not work properly due to the leak and it was replaced by a little clip on filter that doesn’t take care of the issue. We could not use the pool during our week stay. The pool guy said a week before our arrival the pool was totally green and had algae in it.
On our arrival the pool was green, cloudy and an extreme high temperature, like a hot tub temperature. To our knowledge the owner knows about the issue and so did the rental company and they still aloud us to check in and stay.
The home is overpriced for the value.
There is a tiny bathroom that is to accommodate three bedrooms. Too small for 6 people to share.
2 of the bedrooms don’t have a closet or dressers. The bedroom doors are glass planes with a blind cover the glass, the light shines right through the blinds and we could not undress in the bedrooms because everyone in the living room and kitchen sitting area could see through the blinds.
Some of the blinds did not work and had ripped paper behind them.
It is a nice house, just definitely needs some TLC and the pool needs fixed before it should be on the market for rental.
Jennifer F.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 13, 2024
Thank you for taking the time to share your detailed feedback. I’m glad to hear that you found the house to be generally clean, though I apologize for the oversight with the bedroom sheets. We will address this with our cleaning team to ensure it doesn’t happen again.
I sincerely apologize for the issues you encountered with the pool. We understand how disappointing it must have been to be unable to use it during your stay. The challenges with the pool have been resolved, and we also hired a new pool vendor to take care of the pool to ensure we dont have those issues again. Your feedback highlights the importance of this, and we regret that the pool was not in the condition it should have been during your visit.
Regarding the layout and condition of the home, we appreciate your honest observations. We take guest feedback seriously and will discuss these aspects with the owner to make necessary improvements. Your comments about the bathroom size, lack of closets or dressers in the bedrooms, and the condition of the blinds are all noted, and we will work on addressing these concerns to better meet our guests' expectations.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
shawn M.
Oct 28, 2024
shawn M.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 29, 2024
Thank you for your kind words! We’re so glad you enjoyed the property. Hope to welcome you back soon!
About the host
Hosted by Anchor Down Vacation Rentals
Anchor Down Vacation Rentals is a locally owned company by Locals with a team of friendly people passionate about the Gulf Coast of Florida and all it has to offer. We are a company whose goal is to help you have the perfect vacation getaway, by offering a wide selection of luxurious accommodations and amenities that perfectly match your needs. We are a company you can count on to provide the highest level of personal service during your stay to ensure that you enjoy a wonderful vacation experience. We are Family Owned & changing and defining how property management should be done here on the Gulf Coast of Florida. If you have questions about the area or want to stay like a local, we are happy to give lots of recommendations and what we love most about the area!
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