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The "Grouper"

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Palma Sola Bay
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Kitchenette
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Internet access
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Bradenton, FL
  • Place, Palma Sola Bay
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Anna Maria Sound
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Blue Water Explorers
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Dining area

About this property

The "Grouper"

Surround yourself with style in this standout space. A 1-bedroom efficiency cottage. Approx 1.5 Miles to the Beach. It's Very Secluded with a Privacy Fence Surrounding it. Super-Fast Wi-Fi, Pet Friendly! Outdoor grill located on the patio.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3737236
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the neighborhood

Bradenton

Located near the beach, this cottage is in Sunny Shores, a neighborhood in Bradenton. Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Bradenton Beach and Cortez Beach. Fish Hole Adventure Golf and Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf are also worth visiting.
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Bradenton, FL

What's nearby

  • Palma Sola Bay - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Florida Maritime Museum at Cortez - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • beach near Bridge Street - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Anna Maria Sound - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Blue Water Explorers - 3 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Anna Maria Oyster Bar on the Pier - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Daquiri Deck Bradenton Beach - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tide Tables - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The "Grouper" pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at The "Grouper"?

As of Jun 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The "Grouper" on Jun 26, 2026 start from $215, 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.

What time is check-in at The "Grouper"?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The "Grouper"?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The "Grouper" located?

Located in Sunny Shores, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Palma Sola Bay and Blue Water Explorers. Anna Maria Sound and Bradenton Beach Marina are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 70 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 70 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 70 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 70 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 70 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Savannah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay, close to shops and beach!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location…the host thought of everything!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammi B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good value for our stay in Bradenton!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the location! Just a short walk across the street to the beach! Close the the Cortez bridge and marina for easy dining and getting off the Island easily! Very clean and outfitted with all we needed! Having beach chairs in good condition was a real plus! The courtyard is so well kept and we used the grill and ate outside! We had a great stay!!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Honestly, everything was so great about this property! Love the location! Everything was clean and neat and tidy!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

wanda milagros B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a nice area , parking secure and a cozy environment
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ken h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Place was great, the bed was very comfortable and we loved the new screened in porch.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location to Anna Maria Island-real “old Florida” feel.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexa T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Place was very clean upon arrival and newly renovated. Very close to island both by walking and driving.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I had a lovely time at the Grouper. The house was easily marked The Grouper and easy parking! The apartment is as advertised. Perfect and beachy!!!All local places for food, eating out, clothing, are a short drive. The drive to Anna Maria Island is less than 3 minutes. I hope to visit again real soon. I want to stay here whenever possible.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

deborah f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short stay to see a friend that was in the area it was a great olace
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice, clean place
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean place. Comfortable bed. Easy to access. Great experience. Only downside is that it took a lot longer to get on to Anna Maria Island than expected due to traffic, but the stay itself was great!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Margaret E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was fine.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Will

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The place was clean, great location. They have everything you need in the place except for shampoo. Independent entrance, a cute patio for outside meals and quiet and enjoyable neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

TORY S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If you don't mind being off the beaten path, this is an incredible find, just minutes from the island beaches. Neat, clean and nicely appointed efficiency apartment. Parking in front of your unit with a side patio with grill and equipped with TVs and comfortable bedding. It was our first time with VRBO and no hassle registration with clear instructions for entry made this a very enjoyable experience. We would definitely come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Dawn E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The hosts were responsive and the bed was very comfy.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Rami I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Couple of issues when we first got there, but once the host found out about it, she resolved it very quickly and was very responsive. Great location this time of year the traffic to get on the beach was horrendous so you have to plan accordingly to beat the traffic overall great little place close to the beach beaches and for the price absolutely worth it! We hope to be back soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Harold S.

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

Great stay

Great location.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelly H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay. Nice accommodations suitable for our needs. Clean. Modern. Close to Santa Maria Island and the beach! Found a couple of great restaurants close by. Loved the washer and dryer in the unit. Quiet and peaceful. We would definitely stay here again! Reasonably priced.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Taylor B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay here. So close to AMI
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

josias s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very easy check-in, great location. It was very clean and much larger than we expected! The screened porch was very nice also! The only down was that the pullout couch was not comfortable at all. But everything else exceeded our expectations!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

savana w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful little place to stay only minutes away from the beach! Very cozy and clean!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Tina H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amenities, the couch needs to be replaced painful to sit on, the gas grill did not work, warm water never got hot, a pancake griddle is not a 2 burner hot plate. The place was very clean and the bed was comfortable, the outside area was a plus.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Sherry S.

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

Nice accommodation

Very clean and nice place .
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

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