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Gorgeous gated private oasis awaits. Boasting plenty of dock space for your boat located on Sarasota Bay.
Breath taking views from all angles of the home
Sarasota Bay
Foyer with high ceilings and plenty of natural light
Formal dining room with seating for 6

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 123860 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Bradenton, FL
  • IMG Academy
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Sarasota Classic Car Museum
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Bay House Retreat managed by Beach Retreats FL Anna Maria Island

Bay House Retreat – Luxury Waterfront Vacation Rental on Sarasota Bay

Your Private Paradise Awaits
Welcome to Bay House Retreat, a stunning 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom luxury home with unobstructed Sarasota Bay views. Perfect for families, groups, and fishing enthusiasts, this 4,000+ sq. ft. retreat offers two private docks, a heated saltwater pool, spa, and unforgettable sunsets right from your backyard.

Prime Location – Minutes from Top Sarasota Attractions

3.5 miles from world-famous IMG Academy.

5 minutes to Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport.

Short drive to Mote Marine Aquarium, Ringling Museum, Sarasota Jungle Gardens, and vibrant downtown Sarasota.

Avoid island traffic while still enjoying nearby beaches, shopping, and dining.

Spacious Luxury for Everyone

Sleeps up to 14 guests comfortably.

Bedroom layout:

King Master Suite with en-suite bath and jetted tub

Two Queen bedrooms (double queens in one room)

Twin bedroom with two beds

Full-sized bedroom

Two jetted tubs, multiple living spaces, and a private coffee bar on the upper level.

Entertainment for all ages—Xbox ONE, board games, Smart TVs, and cable throughout (including outdoors).

Outdoor Bayfront Paradise

Two private docks with direct Sarasota Bay access—ideal for fishing, boating, and sunset watching.

Heated saltwater pool & spa with panoramic bay views.

Outdoor kitchen with BBQ grill, dining for 8, and plenty of lounge seating.

Kayaks, beach chairs, towels, and water toys included. Discounted rentals available.

Endless Fun & Adventure

Pontoon boat rental available for guests (ask about pricing).

Outdoor games: Cornhole, basketball, and more.

Beaches, nature trails, and golf courses all within a short drive.

Parking & Accessibility

Driveway parking for up to 6 vehicles (no street parking).

Boat lifts not available—pontoon rentals recommended for exploring.

Flexible Stays & No-Cancellation-Fee Policy

Saturday-to-Saturday weekly rentals (other arrangements possible).

New policy: Cancel 30+ days before arrival → full refund, no fees.

20% deposit due at booking; balance due 30 days before arrival.

Book Your Sarasota Waterfront Escape Today
Whether it's a peaceful getaway, a family reunion, or an adventure-filled trip, Bay House Retreat delivers an unmatched vacation experience on Sarasota Bay.

📩 Reserve now!

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Amenities

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Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

About the area

Bradenton

Located in Bayshore Gardens, a neighbourhood in Bradenton, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. St. Armands Circle and Mall at University Town Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lido Beach and Coquina Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Sarasota Jungle Gardens, or check out an event or a game at LECOM Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Bradenton, FL

What's nearby

  • IMG Academy - 7 min drive - 3.8 km
  • University of South Florida Sarasota - 8 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Powel Crosley Estate - 8 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Sarasota Classic Car Museum - 8 min drive - 7.5 km
  • John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art - 9 min drive - 7.5 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪RaceTrac - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Anna Maria Oyster Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬5 min drive
  • South Philly Cheesesteak Co.
  • ‪Tarpon Bay Grill & Tiki Bar - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Bay House Retreat managed by Beach Retreats FL Anna Maria Island have a pool?

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

Is Bay House Retreat managed by Beach Retreats FL Anna Maria Island pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bay House Retreat managed by Beach Retreats FL Anna Maria Island?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bay House Retreat managed by Beach Retreats FL Anna Maria Island?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bay House Retreat managed by Beach Retreats FL Anna Maria Island located?

This family-friendly Bradenton holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of State College of Florida and IMG Academy. IMG Soccer Academy and IMG Bollettieri Tennis Academy are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 57 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 57 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 57 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 57 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 57 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

kim s.

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

Family gathering Holidays

We loved our stay and look forward to future visits!
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly C.

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

Review

This was a beautiful property, gorgeous location in excellent condition. The host was absolutely exceptional. There was a boat available. You could fish right off the property. It was a short drive to Ana Maria Island and all kinds of other beautiful beaches directly accessible from the boat that’s available to rent. Do not pass this one up.
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rick P.

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

Beautiful spot, very clean

I stayed here with 8 friends on a golf / fishing trip and it was a really great spot. We had tons of space. The dock was great for fishing. The pool and yard were well kept and spacious I would highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Moe H.

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

bay stay

very nice home with many activities and things to do you can also rent a pontoon from the owner Christian very friendly and courteous
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryan K., Dayton

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

Large family getaway

This place is absolutely amazing!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan C.

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

Fantastic home!

This is such a great place to stay. We had a blast fishing and enjoying this private resort right near so much fun stuff to do.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mari B.

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

Amazing amenities and view

We spent a long weekend at this property with 9 of my girlfriends. This home had everything we needed. The kitchen is fully stocked, bathrooms with plenty of towels and lots of pool towels as well. The outdoor area is truly an oasis. Sunrises from one side of the house and sunsets from the other. I cannot recommend this home enough.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel M.

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

Gorgeous

Fantastic property on a perfect location. Will definitely try to book again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jen D.

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

Home away from home

Comfortable home in a beautiful setting. We didn’t want to leave. Perfect for 2 families with preteens and teens to stay, have fun, relax, take in all that bay life has to offer
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

anita c.

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

Beautiful Get-away

Exactly as listed...a beautiful home with everything we needed. Rented the pontoon boat and enjoyed a day on the water along with a stop at a restaurant for lunch. Pool was exactly what we needed, so relaxing along with floats. Evening hours spent playing games which were there. The owner was very helpful with any questions we had and very quick to respond. We will return.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy P.

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

Very relaxing

Friends and family together was a great time
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Al F.

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

Gem on the Bay

This was an excellent place to stay. Right on Sarasota Bay. Easy drive to Lido Beach and Bradenton Beach. Awesome house and fabulous pool. We will stay here again
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jude L.

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

Florida Retreat

This property is gorgeous from front to back and side to side. We fished, swam, walked the gardens, we even rented the pontoon boat and went to lunch, saw tons of dolphins! Highly recommend this site
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Evan W.

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

Stunning property

Our stay did not disappoint! The pool is incredible, the house itself is gorgeous, and the views are even better. 10/10!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

G&L V.

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

Our favorite rental property yet!

We absolutely loved this property and will definitely come back. It was perfectly clean and perfectly private. The pool was warm for spring break, as promised. We’ve been promised these things at all our previous rentals, but this one actually delivered, and that’s why we will be back!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike B.

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

Spring Break 2022

Private and amazing setup. We enjoyed throwing a paddleboard or kayak in the water right off the two docks. The views (especially sunsets) are amazing! Would definitely stay at this property again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C., Maineville, Ohio

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

Friends and Family Wedding weekend

We had a wonderful week at the beautiful Bay House retreat! The home was beautiful, the grounds were stunning, and the owners responded so fast when we needed anything. We are definitely looking forward to staying here again...hopefully in warmer weather when we can enjoy the gorgeous pool and rent the boat. They truly thought of everything and we could not have been more appreciative. We loved it!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen A.

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

Awesome Family Vacation

Bay House Retreat was a wonderful place to escape with our family. The online description should include, “A perfect spot to just chill with your family”! Everything we needed was provided. Could not have asked for a better vacation. Thank you so much for sharing your home!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly S.

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

Paradise on the Water

Our stay which included teens, parents, grandparents and a friend was amazing! The house is perfect for our group of all ages…even better than the listing as you can never fully capture a gorgeous view in a photograph! The pool, fishing dock and pontoon boat rental made our stay adventure packed. The house is beautifully decorated and spacious for larger groups. The owner kindly extended our check-out time as we had a later flight and recommended some great places to eat. We all would absolutely recommend this property and are hopeful we can head back this way to stay again sometime in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter O., Orlando

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

Great Property

This was a great property for our family vacation. It should be noted that I called the management / rental company to check on a few things and they were ABSOLUTELY EXCELLENT to deal with. Extremely prompt and clear. Can't recommend this enough!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

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

Beautiful Florida Memories

What a beautiful home. We enjoyed the pool, the fishing, the pontoon boat. The home owners were so helpful renting the pontoon boat. He took us out, showed us all the do's & dont's and all the great places to go. What great memories! Highly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph F.

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

Fantastic All Around

Our stay was for a staff retreat. The house was perfect for our needs. The amenities were beyond compare, and the location on the bay could not be beat. Everyone had a fantastic stay at the Bayfront Retreat. The location is in the middle of everything in Bradenton and a short trip to Sarasota and the beaches. The kayaks afforded everyone an opportunity to get into the bay and enjoy the serenity of the waters.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Henry Y.

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

Beautiful Property.

We had a wonderful time. The views are magnificent, everywhere you are you have a great view. Very well appointed with plentiful high quality utensils, dishware, appliances, towels, toys, etc. Comfortable beds. Everything was super clean. The pool delicious and warm. Great SPA and jacuzzis. Nothing negative to say.
Stayed 34 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Konnie S.

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

Breathtaking Home and Landscaping

This home is just beautiful and the landscaping is unsurpassed. We enjoyed our first vacation in two years with our son who, because of COVID, we had not been able to see in 18 months. It was a wonderful time in a wonderful setting.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Val H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Bed rooms and baths not comfortable

Good space and view, but uncomfortable bed rooms and baths
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2023

About the host

Hosted by Beach Retreats

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Beach Retreats Vacation Rentals – Anna Maria Island Experts
Beach Retreats Vacation Rentals is a boutique agency specializing in handpicked, high-quality vacation homes on Anna Maria Island. We offer only the newest and most pristine properties, ensuring every guest enjoys exceptional comfort, style, and cleanliness. With personalized service, local expertise, and a curated selection for all group sizes, we help you experience the island the way it was meant to be—relaxing, beautiful, and unforgettable.

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