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⚓ Coastal home with amazing pool just a short drive from Anna Maria Island⚓

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Outdoor dining
Pool
Living area
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Bradenton, FL
  • Place, Bowlero Bradenton
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, IMG Academy
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Premier Sports Campus at Lakewood Ranch
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Guest Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Guest Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Office/ Additional Sleeping

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

⚓ Coastal home with amazing pool just a short drive from Anna Maria Island⚓

Welcome to Swaying Palms located in Bradenton, FL!
⚓Hot Tub, Private HEATED pool, BBQ grill, fenced yard & pet-friendly
⚓Short Drive to Bradenton Beach & the world-famous beaches of Anna Maria Island
⚓Beach chairs and Umbrella available
⚓Fully stocked kitchen, Smart TVs, fast Wi-Fi & self-check-in
⚓Minutes to Grocery, Starbucks, Restaurants & Shopping

This beautifully landscaped 3 bedroom 2 bath home sits in a centralized location in Bradenton so you can enjoy a little bit of everything in one trip. The Sarasota/Bradenton airport is under a 20-minute drive (9.6 miles) south. Downtown Sarasota and St Armand's Circle is about 25-minute drive south which is a great place to watch a sunset from a rooftop bar with casual dining and shopping. You will also find dining and entertainment options in nearby Longboat Key, Bradenton Beach, and Anna Maria Island which all have great places to eat and things to do by the beach. Want to go to the beach? Anna Maria Island is just a 20 min drive away with public beaches that host free parking. Want to experience historic downtown? That is just a brief 8-minute drive where you can walk up and down the streets and experience all the wonderful stores and restaurants there. Coming for an IMG tournament? You can find the campus just a short 9 min drive away. Looking for a fun day trip? Tampa, St. Pete., and Sarasota are very close by for easy day trips.

Pulling up to the property, you will be greeted by lush tropical flora and well-maintained landscaping that will make you feel like you are in paradise. When entering the home you will be greeted by a cozy living room with plenty of seating, including 2 leather couches, and a large smart TV. From here you can walk straight through to another seating area that leads to the kitchen and dining rooms. The kitchen offers stainless steel appliances for your use and also includes all the dishes, utensils, and cookware you would need to make all of your favorite meals from home. The dining room has a table that comfortably sits 8 and has plenty of natural light coming through the window behind it.

Trying to figure out sleeping arrangements? The master bedroom overlooks the pool and garden area. The room features a king-sized bed, a wall-mounted television, a walk-in closet, and an en-suite bathroom. The other guest rooms are located towards the front of the house and include one queen bedroom and another bedroom with two XL (extra long) twin beds. Both bedrooms have access to the hallway bathroom with a tub/shower combination. Office/Den - Full pullout sofa bed. This room also contains a desk if you need to do any work during your stay.

Master Bedroom - King Bed, Ensuite, Smart TV
Bedroom 2 - Queen Bed
Bedroom 3 - 2 Twin XL Beds
Office/ Additional Sleeping - Sleeper Sofa

Enjoy the outdoors? Out here you can find plenty of seating if you just want to kick back and enjoy the Florida weather or you can splash around and have fun in the pool with all of the pool toys that are provided. There is even a BBQ just outside the screened area if you enjoy grilling some food. Also available is a stand-alone spa for your use and enjoyment.

*Washer and Dryer Available!
*One small well behaved dog will be considered with a paid pet fee. Check with the property manager for approval before booking.
*Pool heat can be added for an additional fee.
*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.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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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

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3311540vb
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.
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Bradenton

Located in Bradenton, this holiday home is in the city centre and near the beach. Mall at University Town Center and St. Armands Circle are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore 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 hiking and horse riding nearby.
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Bradenton, FL

What's nearby

  • Bowlero Bradenton - 7 min drive - 2.8 km
  • LECOM Park - 10 min drive - 3.0 km
  • IMG Academy - 10 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Riverwalk - 11 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Premier Sports Campus at Lakewood Ranch - 29 min drive - 27.3 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪San Remo Pizza & Pasta - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is ⚓ Coastal home with amazing pool just a short drive from Anna Maria Island⚓ pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at ⚓ Coastal home with amazing pool just a short drive from Anna Maria Island⚓?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at ⚓ Coastal home with amazing pool just a short drive from Anna Maria Island⚓?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ⚓ Coastal home with amazing pool just a short drive from Anna Maria Island⚓?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is ⚓ Coastal home with amazing pool just a short drive from Anna Maria Island⚓ located?

Located in the heart of Bradenton, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Blake Medical Center, LECOM Park and Red Barn Flea Market Plaza. Riverwalk and The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 14 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 14 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Milton F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home was very clean. Had almost everything we needed to cook at the house. The only thing that surprised me was there was no body soap/wash or shampoo. I might have missed that when reviewing the home amenities. Almost all of the VRBO’s I have rented supplied bathing supplies. I was there for a work project and the home accommodated the 4 of us just fine.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar 2026
Thank you for your kind words—we’re glad to hear you found the home clean and well-equipped for your stay, and that it worked well for your group. We also appreciate your feedback regarding the bathing supplies. We do our best to be transparent ahead of arrival by sending detailed check-in instructions that outline the starter items we provide. While we include some essentials to get guests settled in, items like body wash and shampoo are not part of the supplies provided. We understand that many travelers have come to expect these items, and your feedback is helpful as we continue to evaluate how we can improve the guest experience. Thanks again for staying with us—we’re glad we could accommodate your work trip!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan G.

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

Family vacation

This house was perfect for what our family needed.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 May 2025
Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re so happy to hear the house was a perfect fit for your family. It means a lot to us, and we’d love to host you again anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tawnya T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was Great! Only problem was the heater in the pool was broke so it was too cold to use.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Dec 2025
Thank you for your feedback! We’re glad to hear you enjoyed the house. We’re sorry the pool heater wasn’t working and understand how that affected your experience. We’ll make sure it’s addressed so future guests can enjoy the pool at a comfortable temperature.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Bradenton

Nice place to stay with family. Quiet, clean and definitely will stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug 2023
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and we appreciate your great review! Come back soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay! Had everything we needed for a week stay with our 2 kids. The home was very clean and beautifully decorated. We really appreciate the beach chairs, umbrellas, toys, beach towels, etc. Traveling from Michigan didn’t leave room to bring all those needed items. The neighborhood was wonderful and very peaceful. The pool and hot tub was the #1 perk for the kids. We come to Bradenton twice a year to visit family and this house was perfect for them to come over and visit with us for a few hours a day. Plenty of seating. The outside landscape is such a nice touch to this home. We highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jan 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that the home was a perfect fit for your family and had everything you needed for your weeklong stay. It’s great to know the beach gear made traveling from Michigan a little easier and that the kids loved the pool and hot tub—that’s always a favorite! We’re also happy the peaceful neighborhood, outdoor landscaping, and plenty of seating worked well for hosting family visits. We truly appreciate your recommendation and would love to welcome you back on your next trip to Bradenton! 🌴😊
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Douglas F.

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

Great stay in Bradenton

Our stay was Fantastic. The pool was was and it was cozy and relaxing. I would definitely recommend this stay to anyone I come in contact with. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug 2023
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! It was a pleasure hosting you and we hope to see you again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa E.

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

Bradenton Home Away from Home

We thought it was a great house for our vacation. Well stocked, lovely pool and hot tub, quiet neighborhood, clean, nice garage, and comfortable beds. Our Yorkie enjoyed her stay also. Would definitely book again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Dec 2023
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!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kirsteen J.

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

Loved this house for IMG & Anna Maria!

Loved our stay, beautiful clean home- very thoughtful in what was provided in the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms, etc. Hot tub and pool were great, pool heater worked very well. Super close to IMG Academy, was literally one left turn and a straight shot in under 10 minutes. Easy, quick drive to Anna Maria Island. Beach towels and beach chairs, umbrellas, mats, boogie boards were all available for us to use. We would definitely stay again for our next IMG event and recommend to anyone coming in for an event at IMG!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2025
Thank you so much for the amazing review! We’re thrilled to hear that the home, amenities, and location worked so well for you. It’s wonderful that you enjoyed the hot tub, pool, and all the beach gear—we strive to provide everything for a comfortable and convenient stay. We’d love to host you again for your next IMG event! Thanks for recommending us!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy P.

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

Relaxing Beach Vacation!

This house was perfect for our family beach vacation! It is in a safe and quiet neighborhood. It is close to all of the beaches in the area. We went to Bean Point beach on Anna's Maria Island nearly everyday. It is also in a very convenient location to stores and restaurants. The house is very clean, beds are comfortable, and the pool & hot tub were so relaxing & enjoyable! Also, it was so nice having access to the garage so it car wasn't baking in the sun. Thank you for a wonderful time! Hopefully, we'll be able to visit again.
Stayed 11 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May 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!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather W.

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

As listed!

Everything was as expected and as listed! Safe neighborhood and easy access to IMG. Just took off one star because the access code wasn’t listed prior to our arrival, however the agent on call was quick and helpful. Thanks for sharing this home with us!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jan 2024
Thank you so much for your review we are so glad you and your family enjoyed your stay!
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Katelin F.

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

Bed bugs

Got eaten alive by bed bugs traumatizing and humiliating destroying our whole vacation also the management didn’t not help us with a new place to stay i was told to just go home and I was very far from home with kids and a dog with many thing already planned and prepaid for in Florida this was very upsetting
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 May 2025
Thank you for your review of our property and your interpretation of how you feel this situation was handled. As soon as the concern of bed bugs was brought to our attention, the property manager reached out within minutes to discuss your concerns and obtain photos from you. Further from that, one of the owners of the management company visited the property within the hour to inspect the property and investigate and address the concerns. She spent over an hour at the property inspecting, talking through their concerns and offered them the opportunity to vacate with a refund. However, the guests insisted they wanted to stay at the property but would just stay in another bedroom. A short while later we received a call from VRBO via the guests that they wanted to stay but wanted a 75% refund to stay in a home that they claimed had bed bugs. The owner of the management company again returned to the property with the guests to inspect again, finally advising the guests to vacate the property and a refund would be processed to them. As we explained to them, if we had another property to switch them to, we would have but we had nothing available in our inventory. Therefore, the only option was to offer the refund to them. The guests are the ones who stated they would leave and head back home more than likely because they did not have the funds available to find another place before receiving a refund from VRBO. The bottom line is, they wanted to stay in a home they said had bed bugs if they got a 75% discount. Our resolution was that we would provide them with a full refund. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience you experienced.
Verified

8/10 Good

Philip R.

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

Swaying Palms April 2025 stay

Over all a great property. VRBO add on fees were a shock. House in general was in good shape. Well equipped with good beds, good kitchen appliances. Fridge is large and the ice maker actually works! Pool was nice and clean. Location is great. Our only negatives are the umbrella over the hot tub and the grill. The umbrella fabric is gone and the mechanism broken. It couldn't be moved out of the way. The ends of the umbrella were in a walkway and at nose height for most of my taller group. Hazard! Unit should be fixed or removed. The grill is small and a very cheap model. Flared up from grease fires no mater what we were cooking.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Apr 2025
Thank you so much for your thoughtful feedback! We're glad to hear you enjoyed the property overall and appreciated the well-equipped kitchen, comfortable beds, clean pool, and great location. We also really appreciate you pointing out the issues with the hot tub umbrella and grill. Your comments are incredibly helpful, and we’ve already shared them with our maintenance team. We’ll be assessing both items and taking steps to either repair or replace them to ensure a safer and more enjoyable experience for future guests. Thanks again for staying with us, we’d love to welcome you back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dustin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Apr 2025
Thank you so much for the 5-star review! We're thrilled to hear you had a great stay and truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we’d love to welcome you back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Sept 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!

About the host

Hosted by Anchor Down Vacation Rentals

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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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