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2 Homes, 1 Private Pool Near IMG & AMI

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A covered outdoor dining area with a pool in the background.
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A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a tiled backsplash.
Dining
A spacious outdoor area with a dining table, chairs, and a blue door leading to a pool area.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
This vacation home close to a museum accommodates 12 guests with 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. It features 2 separate living rooms and 1 outdoor pool. Families can enjoy activities like rafting, windsurfing, and birdwatching, while the property includes a patio and access to a pickleball court. Pets are welcome. Nearby attractions include a bowling alley and a movie theater.

Highlights

  • Cook, dine, and unwind
    Top-rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.
  • Pickleball on-site
    A rare find — enjoy pickleball without leaving the property.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Patio
  • Air-conditioning
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Bradenton, FL
  • Place, Bowlero Bradenton
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, IMG Academy
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Riverwalk
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Double Bunk Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 2

1 Single Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

2 Homes, 1 Private Pool Near IMG & AMI

TWO HOMES. ONE INCREDIBLE BACKYARD.

Grinning Gecko is designed for families and groups who want to vacation together — without having to live on top of each other.

You'll have a spacious 3-bedroom main house PLUS a separate private pool house with its own queen bedroom, ensuite bathroom and workspace.

That means grandparents can have their own space. Another family can have privacy. Parents can put the kids to bed and still enjoy the evening. Everyone can be together when they want to be — and spread out when they don't.

Then there's the backyard: a heated saltwater pool, oversized lanai, outdoor kitchen, pizza oven, putting green, bocce court, arcade and fire pit.

It's less like renting a house and more like having your own private family resort.

2.5 miles to IMG Academy
6 miles to Anna Maria Island
Walking Distance to G.T. Bray Park
Dog friendly with fenced yard
Heated saltwater pool

WHY FAMILIES LOVE GRINNING GECKO

TWO HOMES IN ONE BOOKING
Stay together while giving grandparents, another family or adults their own private space.

THE POOL IS THE CENTER OF THE VACATION
Enjoy a heated saltwater pool, pool toys, plenty of loungers and a huge outdoor living area.

MAKE DINNER PART OF THE FUN
Cook together in the fully equipped kitchen or take the party outside to the outdoor kitchen and pizza oven.

KIDS HAVE PLENTY TO DO
Arcade games, foosball, skee-ball, darts, putting green, bocce, cornhole, life-size Jenga and more.

FAMILY-FRIENDLY FROM THE START
Pack 'n Play, bassinet, changing table, high chair, stroller, children's dishes, pool safety gate and beach gear are all provided.

BRING THE WHOLE FAMILY
Dogs are welcome, and the fenced yard gives them room to enjoy the vacation too.

BEACH DAY OR POOL DAY?
Anna Maria Island beaches are approximately 6 miles away, and we provide beach chairs, umbrella, cooler, wagon and beach toys.
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: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4194735vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Bradenton

Located in Bradenton, this holiday home is near a water park and near the beach. 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 Tampa Bay and Bradenton Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium, or check out an event or a game at LECOM Park. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and mountain biking.
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Bradenton, FL

What's nearby

  • Bowlero Bradenton - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • IMG Academy - 7 min drive - 4.6 km
  • LECOM Park - 8 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Riverwalk - 10 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Premier Sports Campus at Lakewood Ranch - 30 min drive - 31.0 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Beef 'O' Brady's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Golden Corral - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does 2 Homes, 1 Private Pool Near IMG & AMI have a pool?

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

Is 2 Homes, 1 Private Pool Near IMG & AMI pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at 2 Homes, 1 Private Pool Near IMG & AMI?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 2 Homes, 1 Private Pool Near IMG & AMI?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 2 Homes, 1 Private Pool Near IMG & AMI?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 2 Homes, 1 Private Pool Near IMG & AMI located?

This family-friendly Bradenton holiday home is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of Blake Medical Center, LECOM Park and Palma Sola Bay. IMG Academy and IMG Soccer Academy are also within 3 miles (5 km).

About the host

Hosted by Bret and Kim Caywood

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We love Florida, spending time with family and friends, and creating a vacation home where people can actually relax and enjoy being together.

We designed Grinning Gecko around the things we know families appreciate: comfortable spaces, a great pool, plenty for kids to do, a kitchen that actually works for groups, beach gear, family-friendly amenities and — most importantly — room for everyone to have their own space.

As hosts, we believe the little things matter. We want your arrival to be easy, your stay to be comfortable and your questions answered quickly.

We're always happy to help with recommendations or anything you need during your stay, while giving you the privacy to enjoy your vacation.

Our goal is simple:

Come as guests. Leave feeling like you've discovered your Florida home away from home.

We can't wait to host you!

— Bret & Kim

Why they chose this property

We loved this neighborhood due the central location to IMG, AMI, GT Bray Park and Bradenton, Sarasota and the smaller towns along the coast. A few miles in any direction takes you to an all new adventure.

YOUR OWN PRIVATE BACKYARD RESORT

You may come to Florida for the beaches — but don't be surprised if you end up spending most of your vacation at home.

The expansive fenced backyard includes:

Heated saltwater pool
Outdoor kitchen + pizza oven
BBQ grill
Fire pit
Turf putting green
Bocce court
Cornhole + outdoor games
Pool basketball
Arcade/game room
Oversized lanai with indoor/outdoor dining and lounging

There's room for the kids to play, adults to relax and everyone to gather together.

ROOM FOR EVERYONE — AND ROOM TO ESCAPE

Two indoor living spaces mean your group doesn't have to do everything together.

One group can watch a movie while another plays a game. Kids can hang out while adults relax. Someone can curl up with a book while everyone else enjoys the pool.

And when you need even more separation, the private pool house is just steps away.

Together when you want. Separate when you need.

What makes this property unique

WHAT OUR GUESTS LOVE

“Great for families and pets!”

“The host's efforts to accommodate us were the best!”

“The house had everything we needed and then some!”

“The pool area was our favorite place to hang out.”

“Everyone had the option of being together or doing their own thing.”

That's exactly what we designed Grinning Gecko to do.

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