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Weekends are best spent at the Beach!

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Adorable Florida Cottage
Living Room as you enter
Living Room with Pull out Sofa
Living Room w/55" Smart TV
Living Room/Dining Area/Kitchen

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Bradenton, FL
  • Place, University of South Florida Sarasota
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, New College of Florida
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Powel Crosley Estate
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Weekends are best spent at the Beach!

This adorable cottage is perfect for those looking to stay in a tiny house! This 1 bedroom, 1 bath home is located within 5 miles of the SRQ Airport and 10 miles to the white, sandy Gulf beaches.
For those who are looking to stay in a private home that is about the size of a hotel suite, this cottage is for you. Why stay in a hotel surrounded by many other guests, when you can stay in this adorable home?

The features of this tiny house are mighty! The living room features a Queen size sleeper sofa, 50" Smart TV, cable and Wi-Fi Access, a computer desk and chair. The dining area features a small table and 2 chairs...perfect for morning breakfast. The full size kitchen is complete with a range, full size refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker and toaster. Glasses, dishware, bakeware and silverware are all on-site. The bedroom features a Queen Size bed, dresser, nightstand, closet and 42" Smart TV equipped with ROKU. The bathroom has a stand-up shower and linens and towels are provided. To round out this adorable Florida cottage, there is a shaded patio with a charcoal grill out back. Need to wash your clothes, don't worry, there is an on-site washer & dryer. Between the Queen Size bed in the Bedroom and the Queen Size Sleeper Sofa, this cottage offers sleeping for 4!

The Tiny Florida Retreat is located in Bradenton which is just North of Sarasota and South of Tampa. Area attractions include the Gulf Beaches, Selby Gardens, the Ringling Museum, IMG Academy, the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall and the South Florida Museum.

For those of you who like to shop, the UTC Mall is located only 10 miles away. Saks Fifth Avenue, Macy's and Dillard's are the anchor stores...while the Cheesecake Factory, Seasons 52 and Brio are the main restaurants. There are many more shops and dining opportunities in the area. For those who love the Outlet Malls, the Ellenton Outlet Mall is approximately 20 minutes away.

For the sport enthusiasts, Bradenton is the Spring Training home to the Pittsburg Pirates and Sarasota is the Spring Training home the Baltimore Oriels. Both stadiums are only minutes away.

This adorable cottage is perfect for those looking to vacation in sunny Florida...those who may be taking advantage of offerings at IMG...or for those who come down for the entire season to enjoy the glorious weather.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Vacation Agreement much be signed electronically within 24 hours of Reservation or Reservation will not be honored.
Minimum age for Guest executing the Vacation Agreement is 26 years old.
Property has 'Blink" Exterior Only Audio & Video Surveillance on Exterior

Important information

You need to know

Property # 759568vb
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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 near the beach, this holiday home is in Bayshore Gardens, a neighbourhood in Bradenton. 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 Bradenton Beach. Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium and Asolo Theatre for the Performing Arts are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Bradenton, FL

What's nearby

  • University of South Florida Sarasota - 4 min drive - 4.2 km
  • New College of Florida - 4 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Powel Crosley Estate - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Sarasota International Convention Center - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
  • John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art - 6 min drive - 5.9 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪RaceTrac - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Chick Fil A - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Anna Maria Oyster Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Duff's Original Buffet - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Weekends are best spent at the Beach! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Weekends are best spent at the Beach!?

As of 9 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Weekends are best spent at the Beach! on 8 Sept 2026 start from £116, 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.

How much is parking at Weekends are best spent at the Beach!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Weekends are best spent at the Beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Weekends are best spent at the Beach!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Weekends are best spent at the Beach! located?

Located in Bayshore Gardens, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of State College of Florida, Powel Crosley Estate and University of South Florida Sarasota. Sarasota International Convention Center and New College of Florida are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 86 out of 108 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 108 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 108 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 108 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 108 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was quick to answer questions. Very convenient to where everything was.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Mar 2026
We're so happy that you enjoyed the Cottage. Please come back and stay again soon. :-)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mercedes A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing cottage! The host thought of everything for this beautiful rental. She's wonderful to communicate with and has made the cottage so welcoming, clean and charming. I love it!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Mar 2026
Yay! That makes us so happy. :-) Thank for the review and please come and stay again soon!
Verified

8/10 Good

Dave W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My trip was for spring training and photography of wildlife. The house was as described and had all the kitchen stuff needed for the couple of meals I made while there. There was a Publix and I believe a Winn-Dixie near by as well as a sports bar just around the corner that had large portions. Communication with the host was very quick and she answered all questions in a timely manor.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed everything. The tiny house was spotless good location to all beaches and Sarasota and Anna Marie Island. Our host got back to us immediately and was very helpful. We would differently come back.
Stayed 30 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jan 2026
Thank you both! We’re so happy that you had a great stay and do hope you come back and stay again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

charles k.

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

Great place to stay

Very nice little place to stay at very convenient to everything highly recomend
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 May 2023
Thank you Charles! We are thrilled that you enjoyed your stay. Please do come back and stay again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pam is a great host and took good care of us.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Feb 2026
Thank you for choosing the Cottage again. We look forward to having you stay again soon. :-)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, great neighborhood, friendly neighbors. Loved the carport all the stores were super close to me. Close to my job, felt like I was rught at home!
Stayed 30 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Mar 2026
Wow! Thank you so much. Our goal is for everyone to feel right at home. Please come back and stay again soon!
Verified

8/10 Good

Scott K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Property was clean and comfortable. It took us about 40 minutes to drive to the beach, traffic was heavy almost every time we went. Beaches were very nice, but very crowded. We usually spend time on the Outer Banks at Hatteras NS. It is considerably less crowded than Florida. We were not prepared for the amount of traffic that we encountered. Everywhere. We may return to the area, but will stay closer to the beach. This is no fault of the property or the owner, just the amount of traffic we ran into in Bradenton.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Mar 2026
We are so happy that you liked the Cottage itself. The traffic this year was extraordinary with the snow storms up north that happened to coincide with the week you were in town. Please know that we would love for you to come and stay again in the future if you wanted to come during the off-season. Thank you for the review. :-)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin D.

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

Weeklong visit

The Cottage is a nice place to stay when spending time in Sarasota. Convenient and easy access.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jan 2026
Thank you guys! We hope you can come and stay again soon. :-)
Verified

8/10 Good

Jim S.

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

Cottage

cute little cottage, enjoyed my stay!!
Stayed 20 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jan 2026
Thank you for staying at the Tiny Florida Cottage. Please come back and stay again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

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

Great little house!

Perfect for my husband and i for spring training. Had a wonderful time!!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Apr 2025
We are thrilled that you were able to come and stay again! Thank you for being great guests and please come and stay again next season. :-)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christa F.

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

Enjoyed stay

Clean and comfortable. Cute little place.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Feb 2024
Thank you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was as represented in the listing. Very clean! Pam was easy to communicate with and replied to texts quickly. Even sent a video showing how to set up pull out couch. We didn’t use the couch but that could be a helpful tool. Very quiet neighborhood on a dead end section of the street. We arrived late at night due to flight changes and the property was well lit which we appreciated. Kitchen had all we needed. We didn’t cook at the cottage but it was nice to have a fridge and a few reusable containers and a cooler to put lunches in for our daily excursions. We used two of the beach chairs as well as beach towels. Nice lodging for our Anna Maria Island and surrounding area visit.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Mar 2026
We are thrilled that you had a great stay! :-) Thank you for taking the time to write a review and I hope that you guys can come back for another stay very soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roxanne K.

Perfect little cottage!

The cottage was absolutely perfect!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Thank you Roxanne! We enjoyed having you stay. Come back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jodi B.

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

Great Stay!

The cottage worked perfectly for the three of us. It was clean, had all the amenities we needed, and was a good location for the things we wanted to do. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2023
Thank you Jodi for the great review! We're so happy that you enjoyed the Cottage. We do hope that you can come back and stay again soon. :-)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shanda S.

Enjoyed our vacation

Had a great time at the cottage. Cute little house with everything we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
We are so happy that you enjoyed yourselves! Please come back and stay anytime. :-)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey K.

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

Amazing

This was our second time staying here and we love it! It’s so clean and has anything and everything that you need and the neighborhood is really quite 10/10!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jul 2024
Thank you Lindsey! We are so thrilled that you chose the Cottage again to enjoy your vacation. We hope that you can come back again next year!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn W.

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

Adorable Cottage

We really enjoyed our stay at this property. The cottage is close to attractions in Bradenton and Sarasota. Our host Pam made sure we had everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jun 2021
Thank you. :-) We hope you can come back and stay again soon!
Verified

8/10 Good

Dennis F.

As pictured and described by the owner.

Clean and conveniently located to airport, beaches and local attractions. Best suited for two adults and two children and MUCH better than staying in a hotel.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Thanks Dennis! We think it offers more than a hotel as well. :-) We're glad that you all enjoyed yourselves and hope that you can come back and stay again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan L.

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

This Little Cottage Big Charm

Just needed a place to lay our heads after fun filled days. This little cottage gave us that with charm and the coziness of a home, not sterility of hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar 2024
Ahh...thank you so much Susan! We're so happy that you found the Cottage a great place to stay while in town. Please come back and stay again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan N.

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

Bradenton in November

As advertised! Pam was super responsive and her cottage met all our needs during the stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Feb 2025
Thank you Dan! We hope that you choose the Cottage again when you come back to Bradenton.
Verified

8/10 Good

Sherry W.

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

Cottage

Small but ver clean and had everything you could possibly need. We enjoyed our time ther. It was very convenient to Lakewood Ranch where my granddaughter played soccer. I wood stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Apr 2025
Thank you Sherry! We're so happy that you had a great stay. Please come and stay again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel R.

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

Perfect cozy little cottage

The property was beautiful and had everything we needed for a weeks stay. It was clean, comfortable and cozy. The private porch in the back was beautiful and a nice place to cool down after a day at the beach. We loved every minute of our stay! Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar 2024
Thank you so much Rachel! We are so happy that you guys had a great stay and we hope that you can come back and stay again soon. :-)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Garth G.

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

Several days in Bradenton, FL

The “Tiny Florida Cottage” was clean, comfortable and accurately described. The location was convenient to several beaches and many restaurants. Communication with the host was excellent and check-in/check-out was easy.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 May 2023
Thank you Garth! We are thrilled that you enjoyed the Cottage. :-) We hope that you can come back and stay again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Connie K.

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

Our 4/2024 FL visit

We really enjoyed our stay here. I really love it when you see a rental online and in person the rental is exactly how it looks in the pictures. The house was cozy and absolutely perfect for our stay for the two of us. This rental has everything you need for a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 May 2024
We're so thrilled that you enjoyed your stay! Please come back and stay again soon. :-)

About the host

Hosted by Pam

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Pam & Gary love to call Florida home. They both enjoy everything that revolves around houses. They love construction, decorating, updating and remodeling. So when the opportunity to purchase this cute Cottage came about they both jumped at the chance as they knew that so many would enjoy staying in such a quaint place.

Why they chose this property

The Tiny Florida Cottage was a dream to Pam & Gary. They knew that travelers from around the world would enjoy staying at the Cottage and experiencing all that the Bradenton/Sarasota had to offer. The Cottage was the perfect size...a little bigger than a hotel room, but so many more advantages than staying in a hotel. They hope you enjoy your stay in what so many have called Paradise.

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