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2 Bedroom 2.5 Bath (sleeps 4) Historic home by Riverwalk & Parks (min.30 nights)

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Scenic water view
    Relax and unwind with top-rated water views, offering a scenic experience.
  • Garage parking available
    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Manatee Village Historical Park

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Bradenton, FL
  • Place, Manatee Village Historical Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Riverwalk
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Manatee Performing Arts Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1 (Master en suite bathroom)

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2 (Family bathroom)

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Bradenton

Located in Bradenton, this cottage is in the city centre and on a river. Mote Science Education Aquarium is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Tampa Bay 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. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and cycling.
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Bradenton, FL

What's nearby

  • Manatee Village Historical Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Riverwalk - 3 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Manatee Performing Arts Center - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • LECOM Park - 5 min drive - 3.1 km
  • IMG Academy - 18 min drive - 11.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tropical Smoothie Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Riviera Dunes Dockside - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Los Laurels Supermarket - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Zekos - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 2 Bedroom 2.5 Bath (sleeps 4) Historic home by Riverwalk & Parks (min.30 nights) pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at 2 Bedroom 2.5 Bath (sleeps 4) Historic home by Riverwalk & Parks (min.30 nights)?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 2 Bedroom 2.5 Bath (sleeps 4) Historic home by Riverwalk & Parks (min.30 nights)?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 2 Bedroom 2.5 Bath (sleeps 4) Historic home by Riverwalk & Parks (min.30 nights)?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 2 Bedroom 2.5 Bath (sleeps 4) Historic home by Riverwalk & Parks (min.30 nights) located?

Located in the heart of Bradenton, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Manatee Village Historical Park, Riverwalk and Manatee Memorial Hospital. Manatee Performing Arts Center and The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 31 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pet friendly and great park area next door for walking and view. Tiffiany is great at communicating any information needed. Beautiful view of the Manatee River from the front porch area and back deck.
Stayed 84 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2026
Thank you for choosing to stay with us. We’re so glad you enjoyed our home, as well as walking and cycling around the local area. We’re so lucky to enjoy the riverwalk and park on our doorstep, and be able to share it with our guests! You will always be welcome. All the best. Xx
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

relaxing stay at a lovely home

Thumbs up to the owners for the tasteful decor and providing all the necessary items for an extended stay. Very comfortable and spacious. Highly recommended for families. Short drive to Anna Maria, amazing doughnut shop nearby!!
Stayed 28 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jun 2021
Thank you so much for your review, we’re delighted to hear you enjoyed your stay and found everything you needed. Also glad you discovered the doughnuts, they are amazing! Tiffany
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Location,location,location

Enjoyed the charm of an older cottage...the park,tower, and boardwalk were amazing......short bike ride to many restaurants.... diversity of the neighborhood a unique feature
Stayed 62 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Mar 2023
We’re so glad to hear you enjoyed our home and neighborhood. It’s changed so much over the years, I’m so happy the remodelling of the neighboring parks (and construction of the riverwalk tower, pier and boardwalk) were completed in time for your stay so you were able to enjoy it all. We’re so lucky to have it on our doorstep, in such a friendly neighborhood. We’d love to welcome you again.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Winter Retreat

Home is beautiful and well stocked. Back Deck is great. Park beside the home is a plus especially if you have a fur baby. Riverwalk is gorgeous Neighborhood is in the middle of being renovated.
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2023
Thank you for choosing us for your vacation rental Carol, we’re so glad you found everything you needed for your stay and enjoyed the home and the local area. We’d be happy to welcome you both (and fur baby Willow) back any time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Florida Vacation

Loved the house and neighborhood was close to everywhere we visited, close to the waterfront and relaxing, would have loved to have seen it before the developers moved in, but everything changes with time. Highly recommended.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jul 2021
Thank you for choosing the Blue Heron Hideaway for your stay, I’m delighted you found it as relaxing as we do. The neighborhood has changed over the last 3 years with development and we had mixed feelings about it, but we are so lucky to have the manatee riverfront park being landscaped in front of us and the Mineral Springs Historic Park to the side. We are in the very oldest part of Bradenton, where settlers first came to the area, so we are relieved that the City is sympathetically developing the area to honor its heritage. The Riverwalk expansion project will come right to park and the house will be even better connected to the riverfront amenities and downtown should you revisit Bradenton. We hope to welcome you again! Tiffany
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect place to spend the summer!

The Blue Heron was exactly the place for us to stay while we waited for our new house to be completed. It is welcoming, spacious and had everything we needed. We enjoyed summer evenings on the back deck. Bradenton is a great city! So close to Anna Maria Island with its beautiful beaches made it the perfect spot. Coquina Beach was our favorite! Tiffany and Fred are wonderful hosts! We love the Blue Heron and recommend it!
Stayed 135 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Nov 2021
Thank you for your kind words Marcia, we’re delighted the Blue Heron was like a home from home with everything you needed for your stay. All the best for your new life in Florida, in your new home!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Lovely beachy, cottage feel inside.

The cottage’s interior was roomy, clean, and well appointed with kitchen wares and bath amenities. The exterior was not as pleasant, unfortunately. If you’re ok with a old, unkempt neighborhood, then this is for you. It was quite handy to the Pittsburgh Pirates spring training ballpark and practice facilities. That’s what brought us to Bradenton
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jan 2021
I am glad to report that this home is in a historic district which is enjoying sympathetic regeneration. There is now a park opposite the house (as well as adjacent to it) where an old property has been cleared to create a natural green space along the waterfront. Some overgrown land nearby is now a brand new, smart set of apartments, and the City of Bradenton plans, in the coming years, to extend the Riverwalk all the way to the park opposite our home.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Cute house

While I wasn’t in town on vacation and spent most of my time away from property It would have been nice to know ahead of time that there is construction going on next door and across the street. I can say that the homeowner probably wasn’t aware of this. She also was very kind and very responsive with a couple questions I had. I would stay here again (once construction is completed).
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jul 2021
Thank you Karen for contacting me about the construction work, to make sure I was aware. It will be wonderful once completed (and we have two new, beautiful parks and the Riverwalk on our doorstep) but I appreciate it isn’t very pretty to look at when work is underway. I am glad the house met your needs and you enjoyed your stay well enough to say you would stay again. Thank you for choosing the Blue Heron Hideaway for your stay. Tiffany
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Fit!

Property owner was easy to communicate with every time. Property has been recently maintained and freshened up. The elevated style of the house gives a beautiful view of the Manatee River from the front porch. The back deck is a great place to relax in the evening and watch the abundant wildlife come and go. We enjoyed 21st century amenities in a home over 100 years old! The construction and maintenance of a new city park was not a disturbance inside the home, as the sounds did not carry inside. The afternoon lightning storms were spectacular and the rains were cooling. We will recommend this location and hope to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jun 2022
Thank you for your review Dian, it really does help potential future guests get a feel for the place. The new waterfront park will be opening next month so it’s nearly finished, but I’m glad the ongoing works didn’t disturb you. We’ve worked hard to keep the charm and character of our historic home while providing everything we think guests may need….so we’re really glad to hear you enjoyed your stay! All the best, Tiffany
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Incredible overall experience

We can't say enough about our 2 months at this property. The only thing better than the amazing location just steps out the front door to the pristine riverwalk and the beautiful home was our host Tiffany. From the moment we booked and throughout our entire stay, Tiffany was responsive, welcoming, and gracious. She cheerfully helped us troubleshoot the few small things that arose and ensured we had as smooth a stay at her home as possible. We were impressed with the small touches - the ADT security system, the abundance of night lights, and the drawer full of fliers to accompany the recommendations in the guest book. The home itself is very well laid out. We used every space throughout the days, particularly enjoying the absolutely stocked to the brim kitchen. We enjoyed the beautiful view of the water from the front porch and spent many afternoons in the sun on the back deck. We highly recommend this property. You will not be disappointed.
Stayed 63 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Mar 2024
Thank you so much for your kind review of my home. It was a pleasure to host you and your fur baby! I’m so glad you enjoyed the house, the riverwalk park on the doorstep, and the local area. Thank you for being wonderful, thoughtful guests….we’d love to host you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Lovely spot by the Manatee River

The owner was very responsive and quick to respond to emailed questions or problems (I had a few wasps). The house is a charming old house that has been updated to include every appliance. Since it is old, it has a few expected idiosyncrasies like the inability to open most of the windows..The kitchen has everything one could possibly need for cooking. The living room was comfortable and had a large screen TV which we enjoyed. I usually had one family member or one friend at a time, but the house could accommodate a large family with the pull-out couch. The owner graciously left an easel for me, and the area near the back porch was a great place to do art work. The washer and dryer were large and convenient to use.The only hitch we experienced was when I accidentally locked us out the first night, and the property manager was out of the country and unavailable. Fortunately the owner has a friend in the neighborhood who was able to help us. The owner was always available by phone or email.
Stayed 77 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Mar 2025
Mary, I’m so glad you and your guests enjoyed the house, the riverwalk on the doorstep, and the local area during your stay. Thank you so much for your kind and honest review of me and my home. It was a pleasure to host you. RE: WINDOWS For any prospective guests reading this: the windows in the front porch should not be opened because they are old (they open but can be a pain to close again!) and the front door can be used to exit in an emergency. All the other windows and external doors are modern vinyl products installed during the extensive remodel and CAN be opened. I mention this in case anyone has concerns about egress in an emergency.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Don't judge a book by it's cover

When we pulled into the driveway, the exterior of the cottage didn't appear to be in great shape, but once inside, we were so surprised how nice and updated it was. Granite counters, nice appliances and fully equiped kitchen. The park next door was the biggest draw for us, but unfortunately, the entire park was under construction with no access. The RiverWalk is nice and will be even nicer when connected to the park next to the cottage. The neighborhood around the cottage is a bit shady, but we learned where to walk, which we did every evening without worry. The homes along the river are nice to very gorgeous. If you are a walker, drive out to Robinson Preserve where there are lots of trails and water fowl. It was 5-stars. There are lots of restaurants within a few miles from the cottage. Wilder's pizza is great. We had a lovely lunch at both Mattison's located off the RiverWalk and Pier 22 at the Marina. Tiffany was wonderful to work with when we had a few issues. The output from a couple of the faucets was not the best. The showers were both great. Nice big dishwasher and washer and dryer. Everything worked fine so no complaints. We had a nice stay and when that park is ready, it will be exceptionally nice.
Stayed 59 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 May 2022
Thank you both again for being such wonderful guests and letting me know about a few things that needed my attention. I’m delighted to be returning to the house this month (after 2 years away with the pandemic) and can finally address the slow flow on a couple of the faucets you mentioned, and give the home a little love, so it provides the experience my guests deserve. I’m so glad you had a wonderful stay and hope you’ll visit again….it will be wonderful to be able to access the parks and Riverwalk across the street when they’re complete! All the best, Tiffany
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house near everything.

This is great spacious renovated house with practically 4 private rooms (two bedrooms, but people can sleep in other 2 rooms as well) and 3 separate bathrooms (two full and one half bath). Great patio and yard area connected to a city park. These two features alone make this house a unique spot where a large family can experience great Florida/Sarasota vibe in a secluded location yet within minutes from shops, restaurants, parks, walks, beaches and more. For small children Coquina beach is the best because you don't have to walk on send from your car to the water for a few minutes, like in Siesta. Not the best feeling on a hot day under the burning sun. Tiffany is a great host, who made every effort to make our stay the best it can be. She was very prompt and detailed in communication, great and fast with issues resolution, and she provided premium vacation experience in the home away from home. House is stuffed with bedding, bathroom, kitchen and other useful items well beyond of what would normally expected. I rented many vacation rentals for many years and I give this host and property 5 stars in every category, except if you are a super clean person, be prepared to do some washing and cleaning upon arrival because things do get dusty overtime, and cleaners simply don’t have time to go over everything in a few hours. Thank you, Tiffany. I will be recommending your house to my friends and family.
Stayed 31 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jun 2021
Thank you for your feedback Alex, we have adjusted the check out and check in times to allow more time for cleaning between guests. I am delighted to hear you all enjoyed your stay and found the house provided everything you needed. Tiffany
Archival

8/10 Good

Clean-well maintained-beatiful renovated home

Our group of 2 couples enjoyed our stay very much at the Blue Heron cottage. We enjoyed sitting in the backyard every morning relaxing and drinking our morning coffee together before heading out to see the sights. It is in an older neighborhood....many big trees covered in Spanish moss-just beautiful. It is located on a quiet street, which we also enjoyed. The house was comfortable and both bedrooms were beautifully furnished. The kitchen had everything you needed to cook your own meals, which we only did a couple of times because there are so many wonderful restaurant options in the area. One meal was fish we caught while fishing with, 5 o'clock Charlies, and we also found a sea food shop near O'Shucks (restaurant) and purchased shrimp and seafood for another meal. It was wonderful having a full functioning kitchen with a dinning room table! The price for this home was reasonable and the reservation process was easy. We loved coming home to a comfortable home each evening. There is a security system installed. Which, while it keeps you and your belongings safe....I wished that there were instructions on how to silence the alarm alerts "beep beep-front door opening" etc. while we were just hanging out at the house would have been nice. That is the only issue and it was not a deal breaker. We are thankful to the owners for sharing their beautiful home with us.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 20 May 2020
Thank you for staying at the Blue Heron with us! The cottage has a 3 ring binder located in the kitchen with various procedures/instructions including the security alarm system. Thank you for your feedback, we hope you stay with us again! Oakleaf Property Management
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best experience!

Tiffany has made my Bradenton Vrbo experience stress-free, relaxing, and memorable! My roommate and I are medical student interns that needed a place to stay in Bradenton, FL, for the summer. We already had a previous property ready for us 3 months in advanced and in the last minute, that property told us they weren’t available anymore. We were extremely stressed out and worried we wouldn’t have a place to stay. Luckily, we found the Blue Heron Hideaway and Tiffany. Let me tell you, Tiffany is the most kind, patient, empathetic, and generous host I have ever worked with. She responds with lightning speed to accommodate our every need even when she is in a different time zone. Not only was she super easy to work with, and great at communicating, her beautiful home made our stay very comfortable. It has everything you ever need for a long stay. The sunroom is perfect for lounging around and looking at scenic view, or if you need to study and work. The kitchen is fully stocked with almost every appliance and tool you need to bake, cook, or grill. The bedrooms and bathrooms are very clean and comfortable. The rooms also have a beautiful view of the brand new park that was built next door. I was also able to walk outside each morning and enjoy a cup of coffee with the phenomenal sunrise, beautiful trees, sounds of the manatee river, and even enjoy a book with the little free library. The back patio also has a nice view of the park and has a big table/chairs/umbrella for a barbecue with friends and family. We also worked with Mike who is the on-sight manager that helped out a ton for any little fixes that we needed during our three months. All in all, this place is perfect and I highly recommend it to anyone needing to stay in Bradenton. I definitely want to come back! 10/10
Stayed 77 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug 2022
Thank you so much Mallory for taking the time to leave us a review, and for your wonderful comments. We take great pride in ensuring our guests have the best possible experience and are always on hand if needed. It was a pleasure to have you all to stay and I’d like to thank you for treating our home as if it were your own. We’re delighted you all had a wonderful stay and hope to welcome you back in the future!
Archival

2/10 Terrible

nice place be wary of added cleaning fees and accusations of destroying equipment

We enjoyed our stay, but were shocked when we did not receive the full deposit back. The poor customer service from the manager Andrew does not lend us to ever want a return visit nor would we recommend this place in the future. There are plenty of options to choose from in the area, plus a lot of construction going on in the city block. Might be more rental options soon. We were accused of destroying the grill tools, when actually my husband is an expert chef and brings his grilling tools when we travel. The actual truth was that the grill was filthy, and we cleaned it before we used it, and after we finished using the grill. The tools actually were damaged that were sitting on the grill -- burnt, slimy, and not clean. The back yard is very dark, and a friend from the area who was visiting was not able to see all the stairs and fell off the stairs, twisting his foot. Luckily my husband heard him call for help, he was unable to get up on his own because he is somewhat disabled. There was no railing on the five stairs, and when I mentioned it to the caretaker he said no one ever had that problem before. Tonight when we called the manager Andrew about the withholding of our full deposit, he informed us we damaged the grill tools and said we were charged the extra money (taken off the deposit) because we left the home needing extra cleaning. He said we had 6 people in the home, and the max was 5. Our son and his friend joined us for 4 of the six nights. We did not know adding family to our trip at the last minute would lead toward being charged extra cleaning fees. We ALWAYS treat the properties we stay in as it is our home, and left this property in excellent condition to the point of finishing all but a few pieces of laundry, swept and washed the kitchen floor, and wiped down the bathrooms. The home was in very good condition when we departed. There is a big dog appears to be a pit bull next door that barks often and strains the leash and appears aggressive. We were not comfortable being outdoors when the dog was on the leash. The neighborhood is so-so, a home two doors down had several cars with teens and young adults, not moving the cars when we were arriving back to the home. We watched on one occasion one of those persons sat on the top of the chimney on the second story of the house. Our son in law said once and my husband agrees "I feel a little uncomfortable with the dog and the neighbor's actions two doors down."
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 20 May 2020
The additional charge was just $25 for the heavy cleaning needed and I did not charge for the bbq equipment that was destroyed. Our cleaning contractor said the cottage was left in the worst condition she had ever seen before. I find it interesting that you left us a very good 5 star rating in the guest book in the cottage but when you were charged for the extra needed cleaning your rating dropped down to just 1 star. I will look to add some additional lighting in and around the back yard.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Stay!

We felt right at home from the minute we arrived and thoroughly enjoyed our month long stay. The home was spacious and well appointed with a lovely sunroom for enjoying views of the Manatee River and a large deck overlooking the park for enjoying morning coffee and barbecue dinners. We would definitely stay here again, except that we fell in love with the area and bought a place of our own. Thanks for having us. June and Kent
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Apr 2021
We are so delighted to hear what a wonderful stay you had, both in our home and in the area. Congratulations on your new home and welcome to Bradenton! All the best, Tiffany
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing Stay at Blue Heron Hideaway

We had a fantastic experience staying at this property for about 5 weeks. It is a historic home with a lot of charm, but also all of the modern conveniences we require. It is extremely comfortable and the owners thought of and provided everything you could possibly need in a home! The surrounding open green space added to the tranquility and peacefulness, along with the nearby access to the Manatee river. Very relaxing and pleasant stay! We highly recommend it.
Stayed 37 nights in Jan 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Mar 2021
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay at the Blue Heron Hideaway and that it was as tranquil and relaxing as you expected it to be. We are very lucky to have found this historic Florida gem and to have been able to restore and update her. It was our pleasure to share her with you! All the best, Tiffany
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sisters get away

Our first sisters getaway ever and I wanted to make it really special. In searching for a property, this one kept popping up. Wow! were the words once we checked in. Very beautiful! everything we needed for 4 ladies and more. We loved the deck, as that's where we had our coffee in the mornings. The kitchen is well stocked, we loved the newly updated bathrooms, and the fact there were 2.5, having the laundry room a very nice feature also. The property owner, Mr. Harrington was always quick to respond to any questions I had. Instructions were easy to follow. And yes, we would definitely stay again. Close to shopping, eateries,and beaches.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great location!

Great place - great location!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful family time

Thank you so much for a wonderful place for our family to enjoy Spring Break. Close to everything and such a charming home. Everything we needed was there. Again, thank you!!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great place, great location!

Plenty of room, nice quiet spaces. Quiet outside, lovely deck. Upgrades are beautiful! Lovely bathrooms, kitchen and other features. Cozy beds. Great appliances! A warm, comfortable home. No problems, no issues. Great location with lots to do within blocks. Great for going north or south as highways are close. Felt very safe in the area also. We could not have been happier!!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Quaint and modern. Enjoy coffee on the porch.

Centrally located to many attractions and restaurants. If you love to cook while traveling the kitchen is well stocked for any type of cooking. Take the time to see the islands and St. Armand's Circle. Dine at Columbia and enjoy champaigne sangria or indulge your sweet tooth at Kilwins.
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Very clean and well-equipped. Pleasant decor.

Lovely house but the location may not be convenient for some people. Downtown Bradenton is a 35 minute walk. Only a taqueria is within walking distance. We had trouble getting in the house as the instructions gave the wrong number for the lockbox. There was no answer at contact number provided , so we left a messsge and had to wait about an hour for someone to get back to us with the correct number. Once inside, we were very happy with the spacious rooms, modern kitchen and bathrooms. There was a beautiful sun porch that we didn't even use! The owners seem to take pride in their house. Bicycles would have been nice to explore the Bradenton Riverfront. And we would have used the BBQ if the fuel tank was full. There was a great security system that made us feel quite secure in this mixed neighborhood. Overall, we had a great time and we're able to visit many sights by car.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

The Blue Heron was everything that we expected. It was centrally located to all our activities

The owners and caretaker Mack obviously take pride in this property. We would highly recommend this place to anyone staying in the area
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2017
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