Blue Bayou - Charming home with heated pool, tiki and OPTIONAL BOAT DOCKAGE
Old and new Florida charm coexist for a relaxing and comfortable stay in this clean, charming, newly renovated home tucked in a treasure location between all that is tropical, beach, and water. Our location is unique in that you do not have the expense of staying directly on the water yet have access to a dock (just steps from the property) for boat dockage. There is a neighborhood bridge with a 84” clearance at king high tide.
Coming with boats and trailers? Not a problem. Thanks to the exuberant amount of parking on this property, you can arrive and unload your gear, trailer the boat to the boat ramp 2 blocks away, park the trailer back at your doorstep, and dock the boat steps from your temporary abode. Being a boating family, one of our greatest goals was to make access to the water as easy and cost efficient as possible.
The prize of this home is the backyard oasis. The myriad of sunny days, 249 per year, is the inspiration for this tropical getaway within a getaway. Beginning with the refreshing saltwater pool (heated for an additional fee) and ending with the stately 390 square foot tiki hut with ambient lighting, the in-betweens will delight also such as the propane firepit for cool evenings, the outside shower for a convenient rinse (especially after a salty day on the water), the convenient outside-access half bath, and spacious turf for cornhole and other game-playing. This oasis will continue to pull you outdoors for entertaining and relaxing with a grill and grill tools for preparing your catch of the day, a full-size fridge for easy access to libations and snacks, a teak table for dining for 8, and lounge seating and a large TV under the tiki.
Palma Sola Bay Beach - less than 2 miles Holmes Beach - about 6 miles Anna Maria Island - less than 7 miles Bradenton Beach - about 8 miles
Please help us be respectful to the residents of this wonderful community by honoring a quiet time after 10pm.
DISCLAIMER - PLEASE BE AWARE THIS HOME IS NOT WATERFRONT BUT DOES HAVE ACCESS TO A DOCK ACROSS THE STREET FOR BOAT DOCKAGE ONLY.
** Pool can be heated upon request and additional fee of $35 per day.
Mermaid Bedroom – Sleeps 2 • Master suite • Comfortable king bed • TV • Blackout curtains • Full size dresser • Lounging chair • Mermaid nightstands • Lamps • Alarm clock • Ceiling fan and dimmable light • Wainscoting ceiling • Plenty of closet storage
Pelican Bedroom – Sleeps 2 • Comfortable queen bed • TV • Dresser • Lounging chair • Standing full mirror • Nightstands • Lamps • Alarm clock • Ceiling fan and light • Plenty of closet storage
Tropical Village Bunkroom – Sleeps 3 • Comfortable twin bed • Comfortable bunk bed • Wardrobe with drawers • Reading nook with children’s books and floor pillows • Lamp • Alarm clock • Ceiling fan and light • Plenty of closet storage
Master Bathroom • New toilet • New vanity • New lighting and mirror • Clean shower and tub • Towel racks • New farmhouse flooring • Shampoo & shower gel • Blow dryer • Linen closet
Bathroom • Toilet • Vanity • New lighting and mirror • Clean shower and tub • Towel racks • Shampoo & shower gel
1/2 Bathroom – Outside Access • Under air with access from patio • New toilet • New vanity • New lighting and mirror • Towel rack • New farmhouse flooring
Lounge Room • Cocktail table arcade game • TV • Play Station 2 • Comfortable seating • Collection of family-friendly DVDs • DVD player • Collection of board games
Kitchen and Beverage Bar • Fridge with ice maker and water dispenser • Stove/oven • Microwave • Dishwasher • Bar stools • Garbage disposal • Keurig coffee maker • Traditional coffee maker and filters • Toaster • Blender • Hand mixer • Can opener • Crock pot - small • Hand mixer • Waffle maker • Tea kettle • Pots and pans • Diningwear and utensils • Cookwear and utensils • Bakewear and utensils • Servewear and utensils • Drinkwear • Measuring spoons and cups • Tumblers
Livingroom • Comfortable couches -2 • Beanbag • Side tables • Lamp • TV • Collection of DVDs • DVD player
Linens • Quality bed sheets and pillows • Extra blankets • Bath towels, bath sheets, bathmats, hand towels, washcloths and make-up towels • Beach towels • Kitchen towels, oven mitts and hot pads
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
About the area
Bradenton
West Bradenton, a neighbourhood in Bradenton, is home to this holiday home. Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Bradenton Beach and Coquina Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature and Manatee Performing Arts Center. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving adventures can be found near the property.
Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 31 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 2 min drive
Danny's Pizzeria - 3 min drive
Taco Bell - 19 min walk
Wendy's - 18 min walk
Five Guys - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Blue Bayou - Charming home with heated pool, tiki and OPTIONAL BOAT DOCKAGE have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Blue Bayou - Charming home with heated pool, tiki and OPTIONAL BOAT DOCKAGE?
As of 11 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Blue Bayou - Charming home with heated pool, tiki and OPTIONAL BOAT DOCKAGE on 13 Sept, 2026 start from S$550, 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.
Is Blue Bayou - Charming home with heated pool, tiki and OPTIONAL BOAT DOCKAGE pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Blue Bayou - Charming home with heated pool, tiki and OPTIONAL BOAT DOCKAGE?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Blue Bayou - Charming home with heated pool, tiki and OPTIONAL BOAT DOCKAGE?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Blue Bayou - Charming home with heated pool, tiki and OPTIONAL BOAT DOCKAGE?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Blue Bayou - Charming home with heated pool, tiki and OPTIONAL BOAT DOCKAGE located?
This family-friendly Bradenton holiday home is located in West Bradenton, within 3 mi (5 km) of Blake Medical Center, Palma Sola Bay and De Soto National Memorial. The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature and Manatee Performing Arts Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Our family of (4) loved this place! So clean and exactly how it’s pictured. The owners clearly take pride in this property and hosting guests. This property couldn’t be in a better location. Quiet neighborhood but so close to great restaurants, grocery and accommodations. Plus having such easy access to the water was a major bonus! 10/10 recommend!
Paul H.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Apr, 2026
Thank you for taking the time to write a review. You and your family left the house in incredible condition. We are thrilled you enjoyed your time! We look forward to another visit soon!
Blue Bayou was exactly as describe. The house was clean and had everything we needed. The yard was beautiful and relaxing. Brian and Tonya were excellent hosts and
Edith I.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar, 2026
Thank you Mikayla for leaving your review . We are glad you had an enjoyable and relaxing time.
This home is exactly as pictured. The pool and tiki hut are the stars of the show! The backyard was beautiful and very relaxing. You can tell that a lot of love, thought, and money was put into this home to make it accommodating. The hosts have thought of everything, and we really appreciated being able to borrow their beach supplies! The welcome snacks were such a nice surprise for our hungry kids after traveling and were appreciated. This house was simply wonderful for our family.
Megan E.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Apr, 2026
Thank you for your thoughtful review. This is the kind of review we strive to receive. You were fantastic guests and I hope you will visit again soon!
My Family came down for a Soccer Tournament at IMG. The location could not of been better for that. 15 minutes to IMG, 15 minutes to the beaches, great restaurants were all in close proximity. My children loved the pool (Heated), the Tiki Hut, and outdoor living area. It was perfect for the down times and evenings after dinners out. The hosts were amazing as our travel home was delayed and they were more than helpful and flexible with our Check out plans (They even mailed back home a clothing item my daughter left behind). We are hoping to come back if we ever play down at IMG again or decide to vacation in the area.
Billy R.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar, 2026
Bill - We love our IMG families as they are always exceptional guests, just as you and your family were. We were impressed by your thorough communication as your plans ebbed and flowed and are glad you all got home safely. We look forward to your return for the next tournament! Thank for your kind words and great review.
I have nothing but positive things to say about this property - the instructions and welcoming messages from the host could not have been clearer - the property itself was spotless and had everything we needed and more! Our questions were answered promptly and fully. We would not hesitate to stay there again!
Tanya B.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Dec, 2025
Tanya, thank you for such a generous review. We hope your crew will join us again soon!
Excellent stay at this property! Host was very communicative and the house was very clean, spacious, and had everything we needed! Would definitely stay here again :)
Hallie E.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jul, 2025
Thank you Hallie for your review. Please come and visit again.
This lovely home has everything you need for a wonderful vacation. The outdoor space, yard games, tiki hut with tv, pool, and grill was amazing! The indoor space was comfortable and decorated beautifully, the kitchen contained everything you could possibly need. We utilized the nearby dock access for fishing and also an easy walk to the river. We used the bikes and beach equipment available at the house. Location is great with a short drive to the beach and shopping just minutes away. We enjoyed everything about our stay and can’t wait to return!
penny d.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jan, 2026
Jenny - We appreciate not only how neat you left the property but your generous review. It brings us joy that our customers utilize the property so well and enjoy their stay as you did. We hope to see again soon.
We had a fantastic stay at this property. The home was clean, well-stocked, and exactly as described. Its location offered convenient access to beaches, parks, and restaurants. Communication with the managers was friendly and prompt.
This place was wonderful. The back yard space was so inviting and spacious. The fishing was close by. Beach was a quick 15 minute drive. It is located 15 mins from IMG academy. Stores and restaurants very close. I highly recommend this place.
Joe L.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul, 2025
Hope your team did well at the tournament! Thank you for the review and recommendation Joseph!
The wife and I had an amazing stay at this beautiful property. The pool and amenities were abundant and awesome. Communication was top notch. Would highly recommend to anyone looking to explore the beaches here in the South Tampa Bay Area.
Aaron M.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 May, 2025
Thank you Aaron for taking the time to let us know how we did. Hope you will visit again soon.
We really enjoyed our visit and this home was a key reason. It is a beautiful, clean home with everything you need while on vacation. The pool and backyard are fantastic. The home is in a quiet neighborhood, right down the road from the boat ramp, and seemingly less than 20 minutes to virtually any beach you’d want to visit. The beaches are quite busy, so we appreciated staying a bit further away with the family in this quiet setting. We’ll absolutely look to stay here again when visiting the area.
Dino H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jun, 2025
Dino - Thank you for taking the time to write such a generous review. We were thrilled you got to enjoy our area via boat as well. We look forward to your next visit. - Tonya
This property is beautiful and the host our outstanding. The backyard is hidden behind a privacy fence which provides peace and tranquility. The backyard has a spacious Tiki and it is a great way to beat the heat or you can take a dip in the pool. The host are respectful, accommodating and respond very quickly. My family and I definitely enjoyed ourselves and will use this property again.
Los A.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug, 2025
We are so pleased you and your family enjoyed your stay and are grateful for your kind words. Our hope is you will return for another visit soon.
Very relaxing, with a nice layout with the pool, backyard oasis, screened in dining area and fire pit.
Ken W.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Feb, 2025
Thank you Ken for making the time to write a review. We love that you were able to take advantage of the backyard area. Hope you are able to visit again soon.
We had everything we needed at the Blue Bayou. It was close to everything and had plenty of stuff to play with at the house, in the pool, and at the beach. My family and I had couldn't have dreamed of a better place to stay for our summer vacation.
Kelli S.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jun, 2024
Kelli - We couldn't have asked for better guests and are glad you and your family enjoyed your time at our rental and our charming town. The manatees were quite active in the bayou during your visit so hope you got to see them. We hope you will book again with us soon.
Verified
4/10 Poor
Charles R.
16 Feb, 2025
Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Cool backyard and pool
Backyard is the best part about this place. Be prepared to bring extra provisions if staying longer than 3 days. Only good part is the pool.
Charles R.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Feb, 2025
We are glad you enjoyed the pool and backyard which is usually a highlight of our guests’ stays. We provide a starter pack of consumable provisions upon arrival. For a week’s stay and based on the number of people in your party, the home was prepped with a Bounty Mega roll, 6 kitchen trash bags, 6 rolls of toilet paper, Clorox wipes, dish and laundry pods, dish and hand soap, shampoo and conditioner, snacks and water, and coffee and hot cocoa pods. When you requested more paper towels and trash bags, we promptly delivered them. Our rental is a labor of love. We continually seek out ways to make improvements for our guests so they feel welcomed and set up for a pleasant and relaxing stay. We truly are surprised that you were so disappointed.
The backyard felt like a private oasis - loved the pool and the shaded area of the yard. Kids loved running in the yard too. House was comfortable. Drive to island varied from 20min- 1 hr depending on what time of day you left.
Selah L.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Apr, 2025
Selah - Thank you for your review. We love you were able to enjoy both the home and our lovely area. - Tonya
We were bouncing around Florida so we only had a 2 day stay. We wish we could’ve stayed longer. This house worked out perfect for the whole family. Great location for beaches and such a fun outdoor area for the whole family. We particularly loved sitting outside and watching March Madness. The hosts have thought of everything! We will be back!
Cassidy H.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Apr, 2025
Cassidy - Thank you for taking the time to write a review. We are glad you could visit even if for a short time. Please visit again soon!
We had a wonderful trip and the house was fantastic. We’ve stayed in many rentals and this was by far the most stocked and cleanest. They even provided more outdoor items (for beach and pool) than listed. We utilized all of the things and went to nearly all of the recommended restaurants and all were fantastic! The house was as close to everything we wanted to visit and the backyard was great for our family! I even had contact with the owners (our issues not house issues) and they were so kind, responsive and helpful! I cannot say enough good things. Book the trip and enjoy paradise!
Kara L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul, 2025
Kara - What a gracious review! These are the things we love to hear, our goal! You were fantastic guests and would love to have you back any time!
You will not want to leave this backyard. Our family loved the tiki hut with the tv, the pool, the fire pit, and the huge turf yard. The coolest looking tree in the backyard is an awesome backdrop for pictures. You will love your stay here!
Ashley M.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Mar, 2024
Ashley - Thank you for the generous review as well as being the ideal guest. We are grateful you took the time to rate our property. We hope to have you again soon. -Tonya
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