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Open Water Home with lots of dolphin and manatee sightings. Boat docking.

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A coastal property with a deck, outdoor seating, and a view of the ocean. - Open Water Home with lots of dolphin and manatee sightings. Boat docking. (Ellenton)
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81601 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Open Water Home with lots of dolphin and manatee sightings. Boat docking.

  • Adorable Coastal Home; Boats can be kept on seawall or side yard. Perfect location: close to beaches, and downtown Bradenton, Sarasota, and St. Petersburg - 45 min to downtown Tampa. Great nautical location, less than 25 minutes to open Gulf. Enjoy the Manatee river with the outdoor fire pit and cast a reel while enjoying the sunset views.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,601 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Parties over 20 require preapproval and a fee.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

About the area

Located in Ellenton, this vacation home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Shoppers can check out Mall at University Town Center, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Tampa Bay and Coquina Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Ellenton Ice and Sports Complex, or consider a night out at Tarpon Bay Grill and Tiki Bar. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and ecotours. Visit our Ellenton travel guide
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Ellenton, FL

What's nearby

  • A large white building with columns and a balcony.
    Judah P. Benjamin Confederate Memorial at Gamble Plantation Historic State Park
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Lecom Park in Bradenton, Florida, with a clear sky and palm trees.
    LECOM Park
    11 min drive - 9.5 km
  • A road with a 'No Parking' sign, a 'Welcome to Premier Sports Campus' sign, and a street lamp.
    Premier Sports Campus at Lakewood Ranch
    17 min drive - 26.4 km
  • A large bridge with multiple cables and illuminated pillars.
    IMG Academy
    25 min drive - 16.9 km
  • Ellenton Premium Outlets
    4 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ)
    25 min drive

Restaurants

  • Wawa
    10 min drive
  • Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen
    13 min walk
  • Culver's
    4 min drive
  • Chili's Grill & Bar
    4 min drive
  • Woody's River Roo
    4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Open Water Home with lots of dolphin and manatee sightings. Boat docking. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Open Water Home with lots of dolphin and manatee sightings. Boat docking.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Open Water Home with lots of dolphin and manatee sightings. Boat docking.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Open Water Home with lots of dolphin and manatee sightings. Boat docking. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Judah P. Benjamin Confederate Memorial at Gamble Plantation Historic State Park and within 3 mi (5 km) of Ellenton Premium Outlets and Ellenton Ice and Sports Complex. Bradenton Area Convention Center and Felts Audubon Preserve are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Open Water Home with lots of dolphin and manatee sightings. Boat docking. Reviews

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Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 144 out of 176 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 176 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 176 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 176 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 176 reviews

9.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.6

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this home and location. The views are spectacular and the house is so warm and inviting. Everything was perfect will definitely stay again
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We adored the home and it met all our needs. Had a cat fish carnival with fishing and breezy days hanging out off the point even had a small fire for roasting marshmallows. Location was great for a family stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We've stayed here two years in a row now. Perfect location to beaches, reserves and MLB spring training games. The property is lovely.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view of the river. The home was very clean and we thoroughly enjoyed the sun porch that was open from the living area.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean nice spot on the water. Amazing views.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this place! It is exactly like it is pictured. The view of the river from inside is unbelievable! We could see dolphins every morning, afternoon and evening. The only negative thing. Is the king size bed. It is way too low to the ground with a large wood frame around it which is a hazard getting up in the middle of the night. We slept there one night and switched to the other bedroom with a queen size bed. One other thing, there is no swimming pool, which would of been a bonus!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved our stay here. House was very clean and the location is perfect. Walking up to the sunrise and ending our day with a fire in fire pit were probably my favorite parts. A relaxing stay in a lovely waterfront home. Having a Host that’s very responsive with clear communication put my mind at ease with this rental. We plan to rent here again when at all possible!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

An amazing stay

Me and my fiancé enjoyed every minute of the house the pictures don’t do enough the quiet neighborhood the great location it was better than expected and the host was great with everything
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Omg, what a view! Great location on the water. Close to attractions, beaches, etc. Clean house and a quiet neighborhood. We will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Breathtaking!!

It was a perfect little spot! My family and I loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Poinsettia Place

Such a beautiful view and very relaxing!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
5/5 A Perfect Peaceful Getaway!Our stay at this home on the water in Ellenton was absolutely wonderful. The setting is serene and peaceful the kind of place where you instantly feel relaxed the moment you arrive. The house was spotless, beautifully maintained, and had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. We loved waking up to the tranquil water views and enjoying quiet evenings in the backyard. The host was incredibly accommodating and made sure every detail was just right. Highly recommend this little slice of paradise for anyone looking to unwind and recharge!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Beautiful views

Very nice place to stay, great location and beautiful views. Not so great for fishing. Would definitely recommend and would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

House on the water

Cozy,calming and a relaxing stay. The outside room was great. Got to see a few dolphins while relaxing outside. We will try and stay there again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Holiday Get Away

Enjoyed the evenings watching sunset and sitting by fire pit making s’mores.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful place!

Very clean and exactly as advertised. We spent the month of February here and had a fabulous stay. Sunrises and sunsets were amazing. Super comfortable beds. Kristina was an excellent host. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 27 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We travel quite a bit and this house is one of our new favorites! We homeschool and try to have eco trips at least once a week. In this house it was everyday! We caught fish and Blue Crabs right off the sea wall. You'll watch the sun rise and set over the Manatee River! Dolphins too. House was clean and easy to find. Convenient to parks and beaches. Places to eat are near as well. We would love to stay again!
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing waterfront property

Very nice waterfront property, well appointed and taken care of. Mornings and evenings in the sun!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
The property has a beautiful view and we loved sitting on the lanai. The rest of the home was a could have used a little TLC. Little things like toilet paper holder falling off the wall. No instructions or welcome booklet with suggestions for restaurants or things to do in the area. The worst problem we had was the master bedroom which had a totally different bed then shown in the photos. The bed was on a platform that was practically on the floor and very hard to get in and out of. We wound up switching to the other bedroom which only had a full size bed. Also, we could have used some nightlights for the bathroom and instructions on how to use the tv!
Master bedroom. Not as shown in photos
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful view of manatee river! Beautiful sunrises and sunsets

We have stayed at this property twice. Love the house, front porch all windows, view of manatee river is beautiful. Dolphins in the morning around 10:00 am. We will visit again in the fall.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great view!

Lovely outlook being close to the water. The accommodation had everything we needed. Easy to find. A little way from St Pete’s but that suited us.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great experience

We recently had a weekend soccer tournament in the area and this house was perfect for the trip. We loved the fire pit, the quiet street, and the house was spacious and clean. We were able to visit a couple great beaches that were within easy driving distance. Sunrises and sunsets were amazing. I would definitely recommend this to anyone visiting the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great water view and very clean.

Our family of three really enjoyed this rental. Very clean and functional. Great view of Manatee River and close to attractions. We visited the Bradenton Motorsport Park, the aquarium in Tampa and enjoyed an airboat/gator spotting ride in Arcadia.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful View

The sunroom porch and backyard were wonderful, just what I wanted :). The king size platform bed was a bit low but mattress was very comfortable. Host was very nice to deal with when needed.
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing Getaway

Interior of house is very spacious and open. Especially like the enclosed patio with huge windows on three sides. Very nice furnishings and wall art. Front yard still has damaged palms from last hurricane, but that's incidental. Definitely recommend this listing.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025