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Bay House Retreat managed by Beach Retreats FL Anna Maria Island

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A heated pool
TV, video games, DVD player, books
TV, video games, DVD player, books
Dining
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 123860 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

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Bradenton, FL
  • Place, State College of Florida
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, St. Armands Circle
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Lido Beach
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Bradenton

With a stay at this vacation home in Bradenton (Bayshore Gardens), you'll be within a 10-minute drive of IMG Academy and State College of Florida. .This family-friendly vacation home is 10.6 mi (17.1 km) from Lido Beach and 10.1 mi (16.2 km) from St. Armands Circle.
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What's nearby

  • State College of Florida - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Mall at University Town Center - 18 min drive - 11.6 miles
  • St. Armands Circle - 19 min drive - 11.2 miles
  • Lido Beach - 19 min drive - 11.5 miles
  • Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium - 21 min drive - 12.7 miles

Getting around

  • Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪RaceTrac - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Anna Maria Oyster Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Perkins American Food Co. - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Bay House Retreat managed by Beach Retreats FL Anna Maria Island

🌊 Bay House Retreat by Beach Retreats Vacation Rentals

📍 Sarasota Bayfront – Near IMG Academy & Downtown Sarasota
🏡 5 Bedrooms | 4 Bathrooms | Sleeps 14 | Heated Saltwater Pool | 2 Private Docks

Welcome to Bay House Retreat, a luxurious bayfront escape offering over 4,000 sq. ft. of comfort and style. With breathtaking Sarasota Bay views, two private docks, and resort-style amenities, this spacious 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom home is perfect for family reunions, group getaways, or a peaceful waterfront retreat.

🌟 Highlights

Waterfront luxury with unobstructed Sarasota Bay views

Sleeps up to 14 guests across 5 bedrooms

Heated saltwater pool & spa overlooking the bay

Two private docks for fishing, boating & sunsets

Outdoor kitchen + BBQ grill with dining for 8

Xbox ONE, board games, Smart TVs & outdoor cable

Minutes to IMG Academy, SRQ Airport & downtown Sarasota

Kayaks, water toys, and beach gear included

🏡 Inside Your Retreat

Bay House Retreat is designed for both relaxation and entertainment. Multiple living spaces, a private coffee bar upstairs, and large windows framing stunning bayfront views make this home ideal for gathering and unwinding.

Bedroom Layout

Master Suite: King bed, ensuite bath, jetted tub, bay views

Bedroom 2: Two queen beds

Bedroom 3: Queen bed

Bedroom 4: Two twin beds

Bedroom 5: Full bed

4 bathrooms, including two with jetted tubs

🌴 Outdoor Bayfront Paradise

Step into your own slice of waterfront heaven:

Heated saltwater pool & spa with panoramic views

Two private docks for fishing, boating, or watching dolphins and manatees

Outdoor kitchen with BBQ grill + seating for 8

Plenty of lounge space for sunbathing & family gatherings

Kayaks, beach chairs, towels, and water toys included (extra rentals available)

🎣 Endless Fun & Adventure

Pontoon boat rental available exclusively for guests (inquire for pricing)

Outdoor games: Cornhole, basketball & more

Minutes to beaches, golf, nature trails, and shopping

Short drive to Mote Marine Aquarium, Ringling Museum & St. Armands Circle

🚗 Parking & Accessibility

Driveway parking for up to 6 vehicles

No street parking permitted

Boat lifts not available – pontoon rentals recommended for exploring

📅 Booking & Cancellation

Weekly rentals preferred (Saturday to Saturday) – flexible stays available on request

No cancellation fees!
Cancel 60+ days before arrival → Full refund
Cancel within 60 days → No refund
Extended stays & bookings $20,000+ → Full payment 90 days prior, non-refundable
$500 deposit due at booking; balance due 60 days prior
Third-party travel insurance through Beach Retreats is non-refundable
No changes permitted within 60 days of arrival or during stay
We highly recommend cancelation insurance

✨ Whether you're planning a fishing trip, a family reunion, or simply a quiet waterfront escape, Bay House Retreat offers the perfect Sarasota Bay getaway.

📩 Reserve now
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a private pool. There's a private balcony or patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment. A private bathroom has a jetted bathtub and a hair dryer.
Enjoy recreational amenities such as a water park and a hot tub. Additional features at this vacation home include an arcade/game room and gas grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 private bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor entertainment area

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Golf
  • Heated pool
  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,860 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No 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
Onsite 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
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

Property is also known as

452283

Reviews

Bay House Retreat managed by Beach Retreats FL Anna Maria Island Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 63 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 63 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 63 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 63 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 63 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Timothy L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location on the bay, many birds and fish, both sunrise and sunset are visible from the house. House was clean and well stocked. We prepared Thanksgiving Dinner for family and had all that we needed and plenty of room.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tricia M.

Liked: Cleanliness
House was clean and well stocked. Great views, beautiful pool deck and comfortable beds! Also great communication throughout our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerry W.

Liked: Cleanliness
This house fit our family's needs perfectly. 11 of us (including a 2 yr old) were in the area for a wedding and all enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house and property. Checked all the boxes!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very beautiful house and grounds
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jad T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Everything you will need and more!

On time and great responses!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connie D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Get away

Our family had the best time. The house was in the perfect spot. By the water but not in the hustle of everything else. The house is the perfect location to all the beautiful beaches around. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

JEREMIAH S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome house & location

Needed a house with big dock for a 44' Caymas that we were displaying at the boat show. This house was perfect for us, close to Marina Jack where the boat show was, and super nice. Will def try to stay here again next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Review

This was a beautiful property, gorgeous location in excellent condition. The host was absolutely exceptional. There was a boat available. You could fish right off the property. It was a short drive to Ana Maria Island and all kinds of other beautiful beaches directly accessible from the boat that’s available to rent. Do not pass this one up.
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peggy B.

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Loretta M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family vacation

There were 11 of us that stayed at this house. Ages 8-72. We were very impressed with the views - and really enjoyed seeing the gulf of Mexico. There were always birds of all kinds to be seen and one day we saw dolphins out in the distance! We from MI weather and was looking forward to the 'heated" pool and "hot" tub. That being said - we were very disappointed with the the limited ability to enjoy using the pool and hot tub.We understood that the weather was very cold for FL but the discription of those amenities were misleading. The manager of the property did inform me, after I texted (asking why the hot tub wasn't warming up after an hour of having it turned on)-that the hot tub may have a hard time keeping up to temperature. But it wasn't until after I called the manager and left a message, did I receive an email (hours later) explaining the type of heating system they have for the pool and hot tub. They have a heat pump and it truly isn't designed for cooler weather and for keeping the pool and hot tub up to a tolerable temperature. We understood at that point that we wouldn't be able to enjoy being in the water like we thought - all 11 of us were VERY frustrated. If the information about the heating system would have been in the discription - we would not have stayed at this house. The email wasn't sent to me until Friday- 3 days after we arrived... 3 days of going back and forth with the manager and trying to understand why the hot tub wasn't tolerable
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

kim s.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family gathering Holidays

We loved our stay and look forward to future visits!
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful spot, very clean

I stayed here with 8 friends on a golf / fishing trip and it was a really great spot. We had tons of space. The dock was great for fishing. The pool and yard were well kept and spacious I would highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mari B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing amenities and view

We spent a long weekend at this property with 9 of my girlfriends. This home had everything we needed. The kitchen is fully stocked, bathrooms with plenty of towels and lots of pool towels as well. The outdoor area is truly an oasis. Sunrises from one side of the house and sunsets from the other. I cannot recommend this home enough.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

anita c., new port richey

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Get-away

Exactly as listed...a beautiful home with everything we needed. Rented the pontoon boat and enjoyed a day on the water along with a stop at a restaurant for lunch. Pool was exactly what we needed, so relaxing along with floats. Evening hours spent playing games which were there. The owner was very helpful with any questions we had and very quick to respond. We will return.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn N., McKinney, TX

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Spot

Our Team needed a place to spread out cool off and bee close to the race area. This was the perfect location. Everyone had they own area to do personal work as well as gather to discuss the race boat duties to get done for the next day.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Moe H.

Liked: Cleanliness

bay stay

very nice home with many activities and things to do you can also rent a pontoon from the owner Christian very friendly and courteous
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexa M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing house with even better views!

We could not be happier with our stay. The home was perfect for our large family and kids. The owner was awesome and came to the property and it was great hearing the history of the property. Pontoon boat on site was the biggest plus. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Time

Wonderful property, well stocked kitchen, spacious interior ... large landscaped yard with pool and use of kayaks. The owner allowed us to rent the pontoon boat and took the time to come over to show us details regarding same and where to go/dine from the water. Very responsive. Our family had a great get away - even teenagers weren't bored!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M., Atlanta

Liked: Cleanliness

Multigenerational Family Trip

Went to Sarasota for Graduation. Perfect home for 3 generations of family to stay. Beautiful property on a baby peninsula into the bay, island right across the way where birds came to roost for the night. Lovely to just sit and watch the bay, but also awesome pool and really enjoyed adding pontoon boat rental. Able to cook most meals at home. Great location for accessing Sarasota and Bradenton schools/restaurants/beaches but also didn’t have much desire to leave the house.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Paradise on the Water

Our stay which included teens, parents, grandparents and a friend was amazing! The house is perfect for our group of all ages…even better than the listing as you can never fully capture a gorgeous view in a photograph! The pool, fishing dock and pontoon boat rental made our stay adventure packed. The house is beautifully decorated and spacious for larger groups. The owner kindly extended our check-out time as we had a later flight and recommended some great places to eat. We all would absolutely recommend this property and are hopeful we can head back this way to stay again sometime in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jen D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Home away from home

Comfortable home in a beautiful setting. We didn’t want to leave. Perfect for 2 families with preteens and teens to stay, have fun, relax, take in all that bay life has to offer
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Incredible Family Vacation

We were a family of 9 ranging from 11-82 staying at the Bay House for a week. As a property manager in Maine, this was my first time on the guest side of renting and it's going to be hard to top; the home and property were simply incredible! Everything was clean, the views were amazing, and everyone had enough space to gather together or spread out and have some down time. The large windows and stone fireplace in the living room are gorgeous, and the large master shower/bath was definitely a favorite. Our 12 year old loved fishing off the dock for fish and for crabs. We rented the pontoon from the owner, he was great, so friendly and showed us where to navigate in the area and answered any questions we had. Can not recommend this property enough, the sunrises are just as good as the sunsets, and watching them from the pool and hot tub can't be beat! Hope to stay again in the future
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C., Maineville, Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness

Friends and Family Wedding weekend

We had a wonderful week at the beautiful Bay House retreat! The home was beautiful, the grounds were stunning, and the owners responded so fast when we needed anything. We are definitely looking forward to staying here again...hopefully in warmer weather when we can enjoy the gorgeous pool and rent the boat. They truly thought of everything and we could not have been more appreciative. We loved it!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024