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Floating Home

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Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, cookware/dishes/utensils
Property grounds
1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Shower, towels, soap, shampoo

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Entire house boat

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 313 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFiFree WiFi
  • Water view
    Water viewWater view

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

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Sarasota, FL
  • Popular LocationSarasota Classic Car Museum4 min drive
  • Popular LocationPowel Crosley Estate4 min drive
  • Popular LocationJohn and Mable Ringling Museum of Art5 min drive
  • AirportSarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)6 min drive

Space details

1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, sleeps 3
13 sq m
Bedroom 1
    Common area
      1 sofa bed

    Room options

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    About the area

    Bradenton

    At this houseboat you'll be 3.4 km (2.1 mi) from State College of Florida and 3.9 km (2.4 mi) from University of South Florida Sarasota. Highlights at this houseboat include a kitchen, free WiFi and a patio. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this Bradenton houseboat include St. Armands Circle and IMG Academy.
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    What's nearby

    • Sarasota Classic Car Museum - 4 min drive
    • Powel Crosley Estate - 4 min drive
    • University of South Florida Sarasota - 4 min drive
    • John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art - 5 min drive
    • IMG Academy - 9 min drive

    Getting around

    • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 6 min drive

    Restaurants

    • ‪Goldstar Donut Shop - ‬4 min drive
    • ‪Anna Maria Oyster Bar - ‬3 min walk
    • ‪Salem's Gyro & Subs - ‬3 min drive
    • ‪Red Lobster - ‬3 min drive
    • ‪Tarpon Bay Grill & Tiki Bar - ‬8 min walk

    About this property

    Entire place

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

    Floating Home

    This beautiful, custom built floating home is located at Bahia Mar West Marina in Bradenton, Fl. She is just a 7 min. car ride from Sarasota/Bradenton airport, 10 min from downtown Sarasota and 15 min. to downtown Bradenton. A 15 min. car ride to Lido beach, 25 min to Siesta Key , and 20 min to Bradenton Beach/Annamaria Island. In close walking distance to the marina is Annamaria Oyster Bar, Banana Factory Bar, and enjoy a kayak adventure through the canals to Tarpon Bay Tiki Bar and Grill. This is a great alternative for a couple wanting to get away for a weekend and live the marina life. Also great for buisness personal wanting something different from the typical hotel. The galley comes with a coffee maker, fridge, microwave, and electric skillet , Cold air conditioning and space heater. Also guest are welcome to use the full bath and shower provided by the marina. Enjoy our 2 complimentary kayaks to paddle out to the bay and catch the most beautiful sunsets Sarasota has to offer. Also a big plus is the fishing. Corn hole boards located at the marina Tiki hut. Locals feel free to bring your boat and use the ramp and open slips to leave your boat in the water for easy on and off acesss all weekend. Pontoon and deck boat rentals are also available at the marina. 144 square feet under air, boat size is 24 x 8ft. We want our guest to have a great experience with the understanding this is a floating home and will require guests to feel comfortable and healthy enough to climb on and off of the home. Best for 2 adults 1 child max, 400 pounds maximum. We require that all of our guest sign a Release of Liability form for the use of the floating home and kayaks upon arrival.

    Property amenities

    Beach

    • Beach towels

    Internet

    • Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi

    Parking and transport

    • Parking on site

    Kitchen

    • Coffee/tea maker
    • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
    • Microwave
    • Paper towels
    • Refrigerator
    • Spices

    Bedrooms

    • Bedroom
    • Bedsheets provided
    • Sofa bed

    Bathroom

    • 1 bathroom
    • Shampoo
    • Shower only
    • Soap
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels provided

    Entertainment

    • Books
    • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

    Outdoor areas

    • Outdoor furniture
    • Patio

    Laundry

    • Laundromat nearby

    Comfort

    • Air conditioning
    • Heating

    Pets

    • No pets allowed

    Suitability/Accessibility

    • Smoke-free property

    Location highlights

    • In a village
    • Near a health/beauty spa
    • Near a hospital
    • Near a zoo
    • Near the bay
    • Near the marina
    • Near the sea
    • On the waterfront

    Things to do

    • Boat
    • Golf
    • Kayak
    • Water sports equipment
    • Birdwatching nearby
    • Casino nearby
    • Ecotours nearby
    • Fishing nearby
    • Golfing nearby
    • Hiking/biking trails nearby
    • Jet skiing nearby
    • Kayaking nearby
    • Motor boating nearby
    • Parasailing nearby
    • Sailing nearby
    • Snorkelling nearby
    • Swimming nearby
    • Wildlife walks 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)
    • First aid kit
    • Fire extinguisher

    General

    • Unit size: 144 square feet

    Policies

    Check-in

    Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
    Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    Minimum check-in age - 21

    Check-out

    Check-out before 11:00 AM
    Contactless check-out

    Special check-in instructions

    You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

    Pets

    • No pets allowed

    Children and extra beds

    • Children are welcome.

    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
    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
    Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
    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
    Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
    A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
    Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
      This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

    Frequently asked questions

    Are there any beaches close to Floating Home ?

    The closest beach to Floating Home is Lido Beach (12.1 km).

    Does Floating Home have a pool?

    No, this houseboat doesn't have a pool.

    Is there a free airport shuttle available at Floating Home ?

    No, Floating Home does not offer an airport shuttle service.

    What time are check-in & check-out at Floating Home ?

    Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

    Are pets allowed at Floating Home ?

    No, pets are not allowed.

    Floating Home Reviews

    Reviews

    9.8

    Exceptional

    Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 23 reviews" "
    Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 23 reviews" "
    Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews" "
    Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews" "
    Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews" "

    10/10

    Cleanliness

    10/10

    Amenities

    10/10

    Property conditions & facilities

    Reviews

    10/10 Excellent

    john H.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Cute floating home
    A great adventure for a couple. Centrally located to all major attractions in Sarasota and just minutes from SRQ airport. Home is practically brand new and reminds us of our boating adventures. Make sure to kayak the canals and walk to the sunset beach in the little neighborhood to the west. Tom, the host was super helpful and did a great job in building the water home. Make sure you get the exact address of the marina too. Enjoy!!
    Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

    8/10 Good

    Stephen I.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Gentle sway
    Great marina neighbors and quick paddle out to the bay. some instructions on operating things in the unit would help but everything worked great.
    Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    Cynthia H.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Living at the Marina
    Small perfectly appointed space. Great for a couple visiting Bradenton. Conveniently located. A fun experience. Great communication with owner.
    Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    AllySteve J.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Sweet little houseboat
    What a sweet little houseboat this is. Tom has worked hard to transform and create this houseboat. It’s nicely decorated and very clean. It is small but great for a few days. Good location and Tom let us use his tandem kayak to cruise the canals and Bay Area. The Ramada next door has a great Tiki bar with views of the water
    Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    Mike T.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Enjoyable Stay
    We enjoyed our stay on this houseboat. It's small but has everything you need. Very well thought out design. Kitchen was stocked with coffee and some drinks in the fridge. Bathroom had shampoo and soap. Bath towels and beach towels were provided. AC kept the space nice and cool. Marina was quiet at night and parking was close by. Kayaks were available for use. Location was close to local restaurants and one was within walking distance. Tom was very responsive to any questions we had. We would definitely consider visiting again.
    Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Colleen K.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Quaint but unusual
    We were excited to stay on a houseboat and it did not disappoint. Close quarters but enough for me and my sister to stay in. It was quiet in the marina and we got some kayaking in, any other boaters we came across were helpful and friendly. The bathroom is small but functional, the ac was cold and kept the living quarters comfortable. Tom added some water and other drinks to the mini fridge which was a nice touch. We brought towels, not knowing what to expect but there were bath and beach towels and small travel shampoos and soaps. We would consider visiting again.
    Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Sue S.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Very relaxing
    We had a wonderful time staying on the boat house. We are boaters so it felt like home. We made friends with a couple of people living on their boats and had interesting mornings drinking coffee and chatting on the deck. Very clean and nicely decorated. We had everything we needed. The drinks and bottles of water were a nice welcome. Thanks for having us!
    Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Brock E.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Great Experience
    Great overall experience. Very clean and very handy place to stay. Parking is super close to the houseboat. It was near all the places we wanted to see. Kayaks were a great addition and the canals around there were fun to explore. You can get live shrimp at the nearby 24/7 Exxon bait shop and a minnow bucket was provided to put the bait in. Caught four fish in the couple of hours that I fished. Only addition needed in my opinion would be a couple more pillows. Otherwise perfect.
    Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Janette K.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Quaint and Cozy
    Staying on the slip 21 boat house was a treat! Tom Has done a remarkable job building this space. It is very clean, bright, comfortable and all the details have been covered. The marina it’s self is in need of the same detail to cleanliness and attention that Tom put into his boat but that’s beyond his control. We slept very well and this was a great place to come back to after being at Anna Maria Island beaches.
    Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

    8/10 Good

    Rex B.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Quietude
    This was a nice respite for us on our Florida vacation.
    Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Denise W.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Wonderful accommodations and amenities
    Loved it and will definitely choose it again if staying in the area
    Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Ami W.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    fun unique getaway!
    My husband and I were in the area for a wedding and this "boatel" was perfect for us! we used the kayaks and enjoyed our coffee on the porch. i highly recommend this stay if you are in the Sarasota area!
    Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

    8/10 Good

    Holly H.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Cozy, different kind of experience
    This is a small houseboat. This dock area is kind of hidden among some other buildings and a bit challenging to find. The dock was empty with no others around. The boat itself was very clean. Pictures are accurate. It is small. Two adults are about all you can reasonably fit. You will feel the boat move as you move around. Bed was very comfortable. Bathroom also very clean. There are a few quirks including how the toilet operates but all are readily figured out. The common area is clean and nicely outfitted. We did spend a little time in the small deck/porch and that was pleasant. Host was easy to communicate with and fast to respond.
    Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

    10/10 Excellent

    Ann M.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Cute houseboat with everything you need!
    Small marina with friendly people living and working there. Quiet except for occasional plane which was not bothersome. Houseboat owner built it himself with great quality of work and tastefully decorated. Everything you would need was supplied. Definitely would go back.
    Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

    10/10 Excellent

    Katie C.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Such a great alternative to a hotel room
    We needed somewhere to stay for just a night and this was absolutely perfect and something different than a hotel room. So clean, beautiful décor, very functional and the property manager was wonderful and accommodating. If I am ever in need of a place to stay in this area again I will definitely book again!
    Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

    10/10 Excellent

    Chloe

    Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

    10/10 Excellent

    lynn k.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Jeff's Birthday Surprise
    Staying on a Houseboat is a different experience, one my husband never had until my now The accommodations were wonderful and decorated beautifully. It was very clean and the location was great. The owner was on the property and assisted us immediately when we asked for help. The restaurant he suggested was amazing and walking distance. We will stay here again. We loved it!
    Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

    10/10 Excellent

    Carolyn P.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Fun Setting
    A fun change from a hotel. The cabin is completely updated and very clean. The best part was the kayaks and seeing the dolphin play in the water!
    Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

    10/10 Excellent

    Tommy

    Travelled with family
    Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
    The house was very clean and the owner was very kind! We loved our stay.
    Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

    10/10 Excellent

    Michael K.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    I could write a book
    What a fantastic time we had. The house boat we called the “Boatel” was awesome. Beautifully decorated. Very peaceful area. Slept so good. Within driving distance of some of Florida’s best beaches. Highly recommend ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
    Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

    8/10 Good

    Larry K.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Anniversary trip
    Loved the newness and decor of the place. Kayaks were a nice bonus. Space heater kept us warm on a couple chilly nights. Enjoyed waking up in the morning and seeing the water and birds. Bathroom door could use some WD40. 😉 Liked that it was a gated marina. Drinks left by owner were a nice added touch too. Overall this was such a cool place for a couple to stay for a few days.
    Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

    10/10 Excellent

    John B.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Break from the norm
    My son and I stayed here when he played in a showcase at IMG. Very close to campus and a nice break from the usual hotel accommodations. Very clean and comfortable for 2. We had a great time and would definitely return. The owner response was impressive. Good people. We will be back.
    Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

    10/10 Excellent

    Russell M.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Quaint
    Easy to get booked
    Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022