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Bay House Retreat managed by Beach Retreats

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A heated pool
Exterior
Property grounds
TV, video games, DVD player, books
Miscellaneous

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot Tub
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

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

Panoramic Breathtaking Views
You may cancel your reservation up to 60 days before check-in for a full refund minus a $495 processing fee and less 3rd party travel insurance fees, if applicable. The refund will be made to the original payment method. After that time, or for reservations made on or less than 60 days in advance of check-in, your reservation is non-refundable.

Written notice is required to cancel a reservation; an email from the address associated with the reservation is acceptable as written notice.

For canceled reservations with a check-in date equal to or less than 60 days away: We will open the property back up to the rental market and if the property re-rents we will refund the guests the rental rate minus the $495 processing fee and any price differential.

If Guest needs to shorten their stay or change to a different property, the normal cancellation policy applies. No changes are permitted during the stay.

This is a special find! The Bay House Retreat is like no other! You will feel like you have escaped when you stay at this Fisherman's paradise, with TWO docks and AMAZING sunsets! This gorgeous family home has 5 bedrooms and 4 baths, with plenty of space for all ages to enjoy, tucked away with a short drive to either the beaches of Sarasota or Bradenton. The Bay House Retreat is also just 3.5 miles from the world-renowned IMG Academy and only a short drive to Sarasota-Bradenton Airport, as well as other area attractions like Mote Marine Aquarium, Ringling Museum, Sarasota Jungle Gardens, enjoy all without having to fight island traffic, the PERFECT getaway... you may never want to leave!

It is perfect for a family, multiple families, and groups. Everyone will love the large pool spa as you kick back and relax enjoying views of Sarasota Bay.

This STUNNING Retreat Home boasts 5 bedrooms, 4 bathroom home ( 2 jetted tubs), and over 4,000 square feet of living and vacation space, not to mention the amazing grounds, with two docks, a gorgeous salt water pool, your own gazebo, and 4 balcony's to enjoy the gorgeous Florida sunsets! There are outdoor dining areas seating 8 + 2 bar stools, and on the interior of the home, there is dining seating for 12, a dining table that seats 8 and 4 bar stools at the kitchen island. The home offers ample privacy for all of our guests as it has a King Master Bedroom with En Suite Bathroom, additional Double Queen, Queen, Double Twin, and Full-sized Bedrooms. Coffee Bar on the upper level so you do not miss out on enjoying a cup of coffee on the balcony of your bedroom! Adults and Kids will love the multiple TV areas.

The pool/spa and outdoor entertaining space is perfect for a BBQ or simply relaxing and enjoying the gorgeous sunsets after enjoying a day on the water! Beach towels, beach chairs, and equipment are included - additional items can be rented through our preferred vendors at a discounted rate - ask your property manager for more details.

Parking includes a large driveway fitting a maximum 6 cars. NO Parking on the private road leading to The Bay House Retreat.

The home also features Smart TVs with cable in most bedrooms, living rooms, and outside. Downstairs bedroom with sitting area is perfect for kids with XBox ONE, board games and card games available like uno, skip bo, poker, boggle, monopoly, scrabble, etc., Two kayaks, Corn Hole, Basketball hoop, gas grill as well!

Rentals typically run Saturday to Saturday, If you are looking for a stay that is not a 7-night rental or would like to begin your vacation on a day other than Saturday please send us an email to reservations@beachretreatsfl.com as we can sometimes accommodate alternate reservations.

“You are vacationing in a residential area. Please be a good neighbor by keeping the noise to a respectful level during the day and night. Excessive and unreasonable noise can deprive neighbors of the peaceful enjoyment of their private property. Quiet hours on the island are recognized from 10p-7a.”

Property manager

Beach Retreats

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Heated pool
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Kitchen island

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

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

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Arcade/game room
  • Video games
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Gas grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near the bay
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Golf privileges
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Kayak on site
  • Golfing on site
  • Tennis on site
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails 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)

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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

Pets

Pets not 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
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

About the neighborhood

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Bradenton, FL

What's nearby

  • State College of Florida - 3 min drive
  • IMG Bollettieri Tennis Academy - 5 min drive
  • IMG Soccer Academy - 5 min drive
  • IMG Academy - 8 min drive
  • LECOM Park - 10 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Anna Maria Oyster Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Salem's Gyro & Subs - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tarpon Bay Grill & Tiki Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mean Deans Local Kitchen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Bay House Retreat managed by Beach Retreats have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Bay House Retreat managed by Beach Retreats pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bay House Retreat managed by Beach Retreats?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bay House Retreat managed by Beach Retreats?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bay House Retreat managed by Beach Retreats located?

This family-friendly Bradenton vacation home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of State College of Florida and IMG Academy. IMG Soccer Academy and IMG Bollettieri Tennis Academy are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Bay House Retreat managed by Beach Retreats Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 50 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 50 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 50 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 50 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

Jude L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Florida Retreat
This property is gorgeous from front to back and side to side. We fished, swam, walked the gardens, we even rented the pontoon boat and went to lunch, saw tons of dolphins! Highly recommend this site
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous
Fantastic property on a perfect location. Will definitely try to book again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Evan W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning property
Our stay did not disappoint! The pool is incredible, the house itself is gorgeous, and the views are even better. 10/10!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Florida Memories
What a beautiful home. We enjoyed the pool, the fishing, the pontoon boat. The home owners were so helpful renting the pontoon boat. He took us out, showed us all the do's & dont's and all the great places to go. What great memories! Highly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bryan K., Dayton

Liked: Cleanliness
Large family getaway
This place is absolutely amazing!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic home!
This is such a great place to stay. We had a blast fishing and enjoying this private resort right near so much fun stuff to do.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cameron L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Home
Great views and a lovely home. The also have great property managers who are very easy to communicate with!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Amy G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Could be so much better with improved amenities
Second stay at this house. The plusses are that the property is stunning, the house is large and good for groups, the pool is great, the kitchen is well-stocked with dishes, pots and pans and the management company is responsive. We called on a Saturday evening when the air conditioning stopped working and they sent someone out right away. The house is dated, but the photos online show it exactly as it is so no disappointment there. But there are negatives. After we stayed here last year, rather than give a negative review, I sent a private message to the management company, telling them that for a house that costs thousands to rent for a week, I would expect them to offer more than one roll of one-ply toilet paper per bathroom per stay, and some soap, shampoo and conditioner in the showers. The answer was that they would pass along the message. Unfortunately, this year, the house offered even less. There was still only one roll of toilet paper per bathroom and they through in packs in each bathroom with soap, and a small bottles of shampoo, etc., the kind you would find in a Days Inn for one night (I get that this is in the fine print, but again, for the amount they charge, would it kill them to leave enough toilet paper and personal products for the week?), there was no dishwashing liquid, sponges or paper towels in the kitchen, a lot of the pots and pans in the cupboard were dirty, there were dirty throw pillows on the beds, and several of the lamps in the bedrooms didn't work. There were only three beach towels in the basket by the pool for a house that advertises it sleeps 12. This house could be so much more with a tiny spend and a little effort by the management company. Date of arrival - April 5, 2023 Reservation ID #14409
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

G&L V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our favorite rental property yet!
We absolutely loved this property and will definitely come back. It was perfectly clean and perfectly private. The pool was warm for spring break, as promised. We’ve been promised these things at all our previous rentals, but this one actually delivered, and that’s why we will be back!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic All Around
Our stay was for a staff retreat. The house was perfect for our needs. The amenities were beyond compare, and the location on the bay could not be beat. Everyone had a fantastic stay at the Bayfront Retreat. The location is in the middle of everything in Bradenton and a short trip to Sarasota and the beaches. The kayaks afforded everyone an opportunity to get into the bay and enjoy the serenity of the waters.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Val H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bed rooms and baths not comfortable
Good space and view, but uncomfortable bed rooms and baths
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2023

6/10 Okay

Erin W.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Great location but house over promises and under delivers
The location is amazing. Water views, pool, outdoor experience is great. But the house itself was frustrating. Lightbulbs were missing from lamps, lights didn’t work in many of the rooms and outdoor spaces. Trash was left in trash cans inside the house with no trash bags. The house sleeps 12 but there was not enough soap/shampoo/conditioner/toilet paper to accommodate that many. The bugs were out of control but it’s completely fair that it is to be expected at the location due to the water but it felt as if they could have done citronella or had the property sprayed. The hot tub didn’t really get hot and we were there in December. There was trash in the cupboards that had been left by prior guests. An empty box where trash bags used to be. I’m writing this so the owner sees this review and can work with the property management team directly. We bought a lot of things to furnish the house that should have already been there for us. The house has a lot of promise but needs to be managed better.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristine A., LAKEWOOD

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
We loved it! We are planning next year already. The grounds are amazing. We loved the wildlife! No one wanted to go out! Such a unique beautiful property. Plenty of room for 9 adults. We also found mirnas cuban food. Very close and delicious. Great location. Kala responded very promptly to all my crazy texts. Thank you bay house!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022