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Bayfront Palmetto Retreat with Pool, Spa & Dock!

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Property grounds
Exterior
4 bedrooms, laptop workspace, Internet, bed sheets
TV
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space

About this property

Entire place

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

Bayfront Palmetto Retreat with Pool, Spa & Dock!

Turquoise waters and sugary-white sands await when you book this Palmetto vacation rental! Complete with a private pool, outdoor dining area, and incredible views of the Terra Ceia Bay, this abode has everything you need for an unforgettable vacation. Spend your days fishing at the Bradenton Riverwalk, soak up the sun at Manatee Public Beach, or explore the Emerson Point Preserve. After a day of adventure, retreat to this 4-bed, 2-bath home and watch your favorite movies on the Smart TV!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Pets Allowed | Enclosed Yard | Fishing Nearby | Step-Free Access | 2,000 Sq Ft

Ideally situated near local beaches, great fishing spots, and attractions, this spacious home is the perfect getaway for beach enthusiasts and snowbirds seeking a hassle-free stay in the Sunshine State!

Bedroom 1: King Bed l Bedroom 2: King Bed l Bedroom 3: Queen Bed | Bedroom 4 (Office): Queen Bed

OUTDOOR LIVING: Lanai w/ private pool & spa, gas grill, & dining area, deck w/ lounge chairs, beach chairs, paddleboards, kayaks, & bicycles available, enclosed yard
INDOOR LIVING: Smart TVs w/ Roku, formal dining table, laptop-friendly workspace, ceilings fans, picture windows
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, cooking basics, drip coffee maker, toaster oven, blender, toaster, dishware & flatware, ice maker
GENERAL: Free WiFi, linens & towels, washer/dryer, A/C & central heating, partial gym in garage
FAQ: Optional nightly pool heat fee (paid pre-trip, applied to entire stay), pet fee (paid pre-trip)
PARKING: Driveway (4 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

FUN IN THE SUN: Riverwalk (5.4 miles), Terra Ceia State Park (6.6 miles), Emerson Point Preserve (7.1 miles), DeSoto National Memorial Park (11.7 miles), Manatee Public Beach (14.2 miles), Anna Maria Public Beach (14.2 miles)
EDUCATIONAL: The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature (5.0 miles), Gamble Plantation Historic State Park (5.2 miles), Manatee Village Historical Park (6.1 miles)
EVENTS: Palmetto’s Manatee County Fairgrounds (3.3 miles), Bradenton Area Convention Center (4.2 miles)
AIRPORT: Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (14.5 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ fee
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: There is an optional pool heat fee of $20/night (+ fees & taxes, paid pre-trip, applied to entire stay)
- NOTE: This property features a pool with no security gate and may not be suitable for young children
- This property has a strict maximum occupancy of 10 guests. If found in violation of the maximum occupancy, a $250 fee will be charged

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Private pool
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Limited on-site parking (max 4 spaces)
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster
  • Toaster oven

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Lanai
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Laptop workspace

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Fishing nearby
  • Motor boating 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

General

  • Unit size: 2,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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 are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that 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

Property is also known as

NEW! Stunning Bayfront Retreat w/Pool, Spa & Dock Palmetto
440205

About the area

Map
Palmetto, Florida

What's nearby

  • Bradenton Area Convention Center - 7 min drive
  • The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature - 10 min drive
  • LECOM Park - 10 min drive
  • Riverwalk - 11 min drive
  • IMG Academy - 20 min drive

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Corporate Ladder Brewing Company - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bayfront Palmetto Retreat with Pool, Spa & Dock! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bayfront Palmetto Retreat with Pool, Spa & Dock!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bayfront Palmetto Retreat with Pool, Spa & Dock!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bayfront Palmetto Retreat with Pool, Spa & Dock! located?

Located in Bay Colony, this holiday home is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Felts Audubon Preserve and within 6 miles (10 km) of Madira Bickel Mound State Archaeological Site and Manatee County Agricultural Museum. Bradenton Area Convention Center and Terra Ceia Preserve State Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Bayfront Palmetto Retreat with Pool, Spa & Dock! Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Judy K.

Liked: Cleanliness
On the Bay
We loved our stay on the bay. Beautiful views, picturesque sunsets, and quiet neighborhood. It had everything we needed to create the perfect peaceful vacation.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Annette C., St. Johns, Florida

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Bay House
We really enjoyed our stay. We arrived after the guests before us had a giant party so had to deal with the fallout of this happening. Dave worked very hard to make everything right asap. Amazing sunsets!! Doc needs to be redone and new SUPs are needed as the ones there put fiberglass into our skin. Proximity to AMI is wonderful. Had a great time with family and our pups too!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing!
We really enjoyed our stay here! The location was perfect, and not a crowded beach area which is what we wanted. The pool and hot tub were so great to use, as well as the dock for fishing and magnet fishing for our kids. The best were very comfortable, and we really enjoyed the TVs in app the locations. The AC was ice cold, and the covered patio area was a dream. We had plenty of towels, beach towels, bedding, pillows, ect. There were plenty of necessities stocked in the kitchen and pantry to make it feel just like home to us. The only downfall to our stay was a neighbor (2 men) knocking on the door to ask if they could go look at the boat on the property. Supposedly they had permission from the owner of the house, but it made us uncomfortable. We declined for our safety, and they left cordially. We would stay again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark C.

Liked: Cleanliness
amazing views
If you are looking for fancy and perfect this house may not be your best choice, but if you like simple and clean with an absolutely stunning view of the bay and sunsets, you should consider this. We paid a little extra for pool heat but it was REALLY heated well and the hot tub was wonderful. The manager was very accessible when we needed some help figuring out the pool. The dock is not in the best shape but we caught all types of fish from it and lots of hours spent out there. Quiet neighborhood. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet neighborhood and amazing view!
This house wasvery clean and had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. The neighborhood is super quiet and the view is breathtaking! This is a great place to get away and just relax! We enjoyed spending time on the back patio, swimming in the pool, watching sunsets, and fishing feom the dock!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Sharon S., Tallahassee, FL

Disliked: Cleanliness
Some Good and Some Bad
We really liked the location. Spent a lot of time in pool and boys fishing although only caught catfish! Saw dolphins and a stingray and a manatee and lots of fish. We had a few issues at first. Doug, the owner, was very responsive. We had two major issues: 1. Although the house was pretty outdated we were okay with that because we liked the location. However, because of the price we were paying, over $3000 for the week, we would have expected a more organized house. This house had all kinds of random stuff in drawers and cabinets and closets. It just felt junky. The sheets were so thin, thought they were going to rip easily. Bedspread in master had a big hole in it. There was trash in trash cans when we arrived. 2. Evolve was very unresponsive. We tried to add an extra day. Two months later we got a response. We asked about taking a dog and waited for a response regarding the fee. We got an email from Evolve on Tuesday after we arrived at the rental house. We will never rent through Evolve again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Maya T.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Great views, property needs a bit TLC
Great location and beautiful views. Unfortunately the pool was filled with algae and we had to wait 2 days for the pool guy to show up, which didn’t help until his second visit. With only a 5 day stay we didn’t get to enjoy it, sadly that was the feature that brought us to this property. Bathrooms also needed additional cleaning before we were comfortable using them with significant amount of mold growing in showers and shower courtains. Overall a bit disappointed…3 of 5 stars
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cinthia A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Simply the best
The house is super cozy and we could find everything we need there. The view from all parts of the house is breathtaking. The pool is great as well as the spa. Doug assisted me with the pool and spa temp anytime I needed. He is a wonderful host. The best part of the whole trip... The sunset. Never have I seen so beautiful sunsets in my entire life. Just sitting on the pier and watching the spectacle. It was a great experience for me and my family and friends.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed our stay!
Lots of room and we were very comfortable. It was great to have the dock for fishing. The outdoor tv was a nice surprise - fun watching hockey playoffs from the hot tub. Really enjoyed the quiet mornings on the water. Thx for sharing your place.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent place
Very relaxing and easy to deal with. Will stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

D Sue C., Champaign Illinios

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing house with a fantastic location! Very private and quiet!!!!
We had a fantastic 3 weeks! Kitchen had everything we needed. Nice setup for 2 couples (bedrooms were on opposite sides the house) .Very quiet and private;even when we were on the dock! We spent the majority of our time in the Lanai where there was comfortable seating to watch TV, table to eat all our meals, and a fantastic heated pool & Spa. Enjoyed fishing of the dock. Great time was had by all!
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2022

6/10 Okay

GARY J l.

Disliked: Cleanliness
The place was a mess when we arrived!
There was a screw up between the owner and the cleaning crew, so we we opened the door after traveling from around the country, we found trash, dirty dishes and unmade beds. We spent the first three hours cleaning and doing laundry. The owner was nice but made no offers to compensate us. Overall the house is in generally declining sate, but the location generally makes up for it. But since the rates went up 40% since our previous stay, it's just not worth it. If you want a house with mismatched furniture, dirty carpets, a messy garage, junk in every drawer, etc but has a great view, this is for you.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian P., Orlando, Florida

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
Place was great needs some upgrading loved fishing off the dock family did as well would come again but see prices have gone way up so we will see.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Krista B.

Great summer trip!
We had a great time at the house on the bay. The house was great for 9 of us, room for us all to gather and enough rooms to have space!! Pool was fabulous We enjoyed the sunsets! Few minor issues but host and owner both were easy to get ahold of and took care of things!!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

6/10 Okay

Joe W.

TLC
Some tlc is needed but great location. No instructions on how to work the pool.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susanne M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Vacation home
We were very impressed with the property, pool, dock and even the neighbors! They were very friendly and kind. It was the perfect getaways for us and we are planning on booking it again for the same time next year. It had everything you could think of. We loved it. The reason I only gave 1 star for communication with the property manager was because I was unable to contact him before or during our stay-nothing important. I just wanted to notify the owners that they had a delivery from Amazon and I had put the box next to the table by the front door. The phone number and email address must be updated as I tried to email him to ask a question and it kept bouncing back. But overall highly recommended! 5 out of 5 stars!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Adrien K.

Liked: Cleanliness
We will be back!!!
This house was awesome definitely one of my favorites I have ever booked. Breathtaking views. Close to beaches including Madeira my absolute favorite. The house was clean, spacious, and had everything you could need while on vacation. The overview needs updated. It is no longer a sleeper sofa in the office it’s another queen bed. Sleeps 8 comfortably. There are two couches in the living room but not sleepers. We stayed during tropical storm eta. Doug the owner was beyond amazing with making sure we were ready for the storm. And the neighbors around us really took us under their wing. If you are a sunset fan this is your house you will not be disappointed. My kids 9 and 5 loved the dolphins, the pool, seeing all the fish around the dock, the banana, and coconut trees in the front yard. When we arrived we were a little confused how to turn on the pool/spa normally it’s been a knob on the wall this house has a remote in the dining room. Which I think should be on the welcome email 🤣🤣 for us northerners. Thank you Doug and sharron for an amazing and eventful vacation.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Steffany G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family reunion
House has plenty of room for 4 couples. Outdoor living area and view were amazing! We had a great time and we definitely rent this property again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Philip B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolute Gem!
Clean, comfortable, spacious! This house was a great find. The place was clean when we arrived, all of the appliances worked and the beds were comfortable. The house is situated right on the water, with a dock extending out. The kids enjoyed watching the dolphins, sting rays and manatees up close. It was a great lesson in marine biology and the ecosystem of the bay, so I didn't feel so guilty taking them out of school for the week. The house is situated away from the tourist spots on the islands, so the neighborhood was nice and peaceful. I would certainly recommend this house to other families. We will look to book this again in the near future if it is available! Great place!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020