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Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, cookware/dishes/utensils
Property grounds
1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, books
Shower, towels, soap, shampoo
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Entire house boat

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 313 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Sarasota, FL
  • Popular LocationSarasota Classic Car Museum4 min drive
  • Popular LocationJohn and Mable Ringling Museum of Art5 min drive
  • AirportSarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)6 min drive
  • Popular LocationIMG Academy9 min drive

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7 June - 8 June
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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
  • University of South Florida Sarasota - 4 min drive
  • John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art - 5 min drive
  • Sarasota Jungle Gardens - 6 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
  • Salem's Gyro & Subs - 3 min drive
  • Red Lobster - 3 min drive
  • Anna Maria Oyster Bar - 3 min walk
  • Scalawags - 4 min drive

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

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Spices

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Boat on site
  • Golf on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Water sports equipment on site
  • 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 sq ft (13 sq m)

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