At Sip And Sea you'll be 2.9 km (1.8 mi) from Anna Maria Sound and 4 km (2.5 mi) from Palma Sola Botanical Park. Highlights at this beachfront houseboat include 11 beach bars, and in-room kitchenettes and balconies. .Spend the day at the beach where you'll find umbrellas. Plus you'll find gas grills and a picnic area. There's also self parking, along with the convenience of a free beach shuttle. .Within a 15-minute drive of this 3-property class Bradenton houseboat, attractions include Cortez Beach and IMG Academy.
Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 29 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 3 min drive
Starbucks - 4 min drive
Five Guys - 3 min drive
Panera Bread - 4 min drive
Subway - 3 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.
Sip And Sea
Beachfront houseboat with a beach shuttle
Sip And Sea offers its guests barbecue grills and a picnic area. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 11 beach bars. The front desk is open around the clock. Parking is available for a fee.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Bradenton houseboat.
5 guestrooms or units
11 bars on the beach
Towels for the beach
Umbrellas for the beach
BBQ grill(s)
Outdoor picnic space
Smoking in designated areas
Sip And Sea offers 5 air-conditioned accommodations, with free toiletries. Rooms open to balconies or patios. This Bradenton houseboat provides wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps) for a surcharge.
Accommodation at this 3-star houseboat has kitchenettes with stovetops and kitchenware and utensils.
Available in the accommodation: WiFi (USD 1 per day)
Parking and transport
Free beach shuttle
Parking on site (USD 3 per day)
Family friendly
Children's games
Kitchenette
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Hob
Dining
11 beach bars
Champagne service
Private picnics
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Outdoor areas
Balcony/patio
Dock
Gas grill
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Walkway to water
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Fee: USD 25 per pet per stay
Service animals exempt from fees
Suitability/Accessibility
No lift
Designated smoking areas
Services and conveniences
Proposal/romance packages
Things to do
Bicycle rentals
Horseback riding nearby
Scooter/moped rentals 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
5 units
Bicycle rentals
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in fee: USD 25.00 for check-in between 9:00 PM and midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Host will greet you, key retrieval
Pets
Pets: USD 25.00 per pet, per stay
Service animals are exempt from fees.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Payment types
Important information
Fees
Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:
Cash deposit for Spring Break: USD 250 per stay
Cleaning fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay.
We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
Fee for in-room wireless Internet: USD 1.00 per day (rates may vary)
Self-parking fee: USD 3.00 per day
Pet fee: USD 25.00 per pet, per stay
Service animals are exempt from fees
Late check-in fee: USD 25.00 for check-in between 9:00 PM and midnight
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, Union Pay, Carte Blanche and debit cards.
Property is also known as
Sip And Sea Houseboat
Sip And Sea Bradenton
Sip And Sea Houseboat Bradenton
Frequently asked questions
Is parking available at Sip And Sea ?
Yep, Sip And Sea has a self car park for USD 3.00 per day.
How much does it cost to stay at Sip And Sea ?
As of 11 June 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sip And Sea on 12 June 2025 start from AU$176.62, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Are there any beaches close to Sip And Sea ?
The closest beach to Sip And Sea is Cortez Beach (5.4 km).
What makes Sip And Sea a romantic place to stay?
A champagne service and romance packages, as well as private balconies in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Sip And Sea .
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Sip And Sea ?
No, Sip And Sea does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at Sip And Sea ?
Check-in begins at 5:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
Sip And Sea Reviews
Reviews
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Property conditions & facilities
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Reviews
2/10 Terrible
Victor
Business traveller
11 Mar 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stay away
What an absolute disaster! I booked this boat and I called the number no less than six times could not contact with anyone. Hotels.com did try to help me they could not contact anyone. So at 6 o’clock at night I was left with no place to stay and no one contacted me. I am sitting here the next day and no one has ever reached out to me. I lost my money. Hotels.com only gave me a $25 credit.
The water, lights and bathroom didn’t work. Also the linen and bedding were mildewed with spots. I didn’t get to check in until like 8 pm when the check in was supposed to be 5pm. No good communication with the property management.
My husband booked this for us last night for Valentines Day, we tried several times to call and message to let them know when we would arrive and had a few more questions, after many attempts we didn’t even go as you have to call them to get the key and they never answered or replied to us. This is non-refundable so we didn’t go and we have lost our money. After seeing the first review I’m not sure why this is offered on any site.
Nightmare! A sinking boat that is anchored in bay. Bilge pump kicks on every few minutes to pump the water out. It is disgusting! Wouldn’t take off shoes. 1st toilet full of pee, 2nd toilet full of poop and pee. This was because there was NO RUNNING WATER on the boat and this was because the battery that runs the water pump was dead. Host lied next day said it was because she forgot to tell me to turn some knob- If that were the case, Leo, the repair guy would have done that instead of trying to find a charged battery. You have to take a shuttle boat from ramp to boat which was not a problem but would have been nice if that was a little more clear in the description. The “outdoor parking” is the boat ramp parking lot that has zero lighting and is posted “no parking between sunset and sunrise”. The “heat” does not give off heat unless standing right in front of it. I woke up at 4 AM and could see my breath. There was nasty “water” in the vacuum cleaner leaking out onto the floor. I am only covering the safety issues, forget comfort. I promise I was trying to have the best attitude and thought it would be something fun and different. Offered to let me take a shower at the host’s house 2 miles away but at that point I was done. Brittney the host denied me a refund, even though I could not stay there the second night-no water. No on site dining, boat does not run, no way to lock yourself in, sleeps 2, and SO much more! Sleep in your car. Leo was a gentleman stuck in middle.