Debbie has everything you need or forgot to pack at her Tropical Oasis! We had a blast. After a long journey down from NC, and a one night adventure at Legoland, we finally arrived at our home away from home! It was so easy to get in and set up while the kids jumped in the pool immediately. Just the back yard and sunset view felt like the islands! Bradenton Beach, just across the street, was breath-takingly beautiful! Debbie has everything to make your beach day a cinch right at your fingertips. We loaded the beach wagon with chairs, boogie boards, sand toys, towels and an umbrella; Packed the cooler on wheels and enjoyed ourselves! The house is close enough and the community small and safe enough to go in for a few hours or just a quick break and leave your things without a worry in the world. We even saw Manatee swimming by! We explored the nearby beaches during our week's stay and enjoyed a boat excursion with Casey on Coastline Dolphin & Snorkeling. Anna Maria Island has so much to offer and is the perfect destination! Publix is less than a mile from the house, and there is a beach gear store on the way for anything you may need. Floridays Restaurant had the best Mahi and gorgeous view, but we mostly cooked at home. The kitchen was better equipped than mine and easy to get around while doing laundry and chatting with the family. The house has the best layout for entertaining. We loved the "florida room" patio for eating dinner as a family. It is just out the glass doors from the kitchen/dining room. You can peak down to the pool and watch the kids while cooking or the sunset while relaxing. We all fell in love with the hammock by the pool as well. All of the beds were comfy and the master suite is quite a treat with the floor to yourselves. Our oldest son now enjoys ping pong as it kept him busy when not relaxing watching tv!
I wish Debbie's Tropical Oasis was closer, and we would go back as soon as possible. But if we ever find ourselves in the area, we will definitely be back. She was more than hospitable and you can tell she really wants to make sure you enjoy every minute of your stay!
