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Open Water Home with lots of dolphin and manatee sightings. Boat docking.

Waterfront vacation home with kitchen and patio

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Smart TV
Sun loungers, beach towels
Interior
Smart TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81601 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Ellenton, FL
  • Place, Judah P. Benjamin Confederate Memorial at Gamble Plantation Historic State Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, LECOM Park
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, IMG Academy
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Ellenton

Located within a leisurely stroll of Judah P. Benjamin Confederate Memorial at Gamble Plantation Historic State Park, this vacation home is within a few miles (5 km) of Ellenton Premium Outlets. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a dining area.
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What's nearby

  • Judah P. Benjamin Confederate Memorial at Gamble Plantation Historic State Park - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Riverwalk - 7 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • LECOM Park - 11 min drive - 5.5 miles
  • Premier Sports Campus at Lakewood Ranch - 18 min drive - 14.7 miles
  • IMG Academy - 21 min drive - 10.8 miles

Getting around

  • Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wawa - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Shake Station - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Woody's River Roo - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Open Water Home with lots of dolphin and manatee sightings. Boat docking.

Adorable Coastal Home; Boats can be kept on seawall or side yard. Perfect location: close to beaches, and downtown Bradenton, Sarasota, and St. Petersburg - 45 min to downtown Tampa. Great nautical location, less than 25 minutes to open Gulf. Enjoy the Manatee river with the outdoor fire pit and cast a reel while enjoying the sunset views.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio. There's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms and a dining area. The bathroom offers a jetted tub and hair dryers. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,601 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Parties over 20 require preapproval and a fee.

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

Events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Parties and events are allowed on site.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

Open Water Home Minutes Beaches Lakewood Ranch Sarasota St. Pete
Open Water Home Minutes Beaches Lakewood Ranch Sarasota St. Pete

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Ellenton within a short 12-minute walk of Judah P. Benjamin Confederate Memorial at Gamble Plantation Historic State Park. You'll also find Ellenton Premium Outlets and Riverwalk within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at this vacation home?

Yes, there is a garage.

Is this vacation home next to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Is Open Water Home with lots of dolphin and manatee sightings. Boat docking. good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this historic vacation home include a jetted bathtub and a kitchen in each accommodation with some featuring ocean views.

Does Open Water Home with lots of dolphin and manatee sightings. Boat docking. have a hot tub?

No, but all accommodations at this vacation home have jetted bathtubs.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ), which is 19.4 mi away (25 minutes by car). Another top airport is St. Petersburg, FL (SPG-Albert Whitted), which is located 27.9 mi away (31-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Open Water Home with lots of dolphin and manatee sightings. Boat docking.?

Yes, every accommodation at Open Water Home with lots of dolphin and manatee sightings. Boat docking. comes with a deck with some featuring ocean views.

Open Water Home with lots of dolphin and manatee sightings. Boat docking. Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 121 out of 146 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 146 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 146 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 146 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 146 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alan J.

Liked: Cleanliness
The location and convenience of the property were great for us. We were traveling into town for a gymnastics competition for our daughter a chose this location over the previous one due to the proximity to the event center. House was clean and had plenty of space for us and our small 10 lb dog.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lisa F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved our stay here. House was very clean and the location is perfect. Walking up to the sunrise and ending our day with a fire in fire pit were probably my favorite parts. A relaxing stay in a lovely waterfront home. Having a Host that’s very responsive with clear communication put my mind at ease with this rental. We plan to rent here again when at all possible!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Christy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location. Close to all the places we wanted to visit.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Meghan A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sunset and sunrise views are amazing. Such a relaxing and fun property. Spacious and great for entertaining a small or large group. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana T.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a great place - beautiful views and very comfortable accommodations. Will definitely be back
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Julie D., West Palm Beach

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Achint R. S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean nice spot on the water. Amazing views.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing house. We will for sure come back when we are in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nikki b.

Liked: Cleanliness
5/5 A Perfect Peaceful Getaway!Our stay at this home on the water in Ellenton was absolutely wonderful. The setting is serene and peaceful the kind of place where you instantly feel relaxed the moment you arrive. The house was spotless, beautifully maintained, and had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. We loved waking up to the tranquil water views and enjoying quiet evenings in the backyard. The host was incredibly accommodating and made sure every detail was just right. Highly recommend this little slice of paradise for anyone looking to unwind and recharge!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry W., Asheville, NC

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful view of the Manatee River convenient everything
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris A., Melbourne, Fl

Liked: Cleanliness
We travel quite a bit and this house is one of our new favorites! We homeschool and try to have eco trips at least once a week. In this house it was everyday! We caught fish and Blue Crabs right off the sea wall. You'll watch the sun rise and set over the Manatee River! Dolphins too. House was clean and easy to find. Convenient to parks and beaches. Places to eat are near as well. We would love to stay again!
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

ken t.

Liked: Cleanliness
Omg, what a view! Great location on the water. Close to attractions, beaches, etc. Clean house and a quiet neighborhood. We will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole S., Saint Augustine

Liked: Cleanliness
Our 2nd stay here. Home is just the perfect size and location on water is great, especially if you like fishing. Both sunrise and sunset. I’m sure we will stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josh

Liked: Cleanliness
Check in was very easy. The house was clean and cozy, had everything you could need inside. Gorgeous view of the river from the Glass Florida room with a ton of outdoor seating options to enjoy it. Boat ramp was nearby and we made the short trip to the canal to tie up at the seawall, but with multiple boat ramp options you can stay trailered and visit a new one every day.We would stay here again for sure.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Megan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
We only live about an hour away so it's really nice to have a spot like that that you can go to for a small getaway
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vince R., Cincinnati Ohio United States

Liked: Cleanliness

An amazing stay

Me and my fiancé enjoyed every minute of the house the pictures don’t do enough the quiet neighborhood the great location it was better than expected and the host was great with everything
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wally S., Winter haven, fl

Liked: Cleanliness

House on the water

Cozy,calming and a relaxing stay. The outside room was great. Got to see a few dolphins while relaxing outside. We will try and stay there again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful view of manatee river! Beautiful sunrises and sunsets

We have stayed at this property twice. Love the house, front porch all windows, view of manatee river is beautiful. Dolphins in the morning around 10:00 am. We will visit again in the fall.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Debbie H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Could use some TLC definitely not a good property for elderly people

We are elderly, so this property post difficulties for us. The bed in the master bedroom was impossible. The chairs around the large table in the lanai were almost too heavy to move and the outdoor chairs around the fire pit were too low to the ground.The property itself could definitely use some TLC. Also, some additional amenities such as power strips or charging stations,night lights. Some flat surface in the guest bedroom there was nowhere to put your bags or anything else as there were no tables or dressers.The view outside was wonderful, but the landscaping was void or in the front dead.Overall, we gave it a C. Certainly not worth the money spent.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

RICHARD G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing Getaway

Interior of house is very spacious and open. Especially like the enclosed patio with huge windows on three sides. Very nice furnishings and wall art. Front yard still has damaged palms from last hurricane, but that's incidental. Definitely recommend this listing.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Breathtaking!!

It was a perfect little spot! My family and I loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great view!

Lovely outlook being close to the water. The accommodation had everything we needed. Easy to find. A little way from St Pete’s but that suited us.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful place!

Very clean and exactly as advertised. We spent the month of February here and had a fabulous stay. Sunrises and sunsets were amazing. Super comfortable beds. Kristina was an excellent host. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 27 nights in Feb 2025

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