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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
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Premier Sports Campus at Lakewood Ranch
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, IMG Academy
    ‪24 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 - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Riverwalk - 7 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • LECOM Park - 11 min drive - 6.3 miles
  • Premier Sports Campus at Lakewood Ranch - 18 min drive - 16.2 miles
  • IMG Academy - 24 min drive - 11.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Wawa - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Shake Station - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬13 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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 Riverwalk and Ellenton Premium Outlets within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Open Water Home with lots of dolphin and manatee sightings. Boat docking.?

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.

What do couples enjoy most about Open Water Home with lots of dolphin and manatee sightings. Boat docking.?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this historic vacation home include a jetted bathtub and a smart TV in each house, and some feature ocean view.

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

No, but this vacation home offers jetted bathtubs in all house.

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

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 house at Open Water Home with lots of dolphin and manatee sightings. Boat docking. comes with a patio and some offer ocean views.

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

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 126 out of 157 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 157 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 157 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 157 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 157 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Bonnie L., Lancaster, PA

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026

8/10 Good

Matthew D.

Liked: Cleanliness
We adored the home and it met all our needs. Had a cat fish carnival with fishing and breezy days hanging out off the point even had a small fire for roasting marshmallows. Location was great for a family stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026

6/10 Okay

Marian D.

The property has a beautiful view and we loved sitting on the lanai. The rest of the home was a could have used a little TLC. Little things like toilet paper holder falling off the wall. No instructions or welcome booklet with suggestions for restaurants or things to do in the area. The worst problem we had was the master bedroom which had a totally different bed then shown in the photos. The bed was on a platform that was practically on the floor and very hard to get in and out of. We wound up switching to the other bedroom which only had a full size bed. Also, we could have used some nightlights for the bathroom and instructions on how to use the tv!
Master bedroom. Not as shown in photos
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026

8/10 Good

Barb C.

Liked: Cleanliness
We travel with our dog. The property is not fenced in, but we knew that when we booked this home. We chose it for the view and that did not disappoint. The neighborhood is quiet and the neighbors are friendly. Lots of flea markets and antique shops to enjoy. Anna Maria's Oyster Bar is excellent and four minutes down the road (dog friendly)! It was a nice escape from the cold North.
Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Claire W.

Liked: Cleanliness
We've stayed here two years in a row now. Perfect location to beaches, reserves and MLB spring training games. The property is lovely.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

S M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful view of Manatee river. Close to good restaurants and house was exactly as described. Recommended!!
Evening picture out the back.
Restaurant just down the road.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026

4/10 Poor

Cordiayo

Liked: Cleanliness
If you are just staying here, not looking to have an event, You can ignore my review.it's beautiful and we did see dolphins during our ceremony. Now I'll share my experience.Whoever was messaging on the VRBO would not respond unless i triple texted. Didn't respond for months also my wife messaged her too and she didn't respond ever. She only eventually responded to me a few weeks out from the event at their home since I payed for it. On the VRBO it said weddings allowed with guest up to 20 then above with a pre-approval & fee. Of course the lady on messaging VRBO didn't get back until it was much too late to cancel my wedding.Homeowner called me, he was a great guy, but said that parties up to 20 weren't even allowed!! He said that weddings weren't permitted either?Then they decided to charge me an additional 500 dollars? Mind you on the VRBO listing it says you can.Of course my bride didn't know but it surely stressed me out because there was a large chance we would have to be kicked out he told me!!!! ON MY WEDDING. 20 minutes before the ceremony. If you've planned a wedding before you know the endless toil that goes into it. It would've absolutely destroyed my bride.But thank my Lord for protecting my wedding. But if you don't have Jesus to protect you, I do not recommend having an event or wedding here because you will be billed greatly & most likely kicked out. Thanks to the homeowner for letting me continue, and for being a great guy.Jesus has you always.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lora D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful view of the river. The home was very clean and we thoroughly enjoyed the sun porch that was open from the living area.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kathy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful view and nice house
Fun fire pit
Views
Views
Views
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

Lesa K.

Disliked: Cleanliness
I had no issues with the host. She was very nice once we connected.As for the property if you look it up you will see it was for sale 5 years ago before being taken off the market. Not that this matters but the pictures they used for the potential sale 5 years ago are the same pictures they are currently using to advertise the rental today. It is in MUCH different condition. The master bed mattress lays on the floor with some sort of frame around it and the mattress is disgustingly stained! Pictures included in this review. The master shower had multiple travel size soaps left in it and there was hair on the shelf in shower. Master bath had an empty bottle of hand soap & toilet seat kept falling off. Closet has multiple pillows just thrown on the floor. The living room couch is extremely disgusting. Multiple stains on it! Also including pix in this review. I laid a blanket over the entire couch before I would let my grandbaby near it. There was an instant awful odor as soon as we arrived and walked in the door. We immediately went to store for air fresheners. As for the kitchen no dish soap but it is supplied with pans plates & cups. It clearly was once a beautiful home but currently needs a lot of TLC. If all you care about is the view it is spectacular! I for one would never rent again.
Master bedroom mattress
Living room sofa
Kitchen cupboard
Spare pillows on floor in closet
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Melanie, Lakeland

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

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

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