Sailor's Retreat is your Palmetto haven with stunning water views. Dip into the private pool, take a kayak for a spin on the Manatee River from the home’s boat dock, or explore 2 outdoor dining areas and a charming children’s bedroom.
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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10134 sq m
Popular amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
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Pool, Dock & Kayaks: Waterfront Palmetto Home
Be amazed by stunning water views when you stay at 'Sailor's Retreat,' a 3-bedroom, 2-bath vacation rental in Palmetto, Florida. Take a kayak for a spin on the Manatee River, directly from the home’s boat dock, or dip in the private pool. Later, prepare a meal in the spacious dream kitchen. This home also features 2 outdoor dining areas, 4 flat-screen TVs, and a charming children’s bedroom. Going out? Cast a line at a nearby fishing charter, hit the beach, or visit a museum!
-- THE PROPERTY --
Family Friendly | Stunning Water Views | Large Kitchen | Near Fishing Charters | 3 Mi to The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature | Fishing/Boat Trips May Be Available Upon Request
Bedroom Suite: King Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: 3 Twin Bunk Beds | Additional Sleeping: Pack ‘n Play
OUTDOOR LIVING: Private outdoor pool (depth 3’-6.5’), boat dock w/ boat slip (3 boats), kayaks, paddle boards, life jackets, 2 outdoor dining areas w/ umbrellas, large backyard, patio, lounge furniture INDOOR LIVING: Smart TVs, piano, stereo, DVD player, movies, ceiling fans, walk-in closet, board games, books KITCHEN: 2 wall ovens, stove, refrigerator, 2 microwaves, 2 dishwashers, dishware/flatware, cooking basics, spacious counters, 2 breakfast bars, wine cooler, spices, coffee maker, toaster, Crockpot, blender, ice maker, water filter, high chair GENERAL: Free WiFi, central air conditioning/heat, towels/linens, washer/dryer, laundry detergent, iron/board, hangers, hair dryers, trash bags/paper towels, keyless entry FAQ: 1 step to enter, single-story home, grab rails in bathrooms, 2 exterior security cameras (facing out) PARKING: Driveway (4 vehicles max), boat parking allowed on-site, no parking on grass, no garage access
-- THE LOCATION --
NEARBY FISHING: Owner's Fishing Charter (on-site), Captain Rachel (0.7 miles), Florida Fishing Charters (2 miles), Green Bridge Fishing Pier (4 miles), Tailing Tales Fishing Charter (7 miles) OUTDOOR RECREATION: Palmetto Historical Park (2 miles), Emerson Point Preserve (3 miles), DeSoto National Memorial Park (9 miles), Terra Ceia Preserve State Park (9 miles), Palma Sola Botanical Park (10 miles), Myakka River State Park (34 miles) THINGS TO SEE: Manatee County Agricultural Museum (2 miles), The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature (3 miles), Riverwalk (3 miles), The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art (12 miles), Sarasota Jungle Gardens (13 miles), Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium (19 miles), Point of Rocks (23 miles) BEACHES: Anna Maria Public Beach (12 miles), Manatee Public Beach (12 miles), Cortez Beach (14 miles), Coquina Beach (15 miles), Longboat Key (18 miles), Siesta Key (22 miles) AIRPORT: Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (14 miles)
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-- POLICIES --
- No smoking - No pets allowed - No events, parties, or large gatherings - Must be at least 25 years old to book - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in - NOTE: This property requires 1 step to enter - NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 2 exterior security cameras located in the backyard facing the boat docks. The cameras are outward facing and do not look into interior spaces. The cameras are motion activated and will actively record video while guests are in residence - NOTE: Activities such as kayaking, paddle boarding, boating, etc are done at the guest's risk - NOTE: If guests are interested in booking a fishing or boating trip, please reach out to the Guest Contact prior to arrival
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Heated pool
Private pool
Internet
Available in the house: Internet access
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Ice maker
Microwave
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Living spaces
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Stereo
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Garden
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Location highlights
Near the ocean
On the waterfront
Things to do
Heated pool
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating 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)
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
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 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
About the neighborhood
Located in Palmetto, this vacation home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Coquina Beach and Bradenton Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature and Manatee Performing Arts Center. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking and motor boating adventures can be found near the property. Visit our Palmetto travel guide
Is Pool, Dock & Kayaks: Waterfront Palmetto Home pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Pool, Dock & Kayaks: Waterfront Palmetto Home?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Pool, Dock & Kayaks: Waterfront Palmetto Home?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Pool, Dock & Kayaks: Waterfront Palmetto Home located?
This family-friendly Palmetto vacation home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Manatee County Agricultural Museum and Palmetto Historical Park. Emerson Point Preserve and Bradenton Area Convention Center are also within 3 mi (5 km).
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Pool, Dock & Kayaks: Waterfront Palmetto Home Reviews
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Overall the house was great. The beds were surprisingly comfortable and the house had everything we needed, but the best part was the amazing view looking over the water. The pool was great as well, really loved the house.
Perfect waterfront property with endless activities to enjoy the water. The pool was refreshing and the views of the water are amazing, definitely recommended for all!
Plenty of room for the 8 of us. The backyard view was beautiful and we got to see dolphins! The pool was amazing and everyone in the family enjoyed it. Definitely would be a place we would go back to.
Everything was exactly as advertised and the property was great! The dock was awesome for our boats and we all enjoyed our stay very much. The owner stopped by for a few minutes, she was very friendly and made us feel very welcomed. Great rental, we would definitely like to rent it again!
Dillon R.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Samuel
7 March 2025
Relaxing on the River
It was a lovely home. With a wonderful kitchen (although we never used it!) and a great backyard with the River view was very relaxing. We saw a couple Dolphins and we had a few birds hang out with us in the backyard. Quite neighborhood, easy to get into Bradenton for spring training games.
We really enjoyed our stay in this beautiful home! The location is fantastic and the view is spectacular. We enjoyed taking the kayaks out, exploring the neighborhood and observing local wildlife. A rare find!
This home is a Beautiful gem hidden in a nice neighborhood. Easy access to main roads and convenience. Kitchen is designed for the home cooker and the pool is a plus in this Florida heat.
State of the art deck with plenty of space for fishing.
Everything and more. Very pleasant stay, wish itcould have been longer. Breakfast on dock in morning with several dolphins swimming back and forth, jumping out of the water next to us. Enough said!
We loved the large kitchen and big table which was why we chose this place. We were coming to FL to visit our family and had a nice dinner and game night with room for all 11 of us at the table. The paddle boards and kayaks were great. We loved using those. Only thing we wished was that the fishing poles were in working condition as that was another reason we chose this place. But over all it was really great. We would stay there again.
Outstanding view. Dock was well designed and could accommodate large and small boats. Covered fish cleaning station - a real luxury
House could sleep 6 kids in bunk beds and 4 adults in two bedrooms
Charles W.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified
6/10 Okay
Brian M.
21 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Great Fishing spot
The cleaning lady was very nice and the home was pleasant. If you want Pina Colladas bring your blender as the one there had no jar. If you love an extremely soft bed then you will be happy, if you have a bad back you're probably better off on the couch. The pier and fish cleaning station is awesome, caught a lot of catfish and something really big that took our pole.
Brian M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sarah
27 April 2024
Gorgeous Property!
We enjoyed our stay at “ Sailors’s Retreat” over spring break! The backyard view on the water is breathtaking! Very private and quiet. Kids enjoyed hoping out of the pool and grabbing their fishing poles and fishing off the dock. House was very well equipped with everything we needed, including pool towels. Saw dolphins every morning too! Drove to AMI for a beach day. Recommend parking at Coquina Beach by 9:30am for tons of free parking. Utilized the trolley as well to head up north to Bridge Street from Coquina which was a great way to save $ on parking. All in all a great week!
Opportunities
-Beds need replaced, as not comfortable in both main rooms
-Pool heater only worked 2 nights of the 6 nights we stayed
-toilet paper and trash bags were not supplied
-sprinklers ran every evening
-kitchen supplies were limited and hard to find (not organized) ex: no tin foil, no good usable spices,
-t.v.s were very hard to get to work
-outdoor furniture and interior couch needs replaced
Positives
-beautiful location
-beautiful pool
-great dock
-owners were responsive with communication
-lots of amenities
The home is very comfortable. The air conditioning keeps the house cool and the king bed is very comfortable (there were only two of us). The kitchen is huge and has everything you need. The pool is large and the docks were great for fishing. There are lots of fish there. I used live shrimp and just dropped the line by the dock; no casting necessary. I caught several grey snappers and a yellow tail . I also had my line busted once and cut once by some large fish. Suggest using steel leaders. You can also catch all the catfish you want by casting and staying close to the bottom using a float. If you use a sinker you will hit bottom and collect a whole lot of moss. We look forward to staying here again.
George G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
K. Lor
18 June 2024
Beautiful piece of paradise on the water!
Beautiful property on the waterfront in Palmetto, Florida. Best part about it is the water and fishing dock. Lots of fish coming through from the ocean. There is even a cleaning station for when you catch something. Pool is very nice, and conveniently equipped with inflatables. Kayaks are also available although we didn’t make use of them. Maintenance comes by often to keep the pool clean. Lots of beach towels. Very well stocked kitchen for all your cooking needs. Adequate seating for larger groups. Multiple beds making it a perfect fit or families traveling with small children. Location is excellent, in a less busy and quiet area, yet easy access to Bradenton and Anna Maria, as well as St. Pete and Clearwater. We liked to go in the evenings when the beach is less busy and the weather is cooler. Owners are very accommodating, easy to work with, and make every attempt to to fix any mishaps. We will book again in the future! Thank you for having us!
This house and it’s location was a dream! The kitchen had two sinks, two dishwashers and almost two of everything else with a drop dead water view. The dock left us speechless with how big it was. It had multiple parts and the lower level made it easy to drop the kayaks in with my teens. The kayaks are provided and you just have to get them from the garage to the dock which was easy with the fence gate. We even saw dolphins! The pool was gorgeous and changed colors at night. They even had solar powered adorable/cool lawn lights at night. It was easy to get to great restaurants and Instacart delivered our groceries including adult beverages right to the front door. Easy to get to Sarasota. The couch was perfect and cozy. Linens/Bedding/Towels were very nice. It was a short 4 night, 3 day day stay for a college tour and my kids didn’t want to leave. The owners were super helpful and the instruction book was great. When we did my daughter put her hand on the front door and said, “Goodbye beautiful house!”
Waterfront with great views, enjoyed fishing from dock with family and nice pool. Family really enjoyed this vacation! Nice location near beaches and entertainment. Double everything in the kitchen with two sinks, two dishwashers and double oven.. more than you need. Check in was easy and Host was very responsive. Great time!
Beautiful home and a great location! New boat lift was a pleasant surprise as we brought our boat to spend the weekend on the water. Home is fully stocked with everything you need. The pool is great to enjoy with stunning views of the bay. Check in and check out was simple. We will definitely be back!
Janet G.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Katie
22 July 2025
House was amazing!
The house was everything we needed and more. The location is great, only 45 min-hour from every direction we were wanting to visit. the beds was very comfortable. The kitchen is very well stocked with all dishes you would need; you do need to supply your own seasonings and such. We would definitely stay again!