Get the best of both worlds with this fully equipped waterfront escape - whether it be boating through the canal or hitting one of the picturesque nearby beaches! Boasting 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, a private hot tub, and direct bay access, this vacation rental ensures both adventure and leisure for your stay. Opt for a night in with your friends and family and take advantage of the gas grill and fire pit or explore the many sights and sounds in beautiful downtown Bradenton. -- THE PROPERTY -- Outdoor Entertainment Space | Lanai w/ Pool | Nearby Beaches Perfect for all our ocean lovers and marine life aficionados, this ideally located vacation spot is close to the beach and allows for great fishing off your private dock with a fish cleaning station! Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: Queen Sleeper Sofa OUTDOOR LIVING: Lanai w/ pool, hot tub, gas fire pit, gas grill, private dock, outdoor dining set, front patio w/ Adirondack chairs KITCHEN: Fully equipped w/ cooking basics, stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, breakfast bar w/ seating, drip coffee maker, toaster, blender, tea kettle, spices INDOOR LIVING: 2 Smart TVs, wet bar, board games, dining table, ceiling fans GENERAL: Free WiFi, washer/dryer, laundry detergent, towels/linens, complimentary toiletries, hair dryer, trash bags/paper towels, beach gear + toys, central heating/air conditioning, long-term renters welcome FAQ: Exterior security cameras (home entrances), pool (depth 4’ - 7’) SUITABILITY: Step-free access, may not be suitable for children (no fence around pool, direct water access) PARKING: Driveway (3 vehicles) -- THE LOCATION -- BEACHES: Cortez Beach (3.5 miles), Coquina Beach (4.6 miles), Anna Maria Public Beach (5.3 miles), Manatee Public Beach (5.4 miles), Beer Can Island (5.4 miles), Longboat Key (12.4 miles) OUTDOOR RECREATION: DeSoto National Memorial Park (5.8 miles), Palma Sola Botanical Park (6.3 miles), Robinson Preserve (6.5 miles), Riverwalk (7.7 miles), Jiggs Landing (12.8 miles), Emerson Point Preserve (12.9 miles) ATTRACTIONS: IMG Academy (4.5 miles), Smugglers Cove Adventure Park (4.7 miles), Red Barn Plaza Flea Market (7.1 miles), The Bishop Museum of Science & Nature (7.6 miles), Mixon Fruit Farms (8.9 miles), The John & Mable Ringling Museum of Art (10.3 miles), Sarasota Jungle Gardens (11.7 miles), Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium (15.5 miles), Bradenton Motorsports Park (23.0 miles) GOLF: Timber Creek Golf Course (2.3 miles), Manatee County Golf Course (3.2 miles), Pinebrook Ironwood Golf Course (3.8 miles) DOWNTOWN SARASOTA (13.8 miles): Art galleries, concert venues, parks, museums, mini golfing AIRPORT: Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport (10.6 miles) -- REST EASY WITH US -- Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you’ll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we’ll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we’ll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome--because we know what vacation means to you. -- 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: Your safety matters. This property features 2 exterior security cameras, facing the front door and back door. They do not look into interior spaces - NOTE: Because the pool is not fenced and the backyard has direct water access, the property might not be suitable for young children; adult supervision is recommended - NOTE: The boat slip and jet ski/dock are not available for guest use - NOTE: The wood-burning fireplace is not available for guest use