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Escape to The Bay House Retreat, a serene Fisherman's paradise with TWO docks and AMAZING sunsets. This gorgeous family home has 5 bedrooms and 4 baths, a large pool spa, two kayaks, Smart TVs with cable in most rooms and outdoor entertaining space perfect for BBQs or simply relaxing.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 123860 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer

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About this property

Bay House Retreat managed by Beach Retreats FL Anna Maria Island

  • 🌊 Bay House Retreat by Beach Retreats Vacation Rentals

    📍 Sarasota Bayfront – Near IMG Academy & Downtown Sarasota
    🏡 5 Bedrooms | 4 Bathrooms | Sleeps 12 | Heated Saltwater Pool | 2 Private Docks

    Welcome to Bay House Retreat, a luxurious bayfront escape offering over 4,000 sq. ft. of comfort and style. With breathtaking Sarasota Bay views, two private docks, and resort-style amenities, this spacious 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom home is perfect for family reunions, group getaways, or a peaceful waterfront retreat.

    🌟 Highlights

    Waterfront luxury with unobstructed Sarasota Bay views

    Sleeps up to 12 guests across 5 bedrooms

    Heated saltwater pool & spa overlooking the bay

    Two private docks for fishing, boating & sunsets

    Outdoor kitchen + BBQ grill with dining for 8

    Xbox ONE, board games, Smart TVs & outdoor cable

    Minutes to IMG Academy, SRQ Airport & downtown Sarasota

    Kayaks, water toys, and beach gear included

    🏡 Inside Your Retreat

    Bay House Retreat is designed for both relaxation and entertainment. Multiple living spaces, a private coffee bar upstairs, and large windows framing stunning bayfront views make this home ideal for gathering and unwinding.

    Bedroom Layout

    Master Suite: King bed, ensuite bath, bay views

    Bedroom 2: Two queen beds

    Bedroom 3: Queen bed

    Bedroom 4: Two twin beds

    Bedroom 5: Full bed

    4 bathrooms, including two with jetted tubs

    🌴 Outdoor Bayfront Paradise

    Step into your own slice of waterfront heaven:

    Heated saltwater pool & spa with panoramic views

    Two private docks for fishing, boating, or watching dolphins and manatees

    Outdoor kitchen with BBQ grill + seating for 8

    Plenty of lounge space for sunbathing & family gatherings

    Kayaks, beach chairs, towels, and water toys included (extra rentals available)

    🎣 Endless Fun & Adventure

    Pontoon boat rental available exclusively for guests (inquire for pricing)

    Outdoor games: Cornhole, basketball & more

    Minutes to beaches, golf, nature trails, and shopping

    Short drive to Mote Marine Aquarium, Ringling Museum & St. Armands Circle

    🚗 Parking & Accessibility

    Driveway parking for up to 6 vehicles

    No street parking permitted

    Boat lifts not available – pontoon rentals recommended for exploring

    📅 Booking & Cancellation

    Weekly rentals preferred (Saturday to Saturday) – flexible stays available on request

    No cancellation fees!
    Cancel 60+ days before arrival → Full refund
    Cancel within 60 days → No refund
    Extended stays & bookings $20,000+ → Full payment 90 days prior, non-refundable
    $500 deposit due at booking; balance due 60 days prior
    For reservations 21+ nights or $20,000+ → 10% deposit due at time of booking.
    Third party travel insurance cost is due at time of purchase
    Third-party travel insurance through Beach Retreats is non-refundable
    No changes permitted within 60 days of arrival or during stay
    We highly recommend cancelation insurance

    ✨ Whether you're planning a fishing trip, a family reunion, or simply a quiet waterfront escape, Bay House Retreat offers the perfect Sarasota Bay getaway.

    📩 Reserve now

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 private bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor entertainment area

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Golf
  • Heated pool
  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,860 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

About the area

Located in Bayshore Gardens, a neighbourhood in Bradenton, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. St. Armands Circle and Mall at University Town Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lido Beach and Coquina Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium, or check out an event or a game at IMG Bollettieri Tennis Academy. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and horse riding. Visit our Bradenton travel guide
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What's nearby

  • Closeup of the iconic Sunshine Skyway Bridge spanning the wide mouth of beautiful Tampa Bay in central Florida lit up in pink LED lights to commemorate Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
    IMG Academy
    7 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Sarasota_IMGBollettieriTennisAcademy_6128286-02
    IMG Bollettieri Tennis Academy
    7 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • State College of Florida
    4 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • IMG Golf Academy
    6 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • IMG Soccer Academy
    7 min drive - 2.2 miles

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    10 min drive

Restaurants

  • RaceTrac
    5 min drive
  • Chick Fil A
    5 min drive
  • Anna Maria Oyster Bar
    4 min drive
  • Taco Bell
    5 min drive
  • Duff's Original Buffet
    5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Bay House Retreat managed by Beach Retreats FL Anna Maria Island have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Bay House Retreat managed by Beach Retreats FL Anna Maria Island pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Bay House Retreat managed by Beach Retreats FL Anna Maria Island?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Bay House Retreat managed by Beach Retreats FL Anna Maria Island?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bay House Retreat managed by Beach Retreats FL Anna Maria Island?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bay House Retreat managed by Beach Retreats FL Anna Maria Island located?

This family-friendly Bradenton holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of State College of Florida and IMG Academy. IMG Soccer Academy and IMG Bollettieri Tennis Academy are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Bay House Retreat managed by Beach Retreats FL Anna Maria Island Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 61 out of 67 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 67 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 67 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 67 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 67 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tricia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was clean and well stocked. Great views, beautiful pool deck and comfortable beds! Also great communication throughout our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location on the bay, many birds and fish, both sunrise and sunset are visible from the house. House was clean and well stocked. We prepared Thanksgiving Dinner for family and had all that we needed and plenty of room.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Moe H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

bay stay

very nice home with many activities and things to do you can also rent a pontoon from the owner Christian very friendly and courteous
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous

Fantastic property on a perfect location. Will definitely try to book again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rick P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful spot, very clean

I stayed here with 8 friends on a golf / fishing trip and it was a really great spot. We had tons of space. The dock was great for fishing. The pool and yard were well kept and spacious I would highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home away from home

Comfortable home in a beautiful setting. We didn’t want to leave. Perfect for 2 families with preteens and teens to stay, have fun, relax, take in all that bay life has to offer
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Evan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning property

Our stay did not disappoint! The pool is incredible, the house itself is gorgeous, and the views are even better. 10/10!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jude L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Florida Retreat

This property is gorgeous from front to back and side to side. We fished, swam, walked the gardens, we even rented the pontoon boat and went to lunch, saw tons of dolphins! Highly recommend this site
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing house with even better views!

We could not be happier with our stay. The home was perfect for our large family and kids. The owner was awesome and came to the property and it was great hearing the history of the property. Pontoon boat on site was the biggest plus. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Review

This was a beautiful property, gorgeous location in excellent condition. The host was absolutely exceptional. There was a boat available. You could fish right off the property. It was a short drive to Ana Maria Island and all kinds of other beautiful beaches directly accessible from the boat that’s available to rent. Do not pass this one up.
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Spot

Our Team needed a place to spread out cool off and bee close to the race area. This was the perfect location. Everyone had they own area to do personal work as well as gather to discuss the race boat duties to get done for the next day.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mari B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing amenities and view

We spent a long weekend at this property with 9 of my girlfriends. This home had everything we needed. The kitchen is fully stocked, bathrooms with plenty of towels and lots of pool towels as well. The outdoor area is truly an oasis. Sunrises from one side of the house and sunsets from the other. I cannot recommend this home enough.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Time

Wonderful property, well stocked kitchen, spacious interior ... large landscaped yard with pool and use of kayaks. The owner allowed us to rent the pontoon boat and took the time to come over to show us details regarding same and where to go/dine from the water. Very responsive. Our family had a great get away - even teenagers weren't bored!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Friends and Family Wedding weekend

We had a wonderful week at the beautiful Bay House retreat! The home was beautiful, the grounds were stunning, and the owners responded so fast when we needed anything. We are definitely looking forward to staying here again...hopefully in warmer weather when we can enjoy the gorgeous pool and rent the boat. They truly thought of everything and we could not have been more appreciative. We loved it!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

anita c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Get-away

Exactly as listed...a beautiful home with everything we needed. Rented the pontoon boat and enjoyed a day on the water along with a stop at a restaurant for lunch. Pool was exactly what we needed, so relaxing along with floats. Evening hours spent playing games which were there. The owner was very helpful with any questions we had and very quick to respond. We will return.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise on the Water

Our stay which included teens, parents, grandparents and a friend was amazing! The house is perfect for our group of all ages…even better than the listing as you can never fully capture a gorgeous view in a photograph! The pool, fishing dock and pontoon boat rental made our stay adventure packed. The house is beautifully decorated and spacious for larger groups. The owner kindly extended our check-out time as we had a later flight and recommended some great places to eat. We all would absolutely recommend this property and are hopeful we can head back this way to stay again sometime in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Multigenerational Family Trip

Went to Sarasota for Graduation. Perfect home for 3 generations of family to stay. Beautiful property on a baby peninsula into the bay, island right across the way where birds came to roost for the night. Lovely to just sit and watch the bay, but also awesome pool and really enjoyed adding pontoon boat rental. Able to cook most meals at home. Great location for accessing Sarasota and Bradenton schools/restaurants/beaches but also didn’t have much desire to leave the house.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredible Family Vacation

We were a family of 9 ranging from 11-82 staying at the Bay House for a week. As a property manager in Maine, this was my first time on the guest side of renting and it's going to be hard to top; the home and property were simply incredible! Everything was clean, the views were amazing, and everyone had enough space to gather together or spread out and have some down time. The large windows and stone fireplace in the living room are gorgeous, and the large master shower/bath was definitely a favorite. Our 12 year old loved fishing off the dock for fish and for crabs. We rented the pontoon from the owner, he was great, so friendly and showed us where to navigate in the area and answered any questions we had. Can not recommend this property enough, the sunrises are just as good as the sunsets, and watching them from the pool and hot tub can't be beat! Hope to stay again in the future
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Loretta M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Family vacation

There were 11 of us that stayed at this house. Ages 8-72. We were very impressed with the views - and really enjoyed seeing the gulf of Mexico. There were always birds of all kinds to be seen and one day we saw dolphins out in the distance! We from MI weather and was looking forward to the 'heated" pool and "hot" tub. That being said - we were very disappointed with the the limited ability to enjoy using the pool and hot tub.We understood that the weather was very cold for FL but the discription of those amenities were misleading. The manager of the property did inform me, after I texted (asking why the hot tub wasn't warming up after an hour of having it turned on)-that the hot tub may have a hard time keeping up to temperature. But it wasn't until after I called the manager and left a message, did I receive an email (hours later) explaining the type of heating system they have for the pool and hot tub. They have a heat pump and it truly isn't designed for cooler weather and for keeping the pool and hot tub up to a tolerable temperature. We understood at that point that we wouldn't be able to enjoy being in the water like we thought - all 11 of us were VERY frustrated. If the information about the heating system would have been in the discription - we would not have stayed at this house. The email wasn't sent to me until Friday- 3 days after we arrived... 3 days of going back and forth with the manager and trying to understand why the hot tub wasn't tolerable
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yes allwere good
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jerry W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
This house fit our family's needs perfectly. 11 of us (including a 2 yr old) were in the area for a wedding and all enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sam G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very beautiful house and grounds
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kim s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family gathering Holidays

We loved our stay and look forward to future visits!
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jad T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everything you will need and more!

On time and great responses!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JEREMIAH S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome house & location

Needed a house with big dock for a 44' Caymas that we were displaying at the boat show. This house was perfect for us, close to Marina Jack where the boat show was, and super nice. Will def try to stay here again next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025