Title: Blue Bayou - Charming home with heated pool, tiki and OPTIONAL BOAT DOCKAGE Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Blue Bayou - Charming home with heated pool, tiki and OPTIONAL BOAT DOCKAGE ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102610000/102609300/102609290/db026480.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102610000/102609300/102609290/dbe42de3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102610000/102609300/102609290/f64f7c8b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102610000/102609300/102609290/55aca8c9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, video games, DVD player, video library](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102610000/102609300/102609290/fed53ba9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to a charming retreat between tropical waters and beaches at this newly renovated home. Unwind in the backyard oasis featuring a saltwater pool, propane firepit, and spacious turf for games. With free WiFi, bikes, cornhole boards, and beach chairs available you're all set for relaxation. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 71615 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Pool - Washer - Air conditioning - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Blue Bayou - Charming home with heated pool, tiki and OPTIONAL BOAT DOCKAGE Old and new Florida charm coexist for a relaxing and comfortable stay in this clean, charming, newly renovated home tucked in a treasure location between all that is tropical, beach, and water. Our location is unique in that you do not have the expense of staying directly on the water yet have access to a dock (just steps from the property) for boat dockage. There is a neighborhood bridge with a 84” clearance at king high tide. Coming with boats and trailers? Not a problem. Thanks to the exuberant amount of parking on this property, you can arrive and unload your gear, trailer the boat to the boat ramp 2 blocks away, park the trailer back at your doorstep, and dock the boat steps from your temporary abode. Being a boating family, one of our greatest goals was to make access to the water as easy and cost efficient as possible. The prize of this home is the backyard oasis. The myriad of sunny days, 249 per year, is the inspiration for this tropical getaway within a getaway. Beginning with the refreshing saltwater pool (heated for an additional fee) and ending with the stately 390 square foot tiki hut with ambient lighting, the in-betweens will delight also such as the propane firepit for cool evenings, the outside shower for a convenient rinse (especially after a salty day on the water), the convenient outside-access half bath, and spacious turf for cornhole and other game-playing. This oasis will continue to pull you outdoors for entertaining and relaxing with a grill and grill tools for preparing your catch of the day, a full-size fridge for easy access to libations and snacks, a teak table for dining for 8, and lounge seating and a large TV under the tiki. Palma Sola Bay Beach - less than 2 miles Holmes Beach - about 6 miles Anna Maria Island - less than 7 miles Bradenton Beach - about 8 miles Please help us be respectful to the residents of this wonderful community by honoring a quiet time after 10pm. DISCLAIMER - PLEASE BE AWARE THIS HOME IS NOT WATERFRONT BUT DOES HAVE ACCESS TO A DOCK ACROSS THE STREET FOR BOAT DOCKAGE ONLY. \*\* Pool can be heated upon request and additional fee of $35 per day. Mermaid Bedroom – Sleeps 2 • Master suite • Comfortable king bed • TV • Blackout curtains • Full size dresser • Lounging chair • Mermaid nightstands • Lamps • Alarm clock • Ceiling fan and dimmable light • Wainscoting ceiling • Plenty of closet storage Pelican Bedroom – Sleeps 2 • Comfortable queen bed • TV • Dresser • Lounging chair • Standing full mirror • Nightstands • Lamps • Alarm clock • Ceiling fan and light • Plenty of closet storage Tropical Village Bunkroom – Sleeps 3 • Comfortable twin bed • Comfortable bunk bed • Wardrobe with drawers • Reading nook with children’s books and floor pillows • Lamp • Alarm clock • Ceiling fan and light • Plenty of closet storage Master Bathroom • New toilet • New vanity • New lighting and mirror • Clean shower and tub • Towel racks • New farmhouse flooring • Shampoo & shower gel • Blow dryer • Linen closet Bathroom • Toilet • Vanity • New lighting and mirror • Clean shower and tub • Towel racks • Shampoo & shower gel 1/2 Bathroom – Outside Access • Under air with access from patio • New toilet • New vanity • New lighting and mirror • Towel rack • New farmhouse flooring Lounge Room • Cocktail table arcade game • TV • Play Station 2 • Comfortable seating • Collection of family-friendly DVDs • DVD player • Collection of board games Kitchen and Beverage Bar • Fridge with ice maker and water dispenser • Stove/oven • Microwave • Dishwasher • Bar stools • Garbage disposal • Keurig coffee maker • Traditional coffee maker and filters • Toaster • Blender • Hand mixer • Can opener • Crock pot - small • Hand mixer • Waffle maker • Tea kettle • Pots and pans • Diningwear and utensils • Cookwear and utensils • Bakewear and utensils • Servewear and utensils • Drinkwear • Measuring spoons and cups • Tumblers Livingroom • Comfortable couches -2 • Beanbag • Side tables • Lamp • TV • Collection of DVDs • DVD player Linens • Quality bed sheets and pillows • Extra blankets • Bath towels, bath sheets, bathmats, hand towels, washcloths and make-up towels • Beach towels • Kitchen towels, oven mitts and hot pads Complementary Welcome Basket • Kitchen trash bags • Dishwasher soap • Laundry soap • Paper towels • Disinfectant wipes • Bottled water • Snacks Complementary Consumables • Dish soap • Dish sponge • Hand soap (kitchen and bathrooms) • Toilet paper • Bath tissue (2 full bathrooms) • Shampoo & shower gel • Propane tanks (grill and firepit) • Coffee filters • K-cups (coffee & hot cocoa) • Salt & Pepper Additional Perks • Free internet/WiFi • Beach chairs • Cornhole boards and bags • Backyard Jenga • Beach canopy • Beach toys • Beach blanket • Children's fishing poles - 2 • Pool Noodles • Bikes -2 • Pack-N-Play (sheets not provided) • Highchair • Iron and iron board • Washer and dryer • Keyless Entry ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster - Water dispenser ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - DVD player - Games - Smart TV - Video games - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Bicycles - Kayak - Fishing nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing 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 - Bicycles - Unit size: 1,615 square feet - Water dispenser ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM 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 ### 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 private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 ## About the area Harbor Hills, a neighbourhood in Bradenton, is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Coquina Beach and Bean Point Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature and Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving adventures can be found near the property. [Visit our Bradenton travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bradenton.dx6020) [View more Holiday homes in Bradenton](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bradenton-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6020-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C27.50498%2C-82.61975&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=7Y3cSMea0qSwyJJCKZSE6IqAK5c=) Bradenton, FL ### What's nearby - Blake Medical Center - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles - Riverwalk - 8 min drive - 3.8 miles - The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature - 8 min drive - 3.8 miles - LECOM Park - 8 min drive - 4.2 miles - IMG Academy - 11 min drive - 5.2 miles ### Getting around - Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 31 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive - ‪Dunkin' - ‬18 min walk - ‪Starbucks - ‬19 min walk - ‪Danny's Pizzeria - ‬3 min drive - ‪Taco Bell - ‬19 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Blue Bayou - Charming home with heated pool, tiki and OPTIONAL BOAT DOCKAGE have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. ### Is Blue Bayou - Charming home with heated pool, tiki and OPTIONAL BOAT DOCKAGE pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Blue Bayou - Charming home with heated pool, tiki and OPTIONAL BOAT DOCKAGE? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Blue Bayou - Charming home with heated pool, tiki and OPTIONAL BOAT DOCKAGE? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Blue Bayou - Charming home with heated pool, tiki and OPTIONAL BOAT DOCKAGE located? > This family-friendly Bradenton holiday home is located in Harbor Hills, within 3 mi (5 km) of Blake Medical Center and De Soto National Memorial. The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature and Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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