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Floating Home

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Property grounds
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 313.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi
  • Water view

Explore the area

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Sarasota, FL
  • Sarasota Classic Car Museum
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • IMG Academy
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

Floating Home

This beautiful, custom built floating home is located at Bahia Mar West Marina in Bradenton, Fl. She is just a 7 min. car ride from Sarasota/Bradenton airport, 10 min from downtown Sarasota and 15 min. to downtown Bradenton. A 15 min. car ride to Lido beach, 25 min to Siesta Key , and 20 min to Bradenton Beach/Annamaria Island. In close walking distance to the marina is Annamaria Oyster Bar, Banana Factory Bar, and enjoy a kayak adventure through the canals to Tarpon Bay Tiki Bar and Grill. This is a great alternative for a couple wanting to get away for a weekend and live the marina life. Also great for buisness personal wanting something different from the typical hotel. The galley comes with a coffee maker, fridge, microwave, and electric skillet , Cold air conditioning and space heater. Also guest are welcome to use the full bath and shower provided by the marina. Enjoy our 2 complimentary kayaks to paddle out to the bay and catch the most beautiful sunsets Sarasota has to offer. Also a big plus is the fishing. Corn hole boards located at the marina Tiki hut. Locals feel free to bring your boat and use the ramp and open slips to leave your boat in the water for easy on and off acesss all weekend. Pontoon and deck boat rentals are also available at the marina. 144 square feet under air, boat size is 24 x 8ft. We want our guest to have a great experience with the understanding this is a floating home and will require guests to feel comfortable and healthy enough to climb on and off of the home. Best for 2 adults 1 child max, 400 pounds maximum. We require that all of our guest sign a Release of Liability form for the use of the floating home and kayaks upon arrival.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Water view
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Notice of risk: guests must be physically fit with the understanding that there is risk involved in climbing on and off of the house boat.
Guests must be comfortable with stairs. Not handicap accessible.

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
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Bradenton

Located in Bradenton, this houseboat is 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 Siesta Key Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at LECOM Park or Ed Smith Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Sarasota, FL

What's nearby

  • Sarasota Classic Car Museum - 4 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Powel Crosley Estate - 4 min drive - 4.1 km
  • John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art - 5 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Sarasota Jungle Gardens - 6 min drive - 6.6 km
  • IMG Academy - 9 min drive - 7.5 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anna Maria Oyster Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Goldstar Donut Shop - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Salem's Gyro & Subs - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tarpon Bay Grill & Tiki Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Mean Deans Local Kitchen - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Floating Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Floating Home ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Floating Home ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Floating Home located?

Situated on the waterfront, this houseboat is within 3 miles (5 km) of State College of Florida, University of South Florida Sarasota and Powel Crosley Estate. New College of Florida and Sarasota Ballet are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

john H.

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

Cute floating home

A great adventure for a couple. Centrally located to all major attractions in Sarasota and just minutes from SRQ airport. Home is practically brand new and reminds us of our boating adventures. Make sure to kayak the canals and walk to the sunset beach in the little neighborhood to the west. Tom, the host was super helpful and did a great job in building the water home. Make sure you get the exact address of the marina too. Enjoy!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Stephen I.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Gentle sway

Great marina neighbors and quick paddle out to the bay. some instructions on operating things in the unit would help but everything worked great.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia H.

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

Living at the Marina

Small perfectly appointed space. Great for a couple visiting Bradenton. Conveniently located. A fun experience. Great communication with owner.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

AllySteve J.

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

Sweet little houseboat

What a sweet little houseboat this is. Tom has worked hard to transform and create this houseboat. It’s nicely decorated and very clean. It is small but great for a few days. Good location and Tom let us use his tandem kayak to cruise the canals and Bay Area. The Ramada next door has a great Tiki bar with views of the water
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike T.

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

Enjoyable Stay

We enjoyed our stay on this houseboat. It's small but has everything you need. Very well thought out design. Kitchen was stocked with coffee and some drinks in the fridge. Bathroom had shampoo and soap. Bath towels and beach towels were provided. AC kept the space nice and cool. Marina was quiet at night and parking was close by. Kayaks were available for use. Location was close to local restaurants and one was within walking distance. Tom was very responsive to any questions we had. We would definitely consider visiting again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colleen K.

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

Quaint but unusual

We were excited to stay on a houseboat and it did not disappoint. Close quarters but enough for me and my sister to stay in. It was quiet in the marina and we got some kayaking in, any other boaters we came across were helpful and friendly. The bathroom is small but functional, the ac was cold and kept the living quarters comfortable. Tom added some water and other drinks to the mini fridge which was a nice touch. We brought towels, not knowing what to expect but there were bath and beach towels and small travel shampoos and soaps. We would consider visiting again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue S.

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

Very relaxing

We had a wonderful time staying on the boat house. We are boaters so it felt like home. We made friends with a couple of people living on their boats and had interesting mornings drinking coffee and chatting on the deck. Very clean and nicely decorated. We had everything we needed. The drinks and bottles of water were a nice welcome. Thanks for having us!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brock E.

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

Great Experience

Great overall experience. Very clean and very handy place to stay. Parking is super close to the houseboat. It was near all the places we wanted to see. Kayaks were a great addition and the canals around there were fun to explore. You can get live shrimp at the nearby 24/7 Exxon bait shop and a minnow bucket was provided to put the bait in. Caught four fish in the couple of hours that I fished. Only addition needed in my opinion would be a couple more pillows. Otherwise perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janette K.

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

Quaint and Cozy

Staying on the slip 21 boat house was a treat! Tom Has done a remarkable job building this space. It is very clean, bright, comfortable and all the details have been covered. The marina it’s self is in need of the same detail to cleanliness and attention that Tom put into his boat but that’s beyond his control. We slept very well and this was a great place to come back to after being at Anna Maria Island beaches.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Rex B.

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

Quietude

This was a nice respite for us on our Florida vacation.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise W.

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

Wonderful accommodations and amenities

Loved it and will definitely choose it again if staying in the area
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ami W.

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

fun unique getaway!

My husband and I were in the area for a wedding and this "boatel" was perfect for us! we used the kayaks and enjoyed our coffee on the porch. i highly recommend this stay if you are in the Sarasota area!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Holly H.

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

Cozy, different kind of experience

This is a small houseboat. This dock area is kind of hidden among some other buildings and a bit challenging to find. The dock was empty with no others around. The boat itself was very clean. Pictures are accurate. It is small. Two adults are about all you can reasonably fit. You will feel the boat move as you move around. Bed was very comfortable. Bathroom also very clean. There are a few quirks including how the toilet operates but all are readily figured out. The common area is clean and nicely outfitted. We did spend a little time in the small deck/porch and that was pleasant. Host was easy to communicate with and fast to respond.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ann M.

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

Cute houseboat with everything you need!

Small marina with friendly people living and working there. Quiet except for occasional plane which was not bothersome. Houseboat owner built it himself with great quality of work and tastefully decorated. Everything you would need was supplied. Definitely would go back.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katie C.

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

Such a great alternative to a hotel room

We needed somewhere to stay for just a night and this was absolutely perfect and something different than a hotel room. So clean, beautiful décor, very functional and the property manager was wonderful and accommodating. If I am ever in need of a place to stay in this area again I will definitely book again!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chloe

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

lynn k.

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

Jeff's Birthday Surprise

Staying on a Houseboat is a different experience, one my husband never had until my now The accommodations were wonderful and decorated beautifully. It was very clean and the location was great. The owner was on the property and assisted us immediately when we asked for help. The restaurant he suggested was amazing and walking distance. We will stay here again. We loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn P.

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

Fun Setting

A fun change from a hotel. The cabin is completely updated and very clean. The best part was the kayaks and seeing the dolphin play in the water!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tommy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The house was very clean and the owner was very kind! We loved our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

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

I could write a book

What a fantastic time we had. The house boat we called the “Boatel” was awesome. Beautifully decorated. Very peaceful area. Slept so good. Within driving distance of some of Florida’s best beaches. Highly recommend ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Larry K.

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

Anniversary trip

Loved the newness and decor of the place. Kayaks were a nice bonus. Space heater kept us warm on a couple chilly nights. Enjoyed waking up in the morning and seeing the water and birds. Bathroom door could use some WD40. 😉 Liked that it was a gated marina. Drinks left by owner were a nice added touch too. Overall this was such a cool place for a couple to stay for a few days.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

John B.

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

Break from the norm

My son and I stayed here when he played in a showcase at IMG. Very close to campus and a nice break from the usual hotel accommodations. Very clean and comfortable for 2. We had a great time and would definitely return. The owner response was impressive. Good people. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Russell M.

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

Quaint

Easy to get booked
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

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