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Welcome to Lakeshore, a serene haven in the heart of Bradenton. With its private waterfront backyard and lanai-covered pool, you'll unwind in style. Enjoy a fun game of catch and release on your own private dock or explore the nearby Robinson Preserve for hiking, biking, or kayaking.

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5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12220 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Serene Lakefront Retreat | Private Dock and Pool!

Welcome to Lakeshore, a peaceful private lakefront pool home in Bradenton, just minutes from the beautiful beaches of Anna Maria Island and the world-renowned IMG Academy. This waterfront retreat features a private fishing dock, scenic lake views, and abundant wildlife. Enjoy morning coffee on the patio, unwind by the lanai-covered pool, and take in sunset views from the dock as tranquility sets in. Perfect for families, groups, tournament stays, and extended visits near beaches and nature preserves.

Lakeshore is a beautifully maintained single-story lakefront home offering the perfect blend of comfort and elevated coastal living. The home features four bedrooms, two full bathrooms, a dedicated office space with a daybed, a brand-new modern fully equipped chef-inspired kitchen, a game room, and stylish décor throughout. Step outside to a spacious lakefront backyard with a private, lanai-covered pool surrounded by comfortable outdoor seating—ideal for relaxing, entertaining, and soaking in the Florida sunshine.

With our prime location in the heart of Bradenton, your stay will truly be one of a kind. You’ll be just 6.1 miles from Downtown Bradenton, 7.3 miles from IMG Academy, and 6.2 miles from the breathtaking beaches of Anna Maria Island. Nature lovers will also appreciate being only 1.9 miles from Robinson Preserve, which offers hiking, biking, kayaking, and incredible Florida scenery — ensuring there’s never a dull moment during your stay.

We’ve poured our hearts into preparing Lakeshore for our guests, sparing no detail and furnishing the home with high-quality amenities and appliances to ensure a seamless and memorable experience.

📅 Book now and experience this one-of-a-kind lakefront retreat near Anna Maria Island.


✦ Why Guests Love Lakeshore ✦

✅ Heated Private Pool – Screened, lanai-covered pool with ample lounge seating, overlooking beautiful water views and peaceful natural surroundings.

✅ Prime Bradenton Location – Minutes to Anna Maria Island beaches and close to IMG Academy, dining, and multiple top attractions.

✅ Private Lakefront + Dock – Scenic water views, catch-and-release fishing, and serene surroundings on nearly half an acre of land.

✅ Game Room w/ Pool Table – A guest’s favorite for families, friends’ groups, and sports’ groups.

✅ Outdoor Dining + BBQ Grill – Gather for alfresco meals under the Florida sun.

✅ Family-Friendly Amenities – Two Pack ’n Plays, a highchair, and kid-friendly dinnerware.

✅ Beach Gear Included – 4-6 beach chairs, 1-2 beach umbrellas, cooler, beach wagon, and beach towels (one per each guest).

✅ Pet Friendly – Fully fenced yard for safe roaming for your furry friends.

✅ Essential Supplies Provided – Laundry detergent, paper goods, toiletries, and more for a seamless stay.


✨ KITCHEN

As the heart of the home, Lakeshore’s brand-new, modern, fully-equipped chef-inspired kitchen blends style and function beautifully. Whether you’re preparing breakfast before the beach, fueling up for an IMG Academy tournament, or hosting a family dinner, you’ll find everything you need for effortless cooking and entertaining.

Enjoy spacious countertops, updated appliances, ample cabinetry, and all essential cookware, bakeware, dishes, and utensils. Even a drip coffee maker with complimentary ground coffee and sugar are provided, so you can start each morning relaxed and refreshed. The open-concept layout keeps everyone connected, making it easy to gather, cook, and create lasting memories together.

✨ WHERE YOU’LL SLEEP

After a full day of beach adventures, pool time, and exploring Bradenton and Anna Maria Island, retreat to comfort and relaxation at Lakeshore. Each sleeping space is thoughtfully designed with cozy bedding, comfortable mattresses, and a calming atmosphere to help you unwind and recharge.

- Bedroom 1 (Master Suite): King-sized bed.
- Bedroom 2: King-sized bed.
- Bedroom 3: Two full-size beds.
- Bedroom 4: one set of bunk beds (twin over full) with a trundle.
- Office / Bedroom 5: Daybed (it’s also a walk-through room, offering flexible sleeping space).

Whether you’re traveling with family, friends, or an IMG Academy group, Lakeshore provides versatile sleeping arrangements to comfortably accommodate everyone.

✨ LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

🌿 Robinson Preserve – 1.9 miles
🌅 Palma Sola Bay – 3.2 miles
📍 Downtown Bradenton – 6.1 miles
🌊 Bradenton Riverwalk – 6.1 miles
⚾ LECOM Park – 6.2 miles
🏖 Anna Maria Island (Manatee Public Beach) – 6.2 miles
🏅 IMG Academy – 7.3 miles
✈ Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport (SRQ) – 13.5 miles
🌊 Lido Key Beach – 19.3 miles
⚽ Premier Sports Campus at Lakewood Ranch – 21 miles
🌴 Siesta Key Beach – 23.4 miles
✈ Tampa International Airport – 48.2 miles


✨ PET FRIENDLY!

- Prior approval is kindly required. We allow up to 3 dogs for an additional fee of $150/pet/stay.
- Must be fully house-trained.
- Must be completely cleaned up after.
- Leashed at all times when not in a fenced area.
- Crated indoors when not home with the pet.
- If barking becomes an issue during your stay, alternative arrangements must be made.
- Not allowed on indoor furniture, bedding, or in the pool.

Kindly Note!

- For your peace of mind, surveillance cameras are located around the exterior of the house (overlooking the driveway). No inside cameras.

- Noise monitors inside and outside the house do not record voice or conversation, they only monitor decibels.

- Guests have access to the entire house, except for the sheds and the owner’s closet.

- We provide free parking on the premises (our driveway can fit up to 4 cars).

- Guests are responsible for refilling the BBQ grill’s propane tank.

- The heated pool feature is available for an extra $20/night or $400/month (offered from October till May). If you would like to purchase the pool heating feature, please note that it covers the entirety of your stay, and the pool heater may take up to 48 hours to reach the desired temp, so kindly let us know a week before you check-in.

- Pool settings are all scheduled. When booked, pool heat is set to 85 degrees during the cool season, however, pool temps are impacted if the weather drops below 60 degrees. So, unfortunately, pool temperatures cannot be guaranteed. And NO refund will be granted if the heater doesn’t reach the desired temp due to the weather conditions.

- For your comfort, our home is treated quarterly by a professional pest control company. But given our tropical climate, you may still see the occasional bug. Please keep doors and screens closed to help prevent bugs from entering, as no compensation will be provided for any bugs that may come inside.

- As the home is located on open water, wildlife may occasionally be present. A secure fenced pet area is available; please exercise caution outdoors.

- Liability/Risk: The hosts/co-hosts are not responsible for any accidents, injuries or illness that occurs while ON or OFF premises while using equipment provided as part of the rental, including but not limited to pool, spas, stairs or playsets. By accepting this reservation, it is agreed that all guests are expressly assuming the risk of any harm arising from their use of the premises and equipment taken off the premises. This also applies to others whom the guest invites to use the premises or equipment.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking & drug use are prohibited on the premises

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Heated pool
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,365 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

Rules

1. MUSIC & NOISE: NO rowdy or loud music at anytime. Please keep the noise reasonable during the day. Please respect our neighbors!
3. STRICT QUIET HOURS: 10PM - 7AM must be observed per city ordinances
4. NO PARTY, NO EVENT, NO EXTRA GUESTS are allowed. Please DO NOT BOOK if you’re looking for a party house.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: $150/PET per STAY. A maximum of 3 dogs allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: House isn't child proof, direct supervision needed

Events

No events allowed
QUIET HOURS: 10PM-7AM must be observed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking & drug use are prohibited on the premises

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
Note from host: QUIET HOURS: 10PM-7AM must be observed
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the area

Located in Palma Sola, a neighbourhood in Bradenton, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bradenton Beach and Coquina Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature, or check out an event or a game at LECOM Park. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Bradenton travel guide
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What's nearby

  • The trunk of the floss silk tree (Chorisia speciosa) is studded with thick conical prickles which serve to store water for dry times.

Palma Sola Botanical Park is a 10 acre botanical garden located in Bradenton. It's beautiful AND free! 

The park showcases collections of rare palms, fruits, and flowering trees, as well as three lakes, a butterfly garden, gazebo, pavilion, and playground.
    Palma Sola Botanical Park
    3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • This was a great park and a good place to watch the sunset.
    Robinson Preserve
    3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • EyeEm Custom Shoots Q4 2018
    IMG Academy
    12 min drive - 12.4 km
  • De Soto National Memorial
    12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Palma Sola Bay
    3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    4 min drive
  • Starbucks
    6 min drive
  • Wendy's
    6 min drive
  • Taco Bell
    6 min drive
  • Danny's Pizzeria
    4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Serene Lakefront Retreat | Private Dock and Pool! have a pool?

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

Is Serene Lakefront Retreat | Private Dock and Pool! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Serene Lakefront Retreat | Private Dock and Pool!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Serene Lakefront Retreat | Private Dock and Pool!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Serene Lakefront Retreat | Private Dock and Pool!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Serene Lakefront Retreat | Private Dock and Pool! located?

This family-friendly Bradenton holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of De Soto National Memorial, Palma Sola Bay and Palma Sola Botanical Park. Robinson Preserve is 2.5 mi (4 km) away.

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Serene Lakefront Retreat | Private Dock and Pool! Reviews

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Cleanliness

10

Location

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10/10 Excellent

Alexandra B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property and host deserve a 5 star review if not more! Everything in the listing was 100% accurate and exceeding my expectations! 10 of my girlfriends came down for a relaxing bachelorette weekend and this place is exactly what we were looking for! Clean, cute, spacious and had everything we needed. Jenny & Kenny helped with any questions we had before or during our stay, and made checking in and out a breeze. I could not recommended this property or them as hosts more!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jon & Kim E.

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

Amazing property

The house was exactly as described. It was well maintained, the pool was great and it was FULLY stocked. Overall an amazing experience. Communication was almost immediate and very helpful with any questions we had. Thank you! If we are ever in the area again, we would book this property without hesitation.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colleen D.

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

Amazing Home - Can’t wait to go back

We loved our stay! Very comfortable for two families of 4! Had plenty of room to separate or come together. Location was very close to 2 parks and so many restaurants! Can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mauricio P.

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

Great home near the beaches

The home was great we loved our stay there, it was minutes from the beaches and Ana Marie Island, the pool was great and the house is very spacious with a great kitchen that is stocked with everything you will ever need as far as cooking in the home. All in all we had a great experience and would go back anytime!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liam W.

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

Amazing!!

I will 1000% be staying here again. My family and I had the best time ever. The communication was so easy the house and location was perfect. I can not thank the property owners enough for letting us stay here. Plenty of things to do for the kids in the house as well as the adults. Thank you again for making our summer vacation one to remember look forward to staying here again!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalya G.

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

Fantastic Family Vacation Home

This was my first time using Vrbo, and must say this was quite fortunate to have as my first experience. Jenny was a wonderful host and is super responsive. The house was pristine, beautifully updated and maintained. It contained everything we needed for a most comfortable and relaxing stay. Bonus points on the espresso machine :) The location was great with close driving proximity to many local activities and attractions. Thanks for the wonderful getaway!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kamila K.

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

Fabulous Stay

What a PERFECT place to stay with family! My husband and I plus our two children stayed at this rental house for five days. We loved it there so much that we extended our stay for an extra night. Description of the property was exact and it had everything we needed. Host was on point with communication and was pleasant to deal with. Our children loved the lushes backyard and pool area. My son and husband fished a bit back river. We love that the whole area was gated and the neighbourhood was very peaceful. Definitely recommend the the stay! Thank you for having us:) Kamila from Canada
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janice B.

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

Family weekend

We live in nearby Pinellas county, and our stay in Bradenton allowed us to be together - all under one roof - with pool on site and beach nearby. The Lakefront Escape house was clean and spacious; attention was given to whatever basics were needed to prepare meals was there and then some ..... We were pleased to see a high-chair in the kitchen area, even though our grandchildren are older (the granddaughters put their baby dolls in the high-chair and played). Plenty of room to be together for meals, plenty of room to be comfortable on sofas and visit, plenty of room to retreat to your bedroom for quiet time if needed, plenty of towels for swimming in the pool. We did reach out to the host saying the ice maker on the refrigerator was not "keeping up" with our demand for ice and he promptly brought over two bags of ice from Publix. We didn't ask for that, it was simply their response to our comment. Thank you for providing a clean, quality place for our families to spend a fun filled weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirk C.

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

Family Christmas getaway

We enjoyed our stay at the house. Everything was as beautiful as pictured. Plenty of space for our party of 11. The weather was a little on the cool side and very cloudy/ rainy most of the week so I am glad we paid extra to have the pool water heated. I like my pool water warm and it was perfect! When we arrived the oven was not working but the owners had someone out to fix it that day. We needed two pack and plays but they only had one so I bought one in the area off marketplace and they reimbursed us for that which was a really nice surprise. The house is a quick 15 minutes from Anna Marie Island beaches and only 30 to Lido Key. There were plenty of cozy blankets and everything we needed to cook in for some of our meals. The only thing I can recommend would be a few more games/ toys for little ones to play with. Master bedroom is spacious and one one side of the house. The other three bedrooms are on the opposite side of the house with the bunk room and double full rooms being tucked away behind the walkthrough office. This worked well for the family members with kids since it was nice and quite for naps and early bedtimes. The dock is nice for fishing(we left a fishing pole at the house for future guests). Beware the latch to the gate on the back fence along the water is broken so watch children.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott E.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent stay (minus check-in request)

We enjoyed spending our Thanksgiving here! I went running each morning at Robinson Preserve... AWESOME! Home was both spacious and cozy at the same time. It would have been nice to have had a cable service (Spectrum) already logged in and connected, as we did not have a personal streaming service login to watch major networks and football games/parades over Thanksgiving. The pool was nice and warm and the neighborhood was nice and quiet as advertised.The only negative was during final steps for confirmation/check-in. At one point were sent a VRBO 'message' requesting the following (verbatim): "We also wanted to reach out and kindly request that you send us a selfie holding your credit card. Please make sure to show the cardholder's name and the last four digits of your credit card number. Feel free to cover the rest of the numbers. We only need the last 4 digits and the cardholder's name visible for verification purposes. You can send it to (941) 999-xxxx." I am assuming this was a personal cell phone number, but in my 20 years of renting at least 100 homes, I have never had a request for a selfie of myself holding my credit card to be sent to a random phone number. I ignored the message, as it is not VRBO protocol, and almost canceled our rental. However, things after this went extremely smooth and we truly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was really good from the communications with the hosts & their prompt responses and the house was very pretty and had all the amenities you could want. Beautiful & peaceful setting on a canal with a dock & pool and a pool table inside. Nice floor plan with plenty of space for everyone. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was wonderful
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeannine S.

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

Great stay in Bradenton for Baseball!

Clean house with plenty of room. Pool table and pool were great. On water with dock for fishing.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah G.

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

Great accommodation!

Hosts were great and gave us a great place to stay close by our home on Holmes Beach while final repairs were made from hurricane damage.
Stayed 32 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very clean and very easy to move around in, especially for my elderly mother. Well stocked with all necessary supplies such as toilet paper, paper towels, soap, kitchen utensils, coffee. Bedrooms are private with comfortable. There are ample towels and washcloths available. Washer and dryer worked well and easy to use. The backyard lanai and pool area were very private and serene. Nice neighborhood and distance to AMI. I would consider staying here again.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

chris g.

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

Great place

Great
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024