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New The BLUE HERON 3 bedroom oasis with heated pool

Family-friendly stay near IMG Academy

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A covered outdoor area with a pool, seating, and potted plants.
A residential house with a blue roof, a driveway, and a well-maintained garden.
A bedroom with a bed, nightstands, a dresser, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.
A garden with a paved walkway, a wooden shed, and decorative bird sculptures.
An outdoor patio area with a glass table and chairs, surrounded by a covered seating area and greenery.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms1500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

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Bradenton, FL
  • Place, State College of Florida
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, IMG Academy
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Premier Sports Campus at Lakewood Ranch
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

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Bayshore Gardens stay.Your stay at this Bayshore Gardens vacation home places you within 2 miles (3 km) of State College of Florida and IMG Soccer Academy. IMG Academy and IMG Bollettieri Tennis Academy are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • State College of Florida - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • IMG Academy - 8 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • LECOM Park - 11 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Riverwalk - 14 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Premier Sports Campus at Lakewood Ranch - 25 min drive - 15.3 miles

Getting around

  • Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wawa - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Chick Fil A - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

New The BLUE HERON 3 bedroom oasis with heated pool

3 bedroom, 2 bath home. Beautiful swimming pool that overlooks a tranquil and private back yard oasis and patio to enjoy outdoor dining and relaxing. There is also a covered gazebo in the rear of property for additional seating and relaxing area. There is a 75" smart TV in the living room with sound bar as well as smart TV's in the master bedroom and guest room. There is Gig WiFi with dual routers thruout the house. Coastal decor throughout to enjoy your tropical surroundings. Just 9 miles to the beach this home makes for an affordable beach vacation. Just 2.4 miles to IMG Acadamy Golf Club. Brand new solid wood furnishings and mattresses.

Pool patio has covered dining and relaxing areas. Private secluded pool is screened with lounge chairs available. Pool table, dart board, large outdoor jenga, cornhole, and various board games and games for most ages. Eero mesh dual router GB WiFi access is available in the home.

Guests are renting the entire house however there is a shed on the property and a lock-out owners’ closet that is not accessible.

Dogs are allowed on a case by case basis, please read the full information in the additional rules section.

The pool is heated at 84 degrees during the warmer months and 82 during the colder months, if you would like the heater turned off or the temperature changed you must get permission from the owner. During the colder months of December thru March the heater may not be able to maintain 82 degrees on the colder days and an additional fee of $10 per day may be required based on temperature settings or length of stay, please contact host for additional information. The additional fee would apply if daily temperatures are lower than 70 degrees and nightly temps below 55 degrees. Guests must be 21 years old to rent.

You are also just under 11 miles to Holmes Beach/Anna Maria Island, 2.4 miles to IMG Acadamy Golf Club, 8.4 miles to downtown Sarasota, 10.5 miles to St Armands Circle/Lido Key, 11.5 miles to an abundance of shopping at or near The Mall at University Park, 12.4 miles to downtown Lakewood Ranch, 5 miles from Sarasota/Bradenton International Airport, less than an hour from Tampa Airport and less than a mile to Starbucks, Dunkin, pharmacies, super markets, and dozens of restaurants.

I have also just installed 12" rain shower heads in both showers.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Heated pool
  • Water sports equipment

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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 are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 20 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is New The BLUE HERON 3 bedroom oasis with heated pool to the airport?

This vacation home is 4.9 mi (14-min drive) away from the Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does New The BLUE HERON 3 bedroom oasis with heated pool have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is New The BLUE HERON 3 bedroom oasis with heated pool to the beach?

This vacation home is 11.1 mi (30-min drive) from Lido Beach and 14 mi (24-min drive) from Siesta Key Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does New The BLUE HERON 3 bedroom oasis with heated pool offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at New The BLUE HERON 3 bedroom oasis with heated pool?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at New The BLUE HERON 3 bedroom oasis with heated pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at New The BLUE HERON 3 bedroom oasis with heated pool?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does New The BLUE HERON 3 bedroom oasis with heated pool have a pool?

This vacation home features an outdoor pool.

Does New The BLUE HERON 3 bedroom oasis with heated pool have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is New The BLUE HERON 3 bedroom oasis with heated pool to downtown Bradenton?

This vacation home is 4.2 mi away from Bradenton.

New The BLUE HERON 3 bedroom oasis with heated pool Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect vacation
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a very relaxing time. The house was very clean. Very close to so many beaches.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was amazing! Very very quiet beautiful backyard. Bed was comfortable and we will stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was nice, and the owner was very responsive and helpful.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Good host communication. Easy check in and check out
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay. Location is great near everything. Great outside area. If you plan on using the pool or going to the beach bring nothing but your bathing suits. Owner has provided everything else. Very family oriented property. Planning on going back in July.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time at The Blue Heron. The house was located in an older neighborhood but it was very quiet and in a nice location. The home itself was great, the owner left so many nice touches for guests including leaving some welcome snacks and a bottle of wine. I appreciated that the kitchen had everything that we needed while we were there. I can’t tell you how many times I have had to make a Walmart run for a can opener or a spatula while renting. The pool was awesome and there were plenty of pool toys and floats available. Very close to the beach and some great fresh seafood restaurants.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was exceptionally clean and well stocked with essential necessities. The host was very helpful and had even provided several snacksfor our arrival. The backyard and pool area were very nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
How very lovely we found the “New Blue Heron 3” to be for our stay in Bradenton! Our family enjoyed the very nice and homey accommodations. We found all the necessary items to prepare meals, comfortable dining areas inside and out, relaxed on the screened patio and in the heated pool, and appreciated the “Welcome packet” treats, a nice touch!Home is well decorated, the privacy fencing much appreciated, plenty of absorbent towels, bedding was of high quality and quite comfortable, beach supplies, games, activities for family enjoyment. Our hosts were very responsive to every question and provided helpful explanations, providing everything to make our stay memorable!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This host was fantastic, very responsive, helpful, and attentive without being intrusive. Communication was clear before and during our stay, and any questions or needs were addressed promptly. The experience was seamless, and we truly appreciated the professionalism. We would gladly book with this host again.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We came down for my daughter’s tournament at IMG. Great location, lovely backyard and responsive hosts. Carlos was very welcoming and prompt with any questions we had. Will be back next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was excellent all three of us enjoyed comfortable bedrooms both bathrooms were more than spacious the unfortunate thing was the pool was not usable due to it needing service but the outside area is excellent with a beautiful sitting area by the pool and then an additional sitting area farther back on the patio as far as communication Carlos was absolutely fantastic I would certainly recommend this property there was plenty of amenities in the house that any guest would need to use he was extremely helpful and responsive Within a very short period of time I get overall certainly recommend this house if I'm ever in that area again that would certainly definitely consider renting this house again
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at the Blue Heron. The house was comfortable, had everything we needed for a 5 day stay, and lots of fun for the teenagers and parents alike. The pool table got plenty of use! We were in town for a lacrosse tournament and the house was only about 25 minutes to the far field and 8 minutes to the close one. Plus everything you could need or want was just around the corner (Target, grocery stores, etc just minute or two away.)Most importantly, Carlos was amazing as a host. The house was very welcoming with little touches making it seem as if you were at a friend's house. The initial messages and book were thorough, making it easy to find the information you needed as you settled in. And he was extremely quick to answer any questions, never seeming put out or annoyed by our interruptions or questions. He even called me to try to help me walk through an issue we were having and when it couldn't be fixed by me arranged to have someone come to fix the problem. We will happily return to the Blue Heron the next time we are in the area!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Attentive host! Pool was great! So much to do around the area
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What an amazing place to stay. Close to enough to go nearby cities such as Tampa, Sarasota and St. Pete. House was perfect and the pool was amazing to enjoy after long days sightseeing and beach trips. No complaints and the host was responsive when needed. Check in and check out was seamless. Thank you for hosting us!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a wonderful time! The host Carlos was great at communicating and answering any questions. Loved the pool in the back it was nice. Beaches surrounding the area are absolutely gorgeous. Would book again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

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