I cant say enough great stuff about this property. My husband and I stayed here for a month (Feb), with family and friends coming and going. The property is exactly as the listing describes.
The kitchen is outstanding. Has all the utensils, cookware, dinner ware, etc. we could need, plus, the appliances are way above what is expected in a vacation rental (Double Oven, Induction cooktop, Bosch dishwasher).
Everything was clean and decorated in a charming coastal theme. Laundry room is stocked with extra bed linens and the hall closest is filled with towels, including enough beach towels for everyone.
The layout is perfect for families with kids/teens, it has lots of nooks, and hangouts areas and game room in garage. Not a negative...just an alert, the set up is not quite as great for multiple adult guests, as two of the bedrooms are more kid sized. Twin beds in Twin Room were too short for my adult guests.
The pool/hot tub and deck area is wonderful, private and screened in. The pools maintenance people came in a couple times a week and kept the water sparkling clean and running smoothly. We especially loved the covered patio. It has a perfect bbq set up with a prep station and large 8 person patio table. Ceiling fans and lights made it perfect for day and night. I think we ate every meal there and played cards and games every night.
The house is in a residential neighborhood about 6 or 8 blocks from the main street (Manatee Ave) that connects to almost everything in Bradenton area. There are several grocery stores and pretty much every restaurant you can imagine within a couple of miles. Also, many beaches to choose from all within about a 15 minute drive. Some beach areas are crowded and parking is somewhat difficult so we used UBER to Anna Maria Island one afternoon and the cost was about $25.
Property owner has thought of everything, including having someone take the trash cans to the curb for pick up. Christy was great to work with both prior to booking (extended stay with dog) and during the stay.
We have stayed in many vacation properties, this was by far the best. Thanks Christy
