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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 41292 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Hot Tub
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning

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Palmetto, FL
  • Riverwalk
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • LECOM Park
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • IMG Academy
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪27 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Palmetto

Oceanside stay.A stay at this vacation home places you within half a mile (1 km) of Emerson Point Preserve and 6 miles (10 km) of Manatee County Agricultural Museum. Palmetto Historical Park and Bradenton Area Convention Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Riverwalk - 10 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature - 10 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • LECOM Park - 12 min drive - 5.7 miles
  • IMG Academy - 21 min drive - 10.8 miles
  • De Soto National Memorial - 22 min drive - 11.1 miles

Getting around

  • Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Five Guys - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Bradenton Yacht Club - ‬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.

Rare! Adorable Cottage on Snead Island, Fish Dock,Tiki & Bch 250 ft. away. Pets

Snead Island is surrounded by the Manatee River & Tampa Bay & connected to the city of Palmetto by a small bridge. Fish for sea bass, snapper, snook & grouper in the river as well as in the Tampa Bay & Gulf of Mexico.

This adorable Snead Island cottage is nestled on 2 beautiful acres of majestic oaks, orange trees & coconut palms at the opening of the Tampa Bay. The front yard has beautiful southern Oak trees. Newly furnished with very clean & comfortable bedrooms, living room, dining room, newly remodeled full kitchen with granite counters, attached laundry room & a screened, enclosed veranda. The bathroom has a walk-in shower and back entrance is wheelchair accessible. Continue down the shell drive 250 ft from your back door onto a 100 ft dock to lounge, watch for dolphins and enjoy the sun setting on the Manatee River. A 35 foot boat slip is also available for a small additional fee, water & elec provided. Just to the right of the dock, is a small private Tiki and white sand beach, for swimming, kayaking or just relaxing in the lounge chairs, under a beautiful mangrove tree.

The outside world of shopping, grocery stores, malls & waterfront restaurants are all within a 15 minute drive.

Beautiful 365 acre Emerson Point Preserve Beach Park is withing walking or bike riding distance on the island. There are bike trails, nature & birding trails, a canoe & kayak launch, white sandy beaches for swimming, fishing, picnic tables, barbecues, restrooms and a tower climb for an incredible view of the sunshine skyway bridge and gulf of Mexico. Pets on leashes are welcome in the park and on the beach for swimming. A great place to unwind and feel like you've stepped back in time.

Visit Sarasota cultural center, world renowned St. Armand's Circle; less than 1/2 hour to St. Petersburg and the retail shops at Bay Walk; under an hour to the excitement of downtown Tampa: or 1.5 hours to Walt Disney World, Sea World, Universal and MGM Studios. Seafood festivals and many other fun activities happen weekly in Palmetto and just across the bridge in Bradenton. We also have an additional lovely property you might be interested in, VRBO. #810385 Waterfront apartment.

Keywords: House

Property manager

Beverley Smith

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 6 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Single level property
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,292 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Maximum 6 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Please keep your pets on a lead.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Very Rare Adorable Cottage Snead Island Boat Dock Beach 250 ft
Very Rare Adorable Cottage Snead Island Boat Dock Beach 250 ft

Frequently asked questions

How close is Rare! Adorable Cottage on Snead Island, Fish Dock,Tiki & Bch 250 ft. away. Pets to the airport?

This vacation home is 13.6 mi (24-min drive) away from the Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Rare! Adorable Cottage on Snead Island, Fish Dock,Tiki & Bch 250 ft. away. Pets have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Rare! Adorable Cottage on Snead Island, Fish Dock,Tiki & Bch 250 ft. away. Pets to the beach?

This vacation home is 15.5 mi (27-min drive) from Cortez Beach and 16.6 mi (29-min drive) from Coquina Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Rare! Adorable Cottage on Snead Island, Fish Dock,Tiki & Bch 250 ft. away. Pets offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Rare! Adorable Cottage on Snead Island, Fish Dock,Tiki & Bch 250 ft. away. Pets?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Rare! Adorable Cottage on Snead Island, Fish Dock,Tiki & Bch 250 ft. away. Pets?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Rare! Adorable Cottage on Snead Island, Fish Dock,Tiki & Bch 250 ft. away. Pets?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Rare! Adorable Cottage on Snead Island, Fish Dock,Tiki & Bch 250 ft. away. Pets have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Rare! Adorable Cottage on Snead Island, Fish Dock,Tiki & Bch 250 ft. away. Pets have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Rare! Adorable Cottage on Snead Island, Fish Dock,Tiki & Bch 250 ft. away. Pets to downtown Palmetto?

This vacation home is 2.7 mi away from Palmetto.

Rare! Adorable Cottage on Snead Island, Fish Dock,Tiki & Bch 250 ft. away. Pets Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 76 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 76 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 76 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 76 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 76 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Paradise in Florida

The property is in excellent shape and in a wonderful location on the Manatee River, just a few steps from the Dock, Tiki, and the water. It was so pleasant to see that Snead Island is still a peaceful place without the hustle and bustle of nearby Bradenton. I would recommend it to anyone ! This was my second year in a row visiting and the hosts (Bev and Len) were absolutely the greatest and so, very friendly. I look forward to yet another stay in the months to come !
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie O., Andover, MN

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing and friendly

Very comfortable. The whole time there was so laid back and relaxing.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cottage on the Manatee River

Nice property on the Manatee River with a dock and kayaks that are available for free use. Emerson Point Preserve is beautiful with hiking/biking trails and lots of birds. Everyone was very friendly. Lots of dogs on site since the owners rescue dogs.
Stayed 45 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kris B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very quaint and private.

Unfortunately the island had been devastated by Hurricane Helene. I am originally from this area, I expected what I saw on the island. With that said, the cottage was perfect for me and my pups! Bev was great to communicate with. I will definitely stay here again! This area is resilient, as it always has been. I will always support locals. I can’t wait to see how beautiful it will be on my next trip
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark T., Auburn NH

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samuel S., Deltona Florida

Liked: Cleanliness

Relax to the max

Awesome , relaxing quiet getaway
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stay on the Bay

The property was wonderful. A little home away from home feel.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristina S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet Oasis

My husband and I (plus 2 fur babies) enjoyed a long weekend away in snead island. We used the provided Kayaks and indulged onn the mango tree too. Cottage had all necessary amenities.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spring Getaway

This property was everything that I expected and I had a wonderful time. The Hosts were very, very friendly as well. Everything in the property listing was accurate, the scenery was wonderful and the Cottage was perfect (and in a perfect location for me). I needed some time away from my regular day-to-day activities and this gave me a place to simply relax and enjoy all that the gulf coast of Florida has to offer. Thanks for your hospitality! I would definitely wish to stay at this property again either later this year or next Spring!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christy P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Getaway!

The grounds are beautiful. The owners are very nice. Had a great long weekend! They are also very pet friendly too!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

merry R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Hosts!

We had a wonderful time at the cottage on Snead Island! It is certainly the most dog friendly place we have ever stayed. Len, Beverly and Smiley Miley are fabulous hosts and we couldn’t have felt more welcome and at home.
Stayed 28 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan P.

Liked: Cleanliness

March 24

Nice quiet location. Hosts were very friendly. Had a relaxing time.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

denise K.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Tired property, Nice host, Great location

Unfortunately, we had several issues with this tired property, The home owners who live on the property tried to remedy the situation unfortunately we had to leave 5 days ahead of our scheduled departure. They were nice enough to refund us. The Tiki bar was nice and shared with several friendly renters. The dock was nice but unfortunately so many dock lines and full slips made it difficult to fish off of. FYI no dishwasher. My mistake for not catching it on listing.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Janice

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
we were close to our daughter and
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karla W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing place near the water and hiking

Very convenient to places to go. Lovely dock with sunsets and relaxing. Hiking very close. Hosts are friendly and helpful. Cottage has everything we needed. Loved the screened in front porch.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Place

Everything was just as posted. The dock was wonderful and we were able to meet a really nice couple that was there. It is close by to whatever you need!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol Y.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Getaway!

This is a great location.... the beach themed cottage is perfect.. very clean! If you love to fish or just enjoy being by the water this is the place. Bev is a welcoming hostess. This is my second stay and I will definitely return!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fernando P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Getaway

Very quaint and quit place to stay. Able to keep boat dockside, minutes from really great fishing.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Go Birds!

We booked this trip for my husband’s 50th birthday so we could attend the Bucs vs Eagles game. We decided to stay someplace out of the hustle and bustle of the popular areas. Snead island is a nice getaway. We were super close to the nature reserve which was a cool surprise. We ventured to Gulfport for a boat tour and also Bradenton for a night out. St Pete was about 30ish min drive. In Palmetto, be sure to check out Dee’s for breakfast. The cottage was situated on the front of the owner’s property. We honestly hardly even knew they were there. They were very communicative through the booking process as well as the stay. The dock was a very short walk around the owners home. The property/area is pet friendly. We are animal lovers so it was not a bother to us at all. The owners dogs were secure in their home and we barely even knew they were there. The house was everything we needed. The floors are a little wonky, but it didn’t affect our stay. We would totally recommend this home away from home 😊 Thank you again to Bev and Len for being gracious hosts!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute little cottage!

Awesome little cottage by the water! Host was wonderful!
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Trip to Snead Island

The location is fabulous. It is a short walk on the property to the water's edge where there is a dock and a tiki to relax in. It was our go to place for wine at night. There is a preserve near by that is perfect for people and dogs. There are great walking trails, even in the shade, which is perfect for a dog in the summer heat.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie B., Pittsburgh Pa

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect getaway

We needed a place to stay with our 3 furkids close to family. This cottage was great, the views, OMG amazing views! When you pull into driveway you will see the cottage, a trailer, then the owners house then the pier. The little beach area the sand is wet. Bring a pair of long pants as the sand flies or something ate my legs up mid August. Knowing the temp was in the 90's and 100's i didn't think to pack. There is a tiki hut right next to the pier/dock. The view from either is incredible. You can watch dolphins and manatees daily. You can even fish off the dock, there's a fish cleaning station on the dock, or use their canoe. The hosts are very nice amazing people, I feel blessed to have met them and i can't forget to mention their sweet furkid Smiley Miley. We definitely plan on staying every time we visit FL.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ivette G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Birthday Mini getaway

All I wanted for my birthday was to get away with my fiancé, 4 fur babies and fishing rods and tackle for my birthday. This was the only place I found in all of florida that met these requirements. First of all the cottage is beautiful large, cozy and well decorated. There is a seperate laundry room with washer, dryer, ironing board. The 2 bedrooms are great sized (the master bedrom has the most amazing soft and warm blankets and pillows). The kitchenette area is stocked well with silverware, plates, & cookware to accomodate 2-4 people. The property is well maintaned and clean, really wish we had more time here. The location is well suited if you just want to relax, getaway, watch a beautiful sunset and enjoy life (and get some fishing done).
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara W.

Liked: Cleanliness

100% recommend! Can’t say enough good about this place!

We had a WONDERFUL stay. The ONLY issue we had was an issue with getting the door to lock, they came and fixed it quickly and right away. Great pet friendly place, very clean. The dock is GREAT for fishing, we caught so many we got tired of catching them. The home sets in front of the property owners home, the dock is directly behind their house. Very short walk. Had great lighting for night fishing, it’s beautiful to just go set out there at night and watch the dolphins and manatees. We saw a baby dolphin one night! Great community. Bev was very informative about things to do in the area. It’s so peaceful there, we loved getting up early and watching the birds in the yard, or going down to the dock to watch the wildlife. There’s a mango tree in the front yard, they welcomed us to it, and they were DELICIOUS! It’s very close to a ton of stuff to do, especially Emerson point. Lots of state parks in the area with fun things to do. Some of our favorite places to eat were Mr and Mrs crabs, the lazy lobster, peaches, and the crepe place. There’s a ton of great ice cream shops around the area. You’re very close to Walmart, Walmart fuel station, and a dollar general is right down the street. We loved the red barn flea market and farmers market. I 100% recommend this place, it’s close enough to everything, but far enough away from all the businesses to relax and enjoy the outdoors.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne N., Ellenton, Florida, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

When my AC went out during the hottest time in FL, Bev and Len provided a great little cottage for me and my pets. This is a late 1950's - mid-1960's 2 bedroom cottage. Kitchen has been redone nicely. Nice washer and dryer. Nice furniture. Yes, the floors are uneven because there is a crawl space for the pipes and to keep the heat down. This is typical old Florida. Snell Island is a beautiful gem that most people don't know about unless they are from FL, like me. The dock and tiki bar are great and the river is a delight. The fact that your pets can join at this price in FL is amazing! You also can't have better hosts than Bev and Len. I have travelled the world so I have lots of experience with these places. Great value. Great hosts. Great location.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023