April & May Special! Heated Pool, Gazebo, Pond, & Fire Pit~ mins to Beach & IMG

Inquire for SPECIAL OFFER for remaining dates in January and February!

You deserve this! Embrace the warmth and soak up the sun in this serene tropical wonderland, featuring:
Heated Pool Romantic Gazebo Stone Firepit Lily Pond BBQ Grill
Games Galore w/Ping Pong, Shuffleboard, Foosball, Pacman, Cornhole
Chef's kitchen 3 King Beds Baby Amenities EV Charger
4 miles to Anna Maria Island Beach Gear Complimentary
Dogs Welcome Easy boat parking 10 min walk to Jet Ski on the Bay
Book your getaway today at Backyard Wonderland and let the fun begin!

At 3550 sq. ft, there is plenty of space for everyone to spread out. There is a total of 4 bedrooms + den with 10 BEDS:
3 king beds, high quality memory foam mattress
2 queen beds, high quality memory foam mattress
3 twins- all on level ground. No bunks!
1 high quality queen air mattress
1 queen size sofabed

HUGE entertainment room:
75in TV
Foosball table
Shuffleboard table
Large sectional leather sofa
Dedicated desk and nook for reading

Bathrooms (2 1/2):
Downstairs: full bathroom with 3 sinks and 2 shower heads in the master bathroom; 1/2 bathroom on the first floor. Showers and toilets on the first floor are equipped with grab bars for safety
Upstairs: full bathroom with shower/tub combo and 4 sinks

Extra safety features:
Grab bars in downstairs bathrooms
Motion night lights
Patio door alarm
Wide doorways for accessibility

Complimentary for our guests:
Linens, towels, and a small supply of pool toys*
Beach gear (cooler, wagon, umbrella, & beach chairs)*
Starter supply* of coffee & tea, toilet paper, paper towels, laundry detergent, & dish soap
*Guests should inspect all equipment prior to use and use at own risk.*

After an exciting day on the beach, come home to unwind in our tropical backyard paradise, where you can dip in the heated pool, make some refreshing drinks, and grill up fresh seafood and gourmet burgers. There is plenty of room for EVERYONE at the table with multiple seating options around the expansive kitchen island, large breakfast nook, and formal dining table.

Our home is an ideal home base for families seeking a relaxing and peaceful getaway. We provide pack n play and highchair as well as kid-friendly plates & utensils. Full size cribs can be easily rented and delivered to the house.

There's plenty for kids to do-
Swim in the pool
Roast s'mores around the beautiful stone firepit
Face off on the ping pong table, shuffleboard, or Foosball
Feed goldfish in our backyard pond
Play board games in the family room, outdoor lanai, or gazebo
Watch a movie on the big 75in screen in the entertainment room
Take a short walk to Palma Sola Bay to jet ski & Portosueno Park to spot manatees

Adults can relax and recharge-
Unwind with a glass of wine in the outdoor gazebo or by the fire pit
Take a dip in the heated & lighted pool at night when kids are sleeping
Practice yoga and/or meditation every morning in the gazebo amid birds chirping
Gather around the expansive kitchen island for morning coffee/tea with family and friends
Put on your chef hat and fire up the grill
Take a relaxing stroll around the neighborhood in the morning before kids wake up
Play a round of golf at nearby Manatee public golf course, or book a pickleball/tennis court at GT Bray Park

Our property is:
Walking distance to Palma Sola Bay
5 minutes drive to boat ramp, Warner's Bayou
8 minutes to Anna Maria Beaches
8 minutes to GT Bray Park for Pickleball/Tennis
10 minutes to Pirates Spring Training, LECOM Park
11 minutes to IMG
3 minutes to Publix Supermarket
5 minutes to Starbucks, Panera, & Fresh Market

Distance to local attractions:
Warner’s Bayou boat ramp: 2 miles
Anna Maria Island: 4 miles
Robinson Preserve: 3 miles
IMG Sports academy: 5 miles
LECOM Park: 5 miles
Manatee Golf course: 4 miles
Downtown Bradenton: 5 miles
Desoto National Memorial: 2 miles
Mote Aquarium & Lido keys: 18 miles
Siesta Keys: 22 miles
Clearwater/St Pete beach: 50 miles
Tampa Busch Garden: 56 miles
Disneyworld: 105 miles

Distance from nearby airports:
Sarasota/Bradenton (SRQ): 21 minutes
St Petes/Clearwater (PIE): 45 minutes
Tampa International (TPA): 51 minutes

Please review and agree to our house rules prior to booking. Our property is not intended for guests who plan to invite a lot of visitors or have large noisy gatherings.

Quiet time is from 10PM-7AM per city ordinance. Noise must be kept at a reasonable level at all times and PLEASE do not let younger guests scream or yell excessively while playing in our backyard. Our home is in a very quiet, safe residential neighborhood. Excessive noise (day or night) disturbs our neighbors greatly. We use noise monitoring technology to monitor noise inside and outside our property. Parties or noise complaints from neighbors may be subject to forfeiture of entire security deposit and immediate cancellation of stay with no refunds. Guests will be alerted for excessive noise and we kindly ask for a prompt response. Of note, this property would not be a good fit for guests who plan to invite a lot of visitors. Please discuss visitors with host.

Our pool is heated up to 86 degrees from November through April. On colder days (< 70 degrees), our pool may not reach set temperature as the electric pool heaters rely on ambient air. NOTE: We do not have a spa. The small area of the pool is a nice sitting area but the temperature is the same as the pool. Please observe these pool rules:
Do not leave children unattended outside
Turn on patio door alarm
No excessive yelling or screaming at any time as this disturbs our older neighbors & the community
No glass, or anything breakable in or around the pool
Swim at your own risk. This is a private home and there is no lifeguard
No diving

For guests considering bringing their pet:
While we are a pet friendly property, only dogs are allowed, with a max of TWO dogs per stay. We welcome well behaved dogs that are fully house trained, at least 1 year old, & weigh less than 50 lbs. Hypoallergenic breeds are preferred. Pets will need to be approved in advance and guests must agree to our pet house rules below. Extra pet cleaning fee ($250+) may be taken from the security deposit if evidence of urine is found inside the home or pet feces found inside and/or in the backyard.

Pet House Rules:
Pets must be kenneled or crated if left alone at the property. Guests must bring own crate or purchase one locally (Pet Supermarket is 5 minutes drive from the house)
When outside the property, pets must kept on a leash (no more than 10 ft in length)
Please do not allow pets on furniture
Clean up and pick up after your pets. Please, no dog poop or urine stains in our home or backyard

Please do not use indoor fireplace. Rather, enjoy the outdoor firepit by the gazebo. We do not supply firewood as they are easy breeding ground for mold and bugs. Firewood can be easily purchased at Publix, 5 minutes from the house.

If using the outdoor BBQ grill, please shut off propane after each use and clean grill after each use. Cleaning supplies can be found under the kitchen sink.

We do our best to maintain the quality of our property by taking care of it inside and out. While we ask our weekly maintenance crew to come before guests arrive, sometime it is not possible due to their busy schedules. Occasionally, you might see our lawncare, pool, pest, and pond maintenance vendors on the property.

Our property is privately owned home, and therefore sometimes appliances or household systems (HVAC, Plumbing, WIFI, etc.) may unexpectedly malfunction. While we will do everything in our power to address any functionality issues as quickly as possible, we cannot offer refunds- full or partial, cancellations, or alternate accommodations unless the property is deemed uninhabitable.

Please also note Florida is a buggy state. The outside perimeter of our home is professionally sprayed regularly to control endemic insects. However, please understand it is not possible to get rid of all bugs, so make sure to pack bug spray.

We strongly encourage our guests to purchase travel insurance as it provides the peace of mind and financial protection in case unexpected events occur. Unfortunately, we do not process refunds outside of the cancellation policy. Thank you for understanding!
Check-in time: 16:00
Check-out time: 10:00

Unique Benefits

We have an amazing backyard with beautiful pool, gazebo and pond, perfect for guests to relax and rewind. At 3550 square footage, there is plenty of space for everyone.

Why Kids Love It

Kids LOVE our pool and backyard fun! Families enjoy taking a stroll to nearby Portosueno Park to see the manatees. There are multiple rental places for jet skis and horseback riding- all within walking distance from the property.

Attractions Within Walking Distance

Palma Sola Bay- Rose Park and Portosueno Park
Manatee watching
Jetski
Beach horseback riding