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1950 sq. ft. TWO HOMES. ONE INCREDIBLE BACKYARD.
Grinning Gecko is designed for families and groups who want to vacation together — without having to live on top of each other.
You'll have a spacious 3-bedroom main house PLUS a separate private pool house with its own queen bedroom, ensuite bathroom and workspace.
That means grandparents can have their own space. Another family can have privacy. Parents can put the kids to bed and still enjoy the evening. Everyone can be together when they want to be — and spread out when they don't.
Then there's the backyard: a heated saltwater pool, oversized lanai, outdoor kitchen, pizza oven, putting green, bocce court, arcade and fire pit.
It's less like renting a house and more like having your own private family resort.
Dog friendly with fenced yard
Heated saltwater pool
WHY FAMILIES LOVE GRINNING GECKO
TWO HOMES IN ONE BOOKING
Stay together while giving grandparents, another family or adults their own private space.
THE POOL IS THE CENTER OF THE VACATION
Enjoy a heated saltwater pool, pool toys, plenty of loungers and a huge outdoor living area.
MAKE DINNER PART OF THE FUN
Cook together in the fully equipped kitchen or take the party outside to the outdoor kitchen and pizza oven.
KIDS HAVE PLENTY TO DO
Arcade games, foosball, skee-ball, darts, putting green, bocce, cornhole, life-size Jenga and more.
FAMILY-FRIENDLY FROM THE START
Pack 'n Play, bassinet, changing table, high chair, stroller, children's dishes, pool safety gate and beach gear are all provided.
BRING THE WHOLE FAMILY
Dogs are welcome, and the fenced yard gives them room to enjoy the vacation too.
BEACH DAY OR POOL DAY?
Anna Maria Island beaches are approximately 6 miles away, and we provide beach chairs, umbrella, cooler, wagon and beach toys.
Unique Benefits
WHAT OUR GUESTS LOVE
“Great for families and pets!”
“The host's efforts to accommodate us were the best!”
“The house had everything we needed and then some!”
“The pool area was our favorite place to hang out.”
“Everyone had the option of being together or doing their own thing.”
That's exactly what we designed Grinning Gecko to do.
We loved this neighborhood due the central location to IMG, AMI, GT Bray Park and Bradenton, Sarasota and the smaller towns along the coast. A few miles in any direction takes you to an all new adventure.
2.5 miles to IMG Academy
6 miles to Anna Maria Island
Walking Distance to G.T. Bray Park
YOUR OWN PRIVATE BACKYARD RESORT
You may come to Florida for the beaches — but don't be surprised if you end up spending most of your vacation at home.
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| Rate Period | Nightly | Weekend Night | Weekly | Monthly | Min Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Nov 20 - Nov 28 2026 | $400 | $425 | $2,565 | $9,500 | 5 nights |
Dec 21 2026 - Jan 02 2027 | $400 | $425 | $2,565 | $9,500 | 5 nights |
Jan 15 - Jan 17 2027 | $350 | $375 | $2,250 | $8,500 | 3 nights |
Feb 01 - Feb 11 2027 | $350 | $375 | $2,250 | $8,500 | 4 nights |
Feb 12 - Apr 09 2027 | $500 | $500 | $3,150 | $12,600 | 5 nights |
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