Blue Bayou - Charming home with heated pool, tiki and OPTIONAL BOAT DOCKAGE | House in Bradenton

9.8 (28 Reviews) |   3 Bedrooms  2 Bathrooms  7 Guests
Harbor Hills House | Blue Bayou - Charming home with heated pool, tiki and OPTIONAL BOAT DOCKAGE

3 Bedroom House in Harbor Hills, Bradenton

Old and new Florida charm coexist for a relaxing and comfortable stay in this clean, charming, newly renovated home tucked in a treasure location between all that is tropical, beach, and water. Our location is unique in that you do not have the expense of staying directly on the water yet have access to a dock (just steps from the property) for boat dockage. There is a neighborhood bridge with a 84” clearance at king high tide.
Coming with boats and trailers? Not a problem. Thanks to the exuberant amount of parking on this property, you can arrive and unload your gear, trailer the boat to the boat ramp 2 blocks away, park the trailer back at your doorstep, and dock the boat steps from your temporary abode. Being a boating family, one of our greatest goals was to make access to the water as easy and cost efficient as possible.
The prize of this home is the backyard oasis. The myriad of sunny days, 249 per year, is the inspiration for this tropical getaway within a getaway. Beginning with the refreshing saltwater pool (heated for an additional fee) and ending with the stately 390 square foot tiki hut with ambient lighting, the in-betweens will delight also such as the propane firepit for cool evenings, the outside shower for a convenient rinse (especially after a salty day on the water), the convenient outside-access half bath, and spacious turf for cornhole and other game-playing. This oasis will continue to pull you outdoors for entertaining and relaxing with a grill and grill tools for preparing your catch of the day, a full-size fridge for easy access to libations and snacks, a teak table for dining for 8, and lounge seating and a large TV under the tiki.
Palma Sola Bay Beach - less than 2 miles
Holmes Beach - about 6 miles
Anna Maria Island - less than 7 miles
Bradenton Beach - about 8 miles
Please help us be respectful to the residents of this wonderful community by honoring a quiet time after 10pm.
DISCLAIMER - PLEASE BE AWARE THIS HOME IS NOT WATERFRONT BUT DOES HAVE ACCESS TO A DOCK ACROSS THE STREET FOR BOAT DOCKAGE ONLY.
** Pool can be heated upon request and additional fee of $35 per day.
Mermaid Bedroom – Sleeps 2
• Master suite
• Comfortable king bed
• TV
• Blackout curtains
• Full size dresser
• Lounging chair
• Mermaid nightstands
• Lamps
• Alarm clock
• Ceiling fan and dimmable light
• Wainscoting ceiling
• Plenty of closet storage
Pelican Bedroom – Sleeps 2
• Comfortable queen bed
• TV
• Dresser
• Lounging chair
• Standing full mirror
• Nightstands
• Lamps
• Alarm clock
• Ceiling fan and light
• Plenty of closet storage
Tropical Village Bunkroom – Sleeps 3
• Comfortable twin bed
• Comfortable bunk bed
• Wardrobe with drawers
• Reading nook with children’s books and floor pillows
• Lamp
• Alarm clock
• Ceiling fan and light
• Plenty of closet storage
Master Bathroom
• New toilet
• New vanity
• New lighting and mirror
• Clean shower and tub
• Towel racks
• New farmhouse flooring
• Shampoo & shower gel
• Blow dryer
• Linen closet
Bathroom
• Toilet
• Vanity
• New lighting and mirror
• Clean shower and tub
• Towel racks
• Shampoo & shower gel
1/2 Bathroom – Outside Access
• Under air with access from patio
• New toilet
• New vanity
• New lighting and mirror
• Towel rack
• New farmhouse flooring
Lounge Room
• Cocktail table arcade game
• TV
• Play Station 2
• Comfortable seating
• Collection of family-friendly DVDs
• DVD player
• Collection of board games
Kitchen and Beverage Bar
• Fridge with ice maker and water dispenser
• Stove/oven
• Microwave
• Dishwasher
• Bar stools
• Garbage disposal
• Keurig coffee maker
• Traditional coffee maker and filters
• Toaster
• Blender
• Hand mixer
• Can opener
• Crock pot - small
• Hand mixer
• Waffle maker
• Tea kettle
• Pots and pans
• Diningwear and utensils
• Cookwear and utensils
• Bakewear and utensils
• Servewear and utensils
• Drinkwear
• Measuring spoons and cups
• Tumblers
Livingroom
• Comfortable couches -2
• Beanbag
• Side tables
• Lamp
• TV
• Collection of DVDs
• DVD player
Linens
• Quality bed sheets and pillows
• Extra blankets
• Bath towels, bath sheets, bathmats, hand towels, washcloths and make-up towels
• Beach towels
• Kitchen towels, oven mitts and hot pads
Complementary Welcome Basket
• Kitchen trash bags
• Dishwasher soap
• Laundry soap
• Paper towels
• Disinfectant wipes
• Bottled water
• Snacks
Complementary Consumables
• Dish soap
• Dish sponge
• Hand soap (kitchen and bathrooms)
• Toilet paper
• Bath tissue (2 full bathrooms)
• Shampoo & shower gel
• Propane tanks (grill and firepit)
• Coffee filters
• K-cups (coffee & hot cocoa)
• Salt & Pepper
Additional Perks
• Free internet/WiFi
• Beach chairs
• Cornhole boards and bags
• Backyard Jenga
• Beach canopy
• Beach toys
• Beach blanket
• Children's fishing poles - 2
• Pool Noodles
• Bikes -2
• Pack-N-Play (sheets not provided)
• Highchair
• Iron and iron board
• Washer and dryer
• Keyless Entry

Blue Bayou - Charming home with heated pool, tiki and OPTIONAL BOAT DOCKAGE is located in Harbor Hills. Blue Bayou - Charming home with heated pool, tiki and OPTIONAL BOAT DOCKAGE provides accommodation, featuring Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Kitchen, Bedding/Linens, among other amenities. This House features Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Kitchen, Bedding/Linens, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Blue Bayou - Charming home with heated pool, tiki and OPTIONAL BOAT DOCKAGE has 3 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 7 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Harbor Hills has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Harbor Hills, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pool
TV
View
Private Pool
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • 2+ bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Bathtub or shower
Bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Dining table
  • Dining room
  • Living room
Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Water dispenser
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Stovetop
Laundry
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry facilities
Ocean view
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
Parking
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
Activities
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Bicycle on site
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayak on site
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
Entertainment
  • Games
  • DVD player
  • Video library
  • Video games
  • Smart TV
General
  • Unit size: 1615 sq ft (150 sq m)
Guest Services
  • Children's books
  • Highchair
  • Children's games
  • Travel crib
  • Iron/ironing board
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Firepit
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
Security/Safety
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Spa
  • Private pool

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

Reviews

Kara L.
Jul 29, 2025 11:13:11 PM
Review Score:   10
Summary: We had a wonderful trip and the house was fantastic. We’ve stayed in many rentals and this was by far the most stocked and cleanest. They even provided more outdoor items (for beach and pool) than listed. We utilized all of the things and went to nearly all of the recommended restaurants and all were fantastic! The house was as close to everything we wanted to visit and the backyard was great for our family! I even had contact with the owners (our issues not house issues) and they were so kind, responsive and helpful! I cannot say enough good things. Book the trip and enjoy paradise!
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