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The "Grouper"

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A beach with clear turquoise water, a sandy shore, and a road with vehicles.
A covered patio area with wicker furniture, a metal table, and a view of a grassy yard.
A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a wardrobe, a mirror, and a door leading to a bathroom.
A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, and a refrigerator. There's a dining area with a wooden table and black office chair. A black sofa with patterned cushions is against the wall.
A two-story house with a green exterior, a blue door, and orange trim.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Sleeps 2•1 bedroom•1 bed

Popular amenities

  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchenette
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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Bradenton, FL
  • Place, Palma Sola Bay
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Florida Maritime Museum at Cortez
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Bridge Street
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Dining area

About this property

The "Grouper"

Surround yourself with style in this standout space. A 1-bedroom efficiency cottage. Approx 1.5 Miles to the Beach. It's Very Secluded with a Privacy Fence Surrounding it. Super-Fast Wi-Fi, Pet Friendly! Outdoor grill located on the patio.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3737236vb
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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

About the area

Bradenton

Located near the beach, this cottage is in Sunny Shores, a neighbourhood in Bradenton. Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Bradenton Beach and Coquina Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at IMG Bollettieri Tennis Academy, or consider a night out at Tarpon Bay Grill and Tiki Bar.
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Bradenton, FL

What's nearby

  • Palma Sola Bay - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Florida Maritime Museum at Cortez - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Blue Water Explorers - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • beach near Bridge Street - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Coquina Beach - 8 min drive - 5.8 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Anna Maria Oyster Bar on the Pier - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Daquiri Deck Bradenton Beach - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Beach House Waterfront Restaurant - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The "Grouper" pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at The "Grouper"?

As of 8 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The "Grouper" on 21 Aug 2026 start from AU$303, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at The "Grouper"?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The "Grouper"?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The "Grouper" located?

Located in Sunny Shores, this cottage is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Palma Sola Bay and within 3 miles (5 km) of Anna Maria Sound and Bradenton Beach Marina. Bradenton Beach and Fish Hole Adventure Golf are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 73 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 73 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 73 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 73 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 73 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Savannah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay, close to shops and beach!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tammi B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good value for our stay in Bradenton!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amber F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location…the host thought of everything!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ken h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Place was great, the bed was very comfortable and we loved the new screened in porch.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

wanda milagros B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a nice area , parking secure and a cozy environment
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location to Anna Maria Island-real “old Florida” feel.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Honestly, everything was so great about this property! Love the location! Everything was clean and neat and tidy!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the location! Just a short walk across the street to the beach! Close the the Cortez bridge and marina for easy dining and getting off the Island easily! Very clean and outfitted with all we needed! Having beach chairs in good condition was a real plus! The courtyard is so well kept and we used the grill and ate outside! We had a great stay!!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alexa T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Place was very clean upon arrival and newly renovated. Very close to island both by walking and driving.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

deborah f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short stay to see a friend that was in the area it was a great olace
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Randy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice, clean place
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lana

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
I would recommend this place to anyone! It was extremely clean and neat, and we had a lovely time here! The host was very responsive and kind too. Overall, this place was above my expectations and a great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kim T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I had a lovely time at the Grouper. The house was easily marked The Grouper and easy parking! The apartment is as advertised. Perfect and beachy!!!All local places for food, eating out, clothing, are a short drive. The drive to Anna Maria Island is less than 3 minutes. I hope to visit again real soon. I want to stay here whenever possible.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean place. Comfortable bed. Easy to access. Great experience. Only downside is that it took a lot longer to get on to Anna Maria Island than expected due to traffic, but the stay itself was great!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Harold S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Great location.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Dawn E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The hosts were responsive and the bed was very comfy.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Will

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The place was clean, great location. They have everything you need in the place except for shampoo. Independent entrance, a cute patio for outside meals and quiet and enjoyable neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Margaret E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was fine.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Taylor B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay here. So close to AMI
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

savana w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful little place to stay only minutes away from the beach! Very cozy and clean!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

TORY S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If you don't mind being off the beaten path, this is an incredible find, just minutes from the island beaches. Neat, clean and nicely appointed efficiency apartment. Parking in front of your unit with a side patio with grill and equipped with TVs and comfortable bedding. It was our first time with VRBO and no hassle registration with clear instructions for entry made this a very enjoyable experience. We would definitely come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Rami I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Couple of issues when we first got there, but once the host found out about it, she resolved it very quickly and was very responsive. Great location this time of year the traffic to get on the beach was horrendous so you have to plan accordingly to beat the traffic overall great little place close to the beach beaches and for the price absolutely worth it! We hope to be back soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sherry S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice accommodation

Very clean and nice place .
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alice

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and suited our stay for 2 nights.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

The DIY B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect!

Great little place to stay in a convenient location! Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

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