The Moorings! Bring Your Boat to this Newly Renovated Home w/ Private Pool
Located on the Manatee River, this custom-built dream home offers a dose of the Florida lifestyle that will make it hard to ever leave. With amazing attention to detail, guest comfort and convenience, this home was recently remodeled and is ready to accommodate your dream vacation. The location of The Moorings is the best of many worlds, with the beaches of Anna Maria Island only 11 miles away by car, St. Pete and Tampa 25 miles, and Sarasota, host of the 2017 World Rowing Championship, only 18 miles away. The Moorings offers everything a waterfront home should with over 219 feet of water frontage with a dock that allows for a boat up to 40 feet. The intercostal waterways are just around the corner and the Gulf of Mexico not much further. No boat, no problem! Bring your fishing pole and drop a line from the private dock. Bask in the breeze off the Bayou and take in the Old Florida feel as the fishing is plentiful in the Manatee River, home to snook, redfish, and trout. Enjoy a peaceful float in your private pool, or take an afternoon snooze as you occasionally listen to the sounds of the swaying palms and gently breaking waves lap against the seawall. The evening isn’t complete without a cold beverage, grilling your catch of the day, and watching the game on the outdoor TV. Natural light fills the home and the kitchen with sliders that open up to the second story lanai, which overlooks the entire canal and bayou. While you may not be inclined to cook on vacation, we have a feeling this state of the art kitchen might just change your mind every once in a while. Cabinet storage is plenty and full of every kitchen gadget you could possibly need to prepare a family meal! Catch up on some of the movies you have been meaning to see while lounging in the grand living room. From the Florida style art work on the walls to the large sectional couch and overstuffed arm chairs, everything in this room is beautiful and plush. This home comes equipped with cable television and WiFi internet. After exploring Emerson Point in the morning, swimming in the turquoise blue Gulf of Mexico in the afternoon, and taking an after-dinner walk along the Bradenton Riverwalk, you are going to be exhausted! There are two master suites; one on each floor. Each has a king-sized bed, luxurious en-suite bathroom, and large walk-in closets. The third guestroom on the upper level has two twin-XL sized beds. Both king size bedrooms have a TV and all bedrooms have ceiling fans to keep you super comfortable for a restful sleep. Pack your bags and get ready for the best vacation of your life! We’ll see you on the water!
Maximum Parking: 3 vehicles (The garage is unfortunately not available to guests)
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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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
Frequently asked questions
Is The Moorings! Bring Your Boat to this Newly Renovated Home w/ Private Pool pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at The Moorings! Bring Your Boat to this Newly Renovated Home w/ Private Pool?
As of 9 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Moorings! Bring Your Boat to this Newly Renovated Home w/ Private Pool on 20 May 2026 start from AU$431, 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.
How much is parking at The Moorings! Bring Your Boat to this Newly Renovated Home w/ Private Pool?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at The Moorings! Bring Your Boat to this Newly Renovated Home w/ Private Pool?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Moorings! Bring Your Boat to this Newly Renovated Home w/ Private Pool?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is The Moorings! Bring Your Boat to this Newly Renovated Home w/ Private Pool located?
This family-friendly Palmetto holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Manatee County Agricultural Museum and Palmetto Historical Park. The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature and Manatee Performing Arts Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Great house will, well appointed and very clean. Private pool area , was a quiet and very relaxing. Close enough to all necessities for a great vacation. Perfect for a couple or small family.
This home is beautiful and so clean! The kitchen was super well stocked with plenty of utensils, 2 sets of dishes, glasses and silverware and pretty much everything you could possibly need. Theparking was very convenient with spaces in front of the garage and another to the left. The small neighborhood was lovely and quiet. We enjoyed the pool and the convenience of the grocery store, pharmacies and restaurants. We were able to get to parks and trails, St. Petersburg and St. Pete Beach easily. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
This was the prettiest backyard of any VRBO I’ve ever stayed at! And it had everything we needed to feel at home, including beach chairs, a cooler, and fishing gear! My kids caught a sting ray and tons of other fish. The heated pool was wonderful and Palmetto is conveniently located to access so many places!
We really enjoyed our stay at this house.
The ease of having our boat made all the difference as well as the location was near all we wanted to do.
THANKS SO MUCH!
This home is very beautiful inside and outside. It had everything we needed for our stay. The kitchen was well stocked with utensils, dishes and pots and pans. The pool and backyard were wonderful. Communication with the property manager was very well done. We really enjoyed our stay and would definitely stay here again.
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The house was beautiful and clean. The proximity to the public boat ramp and sandbars was fantastic. Parking was great for the truck and trailer. The nearby Publix was great for stocking up on groceries. The only thing we wish we had was a fridge downstairs. As someone who needs to work even on vacation the internet was a little slow so I would suggest taking a reliable hot spot.
Cecily Sue P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 July 2025
Thank you for the wonderful review. We stopped by the home and did a internet speed test in several different parts of the home. The internet download speed ranged from 182 MB/s to 331 MB/s. The internet speeds could have possibly been improved with an equipment reset during stay.
If you are looking for a relaxing time away from the hustle and bustle of the beaches, this spot is perfect for you and your family! The pool is refreshing after a day at the beach, and you can also watch movies as you soak in the jacuzzi.
This property is one of the cleanest rentals I’ve ever been in! And the decor is beautiful! It’s great that there are two master bedrooms. They also have a bathroom right by the pool which is very convenient. We saw several dolphins right by the boat dock. Would definitely stay here again!
The house was beautiful and spacious. There was plenty of room for all 6 of us to have our own space at times but also plenty of room to spend time together. The house was beautiful, the location was amazing. It was just what we were looming for in a vacation .
We had a wonderful time at the house. The kids stayed busy with the pool and fishing from the dock. There was a nice patio area next to the pool so we found ourselves outside most of the time. We even saw some dolphins and manatees swim by the dock!
The house and property was well designed and executed. Superbly Maintained and equipped . Landscaping and pool well above high expectations. We found a little piece of paradise
We loved the outdoor area with the pool so much! Need to treat for mosquitoes so people can enjoy it at night too. We got so many bug bites:(
The beds were also very hard.
Other than that the beach gear was amazing to have on site, great stocked kitchen for cooking. Grocery store and a cute little coffee shop right down the road. Very convenient location if staying in the area.
Don't miss the opportunity to stay at the Moorings! What a great time. Beautiful home with all the bells and whistles! Kudos to the owners for doing such a great job! We very much appreciated our home away from home and would love to come back! My son and I were on an extended vacation when we found the Moorings. Wonderful pool, and the entire patio area. We had a few friends over to spend the afternoon with us. Excellent home to just chill, or entertain in! Thank you again, we look forward to staying with you again! Try to keep this a secret in the meantime!Sincerely,Tim
Property is in a nice neighborhood in Palmetto.
House layout was nice and furnished well.
No red.tide at this location.
Enjoyed the outside jacuzzi, pool, & dock.
Unable to use the Jacuzzi tub in the master bath for the week.
Some of the kitchen cabinets were musty.
Bring shampoo, soap, etc.
Will definitely consider renting this property again.
The place was great. As nice as advertised on quiet street. It was a nice place to relax after a long day on the beach. We did some fishing on the dock. If i had to pick something to complain about, it would be the downstairs bedroom mattress. It was VERY firm. Upstairs matress was quite comfortable. Also be prepared for mosquitos. It wasnt a big problem for us, however. Citronella candle and spray outside and wasn't too bad.
Home was as pictured and backyard was a tropical oasis. Enjoyed ourselves so much. Home does have some maintenance issues which have been reported to PM (some kitchen cabinets doors falling off, loose pool tiles, plumbing issues reported in upstairs hall bath & sewage smell a few times in downstairs shower). Also, had trouble operating TVs but Alex was super nice & quick to help. Surprised that Neighborhood is mostly lower income except for waterfront homes. Even with the issues above, the trip was very enjoyable especially being on the beautiful canal & having an incredible outdoor area to enjoy. Home is spacious and furnished nicely for indoor enjoyment as well.
Karen S.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Sept 2023
Thank you for the review and sharing the maintenance items with us. We unfortunately were not able to recreate the sewage smell in the downstairs bathroom, but this may be related to the City's sewer system, which with lots of rain and so close to the water could potentially at times cause an odor due to drainage.
The house is absolutely beautiful and the back yard oasis balances both views and privacy. Don’t let the lovely foliage fool you, there is plenty of sun out there. The location was a great starting point for places we were going which was everywhere and every direction. If there are any visitors that have difficulty getting around, please know this is a split floor plan with stairs to get in the front door as well. It did not affect our group at all but worth mentioning. Some days when traffic was a struggle getting over the bridge to Bradenton etc, and we did not want to head to Anna Maria Island, we stayed in the back yard oasis and felt just as relaxed. Short drive to park and walk the bridge and boardwalk. One of our neighbors even had a boat docked that is from where we are from. What a small world! I would absolutely book this place again.
Our favorite rental after years of vacations in Florida. We visit our family here several times a year, it is always the first place I check and have changed our travel dates if I see an open week.