Apartment

The Seahorse Cottage

Waterfront apartment with kitchen and balcony

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Outdoor dining
Exterior detail
Living area
Room
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Bradenton, FL
  • Place, Riverwalk
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, LECOM Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

The Seahorse Cottage

Our private, old Florida, suite located in historic downtown Bradenton with spacious back deck, king bed, sitting area, kitchen, fast FREE WiFi & parking. Walk to the Riverfront where you will enjoy dining, shopping and some amazing waterfront views. Just minutes to AMI beaches, shops, and endless fun. Walkable to local museums, Planetarium, IMG and other local favorites. Nestled in a quiet neighborhood this suite makes for an enjoyable, peaceful stay.



The Seahorse Cottage is located on a large lot 2 blocks from downtown Bradenton, royal palm tree lined streets and front yard views of the Manatee River. Birds sing with calm coastal breezes. Off street parking, and large deck with several seating areas. Close to world renowned beaches. Mini-split system provides AC and heat which you control. Bikes are on site and available for use during your stay.



ITEMS WE PROVIDE:

LINENS/TOWELS:

Bath Towel - 1 per guest (1 extra per bathroom)

Hand Towel - 1 per guest (1 extra in each shared bathroom)

Wash cloths - 1 per guest

Make-up removal wash cloths - 1 per adult guest (1 extra per bathroom)

Beach towels - 1 per guest



Clean bed linens, quilts, and pillows for each bed. An extra set of sheets and pillow will be provided for the trundle bed.



HOUSE SUPPLIES/TOILETRIES: Complimentary Starter Supply

2 rolls of toilet paper per bathroom

Shampoo/Conditioner/Shower Gel - dispensers in each bathroom

Small trash bags - 3 per small can

Hair Dryer

2 rolls of paper towels - 1 on 1 under sink

A new kitchen sponge

Travel size dish soap

Large trash bags - 1 per night up to 7 nights



BEACH SUPPLIES:

1 beach umbrella

1 beach towel per guest

1 cooler

Beach chairs (minimum of 4)



COFFEE STATION: Complimentary starter supply

K-Cups

Small package of ground coffee

Creamers



The Seahorse Cottage is for your exclusive enjoyment. Private entrance and space. The large backyard deck is a shared area with 2 other cottages on this large property. Laundry area is available for stays longer than 5 days upon request. You are responsible for your own laundry supplies.



We do not want to disturb you during your vacation, but if you need us, do not hesitate to reach out. Functional smoke detectors, fire extinguishers, and first aid kit in unit. Hospitals are minutes away if needed.



The Seahorse Cottage is in an amazing area. It is centrally location by the Manatee River, close to downtown, and world renowned beaches.



IMG Academy: 4.2 miles

Bradenton Area Convention Center: 1.3 miles

Anna Maria Island Beaches: 8 miles

UTC Mall In Sarasota: 11 miles Sarasota Airport: 8 miles

St Pete/Clearwater Airport: 28.9 miles

St. Armands Circle and Lido Beach: 11 miles

Siesta Key Beach: rated #1 beach in USA - 16 miles.

Bradenton Riverwalk (riverfront biking, jogging, playground, splash park, volleyball and bike/skate park): 5 minute walk

South Florida Museum & Planetarium (with Manatees!!)- 1 mile.

LECOM park: Pittsburgh Pirates spring training facility - 1 mile.

Sarasota Jungle Gardens: 9.2 miles.

Mote Aquarium: (More manatees) 12 miles.



Favorite Restaurants We Love! Breakfast/Lunch:

Sage Biscuit downtown Bradenton

Peaches (numerous locations) with fresh squeezed orange and grapefruit juice.

Lunch/dinner:

Pier 22 outdoor dining on the river

Riverhouse Grill in Palmetto waterfront (great view)

Motorworks Brewing (outside Jenga, corn hole, outside entertainment with great food and even better craft brews)- .8 miles



There are plenty of Uber’s and Freebie. There is also the Gulf Island Ferry within walking distance from the property, which runs daily to Anna Maria Island (you must purchase tickets).



Please keep the Cottage clean and tidy, and more important enjoy yourself and the beauty of the surrounding area! You are responsible for the safety of yourself and guests. We take pride in preparing our cottage for each guest and in doing so, we take inventory of the household contents. If anything happens to be broken, missing, or if extra cleaning is needed after your stay, please understand that additional charges may be incurred. Please NO SMOKING in the unit. When smoking outdoors, PLEASE BE RESPECTFUL OF OTHER GUESTS ON SITE.



Please note we do not offer refunds of any kind for any reason if it’s outside of the cancellation policy in place. Airbnb offers trip insurance for each reservation that can be purchased at time of reservation. If you missed this opportunity at the time of reservation, you will need to seek private trip insurance, IF YOU WANT TO SECURE CANCELLATION OUTSIDE OF THE CANCELLATION PERIOD.



3 steps to enter the back deck and access front door. Outside deck and yard are shared spaces. Outside ONLY security cameras are on parking area.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Bradenton

Located in Bradenton, this apartment is on the waterfront. Shoppers can check out Mall at University Town Center, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Tampa Bay and Coquina Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at LECOM Park or IMG Bollettieri Tennis Academy.
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Bradenton, FL

What's nearby

  • Riverwalk - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Manatee Memorial Hospital - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • LECOM Park - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • IMG Academy - 11 min drive - 8.3 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Oak & Stone - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Pier 22 - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Orange Blossom Coffee Shop - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Sage Biscuit Cafe Downtown - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Lost Kangaroo Pub - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Seahorse Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Seahorse Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Seahorse Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Seahorse Cottage located?

Situated on the waterfront, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Riverwalk and The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature. Manatee Performing Arts Center and LECOM Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl A.

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

Sea Horse Cottage 3/30-4/2/25

The Sea Horse Cottage and Bradenton area were charming and beautiful....we had a nice time!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan O.

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

Great Location

We enjoyed our stay. It is a very private and quiet neighborhood within walking distance of restaurants by the water. Randy was very accommodating in all communications.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Capt Mike S.

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

Nice place

Left a day early and enjoyed stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Linda S.

Very good place to stay.

Everything was super!
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

blawson144

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

Perfect Getaway!!!

This was the perfect spot for us. Close to everything in the Bradenton area. Nice quiet neighborhood. Hosts were great at communicating. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randy L.

Beautiful cottage

Loved the location! Nice quiet place to stay! We really enjoyed staying in the seahorse cottage. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Meagan K.

Awesome bed, great accommodations and very friendly owners!

Was great for our weekend getaway. Location is 15 minutes from the beach and seconds from the water. Very welcoming!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey P.

Great place

This place was a great find. Walkable to downtown Bradenton, nicely appointed and clean. Thoughtful and attentive caretakers. You can’t go wrong.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Gregg R.

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

New Year 2023

Easy rental. No hassle. Excellent location. Has everything two people need for a quiet getaway in Bradenton and surrounding area.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Sally P.

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

Cozy Place Near River

We stayed at the Seahorse Cottage for 2 nights while visiting family. It suited us for the amount of time we were there. It is typical of "Old Bradenton" - small and quaint with period charm.PROS:Very clean.Nicely decorated.Quiet neighborhood.Very convenient to the riverfront, Riverwalk, and restaurants.Well suited for 2 people.Very good price.CONS:Low water pressure (but this might be the case for the entire neighborhood).Without natural sunlight, the lighting is rather dim.No dishwasher and a very small stove would not be amenable to making full meals. However, the refrigerator is newer and large.Great for 2 people but I can't really see it fitting 4 unless the other 2 were small children.Confusing checkout time - Vrbo and some info in the unit said 11am. Other info said 10am. Owner verified 10am.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved the place. It was perfect. The covered car port was great. The lights outside were perfect at night time coming in. The bed was very comfortable. And the location is perfect. A perfect retreat we will stay again if the opportunity arises. Susan.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carson F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fine stay and I recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Elaine W.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location

Our stay at Seahorse cottage near the river.

The property was cute and perfect size for us. There was an issue with the door lock and first night we were locked out for about an hour and a half…. Mostly because I had done something wrong but it took a long time and the help of a nice couple of young people who helped us reach Randy and eventually we got in. We had no experience with those key pads but there should have been a bright light near it so we could see! The cottage must have had water damage during the hurricane because the place smelled musty and I was worried about mold because of my allergies. All and all it was a really nice location and I would stay there again
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

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

Everything was great.

The location is a short drive of 5-7 miles to the beach. Everything was clean and well kept. I brought 3 high school graduates and our stay was comfy. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn A B.

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

Just perfect!

Cute little place, very quiet, so close to Riverwalk.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terri E.

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

Great accommodations and location!

Loved Barb and Randy’s place! Clean and cozy, and had everything we needed for our stay in Bradenton. We would book their place again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sandra A.

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

A Delightful Experience

We can’t find enough superlative words to describe our long term stay with Randy & Barb. They were so helpful & always a delight to visit with even though they are super busy. The accommodations were spotless & we had everything we needed in our one bedroom suite. The location was perfect for our needs. We would definitely recommend this unit & plan to return.
Stayed 58 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steph M.

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

Iowa friends

Randy-Barb were very nice and fun to go see the movie on his deck. Loved his dogs but Charlie wasn’t much for play. Definitely would come and stay again when everything gets opened again. Thanks

10/10 Excellent

Robert P.

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

Very Nice

As advertised. we enjoye it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was very well maintained. The host were very friendly and most accommodating. The room was very spacious and clean. Direction of parking and location of the room are perfect. Our stay was very nice.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Janna J.

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

The perfect place to experience old Florida

The space is great. The neighborhood is perfection. If you like the old Florida vegetation, great old houses nearby, a stunning river walk, and fabulous sushi nearby then this is the place for you.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

DONNA L.

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

Nice place!

Thanks, Randy for a nice stay! Enjoyed your place. So close to downtown Bradenton with great eating options.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Eric S.

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

Clean and cozy place.

Highly recommended. Eric and Mira s.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

DONNA L.

Perfect Florida cottage!

We loved the quiet and quaintness of the neighborhood. I walked to the water & then around the block to see such interesting charming Florida homes! The cottage is spacious with the most amazing square shower head! Thick, luxurious towels, too! So clean & tidy! We appreciated all the menus and brochures for restaurants and things to do. Nobody is more friendly than Randy! His easy outgoing personality added so much to our vacation stay. Thank you for a wonderful stay for our first VRBO! We certainly recommend this! Don't pass this up!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Steven N.

The accomodations were just right for us

Very nice and quiet location, very nice hosts, Randy and Barb, the location was easy to find and had easy access for us as we took several trips during the day. Randy and Barb were available if needed and always asked if we needed anything for our stay. Upon arrival we were greeted by Randy and noticed how clean the cottage was for us. Being a first time user of this type of stay I was very pleased, and will use VRBO again- also the weather was perfect for the entire 8 days we were there-- Thank you again-- Steve and Ginny Nucci
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2019

About the host

Hosted by Randy Hoffman

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Languages:

English