Canalfront Bradenton Home w/ Dock & Pool!
House in Cortez, FL
10 guests · 4 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area
About this house rental
Escape from your everyday routine at the 'Mermaid Villa,' a modern 3-bedroom, 2-bath vacation rental just over 2 miles from Bradenton Beach! Featuring a coastal-themed interior with high-end modern finishes, a pristine kitchen, small game room, and an expansive outdoor area with a dock, screened pool, and patio, this San Remo Shores abode has it all. Whether you're here to fish in the Gulf of Mexico or watch for manatees on Anna Maria Island, you'll love this updated Florida home base!
-- THE PROPERTY --
6-Minutes to Bradenton Beach | Palma Sola Bay Access | 1,700 Sq Ft | Private Outdoor Space
Ideal for families or friends looking for a private-yet-coastal Florida experience, this single-story vacation rental offers a completely updated interior, top-notch outdoor entertainment, and a prime location just a short drive from the coast.
Bedroom 1: King Bed, Sleeper Sofa | Bedroom 2: 2 Full Beds | Bedroom 3: King Bed | Living Room: Sleeper Sofa
OUTDOOR LIVING: Yard w/ lanai & sun chairs, boat dock (boat docking, fishing, viewing), outdoor dining area, gas grill, canal access, pool (addt'l heating fee Labor Day - Memorial Day)
INDOOR LIVING: New flooring, 4 flat-screen Smart TVs (w/ Spectrum streaming), coastal-themed decor, modern accents, freshly painted, updated bathrooms
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, stainless steel appliances, newly built, dishwasher, Two 3-person breakfast bars, granite countertops, spices, dining room w/ wooden dining table & couch
GENERAL: Free WiFi, linens & towels included, complimentary toiletries, central air conditioning, in-unit laundry machines, kayaks and paddleboards
FAQ: Optional nightly pool heat fee (MDW - LDW, paid pre-trip, applies to entire stay), pet fee (paid pre-trip), quiet hours (10:00 PM-8:00 AM)
PARKING: Driveway parking (2 vehicles), semi-circle driveway (2 vehicles)
-- THE LOCATION --
BEACHES: Bradenton Beach (2.8 miles), Coquina Beach (4.2 miles), Manatee Public Beach (5.0 miles), Beer Can Island (5.1 miles), Longboat Key Beach (7.5 miles), Palmetto Avenue Beach (7.6 miles), Bean Point Beach (8.6 miles)
GOLF: Timber Creek Golf Course (3.1 miles), Manatee County Golf Course (4.2 miles), Pinebrook Ironwood Golf Course (4.5 miles), IMG Academy Golf Club (5.7 miles), Sara Bay Country Club (9.1 miles), River Run Golf Links (10.1 miles), Longboat Key Golf Club (14.7 miles)
LOCAL ATTRACTIONS: Florida Maritime Museum (1.6 miles), IMG Academy (5.3 miles), DeSoto National Memorial Park (6.5 miles), The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art (11.3 miles), Sarasota Jungle Gardens (12.2 miles), Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium (15.1 miles)
HIKES/NATURE PRESERVES: Leffis Key (4 miles), Neal Preserve (6.1 miles), Robinson Preserve (7.1 miles)
AIRPORTS: Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport (11.3 miles)
-- REST EASY WITH US --
Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.
-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $100 per stay fee (+ fees & taxes, max 2 allowed)
- No events, parties or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: Use of the pool and water-related amenities including the kayaks will be at guests' own risk
- NOTE: If you would like the pool heated (Labor Day-Memorial Day), there is a $25/night pool heat fee (+ fees & taxes, paid pre-trip, applied to entire stay)
- NOTE: Please observe quiet hours from 10:00 PM-8:00 AM
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 3 Ring doorbell security cameras on the 2 on the front of the home and 1 on the back door, all facing outward. They do not look into interior spaces
-- THE PROPERTY --
6-Minutes to Bradenton Beach | Palma Sola Bay Access | 1,700 Sq Ft | Private Outdoor Space
Ideal for families or friends looking for a private-yet-coastal Florida experience, this single-story vacation rental offers a completely updated interior, top-notch outdoor entertainment, and a prime location just a short drive from the coast.
Bedroom 1: King Bed, Sleeper Sofa | Bedroom 2: 2 Full Beds | Bedroom 3: King Bed | Living Room: Sleeper Sofa
OUTDOOR LIVING: Yard w/ lanai & sun chairs, boat dock (boat docking, fishing, viewing), outdoor dining area, gas grill, canal access, pool (addt'l heating fee Labor Day - Memorial Day)
INDOOR LIVING: New flooring, 4 flat-screen Smart TVs (w/ Spectrum streaming), coastal-themed decor, modern accents, freshly painted, updated bathrooms
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, stainless steel appliances, newly built, dishwasher, Two 3-person breakfast bars, granite countertops, spices, dining room w/ wooden dining table & couch
GENERAL: Free WiFi, linens & towels included, complimentary toiletries, central air conditioning, in-unit laundry machines, kayaks and paddleboards
FAQ: Optional nightly pool heat fee (MDW - LDW, paid pre-trip, applies to entire stay), pet fee (paid pre-trip), quiet hours (10:00 PM-8:00 AM)
PARKING: Driveway parking (2 vehicles), semi-circle driveway (2 vehicles)
-- THE LOCATION --
BEACHES: Bradenton Beach (2.8 miles), Coquina Beach (4.2 miles), Manatee Public Beach (5.0 miles), Beer Can Island (5.1 miles), Longboat Key Beach (7.5 miles), Palmetto Avenue Beach (7.6 miles), Bean Point Beach (8.6 miles)
GOLF: Timber Creek Golf Course (3.1 miles), Manatee County Golf Course (4.2 miles), Pinebrook Ironwood Golf Course (4.5 miles), IMG Academy Golf Club (5.7 miles), Sara Bay Country Club (9.1 miles), River Run Golf Links (10.1 miles), Longboat Key Golf Club (14.7 miles)
LOCAL ATTRACTIONS: Florida Maritime Museum (1.6 miles), IMG Academy (5.3 miles), DeSoto National Memorial Park (6.5 miles), The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art (11.3 miles), Sarasota Jungle Gardens (12.2 miles), Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium (15.1 miles)
HIKES/NATURE PRESERVES: Leffis Key (4 miles), Neal Preserve (6.1 miles), Robinson Preserve (7.1 miles)
AIRPORTS: Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport (11.3 miles)
-- REST EASY WITH US --
Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.
-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $100 per stay fee (+ fees & taxes, max 2 allowed)
- No events, parties or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: Use of the pool and water-related amenities including the kayaks will be at guests' own risk
- NOTE: If you would like the pool heated (Labor Day-Memorial Day), there is a $25/night pool heat fee (+ fees & taxes, paid pre-trip, applied to entire stay)
- NOTE: Please observe quiet hours from 10:00 PM-8:00 AM
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 3 Ring doorbell security cameras on the 2 on the front of the home and 1 on the back door, all facing outward. They do not look into interior spaces
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Map of Cortez, FL
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Reviews
10.0
We really enjoyed our stay at this beautiful house on the Canal. It's located in a great place where traffic isn't bad but it's still very close to any attractions we want to get to. We really enjoyed fishing in the canal behind the house. Rose our property manager was so helpful and polite. Even the maintenance man came by the house twice just to check on things and he was such a nice man.
10.0
Great setup capable of accommodating all of us (11 people). The dock is an excellent feature as we were able to rent a pontoon boat and access the beaches via boat. Interior has been remodeled recently, exterior is a bit run down, but still fun and super useful (pool deck and dock).
10.0
We had the best time in this beautiful house! Will absolutely return. Excellent amenities and communication.
8.0
Spent the weekend with my family at the house. There has been nice updates made to the house but could use more improvements. The outdoor table and chairs by the pool was rusty and not usable. Would love more pool floaties. Only odd thing about the house was that the kitchen faucet was missing a spout leaving no water pressure.
10.0
Nice location for getting to Anna Maria Island. The property was clean and spacious, and having the pool to relax in after returning from the day's adventures was a must!
10.0
house was just what we needed
8.0
Great time. Enjoyed ourselves!!!
10.0
This is a great place in a quiet neighborhood. House was very clean and Rose made our check in so easy! Short drive to Anna Maria Island and Sarasota.
10.0
We had the best little getaway! The house is so cozy, and has everything you need. Beds are so comfortable, and check in and out could not be easier! The host is very responsive and so helpful! Can't wait to book again!
10.0
Rose is the perfect host and the home is stocked with everything you need! Perfect stay. Will stay here again.
10.0
Rose is the best host ever and her communication is great! The house is perfect and has everything you could possibly need. We’d stay here again.
10.0
Absolutely love this rental! It has everything! And location is perfect! Property manager was the absolute best to work with! Very reachable and answered any questions in a fast manner! Booking again now! If you are looking for a great house with everything you need, close to everything this is it! ❤️
10.0
Loved this stay. The owners were extremely accommodating and responsive. I’d recommend this to anyone looking for a relaxing spot.
10.0
The house was clean and stocked with anything you need in the kitchen. The pool and outside area is so beautiful and relaxing.
10.0
The property is great! We had plenty of room. We used the paddle boards, kayaks, grill and the pool. We had an amazingly relaxing weekend. We also drove 5 minutes to the beach. Will definitely book again.
10.0
Great time
6.0
Nice Property - Convenient to Beach & Restaurants
The property is nice and convenient to local beaches/restaurants. The finish upgrades are very nice. The arrival experience was not good - cigarette butts near front door, pool area very dirty and not picked up, grill area extremely dirty with unclean pot still on the grill. Inside, the showers were not clean and the dishes/silverware were dirty. If the preparation/cleaning is improved, the first impression and the property would be much improved.
6.0
"Okay" House
Lots of little things added up to just an okay stay. Only two rolls of toilet paper, no hand soap, dog hair on the sofa, no instructions on how to use the front door lock, bathroom window was stuck open - to name a few. There were no tables/chairs out by the canal like the picture showed and the ones that are by the pool are covered in rust. For the amount we paid for this house, I expected more. The pool is lovely, the kitchen is big. Just okay overall though.
10.0
Nice but exspensive
Was very nice but way over priced..
10.0
Fun on all levels...
This home was made to entertain all ages. We are in the fortyish age range and our son is thirteen, an age hard to stay engaged with family. This rental made it easy with the pool, bikes, BBQ, Kayaks, fishing, game room, and amazing sunsets. They even provided items to go to the beach with: cooler, chairs, beach wagon, etc... I must say I enjoyed having a washer/dryer at my convenience, not having to worry about wet bathing suits, or a pile of dirty clothes to go home to. We didn't want to leave the rental, to the point we cooked all our meals in house, except for one time (Uber Eats) in four days. The house was very clean and tidy, we had no problem with check-in, all on a keyless entry. The online listing was accurate, except the house color had changed to blue. We observed some minor issues the property had and in order not to be charged, sent an email to the property manager letting her know, but did not hear a response back. Nothing that would have kept us from enjoying our time. The neighborhood was exquisite, you knew it was a beach community just driving in... I must say overall, an experience that created priceless memories for our family. I would highly recommend this property, if anything I wish I would have stayed longer. Until next time... Enjoy!
8.0
Cortez
Nice location. Loved the privacy. The new deck and waterside pavers are beautiful. We had a great time. We loved the private quiet setting. We enjoyed the bikes supplied.
We had a few things we needed to pick up like propane for the grill and a strainer. But we may be a little unusual because we prefer to eat in especially with restaurant wait times 1 hour +…. But it was spring break and glad we had the option to cook on site.
5 stars …. Great get away!
Only recommendation is eating outside would have been nice especially with the new pavers by the water.
10.0
Mermaid Villa
The property was great. Management company, Evolve, was terrible. No call backs or return emails created some cause for concern for me. Ruth was our host assistant who was very helpful.
10.0
Beautiful large home with so much to do!
Excellent
8.0
Great Location
We enjoyed our week-long stay at this home. We used the canoes and the paddleboards and took advantage of the pool every day. The location is wonderful - close to the beaches, shopping, and tourist attractions. It was a little difficult getting the canoes/paddleboards in and out of the canal because there is no floating dock - just a 8 foot ladder. The canoes had small holes so they became waterlogged over time. Also, the owners only provided us with a "starter pack" of 2 dishwasher tablets and one extra garbage bag. We had to go and buy dishwasher detergent, garbage bags and laundry supplies. The house was very spacious with plenty of room for all of us. The house does need a little maintenance, however, because some drawers are broken, doorknobs loose and the BBQ grill was a bit hard to light. New pots and pans would also be a plus.
10.0
Nice location and pool
Location: The house is a short drive to beaches, restaurants, groceries, etc. Note that the main road to the beaches can really back up in the morning, so be prepared to start early or wait until the afternoon. We drove to the beach several times just before sunset and it was less crowded and very nice.
House: The house seems to have been recently renovated. While the renovations and decor are pretty generic, it's comfortable and well-equipped. The pool is large and covered by a screened porch with a mix of shade and sun, and there's also a deck area next to the canal. There are plenty of pool toys, and some kayaks and paddleboards to take down the canal to the bay. There's also a game room next to the pool with a mini billiard table and a pop-a-shot basketball game. In the garage are beach chairs and a large cooler.
Process: Check-in was easy (there's just a code for the front door). The cleaning crew did a great job: everything was spotless. We had a few questions for the property manager and they were responsive via text message.
10.0
Great House & Location
House was great! Still looks like they are doing a few things to make it better.
Still think it needs: lights outside around pool & alarm clocks in bedrooms.
We will stay next year!
8.0
My son’s wedding
Anything we needed was easy to obtain
10.0
Thanksgiving ‘21
Awesome house. Great time with family. Other than a dock update. The house is excellent.
The Gibbs’
10.0
It was wonderful close to beaches and restaurants
Super easy
8.0
Location was within 5-10 minutes from the beach
The rental process was a bit of pain! The house was very nice.
10.0
Great time
We had an excellent time. Excellent location
10.0
Very nice place
We stayed for 8 days and really enjoyed the stay, great location!!! Will be back for sure.
8.0
Good location, house lacks the details.
We chose this house for location, pool, and water access on the boat. None of those disappointed. It was a nice layout for more than one family. The kitchen had tons of small alliances and an adequate amount of pots, pans, dishes, etc. Most were worn but usable. You can tell this is a vacation rental by the upkeep of the house....electrical outlets were loose, knobs on the closets were on the wrong side, the fish cleaning station had broken off and was laid on the dock, the outside needs a good pressure cleaning, the "mattress" on the pull-out couch in the master was awful. Dealing with Evolve was very frustrating...it took several days for them to respond to any question. They gave different answers than the local contact. There is no way to call them directly. I would go back to that area but not that house, especially for the price we paid.
10.0
Perfect
Our family of 4 had a fantastic time. Location was perfect, house had everything we needed and we would definitely rent here again.
10.0
Excellent Stay!
The house was beautiful. Overall the rooms were spacious and suitable for the 6 of us. Best part was the pool off the canal and spectacular views for the sunset. The only small issue we had was turning on the BBQ, it took a lot of work. We were able to kayak on the canal.. scenery was ideal. I would recommend to families or any groups. The house was only about 11 mins without traffic to the beach.
10.0
Bradenton vacation
Was very pleased with my stay here .
Just did a weekend getaway..next time will book for a longer stay ..game room a plus for children..kayaks was a extra bonus..Beach 5mi away .
I definitely recommend this rental
10.0
Perfect Stacay or Vacay
the house was perfect and had lots of on site amenities such as a spot to fish, paddle board, Kayak and of course the pool. You could never leave the property or take a short ride to Bradenton Beaches and shops/ restaurants.
10.0
My first canal front rental and I will do it again!
Having access to the bay right from behind my rental allowed me to rent a boat for the week! Highly recommend MANATEE MARINE RENTALS, talk to Tony 941-567-7843 He delivered to boat right to my dock!
For those not wanting to rent a boat, this is still the house for you. It came with 4 kayaks and 2 paddle boards. Also the fishing right off the back dock was awesome! Caught all kinds of catfish (using cut bait) and my son caught a flounder off of some crank bait (first week of Feb). The heated pool was another major bonus!
The house was super clean and had smart TVs in all rooms. I have absolutely ZERO complaints and will definitely be back again.
10.0
Wow! So happy here!
For our first trip to the Florida gulf coast this place has spoiled us for anywhere else. The house was immaculate and spacious for myself, my husband, our 11 year old son and my 76 year old mom. We enjoyed the pool and the kayaks added some extra fun for my son. He LOVED the game room. The house is in a lovely quiet residential area. The management team responded within a half hour of our question about how to replace the gas for the bbq and brought a full replacement. We were a short drive to the beautiful beaches of Anna Marie Island, restaurants and the grocery store. Altogether we loved staying here and would come back in a heartbeat. The only downside is purely personal because the beds were too soft for my husband’s bad back. During our week of stay there was major construction happening to the water line which affected the water pressure but hopefully this was only temporary . I am so glad we picked this house to stay in.
8.0
Fräscht hus vid kanalen!
Fint hus som kändes nytt invändigt och var rent. Lite punktbelysning inomhus saknades och det fanns ingen belysning vid poolen. Kan vara bra att veta också att papper, schampo etc. inte förses för hela vistelsen utan bara första dagens förbrukning. I övrigt fanns alla bekvämligheter.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Cortez?
The average price for a rental in Cortez is $487 per night. This rental is $411 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Canalfront Bradenton Home w/ Dock & Pool!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Canalfront Bradenton Home w/ Dock & Pool!. Enjoy the water!
Is Canalfront Bradenton Home w/ Dock & Pool! pet friendly?
Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Canalfront Bradenton Home w/ Dock & Pool!?
We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, and internet / wifi.
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