TROPICAL POOL, PRIVACY! ON WATER! BOAT OPTION, WKLY/MO DISCOUNTS, PETS WELCOME!

Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Outdoor dining
5.0 / 5.0
Outstanding(152 Ratings)

House in Palmetto, FL

8 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
Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Pets allowed and more

About this house rental

CASA ENCANTADA, THE SECLUDED ESTATE ON THE MANATEE RIVER! Spend your vacation at a private estate on 200' of open water with tropical landscaping and a beautiful lagoon pool! BE SURE TO SEE THE VIDEO!
There is so much to do at Casa Encantada that some guests choose to never leave during their stay. And, in fact, if you choose our provisioning package, you never have to leave! Your groceries and drinks will be there waiting for you when you arrive! Fishing, kayaking, biking, swimming, sunbathing...do all of it or simply relax. Choose the Boater's Package option for beautiful trips to local waterfront bars and restaurants, nearby beaches, islands, fishing spots and uninhabited coves. In the town of Palmetto, a virtually undiscovered "old Florida" historic town, the locals are warm and friendly. Casa Encantada is gated and fenced, with the exception of the waterfront, for your privacy. There is a totally fenced area just for your dogs, complete with a warm water shower...also with a waterfront view. The tropical lagoon pool has a beach entry, waterfall, baja ledge and swim up cocktail table. There is a large standing cooler under the tiki hut for your ice/drinks as you sip a cocktail by the pool . A float box has numerous floats for the pool. The game Corn Hole is right there for fun family competition! You'll enjoy sunbathing on the spacious pool deck, relaxing in a hammock or sitting under the fan in the shade of your own private tiki hut. The tiki hut's bar is cleverly designed from an old ship's rudder. We also have a ping pong or pool table for your enjoyment and fun!
Facing due West on secluded Hooker Bay, just 5 minutes by boat to Tampa Bay, the sunsets are unsurpassed and are a daily main event. The waterfront deck under the huge banyan tree is perfect for watching the sunset, dolphins and manatees. Every evening, thousands of birds fly by at the first hint of dusk, and head home to Emerson Point, a bird sanctuary just 2 miles north. Great blue herons, spoonbill rosettes, sea gulls, cormorants, night herons, skimmers, ospreys, egrets, pelicans often stop by for a snack of bait fish right on your beach, just feet away. Hookers Bay is known as the best fishing spot between the Manatee River and Tampa Bay. Snook, redfish, trout, flounder, mangrove snapper, even tarpon are plentiful. Your 'front yard' is a legally protected manatee feeding area. You can wade or kayak out and watch from as close as a few feet away. Or you can see them from shore as they come up for air.
The home is large with an amazing cook's kitchen with two refrigerators, granite counter tops and three sinks. The family room, kitchen and wet bar are all in one open room with expansive views of the water, wildlife and sunsets. The dining room seats 12 overlooking Hooker Bay.. Open the doors for true waterfront dining. The adjacent living room has a working fireplace and water view. There are three large, comfortable bedrooms, all with water views and flat screen TV's. The master bedroom is large with a king size bed and a view of Hooker Bay.. The bath has a walk in shower. All linens are top quality. It has a large dresser, dressing table and walk in closet. The second bedroom also has a king bed, walk in closet and view of Hooker Bay and the lagoon pool. It shares a bath with a tub and shower with the third bedroom, which has over sized twin beds, large closet and a view of the lagoon pool. This entire end of the house can be closed off with a pocket door creating a private suite. This feature makes Casa Encantada the perfect home for 2 or 3 couples. There are no stairs - one story only. Outside there are two spacious seating areas, one under the big banyon tree and another just outside the screen porch with two grills -- your choice: gas or charcoal.
Nearby Casa Encantada are numerous state parks, golf courses, beaches and fine dining.
This home is easy to reach with reasonably priced flights from just about anywhere to Sarasota or Tampa. As cliché as it sounds, this is truly paradise in your own private waterfront home! Discover the 'real' Florida!

Amenities

Pool
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Smoking allowed
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV
Garden
Family friendly

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Ratings and reviews

5.0 / 5.0
Outstanding(152 Ratings)
5.0 / 5.0
Sep 2024
We stay with our two small dogs and my daughter. Property was safe fir all of us. We had a great tiene
5.0 / 5.0
Aug 2024
We loved our stay. We were able to see manatees right behind the house and dolphins in the river. Our kids enjoyed the pool and wanted swim as soon as they woke up. The beds were very comfortable. There was also a closet of games for rainy days or evening family fun. evening faml
5.0 / 5.0
Aug 2024
We spent a week at Casa with the family, this was our 4th trip back and we are already looking to plan the next visit. The home is so very well set up for family's, room for everyone to spread out. The pool is glorious, we spent most all of our days there. The kitchen is large and very well equipped. The kids had an awesome time on the kayaks and hanging out on the beach area. They also spent quite a bit of time playing pool. We were able to bring our dog which may be the biggest perk as a dog mom, we hate traveling without him. Capt Julie is very responsive with any questions and checks in to be sure all is well during your stay. Looking forward to returning soon!
5.0 / 5.0
Jul 2024
The house was beautiful, The host was very helpful in helping us find restaurants and beach ideas.
5.0 / 5.0
Jul 2024
We had such a wonderful time during our vacation at Casa! We traveled with our family: my husband, myself and 6 boys (ages 16-25) and our dogs (the property is fully fenced other than the water front). The boys loved the grounds: swimming, boating, kayaking and fishing. They loved the pool table in the garage (where many pool tournaments occurred), a nice mid day break during those Florida quick rain showers. We only had to leave to pick up more food to feed them! The pool and gazebo area was amazing! We rented a boat for three days (from Julie’s recommendation) and had a great experience. Captain Julie spent a hour on the phone with me giving us guidance on the islands to visit each day. Note you will need to anchor the boat near the property. Don’t be like us Ohioans and not watch the tidy closely enough 😬. Such wonderful memories during our week at Casa. Thank you captain Julie for sharing your beautiful home with us and for your amazing communication with us during the week.
5.0 / 5.0
Jun 2024
Beautiful property with direct access to the Manatee River, There are so many great activities to enjoy by all ages. We kayaked and paddle boarded daily, swam in the fabulous pool, played corn hole, played billiards, rode the bikes by the river. Plenty of room inside for our family of 7 with our doggies, who enjoyed the property as much as we did. This is our second visit and we will be renting here again.
5.0 / 5.0
Jun 2024
My family absolutely loved the pool and river areas! Beautiful property. We had rushed the process a bit to do an earlier check in, which Julie accommodated for us. There was some cleanliness things that could have been taken care of, I felt. The throw pillows had quite a bit of staining, under couches hadn’t been vacuumed or swept in a while. Overall, great place though and fantastic for family fun!!!
5.0 / 5.0
Jun 2024
Captain Julie was wonderful with communication through the whole visit! The property is BEAUTIFUL with so much to see and do! We had a rainy day but with all the games, pool and ping pong, it was wonderful! The pool and outside areas as amazing and we had a Mother Woodpecker and 3 babies to watch the whole time. Our daughters went kayaking and we rang the bell at sunsets!! Loved EVERYTHING!! Thank you Captain Julie for sharing your PARADISE with our family!!

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Palmetto?

The average price for a rental in Palmetto is $235 per night. This rental is $483 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at TROPICAL POOL, PRIVACY! ON WATER! BOAT OPTION, WKLY/MO DISCOUNTS, PETS WELCOME!. 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 TROPICAL POOL, PRIVACY! ON WATER! BOAT OPTION, WKLY/MO DISCOUNTS, PETS WELCOME!. Enjoy the water!

Is TROPICAL POOL, PRIVACY! ON WATER! BOAT OPTION, WKLY/MO DISCOUNTS, PETS WELCOME! 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 TROPICAL POOL, PRIVACY! ON WATER! BOAT OPTION, WKLY/MO DISCOUNTS, PETS WELCOME!?

We found 15 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, and internet / wifi.

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