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Beachfront Escape on Gulf Drive – Steps to the Sand & Bridge Street

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Beach nearby
Interior
TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire condo

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 453 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Bradenton Beach, FL
  • Place, Bradenton Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Cortez Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Historic Bridge Street Pier
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

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About the area

Bradenton Beach

This condo places you steps from Bradenton Beach and within a 10-minute stroll of Coquina Gulfside Park. .Condo features a washing machine, a balcony and a sofa bed. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a TV and a coffee/tea maker are also available.
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What's nearby

  • Bradenton Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Cortez Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Bridge Street - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Historic Bridge Street Pier - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Bradenton Beach Marina - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anna Maria Oyster Bar on the Pier - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Daquiri Deck Bradenton Beach - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Cortez Clam Factory - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Beach House Waterfront Restaurant - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Beachfront Escape on Gulf Drive – Steps to the Sand & Bridge Street

Safari Suite

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Welcome to your perfect island getaway at Safari Suite in Bradenton Beach, located on the highly sought-after south end of Anna Maria Island. This prime location places you just steps from the sugar-white sands of the Gulf and within walking distance of the island’s best dining, shopping, and entertainment.

Whether you are visiting for sunsets, family time, or a relaxing beach retreat, this home offers the ideal coastal experience.

The Space
Prime location directly across from the beach
Fully equipped kitchen with open living areas
Outdoor space to relax after a day in the sun
Convenient parking and easy walkability to local attractions

Wake up to the fresh coastal air, spend your days on the beach, and enjoy unforgettable sunsets just steps from your door.

Walk to the Best of Bradenton Beach

Just a short stroll away is the heart of the island:

Bradenton Beach City Pier – Enjoy fishing, sightseeing, and beautiful bay views
Beach House Waterfront Restaurant – Beachfront dining with incredible sunset views
Anna Maria Oyster Bar on the Pier – Casual seafood and island favorites
Wicked Cantina – A local favorite for tacos, margaritas, and lively atmosphere

You will also be close to Historic Bridge Street, known for its live music, unique local shops, restaurants, and vibrant nightlife.

Top Nearby Attractions
Coquina Beach – One of the area’s most beautiful beaches with picnic areas and walking paths
Manatee Public Beach – Family-friendly beach with dining and amenities
Robinson Preserve – Ideal for kayaking, biking, and scenic nature trails
Palma Sola Botanical Park – Peaceful gardens and walking paths
Captain Bam’s Jungle Float – A unique floating water adventure experience

Anna Maria Island is known for its laid-back charm, turquoise waters, and activities including dolphin tours, shelling, boating, fishing, and paddleboarding.

Local Events & Island Atmosphere

There is always something happening nearby:

Bridge Street Markets and Live Music – Weekly vendors, food, and entertainment
Nightly sunset gatherings on the beach
Seasonal art festivals and local markets in nearby Bradenton
Boat tours, parasailing, and fishing charters are available throughout the island
Why Guests Love This Location
Walkable to restaurants, shops, and attractions
Free island trolley access nearby
Quiet and relaxing beach-town atmosphere
Convenient access to both Gulf beaches and Sarasota Bay
Book Your Island Getaway

If you are looking for the perfect balance of beach relaxation and island adventure, this Gulf Drive property has everything you need. Whether it is your first visit or your annual escape, you will quickly discover why guests return to Anna Maria Island year after year.

THINGS TO KNOW
All guests occupying this property who are under the age of 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
This is an upstairs unit with no elevator

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 1 vehicle.
This rental is located on floor 2.

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!

Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Limited on-site parking (max 1 space)

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 567 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Beachfront Escape on Gulf Drive – Steps to the Sand & Bridge Street?

Yep, Beachfront Escape on Gulf Drive – Steps to the Sand & Bridge Street is a short 19-minute walk from Coquina Beach. Fun beach activities include jet skiing, snorkelling and scuba diving. You can also find motor boats.

Does Beachfront Escape on Gulf Drive – Steps to the Sand & Bridge Street have a pool?

No, this condo doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Beachfront Escape on Gulf Drive – Steps to the Sand & Bridge Street?

No, Beachfront Escape on Gulf Drive – Steps to the Sand & Bridge Street does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Beachfront Escape on Gulf Drive – Steps to the Sand & Bridge Street?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Beachfront Escape on Gulf Drive – Steps to the Sand & Bridge Street?

No, pets are not allowed.

Beachfront Escape on Gulf Drive – Steps to the Sand & Bridge Street Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 53 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Blaine D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot, right off the beach. Quiet but close to many bars and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ron R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place for the price :-)
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Allen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was great...Location was wonderful, the only thing I'd mention is...There was a oder in the house, mildew I think...The AC was loud but not as bad on others reviews. The Bed...Holy Cow please replace your Bed. It stinks. Has a hole and if you roll into it your not coming out anytime soon. Pleae replace that matteress.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Linda S.

Liked: Cleanliness

My stay

The smell of Marijuana was quite strong in our unit, especially the first few days. Contacted the property manager and was told it was coming from another university. Was offered a visit by the cleaning crew but I declined. The mounted TV in the living room is in an awful place resulting in hitting our heads on it several times. Need curtains on the door and the windows best the door to block the night lights. Having said all this, it is still a great little place and would likely stay again. Some minor issues would just make it even better!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

AMY S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

The safari suite was in a nice quiet location in Bradenton Beach. The king sized bed rolled you to the middle. The A/C was so loud when it kicked on that you could not hear the TV or have a conversation without shouting.In addition, the thermostat was preset on 73 degrees. It would allow us to lower the temperature, but always bumped back up to 73. We would wake up several times at night, hot, as 73 is too high to sleep comfortably.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good 4 day stay!

Nice property, neighbor property was a bit loud two nights until very late! Was no fault of this property! We have stayed in this area a number of times, still our favorite area!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Sarah N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very Clean- great location!

What a fantastic location! Right across from the beach and plenty of restaurants and shopping nearby. Our suite was sparkling clean (although the bathroom could use an update). Overall a great experience and would definitely return!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

T. Y.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Vacation

Perfect location, clear blue water beach across the street. Clean and great location!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for what we needed

It was perfect for what we needed. Exactly as shown. Communications with Vacasa was great. Would definitely use them again.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Sheryl F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beach Vacation

Great location right across the road to the beach. Within walking distance to shops, restaurants.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2021

6/10 Okay

Bruce S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Not gulf front and not very well supplied

We had read other reviews and knew that it was not a true gulf front view. Look at photo #20--that is taken on a narrow deck outside the entrance, leaning over the railing and looking between 2 buildings. So be aware that you will not be sitting on a balcony looking at the ocean. Positives: The unit was clean and had a dishwasher and stackable washer and dryer. Location was great--just across the street from the beach. Bed was pretty comfortable and AC worked great. Updated kitchen Cons: I emailed Vacasa before our arrival to enquire about beach chairs, umbrella, coolers for the beach. No response. You will get beach towels and nothing else for the beach. Bring your own. Patio chairs by the front door were rusted and broken---sitting on them would risk being cut on the back of your legs. Rust and broken metal had been spray painted. So deck was useless. Absolutely minimal supplies in the kitchen. Not a single knife for cutting food--only steak knives and 2 serrated bread knives. No salt and pepper, no cooking oil and no spices. Refrigerator had the ice maker turned off and the fridg turned down to the lowest temp--so no ice and not a cold fridge for the first 12 hours. Make sure you turn them on when you arrive. No BBQ grill. No recycling bin in the unit and no garbage or recycling bins outside. You are instructed to put your bags of garbage on the street on garbage day. Light on the towels if you want to have 3-4 people. We had 6 bath towels, 2 hand towels, 2 washcloths--would be an issue for 3-4 people or bring your own washcloths. 4 beach towels but one was very small, thin and bleach stained. We booked only a month before coming and settled for this unit because of low availability. I recommend booking father in advance so you get a unit with true gulf views and one that has beach supplies, grill, etc. Bring anything you think you might need. You will get laundry detergent for 1 load, DW detergent for 2 loads. One single use shampoo and conditioner, 2 small rolls of TP.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

4/10 Poor

Linda M. S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely Apartment, crappy setting

Would have really enjoyed staying here if it were not for awkward sliding glass door entrances and terrible parking space. Will not rent again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bev J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Memorial weekend

We truly enjoyed our time here in Bradenton Beach. Our kids had a house down the road for my son’s birthday. It was a great escape from all the noise and fun. Very tranquil and pleasant. Directly across from the beach. I would def stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

6/10 Okay

David F.

Liked: Cleanliness

A Little Disappointed

The Ad showed what looked like a 2nd floor deck over looking the ocean, the actual location of the condo was in the back. The coffee machine did not work. For the price I felt they were very cheap with the little things. Example: cheap Dollar Store paper towels, toilet paper (only 2 rolls, not enough) soap (only 2 very small bars, not enough).
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Barb A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved being so close to the beach. Interested in renting front part for next year

Great location! Interested in the front part for next year. Please send me nfo on Unit 2 Thank you
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andy W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best of both worlds

Third time at this condo. Great location, walk across the street and you are on the beach. Walk down the street, and you can watch the sunrise on the bay. Will be back.
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

José Luis R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place for family to spend time

Great!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Grace D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute for 2

It was perfect for two people. Loved the location, some of the furniture could use updating. Other than that, it was quiet and clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Parking / cleaning items

The property was clean and well organized. I was given the wrong keys to the unit and had to call for them to deliver the correct keys to the unit. There were no cleaning essentials to clean spills, dishes, etc. I was given directions on where to park via email. The area where they said to park belongs to the house next to where the unit is located. I couldn’t fit my vehicle because the one car that was parked on the driveway was parked in the middle of the driveway. I had to ask a rep to come down and find out who’s car it was so that they could move it. The next day a rep from another vacation rental comp told me I was parked on a private driveway and that I needed to move my vehicle. I showed him the email and enveloped that contained the specific instructions on where I was told to park. That didn’t matter since the driveway belong to the other house. The rep called his boss and they were nice enough to let me park between the houses until they get this issue resolved. Never received a call from vacasa about where to park my vehicle. Frustrating when I am enjoying the sun and get a call that I have to move my vehicle and have to handle this issue on my own. I’m the renter, I was given the wrong info, send a rep down and fix the issue, no need for the renter to use his vacation time to deal with these type of issues.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Pam B.

Excellent location

We were right across the street from the beach! Great for morning walks, tanning and sunsets. Enough room to move around and comfortable. Plenty of towels. Only minor things were.... only 3/4 of a roll of toilet paper for 4 days and you have bring your own hair dryer. Nothing major at all. We would rent it again for sure! Thanks for the memories.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jordan A.

So Close to the Beach!

The number one highlight was distance to the beach. We were literally 100 feet away from the beach. It was perfect for running back up during the day. The beach was beautiful. If you have kids, I’d recommend this place. It was perfect for my wife and I. Highly recommend it.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

ethelene g.

GREAT EXPERIENCE

This condo had everything you would need to setup temp. housing. It was terrific. You need not (REALLY) bring anything excepting food and whatever you can not do without. Very clean. Our unit had three differently decorated balconies, view of the beach which is just across the street can be seen somewhat obstructed . It was my husband and I for 4 days and I typically pack for a month and there were drawers, closet space, etc. Getting to the beach was very easy just crossing a two lane blvd. There also were two piers (unmanned) which were being used for fishing. Well, it was great for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

4/10 Poor

Tamara S.

Photos looked better on website

The property did not look as nice as the website made it seem. There should have been more towels brought to us but there was not. We had NO internet for a few days because the modem needed to be booted and since it was located on the 3rd floor we had to wait for the people to ok maintence to go up there. We were not given a choice of a condo with a front balcony facing the beach.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2018

8/10 Good

Rick B.

Good location. Nice unit.

The building is across the street from the Gulf beach. The building is technically "waterfront." The unit is not. It is in the rear of the building and accessible by a set of stairs. Arriving at night it took us a while to locate it. The unit is nice and well furnished. The hot water is querky and the coffee pot is tempermental. Also, we had no internet. Having said all that, the property is in an excellent location, steps away from stunningly gorgeous Coquina Beach and 11 small blocks to Bridge Street with shops and restaurants. My wife and I had a wonderful time.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018