Driftwood Cottage, Bradenton, FL New Luxury Cottage | 5mi Drive to Beach w/ Pool

  • Soak up the beautiful Florida sun while relaxing in a chaise longue
    Soak up the beautiful Florida sun while relaxing in a chaise longue
  • Within walking distance to Palma Sola Bay fishing pier
    Within walking distance to Palma Sola Bay fishing pier
  • The perfect setting for a familial dinner
    The perfect setting for a familial dinner
  • Relax in the inviting living room featuring a soft sofa and easy flow to a green-filled patio and sparkling pool.
    Relax in the inviting living room featuring a soft sofa and easy flow to a green-filled patio and sparkling pool.
  • Dining table seating 6 people
    Dining table seating 6 people
  • Master bedroom, with a king size bed and an ensuite bathroom
    Master bedroom, with a king size bed and an ensuite bathroom
  • Have breakfast or a quick snack at our smooth marble kitchen isle
    Have breakfast or a quick snack at our smooth marble kitchen isle
  • Enjoy a game day or movie night on our 65" smart TV
    Enjoy a game day or movie night on our 65" smart TV
  • Cozy living room with a comfy sofa and seamless access to a patio and pool surrounded by lush greenery.
    Cozy living room with a comfy sofa and seamless access to a patio and pool surrounded by lush greenery.
  • The perfect setting for a familial dinner, seating 6 people
    The perfect setting for a familial dinner, seating 6 people
  • We look forward to hosting you!
    We look forward to hosting you!
  • Feel your stress wash away in our private pool
    Feel your stress wash away in our private pool
  • Open-concept with an island countertop and dining space for 6, designed for convenience and socializing.
    Open-concept with an island countertop and dining space for 6, designed for convenience and socializing.
  • Open and connected kitchen and dining area
    Open and connected kitchen and dining area
  • Modern kitchen featuring a spacious island countertop and a dining table with seating for 6 — perfect for family meals and entertaining
    Modern kitchen featuring a spacious island countertop and a dining table with seating for 6 — perfect for family meals and entertaining
  • Bright kitchen with an island countertop seamlessly connected to a dining area that seats 6 guests comfortably.
    Bright kitchen with an island countertop seamlessly connected to a dining area that seats 6 guests comfortably.
  • With inviting leather sofas and armchairs
    With inviting leather sofas and armchairs
  • Fully stocked modern kitchen
    Fully stocked modern kitchen
  • Immediate access to the back patio and pool area
    Immediate access to the back patio and pool area
  • And let's not forget the beautiful dresser and closet space
    And let's not forget the beautiful dresser and closet space
  • Spacious and elegant master bedroom with luxury furnishings, plush bedding, and en-suite bathroom—perfect for a restful stay. Enjoy natural light, modern comfort, and classic charm in this serene retreat.
    Spacious and elegant master bedroom with luxury furnishings, plush bedding, and en-suite bathroom—perfect for a restful stay. Enjoy natural light, modern comfort, and classic charm in this serene retreat.
  • With a standing shower
    With a standing shower
  • Relax in this stylish bedroom with direct pool access—perfect for a refreshing morning dip or peaceful evening retreat.
    Relax in this stylish bedroom with direct pool access—perfect for a refreshing morning dip or peaceful evening retreat.
  • With a queen size bed and twin bunk beds
    With a queen size bed and twin bunk beds
  • Charming and sunlit bedroom with classic wood furnishings and cozy linens—perfect for a peaceful night’s sleep.
    Charming and sunlit bedroom with classic wood furnishings and cozy linens—perfect for a peaceful night’s sleep.
  • Bright and serene space featuring a luxurious bed, soft lighting, and garden views for the ultimate relaxation.
    Bright and serene space featuring a luxurious bed, soft lighting, and garden views for the ultimate relaxation.
  • Relax in this beautifully styled bedroom with natural light, elegant furniture, and hotel-quality bedding.
    Relax in this beautifully styled bedroom with natural light, elegant furniture, and hotel-quality bedding.
  • Inviting bedroom with large windows, fresh linens, and timeless decor—designed for comfort and calm.
    Inviting bedroom with large windows, fresh linens, and timeless decor—designed for comfort and calm.
  • Second bathroom, with a standing shower
    Second bathroom, with a standing shower
  • Enjoy a seat on our colorful outdoor furniture
    Enjoy a seat on our colorful outdoor furniture
  • Sit back and relax, while watching the kids play around the pool
    Sit back and relax, while watching the kids play around the pool
  • Get ready for the best BBQ around the pool
    Get ready for the best BBQ around the pool
  • Enjoy the ultimate backyard retreat with a sparkling pool, cozy sun lounges, outdoor seating, and a grill.
    Enjoy the ultimate backyard retreat with a sparkling pool, cozy sun lounges, outdoor seating, and a grill.
  • An aerial view of our brand new Bradenton home
    An aerial view of our brand new Bradenton home
  • See how our thoughtfully planned floorplan offers the perfect balance of privacy and open living.
    See how our thoughtfully planned floorplan offers the perfect balance of privacy and open living.
  • Walk along the pier at sunset
    Walk along the pier at sunset
  • Convenient driveway accommodating 4 vehicles for stress-free parking
    Convenient driveway accommodating 4 vehicles for stress-free parking
  • Driveway with parking space for 4 cars, offering hassle-free arrivals and departures.
    Driveway with parking space for 4 cars, offering hassle-free arrivals and departures.
  • Ideally surrounded by the lush greenery of Bradenton
    Ideally surrounded by the lush greenery of Bradenton
  • Merely 6 miles from Anna Maria Island
    Merely 6 miles from Anna Maria Island
  • Nestled in the most picturesque neighborhood
    Nestled in the most picturesque neighborhood
  • 5 miles away from Holmes Beach and Manatee Public Beach
    5 miles away from Holmes Beach and Manatee Public Beach
  • Our home is close to many restaurants and cafés
    Our home is close to many restaurants and cafés
  • Dig your feet in the beautiful white sands
    Dig your feet in the beautiful white sands
  • Calling all avid fishermen out there
    Calling all avid fishermen out there
  • You can get bait from shops long the pier
    You can get bait from shops long the pier
  • Or rent a pontoon
    Or rent a pontoon
$207-836/night
4 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • Sleeps 6-10
Allows pets Internet Near Ocean Downtown Private Pool (more...)

Welcome to Driftwood by Stayawhilewithus — an updated 4BR/2BA retreat in the Palma Sola Bay area of West Bradenton, just 5.6 miles from Anna Maria Island’s beaches. Featuring a private heated pool, huge lanai, and family-friendly amenities, it’s perfect for beach getaways, golf outings, sports tournaments, IMG Academy trips, or snowbird escapes. Walk to Palma Sola Bay and nearby parks for sunsets and manatee spotting, or explore Robinson Preserve, De Soto National Memorial, and Downtown Bradenton.

Guests love Driftwood’s bay access and prime location. From your door, stroll less than a mile to Palma Sola Point (0.9 mi) or Portosueno Park (0.7 mi), both perfect for sunrise views, manatee spotting, and peaceful evening walks. The Palma Sola Bay Fishing Pier is 1.5 mi away, and for nature lovers, Robinson Preserve (3.3 mi) and De Soto National Memorial (3.4 mi) offer kayaking, biking, and scenic trails.

Back at home, unwind in your private backyard oasis. Take a dip in the heated pool, grill up a family meal, and relax under the huge screened lanai with plenty of dining and lounging space. Inside, the open living layout invites connection whether you're cooking, streaming, or simply relaxing. With high-speed WiFi, a fully stocked kitchen, and laundry in-house, Driftwood is well-suited for extended stays and snowbird escapes.

✦ Why Guests Love Driftwood Cottage ✦

- Palma Sola Bay Access — Walk to the bay for sunsets & manatee spotting
- Unbeatable Location — Just 5.6 mi to Anna Maria Island, near parks & preserves
- Family-Friendly Comfort — Kid gear included, pool fence available
- Backyard Paradise — Heated pool, BBQ grill & huge screened lanai
- Extended Stay & Snowbird Ready — Comfortable, well-equipped, and ideal for long stays
- Golf Nearby — Minutes to Manatee County Golf Course & Lakewood Ranch clubs
- Sports-Friendly — Close to IMG Academy & Lakewood Ranch Premier Sports Campus
- Pet-Friendly — Bring your furry companions
- Beach Gear Included — Chairs, umbrellas, wagon & towels
- Essentials Stocked — Laundry supplies, paper goods & toiletries

✦ Kitchen & Dining ✦

The fully equipped kitchen is designed for convenience, with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and all the cookware you’ll need. Share meals at the dining table, or enjoy casual breakfasts and evening chats at the breakfast bar with seating for four.

✦ Where You’ll Sleep ✦

Each bedroom is thoughtfully prepared with comfortable mattresses, fresh linens, and storage space.

- Master Bedroom — King bed + an ensuite bathroom
- Bedroom 2 — Queen bed
- Bedroom 3 — Queen bed
- Bedroom 4 — Two twin beds

Traveling with kids? We provide Pack ’n Plays, a highchair, and kid-friendly dinnerware so you can settle in with ease.

✦ Location Highlights ✦

- Portosueno Park — 0.7 mi (sunsets & manatees)
- Palma Sola Point — 0.9 mi (bayfront & sunrise/sunset)
- Palma Sola Bay Fishing Pier — 1.5 mi (scenic fishing pier)
- Palma Sola Causeway Park — 2.0 mi (beachfront park & water access)
- Robinson Preserve — 3.3 mi (kayaking, biking & nature trails)
- De Soto National Memorial — 3.4 mi (historic park & nature walks)
- IMG Academy — 4.2 mi (world-class sports training)
- Downtown Bradenton — 5.0 mi (restaurants, breweries & cultural events)
- Bradenton Riverwalk — 5.5 mi (dining, art & waterfront walking)
- Manatee Public Beach (Holmes Beach, Anna Maria Island) — 5.6 mi
- Manatee County Golf Course — 6.2 mi (public course, driving range & putting green)
- Legacy Golf Club at Lakewood Ranch — 15 mi (Arnold Palmer–designed championship course)
- Lakewood Ranch Golf & Country Club — 16 mi (36 holes of private golf excellence)
- Lakewood Ranch Premier Sports Campus — 18 mi (soccer, lacrosse & sports tournaments)
- Sarasota–Bradenton Intl Airport (SRQ) — 11 mi
- Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium — 13 mi
- Ellenton Premium Outlets — 16.8 mi
- Siesta Key Beach — 20 mi
- Tampa International Airport (TPA) — 40 mi

✦ Book Your Stay ✦

Whether you’re planning a family beach trip, a golf or sports getaway, attending an IMG Academy event, escaping winter as a snowbird, or gathering with friends, Driftwood offers the perfect Bradenton retreat. Book your stay today and make lasting Gulf Coast memories.

⭐ PET FRIENDLY!

- Prior approval is kindly required. We allow up to 3 dogs for an additional fee of $150/pet/stay.
- Must be fully house-trained.
- Must be completely cleaned up after.
- Leashed at all times when not in a fenced area.
- Crated indoors when not home with the pet.
- If barking becomes an issue during your stay, alternative arrangements must be made.
- Not allowed on indoor furniture, bedding, or in the pool/spa.

⭐ Kindly Note!

- For your peace of mind, surveillance cameras are located around the exterior of the house (located by the front door, by the side of the house, and overlooking the driveway). No inside cameras.

- Noise monitors inside and outside the house do not record voice or conversation, they only monitor decibels.

- We provide free parking on the premises on driveway up to 4 cars.

- Guests are responsible for filling the BBQ grill’s propane tank.

- The heated pool feature is available for an extra $20/night or $400/month (offered from October till May). If you would like to purchase the pool heating feature, please note that it covers the entirety of your stay, and the pool heater may take up to 48 hours to reach the desired temp, so kindly let us know a week before you check-in.

- Pool settings are all scheduled. When booked, pool heat is set to 85 degrees, however, pool temps are impacted if the weather drops below 60 degrees. So, unfortunately, pool temperatures cannot be guaranteed.

- For your comfort, our home is treated quarterly by a professional pest control company. But given our tropical climate, you may still see the occasional bug. Please keep doors and screens closed to help prevent bugs from entering, as no compensation will be provided for any bugs that may come inside.

- Liability/Risk: The hosts/co-hosts are not responsible for any accidents, injuries, or illness that occurs while ON or OFF the premises while using equipment provided as part of the rental, including but not limited to pool, spas, stairs, or playsets. By accepting this reservation, it is agreed that all guests are expressly assuming the risk of any harm arising from their use of the premises and equipment taken off the premises. This also applies to others whom the guest invites to use the premises or equipment.

Cancellation Policy: Ninety-seven percent (97.00%) of the total booking charges will be refunded if the cancellation is made more than 30 days prior to the arrival date of the reservation. Fifty percent (50.00%) of the total booking charges will be refunded if the cancellation is made more than 15 days prior to the arrival date of the reservation. For cancellations made within 15 days prior to the arrival date, no refund will be issued.

Bradenton, Florida

Property Type House
Accommodation Entire Home
Check-In Smart lock
House Rules
  • Maximum occupancy: 10
  • Children welcome
  • Infants welcome
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Wheelchair inaccessible
  • Minimum age of primary renter: 25
  • Pets welcome
Setting & View
  • City
  • Lake
  • Ocean
  • Downtown
  • Near Ocean
General
  • Internet
  • Air Conditioning
  • Central Heating
  • Linens Provided
  • Towels Provided
  • Washing Machine
  • Clothes Dryer
  • Hot Water
  • Private Living Room
  • Hair Dryer
  • Iron & Board
  • Wifi
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Laptop Friendly Workspace
  • Basic Soaps
  • Paper Towels
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet Paper
  • Hangers
  • Private Entrance
  • Lock On Bedroom Door
  • Extra Pillows & Blankets
  • Free Internet
  • Body Soap
  • Hair Conditioner
  • Rain Shower
  • Shower Gel
  • Clothing Storage (closet or wardrobe)
  • Portable Fans
Kitchen
  • Kitchen
  • Stove
  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Dishes & Utensils
  • Spices/Pantry Items
  • Coffee Maker
  • Toaster
  • Ice Maker
  • Freezer
  • Blender
  • Kettle
  • Lobster Pot
  • Pots & Pans
  • Kitchen Island
  • Dining Table
  • Baking Sheet
  • Coffee
  • Rice Maker
  • Wine Glasses
Dining
  • Child's Highchair
  • Seating for 8 people
Bathrooms 2 Baths
  • Bathroom 1 – Toilet
  • Bathroom 2 – Toilet
Sleeping Arrangements 4 Bedrooms, sleeps 6-10
  • Bedroom 1 – 1 King bed
  • Bedroom 2 – 1 Queen bed, 1 Bunk Bed
  • Bedroom 3 – 1 Queen bed
  • Bedroom 4 – 1 Queen bed
Entertainment
  • Television
  • Games/Board Games
  • Books
  • Toys
  • Smart TV
Family
  • Children's Dinnerware
  • Pack N Play/Travel Crib
  • Room Darkening Shades
  • Children's Books & Toys
Outdoor
  • Outdoor Grill
  • Lanai/Gazebo (covered)
  • Lawn/Garden
  • Beach Essentials
  • Private Yard
  • Outdoor Dining
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Sun Loungers
Pool/Spa
  • Private Pool
  • Heated Pool
Vehicles
  • Parking
  • Free Parking
  • Free Parking On Premises
Theme
  • Adventure
  • Family
  • Historic
  • Romantic
  • Tourist Attractions
Attractions
  • Bay/Sound
  • Health/Beauty Spa
  • Marina
  • Museums
  • Theme Parks
  • Water Parks
  • Zoo
Leisure
  • Bird Watching
  • Horseback Riding
  • Paddle Boating
  • Boating
  • Shopping
  • Water Sports
Sports & Adventure
  • Cycling
  • Deepsea Fishing
  • Fishing
  • Bay/Sound Fishing
  • Golf
  • Hiking
  • Jet Skiing
  • Kayaking
  • Parasailing
  • Pier Fishing
  • Sailing
  • Scuba Diving/Snorkeling
  • Water Skiing
  • Snorkeling/Diving
  • Surfing
  • Swimming
  • Wind Surfing
Safety
  • Carbon Monoxide Detector
  • Fire Extinguisher
  • First Aid Kit
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Smoke Detector
  • Cleaning Disinfection
  • Common Surface Disinfectant Cleaned
  • Linens High Temp Wash
  • Cleaning Products
Expectations
  • Cameras/Surveillance
  • Noise Monitor
Check Out Tasks
  • Turn Things Off
  • Throw Away Trash
  • Lock Up
  • Gather Towels
Accessibility
  • Single Level Home
  • Home Step Free Access
  • Path To Entrance Lit At Night