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THE SALTY DOG! Canal front, Boat dock, Private Pool, Dog friendly, Close to AMI.

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On the beach, beach towels
Interior
Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms171 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Bradenton, FL
  • Place, Palma Sola Bay
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, IMG Academy
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Premier Sports Campus at Lakewood Ranch
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

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About the area

Bradenton

With a stay at this vacation home in Bradenton (Coral Shores), you'll be within a 15-minute drive of IMG Academy and Coquina Beach. .This beach vacation home is 16.4 mi (26.3 km) from Lido Beach and 17.1 mi (27.5 km) from Tampa Bay.
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What's nearby

  • Palma Sola Bay - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • IMG Academy - 7 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Riverwalk - 16 min drive - 12.7 km
  • Premier Sports Campus at Lakewood Ranch - 33 min drive - 33.2 km
  • Siesta Key Beach - 43 min drive - 34.6 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Golden Corral - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Kelsey's on Cortez - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

THE SALTY DOG! Canal front, Boat dock, Private Pool, Dog friendly, Close to AMI.

New Rental: THE SALTY DOG! A 3 bedroom/2 bath dog-friendly house on a canal with a boat dock and private pool. Bring your boat! This home is just a 5 min boat ride away to Sarasota Bay and Jewfish Key. Close to IMG Academy. Sleeps 8 comfortably.

Dog friendly! Of course, The Salty Dog is dog friendly.
2 Dogs allowed under 50 lbs each (non-refundable deposit of $150 total). Dogs only.

Boat Dock: Bring your boat and tie off right at your own private dock (Room to moor boats up to 34' max). No fixed bridges to open water. Just a 5 minute boat ride to the tranquil waters of Sarasota Bay and the locally well known sandbar at Jewfish Key. This area is perfect for in-shore and off-shore fishing as well as dolphin/manatee sightings. No boat? You can easily rent one from several nearby locations or hire a charter or even a tiki boat ride. You can also fish right off of the dock at the house, so bring your poles!

This coastal themed property features 3 bedrooms - one with a King bed, one with a Queen bed, and one with a trundle bed (2 Twins), plus an additional space in the Florida Room with a Queen sleeper sofa bed, creating a relaxing space for 8 guests to sleep comfortably. This home also has 2 full bathrooms with shower and tub in both. Bath towels and bed linens are provided, as well as beach towels. Guests can enjoy amenities like having your own boat dock and private pool, full kitchen, washer/dryer, WiFi, plus Smart TVs in each bedroom as well as the living room and Florida Room. You're sure to make fantastic memories with a stay at The Salty Dog.

There are tons of wonderful restaurants in the area with fresh local seafood, as well as grocery stores nearby.
A few of our favorites close to the house are:
- The Cortez Clam Factory
- Swordfish Grill and Tiki Bar
- Pesto Bistro and Wine Bar
- Pork Belly's Eatery
- Shore (Longboat Key, but only 5 minutes by boat)

If you have an adult group, you can make reservations to 88 Live Piano Bar (just a 7 minute drive from the house). Must be 21 and up. Great shows!

Want to put your toes in the sand at the BEACH?
3.5 miles to Bradenton Beach
4.6 miles to Coquina Beach
6.4 miles to Anna Maria Island
8.2 miles to Longboat Key

Boat Ramp Locations:
- Coquina North Boat Ramp (has 2 ramps)
- Coquina South Boat Ramp (has 1 ramp)
- Palma Sola Causeway Boat Ramp (has 1 ramp)
For all other ramps, please visit https://www.mymanatee.org/services-and-amenities/service-listing/service-details/find-a-boat-ramp.

Parking on the property must fit on driveway. Home is located in a cul-de-sac and road cannot be blocked. There is room for 1 vehicle plus 1 boat trailer or 2 vehicles and no boat trailer comfortably. Could possibly fit more with smaller vehicles/trailer.

Any questions, feel free to reach out and ask. :)
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a private pool and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or make use of other amenities including barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • In-room accessibility
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,838 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please place used linens and towels in laundry baskets.
Take trash and recycling (if any) down to curb regardless if it’s an actual trash day the following day or not.
Please check out by 10:00am and lock front door by pushing the large top button. Thank you!!

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Note from host: Dogs must be on leash when taken outside.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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

THE SALTY DOG! Canal front, Boat dock, Private Pool, Dog friendly, Close to AMI. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay was.everything.we had hoped for and much more. Have vacationed at many resort properties over the years, including 3 with VRBO, but this tops the list. Plan to.continue this form of get-a-way for years to come. No need to look elsewhere. We will be back. If you want a place to relax and unwind, it can't be beat and when you have a question or need something. Heather is the perfect host.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Danielle W.

Liked: Cleanliness
House was very clean! Close proximity to the beach. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Karin D.

Liked: Cleanliness
My husband and I just had the best week at this property! The house was gorgeous, exactly as it’s pictured. It’s so close to so many amazing beaches, Coquina is now my favorite. The pool isn’t heated but I was still able to float some days. Heather is a fantastic hosts to always answered of my questions in a timely manner. We hope to stay here again in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026

8/10 Good

Allison H.

Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed our stay and it was perfect for what we needed! We would definitely recommend! We especially loved the backyard set up.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Brenda K.

Liked: Cleanliness
The stay was beyond our expectations! Home was beautiful! Outside amenities were wonderful! Pool was huge but chilly! Lol Everywhere we went was easy to navigate and the restaurants were great. All yummy food. Tide Table was the best. Thank you for offering you’re home to us!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

william c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sheila M.

Liked: Cleanliness
We just returned from a wonderful two-week stay at this home in Bradenton, FL, and we couldn’t be happier. From the moment we arrived until the day we left, everything was excellent.The house itself is beautiful—clean, spacious, and thoughtfully equipped with everything we could possibly need for an extended stay. The layout was perfect for relaxing, the beds were comfortable, and the kitchen made cooking easy (which we did a lot of during our two weeks).The host was outstanding. Communication was quick, clear, and friendly the entire time. We had a few small mechanical issues that we resolved immediately and they were super apologetic!The location in Bradenton is ideal. Quiet neighborhood, yet only minutes from the beach, great restaurants, shopping, and everything we wanted to do. We loved exploring the area and felt completely at home the whole time.This property is a gem. We would book it again in a heartbeat and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a relaxing, well-managed vacation rental in Bradenton. Thank you to the host for making our two weeks so enjoyable!Highly recommended – 5 stars across the board!
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Max C.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a fantastic stay at The Salty Dog. The property is spacious, recently renovated, and well equipped with everything we needed. The pool isn’t heated, something I missed in the listing, but we picked up wetsuits for the kids and enjoyed the sunny outside space.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jacque H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Host was very responsive. Loved being on the canal and watching boats come and go. House is lovely, offers plenty of privacy. Nice neighborhood, close to all amenities and so close to the beach.
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H., Plant city

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect House, had everything that we needed
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Heath P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay at The Salty Dog was fantastic. The house had everything we needed for a relaxing and enjoyable vacation. Whether hanging out around the pool or fishing off the dock, our family had a great time. The house is located in a safe, quiet and friendly neighborhood close to beaches and restaurants. There is so much to do nearby, that is if you want to leave the house. Heather is an awesome host. She was very responsive and always made sure we had everything we needed. Wish we could have stayed longer. I highly recommend staying at The Salty Dog!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nana B., Medfield

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a wonderful stay at The Salty Dog. We've been down to Bradenton for IMG's soccer tournaments for 4 years now and this was our favorite rental. The house had a great open layout, more than enough room for our family of 4. The home had everything we needed: newer fridge, microwave, and washer/dryer. We loved the location, pretty much in the middle from Anna Maria Island and IMG. The communication with the host was easy and the check-in/out process was clearly detailed. We would definitely stay at The Salty Dog again!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa A.

Liked: Cleanliness
This place is AMAZING!! The house is so nice!! My husband and our 2 boys stayed for Thanksgiving week. We were able to bring our boat and dock it right at the house so we were able to use it everyday, just a 10 minute boat ride out of the canals to crystal clear water! We caught trout, snapper, pompano, and snook! The pool and house were really nice and clean. Kitchen was fabulous to cook Thanksgiving dinner in! The beds and bedding are very comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Attention parents playing at IMG: perfect house! Clean, fishing off dock, plenty of space, everything you need. Way way better than hotel!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice place
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derek N.

Liked: Cleanliness
We can’t say enough about our stay! Close to everything we could need or want! We enjoyed lunch and dinner out, grabbed Boba on our way to do some shopping, had a great run at Robinson preserve and popped over to the beach in a matter of minutes! The house is clean and very comfortable, we had everything we needed to cook and bake a birthday cake for our daughter. Our kids loved fishing off the dock and swimming in the pool. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome house and great location!

House was very nice and clean. We all had a great time and caught a lot of fish.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Annual beach vacation

The Salty Dog was perfect for our 4 teenage boys and 2 dogs. We could easily bike to the beach and several restaurants. The house was well equipped with all the amenities needed to fix meals at home. A great time was had by all.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Maik P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sehr schönes Objekt und tolle Lage, gerade in Richtung AMI. Sehr sauber und Platz ohne Ende, das Master Schlafzimmer ein Traum und wie erwartet, die anderen beiden Zimmer sind gefühlt schon etwas in die Jahre gekommen aber ok. In Summe ein wunderbares Objekt.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026