Coastal Bradenton Stay | Downtown + AMI Beaches

Looking for an affordable Bradenton vacation rental near Anna Maria Island with plenty of personality? Welcome to The Mermaid Life, a newly refreshed retreat combining Old Florida charm, colorful coastal style and a convenient Downtown Bradenton location near some of the Gulf Coast's most popular attractions.


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For emergencies, please call 911 immediately.

The home is equipped with functional smoke detectors, fire extinguishers, and a first aid kit for your safety. Nearby hospitals and urgent care locations are just minutes away if needed.

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The Mermaid Life is in an amazing area. It is centrally location by the Manatee River, close to downtown, and world renowned beaches.

IMG Academy: 4.2 miles
Bradenton Area Convention Center: 1.3 miles
Anna Maria Island Beaches: 8 miles
UTC Mall In Sarasota: 11 miles Sarasota Airport: 8 miles
St Pete/Clearwater Airport: 28.9 miles
St. Armands Circle and Lido Beach: 11 miles
Siesta Key Beach: rated #1 beach in USA - 16 miles.
Bradenton Riverwalk (riverfront biking, jogging, playground, splash park, volleyball and bike/skate park): 5 minute walk
South Florida Museum & Planetarium (with Manatees!!)- 1 mile.
LECOM park: Pittsburgh Pirates spring training facility - 1 mile.
Sarasota Jungle Gardens: 9.2 miles.
Mote Aquarium: (More manatees) 12 miles.

Favorite Restaurants We Love! Breakfast/Lunch:
Sage Biscuit downtown Bradenton
Peaches (numerous locations) with fresh squeezed orange and grapefruit juice.
Lunch/dinner:
Pier 22 outdoor dining on the river
Riverhouse Grill in Palmetto waterfront (great view)
Motorworks Brewing (outside Jenga, corn hole, outside entertainment with great food and even better craft brews)- .8 miles

The Mermaid Life is for your exclusive enjoyment. Private entrance and space. The large backyard deck is a shared area with 2 other cottages on this large property. Laundry area is available for stays longer then 5 days upon request. You are responsible for your own laundry supplies.

Original wood floors, retro kitchen cabinetry and vibrant coastal décor give this home a playful Florida feel while providing the comforts you need for a relaxing family getaway.

🌴 A GREAT BRADENTON LOCATION

One of the best features of The Mermaid Life is its convenient location near Downtown Bradenton and the Manatee River.

Explore the Bradenton Riverwalk, waterfront restaurants, local shops, museums and downtown entertainment, or take advantage of the nearby AMI Gulf Islands Ferry for an enjoyable way to head toward Anna Maria Island while avoiding some of the beach traffic.

You're also conveniently located for visits to:

🏖️ Anna Maria Island & Gulf beaches
🌊 Manatee River & Bradenton Riverwalk
🌆 Downtown Bradenton
🍽️ Waterfront dining, restaurants & rooftop experiences
⛴️ AMI Gulf Islands Ferry
⚽ IMG Academy
⚾ LECOM Park – Pittsburgh Pirates Spring Training
🎟️ Bradenton Area Convention Center
🔭 Bishop Museum of Science and Nature
🛍️ Local shops, entertainment & attractions

Whether you're visiting for an Anna Maria Island beach vacation, IMG Academy sports event, Pirates Spring Training, convention, family getaway or Downtown Bradenton escape, The Mermaid Life gives you a convenient home base for exploring the area.

🧜‍♀️ OLD FLORIDA CHARM + COASTAL FUN

The Mermaid Life isn't your typical cookie-cutter vacation rental. Original details bring the charm of Old Florida while colorful coastal décor adds a fun, laid-back personality. Original wood floors, retro kitchen cabinetry and vibrant coastal décor give this home a playful Florida feel while providing the comforts you need for a relaxing family getaway.

After a day exploring Downtown Bradenton or soaking up the sunshine on Anna Maria Island, come home, kick off your shoes and relax.

You'll enjoy your own private entrance and dedicated parking space directly in front of the home.

🍳 FULL KITCHEN

Prepare breakfast before heading to the beach or enjoy an easy family dinner at home. The full kitchen includes:

Refrigerator
Stove/oven
Microwave
Dishwasher
Cookware and kitchen essentials

We also provide a complimentary starter supply of:

Dishwasher pods
New kitchen sponge
Dish soap
Paper towels
🌿 SHARED OUTDOOR SPACE

Out back, you'll find a comfortable shared outdoor gathering area where you can enjoy Florida's beautiful weather.

Fire up the charcoal grill, enjoy dinner beneath the covered dining area or settle into one of the loungers and relax after a day of exploring Bradenton and Anna Maria Island.

🧴 COMPLIMENTARY STARTER SUPPLIES

To help make arrival easy, we provide a starter supply of household essentials and toiletries, including:

Shampoo
Conditioner
Shower gel
Toilet paper
Dish soap
Dishwasher pods
Paper towels
New kitchen sponge
☀️ EXPERIENCE BRADENTON + ANNA MARIA ISLAND

Spend the morning strolling the Bradenton Riverwalk, catch a game at LECOM Park, visit IMG Academy, explore Downtown Bradenton's restaurants and attractions, or head toward the sugar-white beaches and turquoise Gulf waters of Anna Maria Island.

At The Mermaid Life, you can enjoy the charm of Bradenton while staying close to the beaches, sports, dining and attractions that make Florida's Gulf Coast such a popular vacation destination.

Old Florida charm. Downtown convenience. Anna Maria Island adventures. Welcome to The Mermaid Life.

Bike & walk in downtown. To beach access MCAT public transportation, car rental, uber-all accessible from our downtown location.

🏠 HOUSE RULES & IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Please help keep the home clean and tidy — and most importantly, enjoy yourself and the beauty of the surrounding area. You are responsible for the safety of yourself and any guests in your group. We take great pride in preparing the home for each stay, and an inventory is taken before each arrival.

🚭 NO SMOKING INDOORS
Smoking is not permitted inside the home.
There is a designated smoking area outside.
Smoking indoors will result in immediate termination without refund.

🎥 SECURITY CAMERAS
The property is monitored by outdoor cameras only (front and back).
These record video and audio for safety.
There are NO cameras inside the home.
Disabling or covering the cameras will terminate your rental agreement without refund.

🐜 A QUICK NOTE ABOUT FLORIDA
This is Florida, you may occasionally see a palmetto bug or other insects. Even with regular, professional pest control and thorough cleaning, this can still happen.

🩹 IN CASE OF INJURY
A first aid kit is available in the home for guest use.
Nearby hospitals and urgent care centers are just minutes away if needed.

📜 HOUSE RULES ENFORCEMENT
Failure to observe house rules may result in the termination of your rental agreement without refund.

💸 REFUND POLICY
Please note:
We do not offer refunds of any kind for any reason outside of the stated cancellation policy.
Airbnb offers optional trip insurance at the time of booking ONLY or you can purchase private trip insurance.