🌴 Canal-Front Florida STR: Pool + Dock + Manatee Views

A true Florida lifestyle property — canal-front, private heated pool, boat dock, and even manatees swimming up to your backyard.

Located in Bradenton just minutes from Anna Maria Island, this 3-bedroom STR-friendly home blends peaceful waterfront living with strong vacation rental appeal.

No HOA Fees!

👉 Want to check out the current listing? View the Airbnb here

📍 Property Snapshot

• 💰 Price: $1,200,000
• 📍 Location: Bradenton, FL
• 🛏️ Bedrooms: 3
• 🛁 Bathrooms: 2
• 👥 Sleeps: 9 guests
• 🌊 Waterfront: Canal-front with dock
• 🏊 Pool: Yes, heated (with deck + bar setup)
• 🚤 Boating: Direct access + tie-up dock
• 🌴 Nearby: Anna Maria Island + Cortez Village

🏡 Why This Deal Stands Out

This is the kind of property that sells an experience, not just a stay — and that’s exactly what drives STR performance. No HOA Fees either!

1️⃣ Waterfront + Boat Dock = Premium Bookings

True waterfront properties like this are always in demand:

• Canal-front setting
• Private dock for boats
• Wildlife views (including manatees)
• Sunset-facing pool deck

This creates a highly differentiated listing that stands out immediately.

👉 Want to see how it’s currently positioned? Check out the Airbnb listing

2️⃣ Outdoor Living That Converts

The backyard setup is a major selling point:

• Private heated pool
• Deck bar for entertaining
• Waterfront views
• Sunset exposure

Outdoor features like these are key drivers of bookings in Florida markets.

3️⃣ Strong Layout for Groups

The home comfortably accommodates up to 9 guests:

• Primary bedroom: King
• Front bedroom: King
• Rear bedroom: Full + 3 twins

Plus:

• Two separate living spaces
• Flexible layout for families or groups

This setup is ideal for:

• Family vacations
• Multi-family stays
• Boating trips

4️⃣ Prime Location Near Anna Maria Island

Location is a major advantage:

• Minutes to Anna Maria Island beaches
• Close to Cortez Village
• Quiet, non-through-road neighborhood

You get the best of both:

• Proximity to top destinations
• Privacy + tranquility

📈 STR Potential

This property checks several high-performing STR boxes:

• Waterfront + heated pool (top booking drivers)
• Unique experience (dock + wildlife)
• Strong group capacity
• Year-round Florida demand

Properties like this tend to benefit from:

• Higher nightly rates
• Strong occupancy
• Repeat guest bookings

🧠 Value-Add Angles

Investors could further enhance performance by:

• Elevating outdoor space (lighting, lounge areas, fire pit)
• Enhancing branding around “boater’s paradise” + wildlife experience
• Optimizing listing + pricing strategy
• Adding premium touches (kayaks, paddleboards, etc.)

📩 Interested?

Waterfront Florida properties with dock + heated pool + proximity to Anna Maria Island don’t sit long.

To learn more or move forward, reach out directly to the owner:

David Ellis
📧 [email protected]
📞 843-421-0880