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 — Beach chairs (4), beach umbrellas (1-2), a beach wagon, and beach towels (1 per guest).
- 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.
- BBQ Grill and an empty extra propane tank are provided. Guest are responsible for exchanging the propane tank at the local stores for use.
- 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.
