Local guides · Bradenton, Florida

Bradenton and Anna Maria Island: a short local guide

The Breezy Palm sits in the heart of Bradenton, close to Gulf beaches, a lively arts district and the waterfront. Drive times below are approximate.

The Breezy Palm: living room and great room

Beaches: Anna Maria Island and Coquina Beach

Anna Maria Island's white-sand beaches are about 16 minutes away, and Coquina Beach is about 18. The house is stocked with beach chairs, umbrellas and coolers, so you can grab them and go.

Village of the Arts

About 8 minutes away, this colorful neighborhood is full of galleries, studios and cafés in brightly painted cottages.

Downtown Bradenton and the Riverwalk

About 10 minutes away: waterfront dining, a fishing pier and some of the best sunsets in town. On seasonal Saturdays, the Bradenton Farmers' Market sets up on Old Main Street, about 8 minutes from the house.

Baseball at LECOM Park

About 10 minutes away, LECOM Park hosts Pittsburgh Pirates spring training and Bradenton Marauders games.

De Soto National Memorial

About 18 minutes away, with nature trails along the water and ranger-led kayak tours.

Getting here

Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport (SRQ) is about 20 minutes from the house, and there's private driveway parking for up to 4 cars.

Stay tipBack at the house, the heated pool, hot tub, putting green and fire pit mean some of the best evenings happen without leaving home.