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Perfect Old Florida Getaway At A Great Price: Not Your Average Touristy Condo

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The entrance to your Barnominium is at the top of the stairs.
Your vacation begins at the end of this driveway!
Door to right is the private laundry room. Stairs lead to your vacation home!
Your private deck overlooking the pond. You could be sitting here!
As you eat your appetizers and drink your cold drink, you can see the "minis".

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bathroomSleeps 383.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Myakka City, FL
  • Premier Sports Campus at Lakewood Ranch
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Desoto Speedway
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Mall at University Town Center
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Perfect Old Florida Getaway At A Great Price: Not Your Average Touristy Condo

Tucked away on a quaint little farm just east of Bradenton, 15 minutes to shopping, and 45 minutes to the beach is the perfect, affordable getaway. Combining the old Florida feel with a fresh, tropical flair, you will love all this vacation rental has to offer. You will feel like you are home the minute you enter this adorable studio guest home boasting a full kitchen/living area, full bathroom with shower, and queen sized bed. This studio "barnominium" sits atop the cleanest barn in Florida that's home to two mini donkeys and two mini horses, as well as 20 chickens, 3 rabbits and 3 dogs (gopher tortoises and duck families are a bonus as well). Fresh eggs will be delivered to your door upon request, courtesy of our happy hens. Sit on your balcony and gaze across the pond stocked with fresh fish, out onto the farm view. Had a bad day? Snuggle one of our sweet donkeys, always ready to make you happy (and them too). From the beamed ceilings to the peace and quiet that your tourist traps can't provide, you will never want to leave. Welcome to your home away from home!

Property manager

Paul and Maureen Hudson

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Let us know what pets you would like to bring.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Person booking the property must be staying on property. We do not accept bookings where one person is booking for another.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Myakka City

Located in Myakka City, this apartment is in a rural area and near the beach. Nathan Benderson Park and Lake Manatee State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Fish Hole Miniature Golf Lakewood Ranch and Pop's Golf Range and Batting Center.
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Myakka City, FL

What's nearby

  • Premier Sports Campus at Lakewood Ranch - 15 min drive - 16.7 km
  • Desoto Speedway - 15 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Main Street at Lakewood Ranch - 24 min drive - 26.1 km
  • Nathan Benderson Park - 25 min drive - 31.4 km
  • Mall at University Town Center - 27 min drive - 32.0 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fiorelli - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Sarasota Manatee Association For Riding Therapy - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Coats Farm Produce - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Mother Mary's Kitchen - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Bistro at the Concession - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Perfect Old Florida Getaway At A Great Price: Not Your Average Touristy Condo pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Perfect Old Florida Getaway At A Great Price: Not Your Average Touristy Condo?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Perfect Old Florida Getaway At A Great Price: Not Your Average Touristy Condo?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Perfect Old Florida Getaway At A Great Price: Not Your Average Touristy Condo located?

Situated near the beach, this apartment building is within 9 miles (15 km) of TreeUmph! Adventure Course, Dakin Dairy Farms and Desoto Speedway. Lake Manatee State Park and Myakka River State Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Thomas D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic and charming!

This property is easily the most unique, enjoyable and comfortable VRBO unit in which we,'ve rver stayed. The unit is located in 2nd floor of barn that houses donkeys and small horses, ans chuckens also occupy the site. The hostess, Maureen, was very friendly and nice, and our 2 week stay at the site was just great.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krystal C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Dave T.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, location
Stayed 30 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Myakka Vrbo

Great place, private, secluded yet close to everything. Great host. Very responsive Exceeded expectations
Stayed 32 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debi G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Myakka Getaway

The listing was completely accurate. We found everything you'd need for a pleasant stay. The mini horses and donkeys were so cute and the farm fresh eggs were delicious. The location was perfect for us and we would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rob W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stay out in the country

Good stay will be going back
Stayed 21 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

John A., Litchfield county, usa

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peacful country Perfect

This place was a perfect quiet country peacful place with the most friendly animals and hosts. I went exploring all over during the day with many choices of things to do in the area and retreated to a comfy quiet studio at night. Thank you for a great vacation.
Stayed 23 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra K., Fort Wayne, Indiana

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Studio above a stable

I stayed here for the month of February and chose it because of location to family and affordability. I was not disappointed! It is located on the owners property but the family was not intrusive nor I to their privacy. Perfect place in the quiet country.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Work trip

Great spot. Animal friends abound, but don’t disturb. Perfect for my needs.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

harold c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

amazing place and amazing family

This peaceful family farm and genuine kind host and a surreal environment was so peaceful. so amazing a couple of kittens or ponies or maybe chickens always came by to say hello everyday.I will always want to stay here when i come to Florida .
Stayed 35 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

craig d., miami

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very very nice

I truly enjoyed staying on the farm, and the fresh eggs were superb
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Madison W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A cute little place with even cuter animals

Everything was amazing and we had a lovely stay! The animals were super cute and the place was very clean. Paul and Maureen were both very accommodating as well, we had some scheduling conflicts and couldn't check-in until fairly late but they were super nice about it, and during our stay they were very quick and responsive to our questions and requests.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathy Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect stay

Great place away from it all! Great communication with owners. Will be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy F., Shalimar, FL. 42579

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Staying on a mini farm

Excellent experience, great location, peaceful and definetly a place I would stay again, and again, and again.
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barb L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute apartment on Mini farm

Maureen and Paul’s apartment was well equipped, clean and comfortable. We so enjoyed the mini horses, donkeys and chickens . Property is fully fenced which allows the animals to roam where they please . The minis often greeted us at the apartment steps looking for a pet or a scratch behind their ears . Being an animal lover , I so enjoyed interacting with them . Very quiet and peaceful setting. Loved sitting out on the balcony watching the ponies . Maureen is very responsive and a pleasure to talk with . Thoroughly enjoyed our stay .
Stayed 16 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet Respite within 45 minutes of all the action.

The intriguing animals on this farm make it a one of a kind gem. We were even greeted with a dozen colorful fresh eggs from their hens. Inside the place was clean and nicely decorated. The hosts were very responsive and pleasant.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bev W., Columbus, Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely Fantastic!

We had so much fun! Super relaxing! Wonderful hosts! Can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dave D., Ortonville, MI

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect spot for R and R:

Really enjoyed our stay. Quiet, rural setting. Very private. Excellent hosts! Hope to stay again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sean B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxation on a beautiful farm

The house is a beautiful spacious studio. Comfortable bed, relaxing furniture, and a kitchen with everything you need to make great meals. The deck overlooks a pond with turtles, birds, and horses. Great place to have morning coffee or *wine* down the day with a great sunset. Great central location to many hiking trails, kayaking spots, an adventure park, and a short drive to beaches or the city. Maureen was very accommodating and quickly responsive. She let us interact with the animals which was a real joy. Honestly this is one of the most enjoyable places I’ve stayed in the past 10 years. Also great for a workcation as it had a desk and fast Internet. I’d stay here again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ross D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Serenity

This was a wonderful location and very fairly priced. Paul and Maureen are excellent and attentive hosts! It was such a relaxing environment in the country. You're not in the congestion of downtown Sarasota, yet it's just a 30 to 45 minute drive, depending on where you're going. Loved being greeted daily by the animals and the fresh eggs were certainly the best we have ever had. Highly recommended.
Stayed 33 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Debbie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stay in Myakka City

We enjoyed ourselves very much.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathy g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Country

It was awesome !!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Private and pleasant

The studio apartment was roomy, comfortable and very private. I slept well and was very relaxed in all the settings, inside and out. I would stay here again and recommend the property....
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

karen h.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

nice country stay my wife loved the animals

very impressive. clean, interesting, fun!
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Teresa L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Definitely going back

Absolutely loved my time at the loft. I searched for awhile but kept coming back to the loft. So thankful that I did. I can't say enough good things about it. Book your next stay at the loft. You will not have one regret.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

About the host

Hosted by Paul and Maureen Hudson

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Why they chose this property

When we first set foot on this property, something drew us in. There was something special in the air. It was a feeling of "home", of comfort and peace, of never wanting to leave. We have had others say they feel the same way when they visit. There is something very special about Hudson's Hundred Oaks Farm. We are lucky enough to call it home. You can call it your home away from home.

What makes this property unique

Well where else can you snuggle mini donkeys as much as you'd like?

Languages:

English