Entire home

A pool home with a dock directly on the Manatee River. Breath taking sunsets!

Photo gallery for A pool home with a dock directly on the Manatee River. Breath taking sunsets!

View of the River Hideaway and available private parking
New 90' Dock with a 10’ 4” X 25’ slip with access to the Gulf
Included Boat slip
Beautiful old Florida entrance to the dock
Sunset from the dock

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 13390.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
Ellenton, FL
  • Ellenton Premium Outlets
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Ellenton Ice and Sports Complex
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • River Strand Golf and Country Club
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 13)

1st floor Bedroom

2 Queen Beds

1st floor Kids Bedroom

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

A pool home with a dock directly on the Manatee River. Breath taking sunsets!

Centrally located on the West Coast of Florida, convenient to many Florida attractions, River Hideaway on the Manatee sits on 1 1/2 acres nestled at the end of a private road. This home features 4,200 square feet under air. The second floor Is the main living space and has 3 bedrooms, two bathrooms, an eat-in kitchen, living/dining room, and a family room. The family room centers around a gorgeous view of the river. If movies are for you, the family room has a 65 inch smart tv with Roku. If you love a good family game night, it is stocked with games and puzzles. If someone has to work or study, there is also a desk overlooking the river. The kitchen is fully outfitted and ready for you to get cooking! The kitchen opens up to the two story caged lanai with seating areas on both floors. The first floor has a large game room with ping pong, foosball and air hockey, two bedrooms, a bathroom, and a kitchen. The first floor lanai has a tiki bar, table for dining and lounge chairs by the large salt water pool. If you are looking for adventure, the garage has 4 kayaks, life vests, and oars so your adventure can start right from the new 90 foot dock. Pool is not heated.

Please note that the first and second are separate. While remaining inside the home, the access is through the garage.

Note: for the safety and security of our guests and property, each guest who stays overnight during your stay must be listed on the reservation. Please make sure to register the correct number of guests.

Undisclosed guests not included in the official confirmation can place your stay for early termination without refund.

Property manager

Brigit Christensen
Premier Host

Languages

English

Add dates for prices

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Similar properties

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 10:00 AM
default

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
default

Events

No events allowed
Nest doorbell camera is in place to ensure policy
default

Pets

No pets allowed
default

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Owners reside on adjacent property.

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
Note from host: Nest doorbell camera is in place to ensure policy
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Ellenton

Located in Ellenton, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Shoppers can check out Mall at University Town Center, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Tampa Bay and Nathan Benderson Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Ellenton Ice and Sports Complex, or check out an event or a game at LECOM Park. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, kayaking and power boating adventures can be found near the property.
Map
Ellenton, FL

What's nearby

  • Ellenton Premium Outlets - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Ellenton Ice and Sports Complex - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Riverwalk - 11 min drive - 11.0 km
  • River Strand Golf and Country Club - 11 min drive - 12.5 km
  • LECOM Park - 12 min drive - 12.6 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Woody's River Roo Pub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Shake Station - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does A pool home with a dock directly on the Manatee River. Breath taking sunsets! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is A pool home with a dock directly on the Manatee River. Breath taking sunsets! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A pool home with a dock directly on the Manatee River. Breath taking sunsets!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A pool home with a dock directly on the Manatee River. Breath taking sunsets!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A pool home with a dock directly on the Manatee River. Breath taking sunsets! located?

This family-friendly Ellenton holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Ellenton Premium Outlets and Ellenton Ice and Sports Complex. Judah P. Benjamin Confederate Memorial at Gamble Plantation Historic State Park is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window
Rating 10 - Excellent. 127 out of 129 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 129 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 129 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 129 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 129 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Guy W.

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

Enjoyed

Nice
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela M.

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

Best vacation we've ever had in Florida!

This house was such a joy to stay at and Tom and Brigit made everything so seemless and easy. The house is perfect for families who just want to relax and enjoy the pool, dock, and beautiful setting. It is also close to many family attractions, beaches and other areas in Sarasota. If you're there on a Saturday make sure to go to the Sarasota Farmer's Market!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

MaryBeth P.

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

Nice getaway

We loved our time at the hideaway! The deck was probably my favorite place
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lat S.

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

Relaxing Getaway

Returned to this tranquil location for our annual Smith Family Vacation. Can't beat the views from this waterfront home. The whole family enjoyed the dock, pool and gameroom. Minutes from my favorite outlet mall! Thanks again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenna S.

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

Relaxing get away

This was a great house for a week away with our extended family. 6 adults, 6 kids and there was plenty of room. Lots to keep us entertained at the house. Pool was great, good fishing off the dock, nice big yard to play in. They have everything you need for a day away at the beach. Lots of family friendly games. It was a great week!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori M.

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

Spacious tranquility

Enjoyed the views, porches, and spaciousness of this peaceful retreat. The owners were super responsive and thoughtful and accommodating. The location was certainly private and safe, however until the road construction is completed, travel back and forth at inopportune times may be troublesome.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula S.

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

Great home

Perfect place for our family to stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacey B.

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

Wonderful stay

We had a wonderful time during our stay. They game room was great for the teenage boys and the view was fabulous. The house had absolutely everything we needed and even extras. The kids enjoyed kayaking and the quiet was very pleasurable. Communication and flexibility were amazing. Would definitely recommend this property!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen P.

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

Merry Christmas

Our extended family had a very special holiday together at the River Hideaway. Everything you need and more! Owners were excellent to work with and very accommodating. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew Y.

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

Andrew

Lovely place witj all you could need for a family holiday
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda H.

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

River Hideway

Wonderful stay for our family of 6 adults. Great location and amenities!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

nicholas j.

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

Lovely stay and hosts couldn't be more helpful

Thank you so much for our repeat stay, so kind of you to extend our stay after our flight got cancelled. House is lovely and views are great. Would recommend to a family for a fabulous stay in Florida
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy T.

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

Great family getaway

The house is very roomy. Lovely view. Plenty of outdoor space with the screened in pool also by the house going toward the dock. We loved sitting on the dock.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen S.

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

Summer vacation

We were looking for a 5 BR house for a family summer vacation along a river that had a dock for our boat and a pool. This property met that requirement. The house size and accommodations were perfect for our needs and the house was very neat and clean. They had many extras to do at the house with the game room, board games and puzzles. It was relaxing sitting on the upper deck looking over the river while having coffee in the morning or cocktails in the evening. Very quiet area. A warning for anybody using the dock for a boat, at low tide especially, it was difficult to get in and out of the boat due to the distance between the dock and the boat being 3 to 4 ft. Definitely difficult or impossible for some elderly or somebody with mobility issues. We did okay with an age range of 10 to 66. We really enjoyed out stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lianely M.

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

A gem!

This property is a gem! Great location, beautiful view and very spacious!!! The game room was the best game ever and all the water amenities were awesome! Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber H.

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

Amazing Experience

Our family stayed at River Hideaway for a week and we loved every minute! The home had everything we needed and then some. From grandparents to teenagers there was something for everyone. From swimming in the pool to watching boats and wildlife on the river, we were never disappointed! We can’t wait to visit again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori M.

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

Beautiful place!

The owners are so nice and so easy to work with and to get in touch with when I had questions. The home is beautiful! Our kids loved the pool and game room and we loved fishing off the dock! The sunrise and sunsets were beautiful! We had a family of 12 and there was so much room for all of us. The kitchen was the best stocked home we've ever stayed with. We'll be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angelica C.

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

Beautiful on the river!

So so much room for my family! There was so much to do. The house was clean! We kayaked, played games, swimming for days! We caught so many different fish in the river! We only left the house twice to go to the beach because there was so much to do at this place! I will definitely return. It’s so quiet and a very peaceful neighborhood. My kids never got bored, there’s ALWAYS something to do.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maureen S.

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

Perfect

I brought my daughter and 7 year old granddaughter to see my son and his new daughter. We came down from New York so the sun and heat were very welcomed. The pool was the biggest hit for us to gather around and the little mermaid I brought had a blast. The play room was great and rest of the house was well kept up and very clean. They even had more than ample amount towels to use. I would definitely rent this again. This is a really good one.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda N.

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

Awesome waterfront retreat

We spent 5 days with family. The hosts were excellent at answering all questions quickly and accurately. The house is on the water in a beautiful setting. We had 9 adults in our party and there was room for everyone. The game room was a great place to relax in the evenings. The kayaks were lots of fun for morning paddles to see manatees in the next cove. Some enjoyed a nice bike ride one evening. There is so much to do to keep everyone happy. There are plenty of great attractions in the area for day excursions. We enjoyed the ringling brothers museum, the beach, and a local boat tour. Highly recommended!!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Clare P.

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

Great family getaway!

We enjoyed our stay at the River Hideaway! We were a family of 7 adults, so we appreciated having plenty of space to spread out for a week together. The house was clean and had everything we needed for our stay. The hosts thought of everything which made for an easy stay. Hosts were very communicative and helped with any questions we had prior to and during our stay. The house, pool and grounds were beautiful! The house was priced reasonably for us when split 7 ways. 😊 We would happily stay at River Hideaway again in the future. Thanks to Tom and Bridget for being wonderful hosts!❤️
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin S.

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

Beautiful Property

The house had everything we needed to relax and enjoy our vacation. It is close to local beaches and other attractions.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laraine R.

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

Perfect friends get away

Everything was perfect for a ladies get away - close to beaches, shopping and just sitting around the pool.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan S.

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

Beautiful

Our group had such a great time. Tom was more than accommodating and check in/check out was a breeze. The kids really enjoyed the pool and fishing off the dock. Fishing was best in the morning as it’s pretty shallow. We caught cat fish in the evenings and Jacks in the morning with a bonus snook. There is a ton of space to spread out and the game room was so much fun. Kayaking was awesome! This house has everything you need. It felt like we were staying at a private resort. Thanks Tom!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nanette D.

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

Wedding weekend

We booked this amazing house for our family wedding . Beautiful house! When you walk into the front foyer, you will be swept away! Amenities and thoughtful touches are wonderful. The 2 separate entrances were an added bonus. Tom and Brigid are wonderful hosts. You will love their home. We can't wait to visit again! Clint and Nanette, Pennsylvania
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

About the host

Hosted by Brigit Christensen

Host profile image

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests