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1925 Large, Historic Downtown Home-Everything's local & Walkable!

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1925 Gem in the Historic Downtown-Everything's Walkable!
Twin Dolphin Marina-steps from the Riverhouse Retreat
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Overview
5 bedrooms
3 bathrooms
10 guests
1 night minimum
Holiday Rental House
A taste of Old FL charm in the historic downtown within walking distance of everything! Beautifully restored large 1925 river home with gracious front porch, brand new furnishings plus cherished family heirlooms. Antique heart pine floors throughout. 8 miles from gulf beaches. Perfect for large groups....A taste of Old FL charm in the historic downtown within walking distance of everything! Beautifully restored large 1925 river home with gracious front porch, brand new furnishings plus cherished family heirlooms. Antique heart pine floors throughout. 8 miles from gulf beaches. Perfect for large groups.More
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House Rules
Pets Allowed: Yes
Smoking Allowed: No
Kid Friendly: Yes
Minimum age of main renter is 25. One small well behaved dog under 25lbs. will be considered-contact owner to discuss.
Bathrooms
3 Full baths
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Response Time:Within a few hours
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Reviewed 12 February 2019
Wonderful retreat house! Amazing hospitality

We rented the Riverhouse Retreat to attend a family wedding in Sarasota. We were a party of 10 people. First, the home is appropriately named - it was a retreat - a respite from the cold New England weather The location perfect - within walking...More

Date of stay: February 2019
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Michele S, VR Owner at 1925 Large, Historic Downtown Home-Everything's local & Walkable!, responded to this reviewResponded 26 February 2019

Donna, it was a pleasure to host you and your family! We are so pleased that you enjoyed our house as well as our area. I'm only sorry you had to return to the snowy cold so soon! Please come back again soon when you...More

Reviewed 10 February 2019
The Remarkable Riverhouse Retreat: Relaxing....on River Time....I'll meet ya there!

The Remarkable Riverhouse Retreat: Relaxing……on River Time……I’ll meet ya there! Three of us just spent 4 days at the Riverhouse retreat and it was amazing! We arrived on Sunday afternoon and were greeted at the door by our gracious hosts Michele and Ed. They welcomed...More

Date of stay: February 2019
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Reviewed 27 October 2018
Spacious, Luxurious, & Extremely Clean!

My husband and I enjoyed the Riverhouse Retreat very much. Stand-out qualities: immaculately clean, perfectly decorated without clutter, tons of room for a family or even more than one family looking to vacation together, spacious driveway/parking, beautiful and comfortably heated saltwater pool, and responsive management....More

Date of stay: October 2018
Thank Aubrey B
Michele S, VR Owner at 1925 Large, Historic Downtown Home-Everything's local & Walkable!, responded to this reviewResponded 28 October 2018

Thank you for your kind words! We are so pleased that you enjoyed our historic home and the downtown Bradenton area. You were fantastic guests and we hope you will return again and again!

Reviewed 16 January 2018 via mobile
Wonderful stay

Absolutely lovely home. Spacious and clean with everything you need. Loved to walk downtown for the farmers market and enjoyed several restaurants local to the area. Great home and area with so much to do for the whole family. I will most definitely be back...More

Date of stay: January 2018
Thank Cindy H
Management response:Responded 18 January 2018

Thanks so much Cindy! We are so glad that you and your family enjoyed our Riverhouse Retreat and charming downtown Bradenton! Come again soon! Sincerely, Ed and Michele Shumaker

Amenities
Pets Allowed: Yes
Smoking Allowed: No
Kid Friendly: Yes
DVD Player
Air Conditioning
Grill
Ceiling Fans
Central Heating
Suitable For Children Under 5
Deck
Dishwasher
Dryer
Fireplace
Freezer
Refrigerator
Highchair
Internet Access
Iron
Kettle
Linens Provided
Microwave
Parking
Patio
Private Outdoor Pool (Heated)
Private Garden
Safe
Cable/satellite TV
Cooker
Toaster
Towels Provided
TV
Washer
Water Views
Wi-Fi
Fishing Nearby
There Is A Golf Course Within 30 Mins Drive
Horse Riding Nearby
Watersports Nearby
Beach Or Lakeside Relaxation
City Getaway
Cycling Trips
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About the neighbourhood
Our historic downtown has many restaurants, boutiques, pubs, festivals and culture. The S Fl Museum, Art Center of Manatee, Manatee Riverfront Theater to Name a few within walking distance from our Riverhouse Retreat! The beautiful Riverwalk offers walking or biking past marinas, ice cream shop, restaurants, water park and playground, Central Library, sand Volleyball, skateboard park and more. So much to do in the downtown you may not want to leave!
Getting around
The entire downtown is easily walkable from the Riverhouse Retreat. Uber, taxi, MCAT city bus is also available. 8 mi. from Anna Maria Island and Manatee Beach.
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