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"Hidden Gem" - Peaceful Retreat with Lakefront Views!

Family-friendly stay near IMG Academy

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A hallway with a door leading outside, a tiled floor, and a framed tropical scene on the wall.
A modern kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator, a built-in oven, and a sink. There is a dining area with a table and chairs visible through an open door.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a window with a view.
A pool area with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and a covered seating area.
A room with a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor patio with a table and chairs, a ceiling fan, and a TV on a stand.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4109 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Bradenton, FL
  • Place, Regal Oakmont
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Bowlero Bradenton
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, IMG Academy
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

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About the area

Bradenton

On lake.Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Bradenton condo, you'll find IMG Academy and IMG Soccer Academy. IMG Bollettieri Tennis Academy and State College of Florida are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Regal Oakmont - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Bowlero Bradenton - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • IMG Academy - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • LECOM Park - 10 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Premier Sports Campus at Lakewood Ranch - 31 min drive - 29.0 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Beef 'O' Brady's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Golden Corral - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

"Hidden Gem" - Peaceful Retreat with Lakefront Views!

Hidden Gem is an affordable ground-floor end-unit is Shorewalk Villas and consists of a spacious 2-bedroom/2-bathroom condo with plenty of natural light. The King enSuite has a walk in shower, and the King Guest Bedroom has a dedicated bathroom with tub/shower combination. Enjoy cooking up your favorite meals in the well-appointed kitchen with modern stainless-steel appliances. Enjoy the serene lakefront views from the screened-in lanai – ideal for morning coffee or evening relaxation.

This family-oriented community of Shorewalk Villas has fun for everyone! Great proximity to IMG Academy, walking distance to restaurants, shopping and only 6 miles to the beautiful beaches of Anna Maria Island!

The Clubhouse offers a big screen TV, Wi-Fi and hosts free activities like yoga, group workouts, and aquatic classes in one of the 2 heated pools (check the events calendar upon arrival). Other onsite amenities include 2 Spas, 2 lighted Tennis Courts, Kids Playground, Library, Ping-Pong, Pool Tables, Basketball, BBQ grilling area, Shuffleboard, and 6 stocked fishing lakes that operate on a catch and release program.

Come enjoy some sun with fun for the whole family!

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Table tennis
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 1,174 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

Hidden Gem 1683475
Hidden Gem 1683475 13
Hidden Gem - 1683475 Villa
Hidden Gem - 1683475 Bradenton
Hidden Gem - 1683475 Villa Bradenton
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Frequently asked questions

How close is "Hidden Gem" - Peaceful Retreat with Lakefront Views! to the airport?

This condo is 8.6 mi (14-min drive) away from the Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does "Hidden Gem" - Peaceful Retreat with Lakefront Views! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this condo.

How close is "Hidden Gem" - Peaceful Retreat with Lakefront Views! to the beach?

This condo is 7.9 mi (14-min drive) from Coquina Beach and 12 mi (24-min drive) from Bean Point Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does "Hidden Gem" - Peaceful Retreat with Lakefront Views! offer free breakfast?

This condo does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at "Hidden Gem" - Peaceful Retreat with Lakefront Views!?

No, there is no casino at this condo.

What time is check-in at "Hidden Gem" - Peaceful Retreat with Lakefront Views!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at "Hidden Gem" - Peaceful Retreat with Lakefront Views!?

Free parking is not available at this condo.

Does "Hidden Gem" - Peaceful Retreat with Lakefront Views! have a pool?

Yes, there's a heated pool.

Does "Hidden Gem" - Peaceful Retreat with Lakefront Views! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this condo.

How close is "Hidden Gem" - Peaceful Retreat with Lakefront Views! to downtown Bradenton?

This condo is 3.3 mi away from Bradenton.

"Hidden Gem" - Peaceful Retreat with Lakefront Views! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 87 out of 96 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 96 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 96 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 96 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 96 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check in easy . Lots of room ! Great location right off main road . Close to so many good restaurants! Very quiet at night . Washer and dryer were great !
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marion M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This condo has the best lake view in all Shorewalk. Everything was very comfortable; I felt at home.
Stayed 22 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul W.

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

Shorewalk Hidden Gem

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Hidden Gem and would not hesitate to stay there again in the future.
Stayed 17 nights in Nov 2022
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly M.

Immaculate and the perfect location! Great ammenities!

Very easy to book. The owners thought of pretty much everything,right down to beach towels and chairs! Great people to work with and a beautiful condo. The grounds are very clean and well kept also.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim& Marge F.

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

Hidden Gem

It perfect for. Us nice comfortable beds great location in the resort close to the pool and beach and some of the best sea food JF
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig C.

Updated condo with everything needed. Owner was very pleasant to work with!

Shorewalk is close to grocery stores & shopping & restaurants! Grocery stores, restaurants & shopping plentiful & in walking distance. For being an older, but 'goodie' complex the property is taken very good care of.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Francine F.

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

Just as advertised

We just returned from our stay at Shorewalk and we were very pleased with the location, the facilities, cleanliness and especially with the prompt responsiveness of the property management. Kudos for making our holiday a great one.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Paula B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice area

Enjoy Shorewalk amenities, great location. This is not our first time staying at at this unit, we have stayed here before and met the owner. Unit could use some new blinds (could not open or close without them falling down)and detail cleaning on sofa pillows, floors, and area rugs. Enjoyed our stay and will return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

Family!!

We stayed and this beautiful condo for a week. It was very clean and had everything we needed. The price was great. Definitely a lot cheaper than a hotel and we had more amenities. We traveled with 3 teenagers and my husband and I. The owner was very helpful and answered every question I had. I would highly recommend this to everyone looking for somewhere to stay that is close to the beach. We will definitely be back :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

AMY R.

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

Recent stay

Quiet. Close to beach. Couches comfortable. Nice tvs. Bed comfortable. Nice shower. Swam in the pool. Heated and very nice. walked to publix for groceries..walked around the complex. Very nicely kept grounds
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Melody H.

A home away from home!

This condo was a fantastic gem to find online for our family. It was clean, modern, great access to tennis, basketball, hot tubs and pools, as well as, shopping and the beaches. If you want downtime the condo has a screened in patio overlooking a quiet fountain and pond-great for reading. Allen checked in with us to ensure our stay was comfortable and our needs were met. Would highly recommend. The Hicks Family
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2017
Verified

8/10 Good

Albert B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Winter Break

Villa was nice but a few things could have been better: initial estimate on vrbo was much below total price once fees were included, no coffee pods for the keurig machine and few supplies for TP, paper towels and garbage bags, hand soap and detergent were almost gone. dishes and pots were fine. No problem with parking and publix and restaurants close by on Cortez. Be careful with congestion on 41 N if you go to Palmetto or St. petersburg.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Andreas K.

Family reunion

We visited Bradenton for a family reunion and were lucky to find this condo. It was very well equipped with anything we could ask for in terms of appliances; kitchen equipment; TV; towels, chairs, umbrella and cooler for the beach; etc. The condo is very spacious and decorated with moden furniture. Everything is very clean and well maintained. The kids loved the pool and we played tennis a couple of times (rackets and balls are for free to rent, no court fee). Although we never met Allen the owner, we knew that if we needed anything, he would be there to help. He responded very quickly to emails and set everything up for us just perfectly. The condo is suitable for different travelers: it has style yet at the same time has a lot to offer for families. It is easy to get to the beaches and shopping, yet it is very quiet.
Verified

8/10 Good

Tara Y.

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

Happy with our stay

The property is in a nice quiet locaction close to groceries, shopping, and good food. The pool and hot tub were nice and warm. It was so much more comfortable than a week in a hotel room trying not to disturb each other. Sometimes we were able to drive right over to the beaches, other days it took a very long time to get there and back so plan accordingly. Would have liked more than 1 garbage bag, ended up using our grocery bags instead of running back to the store. They supplied enough soap for 4 dishwasher loads and 4 loads of Laundry. We were there 7 days and did do 1 or 2 more clothing loads than that with suppqlies we brought so we didn't have a bunch to do when we got home. After taxes and fees it did average to much more per night so just take a peak at that and make sure that is what you want, we enjoyed our stay and the space.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Paul H.

Very clean,well equipped & tastefully decorated.

We have stayed in the Bradenton area several times, but have always rented villas with a pool because of the size of our party. On this occasion it was just the two of us initially and we were looking for a smaller condo in this specific area. The pictures of the condo are certainly a true reflection of what you get . Decorated in a modern style, very comfortable, well equipped and spotlessly clean. The facilities on site were just what we needed. A great pool area with plenty of sun beds and in the main, very quiet. Allen could not have been more attentive. He contacted us on several occasions to ensure that all was well and made it clear that if there were any problems we should not hesitate to contact him. It was only a pity that we did not have the opportunity to meet up, although we did try. We were joined in our second week by our son and his partner and they thoroughly enjoyed the condo and its facilities. It provides more than enough room for four people. It's location to shops, restaurants and the beautiful beaches is second to none. Thank you Allen for allowing us to use your beautiful condo - we hope to return again in the not too distant future.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Char O.

LOOK NO MORE; THIS CONDO IS A DREAM

You walk in and see the beautiful Art Deco-European, first class decor and know you made the right decision. It is immaculately clean and just gives you a happy feeling! The furniture, especially the bedding is fabulous. The kitchen is out of a magazine with GE appliances and Emeril and Giada cookware. The Lanai looks out over a wonderful fountain and you will enjoy lots of wildlife and beautiful sunsets. The grounds around the complex are pristine along with the pools, tennis courts and clubhouse. It is a quiet resort with friendly quests. Your can walk to the Publix, CVS, Applebee's, Outback, Hobby Lobby , movie theater and many other restaurants. The beaches are about a 20 minute easy drive. If it doesn't happen to be a beach day...enjoy the SMART TV ,WOW!!! Last, but not least, the owners Janice and Allen are truly interested in making your stay a memory you will always cherish. We had a personal note and bottle of wine to welcome us . Then Allen called to make sure we had arrived safe and everything was okay. He assured us he was a phone call away. In summary, we never needed a thing because they thought of everything and thier condo is a DREAM. We have been traveling for over twenty years. This is one of the nicest condos we have ever rented. Stayed February 2018 the Ott's from PA
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Shawna B.

Superior Condo

Our stay in Bradenton for the week of April 24th to May 1st could not have went better. Thanks to the superior condo that we stayed in that felt like home. Conveniently located a half a mile or so from my son's school IMG Academy, and only 20 min. or so depending on traffic to the beaches. We had a wonderful time. The condo was stocked with all the amenities of home, accompanying me on my stay was my 2 nieces and one of their friends. They were so happy with everything the condo had to offer. The WiFi was the biggest hit of all in the world of technology with the three of them. They enjoyed the hot tub, pools and basketball court that was on the premise. Myself I enjoyed coming back from a long day in the hot son to a cozy comfy couch and some great central air. The updated and modern condo was everything and then some of what I expected. It sure was better than staying in a hotel room for the whole week at double the cost of the condo. That definitely was a big plus for me saving money which is exactly what I did. Allen was just hospitable, he knew when I was arriving and gave me a courtesy call that evening to see how things where going. It was very nice to have him at the touch of a button, in case we had any issues, which we didn't. Thank you Allen for sharing your Condo with us and making it a home away from home. Until next time, as we will definitely be back in the near future.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2016
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy S.

Amazing Condo, Beautiful Grounds and Central Location

We absolutely loved our time here. The condo was clean, beautifully decorated and very spacious. (The pictures don't lie). The kitchen had most everything we needed to make meals at home. The bedrooms and living areas were also spacious. There were several beachy type items availalbe (chairs, umbrella, noodle) for our use and we loved having the washer and dryer inside the condo. We spent a month here and it was interesting to get in the groove of the property. Meaning, we looked forward to our time in the screened in patio because we were able to see so many different birds including a Roseate Spoonbill that came by quite often. We enjoyed the Muscovey ducks as they liked to come to the patio door and greet us. (I am sure they were looking for a handout but we didn't cave in even though they wagged their "tails"). There were a couple of geese that made the pond their home and even began nesting while we were there. We were a short walk from the two pools, tennis courts, shuffle board and clubhouse. The area around the Shorewalk Villas was perfect and safe for morning walks and runs. Publix (grocery store) was only a short walk as were several restaurants from the property. Everything was so convenient and it made our stay so easy. In addition to several trips to the beach, we visited several preserves during our stay and highly recommend Perico (so many shorebirds), Robinson Preserve (great for walking and we rented kayaks from Kayak Jack's), Emerson (located in Palmetto), Boyd Hill Nature Center (located in St. Petersburg). We always stop at Fort De Soto in St. Petersburg and love watching the dolphins that hang out near the fishing piers. As for our host, Allen was absolutely wonderful. He responded to any questions quickly, offered his help when we learned that our credit card was compromised and was just overall extremely easy to work with. I would not hesitate to recommend this condo to anyone so if you are considering this place, book it now before someone else does!
Stayed 28 nights in Mar 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Martin S.

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

Excellent

Everything was as expected.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine P.

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

Lovely week long stay

The property had everything we needed for an enjoyable stay. The kitchen was well equipped and there were plenty of beach items, chairs, umbrellas, beach towels, noodles, cool box etc. The pools were lovely and warm and had plenty of available seating. Location is fantastic, the beach being just a short 15min drive, and Ellenton Premium Outlets only a 25min drive. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David N.

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

Great place

Very clean and Suzanne from VRBO was great
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nataliya S.

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

Great stay at Shorewalk.

Great stay at Shorewalk.. Property had everything that family of three adults need it. Would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian V.

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

Shorewalk Villas

We loved our condo! It was our third year at Shorewalk so we know the area well. Our place has a great location, is very well kept, and the property management team is very helpful!
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy C.

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

Nice place

Everything was very nice and comfortable! I would recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gayle B.

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

Hidden Gem is the right word for this place

The check-in was easy. The pictures on the site were accurate. The beds were very comfortable and the apartment very neat snd clean with all the beach supplies you would need for a day at the beach. All appliances were updated and I’m working order. Loved the 2 pools and hot tubs in the complex. Lots of stores, restaurants and shops in the area. Had an issue with one of the blinds falling down. Called the Manager the next day and she came right over snd fixed it Very nice place. I would stay here again in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

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