The space Mornings start slow. Coffee from the Keurig or the moka pot, carried out to the sunroom while the yard fills with light. Then it is a 15-minute drive to Anna Maria Island, or five minutes to the Gulf Islands Ferry, which skips the bridge traffic on busy weekends. The beach gear is already here: four chairs, two umbrellas, a cooler, a wagon and towels. Nothing to rent, nothing to pack. THE BACKYARD Guests mention the backyard more than anything else about this home. Fully fenced, private and not overlooked, with a sand volleyball court and two balls, jumbo Connect Four, a pergola over the dining table, a propane grill and string lighting overhead. When the sun drops the fire pit comes on and everyone ends up back outside. WHERE EVERYONE SLEEPS Primary suite: king bed, Smart TV, private ensuite with a walk-in rainfall shower Bedrooms 2 and 3: queen bed each, Smart TV, closets with built-in shelving Bonus media room: full-size sleeper sofa for two more Four separate sleeping spaces and two full bathrooms, so eight people travel together without anyone drawing the short straw. Six friends can take a bedroom each and still leave the media room free, two couples can split the queens, one family can spread out, or two families can share. Both bathrooms are stocked with shampoo, conditioner, body wash, bath and makeup towels, hair dryers and starter essentials. THE BONUS MEDIA ROOM Large Smart TV and a full-size sleeper sofa for movie nights and overflow guests, a mini fridge for drinks, a real desk with an ergonomic chair, and its own mini-split so the temperature in here is yours alone. One guest wrote that they "felt like we were at a 5 star resort" - the popcorn waiting in the media room was part of it. KITCHEN AND DINING Stocked for beach-day breakfasts, group dinners and late nights: full-size appliances, complete cookware, bakeware, dishes and utensils, Keurig and drip coffee with complimentary pods, a moka pot and milk frother, a tea station, and a cocktail shaker with bar tools. The table seats 8, which is also where game night happens. TRAVELLING WITH KIDS Children's dishes and utensils, toys, books and board games are always here, along with a Pack 'n Play with fitted sheets and a high chair. No fee, no request needed. Ask ahead about the Baby Gear Package and we will set up a video and sound baby monitor, bottle warmer and brown noise machine before you arrive. LONGER STAYS AND WINTER ESCAPES We take monthly and multi-week bookings, and winter is when this house earns its keep for anyone coming down out of the cold. Washer and dryer with detergent, a full kitchen, the desk and ergonomic chair for whoever is still working, wifi, free driveway parking and a quiet street. THE SUNROOM Bright and airy at the back of the home, with a clear view of the yard. The "Meet Me at Sandhaus" neon sign is in here, and most groups take a photo under it before they go. WHAT IS CLOSE - Bishop Museum of Science and Nature - 4 minutes - LECOM Park, Pirates Spring Training - 4 minutes - Gulf Islands Ferry - 5 minutes - Downtown Bradenton and the Riverwalk - 5 minutes - Village of the Arts - 7 minutes - IMG Academy - 9 minutes - Manatee River Marina - 10 minutes - Robinson Preserve - 11 minutes - The Ringling Museum - 20 minutes - St. Armands Circle - 22 minutes BEACHES - Anna Maria Island and Bradenton Beach - 15 minutes - Manatee Public Beach - 16 minutes - Coquina Beach - 20 minutes Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport is about 19 minutes away, Tampa International about 46. Guest access The home is yours privately: backyard, kitchen, living areas, sunroom, all three bedrooms, both bathrooms, the bonus media room, and the washer and dryer with laundry detergent provided. Keypad self check-in makes late flights, long drives and a group arriving in shifts easy - nobody waits on anybody. The private driveway parks multiple vehicles, with room for a boat or an RV. The only off-limits space is the locked cleaner's supply closet in the hallway.

House Rules: - Check-out is by 10:00 a.m. ($50 fee for late check-out without prior approval). - No smoking or vaping indoors. A $450 cleaning fee will apply if this rule is violated. - No parties or events. Mature, respectful gatherings only. - Registered guests only. - Only approved pets are permitted. An additional pet fee applies to all approved pets. - Pets are not allowed on beds or furniture. Blankets are provided to help protect furniture from pet hair. Please use them if your pet is on or near the couches. - Do not flush anything other than toilet paper. Flushing wipes (including "flushable" wipes), paper towels, feminine hygiene products, diapers, cotton swabs, or any other items may cause plumbing issues and guests may be responsible for resulting repair costs. - Please leave the home clean and tidy upon departure. - Use firewood only in the fire pit, never leave a fire unattended, and fully extinguish it before leaving. - Guests are responsible for supplying their own firewood. - Fire pit use is prohibited during local burn bans (we will notify you if and when this is the case).

We take your safety and security seriously, and this property has local compliance requirements including a signed rental agreement and ID verification. We use Happy Guest, a secure and simple platform, which also gives you a guest portal with everything about the home plus our favourite local spots. - Monthly and multi-week stays are welcome. Message us before booking for long-stay pricing. - One small dog up to 20 lbs is welcome for an additional pet fee to cover extra cleaning. - The home is on a quiet residential street. No parties or events, and quiet hours run from 10pm. - Weekly landscaping service may occur during your stay. - Starter supplies are provided, including coffee, tea, cooking basics, toiletries, paper products and laundry detergent. Longer stays may need to top up. - The fenced backyard, fire pit, volleyball court, grill and outdoor games should be used responsibly and at the guest's own risk. - Travel times are estimates and vary with traffic and season.