DREAM LOVER (boat and breakfast)

  • Join us for a romantic stay aboard DREAM LOVER, our Nautical 56 ketch.

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  • DREAM LOVER (boat and breakfast) Video: DREAM LOVER, a Nautical 56’ ketch, is the epitome of comfort and luxury afloat. The salon features comfortable Stressless chairs and footstools, a dining table and butter yellow banquette with lots of French Country print pillows to lounge on. We have three cabins available: the two forward cabins feature two twin bunks and share a bath for $199 per night each. The aftcabin features a center queen bed with a full private bath for $225 per night. Up top is a spacious cockpit and wide deck area for relaxing, reading, watching the dolphins cavort and the pelicans fish. There are many different water birds around. After settling in, you are invited to enjoy wine and cheese on deck. Then the evening is yours. There are several nearby restaurants and the beach within walking distance. In the morning, feast on a delicious French country breakfast which might include a piping hot quiche, bread pudding, deep dish French toast, crispy warm croissants, home baked muffins or popovers fresh from the oven, sausage or bacon, fresh fruit and coffee or tea. We are docked on quaint Anna Maria Island in Bradenton Beach Village, a bit of old Florida tucked below Tampa Bay and north of cosmopolitan Sarasota with its renowned arts community. There is a free trolley to St. Armands shopping and Sarasota. Kick back, relax, and enjoy the view.

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    A boat & breakfast! DREAM LOVER, a Nautical 56 sailboat, is a whole lot more than a room and a meal. It is truly an experience on the water. The salon features comfortable chairs, a dining table with butter yellow suede banquette and lots of French Country print pillows to lounge upon. We have three cabins available: the two forward cabins feature twin bunks and share a bath for $199 per night each plus tax. The aft Captain's Cabin features a queen bed with full private bath for $225 per night plus tax. Up top is a spacious cockpit and wide deck area for relaxing, reading, watching the dolphins and manatees frolic. After settling in, you are invited to join us for some welcome aboard refreshments. Then the evening is yours. There are several excellent restaurants nearby and the beach is a short walk away. In the morning, after a harbor tour in our dinghy, 'Bad Dog', we look forward to whetting your appetite with one of our signature dishes, "Teddy's Banana Rum pancakes", a piping hot quiche, deep dish French toast, crispy warm croissants, home baked muffins fresh from the oven, breakfast meats, fresh fruit and coffee or tea. We are docked on Anna Maria Island in Bradenton Beach Village, a bit of old Florida tucked below Tampa Bay and north of Sarasota. Kick back, take off your shoes,relax, and enjoy!


    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeepers Description:

    movies, the arts, sailing

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English


    Number of Dogs: 1


    Features

    Type:

    • Boat

    Property Noted For:

    • Antiques/decor

    • Excellent views

    • Gay / Lesbian Travel

    • Gourmet food

    • Honeymoons

    • Luxury

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    • Weddings


    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Air conditioning

    • Ceiling fans

    • DVD Player

    • Hairdryer

    • TV

    • Wi-Fi

    On Site:

    • BBQ grill

    • CD player

    • Computer

    • Desk

    • Internet Service

    • Library

    • Videos

    • Washer/dryer

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  • Staterooms

    Maximum Capacity: 4

    • Beds

      1 Queen

      2 Twin

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (High/Low Season) $225/$225

    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check In: 3 pm    Check Out: 12 noon

    • Minimum Stay: two nights minimum stay required for holiday weekends

    • Deposit Amount Required: 1 night's deposit (cash, personal check, or travelers check) at the time of booking. Special events and holiday bookings may require additional deposit.

    • Cancellations: 7 days cancellation policy, 14 to 30 days for holidays and special events. In order to receive a refund, the reservation must be cancel within the cancellation period. One night payment kept less than 7 days. All payment kept with less than 24 hours notice.

    • Open All Year Round: Y


    General Policies

    • Smoking Allowed: No

    • Guest Pets Allowed: No

    • Drinking Allowed: No

    • Drinking Description: except wine served with cheese at sundown

    • Drinks Available: N

    • Suitable For Children: No

    • Childcare Provided: No

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Full

    • Time Served: anytime morning

    • Serving Location: On Deck, Salon


    Complimentary Perks

    • Non-alcoholic Beverages

    • Wine/Cheese Plate


    Signature Dish

    Teddy's Banana Rum Pancakes
    Delicious warm buttery rum sauce napped between 3 light airy pancakes topped with sliced bananas and walnuts.


    Special meal options

  • Location Type

    • Airport

    • Beachside

    • City

    • Island

    • Oceanside

    • Small town

    • Tropical

    • Village


    City

    • Sarasota

    • Distance to city: 11 miles

    • Directions to property:
      Interstate 275 South to Interstate 75 South to State Road 64 West through Bradenton. Turn left on East Bay Drive (Rt.789) go south to Bradenton Beach. Turn left on 2nd Street North, go 2 blocks and turn left on Church Ave. Park in Bradenton Beach Marina at the end of the street. DREAM LOVER is located at the end of the dock behind the Marina Office.


    Airport

    • Tampa, FL (TPA) 45 miles

    • Directions to property:
      Interstate 275 South to Interstate 75 South to State Road 64 West through Bradenton. Turn left on East Bay Drive (Rt.789) go south to Bradenton Beach. Turn left on 2nd Street North, go 2 blocks and turn left on Church Ave. Park in Bradenton Beach Marina at the end of the street. DREAM LOVER is located at the end of the dock behind the Marina Office.


    Area Attractions

    • Art Galleries

    • Beach

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Live Music

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • Ocean

    • Performing Theater

    • Bird watching

    • Boating

    • Fishing

    • Parasailing

    • Dolphin watching

    • Manatee siting

    • Jet skis rental

    • Swimming

    • Water sports

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    great night aboard the Dream Lover

    • Stayed On: 4 / 2012
    • Reviewed On: 5/15/2012

    About The Reviewer

    • Between 36-45 years old


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    First time in the Bradenton Beach area and was pleasantly surprised. Kay and Jonathan were terrific... Read more...


    Wonderful Choice for Vacation

    • Stayed On: 3 / 2012
    • Reviewed On: 3/14/2012

    About The Reviewer

    • 55+ years old


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    We enjoyed the warm and friendly atmosphere. The breakfast on deck were creative and delicious.... Read more...


    Looking for something different?

    • Stayed On: 2 / 2012
    • Reviewed On: 3/8/2012

    About The Reviewer

    • 55+ years old


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    If you are adventurous and looking for something a little different in an escape from hotels and... Read more...


    Quaint and Friendly B&B

    • Stayed On: 1 / 2012
    • Reviewed On: 1/21/2012

    About The Reviewer

    • Between 18-25 years old

    • First time staying at a B&B

    • Typically stays in budget lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation


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    Kay and Jonathan were fantastic hosts. The boat itself was quaint and clean. The food was amazing.... Read more...


    A Rewarding Mini-Vacation

    • Stayed On: 5 / 2011
    • Reviewed On: 6/13/2011

    About The Reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation


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    My wife & I love the water & water-related activities. This "mini-vacation" was... Read more...


  • Innkeeper(s)Kay & Jonathan Cook
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  • Phone +1-941-724-0699
  • Address Bradenton Beach Marina
    Anna Maria Island

    Bradenton Beach, FL 34217
    USA
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