of Manatee County 

You will love the Early American Baden home, built in circa 1970’s. This is one of the famous

Schultz prestigiously designed homes which were delivered partially assembled. These homes

were known for their beautiful entrance halls and two-story circular stair- cases.

This historic residence is located in Northwest Bradenton on over 10 acres. The original

homestead belonged to James ‘Jim’ Felts of Palma Sola which stood on 130 acres. He

fathered 15 children, grew sugar cane, and made cane syrup in pint, quart, gallon and 5-

gallon packages. His original sugar cane grinder was all steel and the parts went to the

Second World War effort. The engine is now in a museum in Palmetto. The farm’s ribbon

cane stood 8 feet to the bud. The output was sold by retailers in the then-named city of

Braidentown. Later the "i" and "w" were dropped to become Bradenton.  Besides selling sugar

cane syrup and honey, he experimented with bee gums, pecan trees, papaya trees, and other

semi-tropical fruits. He eventually abandoned his syrup production for honey.

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The current owners, Ina and Nick Baden, bought the property from the Felts family.

They loved the trees and natural landscaping of the property. As you arrive at the home, you will

notice many trees were destroyed by the Hurricanes of 2024. Before you enter their home, look down on the front porch to see M. P. 1973. The M. P. stands for the Monkey Puzzle tree which was unfortunately also destroyed by the storms. In total 30 mango trees were also lost. They could not survive the water and the winds. The Badens are collectors of majolica, cut glass, Ward-Graack pottery made in Bradenton in the 1920’s, and postcards. Ina Baden is a past president of Entre Nous and has helped with many home tours. Nick is a Bradenton native and history buff. An extra delight are the antiques and traditional furnishings that adorn this stately home.

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At this residence please, visit the Entre Nous Sweet Shoppe. The members will be serving savory

bites and desserts made from recipes passed down from the Life Members.