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Beach+Dock+Pool+2 SUPs+2 Kayaks+Fishing+Water Views,Duplex,140 steps to Beach

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A heated pool
Terrace/patio
Exterior
A heated pool
Aerial view

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7107 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

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Bradenton Beach, FL
  • Historic Bridge Street Pier
    3 min walk
  • Bradenton Beach
    3 min walk
  • Bradenton Beach Marina
    6 min walk
  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    24 min drive

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About this property

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

Beach+Dock+Pool+2 SUPs+2 Kayaks+Fishing+Water Views,Duplex,140 steps to Beach

AMI Beach + Bay Home with Fishing Pier + Pool on Sarasota Bay
- "Dock of the Bay" / Entire top floor of duplex / "Over the Water"
- This is the only 1 of 13 homes on Anna Maria Island that our family vacations at, which should tell you a ton!
• Unbelievable views of water + birds + wildlife + night lights!
• Relax with fish jumping and birds flying along 1 of only 34 coveted docks/piers south of Cortez Bridge!
• Fish directly off our pier/dock including fishing rod holders!
• Soak in new heated pool with spa jets + benches with views only 10 feet from Sarasota Bay!
• Walk 2 blocks to Bridge Street Key West-style restaurants, bars, and shops (downtown Bradenton Beach), Bridge Street Pier, + listen to the Clock Tower bells ringing on each hour.
• 140 steps to Cortez Beach on the shortest AMI block from the Gulf of Mexico to Sarasota Bay.
• AMI properties with beach or gulf views go pitch-black at sunset all night until sunrise because there is zero context to view on the pitch-black Gulf of Mexico. Our home on Sarasota Bay has a fabulous ambiance of soft lights of the Cortez Bridge, Cortez fishing village, and Bradenton and Sarasota in the distance, which is fabulous in the evening! Being on south Sarasota Bay is the best ever and is exactly why our family vacations at this home instead of our Beach-view + Gulf-view homes!!
• All new sliding glass doors + deck panels + deck flooring + inside flooring + new 2nd bathroom + windows + aqua-marine siding costing $75,000 through whole home.
• Watch the amazing animal life swim + fly + sit from inside or outside your home including Dolphins, Manatees, Rays, Brown Pelicans, Blue Heron, Snowy Egret, Osprey (Sea hawks), White Ibis, and Wood Duck raft/team/paddling either in the backyard or on the pier pilings or next to the sea wall or in Sarasota Bay.
• Walk our 2 Paddleboards + 2 Kayaks down concrete stairs directly from the seawall into Sarasota Bay 15 feet behind home or from Jet Ski dock + paddle to Bridge Street Pier, historic Cortez fishing village, Beercan Beach on Longboat Pass, Jewfish/Goliath Key, or wherever else you like around AMI!
• Watch the mainland thunderstorms + lightning + even NASA rocket launches at Cape Canaveral on clear days or nights over the inter-coastal Sarasota Bay and see sheets of rainwater coming toward the home.
• Water views everywhere with 18 new windows + sliding glass doors all around the home.
• Enjoy the night lights of Bridge Street Pier, Cortez Bridge, downtown Sarasota, and the anchored boats in Sarasota Bay.
• Listen to Live Music while on the Dock/Deck/Backyard from the wonderful performers at Bridgetender Tiki Bar!
• Jet Ski (rent or bring your own) to ride it directly up onto our 2 Jet Ski docks.
• Fishing Boat (rent or bring your own only if extremely experienced boaters in shallow narrow area) and tie it up to our south boat dock posts for an extra $50 per night.
• Boat Slip rental 4 blocks away at Bradenton Beach Marina - https://bradentonbeachmarina.com/boat-storage/
• Grill outdoors on deck
• Beach Jetty access into the Gulf of Mexico for views and fishing off Cortez Beach off 6th Street.
• Coquina Beach is only 6 blocks to the south connected to Cortez Beach!
• Coquina Baywalk + Coquina Boat ramp on Leffis Key only 12 blocks to the south.
• Beercan Beach on Longboat Pass only 15 blocks to the south or a boat/jet ski/kayak/paddleboard ride away.
• Unlike bay homes further north on AMI, Gulf of Mexico water currents through Longboat Pass provide lack of decay so there are no foul or decaying plant smells.
• Cornhole bean bag toss game + board games.
• Renovated kitchen.
• Dish Network satellite TV with DVR for recording shows while at the beach or on Sarasota Bay or at Bridge Street.
• High-speed Wireless internet for webcasts.
• First floor of duplex is also available for family reunion or friends reunion, wedding, private party, and for complete privacy for the salt water pool + dock = see "On the Water" at www.Vrbo.com/1920035

Sleeping arrangements:
• King bedroom 1 with en suite bathroom with new vanity + new shower + toilet, closet, lights, ceiling fan.
• King bedroom 2 with Sarasota Bay views, glass French Doors, closet, lights, ceiling fan. Next to primary bathroom.
• Queen bedroom with closet, lights, and ceiling fan.
• Full sleeper sofa in living room.

Our original 1940 AMI home is renovated and much easier to navigate than new-build 3-story homes on Anna Maria Island because our first floor is on the ground level and the second floor is one easy set of stairs. Other rebuilt homes on the island usually require climbing multiple flights of stairs up or taking small elevators.

Florida's best-kept secret, Anna Maria Island (AMI), features beautiful white sugar sand beaches, older Florida charm, award-winning restaurants, and shopping all within easy walking distance or a ride aboard the free "Anna Maria Island Trolley". One of the few places in the world where the sunset is regularly applauded, this tiny slice of paradise stretches for 7 miles into the Gulf. Just across the Cortez bridge on the south side of the island, is the old school Florida fishing village of Cortez, where restaurants have excellent seafood and some have live music.

Please consider bringing more family/friends to our 14 Florida Beach Homes or 8 Colorado Mountain Lodges or 4 Tennessee Lake/Country Homes on either Vrbo or the other primary platform. The number at the start are the # folks who can stay there:

Anna Maria Island Salt Life!

7 • "Sitting on the Dock of the Bay" - 2nd floor - "Over the Water"
- https://www.Vrbo.com/1920061?dateless=true
6 • "Sitting on the Dock of the Bay" - 1st floor - "On the Water"
- https://www.Vrbo.com/1920035?dateless=true

6 • Cortez Beach Retreat "Views" - 2nd floor
- https://www.Vrbo.com/1920266?dateless=true
6 • Cortez Beach Retreat "Poolside" - 1st floor
- https://www.Vrbo.com/3774464?dateless=true

8 • Gulf View Retreat - 150 5-stars - 2nd floor
- https://www.Vrbo.com/557191?dateless=true
8 • Pool Side Retreat - 150 5-stars - 1st floor
- https://www.Vrbo.com/614098?dateless=true

6 • Bridge Street Pier Beach House
- https://www.Vrbo.com/3795636?dateless=true
4 • Bridge Street Pier Phase Inn
https://www.vrbo.com/3981046?dateless=true

6 • Bridgeport #202 - Beach View Retreat
- https://www.Vrbo.com/977187?dateless=true
6 • Bridgeport #203 - Sunset View Retreat
- https://www.Vrbo.com/3772892?dateless=true
6 • Bridgeport #207 - Beach + Gulf View Retreat
- https://www.Vrbo.com/3772900?dateless=true

3 • Ohana Beach Retreat - Unit A
- https://www.Vrbo.com/3774458?dateless=true
5 • Ohana Beach Retreat - Unit B
- https://www.Vrbo.com/3774456?dateless=true
5 • Ohana Beach Retreat - Unit C
- https://www.Vrbo.com/3774461?dateless=true


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- https://www.Vrbo.com/1014860?dateless=true

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- https://www.Vrbo.com/2244657?dateless=true

4 • Buffalo Bill Lodge #3- Cottage next to Coal Creek
- https://www.vrbo.com/3774463 ?dateless=true
4• John C. Frémont Lodge #2 - Cottage next to Creek
- https://www.Vrbo.com/3772897?dateless=true
4 • Zebulon Pike Cabin #1 - Cabin next to Creek
- https://www.Vrbo.com/3772891?dateless=true
4 • Lewis & Clark Cabin #6 - Historic Cabin
- https://www.Vrbo.com/3772898?dateless=true


10 • Perfect Tennessee Lake House on Watts Barr Lake - Private Boat Ramp, Floating + Fixed Docks, Firepit, unbelievable Views and Fishing!
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Rex & Michele Geissler
Golden, Colorado
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Historic Bridge Street Pier. Features include a water park. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the vacation home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Splash around at the water park
  • Onsite recreation includes a playground
  • Just a 3-minute drive from Coquina Beach and 15 minutes from IMG Academy
This vacation home offers its guests a water park. The family-friendly vacation home also features barbecue grills and a garden.

Property manager

Rex Geissler

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Fence around the pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Paper towels
  • Kitchen island
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer
  • Soap
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • DVR

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced garden
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit
  • Dock

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking, vaping, drugs, cannabis home/property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront
  • In the city centre
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Water sports equipment
  • Kayaking on site
  • Waterskiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Theme parks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1156 sq ft (107 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 22

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Fabulous for families!

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Note from host: Only 2 extra people can visit property daily
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

Beach+Dock+Pool+2 SUPs+2 Kayaks+Fishing+Water Views,Duplex,140 steps to Beach Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 83 out of 92 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 92 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 92 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 92 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 92 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Ed H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved this
Just steps away from the beach and every afternoon when we had a rain storm we hopped in the pool! It was incredible.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yanelis A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excelente
Good
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Couldn’t beat the location!!!!
We stayed in the upstairs unit. It had everything that was needed. The view is gorgeous can not beat it. Had some AC issues but after talking to the owner and closing the curtains and using the portable units it took care of that. Refrigerator wasn’t working well but my husband fixed that and sofa is broken. I talked with the owner about those things and I am sure he will fix them. Seemed very engaged in the upkeep of the unit. Whoever layed the vinyl in the kitchen should never lay vinyl again 😂. Beds were very comfortable. Shower pressure in back bedroom bathroom wasn’t good we did try to fix that but didn’t have much luck. Lots of space for toiletries. Nice that they had beach towels and chairs. All in all it was a great place to stay I would definitely go back just maybe not in the summer as all the beautiful windows and doors leaves so much heat in you can’t fully enjoy that beautiful view.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Summer vacay
We love this property!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tobi D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Over the Water
This property has breathtaking views. Waking up each morning on the bay was tremendous and just a short walk to the beach. The rental was very clean and came with many amenities that my family loved, such as kayaks, paddle boards and bikes. We will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

sharon N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family time!
The house was beautiful and the location was great!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

JASON R.

Great Stay
Stay was awesome, house was wonderful and great amenities.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kendra M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!
Great location, beautiful property.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Home!
This home was amazing from start to finish! The large windows across the backside of the house overlooking the bay created beautiful views all day long. The rooms were spacious and clean. Kitchen stocked with everything you may need. Conveniently located to literally everything! The beach is a 2-3 minute walk across the street, the AMI trolley stops right at the end of the street. Walking distance to Bridge Street shopping (take the back way behind all the houses, it’s faster and more scenic of the bay) and several restaurants. We really enjoyed the kayaks, paddle boards, fishing poles, and heated pool! We would 100% come back to this home and hope to do so soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

debbie n.

Liked: Cleanliness
beautiful view
Great water views from the property. Easy access to the beach. Host provided all we needed in the vacation rental. Host very responsive to any questions I had prior to our arrival.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Views and Perfect Location
We absolutely loved this house! The wall of sliding glass doors provided amazing views of the water from kitchen, living room and even from bed! We felt like we were staying on a house boat. Saw dolphin from the dock. Very peaceful and tranquil location yet super close walking distance to beach as well as to great restaurants and bars. House was well equipped and extremely clean. Perfect place to stay on AMI. Looking forward to booking it again for our next trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darla G., United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
We had a great time.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay in Anna Maria
Cute house on the water with a dock and pool.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paige S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sweet spot on the bay
We loved our stay here! It was just perfect. From the gorgeous sunrises on the bay to the super easy and close walk over to the beach, all was wonderful.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

4/10 Poor

Haley H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Host was rude and unhelpful
The location and house itself were okay. Amazing housekeeping, but the dishwasher is broken and there are leaks in the bedrooms from air conditioners. Several rusted and unusable bikes took up space where parking is atrocious if staying when another tenant is there as well. Host claims parking lot fits 4 and is adamant to stay in designated parking areas where “signs are located” but there are no longer any signs and 4 cars are impossible to fit without blocking others in and backing up to get out is difficult as you have to reverse out into another house’s driveway and between other buildings just to leave. We were told from the host to act like adults and figure it out ourselves when we asked for clarification about parking. Would not rent from him again due to attitude and a lack of accountability about upkeep of his rentals.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved it!!!
This property was right by everything we wanted to do and see! We also rented a golf cart to go to the north point of the island. The sunrise was so pretty from the dock. We really enjoyed this place it was equipped with everything we needed. I recommend this place to stay if you are looking for a place in Bradenton Beach!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Ruby W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family w/e
Overall a nice place to stay…
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dani S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome getaway
Beautiful place and location is perfect for a quick getaway. Comfortable setting and lots of room. Patio is perfect overlooking the bay and the beach within walking distance. Very well equiped. Will stay again and most likely rent both floors !!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carrie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
My family and I loved our stay! We were celebrating my daughter’s sweet sixteen! Loved the dock and we were so close to the beach 🏝️ Thank you for a great memorable weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carlos O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Dr Olivera
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles J., Mooresville, NC

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and beautiful views.
Had a great time staying here for our family vacation. The best thing about this house is the location; the beach is only a block away and the Bridge Street stores and restaurants are only 2 blocks. The sunrises over the bay the in the mornings were also very nice. Rex is a great host and was very responsive to our messages.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cyndie C.

Checked ALL our boxes
The location was superb. We loved parking our jet ski on the dock and walking out the back door to jump on whenever we wished. 100 steps the other direction and we were on the beach. We literally didn't need to bring anything besides our clothes and whatever food we wanted to prepare. Beach chairs, games, kayaks, paddle boards... it was all there. The pool looks small in the photos, but it was more than sufficient for our group. We went to Bridge street nearly every night either for dinner, ice cream, cocktails, music, or shopping. There was plenty of room for 5 adults and the house is clean, but is due for a deep cleaning. We loved it and will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

April B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning View
Great location with beautiful views of the sunrise and bay
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Todd N., Nortonville

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Place
Over all good place to stay
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron B.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Spring Break Away with Friends and Family
Our family had fun at the beach where we spent most mornings with a run before spending hours relaxing in the sun and water. When we weren’t at the beach, we enjoyed sharing the pool and dinner with our friends who had the house below ours. We all rented a boat and visited the nearby island also- so much fun!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023