Gorgeous direct bay front home! Steps to beach! Amazing sunrises and pool!!!

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January 2025

February 2025

Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels

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Host

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6260 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available

Washer

Pool

Barbecue grill

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Holmes Beach, FL

Holmes Beach Beaches
‪6 min walk‬
Bradenton Beach
‪7 min walk‬
Manatee Public Beach
‪12 min walk‬
Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
‪28 min drive‬

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

Welcome to Our Charming Bayfront Retreat in Anna Maria!

Discover the ultimate coastal retreat at our inviting home, nestled in the heart of Anna Maria, Florida. Wake up each morning to breathtaking 180-degree views of the bay and stunning sunrises that will leave you in awe. Situated directly on the bay and just a few blocks from the pristine, sandy shores of the Gulf of Mexico, this retreat offers the perfect combination of relaxation, comfort, and convenience.

**The Space:**
Our beautifully designed vacation home boasts 3 spacious bedrooms, 2 luxurious bathrooms, and welcoming common areas. The interior is thoughtfully decorated with coastal charm, creating a cozy atmosphere for you and your loved ones to relax and create lasting memories.

**Amenities:**
Enjoy all the modern amenities you need for a comfortable stay. Cook up a storm in the fully equipped gourmet kitchen, featuring stainless steel appliances and plenty of counter space. Start your day with a cup of coffee on the private balcony, where the refreshing sea breeze and tranquil views will greet you. Stay connected and entertained with high-speed Wi-Fi, cable TV, and streaming services, or enjoy some leisurely downtime with our collection of board games and books.

**Outdoor Oasis:**
Step outside to your own private outdoor oasis. The backyard invites you to relax by the private pool and patio area, perfect for soaking up the Florida sun or taking a refreshing dip. Fire up the grill for a delicious barbecue under the stars, or gather around the fire pit for cozy evenings with family and friends.

**Prime Location:**
Our stunning bayfront home is perfectly located in the heart of Anna Maria, offering easy access to the island’s top attractions. Take a short stroll to the nearby white-sand beaches for a day of sun and surf, or explore the vibrant local scene with charming shops, galleries, and restaurants just a walk or bike ride away.

**Unforgettable Memories Await:**
Whether you’re looking for a romantic getaway, a family vacation, or a relaxing retreat with friends, our Charming Bayfront Retreat in Anna Maria is the perfect destination for an unforgettable experience. Create lasting memories as you immerse yourself in the island’s natural beauty, savor coastal cuisine, and enjoy the warm hospitality of this idyllic location.

Book your stay today and make our home your perfect retreat in Anna Maria!

"You are vacationing in a residential area. Please be a good neighbor by keeping the noise to a respectful level during the day and night. Excessive and unreasonable noise can deprive neighbors of the peaceful enjoyment of their private property."

VRC21-000105

During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Holmes Beach Beaches. Features include an outdoor pool and a spa tub. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a private pool in the vacation home.

Air-conditioned home with private pool, kitchen, and washing machine
Free WiFi
Take a swim in the outdoor pool or soak in the spa tub
Amenities include a car charging station
Onsite recreation includes a playground
Within a 10-minute walk of Holmes Beach Beaches and Bradenton Beach

This vacation home offers its guests an outdoor pool and a spa tub. The family-friendly vacation home also features barbecue grills and local meal delivery service.

Property manager

CHRISTINE

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

Near the beach
Beach sunloungers
Beach towels

Pool/Spa

Private pool
Outdoor pool
Heated pool
Fence around the pool
A hot tub

Internet

Free WiFi

Parking and transport

Electric car charging station on site
On-site parking options include a garage
On-site parking

Kitchen

Fridge
Stovetop
Microwave
Oven
Dishwasher
Coffee/tea maker
Toaster
Blender
Electric kettle

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

3 bedrooms
Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

2 bathrooms
Shower
Jetted
Toilet paper
Hairdryer
Towels provided
Soap
Shampoo
Bidet

Living spaces

Living room
Dining room

Entertainment

Smart TV with cable/satellite service
Ping pong table
Games

Outdoor areas

Balcony
Fenced garden
Barbecue
Outdoor furniture

Laundry

Washing machine and dryer
Near a laundromat

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

Housekeeping (on request)
Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

On the waterfront
Near a health or beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near the bay

Things to do

Fitness facilities nearby
Water sports equipment
Cycling on site
Golf on site
Kayaking on site
Marina nearby
Water tubing nearby
Hiking nearby
Waterskiing nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Power boating nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Kayaking nearby
Birdwatching 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

Recycling
Unit size: 2800 sq ft (260 sq m)

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

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

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

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

Amazing bay front home! 7 min walk to beach!

Amazing bay Front Home! 5 min Walk to Beach!

Gorgeous direct bay front home! Steps to beach! Amazing sunrises and pool!!! Reviews

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10 Excellent

Mary O.

13 Jun 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfection

This home is beautiful. It is clean, well equipped, tastefully decorated, with spectacular sunrises and views throughout the day. Its my favorite vrbo stay hands down. Christy is easy to work with since her goal is the guests top notch experience in her home. I cant say enough good things; well worth it!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy P.

14 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Gorgeous sunrises

This is a beautiful house with easy access to everything on the island. The fishing dock was great! It would be nice if it had a light on it since we did a lot of night fishing. But just a suggestion not a complaint. All the beach accessories were super helpful and our daughter and son-in-law really enjoyed the kayak. The owner was super easy to access and would reply immediately. No problems, just questions about some of the lighting. Overall, would highly recommend

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

8 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

AMI

Perfect quiet vacation spot. In a neighborhood w easy beach access, plenty of nearby options for anything we wanted to do. Very quiet neighborhood. My wife and I nearly always use VRBO for vacations, hands down best property we have ever had through VRBO. Only thing that would have made it better was if we had stayed 2 weeks. The only thing I can think of they might improve is a little better fishing pole and a second pole, but I’m not sure I was supposed to used it.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Norma B.

3 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing!

This house is spectacular! Everything you see online and more! Would HIGHLY recommend. You will not be disappointed! The view, pool and hot tub were amazing! Beds were very comfortable and every amenity you could wish for! Decore ❤️! Wildlife right off the dock.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

darla c.

11 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Bayfront Beauty

We had an amazing stay. You can't beat being bayfront, especially when you have a short walk to get to the beach. We appreciated how well-equipped the home was, and used the kayaks, paddle boards, beach chairs, umbrellas and bikes daily. The owner Christy was friendly and super responsive and the home was clean. I think our favorite thing besides the amazing views was the screened-in porch. It was the perfect spot to relax. Thank you for opening your beautiful home to us, we would love to return.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel S.

28 Feb 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Paradise

The house is beautiful and in a great location. The beach and restaurants were within walking distance, we rented a golf cart to get around the island which made for an ever greater experience. The house is very clean and comfortable. We saw dolphins from the porch and pool area. Definitely will return.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Abbie B.

6 Jan 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Christmas vacation 2022

We absolutely loved our stay! The house is just as pictured. The location is perfect and just a quick golf cart ride away to wherever you need. The kids saw dolphins almost every day. If you’re looking for the perfect family vacation home this house has everything and more!

Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Allyson D.

26 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Bay view

The house and view are amazing. We loved it. Clean and very nicely decorated. We would definitely go back. We had a great time!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca K.

16 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful home just as pictured

Excellent stay at this property. The owners are so kind and quick to respond to communication. Quick walk to beach. We saw dolphins and manatees from the dock!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael S., Ashburn, VA USA

1 Jul 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Property; Great Location

We were very pleased with our stay! It was our first time to AMI and we certainly hope to return. The location of the property is great - easily walkable to the beach, amazing views of the bay, close to grocery and dining. We visited Manatee Beach one day but much preferred the quiet and lovely stretch of beach directly across 49th street. The house itself was quite clean and very comfortable for our group of 5. The amenities provided were really nice - often the chairs, umbrellas, etc. at beach rentals are worn and rusty, but everything here was in excellent condition. We used the chairs and 2 umbrellas each day (transported using the beach cart), took a paddle board out on the ocean, and definitely used the 2 bikes quite a bit. One note: parking is challenging at some of the spots on the north side of the island, so I would recommend renting a few extra bikes if possible. As others mentioned, the bay can have a bit of a sulfur smell. This combined with the heat resulted in us using the pool less than I’d anticipated. But the pool area was very pretty and provided a great spot to view the sunrise. The communication from the owners was outstanding! Any questions were answered right away. All in all, this was an excellent property and experience and we highly recommend it!

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

21 Jun 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Family vacation

Our stay was exceptional! The location was perfect. Beds and bedding were very comfortable. The views were out of this world!! We discovered that the steps going out of the back porch were actually easier to use whenever we left the property. Our stay was wonderful. Christie was so easy to communicate with and very helpful.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lenore C.

1 May 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Simply Perfect!

The purpose of this trip was for my husband and me to kick back, relax and recharge. We had no desire to sightsee and didn't even rent a car. We were seeking a spot where we could walk to many things and that had water toys for paddling and a pool for lounging. This home was all that and more for us! We had a car service take us from the airport to the rental; used Uber once and walked everywhere else. Upon arriving, our hosts happened to be on-site and even helped get our groceries in the house as our instacart delivery was 25 minutes early. Lovely people that seemed to genuinely care that we were taken care of. Walking inside the house smelled freshly cleaned and all of the windows and the view just knocked my socks off. This house was clean everywhere- I like to walk barefoot and my feet were totally clean walking on these floors. Everywhere you look you see water and sky! We spent our days putting the tandem kayak in the water and exploring, back to the house for lunch, followed by time lounging in the heated pool listening to music (the house had a home pod that we would move to the screened patio), then walk to dinner, hit the beach for sunset (just a quick walk across the street) then kick back and enjoy Netflix! We really enjoyed the screened-in porch off the kitchen and ate most meals out there looking at the birds and dolphins that would go by. We only cooked once, so I cannot speak to how well-stocked the kitchen was for that, but I found what I needed for the one meal. Do know that there is a sulfur smell (cannot do anything about mother nature) that will hit you depending on the wind and tide. You can enjoy the sunrise every morning from the primary suite upstairs or from the many windows on the main level. The bed and pillows were very comfortable. Not much sleeping in though as the sunrise will have you up with the sun (bedroom had shades but they were no match for the florida sun). If you want to sleep in I would recommend the lower bedroom. We enjoyed the windows more than sleeping in! Do be warned- there are 18 stairs from the driveway to the main floor and 20 stairs from the main floor to a primary suite (only 5 steps from the main floor to other beds and bath). We had no issues with this but if someone had limited mobility this may be a problem. We had a simply fabulous time and if we vacation in this area again this will be our spot! Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us!

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

6 Apr 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

A•MAY•ZING

Beautiful! Clean! Great location! Stunning Views! DOLPHINS!! MANATEES!! Great supplies until we went to the store, which we actually stopped at on the way in. But we frequent the island and this is the best supplied house for necessities to start out your vacation. Also outdoor toys were endless. From the adults to the littles. The jacuzzi was awesome, the pool lovely. One “Snaffoo”, house directions were on the bottom shelf of the coffee table and we didn’t see it until the night before leaving. We thought it was forgotten, but it’s there, just look. The stairs were MANY for my husband and I as we both have some medical issues. I do think it was good for us in the long run, but it was a lot. We did wish for another bathroom for our group of six, but it ended out working ok for us. We are just used to a lot of bathrooms so we had to shuffle around a bit. But it absolutely worked. Again, we absolutely loved this beautiful home. The family that shared were amazing! We really wanted to meet with them just to put faces with the folks who shared, but unfortunately we didn’t get a chance. We would definitely recommend this vacation home and would also go back again. Enjoy your vacation!!!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

14 Mar 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Couldn’t be more perfect!

My family, parents and in-laws had an absolutely amazing time! The views of the bay are gorgeous to wake up to! The walk to the beach is so close and has beautiful sunsets! Christy and Mike are absolutely fantastic to communicate with. We enjoyed pool days, beach days, a walk to the Ugly Grouper, a morning on historic Bridge Street, a night watching the sunset with drinks at the Sandbar and live music at Harry’s Bar and Grill. We had groceries delivered from Publix and our favorite Ice Cream shop, Holy Cow Ice Cream we visited almost every night. Everything is close by to either walk or drive too. The guys fished (use shrimp for bait) off the dock and caught 3 sharks, 2 sting ray, bull heads, a giant crab, a flounder and we watched dolphins and mantatees right from our pool deck. The beds are extremely comfortable!! The master bedroom and bathroom upstairs is breathtaking! The pool is perfect for infants to adults. It was warm and refreshing on the hot days we had. So thankful to have found this gem! We already booked for next year!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Monique V.

27 Feb 2022

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The “I never want to leave” kind of spot

This home is wonderful! It’s a private spot overlooking the bay where we spotted manatees and dolphins daily. Our boat was docked right out front to explore the waters of AMI. Very clean and friendly hosts. The private pool and jacuzzi were perfection. We loved every minute ❤️

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy M.

20 Feb 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Th most enjoyable vacation!

We spent most of our time at the house, the windows allowed us to enjoy the beautiful view. The hot tub & pool were great pastime, the highlight was seeing dolphins & manatees! Christy and Mike were very helpful and wonderful to work with!

Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

md f., New Hampshire

15 Feb 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Location, Location,Location!

Was looking for Bay Front and could not have done better. Fished off dock and friend caught a beautiful Speckled Brown Trout. Everything top notch. Cleanest place I have ever checked in to. My minor problem with Spa was immediately addressed by owner. Already have plans to return. Only thing they could add is a Kuerig and ladder to get into Bay. Thank you so much Christie and Mike

Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2022