Beach, Private Dock & Boat Lift, Pool & Spa Tropical Paradise [#325871] | View Property
Anna Maria
House, 4 Bedrooms, 2 Baths (Sleeps 8-9)
From $2100/wk
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Luxurious Backyard Paradise!
Luxurious Backyard Paradise!
- Guest Kate
- Date of stay 04/28/13
- Review Submitted 05/05/13
This beautiful beach home is a top notch rental! The furnishings are amazing, beds are extremely comfortable, top of the line amenities- better then being at home! Great location, just a small walk down the street to the prettiest part of the beach, shops, and restaurants...thats if you even want to leave the back yard!!! You will feel like you are in a resort, everything is perfectly maintained, private and truly a tropical feel. We will definitely stay here again! We look forward to coming back again soon!!!Recommended for: Adventure seekers, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway.
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Great House Great Vacation
Great House Great Vacation
- Guest Jack and Diane
- Date of stay 04/12/13
- Review Submitted 04/29/13
The house was better than the description!!! Very private, walking to beach, sandbar and other restaurants, shops but most of all the hiuse itself is a perfect place to be. Great pool, dock for fishing ,perfect beds, baths and tv for grand kids. Great set up for us grand parents on top floor, parents and kids on main floor...and a man cave on ground level for our 14 yr old grandson!!! This is a sure bet rental wonderful owner easy process and really superb place best we have ever rented on VRBORecommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, tourists without a car, romantic getaway.
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Second visit to a great holiday home
Second visit to a great holiday home
- Guest manytravels11
- Date of stay 03/15/13
- Review Submitted 05/08/13
Tipsy Turtle is set along a really quiet avenue off of the main road through the island. This house has everything you could possibly want in buckets. The décor is lovely, fresh and beautifully maintained and all furniture and fittings are of excellent quality (including all linens and towels). Outside one has comfortable sofas and rocking chairs overlooking the superb garden and swimming pool. The garden is a delight with a hammock set amongst a grove of palm trees that just begs an afternoon nap. A short meander and you are on the boat dock, with fish jumping and racoons and ducks swimming by. All of this is within a very short cycle/walk to the beach and slightly longer to the City Pier and beach on the east of the island. There are at least three really good restaurants within a walk, cycle ride or a car trip, all of which we felt had improved over the last year. I cannot praise this house enough.Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, tourists without a car, romantic getaway.
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Backyard Tropical Beauty!
Backyard Tropical Beauty!
- Guest Jennifer
- Date of stay 12/23/12
- Review Submitted 01/02/13
Looking out at the back yard feels like you are in a tropical island garden. This property has been very well maintained and was exceptionally clean. There were 6 of us, and there was plenty of room for everyone. The location was perfect too... only a short walk to the amazing white beach or Pine Street shops. I LOVED the back yard with the garden setting, spa and pool. There's also a dock for fishing. It's really a beauty! We would definitely stay here again.Recommended for: Families with teenagers, families with young children.
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You have a truly beautiful house!
Guest comment entered by ownerYou have a truly beautiful house!
- Guest John Foley
- Date of stay 08/04/12
- Review Submitted 08/18/12
Nedra You have a truly beautiful house! We very much enjoyed ourselves there and all around Anna Marie Island. [and a great time at Busch Gardens]. We swam in pool, fished off the dock, played games on the beach, jet skied, para sailed – what a great vacation! I hope everyone [including yourselves] enjoy the house as much as we did! Regards John FoleyDid you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 1/1
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Wonderful stay @ a wondeful place.
Wonderful stay @ a wondeful place.
- Guest Joe
- Date of stay 05/19/12
- Review Submitted 06/13/12
I can't say enough about my stay on Anna Marie, The house was great, beautifully landscaped, quiet, and peaceful. Owners were kind and pleasant to deal with. Supplied with all the info I needed for a great stay. I would highly recomend this place if you need to recharge your batteries.Recommended for: Adventure seekers, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway.
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Paradise in your own backyard
Paradise in your own backyard
- Guest Crimson and Clover
- Date of stay 05/12/12
- Review Submitted 05/29/12
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Anna Marie Island at the Tipsy Turtle. The home and its lavish outdoor surroundings were just perfect. We enjoyed the covenience of the pool and the fishing dock everyday. Nedra was very helpful and prompt about answering any of our concerns. The property was very clean and well maintained. We would definitely stay here again. We took daily walks to Jenny and Jane's cafe a block away for morning coffee, and the Sandbar Restraurant was a short walk of less than 3 blocks. The beach was also a very short walk of less than 2 blocks. Great location.Recommended for: Age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway.
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Spring Break
Spring Break
- Guest Anonymous
- Date of stay 03/17/12
- Review Submitted 04/12/12
Beautiful, clean, well equipped vacation home. There were several nice beach chairs & beach towels that were nicer than most rentals - I packed ours but won't the next time we come! The backyard is wonderful. Our kids could have stayed in the pool the entire vacation and been happy! The beach wagon was fabulous - it hauled chairs, toys, umbrellas, cooler & two kids when they were tired! We really enjoyed the walk to eat at The Rod & Reel and The Sandbar. Those were our favorite places to eat - great quality & reasonably priced. We enjoyed The Fishing Hole (miniature golf) also. The Mote Aquarium wasn't a favorite for our kids, neither was the The Gulf Cafe (for the cost). Wish we could have stayed longer!Recommended for: Adventure seekers, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Owner response: Hope to have you back soon! Glad to share our little piece of paradise.
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Happy visitor
Happy visitor
- Guest Suzanne
- Date of stay 03/03/12
- Review Submitted 04/14/12
WE had a wonderful stay. Everything was the same as in the pitcures but even better. We hope to come back again next year.Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners.
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This Vacation Home is a "10"
This Vacation Home is a "10"
- Guest Ken & Bronya
- Date of stay 02/04/12
- Review Submitted 04/13/12
This is truly a piece of paradise! Your home is beautifully decorated and spotlessly clean. The kitchen is fully equipped and the beds are new and very comfortable. The back yard is an oasis with its lush landscaping, pool and hot tub. The neighborhood is quiet and the home is a short walking distance to the beach, free trolley, shops and restaurants. Nedra, the owner is very helpful, friendly and quick to respond to any queries. We had a fabulous vacation.Recommended for: Families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway.
Owner response: Hope to have you back soon!
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Great family vacation!
Great family vacation!
- Guest Tri V.
- Date of stay 11/03/11
- Review Submitted 02/22/12
We stayed in November of 2011. The home is pretty private! We used the pool and hot tub a lot, even though the temperature in November was a little chilly. My wife and I visited with our two daughters (6 and 9) and our girls loved the home. The home is near the beach, which was nice. We rented a golf cart and our girls really appreciated that, as we used it to go everywhere. We will try to make it back.Recommended for: Families with young children
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Must See to Believe!
Must See to Believe!
- Guest Natalie
- Date of stay 08/22/11
- Review Submitted 09/02/11
This fantastic beach home with its lush landscaping is truly a tropical paradise. Standing on the porch overlooking the pool & yard is breathtaking. You only need a swimsuit as ALL amenities are provided. The beach-themed interior decor is charming. The impeccable kitchen has every appliance needed. There are bikes to explore the island and beach toys and chairs to relax and enjoy the beautiful Gulf waters. The Gulf side of Florida has the best beaches. The home is fully stocked for everyday needs (soap, detergent, cleaners) and there are TWO sets of washers & dryers! Nedra has a binder full of information on local restaurants and attractions. Our family had a wonderful vacation and would return tomorrow if we could! Thanks for a memorable experience!Recommended for: Families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway.
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McCann Family
McCann Family
- Guest Pam
- Date of stay 05/20/11
- Review Submitted 06/07/11
Who wouldn't just love this beach house. My family had a wonderful vacation and made great memories. The house was very clean, the pool and garden area was just heaven. I can't think of one thing that we didn't love about this house. We really enjoyed just hanging out by the pool and spending special time together. This vacation is marked as one of our best family vacations ever! Thank you Nedra, we are looking forward to another vacation soon at your home. The McCann familyRecommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car.
Owner response: I am happy my home has made special memories for your family. Hope to have you back soon..Nedra
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Spring Break 2011
Spring Break 2011
- Guest Bob&Paula
- Date of stay 03/26/11
- Review Submitted 04/07/11
We had a fantastic week on AMI! Traveled with four teens and never heard the "B" word. The accommodations were perfect for our crew of six. The Tipsy Turtle is wonderfully located in the middle of everything. All enjoyed the bikes and the beach wagon with all the gear needed for a day at the beach. Also did some fishing in the canal, left the rods & reels for others to enjoy. AMI is a very unique, laid back place to kick back and relax. Will certainly recommend to family and friends. The back yard paradise with pool/spa & hammock were a hit as well. Thanks for sharing you slice of heaven with us!Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
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Perfect Family Vacation
Perfect Family Vacation
- Guest Suzanne
- Date of stay 03/19/11
- Review Submitted 06/14/11
We stayed here for a week with our whole family and our two grandchildren in March (9 people in all). It is now the middle of June and whenever we see each other, everyone still talks about the fact that this was the best vacation any of us ever had. The house was immaculate and very spacious. Everyone had plenty of privacy and between the two beautiful decks and the pool area there was more than enough entertainment area. The kitchen was fully equiped and the outdoor grill was wonderful. The salt water pool was amazing, we spent most of our time there. I would advise anyone staying here to take advantage of the bikes and tour the island, it is beautiful. Sunsets are amazing. Thank you Nedra and family for sharing your home with us.Recommended for: Families with teenagers, families with young children.
Owner response: Hope we can create more family memories in the future!
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Relaxing hideaway that feels like your own exclusive resort
Relaxing hideaway that feels like your own exclusive resort
- Guest Nancy's 50th Birthday Crew
- Date of stay 03/12/11
- Review Submitted 06/05/11
This is a fabulous vacation getaway property with amazing amenties. Everything is top-notch-- salt water pool, secluded hammock, high end kitchen equipment, the list goes on. We did not want to venture out at all. There is lots of room so it would be ideal for two families.Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway.
Owner response: Glad you enjoyed your stay and I hope to see you again!
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Funky & Fun
Funky & Fun
- Guest "the cold canucks"
- Date of stay 02/28/11
- Review Submitted 03/24/11
Our family thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Tipsy Turtle. The house was very well equipped with everything you need. The bikes were a great addition for touring the island. We rented a bike seat at Beach Bums, which our grandson enjoyed and in fact cried when we had to return it. The fruit trees in the backyard along with the lovely pots of herbs were a real treat to enjoy fresh. This has been the most beautiful place we have ever rented in Florida. Nedra was also very quick and helpful to respond to any needs or requests. We would highly recommend this lovely home to anyone.Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
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2 Brits on Anna Maria
2 Brits on Anna Maria
- Guest Gill
- Date of stay 01/29/11
- Review Submitted 02/13/12
Tipsy Turtle was everything and more than we expected! The photos did not do it justice - it was more beautiful in reality. It was beautifully clean and very well maintained and had every single thing one could want and more! The house was set in a really quiet cul-de-sac which meant it was very peaceful. Nedra, the owner, rang us after a couple of days just to check we had everything we needed. This was our second visit to Anna Maria Island (the first for only 2 days) and we did all the usual things - walking down City Pier (which has a bar at the end!) and a good place to watch dolphins, cycling to the beach for sundowners, trying not to fall off my bike! We loved the garden and swimming pool and sitting on the boat dock watching ospreys eating fish on the tree top across the waterway. We had dinner at The Waterfront and Sandbar, which were both excellent; and Sign of the Mermaid became a firm favourite (you must not miss their Key Lime Pie). Feeling Swell was a great lunchtime stop. They were all within walking/cycling distance. AMI history museum was very interesting and well worth a visit. The free Trolley service is a must - you can ride the whole length of the island and back for nothing - and it will take your bicycle too. We used it to visit Bridge Street on Holmes Beach as parking can be a problem. We travel worldwide but Anna Maria Island is right up there as one of our favourite destinations.Recommended for: Age 55+, families with young children, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
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New Year's 2011
New Year's 2011
- Guest Nancy M.
- Date of stay 12/26/10
- Review Submitted 01/17/11
What a wonderful vacation we had on Anna Maria Island!!! This vacation home exceeded our expectations. What a treat for the kids to be able to pick fresh citrus and bananas from the trees in the backyard. Being foodies ourselves, we really appreciated the fresh herbs we found in the tropical garden and the upgraded cookware in the kitchen. Our husbands loved the BBQ! The weather was wonderful toward the end of the week in December and the kids had tons of fun in the hottub. Nedra was quick to respond to our needs when the pool needed some maitenance due to a storm before our arrival. The canal was a real treat with the kids trying their luck fishing from the dock. The home was very clean and well cared for. We loved the central location where we could easily walk to the beach or meander to the Sign of the Mermaid for supper. We rang in the New Year on the balcony overlooking the backyard...the kids loved it! Thank you Nedra for being a wealth of information to our families and helping us fall in love with Anna Maria. We'll see you soon, Terri, Mike, Nancy & MichaelRecommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car.
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