10/10 Excellent
Donald S.
Jul 2, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home
Donald S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Entire home
Charming Bungalow with Fabulous Location and Private Pool!
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61223 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Anna Maria, FL
- Anna Maria Beach2 min walk
- Bean Point Beach5 min walk
- Bradenton Beach1 min drive
- Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)42 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Family Room
1 Queen Futon
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Charming Bungalow with Fabulous Location and Private Pool!
Like so many homes on Anna Maria Island, our home was severely flooded. Professional photos are coming, but until they are in, we thought you may enjoy a sneak peek!
We made a few needed changes in the floor plan, and believe it is at its best ever! We cannot thank those who reached out to us and wished us well, and those understanding guests whose vacations were upended by the storm and its toll on our humble home. It is with much gratitude that we thank you for your kindness, understanding, prayers, and love. Shell We Dance is back and better than EVER!!
Sweet vintage 1950's bungalow/cottage with all the charm of the island! Beautifully decorated, fully fenced back yard with private pool, (second building is the original garage where bikes and beach gear are stored). Located on the island's much sought after north end, it is a short walk to Bean Point Beach, Bay Front Beach and Park. Crystal clear waters of the gulf, white sands, and island breezes await!
2 bedrooms, 2 baths. Cozy living room with queen sized foldout sofa, screened in lanai, kitchen, and laundry room. With full sized washer and dryer included in the home and complimentary bikes to explore the island. Other items at the home for your use during your stay are beach towels, pool toys, beach chairs, a cart to roll all your gear to the beach, and pack-n-play for baby. Many accoutrements included!
Relax, unwind, and dance like no-one is watching!
Shell We Dance?
We made a few needed changes in the floor plan, and believe it is at its best ever! We cannot thank those who reached out to us and wished us well, and those understanding guests whose vacations were upended by the storm and its toll on our humble home. It is with much gratitude that we thank you for your kindness, understanding, prayers, and love. Shell We Dance is back and better than EVER!!
Sweet vintage 1950's bungalow/cottage with all the charm of the island! Beautifully decorated, fully fenced back yard with private pool, (second building is the original garage where bikes and beach gear are stored). Located on the island's much sought after north end, it is a short walk to Bean Point Beach, Bay Front Beach and Park. Crystal clear waters of the gulf, white sands, and island breezes await!
2 bedrooms, 2 baths. Cozy living room with queen sized foldout sofa, screened in lanai, kitchen, and laundry room. With full sized washer and dryer included in the home and complimentary bikes to explore the island. Other items at the home for your use during your stay are beach towels, pool toys, beach chairs, a cart to roll all your gear to the beach, and pack-n-play for baby. Many accoutrements included!
Relax, unwind, and dance like no-one is watching!
Shell We Dance?
Property manager
Don Kinsey
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 3 total)
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking allowed on the screened in lanai.
Important information
You need to know
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 15
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
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
About the neighborhood
Anna Maria
Located in Anna Maria, this vacation home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Anna Maria Beach and Bean Point Beach. Fish Hole Adventure Golf and H2O Watersportz are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Anna Maria, FL
What's nearby
- Anna Maria Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- Bean Point Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
- Anna Maria City Pier - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
- Anna Maria Island Museum and Historical Park - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
- Bradenton Beach - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - 9 min drive
- Rod and Reel Pier - 3 min walk
- Two Scoops - 13 min walk
- Sandbar Seafood & Spirits - 3 min drive
- The Waterfront Restaurant - 14 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.6/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Cyndi P.
Jun 4, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cyndi P.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Troy R.
Jun 26, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradise
Troy R.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
May 12, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location
Verified traveler
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lydia E.
Sep 25, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful family friendly bungalow
Lydia E.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Danielle R.
Jan 14, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location yard for dogs
Danielle R.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
8/10 Good
Rachel V.
Jul 11, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls' Getaway!
Rachel V.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
6/10 Okay
Talia W.
Jul 6, 2021
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Great location
Talia W.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
Livingston H.
Jul 31, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent AMI House by Bean Point
Livingston H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Nicole K.
Dec 13, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay in what I would consider the best location on AMI hands down
Nicole K.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019
10/10 Excellent
Catarine G., Melbourne, Florida
Oct 30, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an awesome time!
Catarine G.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
Jun 27, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
Verified traveler
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Simon R.
Sep 25, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place For A Sunset
Simon R.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
8/10 Good
Brad M.
May 30, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good place to stay
Brad M.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Brian A.
Apr 30, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Beach Stay!
Brian A.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Wes B., Lake Hamilton Florida
Dec 16, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location close to prettiest beach in Florida
Wes B.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Michael B., Orlando
Nov 30, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A perfect spot on Anna Maria Island
Michael B.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Bruce M.
Aug 7, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Outstanding Location in AMI
Bruce M.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Ashley M.
Mar 29, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing!
Ashley M.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sheila S.
Jun 22, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Father’s Day Getaway
Sheila S.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Debbie M.
Nov 9, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Debbie M.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Janet H., New Richmond, Ohio
Jul 8, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Island Cottage
Janet H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Donald S.
Jul 11, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place to stay
Donald S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Sangeeta S.
Jul 11, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint and Cozy
Sangeeta S.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
Vicki W.
Jan 3, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
Vicki W.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
About the host
Hosted by Don Kinsey
We were taken with Anna Maria Island the minute we visited. We knew this would be the place we would one day retire. Chicago area natives, we have transferred with Don's employer several times, including to the low country of South Carolina, the Indianapolis area of Indiana, and southeast Texas. With many family members and friends living in Florida, it has been a place we have come to enjoy and visit quite often. Nowhere has captivated us the way Anna Maria has! To us it is heaven on earth and a place we hope everyone will be able to visit at least once in their lifetime! It is the people that make it truly the warmest and most welcoming of islands we have visited. Now we own a small slice of the island and want to share it with as many people as we can. We hope your stay in our humble home fills you with relaxation, fond memories, and gratitude for the island and each other. Enjoy!
Why they chose this property
The northern tip of Anna Maria Island is a quiet, laid-back area, with the most amazing beaches! The white sands are created from crystal which stays cool even on the hottest of days, and if you shuffle your feet, the sand "sings". The waters are so clear you can see your feet while waist deep. The Rod and Reel Pier is literally down the street. Some shops, eateries and beaches are literally minutes walking distance, and you can bike to others on our complementary bikes!
What makes this property unique
Shell We Dance is ground level entry and a lagoon style private pool with splash pad wading ledge. Vintage charm and serene surroundings make it an amazing place to escape to and simply “be”.
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