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10 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 10

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Anna Maria, FL
  • Popular LocationAnna Maria Beach8 min walk
  • Popular LocationBean Point Beach10 min walk
  • Popular LocationAnna Maria City Pier11 min walk
  • AirportTampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)71 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Fourth Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 King Bed

Second Bedroom

4 Twin Beds

Third Bedroom

1 King Bed

5 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Fifth Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Fourth Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Half Bathroom 6

Toilet

Half Bathroom 7

Toilet

Master

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Second Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Third Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining Area

About this property

A Shore Thing - Second To None Spacious Waterfront Luxury! Dock, Pool, Spa, Rooftop Water Views!

Welcome to A Shore Thing!
On Anna Maria Island (Anna Maria, FL)

A waterfront luxury home just a few blocks from the pristine sugary white sands of Anna Maria Island and quaint 'downtown' Anna Maria's Pine Avenue!

HIGHLIGHTS:
- Open layout and spacious Kitchen, Dining, Living w/ TV
- 1 King Bedroom w/ TV, En-Suite Full Bathroom
- 1 Queen Bedroom w/ TV, En-Suite Full Bathroom
- 1 King Bedroom w/ TV, En-Suite Full Bathroom
- 1 Bedroom w/ 2 Sets of Twin-Over-Twin Bunk Beds, En-Suite Full Bathroom
- Bonus Den/Office with Sleeper Sofa, En-Suite Full Bathroom
- 2 Additional Half Baths
- Rooftop Deck with Gulf & Bay Views
- Elevator (only available with prior approval and payment of damage deposit) *Please note this home is not wheelchair accessible and is for convenience only. If the elevator unexpectedly becomes inoperable, stairs are required.

Kitchen:
Gas Stove, Oven, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator w/ Ice Maker & Water, Garbage Disposal, Coffeemaker (12 cup), Blender, Crock Pot, Toaster, Kitchenware, Wine/Beverage Cooler

Pool Area:
Heated Private Pool w/ Spa, Table, Umbrella, Bonus Indoor/Outdoor Space off Pool with Kitchenette, Beverage Cooler, TV, Outdoor Dining & Loungers, Outdoor Shower, Private Dock, Gas Grill

For Guests Bringing a Boat:
The home does offer a dock to tie off to. However, we do not recommend boats with a tower as there is a bridge to clear when traveling from the ramp to the home. The closest open water access leads you out to the Bay, with proximity to the Gulf of Mexico.

Parking:
2 Car Garage, 2 Additional Cars in Driveway

Amenities:
A/C, Heat, Cable Television, Wireless Internet, Linens, Towels, Hair Dryer, Iron/Ironing Board, Washer/Dryer

*Beach Gear Equipment (Provided by VayKLife Gear):
Assorted beach gear items may be onsite but not guaranteed. Every reservation now includes a credit towards personalized beach gear rental included with your stay (chairs, cart, umbrella, bikes, coolers, games, and so much more). Simply make selections prior to your stay and we will have at your home for you!

DESCRIPTION:
This home is truly one of the most spectacular homes on Anna Maria Island! Located at the north end of the island nestled in on a secluded residential canal and street you are only a short's walk, bike or golf cart ride to the arguably best beaches on Anna Maria including Bean Point - the magnificent tip of the island where Tampa Bay meets the Gulf of Mexico in a stellar curved 180-degree view of pristine clear blue water against the sugary white sands of the island. You are also very close to 'downtown' Anna Maria's Pine Avenue shops and some of the island's beloved restaurants and ice cream shops! This waterfront home is great for fisherman looking to fish from the comforts of their own backyard or boaters looking to keep their boat with them during their island vacation!

The home itself is simply, stunning. This home looks like something out of a Coastal Living magazine with every space and amenity meticulously designed and stocked to ensure every guest of this home has nothing to worry about other than what time to go to the beach! The home boasts an elegant coastal design with a mix of designer furnishings and touches throughout this sprawling home! The desirable set up of this home offers not only ample space for entertaining but also extra-large bedroom suites with separate bathrooms which make traveling with a group easy and enjoyable!

Upon entering from the front door you will find a lovely indoor/outdoor area with kitchenette, beverage cooler, and TV opening up to the back of the home with massive glass sliding doors and lovely views of the sparkling blue pool, spa, and deck area. The pool and spa are heated year-round and include an in-pool table and umbrella perfect for sipping some cocktails poolside. The outdoor space has seating, loungers, shower and a gas grill for cooking up some fresh catch-of-the day. There is plenty of space to comfortably entertain and enjoy everything waterfront living has to offer. The home's lush landscaping provides seclusion and privacy while also allowing ample sunlight for the pool area and its sunbathers! The private dock is available for use and storing the guest's boats or easily launching kayaks or paddleboards during your stay!

Once upstairs you will find the main living area features an expansive open floor plan with a fully stocked gourmet kitchen opening up to the dining area and living room. The kitchen island is HUGE and offers counter seating for 6 with additional separate dining table seating 6 in the dining nook. The kitchen has plenty of room for several cooks and is fully stocked with everything you will need to prepare a gourmet meal.

On this same main living floor, you will find the master suite with king bed, black-out shades, TV, and massive en-suite full bathroom which has a soaking tub, walk-in shower, two sink vanities, separate toilet closet and huge walk-in closet. Additionally, on this floor is the office/den with sleeper sofa, desk, TV, and full en-suite bathroom with walk in shower. There is also a half bath and laundry room with washer and dryer.

Wind further up the stairs you will find another queen and king bedroom (can be converted to twins upon request) both which have their own TV and full en-suite bathroom with walk-in shower and closet. The bunk room is the perfect space for the little ones! The room has its own sofa/sitting area for playing and has two custom built-in twin over twin bunk beds. The room has a 3-faucet farmhouse style sink and en-suite full bathroom with walk in shower. Additionally on the top floor is another sitting area adjacent another balcony deck overlooking the pool area below. From this deck you access the rooftop deck via spiral staircase where you will find the most stunning views of both gulf and bay waters!

POLICIES:
NO PETS. NO SMOKING.

Registered Guest must provide copy of ID, be at least 25 years of age and be present throughout entire stay.

Standard occupancy is 2 persons per every standard bedroom, an additional occupant fee of $25 per person/per night will be assessed for each occupant over this up to max occupancy, if applicable.

Quiet Hours 10p-8a. 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.

Reservations are typically taken for 7-night Saturday-Saturday stays. However, we can offer flexible stays with varying minimum night requirements and non-Saturday check-ins/check-outs during most of the year with exception to holidays and peak weeks unless city ordinances prohibit it. Always feel free to ask prior to booking to see if this is a possibility as we may not be able to accommodate changes after booking.

CLEANING AND SAFETY:
All our homes and linens are cleaned, sanitized, and inspected between each guest per industry standards. A starter set of basic amenities, linens, towels, and bedding are provided at the beginning of your stay per home occupancy. Daily housekeeping or linen services are not included in your stay.

Additional cleaning and laundry services are available by request mid-stay at additional charge. For stays of 28-days or more, a mid-stay clean will be required to be scheduled and paid by guest at additional cost.

This home participates in our Professional Linen Program. This ensures high quality linens and towels are provided according to the home's occupancy at the beginning of your stay. These are professionally laundered at a commercial facility between each guest. Please keep in mind extra sets are not kept in homes.

GOLF CART RENTALS:
Golf carts are a fun and easy way to get around the island! After booking, reserve one for your stay with our sister company, Once Upon A Beach Carts, for an exclusive discount for our vacation rental guests!

BABY EQUIPMENT RENTALS:
Baby equipment is not available for use at the home for safety and sanitation reasons. We are however partnered with local companies offering rentals of these items including pick-up and drop-off. Information is provided at time of booking or inquire directly.

POOL & SPA (if any):
The pool is heated year-round at no additional cost for the convenience and comfort of our guests. Pool temperatures are set between 82-85 degrees and will not be set higher due to keeping proper chemical balance, clarity, and cleanliness of the pools. Due to strict city noise ordinances pool heaters and filters do not run during the hours of 10p-8a. Please note that cooler ambient temperatures (20-degree difference between water and air temperature) may result in pool heater unable to compensate the difference. We are not responsible for cold spells causing cooler pool temperatures or unexpected failure of equipment. Please note that a residential spa is a section of pool that once turned on provides relaxation, misting bubbles and warmer temperatures in the high 90s - low 100s but are not permitted to remain on 24/7 or will not reach temperatures like that of a commercial hot tub. Spas may not be operational during the months of June - September to avoid high temperatures of pool water which is detrimental to keeping proper pool chemical balances. Guests are required to read and abide by all posted rules, safety and operating information. Under no circumstance is any guest allowed to adjust pool equipment. Failure to abide may result in guests being fined or liable for any damages to equipment.

PROPERTY SECURITY/SAFETY:
Please note this home may be equipped with Ring, Nest or other exterior cameras viewing front door, driveways, pool equipment, and entry/exits of backyard areas only. Cameras are only intended to keep property safe and secure, monitor deliveries, assure occupancy, and are not angled into any areas where guests would assume or expect privacy.

CANCELLATION POLICY:
Please review the details of our Cancellation Policy page or Terms & Conditions at booking. We encourage you to review as OUR POLICIES HAVE CHANGED as of MARCH 25, 2023. We continue to offer refunds of deposits for cancellations (for stays of 28 days or less) made greater than 60 days to arrival, however all cancellations are now subject to a non-refundable booking admin fee. We continue to offer our US Citizens guests (with exception to residents of NY and HI) the option of purchasing CSA Travel Insurance directly with us. We strongly encourage all guests to purchase Travel Insurance in the event of any unforeseen eventualities. Refunds or credits are not provided for COVID-19 related cancellations, weather or beach conditions outside of our cancellation policy. Hurricane season is June 1st – November 30th.

Max Occupancy: 8
Max Cars: 3
City of Anna Maria: VR18-000125

The information provided online, though deemed accurate is not guaranteed. It is subject to errors, omissions, change of price or withdrawal without notice.

Property manager

Once Upon a Beach Vacation Rentals - Nikki & Mike Kaleta, Owners
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Amenities

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

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
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

About the neighborhood

Anna Maria

Located in Anna Maria, this vacation home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Anna Maria Beach and Bean Point Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider AMI Paddleboard Adventures and Fish Hole Adventure Golf. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Anna Maria, FL

What's nearby

  • Anna Maria Beach - 8 min walk
  • Bean Point Beach - 10 min walk
  • Bradenton Beach - 11 min walk
  • Anna Maria City Pier - 11 min walk
  • Anna Maria Island Museum and Historical Park - 13 min walk

Getting around

  • Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - 8 min drive
  • The Waterfront Restaurant - 12 min walk
  • Sandbar Seafood & Spirits - 19 min walk
  • The Ugly Grouper - 6 min drive
  • Harry's Grill - 18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is A Shore Thing - Second To None Spacious Waterfront Luxury! Dock, Pool, Spa, Rooftop Water Views! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A Shore Thing - Second To None Spacious Waterfront Luxury! Dock, Pool, Spa, Rooftop Water Views!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Shore Thing - Second To None Spacious Waterfront Luxury! Dock, Pool, Spa, Rooftop Water Views!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A Shore Thing - Second To None Spacious Waterfront Luxury! Dock, Pool, Spa, Rooftop Water Views! located?

This family-friendly Anna Maria vacation home is located on the waterfront, within a 10-minute walk of Bayfront Park and Anna Maria Beach. Bean Point Beach and Bay Boulevard Beach are also within 15 minutes.

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lisa T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Breezy and cool Christmas at a Shore Thing
We enjoyed 5 nights at a Shore Thing with 3 generations of family - 8 people total. The home is GORGEOUS, more beautiful than the photos. The kitchen was well-stocked and the location was perfect. With the unusually cold weather, we walked everywhere - even with the cold temps, we enjoyed exploring the island on foot. Communication with Once Upon a Beach was easy and thorough. Our only disappointment was the fact that we could not use the hot tub as we couldn’t heat it enough to make it comfortable in the cold weather. With the evenings in the 30’s we would have loved to end the day in the hot tub but the spa was too cold to enjoy. We are from MI so we love our winter hot tub time. This is a perfect house for a large family gathering.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelli H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Luxurious Retreat
We enjoyed our family gathering in this lovely house.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Haley K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Luxury relaxation!
We found this home on a last minute search after our first rental fell through. The property managers were incredible to work with. Very responsive. And made the whole process a breeze! They accommodated us for An early check in which was so helpful with little children! The home was extremely well equipped. The house was spotless when we arrived. We made some wonderful memories there! We can’t wait to return!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Merewyn H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing family vacation!
We are just back after a wonderful week at your gorgeous home. The house was perfect for us. Great layout, so much light, very clean & beautifully decorated. The pool & hot tub were warm & lovely. We enjoyed the privacy of the backyard pool & dock area. Great views from the roof top deck! Easy walk to Bean Point & other beaches. We also loved proximity to Pine Street shops & restaurants. We definitely recommend this home & we’ll be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debbie O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Heaven on earth.
This house is truly the most amazing place. We had seven ladies for a long weekend. Decor is five star, location peaceful and quiet. We had horrific weather so the house was our refuge. Plenty of space. Comfortable and inviting!! Great communication and everything you need to enjoy your time!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

About the host

Hosted by Once Upon a Beach Vacation Rentals - Nikki & Mike Kaleta, Owners

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We are Mike & Nikki Kaleta with Once Upon A Beach Vacation Rentals & Property Management, full-time island residents, and a husband and wife team who solely own and operate our boutique luxury vacation rental agency on Anna Maria Island, Florida. We currently manage 30+ throughout the island on behalf of our owners. We relocated here in 2016 after we fell in love with the small town feel of this beach island paradise and built our small business from the ground up with the passion to share this beloved island with others. It is our utmost goal to make every one of our guests instantly feel at home as a 'true local' in one of our unique, pristine, meticulously designed and luxurious accommodations. From small beachside bungalows to sprawling multi-story single family homes. We take great pride in ensuring our homes are maintained with the highest standards in quality and care. We know planning a vacation can be stressful so we are dedicated to providing a direct, personalized and stress free rental experience from booking to departure for all of our guests. We are dedicated to being fair, flexible, and 'excessive fees free'. Our guests experiences are everything and we look forward to helping you write the first chapter of your vacation story with us and welcome you back for years and years to come.

Why they chose this property

We quickly acclimated to being a 'local' and fell in love with this quaint beach town. The heart of the island is in its people and small local businesses which are so focused on welcoming all the visitors flocking here. Every guest to the island wants to enjoy those tangerine sunsets, gin clear warm water of the gulf, and sugary white sand beaches. There is so much to love about Anna Maria Island. Regardless of what a blissful vacation means to you... fishing off a pier, wildlife watching, enjoying a boat ride, dipping your toes in blue waters, sunning yourself on cool sand, eating your hearts desire of fresh seafood, sipping some island cocktails, grabbing a beer and listening to live music, filling your shopping bags with unique finds, mini-golfing with the little ones, exploring the island by bike, joining a sandbar party, spending time with your loved ones, snoozing in a hammock, enjoying a romantic date night with some fine dining or just doing nothing at all but reading a book and listening to the waves under an umbrella... you will find it here. AMI always finds a way to reinvigorate your soul by pouring sunshine into your heart and writing cherished memories onto your mind. The idea of Once Upon a Beach was born with the opportunity to manage short term vacation rentals for some of our family-owned homes. As we quickly jumped into this next adventure, it became our top goal to provide a unique, intimate, and simplified vacation rental experience for our guests so that all they had to do was reserve, arrive, and relax. Vacation planning should not be stressful and details shouldn't be a concern. Our guests should feel right at home from the moment they step into one of our unique, beach chic, and luxurious homes and immediately start enjoying all the island has to offer. We take pride in our service and the meticulous maintenance of our homes. Come write the first chapter of your vacation story with us at Once Upon a Beach.

What makes this property unique

Caring deeply about our guests, homes, owners, and the island... we are dedicated to building friendships, relationships, and partnerships with other locals, residents, and visitors on the island. We are proud to have established a great name of integrity by following industry standards and ethics, providing exceptional service for guests, taking great care of our homes, and building excellent relationships with homeowners. We not only market vacation rentals, but an experience of ‘island living’ through our social media and insider guides we have invested heart and time in creating for our guests to enjoy. By being the sole contact and personal concierge we provide an intimate, boutique-style, exceptional, five star and stress-free experience from booking to departure for all of our guests. ​ We treat every home as if it were our own and every guest like family.

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