We loved our 3-week stay on Anna Maria Island. Kokomo was a wonderful home base for exploring everything the island has to offer. The location was fantastic — just a short walk to the beach and an easy bike ride to the shops and restaurants on Pine Avenue. A special shout-out to North Shore Café for the best coffee and all-around great vibe. The bungalow was spotless when we arrived, and the adjustable beds were a fun surprise and very comfortable. The pool was always the perfect temperature, and we loved being able to cool off in the privacy of our own little backyard oasis. We also made great use of the front-yard BBQ and hammock, which added to the relaxed island feel. One tip for future guests: stop at Detwiler's in Bradenton on your way to the island. It may be the best grocery store we've ever visited, and it made stocking up for our stay easy and enjoyable. The team at Once Upon A Beach was excellent to deal with throughout our stay. They were easy to reach, responsive, and went out of their way to help me track down a package that had been delivered. We also highly recommend renting bikes. The rental credit included with the property covered the cost, and biking around the island ended up being one of our favourite parts of the trip. One thing to note is that the cottage is quite compact. It was perfect for the two of us, but our college-aged sons had originally planned to join us and we realized it would have felt a bit tight for four adults for an extended stay. Overall, Kokomo was a charming, comfortable, and well-located place to stay, and we would happily return.
Thank you so much for your thoughtful review! We're delighted to hear that Kokomo served as such a wonderful home base for your three-week island getaway.
It sounds like you truly embraced the Anna Maria Island lifestyle, from relaxing by the pool and enjoying the hammock to exploring the island by bike and discovering local favorites like North Shore Café. We're especially happy to hear that the adjustable beds, private outdoor spaces, and included bike rental credit helped make your stay even more enjoyable.
Thank you as well for your kind words about our team. It was our pleasure to assist during your stay, and we're glad we could help track down your package.
Thank you again for choosing Once Upon A Beach. We'd love to welcome you back to Kokomo the next time you're ready for an island escape!