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Charming cottage in quiet area, close to beach & bay.

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Terrace/patio
Property grounds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Anna Maria, FL
  • Place, Anna Maria Island Museum and Historical Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Bradenton Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Island Players
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Full 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Charming cottage in quiet area, close to beach & bay.



Welcome to Anna Maria Island ''paradise without an attitude''. Our ground level newly renovated unit is located in the village of Anna Maria on a quiet residential street, a short stroll to the sugar white sand beach. Free trolley stop, shopping, a variety of restaurants, both fishing piers, the island community center are all within walking distance.
Many local concerts, festivals, art & craft shows and fireworks depending on the season of your visit.
With Bradenton, Sarasota and Tampa so close your can be as busy as you like with endless activities or quietly walk the beautiful beach, watch the dolphins swim pass while you wait for the spectacular sunset.

We have wifi internet , unlimited long distance calling in the US & Canada. Tiled floors and beautiful screened lanai. Fenced in large yard with patio and will consider well behaved pets.
Our rates are based on double occupancy.
When using instant confirmation please provide a small description of your reason for visiting the island and your relationship to all guests in the reservation.
Anna Maria has a strict noise policy.
No noise from 10pm-8 am. Violators will receive a noise violation from the Sheriffs department, that they are responsible for paying , ask to leave the property with no refund. The property is protected on the outside by Ring video security cameras.

Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children must be supervised by an adult over 25 .
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Pets must be approved by owner.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please email or text me if your travel plans have you checking out before 10am. Please let me know if you had any issues ie: burnt out light bulbs.
No need to strip beds.
If you streamed anything on the TVs please return TV to regular live TV channels.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Anna Maria has a strict noise policy, guests are responsible for any noise violations and will be asked to leave the property with no refund on reserv
Only guests on the reservation are allowed .
If you have guests or pets not on the reservation your reservation can be cancelled immediately with no refund.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 331718
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Anna Maria

Located in Anna Maria, this cottage is near theme parks and near a water park. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Anna Maria Beach and Bradenton Beach. Fish Hole Adventure Golf and H2O Watersportz are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and mountain biking nearby.
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Anna Maria, FL

What's nearby

  • Anna Maria Island Museum and Historical Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Bradenton Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Island Players - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Anna Maria City Pier - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Bean Point Beach - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Ugly Grouper - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Sandbar Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Waterfront Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Ginny's & Jane E's - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming cottage in quiet area, close to beach & bay. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Charming cottage in quiet area, close to beach & bay. ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming cottage in quiet area, close to beach & bay. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming cottage in quiet area, close to beach & bay. ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming cottage in quiet area, close to beach & bay. located?

Situated in Anna Maria, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Anna Maria Island Museum and Historical Park and Bradenton Beach. Anna Maria Beach and Bean Point Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 292 out of 313 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 313 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 313 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 313 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 313 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kyle G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was very clean and great location to beach and shops/restaurants
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cottage was cute clean and 2 blocks to the amazing beach! Its in a perfect location with great dining and ice cream within walking distance. Check in was seamless. Its not the first time we've stayed here and look forward to returning!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tamika H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean. Very well appointed. The host communicated promptly and clearly. Close to the beach. Close to restaurants and coffee. Absolutely fabulous.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was a clean and well-furnished. The location was great- walking distance to beach and cute shops.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a great cottage. My wife and I have stayed in multiple rentals from the mountains to the beaches and I have never stayed anywhere where we never needed anything. Such a a fantastically stocked rental. On top of that it was spotless and as my wife says "so beachy and tropical. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristi D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wish I could give more than 5 stars! The owner was so great to work with and the cottage was perfect! A short walk to the beach and all the restaurants. We flew in and did not have a car, the cottage was equipped with everything we needed for a beach weekend, towels and chairs and coolers so it was perfect! We enjoyed the screened in back porch and the comfy recliners in the living room. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint. Very comfortable and charming. Large back area with Weber grill. Location is great for the North Island. Easy walking distance to beach, food, drinks, shopping, a morning coffee. Trolley stops nearby.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margery P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cottage is easy walking distance to the Gulf, the bay, and restaurants. The space is well-organized and equipped We especially enjoyed sitting on the small back porch. The beds are extremely comfortable. Cindy is quick to respond to questions. We have recommended the cottage to friends in the Sarasota area and would happily return.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diana B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well-equipped cottage with everything we needed for a quick beach vacation. Easy walk to the beach and many shops and restaurants. Water pressure in shower was rather weak but not terrible. Cindy left us with coffee and was very responsive. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location, close to pretty much everything. 2 blocks to the closest beach access or 5-minute drive to Bean point beach access (our favorite beach to chase sunset). Everything is beautifully decorated and we love the backyard. This house has everything we need. We felt like home while we were here. Cindy was responsive and accommodating. We love Anna Maria and have been here multiple times and this is our best stay. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven & Susan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a darling property. We have rented 3 single family homes, with pools, thru the years in Anna Maria Island. This time we traveled with no extra relatives, but still wanted to bring our small dog. The backyard is very big with a tall, tight to the ground fence. The best location on the North End of the Island. Close to the beach, The Porch Restaurant, The Waterfront Restaurant and various shops and Pine Ave. À great price to stay in a pristine, comfortable home. Good mattresses and new living room furniture.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was fantastic!Well appointed, super comfortable.We loved the enclosed yard for our fur baby. Can't wait to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location! 2 blocks from restaurants and shops and only a block further to the beach. Cozy home that had everything we needed. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sandy v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property we would definitely recommend staying here the bed was super comfortable. Had everything you could need.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location and property was great!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Casey

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean and quiet and the best location for a weekend getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Carol M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very clean, close to the beach and our favorite restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Virginia L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage/duplex. Clean and comfortable. Cindy was extremely welcoming and we had a great long weekend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Nov 2025
Seperate fenced in yard, private and separate entrance, patio , lanai and yard. Only one unit used as vacation rental. No common areas with other unit.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Capucine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cute cottage suited our family of 4 perfectly. The backyard is a nice addition, The king size beds in both bedrooms were a bonus since most rentals we have stayed in here have queens. The location is a short stroll to the beach and restaurants. As a vacation rental property owner myself I greatly appreciated the communication from the owner and the pride in ownership is obvious. We look forward to staying here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place in my book absolute gem...wanna keep it a secret!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute place. Very clean. Amazing location on AMI.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was an amazing place to stay! Right between the beach and bay so it’s easy to walk to everything, did not have to get to the car once! The place was very clean and decorated nicely, the backyard is nice and private. Overall great place and would definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paige E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cottage in a perfect location! Lots of extras to make it easy for visitors to the beach. Cindy is an excellent, accommodating host and we loved our little birthday getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay! Very,very clean and well equipped 2 bed 1 bath. Close to restaurants and beach. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super clean and felt like home. Cindy provides everything you need. Easy walk to the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

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