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Sandcastle 3 · 8 Restaurants Nearby · Gulf Front

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A balcony with a view of a beach, wicker furniture, and a door leading to a room.
A dining area with a glass table, woven placemats, wicker chairs, and a potted orchid.
A beachfront hotel with multiple balconies, a sandy beach in front, and palm trees.
A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a TV mounted on the wall, and a window with blinds.
A dining area with a round table, chairs, and a chandelier. There is a sofa and a chair with a view to a balcony.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Bradenton Beach

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • On beach
  • Shared communal pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Air-conditioning
  • Washer/dryer

Explore the area

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Bradenton Beach, FL
  • Place, Bridge Street
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Historic Bridge Street Pier
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Cortez Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Other Space 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony

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About the area

Bradenton Beach

Located in Bradenton Beach, this holiday home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bradenton Beach and Coquina Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at IMG Bollettieri Tennis Academy, or consider a night out at Tarpon Bay Grill and Tiki Bar. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like ecotours and other activities like birdwatching.
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Bradenton Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Bradenton Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Bradenton Beach Marina - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bridge Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Historic Bridge Street Pier - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Cortez Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anna Maria Oyster Bar on the Pier - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Daquiri Deck Bradenton Beach - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Beach House Waterfront Restaurant - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Sandcastle 3 · 8 Restaurants Nearby · Gulf Front pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Sandcastle 3 · 8 Restaurants Nearby · Gulf Front?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Sandcastle 3 · 8 Restaurants Nearby · Gulf Front?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sandcastle 3 · 8 Restaurants Nearby · Gulf Front?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sandcastle 3 · 8 Restaurants Nearby · Gulf Front located?

Nestled on the beach, this Bradenton Beach holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Bradenton Beach, Bradenton Beach Marina and Bridge Street. Fish Hole Adventure Golf and Historic Bridge Street Pier are also within 5 minutes.

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. 43 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Awesome condo

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Condo was awesome only complaint was sleeps six but only has seating for four in living area.
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jul 2026
Thank you so much for your 5-star review and we would love to host you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Map location made is hard to figure out where property was located.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Aug 2026
Thank you so much for the 5-star review and so sorry if you had gps issues locating the property!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great place

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Everything about the location to the property itself was above expectations. This was our first trip to AMI, and wont be the last!
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Oct 2025
Thank you so much for your 5 star review and we hope to host you again in the future!!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great Vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Best time ever
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2024
It's wonderful to know that you had such a positive experience during your time here.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Love the SandCastle

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Beautiful, comfortable, convenient, clean, and perfectly located!
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jul 2023
Thank you for your great review and happy you enjoyed your stay.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beauty by the Bay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Wonderful
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2024
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Fall Break Beach Trip

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was our second stay in this condo and we are already planning our next trip. The location is awesome and you can walk to anything you need! The management company is also really kind and accommodating.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Oct 2025
Thank you so much for your 5 star review and we hope to host you again in the future!!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A small piece of heaven

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Absolutely outstanding and so perfect for us!
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Oct 2023
We are so happy you enjoyed your stay! Thank you for leaving a review, we appreciate your business!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Heaven on Earth - Love the Sand Castle

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: So many amenities: Walk to the beach without crossing a road or sidewalk, spectacular views of every sunset, many nearby excellent restaurants, covered car parking,
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jul 2024
We're so happy to hear you enjoyed your stay! Thank you for choosing us, and we look forward to welcoming you back.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful Condo and Perfect Location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The condo was spotless. The view is incredible. The easy access to all the activities on Bridge Street was wonderful.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Dec 2023
Thanks so much for the great review! Hope to see you again!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sandcastle 3

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Beautiful Spot. Rental agency was very helpful and communicatedclearly. Really great staff at Island Vacations. Would highly recommendthat agency for rentals.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 May 2025
Thank you! We’re always happy to host guests who love the island as much as we do.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great Location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The condo is lovely and well suited for our family. All furniture and appliances are up to date. Absolutely beautiful!
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Aug 2023
Thank you for your review and so happy to hear you enjoyed Sandcastle 3! Hope to see you again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful Views

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The most comfortable bed and pillows of any place we've stayed. Priceless views. Beautifully done condo. Favorite place was sitting on the lanai. Paradise.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Paradise ( Minus the Beds)

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We loved everything about the rental except the beds were awful. Other than that the location was great, it was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beach

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had an amazing time on our trip here. The condo was clean, nice, and in the ideal location. We had our groceries delivered so we could have stayed the entire week without driving anywhere. We enjoyed the local restaurants and shopping as well as mini golf all within a very short walk. We will most definitely be back many times!
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Apr 2025
We appreciate you staying with us! Come back to visit soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Island Vacation Properties Best Rental Agency

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: IVP was very responsive to our needs and concerns we had when we arrived at our rental. Their 24/7 response was very fast and professional. The few issues were taken care in a timely manner.
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Oct 2023
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave an excellent rating. We really appreciate your business. Please let us know what we can do for you in the future.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Spectacular Ocean Views

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The views from this union are Beautiful. We enjoyed eating our meals on the balcony that has a screen that keeps all the bugs aways. Beautiful sunsets in the evenings. Closest we have been to the beach. Unit is updated & more beautiful than the pictures show. Beds were very comfortable. Highly recommend.
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jun 2025
Thank you so much for the lovely review! We hope to see you back again!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Perfection!

This unit was absolute perfection! The view of the ocean is fantastic, the decor is very tasteful and the fully equipped kitchen made it very convenient. Watching the amazing sunsets from our balcony was an added bonus we didn't expect. We were here with our family and there was plenty of room for everyone. Being right across the street or within a very short walking distance from several restaurants was a terrific perk! We didn't have to drive anywhere! We have vacationed in the Carolinas for years but Anna Maria Island has stolen our hearts and this is our new destination of choice.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar 2020
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience at Sandcastle 3. We hope you also had the opportunity to ride the free trolley to explore the island. We are happy to hear you are choosing to return to Anna Maria in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible location. The place is actually much nicer than the pictures show. The noise from Bridge street was a little loud but nothing major. The only issue that stuck out was a smoke alarm going off. Hardwired system so taking it down and removing the batteries didn’t stop it. Called the after hours maintenance and they said someone would be out soon and no one came and then I had to call in the morning to get it resolved. The guy that showed up just said "yeah they say that sometimes". Other than that the stay was great. I would highly recommend this unit.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect vacation stay!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was our second time staying at a Sandcastle unit and I'd did not disappoint! Everything in the unit was clean and well maintained with more than enough towels and supplies for the week. We chose this rental because of the convenience of having an elevator and it's proximity to not only the shops of Bridge st, but also the fact that it sits on the beach with no road to cross! We watched the sun set from our screened in balcony every night! It was absolutely perfect for our group of three generations! We will definitely be back!
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jul 2026
We love to hear that you had a great time and made wonderful memories! We would love to host you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved this unit! The condo was very clean upon arrival, stocked with everything we needed & even had some extra beach accessories in the closet. The beach wasn’t crowded in this area and the location was perfect! The check in & out process was also simple. This won’t be our last time staying here! Also, we noticed the bedding and furniture had been updated as well!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Paradise

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Wonderful!
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Pretty view

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The beach view from condo was beautiful and decor in condo was tasteful. We liked how easy it was to get to the beach. The week we were there was chilly- we were told the heater/pump in the pool was not working so we didn’t use the pool. We weren’t crazy about being across the street from the shops- the music and traffic noise in the back bedrooms was tolerable but annoying- parking garage was not well lit at night. We didn’t feel the condo was worth what we paid- we have stayed in much nicer condominiums for lesser amounts. There was room for improvement in cleaning- back of spare bathroom door had finger smudging (not sure what is was but not pleasant to look at) and kitchen and spare bath had tiny red ants/bugs everywhere- if you left anything out on counter they were in it. Traps that were in unit did not resolve the issue and we did not call rental company because we didn’t want to mess with anyone coming into condo. Would also recommend getting a spatula to mix with, crab crackers for crab legs and garlic press. Overall a nice stay but would not rent unit again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Location Location Location!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Fabulous location! Sits directly on the beach, elevator, pool, nice furnishings, kitchen well appointed and walking distance to great restaurants and shops!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sand Castle at Bradenton Beach

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Outstanding condo in a beautiful setting
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