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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Guest

1 King Bed

Master

1 King Bed

Twin Room

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Steps To The Beach, Private & Heated Pool, Renovated - Now Booking Summer/Fall!

3 bedroom, sleeps 6, private heated pool, steps to the beach

Please note that there is a 7 day minimum reservation, exceptions may be available for last-minute reservations & in the Fall

THE COTTAGE
Blue Turtle Cottage is an Anna Maria Island vacation rental less than a minute walk to the 7 mile sugar-white beach that Anna Maria Island is famous for. Wow! a beach that stretches as far as the eye can see!

INTERIOR
Inside you will find the cottage meets your every need. The kitchen has new granite counters, stainless steel appliances and has been newly outfitted with everything you need. The living room features a flat screen TV with expanded cable for your complete entertainment. Each tropically decorated bedroom is a private oasis with its own TV, new quality cushion top mattresses, and private closet.

EXTERIOR
Walk out the front door and you can hear and smell the ocean because it is only 2 houses to the beach! You will never need to miss a morning beach walk or a breathtaking sunset. This also makes it infinitely easier to go back and forth from the beach all day long when you are this close.

In the private, tropically landscaped backyard you'll find the sparkling blue pool with plenty of tropically colored chairs around it to lounge in. You won't always have to go out to eat, BBQ on your barbecue and eat al fresco at the outdoor dining table. There is also a refreshing outdoor shower to wash away the sand from the beach. You may have a hard time leaving to go anywhere else!

THE ISLAND
Anna Maria Island is known for its laid back, old Florida vibe. A perfect place to come and unwind in an unhurried atmosphere that allows you to decide whether you want to adventure or just relax - whatever your mood.
IF you do decide to leave your private oasis, there are plenty of other activities on the island. Anything from a leisurely bike ride to a fun game of mini-putt to a heart-pounding parasailing ride.
If you want a night off of cooking there are also many good restaurants right on the island. Some are beachfront, - what a treat!

OUR ADVANTAGE
We are always available to our guests for any query or local information and offer a superior personalized experience. We have tried to anticipate all your vacation needs so you can just focus on enjoying your time on Anna Maria Island. Don't worry about bringing beach towels/toys/chairs, we have provided them!

ADVANCED CLEANING PROTOCOLS ARE BEING USED
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
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
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
A signed pet addendum and pet fee are required upo
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Holmes Beach

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Ilexhurst, a neighbourhood in Holmes Beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bradenton Beach and Coquina Beach. Fish Hole Adventure Golf and H2O Watersportz are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Bradenton Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Anna Maria Sound - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • AMI Paddleboard Adventures - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Manatee Public Beach - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Holmes Beach Beaches - 7 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Ugly Grouper - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Wicked Cantina - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Beach House Waterfront Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Smoqehouse - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Steps To The Beach, Private & Heated Pool, Renovated - Now Booking Summer/Fall! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Steps To The Beach, Private & Heated Pool, Renovated - Now Booking Summer/Fall!?

As of 3 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Steps To The Beach, Private & Heated Pool, Renovated - Now Booking Summer/Fall! on 20 Jun 2026 start from £367, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Steps To The Beach, Private & Heated Pool, Renovated - Now Booking Summer/Fall! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Steps To The Beach, Private & Heated Pool, Renovated - Now Booking Summer/Fall!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Steps To The Beach, Private & Heated Pool, Renovated - Now Booking Summer/Fall!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Steps To The Beach, Private & Heated Pool, Renovated - Now Booking Summer/Fall!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Steps To The Beach, Private & Heated Pool, Renovated - Now Booking Summer/Fall! located?

Located in Ilexhurst, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Bradenton Beach and Anna Maria Sound. AMI Paddleboard Adventures and West Coast Surf Shop are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Kathrine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, near the beach, trolley stops, & grocery shopping.

Enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Thank you Kathrine! I enjoyed hosting you and your family, come back anytime.
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8/10 Good

t h.

Nice cottage

Sweet cottage. Convenient and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Thank you so much for your kind review. I hope to host you again if you come back to Anna Maria island! Michele
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10/10 Excellent

Jon G.

Beautiful!

Love this place. Walk out the door and one minute walk to the beach! Everything is clean, we'll takin care of, and has all necessary items! Owner is wonderful to work with absolutely perfect place for our girls vacation!
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Thank you for your kind words :) They are really appreciated! I'm so happy that you and your friends had a wonderful time at Blue Turtle Cottage. I'm looking forward to your next visit 🌴
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10/10 Excellent

Holly G.

The Blue Turtle Cottage is perfect!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Blue Turtle Cottage. The location is ideal... Just steps to the beach! The living area has plenty of room and the two king size beds were really nice. The outdoor shower is great for a quick rinse and the pool area is lovely. We hope to return to the return to the Blue Turtle Cottage next year!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
It was truly a pleasure to host you and your group at Blue Turtle Cottage. It really makes me happy when people enjoy the cottage as much as my family does. I really look forward to your return to our little slice of paradise!
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10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

Yes!

Pool is private and wonderful. Ocean is a block away. Quiet street and neighborhood. House has 3 bedrooms, washer/dryer, updated bathroom and kitchen. All in all it was ideal for us 6 adults and a toddler.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Thank you! These are the things we love about Blue Turtle Cottage too! Your vacation is important to me and my awesome team, it means a lot to us that you had a great time. I am looking forward to hosting you again soon.
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10/10 Excellent

Dianne C.

Relaxing Beach Vacation!

This was a great house to stay at if you want the beach and a pool of your own. Loved that the beach was less than a minute walk and that at the end of the day we could float in the pool (just our family!) Beach was also considerably less crowded than other areas on the island. Another plus to the location. Michele was a terrific host responding to our needs quickly! I have never had such an awesome host! Highly recommend the house and all that goes with it. Hope to be back in the near future!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
We're so lucky that the beach by Blue Turtle Cottage is not only a beautiful part of the beach but usually much less busy than other areas :) It was a pleasure hosting you, hopefully you'll be back to AMI in the future! Michele
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10/10 Excellent

Dawn T.

First family

First off its brand new! We were super lucky to come across this on such short notice. Every sheet, blanket, pillow, cup, plate you name it, it's new! Nicely stocked and perfectly decorated! My children 8 & 3 loved the pool and looking at the shells on the property! The owner was super easy to deal with! Great experience. Will definitely come back and recommend.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Thank you for your kind review. We have tried to make the cottage as comfortable as possible so you can relax and enjoy your vacation without worry. You were a pleasure to have.
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10/10 Excellent

Carrie K.

Wonderful family vacation!

We loved our stay at Blue Turtle Cottage! Michele was WONDERFUL to work with. We have a 4, 3, 1.5 year old and a baby and the cottage was perfect. I appreciated the fact that there was a chain bolt lock up high on the door going outside to the pool so our kiddos were not able to let themselves out in that area. i really appreciate the home owners looking out for kids' safety as well! AMI is beautiful and fun... We will be back in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
I'm so delighted that you and your little ones enjoyed Blue Turtle Cottage. We love having families stay and want everyone to be safe! The pool is so much fun for kids (OK adults too) it can be a temptation for sure. Anna Maria Island is ideal for anyone who wants a quiet atmosphere with the option to participate in as few or as many activities as they want. And of course for the beach lover in all of us. We look forward to your next visit.
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10/10 Excellent

Danny C.

Perfect Stay

Very close to the beach. Has a nice pool in a very private backyard. You really get the best of both worlds. The houses directly on the beach don't typically have pools. House is walking distance to restaurants, Walgreens, Dunkin' Donuts, etc. The house itself is in good shape. Comfy furniture, comfy beds. Newer tile floors and kitchen. Beach accessories like toys, chairs, and umbrellas are provided. Owner responsed via email within minutes about a wifi issue. We'll be back for sure :)
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Thank you Danny for the wonderful review. We (me and my team) do our best to make sure the cottage is comfortable and kept up to a high standard. We are always available to our guests to ensure a wonderful vacation.
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10/10 Excellent

Mary Beth L.

Absolutely Amazing!!!

Couldn't have been happier!!! This is our first VRBO and vacation house rental- everything exceeded our expectations!!! The owner Michele was so kind and informative and the cottage was immaculate- everything is new! The decor is adorable and the beds are super comfy! The backyard with pool was wonderful and a great option to have with kids. The area in the back is fairly private and the neighborhood is quiet. The property is steps from the beach and close to a grocery and Wallgreens (always nice to have close on vaca!) Will definitely stay here again! Thank you for everything Michele! You are an awesome host!!!
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Thank you for your kind words :) I'm so happy that your first VRBO experience was a good one. Hopefully we will have the opportunity to have you and your family back again! Michele
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

a little slice heaven

Our stay at Turtle Cottage is hands down one of the best vacations we’ve ever had! The house was a perfect size for our family of 5 (kids ages 7, 3, and 1) kitchen equipped with everything we needed, pool felt so good after time on the beach, plenty of goodies in the outdoor shed like pool floats, beach toys and buckets, Tommy Bahama beach chairs, beach umbrella and a large wagon to haul everything plus our 3 kids! Plus, less than a minute walk to the beach for nightly sunsets! The Island is very family friendly, quiet in the evening as everything shuts down at 9pm (even the grocery store), short golf cart ride or walking distance to the shopping center that has an array of restaurants and stores, Publix isn’t much further from that, all very close! We only had a golf cart for means of transportation during our stay and we drove it all over AMI, very golf cart friendly there. Gorgeous clear water and white sand, we cannot wait to return! Michele was a dream to work with, very responsive and helpful. Such a lovely week spent at her home!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May 2022
Thank you for your kind words Heather! I loved hosting you and your family and would love to have you back.
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10/10 Excellent

Jamie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Vacation Spot!

We had an amazing week at the Blue Turtle Cottage! It is very clean and well appointed. The location is great. It’s a Short 2-3 minute walk to the beach as well as the trolley stop. The backyard is a nice private retreat- our kids loved swimming in the pool! This was our first time to AMI and we enjoyed exploring the different areas! This home is centrally located…there are things to the north and south worth visiting. Michelle provided a pleasant booking experience as well. Thank you for a wonderful week with Zero issues!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2022
Thank you Jamie! I'm so happy that you enjoyed your first visit to Anna Maria Island and that I got to be a part of it. Hopefully it won't be your last visit!
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10/10 Excellent

michelle henry

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

First time at AMI

This precious little house was perfect for our first trip to Anna Maria! Kitchen is small but well appointed - only disappointment was no garbage disposal with kids that are used to one! The pool and all the furniture was great and the owner super responsive! A 2 minute walk to toes in the sand and she made sure we had enough beach chairs for everyone! Little shed had buckets, shovels, umbrella and boogie boards amoung other various beach necessities!
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jul 2020
Thank you for your kind words Michelle, I'm very pleased that you and your family had a wonderful vacation at Blue Turtle Cottage.
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10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved our first time on AMI

My family in the Blue Turtle Cottage over New Years and it was everything we hoped it would be. Clean, great location, and lots of pool/beach toys. The shower wasn't draining and Michele responded right away to my e-mail. Charles came to fix it and he was very nice and helpful. We had a great time and will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

Getaway from snow and cold

We loved our stay at Blue Turtle Cottage and hope to go back again! There were a few minor maintenance issues but I was always able to get ahold of the owner/ property manager who resolved them.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Thank you for visiting Blue Turtle Cottage. We take pride in being available and responsive to our guests to take care of any issues promptly. Hope to have the opportunity to host you again :)
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10/10 Excellent

Randy H.

Great house, Michele was a pleasure to work with.

Property was clean, convenient, had everything we could ask for and was exactly as advertised. The owner was a pleasure to work with and the location was outstanding. Less than 3 minute walk to the beach. Neighborhood is quiet. Great experience all around. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
The proximity to the beach is what our family loves about Blue Turtle Cottage too! I'm so glad you had a great vacation - Michele
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10/10 Excellent

Kristin B.

Great Family Vacation!

We had a great family vacation once again. Super clean, great access to the beach, wonderful private pool! We will be coming back next year!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Thank you Kristin! It was a pleasure to host you - see you next year! Michele
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10/10 Excellent

Heather O.

We loved Blue Turtle Cottage!!!

The location is perfect, the size of the house was great for our family of four but it easily could have accommodated six. We were steps from the beach and coming back to the warm pool was exactly the beach breaks we needed. I couldn’t be happier with Michele and her property. We will be back for sure!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Jamie M.

Loved our stay at the blue turtle cottage!

Had a wonderful time. Cottage was so cute, clean, had everything we needed and so close to the beach and trolley stops. Loved the pool! Short walk to stores, ice cream and beach! Would recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sabasteanski k.

Perfect girl’s getaway

Blue Turtle Cottage was amazing! Had everything we needed and was cute and clean. Would definitely stay here again. Thank you Michelle for sharing your cottage!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Caroline J.

Perfect place to stay on AMI!

My friends and I had the most wonderful, relaxing time at the Blue Turtle Cottage! So many memories! And Michele was responsive and very easy to communicate with. If only we could live here full time:)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Thank you Caroline! I'm so glad you and your friends were able to come together and enjoy time at Blue Turtle Cottage.
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10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

Amazing vacation home

My sisters and I surprised my parents with this condo for their 40th Anniversary. The house fit 8 people comfortably. The beach was a very close walk and the pool was warm and very fun! The owner was very friendly and quick to respond to any questions I had. My family loved staying at the Blue Turtle and would like to stay again soon!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Thank you Laura, what a nice surprise for your parents! Hopefully you can stay longer on your next visit :)
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10/10 Excellent

Kathryn M.

perfect beach vacation!

The cottage was perfect! It was clean, big enough to be comfortable for 6 adults and 2 children, and had everything we needed. The walk to the beach was 2 minutes! We had a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Kathryn, thank you for your kind words! I'm happy you enjoyed your stay at Blue Turtle Cottage, and look forward to your next stay! Michele
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10/10 Excellent

Kristin B.

Everything was great including the location!

We had a great time at the beach this year and loved this house. We will be coming back next year! The beach was just around the corner from the house. The pool was perfect for relaxing but still big enough to play volleyball in. The area around the pool was very private and we ate all of our meals outside by the pool. Having a washer/dryer was really convenient, the washer messed up a couple of days after we arrived, but we had a new one by the next day! Everything was clean and worked great including the outside grill which we used several times. The only thing that would have made it any better would have been if we could have brought our dogs, then the whole family would have been there! I would definitely recommend this property if you are looking for something close to the beach and a great pool!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Hi Kristin, Thank you for your thoughtful review! I always want our guests to have a wonderful time at Blue Turtle Cottage so I attend to any issues that crop up right away. The pool and proximity to the beach are definitely some of the best features of the cottage :) See you next year!
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8/10 Good

Heather C.

The cottage was great and short walk to the beach.

We enjoyed staying in this cottage. We would get up every morning and go walk on the beach. After being at the beach all day we would come back and make dinner. Then go for a swim in the wonderful pool. One of the problems we had was ants. They were everywhere. There was any killer in the cabinet but it didn't seem to help. We had to keep everything in the refrigerator so the ants would not get to it. Also the wifi wouldn't work all the time.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Thank you for your review Wayne, I'm glad you enjoyed your time at Blue Turtle Cottage! Yes, sometimes there are ants - unfortunately it's a fact of life being on ground level, and being Florida in the summer. As you mentioned we do leave ant spray for guests for such occasions as well as having regular pest control several times a year. We do suggest guests sweep up crumbs and keep food off the counters to avoid an infestation - which is exactly what you did :) We'd love to host you again anytime! Michele

About the host

Hosted by Michele Totino

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We are a native Toronto, Canada family who fell in love with laid-back Anna Maria Island.
Whenever we can get there we love to enjoy the family oriented small beach town feel on the island. Here we get to connect and slow down from busy city life.
In our family we have an ocean/beach lover, and a swimming pool lover, and we all enjoy the sun and nature! And Blue Turtle Cottage has it all!

Why they chose this property

We loved this house because of it's proximity to the beach, the private pool and the quiet neighborhood. Everyone who stays at Blue Turtle Cottage agrees that there is something magical about it that is hard to put your finger on.

What makes this property unique

When you step outside the front door of the house you can smell and hear the ocean. Turn left then right as you come out the front door, wave at your friendly neighbors walking or biking by, and in 30 seconds you're at the beach.
If you have a few errands to run turn right and walk or bike a few short blocks and in a few minutes you're at the stores.
Want to go further? Turn left and left and you're at the free trolley stop in a minute. The trolley will take you all over the island.
There are few locations on the island that offer all these advantages and conveniences. All this in a quiet, friendly, safe neighborhood.

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