Entire home

AMI Boathouse:Dog Friendly Canal Front Pool Home North End of AMI by Anna Maria Life

Photo gallery for AMI Boathouse:Dog Friendly Canal Front Pool Home North End of AMI by Anna Maria Life

A pool area with clear blue water, lounge chairs, and a view of a marina with boats and buildings in the background.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a view of a body of water.
A swimming pool with steps leading into it, surrounded by lounge chairs and palm trees.
A two-story house with a pool, surrounded by palm trees and a white fence.
An aerial view of a coastal residential area with houses, a marina, and a pier extending into the ocean.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Ping pong on-site
    A rare find — challenge friends and family to endless matches.
  • 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
  • Private pool
  • Outdoor barbecue
  • Internet access
  • Air-conditioning
  • Washer/dryer

Explore the area

View in a map
Anna Maria, FL
  • Place, Anna Maria City Pier
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Anna Maria Island Museum and Historical Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Bean Point Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

California King Bedroom, TV, Ensuite, 2nd Floor

1 King Bed

King Bedroom 1, TV, 2nd Floor

1 King Bed

King Bedroom 2, TV, 2nd Floor

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

California King Bathroom, Ensuite, 2nd Floor

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Guest Bathroom, 2nd Floor

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

Add dates for prices

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Similar properties

Cook in comfort, island style
H2O 360 by Beach Boutique Rentals
Anna Maria
  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
H2O 360 by Beach Boutique Rentals

About the area

Anna Maria

Located in Anna Maria, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bradenton Beach and Anna Maria Beach. Fish Hole Adventure Golf and Florida Maritime Museum at Cortez are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
View more Holiday homes in Anna MariaOpens in a new window
Map
Anna Maria, FL

What's nearby

  • Anna Maria City Pier - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Bayfront Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Anna Maria Island Museum and Historical Park - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Bean Point Beach - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Anna Maria Beach - 3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Sandbar Restaurant - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Ugly Grouper - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Ginny's & Jane E's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Waterfront Restaurant - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does AMI Boathouse:Dog Friendly Canal Front Pool Home North End of AMI by Anna Maria Life have a pool?

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

Is AMI Boathouse:Dog Friendly Canal Front Pool Home North End of AMI by Anna Maria Life pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at AMI Boathouse:Dog Friendly Canal Front Pool Home North End of AMI by Anna Maria Life?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at AMI Boathouse:Dog Friendly Canal Front Pool Home North End of AMI by Anna Maria Life?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at AMI Boathouse:Dog Friendly Canal Front Pool Home North End of AMI by Anna Maria Life?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is AMI Boathouse:Dog Friendly Canal Front Pool Home North End of AMI by Anna Maria Life located?

Situated in Anna Maria, this beach holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Bay Boulevard Beach, Bradenton Beach and Anna Maria Beach. Anna Maria City Pier and Bayfront Park are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window
Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property. Loved the dock and no worries about low bridges or low tide access to the canal the property was on.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May, 2026
Hi, Thank you so much for your review! We’re thrilled you enjoyed your vacation with us. We look forward to welcoming you back! Sincerely, Your friends at AML Vacation Rentals
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time on AMI. This was a perfect stay for our family.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Nov, 2025
Hi, Thank you so much for your review! We’re thrilled you enjoyed your vacation with us. We look forward to welcoming you back! Sincerely, Your friends at AML Vacation Rentals
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location and house
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Dec, 2025
Hi, Thank you so much for your review! We’re thrilled you enjoyed your vacation with us. We look forward to welcoming you back! Sincerely, Your friends at AML Vacation Rentals
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house for a family stay.

A couple of minor issues but considering a hurricane passed just South the week prior it was a very nice stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Nov, 2022
Hi, Thank you so much for your review! We’re thrilled that you enjoyed your vacation with us and look forward to welcoming you back again soon! Sincerely, Your friends at Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Stunning property!

We love the area and the home was beautiful and so peaceful! We will be back’n
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Feb, 2024
Hi, Thank you so much for your review! We’re thrilled you enjoyed your vacation with us and look forward to welcoming you back soon! Sincerely, Your friends at Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Boathouse

We had the Best time! The house was very clean and the pool was Amazing!!
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Oct, 2023
We wanted to take a moment to express our gratitude for the fantastic review you left us. Your kind words continue to motivate us. Thank you for your support, and if you ever need anything or have more feedback to share, please feel free to reach out. We'd love to welcome you back for your next vacation, so don't hesitate to contact us whenever you're ready to plan your getaway.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Luxury on Loquat

Beautiful pool and dock, great for families. Easy walk to shops and restaurants. Short walk to pier and trolley. The home is decorated beautifully and is on a quiet street. The beds were comfortable and the kitchen has everything you will need. We enjoyed our stay and cannot think of anything we would change.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Dec, 2023
Hi Debra, Thank you so much for your review! We’re thrilled you enjoyed your vacation with us and look forward to welcoming you back soon! Sincerely, Your friends at Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

TERESA

Loved it all! Would rent again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Aug, 2024
Hi Teresa, Thank you so much for your review! We’re thrilled you enjoyed your vacation with us. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Sincerely, Your friends at Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing Winter Break

We really enjoyed our 3+ week stay at the AMI Boathouse. The kitchen was well appointed with everything you need, and we loved the outdoor space, especially the covered porches. This is a quiet neighborhood, and was great for walking to restaurants, the park and the bay. The backyard was completely fenced in, and worked well for our dog. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 23 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Feb, 2022
Hi Kim, Thank you for your review. We love that you enjoyed your extended vacation with us. We look forward to welcoming you back! Cheryl @ Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic canal home

This property is great. Nicely appointed interiors with comfortable outdoor spaces looking out to the canal. We brought our boat and kept it tied up to the dock. Great location not far from Pine and the City Pier. Lovely pool. Comfortable beds. We would definitely rent again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jul, 2020
Hi Josh, we love that you loved your vacay with us! Please come and stay with us again. Beachy Vibes, Cheryl @ Coastal Cottages AMI
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Anna Maria

The house is great and in a perfect location. Being VRBO owners, I would recommend that some basics be available, such a aluminum foil an extra roll of toilet paper and some cooking oil, sugar.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Dec, 2022
Hi, Thank you so much for your review! Your health is important to us and for your safety we’re unable to leave items such as coffee filters, spices, and cleaning supplies between guests, as they cannot be properly disinfected. We’re thrilled that you enjoyed your vacation with us and look forward to welcoming you back again soon! Sincerely, Your friends at Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Salida November 2020

Great
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jan, 2022
Hi John, Thank you for your review. Cheryl @ Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Vacation Home

This property worked great for our family. It was clean when we arrived. The check in/out procedure was very easy. The pool was awesome. We had a minor issue during our stay with the sink in the kitchen that was taken care of right away by the friendly and knowledgeable staff. Location was good, the beach was easily accessible thanks to the golf cart we rented. Walking distance to many shops and few restaurants.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug, 2023
Hi, Thank you so much for your review! We’re thrilled you enjoyed your vacation with us and look forward to welcoming you back soon! Sincerely, Your friends at Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful House

Really charming house, well appointed. Beautiful pool and views of the canal. Rental company was quick to come out to fix an issue with the door alarm thing. One of the beds is set up strangely high off the ground.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Oct, 2023
Hi Brandon, Thank you so much for your review! We’re thrilled you enjoyed your vacation with us and look forward to welcoming you back soon! Sincerely, Your friends at Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

AMI Boathouse

We had a fabulous stay at AMI boathouse. The kids enjoyed swimming in the heated pool and fishing off the dock as well as having their own private “area” of the house with the bonus room off the kitchen. House is conveniently located close to all the shops and restaurants Anna Maria Island has to offer as well as the beautiful beaches. The rental office was very responsive and easy to work with. All in all it was a great vacation and my kids are excited to go back again next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Dec, 2022
Hi, Thank you so much for your review! We’re thrilled that you enjoyed your vacation with us and look forward to welcoming you back again soon! Sincerely, Your friends at Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Super cute house on a super cute island!

Me, my fiancé and our dog had a great week here. It was our first time visiting AMI, and we found the island to be very walkable with some good restaurant options (rod n reel and the ugly grouper we’re our favorites!). The house looked like something out of a magazine. Beautiful decor, very clean, and also very comfortable both inside and outside. The fenced in yard was great for our dog. I worked remotely most of the week and the wifi worked great. The heated pool was also really enjoyable. We highly recommend this rental!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Dec, 2021
Hi Sara, Thank you for your review. We love how much your family and pup enjoyed your vacation in our home and look forward to welcoming you back! Cheryl @ Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great family vacation

Overall everything was great. House was perfect for our family and the kids loved the pool and kids bunk room. Only a few minor issues. The outdoor grill was very dirty so we had to clean it before being able to grill on it. The knob on the washing machine was broke but we were able to get it working. And spare bathroom shower was hard to get hot. Overall loved the place and would recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Nov, 2022
Hi , Thank you so much for your review. We strive for perfection and I’m so sorry that your stay fell short of our standards. I’ve forwarded your feedback on to our quality control manager, and we’ll follow up to ensure these issues are taken care of now and in the future. I hope you’ll offer us the opportunity to welcome you back to Anna Maria Island in the future. Sincerely, Your friends at Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this property! Check in and check out process were simple. There was plenty of space for our whole group, loved having two living spaces so the kids could have their own hangout space. The kitchen was nice and plenty big. We spent the majority of our time outside on the deck or down by the pool. The grill was in good condition and we used it multiple nights. The pool has lights so we used it both day and night! Location was great. Very quiet street. Close to everything. We walked up to Pine St for ice cream and shopping every day. There were beach towels, beach equipment (chairs, umbrellas, etc). No complaints about this home and we hope to be back soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug, 2025
Hi, Thank you so much for your review! We’re thrilled you enjoyed your vacation with us. We look forward to welcoming you back! Sincerely, Your friends at Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

This property was exactly as described. It’s an older home that has been mostly updated. We didn’t love the door alarms but understand it is a state law so we dealt with them. The canal was great to kayak through and the neighborhood was nice to walk our dog around. It would be nice if there was a patch of grass or turf for pets to do their business. The beds were comfortable and the amenities were fine. Any time we reached out to the management they responded promptly. We will return!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Oct, 2023
Hi Melissa, Thank you so much for your review! We’re thrilled you enjoyed your vacation with us and look forward to welcoming you back soon! Sincerely, Your friends at Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Disappointed

Not happy with this property
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Feb, 2023
Hi, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We're sorry to hear that you were disappointed with your stay at our property. We take all feedback seriously and would appreciate the opportunity to learn more about your experience. If you wouldn't mind sharing more details about your specific concerns, we would be happy to investigate and see if there's anything we can do to make things right. We value all of our guests and want to ensure that everyone has a positive experience when staying with us. We have emailed you directly so that we can discuss your experience in more detail. Thank you again for your review, and we hope to hear back from you soon Sincerely, Your Friends at Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

5 Stars

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the AMI Boathouse. The house was well equipped with extra linens, beach toys, lawn chairs and much much more. There are a few things that need attention: the tv in the bedroom with the slider going outside didn't seem to work, the wine fridge didn't get below 60 degrees, the grill could probably be replaced but still worked for us it just seems a bit dated. As for the attention from AMI rentals, our AC unit didn't work the first day and it was fixed by noon the next day. The service was great and everyone was very responsive! My family and I loved the house and enjoyed the hospitality here, and we would not hesitate to recommend the AMI Boathouse or AMI vacation rentals.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful place on a canal

We were here in June 2024. The outside space with the TV, corn hole, tables and canal is where we ended up most evenings and it is just spectacular! They had beach chairs, sand toys if you have little ones and a large connect 4 game which we had fun playing! The layout is a little quirky with the bonus space but we understand why they did it to maximize the sleeping spaces. It could use a little updating but we spent the majority of our time out doors exploring or enjoying the pool. The Master bedroom is huge and all of the beds our family used were very comfortable. You can easily walk to the city dock and the Waterfront Restaurant and the shops next to the restaurant. The trolley stops at the City Dock, it is free. We had to contact the rental company for a small issue and they were very responsive and sent someone immediately. We had a fabulous time! Thank you for opening up your home to us!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jun, 2024
Hi Suzette, Thank you so much for your review! We’re thrilled you enjoyed your vacation with us. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Sincerely, Your friends at Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Disappointed

We had a lot of issues after getting into the property. The toilet in the master bathroom wouldn’t flush- my husband fixed it. The tub in the master bath wouldn’t hold water- management sent over someone. We went to put our chicken on the grill and grill didn’t work. The biggest issue is the owner does not allow you to heat the hot tub! The hot tub is to be the same temperature as the pool. Could have been in the literature and I missed it but either way probably wouldn’t have rented the place if we knew that. For the amount of money we paid I expected a much better stay without issues.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jun, 2025
Hi Melissa, Thank you for your review and feedback. We are terribly sorry you were disappointed and had issues! I see in the reservation notes our team was able to come help with these issues. We are here 7 days a week and have a great team that is very responsive. We do have it stated on the listing that the spa stays the same temp as the pool. I'm sorry you weren't aware. We strive to make the homes perfect for every stay and again I apologize we fell short on your stay. We hope you give us a chance in the future to welcome you back to Anna Maria! Thank you, Anna Maria Life
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing Vacay at a Beautiful Home

We stayed for a week and wish it could have been a month. Wonderful Island with super nice people. The house was beautiful and the property management company was very responsive and super helpful. We had an issue with the door not working properly and they came out and fixed it immediately. The house itself is beautiful and was great for us to have a relaxing chill vacay at the pool with beautiful views. I will say though that the pictures online are definitely wide angle lol. Pool was the perfect temp, neighborhood was quiet and instacart was our friend lol. Restaurants are wonderful and we had sunshine every single day. House had plenty of room, and everything is well appointed. Only complaint might be that they need a thorough deep clean to get rid of dirt and stuff on walls, cabinets and moldings. The house is a pet friendly rental - so wear and tear is to be expected, but I had to actually clean some of the cabinet doors in the kitchen myself as they were visibly dirty and sticky. Also had to clean out the coffee pot as it had moldy left over coffee and filter in it - yuck. Not a big deal, but not a good start lol. The positives way outweigh the small little things.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May, 2025
Hi, Thank you so much for your review and feedback! We have a full cleaning crew and they are usually spot on and would have been happy to come fix any issues so you would not have had to address them. I apologize for any inconvenience this caused! We’re thrilled you enjoyed your vacation with us. We look forward to welcoming you back! Sincerely, Your friends at Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Needs TLC

Property location is fantastic and the bones of the house are there but the pictures online are old. The bunk room now has two weird beds jammed in the area head to foot and the other bedroom has an oddly high bed frame with no effort to even try to hide the bad purchase. The updates and repairs were done as cheaply as can be done: The full bath off the kitchen was done with plastic or vinyl sheet on the floor even though the pictures on the website show gorgeous hardwoods. (Hardwoods that are there need to be sanded and polyurethaned) The primary is super comfy but again, they covered the bathroom floor as cheaply as possible and decided against replacing the door that was on the shower. Instead there is a drugstore plastic curtain on a spring rod. The living room furniture needs to be replaced as does the sofa in the bonus room. Some TLC and this place would rock unfortunately it is hanging on by a thread.
Stayed 21 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Feb, 2024
Hi Marian, We wanted to take a moment to express our gratitude for the review you left us on your last trip to Anna Maria Island! We appreciate your feedback on the home and rely on this feedback to correct issues for future guests. We will pass your concerns on to the owner of this vacation home. We also appreciate you staying with us and would love to welcome you back for your next vacation! Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals
Tell us how we can improve our siteShare feedback