Anna Maria Island Retreat-Beach One Minute Walk-Heated Pool-Free Wi-Fi-Dock-Surr

Beach
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Hair dryer, towels
Interior
9.4
Outstanding(78 Reviews)

Apartment in Bradenton Beach, FL

6 guests · 2 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area
Includes essentialsPool, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more

About this apartment rental

​Hurricane Update:

The entire complex is built on pillars more than 20 feet off the ground. The condo sustained no damage, we have been accepting guests for several weeks, the pool has been completely drained, acid washed, refilled and we have installed a new pump, a new filter and all new equipment. The pool has never looked better, the beaches are open, the restaurants are open and the weather is fantastic.

Escape to this bright, airy, freshly remodeled second-floor 2BR/2BA waterview condo in the quiet Bay Watch community of Anna Maria Island. This gem has an open-concept interior and a tranquil Caribbean color palette of powder blue, driftwood gray, white, and sun-kissed aqua.

Sip your morning coffee on the east view balcony and watch the sunrise on the bay. Watch the boats sail up and down the waterway on their way to the Florida Keys and Tampa Bay. You’ll see dolphins and manatees right from your balcony. The heated pool and the Gulf of Mexico are on the west side of the condo. Stroll just 400 steps to sugary beaches where dolphins play daily. The prime location, near Cortez Bridge, is a highlight. Enjoy easy access to the mainland.

You’ll love the new granite chef’s kitchen and breakfast bar. Remodeled bathrooms have luxurious details. This modern condo is thoughtfully adorned with tasteful tropical art. The Anna Maria Island Retreat is a magical retreat for families, couples, and snowbirds alike.

Living:
The living area is a comfortable coastal haven; lux vinyl plank flooring throughout the condo is the color of driftwood. Smooth ceilings, recessed lighting, fine trim work emphasize elegance. Relax on the plush, linen-color sofa and loveseat to stream your favorite shows or movies on the wall-mounted Smart TV. Enjoy conversations with loved ones, or curl up with a good book. The large sofa is a Queen size sleeper.

No detail is overlooked in this inviting, island-time living space; the sofa throw pillows are embroidered with starfish and coral. The distressed, whitewashed style, wooden coffee table has maritime fixtures. Sliding glass doors from the living room open to a balcony overlooking Palma Sola Bay. Sip an evening cocktail in paradise amidst the fragrance of frangipani and salty sea breezes.

Kitchen/Dining:
The spacious, bright, new, fully equipped kitchen is a chef’s dream! Royal blue pendant chandeliers illuminate the swank breakfast bar. Prepare a tropical feast after a day at the beach. Store your provisions in abundant custom cabinetry. Gorgeous pale-gray granite countertops offer space for meal prep. A backsplash of rough-cut natural stone tiles adds texture and depth to the kitchen. Stainless steel appliances include a glass-top electric stove, oven, microwave, French door fridge with an icemaker, dishwasher, and double basin sink with extendable nozzle.

The kitchen is fully equipped with pots, pans, cookware, utensils, cutlery, dishware, glassware, a coffee maker, a kettle, a toaster, a blender, a chef’s caliber knife block, and more. The sleek granite breakfast bar at the kitchen pass-through window has elegant, high-back stool seating for three.

The open design of the kitchen/dining area ensures that a chef is never isolated from the group. This breakfast bar is a sublime spot to sip your morning cappuccino or fresh-squeezed citrus juice. Share a glass of wine with the chef during dinner prep.
Situated between the kitchen and living room is a grand dining table with seating for six, illuminated by a contemporary chandelier with teardrop crystals. This farmhouse style is sturdy, polished oak, with cream-colored hardwood chairs.

A single round wall mirror brightens and expands the dining space. Additionally, there’s outdoor, poolside picnic dining space available to you, as well as high-end patio furniture on the balcony.

Bedrooms/Baths:
The Anna Maria Island Retreat has two bedrooms, each with an ensuite full bathroom. These water-view bedrooms have large windows with shades, plenty of natural light, luxurious mattresses, and sumptuous bedding.

The King primary has a soothing ambiance with shades of cream and Caribbean blue. There are matching nightstands with sophisticated reading lamps, an elegant bureau with a large mirror, a wall-mounted SmartTV, a full–size mirror, and a stylish chandelier. Tropical decor and seascapes adorn the wall. Sliding glass doors open directly to the balcony. There’s a walk-in closet and an ensuite bathroom with a sleek double-sink granite vanity and a black granite make-up counter. This primary ensuite bathroom has a tub/shower combo.

The second bedroom boasts a palate of cream and sea mist and has one Queen bed and matching nightstands with reading lamps. There’s a large bureau with a mirror, a closet, and an ensuite bathroom with a single-sink granite vanity. The ensuite bathroom has a tub/shower combo.

Both bathrooms have luxury rain shower heads and hand-held shower wands, as well as plush bath towels, toiletries, and hair dryers. There’s a stackable washer/dryer in a closet off the Queen bedroom.

What’s included in my stay?

*With our continued desire to provide a superior guest experience, we offer all our guests a professional linen service which includes freshly laundered sheets, pillowcases, bath towels, hand towels, beach towels, washcloths, dishcloths, and bath mats.*

KITCHEN AND LAUNDRY
• Sponge
• Dishwasher Tablets
• Dish Soap
• Kitchen Cleaning Wipes
• Laundry Tablets
FULL BATH
• Shampoo
• Conditioner
• Body Lotion
• Make-up wipes
• Massage Body Bar
• Bath Salts
Our Lux packaging is made from recycled cardboard with matching tissue paper. Sealed with a Sojo sticker so guests know the products are unused.
SCENTS
• White tea & coconut
• Fresh citrus
• Lavender
ADDITIONAL AMMENITIES
• 2 rolls toilet paper per bathroom
• 2 rolls paper towel per kitchen
• 1 roll of 3 kitchen trash bags
• 1 roll of 5 room trash bags
Beach Chairs
• Beach chairs are provided for every guest.

Add-On Services provided by our Exclusive Concierge Service at a 10% discounted rate for all guests of Anna Maria Island Beach Rentals!

• Golf Cart Rentals
• Bike Rentals
• Kayak Rentals
• Paddle Board Rentals
• Beach Wagon Rentals
• Canopy Rentals
• Beach Toys Rentals
• Beach Cooler Rentals
• Children’s Life Jackets Rentals
• Corn Hole Rentals
• Skim Board Rentals
• Beach Cart Rentals
• Beach Wheelchair Rentals
• Crib rentals
• Highchair Rentals
• Child Safety Gate
• Children’s Car Seat Rentals
• Pack N’ Play
• And more!

Outdoor Amenities:
Serve hors d'oeuvres or a light lunch on the balcony. A cafe-style rattan dining table on the balcony offers cushioned seating for two. Savor serene Florida sunsets in pink, violet, orange, and gold hues.

Discover the ultimate amenity: stroll just 400 feet from your doorstep to white sand beaches boasting the most breathtaking seashells in all of Florida. Immerse yourself in the crystal-clear waters of the Gulf of Mexico, where friendly dolphins frolic and play daily. After dinner, stargaze and watch the moonrise over the water.

The Anna Maria Island Retreat offers a heated, central community pool set amidst tropical landscaping. This swimming pool will delight families, children, the very young, and the young at heart. Sip margaritas poolside and listen to the music of tropical breezes rustling the fronds of the tall palm trees overhead.

The free Island trolley stop is a three-minute walk from your doorstep. Convenience to beaches, dining, and great seafood is a highlight of the Anna Maria Island Retreat. Park your car (two covered parking spaces are provided) and explore the small, charming, historic island by foot, bicycle, golf cart or trolley, or the Monkey Bus (island bus transportation).

The Neighborhood:
The Bay Watch community, located in Bradenton Beach, nestled perfectly between the Gulf of Mexico and the Palma Sola Bay. Enjoy breathtaking views of both from the comfort of your own balcony. Watch the Cortez drawbridge in the morning as the sailboats pass through, or marvel at the ocean sunset every evening.

Ths Bridge Street shopping village famous for its beach shops, gift shops and boutiques is located within a short walk of the condo as well. There’s a great grocery store right on the island, a fantastic Wal-Mart SuperCenter 5 minutes from the condo and a great shopping mall with all the big department stores as well.

The Shoppes of Paradise Bay Plaza is just about .5 miles away and offers grocery shopping, restaurants, a Starbucks coffee shop, and a Dollar Tree store. The Sarasota/Bradenton airport is a 19-minute drive (10.1 miles) south. Downtown Sarasota and St Armands Circle are about a 30-minute drive south, which is a great place for watching a sunset from a rooftop bar and casual and upscale dining and shopping.

Longboat Key, Bradenton Beach, Holmes Beach and Anna Maria Island have fantastic restaurants and beachside activities such as boat rentals, sunset cruises, jet ski, bike, paddleboard, scooter, and kayak rentals. Don't forget a trip to downtown Bradenton on the Manatee River with bars, dining, and Village of the Arts. The Village of the Arts is an eclectic live-work community of colorful historic cottages that house everything from award-winning restaurants to specialty shops, studios, healing arts, bakeries, and Bradenton’s best art galleries.

Amenities

Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV

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Reviews

9.4
Outstanding(78 Reviews)
Summary of reviews
Amazing location with stunning bay views, clean and well-equipped condo, comfortable beds, easy access to the beach, and great customer service. We will definitely return!
From real guest reviews summarized by AI
10.0
Sep 2024
Super clean, beds are very comfortable and great location!!! Only problem we had was getting into the condo. We arrived later in the evening (11:30 pm) and the code that given to us did not work. We tried several phone numbers that were listed and no one answered. Maybe I misread the part on who to call, but we FINALLY reached someone and she gave us a new code.
10.0
Jun 2024
This was our second trip to AMI and we absolutely loved the location of this condo. The sunrise views from the balcony were amazing. The place was super clean and had everything we needed to have a great vacation. The beds were very comfortable! We will definitely return and hopefully book this condo again in the future. Thank you Terry and Sandy for your hospitality!
10.0
May 2024
Such a wonderful stay with in a great location! The place was super clean and everyone that was staying in the complex was very polite and nice. The beach was located such a short walk away and having a pool on the first floor of the complex was so convenient in every way especially since the waves on the beach were a little too strong for my 3 year old.
2.0
May 2024
Had to leave the next day termites The description is very miss leading. Bad communication with owner, far from a chefs kitchen, Many thing wrong with this condo. Got refund from credit card company for condo fee and call you to get my $249.00 service fee refunded have not heard back from you yet. If not soon I will go Through my credit card for refund from you.
10.0
Apr 2024
Convenient and quiet, all amenities that were needed provided
8.0
Apr 2024
This is our second year staying at this complex, and we love this location as we can walk or trolley anywhere on AMI, and it is an easy walk to the beach. The bay view is so beautiful and relaxing. The pool is heated, so nice when visiting in early spring. The condo is well stocked with paper products, soaps, shampoo. However, other than coffee, if you plan to cook much, plan to purchase spices, etc - this wasn’t a problem for us as we ate out mostly. I couldn’t honestly give a 5 star rating as we were not pleased with the cleanliness of the condo this time. We were 45 minutes delayed entering the condo due to cleaning crew still in the unit. When we got in condo, it was not up to our typical standards. Let me say, it was nothing to prevent us from enjoying our stay, but the 4 people in our group spent about a half hour cleaning to feel comfortable with the level of cleanliness. When Terry reached out the following day, I did share this with him, and shortly after, a manager with cleaning crew arrived to the condo asking what could be done to make this right. I explained we had already cleaned, and just wanted to get on with enjoying our vacation. After further communication with Terry, he was apologetic and attributed this to being extra busy due to spring break, and he did go over and above to resolve the issue, which we really appreciated. Again, you can’t go wrong with this location.
10.0
Jan 2024
Clean, good location, nicely decorated, great view of the bay.
10.0
Dec 2023
We really enjoyed this property! The location is perfectly situated near Bradenton beach and a 2 minute walk to the beach. Photos look exactly like the condo and the washer and dryer were a nice touch. Fully stocked with all linens, toiletries and other needs for your stay. Probably one of the most well stocked vrbo I have stayed in. My one area of improvement would be the floors. There was a bit of sand on the floor when we arrived but they did provide a broom and dustpan so it was an easy fix! 5/5

FAQs

How much does this apartment cost compared to others in Bradenton Beach?

The average price for a rental in Bradenton Beach is $351 per night. This rental is $87 above the average.

Is parking included with this apartment?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Anna Maria Island Retreat-Beach One Minute Walk-Heated Pool-Free Wi-Fi-Dock-Surr. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this apartment?

Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Anna Maria Island Retreat-Beach One Minute Walk-Heated Pool-Free Wi-Fi-Dock-Surr. Enjoy the water!

Is Anna Maria Island Retreat-Beach One Minute Walk-Heated Pool-Free Wi-Fi-Dock-Surr pet friendly?

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What amenities are available at Anna Maria Island Retreat-Beach One Minute Walk-Heated Pool-Free Wi-Fi-Dock-Surr?

We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.

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