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AMI Retreat: 200 Steps to Beach, Dog Friendly Pool Home by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals

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A heated pool
A heated pool
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8195 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

AMI Retreat: 200 Steps to Beach, Dog Friendly Pool Home by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals

AMI Retreat by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals
746 Jacaranda, Anna Maria, FL 34216

What You'll Love About This Home:
Location! AMI North End! 200 steps to Beach!
3 Bedrooms / 2 Bathrooms
2 Kings, 1 Queen, 1 Twin, Twin Sofa Sleeper
Private Heated Pool & Spa*
Pool Loungers
Outdoor Shower
Gas Grill
Covered Poolside Patio Dining
Outdoor Patio Dining on Upper Deck
Bumper Pool, Air Hockey, Cornhole
Professional Linen Service, Washer & Dryer
Complimentary WIFI
Dog Friendly - with pet fee - see info below
Beach Towels, Beach Chairs, Beach Wagon
Parking for 4 Cars

Details:
AMI Retreat is located 200 steps to the sugar sand beaches and sparkling clear waters of the Gulf of Mexico. With a prime location on the North End of Anna Maria, AMI Retreat is close to Bean Point and Pine Ave.

The main level includes the kitchen, dining and living rooms. The living room is a comfortable spot for the family to relax. The dining room features a table for six. A patio dining set for six on the outdoor verandah overlooks the pool and provides for a relaxing meal from the grill

Two of the bedrooms feature a king Bed, one with an ensuite bathroom, and the other guest room has a queen bed. The third floor loft includes a twin bed. Each bedroom includes crisp linens and plush towels in the bathrooms from our professional linen service. Your guests will stay connected with complimentary WIFI and enjoy all of the comforts of home, including a washer and dryer.

The private heated pool and spa is the perfect place to relax in a pool lounger and enjoy the island breezes of paradise. An outdoor shower allows you to rinse the sand from your suit before entering the pool.

The entire family will enjoy playing bumper pool, air hockey and corn hole.

AMI Retreat is a dog friendly home! If you have added a pet to your reservation under the number of pets, the fee of $150 per dog plus tax has been added to your reservation total. Please note, there is a 2-dog limit

Ami Retreat is easy walking distance to Gulf Ave, restaurants, and the free island trolley, which travels the entire length of the 7 miles of the island. Hop on and off at your leisure and explore shopping, dining and the beaches. The perfect location for your next beach vacation!

Bedroom 1 - King Bed, Ensuite Bathroom, TV - Floor 2
Bedroom 2 - King Bed, TV - Floor 2
Bedroom 3 - Queen Bed, TV - Floor 2
Loft - Twin Bed, TV - Floor 3

Please note:
Spa maintains same temperature as pool.
Amenities are subject to change.

You are vacationing in a residential area. Please be a good neighbor by keeping the noise to a respectful level during the day and night. Excessive and unreasonable noise can deprive neighbors of the peaceful enjoyment of their private property. The minimum requirement for this home is no less than seven nights. The maximum occupancy is eight.

VR16-000089

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

Your booking is with Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals. We will send you check-in instructions 14 days prior to your arrival date. We will send you our rental agreement in an electronic signature document. Please review and return to us by following the instructions.

** Your signed rental agreement must be returned in order to receive your check-in details.

VRBO BOOKINGS

Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals will charge your credit card for your deposit payment. You will also see a separate charge by VRBO for their service fee.

Your final balance is due 60 days prior to your arrival date. We will send you a final payment reminder 90 days prior to arrival. We do not automatically charge your card for your final balance.

The instructions for making your final payment will be included in your final payment reminder.

Please review the cancellation policy prior to booking.

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Your payment is due in full at the time of booking and the final balance information above does not apply to your reservation.

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Property manager

Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Heated pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Arcade/game room
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2100 sq ft (195 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

AMI Retreat Coastal Cottages
Dog Friendly North End Private Pool Home with Game Room
449608

About the neighborhood

Map
Anna Maria, FL

What's nearby

  • Bean Point Beach - 3 min walk
  • Bradenton Beach - 3 min walk
  • Anna Maria Beach - 7 min walk
  • Anna Maria Island Museum and Historical Park - 13 min walk
  • Anna Maria City Pier - 16 min walk

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Rod & Reel Pier - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Two Scoops - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Sandbar Seafood & Spirits - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Waterfront Restaurant - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does AMI Retreat: 200 Steps to Beach, Dog Friendly Pool Home by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals have a pool?

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

Is AMI Retreat: 200 Steps to Beach, Dog Friendly Pool Home by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at AMI Retreat: 200 Steps to Beach, Dog Friendly Pool Home by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at AMI Retreat: 200 Steps to Beach, Dog Friendly Pool Home by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is AMI Retreat: 200 Steps to Beach, Dog Friendly Pool Home by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals located?

This family-friendly Anna Maria vacation home is located by the sea, within a 5-minute walk of Bean Point Beach and Bradenton Beach. Anna Maria Beach and Bayfront Park are also within 10 minutes.

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AMI Retreat: 200 Steps to Beach, Dog Friendly Pool Home by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julia A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Perfect location and size! The pool was great!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lucia D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
The house was great, my advice would be if you know guests are coming turn on the fridge, we had a full order of grocery with a warm fridge. Also the bit of mold on the ceiling near the kitchen was gross and the alarm for the pool was annoying being we had no littles. Pool was fantastic and the house was clean
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maryanne C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect beach vaca
This beautiful vacation home checked all the boxes for us! The pool area was perfect and even provided a shaded area under the deck which was essential for our mid-July vacation. The house is a minute walk to the gorgeous white sand beach and beautiful crystal clear Gulf of Mexico. The house itself was perfect for our family of 5. It was clean, and provided everything we needed to enjoy this vacation. It was very cute and beachy inside. We will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Dennis B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Nice home but not close enough to beach
The house is nice. The pool is unique. The description said 200 steps from the beach it is 491 steps. My wife had hip surgery 3 weeks prior so being close to beach was important.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
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8/10 Good

Barbie C., illinois

Our vacation
Beautiful home and very good location , we had a lovely time the house had everything we needed and more , the pool and pool area was great but the pool could have been a little warmer for evening swimming but the kids didn't care , the beach Access was so close so that was great !! Overall was a great place !!

10/10 Excellent

autumn n.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
hidden gem
The rental was exactly as described. Very clean, well stocked, can't think of anything negative! Would stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alissa O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Anna Maria
Nice property. Comfortable and well located. Wish there was a larger frying pan.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay
We had a wonderful time. The property is nice and well kept. The property is stocked with plenty of dishes/pans/drinking glasses. The pool is amazing with plenty of sun or shade whatever you want. There are a lot of stairs. The “garage” was very nice with pool floats and air hockey table
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

dereck f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
House was beautiful and had all the needs for a family. Beach is only a short walk away, and owners of home have everything needed for a beach day. Grill works great, pool was great if you want to lounge at home for the day. Will definitely be back. Great Location!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
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8/10 Good

Heidi W.

AMI Home with close beach access.
Spacious, close beach access, nice view! It appears the entire home has been updated inside and out except for the bath tubs and entryway flooring. I probably would recommend some cheap modern tv's and furniture l/ game room items vs what's in there. And a larger water heater to support that size home.

10/10 Excellent

Molly E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location
This house is in great shape and is so close to the beach. The pool was clean but it gets a lot of shade being tucked under the deck, so in a cooler month it was chilly most of our trip. I’m sure in the summer it would be perfect. We had a small issue with the freezer leaking and the management company was out to fix it right away. We’ve stayed in several homes on AMI and this was one of our best experiences yet.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sara F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely Amazing Spot on AMI
My family and I went down to visit AMI recently and this house was perfect! We have been down to the island a few times before and this home, by far, had the best location to the beach. The house came equipped with everything that you would need for a day in the surf and sand. The pool area was amazing as well. The inside of the house was super clean and had everything that we wanted. The internet was a little slow, but we weren’t on it too much anyway! Thank you so much for an amazing week and unforgettable memories made!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Leandro M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
poor kitchen ware to cook and enjoy your stay
location great , house nice but not in good condition , it has the comodity but not everything is working fine . shower outside patio was full of grass and cant be used . but i was impressed with the kitchen , first everything look sticky and dirty , very bad condition in every single pan and and ware . its a petty that such a beatiful place dont put a little bit love and care , to have it great . and the rent and fees are not very cheap , so it should go according with the price . island is the best beatiful place a I ll been with my family and we will be back to Anna Maria island for sure .
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Nice house, but with some issues.
The house is nicely decorated and comfortably furnished. Neighborhood is great. The outfitting of the kitchen is bad; many things missing. or in bad shape. If you cook, you will be doing a lot of improvising. After initially responding to some maintenance needs quickly, the management company did not follow through. A replacement fridge water filter was left on the doorstep along with two fridge door shelves to replace broken and missing ones that were the wrong size for the fridge. No one contacted us to install them. The management company never even answered my subsequent email about that and that the freezer not working nor making ice. The place definitely needs a new refrigerator. If it matters to you, the pool and the deck only get sun in the morning; they are completely in the shadow of the house during the afternoon.
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2022

4/10 Poor

Doris M.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
Water leak issues
There are two bathrooms here and the one on the main floor is directly below the upstairs bathroom. When we arrived, there was clearly water damage above the main floor toilet. The “patch” was just some clear packaging tape. The area was black and appeared to be mold (I wish I could attach a picture - it was disgusting and growing daily). After the first day, it started to drip so we called the rental company and they said someone would be out. It wasn’t until the next afternoon that someone came but they left without fixing anything. Then we called back and the next day a plumber came out. His conclusion was that we can’t use the upstairs toilet…so 5 adults were expected to use one toilet. And on top of that, you could get dripped on at any moment using the one downstairs. We asked the plumber if he could at least put something else up to patch the leak so we didn’t have toilet water dripping on us and he said no. I literally used the toilet with a towel on my head for 4 days because I was afraid of the water dripping on me. Also, the photo of the main floor bathroom on this listing is not accurate.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Krista S.

Great house - Great location
Very clean. Comfy beds. Plenty of linens (thank you!). You could use more utensils (forks). Otherwise, it is a well-stocked house and perfect for our family (ages 21(2), 24(2), and 52(2). The large dining table was great for board games and meals. The pool was fantastic - plenty of shade & sun! Only one jet worked in the whirlpool section. The couch is different than pictured (currently white linen) - so comfortable! We all agreed we would stay here again!
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10/10 Excellent

Carly K.

Spacious Home with Great Beach Access
We stayed in AMI Retreat for two weeks over the holidays. We were a family of 4-- two parents and two teens, plus our 7lb maltipoo. There was plenty of room for all of us to spread out, and the kids loved taking over the upstairs level. The beach access is incredibly convenient, particularly if you want to sneak over for a quick visit to watch the sunset before/after dinner. We also liked the layout of the pool area, especially the shallow "shelf" where you can sit in a chair with your feet in the water. We also appreciate the owners offering a dog-friendly rental. Just a few minor suggestions to other guests: (1) while the kitchen is well-equipped, there were no large frying pans in the house. If you plan to cook breakfast for a larger group, you might want to bring one with you; (2) the house was a little dark in the evenings. If you like to read in bed, you might want to bring your own reading lamp, as there was only one lamp in the two king bedrooms, and none in the smaller orange bedroom; (3) the TV in the main level is an older model flatscreen (i.e., no built-in internet connection) with only has 1 accessible HDMI port. Thankfully, we brought our own Roku, but we had to unplug the cord from the cable box and connect to the Roku anytime we wanted to watch a movie. Finally, I would just note that the photos on the Anna Maria Life website are a little outdated. The orange bedroom has a queen bed (no bunk beds) and the back deck has been renovated to replace the pergola with an umbrella table. Overall a great house though, and a terrific value compared to other more expensive options on the island. We would definitely come back!
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6/10 Okay

Richard A.

Nice Stay
We travel every year to the island and once again enjoyed our visit. However, I have rated this property 3 / 5 as it was clean and tidy; and its location was just perfect for us. However, not all the photos as advertised are correct. They had placed a single bed into an open desk area which we needed to use as an office; and was told by the agent we could move the furniture accordingly to fit. Un-impressive and am sure if anything got damaged, there would be problems. Also beware - this is not a four bedroom house; and in the UK this would be classed as false advertising. So be careful when you book this place. Also note - the pool has jacuzzi pumps which are not available to guests. Although this is not advertised, it is disappointing to see the facility and not be able to use it. We were also unable to park our car in one of the garages. They are also locked for guests. If these items were fixed, and that the property is properly advertised as-is, then I would not have a problem with it. All
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10/10 Excellent

Daryle B.

5 Stars
We arrived the week after hurricane Ian on Sat Oct 8th. There were a few hiccups upon our arrival but AMI Life and the homeowners could not have been more responsive and helpful in making our stay anything less than amazing. I cannot stress this enough. AMI Retreat is a great home for families to vacation at. The home is located on what I would say is the quietest part of AMI. The kitchen has pretty much most of what you would need for day-to-day cooking. The heated pool is a great place to gather and relax in day or night. The beds are all super comfortable. The insanely amazing AMI beach is an easy walk right across the street. The owners have provided many beach accessories you can bring with you to the beach. If you are hungry, there are many options a short walk away. I would recommend the Rod-N-Reel for a nice quick sunset dinner. Thank you AMI Life and a huge thank you to the homeowners for providing an amazing experience for my family.
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10/10 Excellent

Bo D.

Add-on to recent review
Also, the AMLVR team is fantastic, especially Cheryl who is so helpful and patient, and Michaela who I had to bother about a tiny issue and she was on it immediately. Tommy arrived to check the pool for us that very day, and he also was extremely competent and friendly. We also had to have some medications sent to us via USPS, and Michaela was wonderful about helping us figure out how to make that happen and then calling us the minute they arrived so we could stop in and pick them up. The team at AMLVR goes above and beyond, and are so kind about it.
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10/10 Excellent

Bo D.

Wonderful for 5 straight years
We absolutely love our vacations at AMI retreat. No matter how long we stay, it's never long enough. The property is so clean and well maintained as well as well-stocked with everything, the beds are super comfortable, and we just love it here. Looking forward to next year!!

10/10 Excellent

Daniela V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing summer 2021 vacation!
We love coming to Anna Maria island. The location of this home was just perfect. Close to the beach and a corner house! Wish the hot tub would have worked but it won’t stop me from renting this home again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Pauline R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Anna Maria island beaches do not allow pets.
200 steps to the beach??? Pool layout ‘interesting’, why on earth is a spa not heated, no controls for air jets, steep stairs to get anywhere. Garage not available. Not sure what defines a gourmet kitchen but I doubt the kitchen here qualifies?
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Richard G.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Oct 4 2020
Its a beautiful house. We loved the pool and outdoor space the most. The beds were nice and the kitchen was fully appointed. We did find the TV in the living room a bit small for the space and internet and cell reception there was poor. We had 8 adults and found the sleeping arrangements difficult for that many. We had some difficulty checking in as the email with the door code was wrong. Small things , overall a great place.

6/10 Okay

Lauren D.

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Check-in
Great Location with a few disappointments
Anna Maria Island is beautiful and our family loves visiting. This was the second house we stayed at this season on the island. The location to the beach is great and the highlight of the house was the pool. Unfortunately there were some concerns with small things inside the home which we reported on the first night via email. The property manager was polite and responsive, however the biggest disappointment was the homeowner himself. He showed up with a defensive attitude and sarcasm which is why I’m posting this here. The advertised air hockey table is broken, the jets of the spa don’t work, the shower curtains had mildew and mold, chipped dishes and dirty/scratched pans. The most uncomfortable find was sand in the sheets of one of the beds. As a previous person posted, the third bedroom with the bunk beds is very small and I would only suggest that room for kids to stay comfortably.