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Beach+Dock+Pool+2 SUPs+2 Kayaks+Fishing+Water Views,Duplex,140 steps to Beach

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Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels
Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Aerial view

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6107 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • 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.

Beach+Dock+Pool+2 SUPs+2 Kayaks+Fishing+Water Views,Duplex,140 steps to Beach

AMI Beach + Bay Home with Fishing Pier + Pool on Sarasota Bay
- "Dock of the Bay" / Entire garden-level first floor of duplex / "On the Water"
- This is the only 1 of 13 homes on Anna Maria Island that our family vacations at, which should tell you a ton!
• Unbelievable views of water + birds + wildlife + night lights!
• Relax with fish jumping and birds flying along 1 of only 34 coveted docks/piers south of Cortez Bridge!
• Fish directly off our pier/dock including fishing rod holders!
• Soak in new heated pool with spa jets + benches with views only 10 feet from Sarasota Bay!
• Walk 2 blocks to Bridge Street Key West-style restaurants, bars, and shops (downtown Bradenton Beach), Bridge Street Pier, + listen to the Clock Tower bells ringing on each hour.
• 140 steps to Cortez Beach on the shortest AMI block from the Gulf of Mexico to Sarasota Bay.
• AMI properties with beach or gulf views go pitch-black at sunset all night until sunrise because there is zero context to view on the pitch-black Gulf of Mexico. Our home on Sarasota Bay has a fabulous ambiance of soft lights of the Cortez Bridge, Cortez fishing village, and Bradenton and Sarasota in the distance, which is fabulous in the evening! Being on south Sarasota Bay is the best ever and is exactly why our family vacations at this home instead of our Beach-view + Gulf-view homes!!
• All new sliding glass doors + deck panels + deck flooring + inside flooring + new 2nd bathroom + windows + aqua-marine siding costing $75,000 through whole home.
• Watch the amazing animal life swim + fly + sit from inside or outside your home including Dolphins, Manatees, Rays, Brown Pelicans, Blue Heron, Snowy Egret, Osprey (Sea hawks), White Ibis, and Wood Duck raft/team/paddling either in the backyard or on the pier pilings or next to the sea wall or in Sarasota Bay.
• Walk our 2 Paddleboards + 2 Kayaks down concrete stairs directly from the seawall into Sarasota Bay 15 feet behind home or from Jet Ski dock + paddle to Bridge Street Pier, historic Cortez fishing village, Beercan Beach on Longboat Pass, Jewfish/Goliath Key, or wherever else you like around AMI!
• Watch the mainland thunderstorms + lightning + even NASA rocket launches at Cape Canaveral on clear days or nights over the inter-coastal Sarasota Bay and see sheets of rainwater coming toward the home.
• Water views everywhere with 18 new windows + sliding glass doors all around the home.
• Enjoy the night lights of Bridge Street Pier, Cortez Bridge, downtown Sarasota, and the anchored boats in Sarasota Bay.
• Listen to Live Music while on the Dock/Deck/Backyard from the wonderful performers at Bridgetender Tiki Bar!
• Jet Ski (rent or bring your own Jet Ski) to ride it directly up onto our 2 Jet Ski docks.
• Boat Slip rental 4 blocks away at Bradenton Beach Marina - https://bradentonbeachmarina.com/boat-storage/
• Grill outdoors on deck
• Beach Jetty access into the Gulf of Mexico for views and fishing off Cortez Beach off 6th Street.
• Coquina Beach is only 6 blocks to the south connected to Cortez Beach!
• Coquina Baywalk + Coquina Boat ramp on Leffis Key only 12 blocks to the south.
• Beercan Beach on Longboat Pass only 15 blocks to the south or a boat/jet ski/kayak/paddleboard ride away.
• Unlike bay homes further north on AMI, Gulf of Mexico water currents through Longboat Pass provide lack of decay so there are no foul or decaying plant smells.
• Cornhole bean bag toss game + board games.
• Renovated kitchen.
• Dish Network satellite TV with DVR for recording shows while at the beach or on Sarasota Bay or at Bridge Street.
• High-speed Wireless internet for webcasts.
• First floor of duplex is also available for family reunion or friends reunion, wedding, private party, and for complete privacy for the salt water pool + dock = see "On the Water" at www.Vrbo.com/1920035

Sleeping arrangements:
• King bedroom 1 with en suite bathroom with new vanity + new shower + toilet, closet, lights, ceiling fan.
• King bedroom 2 with Sarasota Bay views, glass French Doors, closet, lights, ceiling fan. Next to primary bathroom.
• Queen bedroom with closet, lights, and ceiling fan.
• Full sleeper sofa in living room.

Our original 1940 AMI home is renovated and much easier to navigate than new-build 3-story homes on Anna Maria Island because our first floor is on the ground level and the second floor is one easy set of stairs. Other rebuilt homes on the island usually require climbing multiple flights of stairs up or taking small elevators.

Florida's best-kept secret, Anna Maria Island (AMI), features beautiful white sugar sand beaches, older Florida charm, award-winning restaurants, and shopping all within easy walking distance or a ride aboard the free "Anna Maria Island Trolley". One of the few places in the world where the sunset is regularly applauded, this tiny slice of paradise stretches for 7 miles into the Gulf. Just across the Cortez bridge on the south side of the island, is the old school Florida fishing village of Cortez, where restaurants have excellent seafood and some have live music.

Please consider bringing more family/friends to our 14 Florida Beach Homes or 8 Colorado Mountain Lodges or 4 Tennessee Lake/Country Homes on either Vrbo or the other primary platform. The number at the start are the # folks who can stay there:

Anna Maria Island Salt Life!

7 • "Sitting on the Dock of the Bay" - 2nd floor - "Over the Water"
- https://www.Vrbo.com/1920061?dateless=true
6 • "Sitting on the Dock of the Bay" - 1st floor - "On the Water"
- https://www.Vrbo.com/1920035?dateless=true

6 • Cortez Beach Retreat "Views" - 2nd floor
- https://www.Vrbo.com/1920266?dateless=true
6 • Cortez Beach Retreat "Poolside" - 1st floor
- https://www.Vrbo.com/3774464?dateless=true

8 • Gulf View Retreat - 150 5-stars - 2nd floor
- https://www.Vrbo.com/557191?dateless=true
8 • Pool Side Retreat - 150 5-stars - 1st floor
- https://www.Vrbo.com/614098?dateless=true

6 • Bridge Street Pier Beach House
- https://www.Vrbo.com/3795636?dateless=true
4 • Bridge Street Pier Phase Inn
https://www.vrbo.com/3981046?dateless=true

6 • Bridgeport #202 - Beach View Retreat
- https://www.Vrbo.com/977187?dateless=true
6 • Bridgeport #203 - Sunset View Retreat
- https://www.Vrbo.com/3772892?dateless=true
6 • Bridgeport #207 - Beach + Gulf View Retreat
- https://www.Vrbo.com/3772900?dateless=true

3 • Ohana Beach Retreat - Unit A
- https://www.Vrbo.com/3774458?dateless=true
5 • Ohana Beach Retreat - Unit B
- https://www.Vrbo.com/3774456?dateless=true
5 • Ohana Beach Retreat - Unit C
- https://www.Vrbo.com/3774461?dateless=true


Colorado Rocky Mountain High Lodges near Golden and Boulder!

8 • Quartz Mountain Ranch - Best Views in Colorado Front Range behind Boulder Flatirons and historic Golden
- https://www.Vrbo.com/1014860?dateless=true

8 • Love Mountain Ranch - City Lights + Continental Divide Views near Red Rocks Amphitheater
- https://www.Vrbo.com/2244657?dateless=true

10 • Perfect Tennessee Lake House on Watts Barr Lake - Private Boat Ramp, Floating + Fixed Docks, Firepit, unbelievable Views and Fishing!
- https://www.vrbo.com/3036629?dateless=true

7 • Awesome Tennessee River House on Lake Chickamauga - Private Covered Boat Dock, Firepit, and Fishing!
- https://www.vrbo.com/3774454?dateless=true


Rex & Michele Geissler
Golden, Colorado

Property manager

Rex Geissler

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Fenced private pool
  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking, vaping, drugs, cannabis home/property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 1,152 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 22

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
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: 1 dog,NO pool area/hair/bark/furniture/bed/scratch

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Fabulous for families!

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
Note from host: Only 2 extra people can visit property daily
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, a first aid kit, 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

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

About the neighborhood

Map
Bradenton Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Historic Bridge Street Pier - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bradenton Beach Marina - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Cortez Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Coquina Baywalk - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Coquina Beach - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wicked Cantina - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Anna Maria Oyster Bar on the Pier - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Beach House Waterfront Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Seafood Shack - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Island Time Bar And Grill - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Beach+Dock+Pool+2 SUPs+2 Kayaks+Fishing+Water Views,Duplex,140 steps to Beach have a pool?

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

Is Beach+Dock+Pool+2 SUPs+2 Kayaks+Fishing+Water Views,Duplex,140 steps to Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Beach+Dock+Pool+2 SUPs+2 Kayaks+Fishing+Water Views,Duplex,140 steps to Beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beach+Dock+Pool+2 SUPs+2 Kayaks+Fishing+Water Views,Duplex,140 steps to Beach?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beach+Dock+Pool+2 SUPs+2 Kayaks+Fishing+Water Views,Duplex,140 steps to Beach located?

This family-friendly Bradenton Beach vacation home is located on the waterfront, within a 10-minute walk of Historic Bridge Street Pier and Cortez Beach. Fish Hole Adventure Golf and Bradenton Beach are also within 5 minutes.

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Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 88 out of 101 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 101 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 101 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 101 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 101 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gregg D.

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

Amazing location and views

The property is close to everything you need and the pool is a really nice treat when you need to relax in the shade.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John L.

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

Gorgeous Getaway!

This property had the most amazing view of the Sarasota Bay! It was also within walking distance to Bradenton Beach and several restaurants. Our family loved having access to the kayaks and paddle boards. The kids also swam in the pool everyday during our stay which had an amazing view. The kitchen had everything we needed to make breakfast, lunch or dinner. Rex was extremely nice and showed us around the property. He also told us stories about the house and hurricane clean up. We would love to vacation here again due to its prime location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen P.

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

Wonderful stay!

We loved our stay and will be back again!
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa T.

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

Family getaway

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at your property. The location was perfect and you had everything we needed to enjoy cooking our meals at home. We would love to come back soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen N.

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

Fun in the Sun

We had a wonderful stay. Excellent location and amenities! Hope to stay again in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Joseph F.

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

Great location

Great property nice amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful spot great fishing and accessible to beach and shopping
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mathew G.

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

Enjoyed our stay

We really enjoyed our stay here. Having the pool and being close to the beach was ideal. Would stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Matt P.

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

Great Location

My family had a great time . We loved kayaking and fishing. Close walk to the beach . Walking distance to restaurant ,shopping and ice cream . Have been vacationing on the island for the last 15 yrs my favorite place so far .
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda L.

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

Perfect location with beautiful views

Loved our stay. Can’t wait to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Todd G.

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

Awesome spot on the bay!

Great place and accommodating host. Bridge street- wow- live entertainment at 4 places within 3 blocks!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robin S.

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

Excellent!

Excellent!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly D.

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

Wonderful time

Wonderful vacation
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David W.

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

Great Location, awesome house

Short walking distance to shops, bars, restaurants, and beach
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erin B.

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

Best Location

This property is really at the best location! So nice to have access to kayaks, paddle boards, fishing right off the pier, a pool and still just a very short walk to the beach. Also so many shops/restaurants that you can walk to. It was really great for our family of 5. We ran it to a few hiccups, but the owner was SO responsive and handled everything so well. We will for sure be back!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin S.

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

Perfect vacation spot

This was our second stay at this property, this time we rented the bottom unit. Last years stay was pretty awesome & hard to imagine this one could top it; but it did with a pretty cool dolphin show right out in front of the dock! We would definitely come back
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sanjay U., Washington DC

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

Good stay

Good location & property, owner was fairly responsive to a couple of issues that popped up.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richelle M.

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

Beautiful location

The property was located at the best place on the island. Close to everything, beach, shops, restaurants. We got to see dolphins swim up to the dock, manatee swam under the dock. Good fishing too.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alicia C.

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

Awesome family weekend

Quick, much needed weekend get away with the family. Fantastic home, great location, stunning views, short walk to beach. Looking forward to returning and will definitely stay longer on our next visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy L.

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

Perfect Vacation Spot

We loved our stay and had such a blast on our vacation! This was the perfect spot for the beach and the bay. Plenty of paddle boards, kayaks and beach accessories! Rex thank you for sharing this great spot and we would love to stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

James B.

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

Sad to have left

Perfect location for family vacation. Views and easy access to shops and restaurants. We hope to book it again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

David A.

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

Great Choice

House was clean, comfortable and had everything we needed to have a great getaway weekend. Will definitely stay again for a longer period of time.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey G.

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

Perfect location!

Stayed with 5 of my friends and we had an absolute blast. The house is amazing, it's quiet, the beach is right there... what more can you ask for!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

6/10 Okay

Mark B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Was ok

Was ok good location
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tammy B., Rome, NY

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

Fabulous Getaway!

We stayed with another couple. The place is perfectly located, and the view on the water was breathtaking! The property manager was attentive and gave us all the info we needed. Definitely would stay here again when we get the chance!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021