Home just steps to BEACH! Private pool and spa - Sign of the Mermaid
Sign of the Mermaid by AMI Locals 116 Peppertree Ln, Anna Maria, Florida Vacation Rental License: VR17-000054
Welcome to Sign of the Mermaid, a breathtaking four bedroom, four and a half bath luxury vacation home with a bonus loft, located just four houses from the white sands of Anna Maria Beach. Featuring a private pool with spa, coastal chic interiors, and multiple balconies, this home offers the perfect blend of island charm and modern elegance. With its prime location near the beach and trolley stop, you’ll be perfectly positioned to explore everything Anna Maria Island has to offer.
Highlights • 2-minute walk to the beach • 4 Bedrooms / 4.5 Bathrooms • 4 King beds, 2 Twin-over-Twin bunk beds • Private Pool with In-ground Spa • Ping Pong Table • BBQ Grill • Outdoor Shower • Steps from the Island Trolley Stop • Pet Friendly (with approval and fee) • 4 Parking Spaces
The outdoor space at Sign of the Mermaid is designed for ultimate relaxation and fun. Take a refreshing swim in the sparkling pool, soak in the spa, or enjoy a sunny afternoon lounging on the deck chairs surrounded by tropical landscaping. Host family cookouts on the BBQ grill, challenge friends to a ping pong match in the shaded game area or rinse off after the beach in the outdoor shower.
Step inside and be greeted by coastal elegance and modern comfort. The open concept living area features plush sofas, a large TV, and natural hues of sea blue and sand, creating a serene atmosphere. The fully equipped kitchen shines with upscale appliances, sleek countertops, and island seating perfect for casual breakfasts. Gather around the dining table under a decorative chandelier for shared meals, laughter, and panoramic treetop views that capture the spirit of Anna Maria Island.
Each bedroom is a tranquil escape designed for relaxation and comfort. The primary suite features a king bed, private balcony, and a spa like ensuite bathroom with dual vanities and a walk-in shower. Two additional bedrooms each offer king beds and ensuite bathrooms, with beautiful tile finishes and coastal accents. The fourth bedroom includes a king bed, and the loft area features two twin-over-twin bunk beds, creating a fun space for kids or extra guests. A large hallway bathroom with dual vanities and a walk-in shower completes the upper level.
Room Details -Primary Bedroom, 2nd Floor: King bed, ensuite bathroom with dual vanities and walk-in shower, private balcony -Second Bedroom, 2nd Floor: King bed, ensuite bathroom with walk-in shower -Third Bedroom, 3rd Floor: King bed, ensuite bathroom with walk-in shower -Fourth Bedroom, 3rd Floor: King bed -Loft Area: Two Twin-over-Twin bunk beds
With four parking spaces and the trolley stop just steps away, exploring local favorites like Pine Avenue’s shops and restaurants, Holmes Beach, and Bean Point is effortless. After a day of island adventures, relax on one of the home’s breezy balconies, watch a golden sunset, or cool off with a swim in your private pool. This home is dog friendly, making it a great option for guests traveling with furry companions.
Just steps from the Gulf, Sign of the Mermaid by AMI Locals delivers the ultimate Anna Maria Island beach vacation; combining luxury, comfort, and unbeatable location. Whether you’re lounging poolside, walking to the beach, or exploring the island’s best dining and shops, this coastal escape offers everything you need for a memorable stay. Book your stay today with AMI Locals and make your dream island getaway a reality!
- 4 cars maximum are able to park at this home. We ask our guests to please plan accordingly and coordinate with your group. There is no overnight parking available for additional vehicles.
With host approval before check-in, this property accepts dogs only (No cats or other animals are allowed). An additional pet fee will apply. See our AMI Locals Rental Policies for full details.
This home is managed by AMI Locals, an Anna Maria Island property management company.
We do not accept reservations from anyone under 25 years of age. We do not allow persons under 25 to occupy a property unless accompanied by someone over 25 years of age.
Please Remember: "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." *Exceeding the noise ordinance could result in disciplinary actions including fines and/or termination of your rental agreement without refund.
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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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Anna Maria
Located in Anna Maria, this holiday home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bradenton Beach and Bean Point Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at LECOM Park or IMG Bollettieri Tennis Academy. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and horse riding nearby.
Anna Maria Island Museum and Historical Park - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
Bean Point Beach - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
Getting around
Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 43 min drive
Restaurants
Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - 6 min drive
The Ugly Grouper - 3 min drive
The Sandbar Restaurant - 14 min walk
The Waterfront Restaurant - 3 min drive
Ginny's & Jane E's - 11 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Home just steps to BEACH! Private pool and spa - Sign of the Mermaid pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Home just steps to BEACH! Private pool and spa - Sign of the Mermaid?
As of 12 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Home just steps to BEACH! Private pool and spa - Sign of the Mermaid on 29 Aug 2026 start from AU$1,433, 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.
How much is parking at Home just steps to BEACH! Private pool and spa - Sign of the Mermaid?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Home just steps to BEACH! Private pool and spa - Sign of the Mermaid?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Home just steps to BEACH! Private pool and spa - Sign of the Mermaid?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Home just steps to BEACH! Private pool and spa - Sign of the Mermaid located?
Situated by the sea, this holiday home is steps away from Bradenton Beach and Palmetto Avenue Beach. Island Players and Anna Maria Island Museum and Historical Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Aquí tienes una versión natural y con buen impacto en inglés:The house was amazing—very clean, comfortable, and well maintained. The overall experience was excellent from start to finish. One of the biggest highlights is the location: the beach is just a 5-minute walk away and it feels almost like a private beach—very शत and not crowded. I would definitely stay here again and highly recommend it.
Kerwin C.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 May 2026
Sounds like you found the perfect beach setup, Kerwin. Sign of the Mermaid by AMI Locals really gives you that easy island experience from clean, comfortable, and just a quick walk to the sand. And having a quieter stretch of beach nearby makes those mornings and sunset walks even better. Really appreciate the recommendation, and we’d love to have you back for another relaxing stay on AMI!
We enjoyed our stay at Sign of the Mermaid. We were able to walk down our street to the Gulf side beach, but we also rented bikes and a golf cart nearby at Robinhood Rentals to sightsee around the island. We enjoyed the Bay side beach just as much and it wasn’t as crowded. Each day we spent some time in the pool and spa. There was a great book that showed us how to use the controls on everything and the rental company called a few times to see if we needed anything. The beds were comfortable and everything we used worked well. The checkout process was simple. This was a far larger property than we needed, but we selected it for the location. You have to be able to do steps, so it would be difficult if someone in your group struggles with that. I would recommend this property and AMI locals rental company to others.
Lori B.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Mar 2026
Thanks so much for the great review, Lori! We’re really glad you enjoyed your time at Sign of the Mermaid. It sounds like you got the full island experience—bikes, golf cart cruising, beach time on both the Gulf and Bay sides, and relaxing by the pool and spa. That’s a pretty perfect AMI week. Happy to hear the home was comfortable and that the guidebook helped with the controls. Our AMI Locals team always likes checking in to make sure everything’s going smoothly. We truly appreciate the recommendation and would love to have you back on the island anytime!
Overall VERY GOOD all was accessible and had good communication with AMI
carlos m.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2025
Thank you for your positive feedback, Carlos! We're glad to hear that everything was accessible and communication was good! We appreciate your support and look forward to hosting you again with AMI Locals.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sean H.
11 Dec 2018
Awesome place!
Awesome place! Comfortable, clean, great location, love the set up.
Very nice house in a great location. We love it on AMI and will be back again soon.
adam c.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jan 2025
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the house and its great location on AMI. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon!
The house fit our family perfectly, the number of bathrooms was great. The common areas were very nice and the kitchen was stocked properly. We really enjoyed the outdoor space and loved being so close to the beach.
Karen S.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2025
Thank you for choosing us for your recent stay!
Every review and every star you give us makes a huge difference to our success. If you enjoyed your stay, we'd love your 5-star review!
We hope to host you again in the future!
Pam, we're thrilled to hear that you had a great time! If you ever decide to return for another visit, we would be delighted to host you again.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
James C.
5 May 2019
Beautiful house & fantastic location
We had two families of five and the house was a perfect fit! Pool and hot tub were great for the kids, and having the beach just a short walk away was amazing! The house was in excellent condition, and provided a perfect atmosphere for a fun and relaxing vacation! We’d stay there again in a heartbeat!
James C.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2020
Hi James,
Thank you and we would love to host you again. The beach is so close!
Excellent service, beautiful home, incredible beach, town, quick and convenient beach access. Could not have asked for a better week. We left some very large seafood boiling pots, a four-square volleyball set, and beach paddle ball set that hopefully some future guests can enjoy. Too big to fly home with :-). Thank you for everything!
Kelly B.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug 2025
Hi, Kelly, thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you had such a fantastic stay and were able to enjoy all that the property and the surrounding area had to offer. We look forward to hosting you again in the future!!
Thank you,
AMI Locals
Great location and nice quiet street. We had a great experience in this home. Pool area is beautiful. Minimal kitchen items if you like to cook on vacation. A few things: Beach equipment is very rusted and minimal. A house that sleeps 12 with 4 bedrooms with 4 king size beds should have more chairs than 5. Beach wagon is very old too. A full length mirror somewhere in the house would be great! More garbage bags would be great than just 4.
Jocelyn M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2025
Thank you for your feedback, Jocelyn. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed the location and the beautiful pool area. We will look into addressing the feedback you provided. We hope you had an enjoyable vacation and look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
Thank you,
AMI Locals
Home was absolutely gorgeous and close walking distance to the beach. Loved the pool and whirlpool and the covered patio area next to it. Perfect for hanging out, grilling and/or playing cornhole or ping pong. The open floor plan between the kitchen, dining room, and living room was perfect for getting together for meals and just enjoying each other's company. Everyone in our group was very happy with this home.
Marta F.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug 2022
Marta, we are glad that you were able to enjoy the pool and patio area. We hope to host you again sometime soon!
We had a wonderful time at this property. There were 8 adults and this home was perfect for us. Location is outstanding. It was so nice having the pool and and Jacuzzi when the weather wasn't going our way. You will need to rent some beach chairs and umbrellas, the chairs that were provided had seen better days and a couple were broken. Other then that it was everything that was stated on the website. The property management company was incredible with response to any little question we had.
Sabine H.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May 2025
Thank you for choosing us for your recent stay!
Every review and every star you give us makes a huge difference to our success. If you enjoyed your stay, we'd love your 5-star review!
We hope to host you again in the future!
The house was great — spacious, modern, and very comfortable for our family. We really enjoyed how inviting it felt and had a wonderful time overall.The only downsides were the hot tub shutting off after 9 PM (something that was not disclosed anywhere) and the upstairs thermostat being stuck at 71. Management sent people to look at both issues, but they weren’t fixed during our stay. Not a dealbreaker, but a little inconvenient for the price.Otherwise, it’s a beautiful home and we’d recommend it with just those small caveats.
Mihai P.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug 2025
Thank you for the thoughtful review, Mihai. We appreciate your feedback and are sorry to hear about the issues you encountered with the hot tub and thermostat. We strive to provide a comfortable and enjoyable experience for all our guests, and we will address these concerns to ensure they are resolved for future stays. We hope you will consider staying with us again in the future.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jared J.
20 Aug 2018
Awesome place to stay for the week
Excellent spot. The home was recently built or remodeled and is in great condition. The owner has it set up right. We had a party of 11 and there was room to spare. Its 4 doors away from shoreline and has direct access.. The beach when we went was super peaceful - very low density shoreline. Red tide was the headline at this point of the year and while other places were suffering impact in this area was relatively minor. All and all, it was great and we dream of coming again very soon!
Jared J.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2020
Hi Jared,
Thanks for your feedback and it was a bummer we had red tide but we welcome you back again for 2019 it is beautiful this year!
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Dorian C.
5 Sept 2018
First class experience in Anna Maria Island
When we first stumbled upon this house on HomeAway, it seemed almost too good to be true. But everything was as perfect as it seemed online. This is a BEAUTIFUL, brand new house, located in the heart of AMI. Very close to the beach (literally 3 minutes walk), this house comes with everything for a perfect beach vacation. The SPA is amazing and the pool is larger than it seems in the pictures. The kitchen is huge, super modern and contains everything one needs.
Eric was super professional.
My family and I had a memorable Labor Day weekend in AMI.
The house was great but it looked like the cleaning crew did not properly clean the floors and dust. I had to sweep then purchase a swiffer mop plus the pool did not seam to be cleaned prior to our arrival. If it wasn’t for the cleanliness problem we would have rated higher. The location of the house is perfect and the kitchen is nice an open. Their was plenty of room for our two families. We come to AMI every year for vacation and always live it.
connor a.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Sept 2021
Connor thank you for your past stay at our property! We love having our repeat guests visiting the island and we appreciate all of your honest feedback. We apologize for the issues that your families experienced and we want to invite you back again. The island will be waiting for your return.
Really loved this house and it worked out great for our group of 7. We didn’t use the bunk beds so you could definitely sleep more. All the bedrooms were spacious and clean. The pool was beautiful. The main downside was the alarm on the back door. You have to push a button every time you want to open the door or a very loud alarm will sound. And if you don’t close it quickly after, it will also set the alarm. Wish there was a way to disable it if you don’t have any kids with you. The house is also stocked with very little, so make sure to bring lots of things. No pool floaties, spices, salt and pepper, and lots of common kitchen items. Also wish there was a bathroom downstairs or outdoor stairs so you didn’t have to run inside and up the slick tile steps to use the bathroom, but maybe that’s a future project.
Makenzi S.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Dec 2024
Thank you for your thoughtful review! We’re so glad to hear the house worked well for your group, and that you enjoyed the spacious bedrooms and beautiful pool. It’s great to know that the space was comfortable for everyone, even though you didn’t use the bunk beds.
We appreciate your feedback regarding the alarm on the back door. We understand how it can be disruptive, especially if you don’t have young children with you.
Your comments about stocking the house with additional items, such as pool floaties, spices, and common kitchen essentials, are also very helpful.
We appreciate your constructive feedback and hope to welcome you back for another great stay soon!
This was a perfect house for three adults (two parents and one grandparent) and two kids (11 and 4). All bedrooms have king beds - and three of the four have en suite bathrooms (the two main floor bedrooms and one of the upstairs bedrooms). There are also two bunk beds (one with a trundle - five beds total) in the landing upstairs. We did not use these beds, but they would have been cozy for a larger party.
We chose this house so we didn’t need to leave during COVID (although be aware the island is requiring masking as of October 2020). Or feels nearly brand new and was well appointed. Literally everything we needed was here. The kitchen was fully equipped with plenty of accessories for basic eating, grilling and cocktails. There is a gas grill on the pool level along with a pool table, ample outdoor seating and an outside TV. The pool is on the smaller side, and does not have a true deep end (a bit over 4 feet, do diving in is not an option). This didn’t detract from the Fun we had using it and the hot tub. The beach is a quick three minute walk down the street - although we didn’t use them, there was a wagon and chairs available to bring to the beach if needed.
All in all a perfect family vacation house and we will be back!
Devon H.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 30 June 2021
Thank you Devon for choosing to stay at Sign of the mermaid! We are so happy to hear you enjoyed all the amenities of the home during your relaxing retreat. Definitely the pool and spa is a fave place to be. We hope to see you on your next return to the island. Thanks for being such wonderful guests to hosts.
11 of us stayed here for a family celebration week. House and location were perfect. Small little things with the house but maintenance was very responsive. Would highly recommend!
Mary C.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022
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