Nestled on the bay side of Anna Maria Island and just steps across the street from the Gulf of Mexico, this beautifully renovated condo at Runaway Bay is your perfect slice of coastal paradise. Now back on the rental market, this completely updated 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom first-floor condo offers a fresh, modern retreat designed for effortless island living.
From the moment you arrive, you’ll appreciate the comfort and convenience of this thoughtfully redesigned unit everything is brand new, stylish, and ready for your vacation.
Highlights of This Gorgeous Condo
• Contact-free, carefree check-in go straight to your unit, no office visit required • Prime front-of-complex location, just steps from the beach access crosswalk • All-new furnishings, décor, and finishes throughout • Fully renovated kitchen with new appliances including microwave, stove, dishwasher, refrigerator, coffee maker, and high-quality kitchenware • Dining table seating four • Free high-speed Wi-Fi • Washer and dryer conveniently located in the unit • Screened and furnished patio for relaxing island evenings • First-floor unit with easy access to the pool • Fresh beach towels, bath towels, and quality linens included
Runaway Bay Amenities
Guests at Runaway Bay enjoy one of the island’s most amenity-rich communities: • Tennis courts • Fitness center • Largest solar-heated swimming pool on Anna Maria Island • Shuffleboard and bocce ball courts • Clubhouse with Wi-Fi • Deeded beach access directly across the street • Scenic fishing pier on the bay • Charcoal grills for guest use • Kayak and canoe launch
Explore the Best of Anna Maria Island
Runaway Bay is within walking distance of Historic Bridge Street, the lively heart of the island filled with shops, restaurants, and entertainment from beach to bay. The free island trolley stops right in front of the complex, making it easy to explore without ever needing your car. Ride north to Anna Maria, south to Holmes Beach, or hop on simply for a scenic tour of the island.
Guests can also enjoy biking, golf carting, kayaking, or boating around the island, along with access to fishing charters, boat tours, parasailing, scuba diving, golf, and world-class seafood dining.
There’s truly no better way to experience Florida’s Gulf Coast than from this beautifully renovated Runaway Bay condo. Whether you’re planning a family getaway or a relaxing trip with friends, this coastal retreat offers the perfect home base for your island vacation.
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On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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About the area
Bradenton Beach
Located in Bradenton Beach, this condo is near theme parks and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bradenton Beach and Coquina Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at IMG Bollettieri Tennis Academy or Longboat Key Public Tennis Center. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cave exploring.
Bradenton Beach, FL
What's nearby
Anna Maria Sound - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Bradenton Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Aluna Wellness Center & Spa - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Historic Bridge Street Pier - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
Cortez Beach - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
Getting around
Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 24 min drive
Restaurants
Anna Maria Oyster Bar on the Pier - 2 min drive
Circle K - 2 min drive
Daquiri Deck Bradenton Beach - 2 min drive
Beach House Waterfront Restaurant - 19 min walk
Star Fish Company - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Newly renovated! Short walk to beach access! have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Newly renovated! Short walk to beach access!?
As of 10 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Newly renovated! Short walk to beach access! on 22 Aug 2026 start from AU$152, 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.
Is Newly renovated! Short walk to beach access! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Newly renovated! Short walk to beach access!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Newly renovated! Short walk to beach access!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Newly renovated! Short walk to beach access!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Newly renovated! Short walk to beach access! located?
Situated by the sea, this condo building is within a 10-minute walk of Aluna Wellness Center & Spa and Bradenton Beach. Anna Maria Sound and Bradenton Beach Marina are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
This unit is very nicely decorated and is on the first floor, which is great when you are carrying beach stuff! I would definitely stay here again!
Stephanie H.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug 2024
Hi Stephanie, thank you for taking time to review your stay at Runaway Bay! We are glad to hear that you found the unit nicely decorated and in a good location! We are so thankful for your positive feedback and we are looking forward to having you back again soon!
This property is in a great location. However be prepared to bring your own soap, dishwasher tablets, garbage bags and paper towels. Only one of each is provided for your use for the whole week. The condo was nice, pool was great and the beach was easily accessible.
Dorothy P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2023
Dorothy, thank you for your feedback. We do let our guests know in our carefree instructions what is included with your stay, which should be enough to get you started...not for the whole week. We are so glad that you were able to enjoy the condo, the pool and the location of our beach and we hope to see you again soon.
Excellent location with cross walk to get to the beach- across the very busy street. Walking distance for a few restaurants. Great location. The unit, 154 was updated nicely. We received confirmation that our unit was ready as we pulled up to it at 4:00 pm and actually -- the cleaning staff were there for another half hour. Overall recommend as a great place to stay. I would stay in this unit again.
Thomas K.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Oct 2025
We are happy you enjoyed the updated unit and convenient beach access. Thank you for noting the timing at check-in and for recommending the property. We are glad you would stay again.
This property was amazing. Everything you see is what you get. Beach towels were a nice added touch so we didn’t have to bring ours. I requested an ironing board an iron and had that with no problem. Beach was right across the street. Will return again!
Lisa B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Oct 2025
We are delighted you enjoyed the property and that it matched your expectations. It is great to hear the beach towels and quick service added to your stay. We look forward to welcoming you back.
Verified
6/10 Okay
Alain G.
5 Dec 2022
Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
all good
Decent location
Found the condo dark no view.
Carpets need to be replace but overall I was satisfied with the whole thing.
Thanks
Alain G.
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Oct 2025
We are glad you found the location convenient and that overall you were satisfied with your stay. Thank you for sharing feedback on the carpets and lighting, which helps us improve.
This rental was really nice. It was clean, updated furniture, plenty of supplies in kitchen and bathrooms. Perfect location. Literally less than 1/4 mile to shoreline.
Brittany the manager was a pleasant to work with any questions that came up. Which wasn’t much. ( WiFi issue which was resolved in minutes). A real enjoyable stay. Would have extended my stay in this unit if it wasn’t booked. 5 stars. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
DAVID S.
Stayed 25 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2023
Thank you for taking time to leave a review. We really appreciate your feedback and hope to have you as our guest again soon!
Good location. The neighbors were all very friendly. Clean. Short walk to the beach. Easy check in with emails and texts. Toaster needed updated and there were no hot pads and beach supplies needed updated. Get to the community pool early if it is a nice day. Do not forget your pickle ball equipment. The court was always busy. They has club house lunches/ snack twice during the week. We would stay there again.
JD P.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2023
We're glad to hear that you enjoyed your visit! We hope you choose to stay with us again in the future!
We have stayed at Runaway Bay several times, but this is the first time in this specific condo. It's decorated beautifully and has most everything a family would need. We did run into some items that we are used to having, that this specific condo did not. Examples are an iron for our clothes prior to family pictures, a baking sheet, pizza pan, board games, etc. While that's not the owners responsibility most of these condos are occupied by families who would benefit from those additional amenities. The location is perfect and being on the ground level was something new for us, which made things so much easier! I would definitely stay here again and have no complaints that would keep us from doing so. Just some suggestions to make it even better:)
Aussie C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Oct 2025
We are pleased you enjoyed the condo, décor, and location. Thank you for the thoughtful suggestions on additional items, and we are glad you would stay again.
This condo was perfect for my husband and I, plus our 12 and 15 year old boys. The place was decorated so cute, had everything we needed, and the furniture and beds were very comfortable. The location was great, close to the pool, short walk to the beach, very close to shops and restaurants. The check in/out process was super easy. The only small issue I had was the cleaning crew didn't do a great job. They left the sliding back door wide open so it was SO hot when we arrived, and there were chips and popcorn crumbs on the floor, plus a wet cleaning towel on the coffee table. It wasn't worth it to me to complain to the property manager about, I found a vacuum in the closet and cleaned it up myself. The pool closing at 8 pm was also kind of a bummer. Overall though, we had a wonderful stay, and I would consider booking again.
kristin r.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2023
Kristin, thank you so much for your great review. We apologize on behalf of our housekeepers for missing those few items and we are glad that you were still able to enjoy your stay. We hope to see you again soon.
We enjoyed our stay! We have teenage boys that enjoyed the heated pool and tennis courts. The beach was just a short walk away and we spent time there enjoying the sun and the sunsets. We would recommend this property, but do note that you will have to rent beach chairs. We appreciated the time away with our family together!
Elisabet M.
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2023
Thank you for taking time to leave a review. We really appreciate your feedback and hope to have you as our guest again soon!