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Fun in the Sun Gulf front, steps to the sand, 4-bed with spectacular views!

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The beach is just steps away
Look at this beautiful beach right out your front door
Gulf Views from almost every room
Dining area with seating for 6
Bedroom 1 on the Ground level with Queen bed

Reviews

9.4 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8165.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Garage parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer/dryer
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Anna Maria, FL
  • Place, Bradenton Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Island Players
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Anna Maria Island Museum and Historical Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed and 1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Fun in the Sun Gulf front, steps to the sand, 4-bed with spectacular views!

Recently Updated Vintage Island Beach Front home has 4 sleeping rooms and 2 bathrooms. Enjoy the charm of yesterday in this great family beach house located between Palm and Magnolia Avenues. Excellent Gulf views, steps to beautiful, white sandy beaches. Centrally located in the City of Anna Maria walking distance to many great Restaurants and Shops.  This home includes a washer/dryer, dishwasher, several flat screen TV's, outside shower.  There are 2 bedrooms on the ground floor each with a Queen size bed. There is a bathroom with tub/shower combo on the ground level as well.   Upstairs in the loft that faces the beach (3rd bedroom) there is a King Bed and 2 twin beds. The 4th bedroom located upstairs has 2 Twin beds. The 2nd bathroom is located upstairs and has a shower.

Non-Smoking Unit.      Wi-Fi and free long-distance calling in the U.S.

PET POLICY INFORMATION

There is a minimum $150 taxable pet fee per dog.
All pets require approval after booking. Non-aggressive breeds only.
*Be sure to indicate you have a pet, where you enter the number of guests.*

If approved, the fee will be added, and we'll confirm the new total with you before charging your card.

Finally, a quick reminder of our pet rules:
- Pets are not allowed on the furniture.
- The yard must be kept clean of waste.
- Excessive hair must be cleaned up prior to departure.

Please note: The City of Anna Maria rental regulations state that rental homes can only have a maximum occupancy of 8 guests.

For a little extra space or those who like more privacy, a studio suite is located above the garage and may be added with an additional fee. This apartment has a Queen bed, kitchenette, full bathroom, SmartTV, and WiFi.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Pets must be approved. $150 taxable pet fee/pet.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Anna Maria

Located in Anna Maria, this holiday home is on 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 horse riding and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Anna Maria, FL

What's nearby

  • Bradenton Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Palmetto Avenue Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Island Players - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Anna Maria Island Museum and Historical Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Bean Point Beach - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Ugly Grouper - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Sandbar Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Waterfront Restaurant - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Ginny's & Jane E's - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Fun in the Sun Gulf front, steps to the sand, 4-bed with spectacular views! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Fun in the Sun Gulf front, steps to the sand, 4-bed with spectacular views!?

As of 25 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fun in the Sun Gulf front, steps to the sand, 4-bed with spectacular views! on 25 July 2026 start from AU$934, 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 Fun in the Sun Gulf front, steps to the sand, 4-bed with spectacular views!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Fun in the Sun Gulf front, steps to the sand, 4-bed with spectacular views!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fun in the Sun Gulf front, steps to the sand, 4-bed with spectacular views!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Fun in the Sun Gulf front, steps to the sand, 4-bed with spectacular views! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Anna Maria holiday home is just steps away from Palmetto Avenue Beach and Bradenton Beach. Bean Point Beach and Anna Maria Beach 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.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Steven H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good location for the beach. Heavy traffic into stores. Property clean and organized. Minor ant problems.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Apr 2026
Thank you for your feedback. We're glad you enjoyed the location and found the property clean. We're sorry about the ants and will address the issue promptly. Please know that we are happy to address any issues during your stay so feel free to reach out. Thank you for staying with us!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and views. Home was immaculate; had a black out, someone was knocking on door wishing 15 minutes. Looking forward to next year
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jan 2026
Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We're glad you enjoyed your stay and the views. We apologize for any inconvenience during the blackout. We look forward to welcoming you back next year.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marisabel C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! Home was cozy, clean and had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Sept 2025
Thank you for your kind review! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed your stay and found our location convenient. We strive to provide a cozy, clean, and well-equipped home for all our guests. We hope to welcome you again soon.
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10/10 Excellent

Denise C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything about this place was great. Right across from the beach with a beautiful sunset that shine in through the windows. The location to shops and restaurants within walking distance was top notch. And let me just tell you about how comfortable the beds are, we all slept great! Definitely enough room for everyone to gather around in the kitchen in the living room and the back patio set. We had a fabulous vacation and can’t wait to do it again.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Dec 2025
Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed your stay and the beautiful sunsets. We're glad the location and comfort met your expectations. We look forward to welcoming you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pablo M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, excellent communication with the hostess, the house has all that you need, cleanliness, amazing beach view. Great choice!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Sept 2025
Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed our location, communication, and amenities. We strive to provide a clean, comfortable stay with stunning views. We hope to welcome you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

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

Fun in the Sun

We had a wonderful time at Fun in the Sun! The location exceeded our expectations. The house was comfortable for our family of seven. The kitchen was well equipped for meal preparations. The outdoor showers and beach supplies were icing on the cake! Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Aug 2025
Thank you so much for the wonderful review of your stay at Fun in the Sun. We are thrilled to hear that the location, house, and amenities exceeded your expectations and that your family of seven had a comfortable and enjoyable time. Your feedback is greatly appreciated, and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
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10/10 Excellent

Allison B.

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

beautiful cottage in the heart of Anna Maria

accurate listing, beautiful home, steps from the beach and walkable downtown Anna Maria Island shops....will definitely be back
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Mar 2024
Thank you for your review, Brian! We are happy to hear that you enjoyed the property and the listing info was accurate and the home was beautiful. Thank you for sharing the details about the location. We look forward to your next visit!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason L.

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

Excellent home and location

Really enjoyed this very open and bright home. Beach access was great and beach is beautiful
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2023
The abundant natural lighting that comes in through the windows is so refreshing! We're so glad that you enjoyed the property and its (very) close proximity to the beach. We hope to see you again soon!
Verified

8/10 Good

Melanie L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Location, Location, Location

Close to all of the things you want to see
Stayed 15 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug 2024
Thank you for your review. We appreciate your feedback and glad to hear that the experience met your expectations. Providing a delightful and helpful experience for users is of utmost importance to us.
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10/10 Excellent

Paulette C.

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

Great girls’ trip

Charming older home right on the beach! Walking distance to several restaurants made our girls’ trip perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 June 2022
We're so pleased to hear that the accessibility of this location led to a successful and fun girls' trip! We hope to host you all again soon for another trip. :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melanie L.

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

Location, Location, Location

Fun place
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2023
Glad to hear that you enjoyed the property and its amazing location! We hope to assist you again soon with a future visit.
Verified

8/10 Good

Michele R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The view was amazing. We loved it.

The only thing this property needs is a pool
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Sept 2022
We are so glad you loved the property! Maybe some day there will be a pool but for now the beautiful waters of the Gulf of Mexico are right out your door. We look forward to your next visit!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marieta R.

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

Best location in town!

Here you will find everything you need for a perfect family vacation. The location right across the beach is what we liked the most. The house has everything you need, several beds and the kitchen is fully equipped with all you need to prepare your meals. The beach is quiet, clean and warm at all times; and the sunset views are simply amazing.We will love to come back to this place very soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

A W.

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

Beautiful place with gorgeous views

This is an awesome house. A blend of remodeled with modern amenities and old Florida style, especially in the upper level. Beds were comfy. The views from the large windows in the upstairs bedroom and the downstairs living room are amazing! Walk out your door and across a tiny, sparsely trafficked street, and you are on the beach! Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Sept 2024
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! I'm delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay in our house and that the blend of modern amenities and old Florida style was to your liking. The views from the large windows are truly breathtaking, and the convenience of being just steps away from the beach is a real treat. I'm glad you found the beds comfortable and that you would consider staying with us again. Your feedback is greatly appreciated, and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon A.

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

Family Thanksgiving vacation

We all drove down to spend the week at the beach. It was the perfect beach house. 30 step and you are on the beach. The island has so many cute shops and great restaurants. You can walk to most of them. Best family vacation ever, we will be back. Everyone absolutely loved it.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Nov 2023
Thank you for your review, Sharon! We are so happy that your family loved their stay and was the best vacation ever!!! Thank you for mentioning the location which is convenient to a lot of great shops and restaurants. We look forward to your next visit!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kara T.

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

Perfect location

This was our 4th visit to Anna Maria Island in the past 6 years and we always stay on this street. To me, it is simply the best place to be. This was our first time renting this house and I have to say I absolutely loved it. The old cottage charm is just what we are looking for when visiting the island. You are in walking distance to many great restaurants and shops, and of course most importantly you can take in the beautiful views of the Gulf every hour of the day. We loved it. I would definitely recommend a stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Dec 2023
Thank you for your review, Kara!! We are so happy to hear that the location and cottage were perfect for your stay. Thank you for providing details about the cottage and your recommendation to others. We look forward to your next visit!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristin K.

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

Christmas on the Beach

We had a beautiful week stay with our family at this cute and well provisioned house. Our adult kids stayed in the house, and my husband and I stayed in the little apt. above the garage. We spent Christmas Eve on the beach, had many great family walks and meals in the kitchen. It was easy to walk to town, but still felt pretty private.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jan 2024
Thank you for choosing to stay with us for your vacation on Anna Maria Island. We hope you had a wonderful stay and we look forward to seeing you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben R.

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

Fall Break 2023

This was a last minute beach trip and this home was perfect for us. Whole house to ourselves. No buildings or major roadways between our front door and the beach. Although an older home, this reminded us of grandma's house, very comfortable, a little remodeling has brought the kitchen up to date and there is lots of room for a large family. Plenty of parking in the driveway. Beach toys, chairs, and a wagon on site was very handy. Restaurants only a block away.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Nov 2023
Thank you for your review, Ben! We are happy to hear that your last-minute trip to the Island for your fall break was perfect! Thank you for sharing your comments about the house. We are glad the home and amenities worked out well for your stay. We hope you can visit again!
Verified

8/10 Good

Heather B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

Best part of the property is the location. Cottage is a good way to discribe this property. Our party consisted of 2 families with 5 teenagers. The apartment above the garage was a must for the 3 teenager girls especially due to the bathroom situation. Biggest con of this property is the upstairs bathroom. Would have loved pool :) Communication from property management was excellent. Property is in an excellent location. Overall rate this property 4,5.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Apr 2024
Thank you for your review, Heather. We are happy to hear that you enjoyed the location and that the cottage worked out well for your family. We hope you will consider AMI on your next visit.
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Nice vacation overall

Location on the isalnd itself was great. It was steps to beach as advertised, but it was right across the street from a public drop off pick up strip so lots of foot traffic and commotion during daytime hours. Outside of home nice, 1st floor very nice, 2nd floor was a bit outdated, small, and had some termite issues. Fran Maxon real estate was great to deal with. Overall a plesant and fun stay, but for the fee paid i expected a little more from the interior of the home.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2024
Thank you for your review, Michael. We are happy the location was great and you enjoyed the house. We are sorry to hear about the foot traffic--March is our busiest time of year and even though there is no parking allowed on the street it appears beachgoers are using the street to drop off their beach gear. We will relay your comments about the house. The cottage is historic and the property owners have owned the property a long time. Each year they make improvements when the budget allows. Despite these issues we hope you will consider visiting Fun in the Sun again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debra G.

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

Red tide

This is a lovely home in a great location. The beach is clean and beautiful. BUT I highly doubt I will visit the gulf coast again. The last two days of our trip you literally could not breathe outside due to Red Tide. I thought that had we come one week later, we would have wasted thousands of dollars for nothing. Wonderful area but can’t afford the risk.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Cindy C.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Beautiful spot, lovely sunsets and great beach.

The house was large and spacious but lacked a few specifics. It could benefit from a good cleaning as there was dust, dead bugs in the window sills, kitchen cabinets had dirt/ food in them and mold in the upstairs shower and curtain which needs to be replaced immediately. We were invaded by ants on the first day as well. The upstairs bedrooms could use a coat of white paint as well. Overall and perfect spot and easy to relax in.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Oct 2022
Cindy- Happy to hear that you loved the location of this longtime Island beach front cottage. It is the perfect spot for much-needed relaxation. Thank you for your feedback regarding the cleaning -we will address these issues and schedule the property for a deep clean as it is a very busy vacation property and sure that it needs some extra attention this time of year. We hope you will visit again soon!
Verified

8/10 Good

Anamarie H.

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

House on the beach

The location is perfect, right across from the beach. The sand is beautiful and white and the water is calm and clean. The house is old, they renovated recently the downstairs but upstairs feels like an attic that was cleaned out and beds were put there. Everything is old, beds, furniture... Downstairs looks decent and nice. Kitchen has everything needed, although we did wash all the utensils and plates before using because they were not very clean. There are beach towels provided and there are some beach gear in the garage, but we did not use. The washer and dryer are also in the garage but there is no laundry pods or detergent. There are no shampoo, conditioner, body wash or soap. Had to buy everything which was a waste, cause we okay stayed for a few nights. Communication was so-so. First day I messaged them and they got back to me the second day. Never answered the question about the soap. there are 2 separate AC systems but they need to be cleaned out because everyone who stayed upstairs got their noses stuffed, probably an allergen. The view from upstairs is breathtaking tho! Can't dispute that. We stayed end of October 2023 and the house next door was renovating so there was construction and banging all day. And these houses are thin so you can hear everything loudly. But of your goal is to be on the beach all day everyday than that won't bother you. Overall, I would stay there again, but make sure I bring soap and all that plus laundry detergent :)
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Nov 2023
Thank you for your review Annamarie. We are happy to hear that you enjoyed the location and beach and that you would return to this property again. The views are amazing and the Sunsets are spectacular! We do send out 2 emails prior to arrival with a list of the starter supplies. You are correct- the starter supplies do not include shampoo, conditioner or body wash. I am sorry to hear that you did not have laundry pods included in your starter supply. I do see in our communication trail that you contacted the office via text message on a no-reply text communication from us after hours on Saturday. I see that we got back to you on Sunday with information. We will investigate your comments and relay them to the property owner as well. We are sorry to hear that there was work being done next door to the property---unfortunately, there is lots of rehab and new construction going on all over the Island. This is temporary and hopefully it will be done soon. We hope you can visit again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maureen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach stay

It was steps away from the ocean. Loved that part
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Feb 2022
Sorry for the late reply Maureen! You can’t beat the sound of ocean waves when you’re waking up, so happy you had a relaxing time!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Shirley C.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Location Good, Property Needs Improvement

Landscaping overgrown and outside simply not attended to. Indoor cleaning and tidiness needs to be addressed. Two bathrooms both had mildewed shower curtains. Will not stay again nor recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

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