Gulf Shore Retreat: Private Pool managed by Beach Retreats FL Anna Maria Island
NO CANCELLATION FEES: $500 deposit due at time of booking; balance due 60 days prior to arrival Cancel 60+ days before arrival → Full refund (no fees). Cancel within 60 days of arrival → No refund. Cancellations must be made in writing and received by Beach Retreats on or before the 60-day deadline. Once paid, it's non-refundable. Extended stays (over 2 weeks) or bookings over $20,000 → Full payment due 90 days before arrival; once paid, it's non-refundable. Third-party travel insurance purchased through Beach Retreats is non-refundable. For reservations 21+ nights or $20,000+ → 10% deposit due at time of booking. Third party travel insurance cost is due at time of purchase
Written notice is required to cancel a reservation; an email from the address associated with the reservation is acceptable as written notice.
If Guest needs to shorten their stay or change to a different property, the normal cancellation policy applies. No changes are permitted during the stay.
At A Glance
Just a hop, skip and a jump From The Beach Gulf Views Private Heated Pool Contactless Entry Gas BBQ Grill 2 Car Garage Parking for 4 Fully Equipped Kitchen Just under 2000 Sq feet of completely remodeled luxury Two Streets from Pine Ave- The Donut Experiment, The Waterfront, Popos, and all of the unique shops for souvenir searching! On our Professional Linen Service Program Overview
Gulf Shore Retreat
210 Sycamore Avenue
Anna Maria, FL 34216
Gulf Shore Retreat is a stunning four-bedroom, four-bathroom home that comfortably sleeps 8 and can accommodate up to 10 guests. It is located in the city of Anna Maria and is just a few houses from the beach! Take in views of the Gulf waters from the top floor or grab your beach gear and stroll to the turquoise waters of Anna Maria Island and Bean Point. Whether it's sun tanning by the pool or catching an afternoon nap in the breezy, covered patio; the moment you set foot in Gulf Shore Retreat you'll be whisked away to "vacation mode".
📝While most of our properties rent only from Saturday to Saturday, exceptions can be made. Please reach out to us prior to booking if you would like to arrive or depart on alternate dates, or stay for fewer than 7 nights. We would love to host you!
This home has an open floor plan and a massive common area that is flooded with natural light. The kitchen is expansive and features stunning marble countertops and white custom cabinetry, a full suite of stainless-steel appliances, and a massive marble island that includes a breakfast bar. The living room is elegantly decorated and offers access to a large balcony with seating overlooking the pool; both are perfect places to relax together after a day spent in the sun.
All four bedrooms have flat-screen TVs, three of the four bedrooms have private en-suite bathrooms, and all of the bedrooms on the main level have access to their own private balcony! There's nothing better than a vacation with friends and family, but having a little space to chill out in private is also much needed. This house allows for both! Enjoy your friends and family in all the shared areas inside and out. When you need a little down time, simply retreat to your gorgeous, private bed and bathroom to relax and refresh.
The pool area has been designed with vacation in mind and ideally built to take full advantage of the weather in Florida. Getting back from the beach? Rinse off in your private outdoor shower and continue sunbathing on the many poolside lounge chairs. Chill out in your covered outdoor lounge and dining area.
There are so many features that make this home unique! Some of it's most impressive highlight are: additional refrigerator in the garage and a full-sized ice maker. Headed to the beach? No need to grab bags of ice, you can simply fill your cooler in the garage and keep your poolside snacks and beverages at hand in the additional fridge!
We do our rentals from Saturday to Saturday, if you are looking for a stay that is not a 7-night rental or would like to begin your vacation on a day other than Saturday please send us an email to reservations@beachretreatsfl.com as we can sometimes accommodate alternate reservations
We might be only 7 miles long but Anna Maria has everything you could possibly need for your perfect beach vacation. Traveling with a little one? All our homes come with pack & plays and highchairs. Need more? There are several great rental places that have everything from baby gates to golfcarts, and they will drop them right off at your vacation property for you. No need to pack beach towels we provide those for you. Remember we are laid back and on Island time - Flip-flops and shorts are ok for breakfast, lunch and dinner no need to overpack you will most likely be in your cutest bathing suit or bikini anyways. No need to pay the crazy high fees to check all those bags! With Publix, CVS, and Walgreens right on the island you can grab any sunscreen, hair product anything needed, why haul it all with you?
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS:
Primary Bedroom: Main Floor - King Second Bedroom: Main Floor - King Third Bedroom: Top Floor - King Fourth Bedroom: Main Floor - King
BATHROOMS:
Primary En-Suite: Walk-in Shower - Double Vanity – Main Floor Second En-Suite: Walk-in Shower - Single Vanity – Main Floor Third En-Suite: Walk-in Shower - Single Vanity – Top Floor Fourth Bathroom: Walk-in Shower - Single Vanity – Main Floor
Exterior
Not only is this home so close to the beach, but it also has a great north-end location that's easy walking distance to so many of Anna Maria Island's best activities. Take a stroll over to nearby restaurants and shops on Pine Avenue or spend the afternoon fishing at the City Pier.
Our pools are heated during the months of November through April at no additional charge to our guests. We do not heat the pools during the warmer months of May through October. Pools are heated to a temperature of 84 degrees. However, please be aware that even in Southwest Florida we do occasionally get cold spells that can send the temperatures down into the 30's for a few nights in a row. This will cause the pool water temperature to draw down to in the 70's and a pool pump will automatically shut down if the outside temperature gets too cold. When the weather gets warmer and the pumps are able to re-engage, please be mindful that re-heating of the pool back to 84 degrees may take several days depending on the severity of the cold spell. Ultimately, these situations are beyond our control. Other issues such as severe weather conditions, equipment malfunction, temporary loss of use of equipment or amenities due to maintenance purposes or other items do happen from time to time. All of our pools and pool equipment are closely monitored by the pool companies. For your safety, we kindly ask that the controls not be tampered with -most of the systems are locked for this reason. Due to the island's strict 10pm noise ordinance, the pool heaters will not run overnight. Please remember, outdoor spas are not hot tubs. Please be aware that Beach Retreats does not issue refunds based on acts of god. However, please know that in the rare event of pool equipment malfunction during your stay, AMV will do everything in our power to expedite repairs as quickly as possible as we certainly want you to enjoy your heated pool and Florida sunshine to the fullest extent possible!
Amenities
Exterior
Gas Grill • Private Pool • Covered Parking • Garage • Deck / Patio • Outdoor Living Area • Fenced Yard • Outdoor Shower • Balcony
General
New Rental • Luxury • Linen Service
Interior
Free Wi-Fi • Cable/Satellite • Air Conditioning • Washer • Dryer • Dishwasher • Television • Full Kitchen
Proximity
Close to the Gulf • Gulf View
No cancellation fees! Cancel 60+ days before arrival → Full refund Cancel within 60 days → No refund Extended stays & bookings $20,000+ → Full payment 90 days prior, non-refundable $500 deposit due at booking; balance due 60 days prior Third-party travel insurance through Beach Retreats is non-refundable No changes permitted within 60 days of arrival or during stay We highly recommend cancelation insurance 🚗 This home can accommodate up to 3 vehicles
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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
About the area
Anna Maria
Located in Anna Maria, this holiday home is in the city centre and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bradenton Beach and Bean Point Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Fish Hole Adventure Golf, or check out an event or a game at LECOM Park. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and hiking/biking trails nearby.
Anna Maria Island Museum and Historical Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Bean Point Beach - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
Anna Maria Beach - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
Getting around
Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 45 min drive
Restaurants
Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - 8 min drive
The Ugly Grouper - 6 min drive
The Sandbar Restaurant - 6 min walk
The Waterfront Restaurant - 12 min walk
Ginny's & Jane E's - 6 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Does Gulf Shore Retreat: Private Pool managed by Beach Retreats FL Anna Maria Island have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Gulf Shore Retreat: Private Pool managed by Beach Retreats FL Anna Maria Island?
As of 11 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gulf Shore Retreat: Private Pool managed by Beach Retreats FL Anna Maria Island on 28 July 2026 start from AU$1,300, 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 Gulf Shore Retreat: Private Pool managed by Beach Retreats FL Anna Maria Island pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Gulf Shore Retreat: Private Pool managed by Beach Retreats FL Anna Maria Island?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Gulf Shore Retreat: Private Pool managed by Beach Retreats FL Anna Maria Island?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Gulf Shore Retreat: Private Pool managed by Beach Retreats FL Anna Maria Island?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Gulf Shore Retreat: Private Pool managed by Beach Retreats FL Anna Maria Island located?
This family-friendly Anna Maria holiday home is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Bradenton Beach and Bean Point Beach. Palmetto Avenue Beach and Island Players are also within 5 minutes.
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Everything was exactly how it was presented in the listing. The location was perfect for walking to the beach, restaurants, shopping, etc. The home, patios, and pool area were absolutely amazing!
Very easy check inGreat place to stay- Beautiful pool area4clean bathroom& bedrooms
Tony H.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Nov 2025
Hi Tony,
Thank you for taking the time to review our Beach Retreat, Gulf Shore Retreat! We are so happy you found this a great place to stay! We hope to host you again the next time your travels bring you to Anna Maria Island.
Hi Jeff,
Thank you for taking the time to review our Beach Retreat, Gulf Shore Retreat. We are thrilled to hear you enjoyed your stay! We look forward to hosting you the next time your travels bring you to Anna Maria Island!
Hi Elisa,
Thank you for taking the time to review our Beach Retreat, Gulf Shore Retreat! We agree, this is in a great location, one block from the beach, such a short walk. We look forward to hosting you the next time your travels bring you to Anna Maria Island!
AMAZING RENTAL!! Our week long stay at Gulf Shore Retreat was awesome. If you and your family/friends are looking for these items in a rental, please choose this home:- block from the beach- large private pool- great for families with children- updated and spacious- clean and well furnished- includes beach chairs, wagon, umbrella, coolers, beach toys, and towels- garage- large kitchen and kitchen island- close to shopping and dining- attentive management companyOur stay at Gulf Shore Retreat made our AMI trip better than we could have imagined and look forward to staying here again!
Thao B.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Sept 2025
Hi Thao,
Thank you for taking the time to review our Beach Retreat, Gulf Shore Retreat. We are thrilled to hear you found this unit amazing. Thank you so much for the feedback! We look forward to hosting you the next time your travels bring you back to AMI!
Loved all aspects of our stay in this beautiful home.
Britley P.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug 2023
Hi Britley,
Thank you for taking the time to review our Beach Retreat, Gulf Shore Retreat. I am so happy to hear you enjoyed your stay! We look forward to hosting you the next time your travels bring you to Anna Maria Island!
We had a great vacation at this place. Everything super clean and well maintained . Location is a plus, 1 block from the beach. Could not select a better property for our vacation.
florez a.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug 2023
Hi Armando,
Thank you for taking the time to review our Beach Retreat, Gulf Shore Retreat. This property is amazing! I am so happy to hear you enjoyed your stay. It has quite the location to the beach. We look forward to hosting you the next time your travels bring you to Anna Maria Island.
House is great, close to beach, shops, and restaurants. Plenty of room for two families to relax without being constantly on top of one another. Kitchen is well stocked with everything you need for meal prep with plenty of dishes and silverware; there is a second refrigerator and ice machine in the garage which was very helpful. Mattresses are very comfortable. Beach cart and chairs were also included. Pool area is fantastic but needs a little maintenance (a few sinking pavers and a good cleaning of pavers and cushions).Our only complaint has nothing to do with the house but with Anna Maria Island. The place is packed!! Traffic getting on and around the island at any time of day is terrible. A two mile trip to the closest grocery store will take you 30-45 minutes. The beaches are just as crowded. IfLooking for a more laid back, quiet beach trip then this is not the place. We heard a lot of good things about AMI but were disappointed.
The kids enjoyed the backyard, close to beach and Pine ave for morning coffee at the North Shore Cafe. Had everything we needed, including an ice maker and coolers for the beach. Thanks
Dan & Sarah C.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 May 2024
Hi Dan & Sarah,
Thank you for taking the time to review our Beach Retreat, Gulf Shore Retreat! We are thrilled to hear you enjoyed your stay! This home is in a great location, especially if you like all of the shops and restaurants on Pine Ave, as you do not need to be concerned with parking. You can just walk the short two blocks to Pine and head either way! We do hope to host you again the next time your travels bring you to Anna Maria Island.
Loved this property. So close to the beach and restaurants! Love a King bed in each bedroom! House stocked well! Would stay here again. Heated pool very nice!
Wendy M.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Dec 2023
We are thrilled you enjoyed your stay! We would love to host you again on your next trip to Anna Maria Island. Thanks for staying with Beach Retreats Vacation Rentals.
Cannot say enough good about this place. Perfect location, amazing house and great communication!
natalie w.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Dec 2023
Hi Natalie,
Thank you for taking the time to review our Beach Retreat, Gulf Shore Retreat. We are thrilled to hear you enjoyed your stay! We agree, this is a great house, with a great outdoor area for mingling with your family. We look forward to hosting you the next time your travels bring you to Anna Maria Island!
The house was prefect for our needs! Plenty of room and well stocked to cook. The private pool was a hit with kids and grandkids!
Christa H.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Sept 2023
Hi Christa,
Thank you for taking the time to review our Beach Retreat, Gulf Shore Retreat. We are thrilled to hear you enjoyed your stay! This backyard area is great and a great place for families. We do hope to host you the next time your travels bring you to Anna Maria Island.
This was our second year out here this time of year and we thought the place we stayed last time was nice but this blew it out of the water. Very beautiful house that was very homey and we hated to leave. Thank you!!
Lisa S.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Dec 2023
We are thrilled that you enjoyed your stay at Gulf Shore Reteat and would love to host you again! We hope you'll stay with Beach Retreats Vacation Rentals every time you're on Anna Maria Island!
Excellent location in the best area of Anna Maria Island. Short easy walk to the beach and restaurants around. Beautiful property…Everything is new and works the way it should… just flawless. The huge ice maker is a big bonus!!!
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug 2023
Hello,
Thank you so much for taking the time to review our property, Gulf Shore Retreat. This home is new to our inventory, I am so glad to hear you enjoyed your stay! We do hope you chose to stay with us again in the future.
Overall, we really enjoyed our stay here! There were so many wonderful amenities of the property. We loved the private pool in the backyard with plenty of shade. The massive island in the kitchen was amazing for gathering around for family dinners. The unit was clean and the furnishings had a coastal theme throughout! Just a wonderful place to stay. Less then a block from the Gulf of Mexico, we loved this place and can't wait to come back!
Jason P.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Dec 2023
Hi Jason,
Thank you for taking the time to review our Beach Retreat, Gulf Shore Retreat. We are thrilled to hear you enjoyed your stay. This backyard area is one of our favorites, plenty of seating, plus shade for the whole family. We look forward to hosting you the next time your travels bring you to Anna Maria Island.
We loved it! House was perfect size and pool area is phenomenal. Kitchen very well appointed for a rental. Loved it!
Would have loved more pool towels. Since it said the house had some, we brought none. They go quick with kids!
Courtney D.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug 2023
Hi Courtney,
Thank you for taking the time to review our Beach Retreat, Gulf Shore Retreat. We are thrilled to hear you enjoyed your stay. We strive to go above and beyond. We would have brought up some more towels! We look forward to hosting you the next time your travels bring you to Anna Maria Island.
House was clean and spacious. Pool very nice. Great location. TV network never worked. Mgmt was responsive but they couldn't fix TV either. I'd stay there again.
John O.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug 2023
Hi John,
Thank you for taking the time to review our Beach Retreat, Gulf Shore Retreat. We are thrilled to hear you enjoyed your stay. I am sorry to hear we were not able to fix the TV for you. We look forward to host you the next time your travels bring you to Anna Maria Island.
Gorgeous home and pool. Everything was very clean, modern, fresh looking. Property was very clean upon check in. Nicely furnished. Beds comfortable. Giant TVs all bedrooms and familyroom. Kitchen really well equipped with flatware, cookware, utensils, small appliances. Two fridges and commercial icemaker super nice. About one minute walk to beach directly at end of Sycamore (162 steps to be exact). Tons of beach chairs, beach wagon, umbrellas, two coolers, even some kids toys. Pretty easy walk to Pine Drive and Palm Drive shops/food
Only one negative: voracious mosquitos at night in pool area. Unfortunately part of nature, but property could use commercially sprayed or more outdoor fans.
Verified traveller
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2023
We are thrilled you enjoyed your stay and we would wecome you back any time! Thanks for choosing Beach Retreats Vacation Rentals while on Anna Maria Island
Fantastic location for young kids. Less than a 2 minute walk to the beach. Quiet road and neighborhood. Fantastic outdoor space. House was clean and fully stocked! Would definitely return!
Tiffany K.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jan 2023
Hi Tiffany,
Thank you for taking the time to review our property, Gulf Shore Retreat. I am so glad to hear you found the home fully stocked and it had a fantastic outdoor space. We look forward to hosting you the next time your travels bring you to Anna Maria Island!
Verified
2/10 Terrible
Shawn L.
20 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Shawn L.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
About the host
Hosted by Beach Retreats
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Being a boutique rental agency, we are able to hand pick the exact homes we wanted in our portfolio. We offer high-end, luxury vacation rentals which beckon the best clientele. We have chosen homes to suit all group sizes and specifications without compromising the highest standards that we hold ourselves to. Being this discerning has earned us the trust of many vacationers who have come back year after year. We are happy to help our guests with whatever they need before, during and after their stay.
Unlike some of the larger rental agencies, we know each and every property inside and out. We know all of the sleeping, eating and playing arrangements of each property and can answer any questions our guests have.
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