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Perfect Anna Maria-20% off Aug/Sep 3 blocks to sugar sand beach. Heated pool.

Waterfront holiday home with private pool and kitchen

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 5111.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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  • Place, Bean Point Beach
  • Place, Anna Maria Beach
  • Place, Anna Maria City Pier
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Perfect Anna Maria-20% off Aug/Sep 3 blocks to sugar sand beach. Heated pool.

3 short blocks to the sugar sand beaches of the Gulf of Mexico and 5 blocks to Tampa Bay. This traditional Florida home is on a canal, with bikes and kayaks for your recreational use. 2 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, living room, kitchen and traditional Florida room overlooking a large patio and pool and our dock on the canal. We also have a screened porch for relaxing on warm sunny afternoons, or you could grab your morning cup of coffee and sit out on the dock and watch the fish jump. The perfect place to relax; lots of wildlife, beautiful beaches and a quiet neighborhood with friendly, helpful neighbors.
There are a local corner store, Post Office, bar, restaurants & shops within walking distance. You can take the free trolley around the island, to the supermarket, library and more shops and restaurants. Para-sailing, motor scooter rentals, kayaking, biking, and above all swimming in the beautiful Gulf of Mexico, make this an ideal location. Attractions off the island include the Asolo Florida State Theater, Mote Marine Laboratory, Selby Botanical Gardens and upscale shopping at Saint Armand's Key. There are also several natural preserves nearby for walking and observing nature. Please note: ours is a "green" house where we use unscented products including soap and laundry detergent. We try to provide this for all guests, however, should we run out, please buy only unscented products usually called "free and clear" or unscented for use in the house. Thank you.

Keywords: bungalo, cottage, casita, water front

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds, gather used towels and store extra beds
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
HONOR THE 10AM CHECK OUT TIME The housekeeping staff arrives at 10am to prepare the house for the next guests. ON DEMAND SERVICES Make sure you have logged out of all apps on the TVs (if applicable).
RETURN ITEMS TO THEIR PLACE: Return all furniture and décor that was moved during your stay to its original locations, including outdoor furniture.
GARBAGE & LEFTOVER FOOD You may leave unused food/drinks in the kitchen. PLEASE DISCARD ALL RESTAURANT LEFTOVERS. This is a private home. Thank you for respecting our property.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Anna Maria

Located in Anna Maria, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bean Point Beach and Anna Maria Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Fish Hole Adventure Golf and H2O Watersportz. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Anna Maria, FL

What's nearby

  • Bean Point Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Anna Maria Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Anna Maria Island Museum and Historical Park - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Anna Maria City Pier - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Bradenton Beach - 4 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Ugly Grouper - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Sandbar Restaurant - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Waterfront Restaurant - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Ginny's & Jane E's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪North Shore Cafe - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Perfect Anna Maria-20% off Aug/Sep 3 blocks to sugar sand beach. Heated pool. have a pool?

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

Is Perfect Anna Maria-20% off Aug/Sep 3 blocks to sugar sand beach. Heated pool. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Perfect Anna Maria-20% off Aug/Sep 3 blocks to sugar sand beach. Heated pool. ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Perfect Anna Maria-20% off Aug/Sep 3 blocks to sugar sand beach. Heated pool. ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Perfect Anna Maria-20% off Aug/Sep 3 blocks to sugar sand beach. Heated pool. located?

This family-friendly Anna Maria holiday home is located on the waterfront, within a 10-minute walk of Bean Point Beach and Anna Maria Beach. Palmetto Avenue Beach and Bayfront Park are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 109 out of 116 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 116 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 116 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 116 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julie V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible. The house was immaculate and had everything we needed for our vacation. We had a slight issue and the property manager was at our door within moments. Already booking our next trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our first time to Anna Maria Island and it was amazing! The house was perfect for our little family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ella B.

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

Came back a second year!

We just take one vacation a year and we had such a good experience with this place at AMI that we came back for a second year! The best thing about this place for us is that it’s fragrance free. No scented plug ins and they washed the towels and bedding in fragrance free soap. It’s in walking distance from the best beach! We watched the sunset every night. The pool is amazing! We enjoyed kayaking in the canal. Things seem pretty fixed up after the hurricane here. Thank you again! We love this place!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin T.

Perfect Getaway...

Everything about this cottage is as advertised... simple, beautiful, quiet, the perfect place for rest & relaxation. Can't wait to visit again!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

kristen o.

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

Beach Paradise

Cleanliness and amenities were top notch. Great location! Pool was fabulous. We love the north end of the island, and it was just a short bike ride away from our fav beach spot. Definitely a great house and would recommend to families wanting a relaxing vacay on AMI!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aphrodite Z.

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

Perfect Anna Maria getaway

This property is on a beautiful quiet street on the north side, near the best beaches on the island. We had everything we needed and enjoyed the extras — bikes, kayak, and pool/beach toys for the kids. Thank you so much for a wonderful place to stay for our vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Adam O.

Everything was perfect.

The property is amazing. Perfect location, perfect size, great amenities, we couldn't ask for anything better.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jessica K.

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

Loved our stay!

It was our first time in AMI. This was the perfect house for us. We LOVED having the pool just feet away from us. We had a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica P.

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

Fall Break Vacation 2021-October

We had a wonderful time. The house was cozy, and we loved the pool and dock on the bay. We will be back, definitely one of our favorite vacations.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary T., Boston, MA

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

Simply Perfect

My husband and I enjoyed a restful week at Simplicity Cottage. Perfect location three short blocks to the beach, spotlessly clean, well stocked with everything we needed. The pool is great and the kayak and dock are wonderful. We’d love to come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

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

Dreamy

Absolutely magical. You will want for nothing at this property and the location is the best on the island! Within a short walking distance you can enjoy either the beach side or Bayside. Thanks Margaret and Jim!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

Lovely Cottage Home

Such a beautiful cottage right on a canal with kayak and close to the gorgeous beach. My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our two week vacation on Anna Maria Island. The weather could not have been more perfect. Such quaint unique shops and restaurants. Can't wait to return to this piece of paradise! Highly recommend Simplicity Cottage!
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie W.

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

Great place and great location!

The house and pool were perfect! Very clean. The location was great! It was nice to be within walking distance to the beach but tucked away from traffic etc. and nice to enjoy the dock on the canal. Jim was quick to resolve a Wi-Fi login issue within minutes of me emailing him. Great hosts! Would recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica L., Oxford

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

AMI life

The house was wonderful and in a great location. Easy check in/out process. Dock fit our boat great 23’ boat however you have to go under a bridge to get to gulf, our boat has a t-top and you can only make it under during low tide.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frank T.

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

Highly recommended

Enjoyed our stay (despite hurricane threat!) and the house provided everything we needed. House is clean, beds are comfortable, aircon cold, and just a short walk to best beach on island - who needs more ! Outside, the garden has shade, the good sized pool is clean and we saw Manatee and all sort of other wildlife from the dock. Our stay was interrupted by hurricane Idalia, but the owners kindly provided use of a condo a few miles inland until It passed. Fortunately the house, and AMI generally, wasn’t affected so we could resume our holiday. We have stayed on AMI many times and this house is in the perfect location - a quiet area, away from the crowds, and beach visits without parking issues.
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ella B.

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

Amazing vacation! We are so thankful!

This house was GREAT! We used the kitchen to cook meals, grilled fish by the pool, biked around the island, kayaked in the canals, made smoothies with fruit from the farmers market! We were very thankful to find this house as we are chemically sensitive and don’t like plug ins and air fresheners and this place did not have those. The owners were great when we asked about a fishing pole, they went above and beyond. If I were to do it again, I think we wouldn’t have gotten a rental car and gotten a ride from the airport instead to save money because we left the car parked the whole trip I made memories with my parents and husband that I’ll treasure forever. I really hope we can come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alisa P.

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

Beautiful location!

We are a young family with kids 7, 9. The kids played pretty much lived in the pool the entire trip. The pool was heated to a warm 84° which made for a nice dip, day or night- even for the adults!! The pool is completely private from neighbors and walks out to your very own canal. The boys fished out on the canal every day. Didn't catch much from dock but alot from kayak that is provided. The house is located on a dead end which made for a nice relatively quiet street. Great neighbors too! The house was clean but definitely in need of some new furniture. The living room couch is dirty and in disrepair. We threw a blanket over it before sitting on it. Sounds like this couch has been on order for quite sometime according to other reviews that go back to 2020. The only other cleanliness updating that would make the house feel better would be the carpet in the bedrooms. The carpet was stained and frankly gross! The kids mentioned it right away...that's when you know it's bad. We gave this house a 5 star for location. The home is super cute and for the price did the job. If the owners did some furniture updating (cleanliness) indoor and outdoor we would definitely stay here again- we will be looking out for updated pics with the new furniture!! Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and pool. Wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful time our family spent on the vacation. Close to beach access and for the days we wanted to chillAfter the beach the pool was just as great.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our 4th year staying at this home and we love everything about it! We were a little nervous about staying after the 2 hurricanes that caused so much damage on the island but the house as well as the island was better than we expected.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily C.

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

Wonderful trip!

We had a great time. This home is wonderful! We especially love the canal and the pool!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie V.

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

Wonderful Stay!

We enjoyed being right on the canal (dolphins came through our first day!) and having our own pool while still being a close walk to the beach. The house was clean and the perfect size for our small family, the neighborhood was quiet, and the property owners were so nice and quick to answer any questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! Very short walk to the beach. House was stocked with beach towels, all kitchen necessities, beach and pool toys as well. The brand new appliances (washer/dryer/microwave) were great. Dock on the canal was nice and my kids fished during the week. Pool was a good size and it was nice that the house and pool were all one level. We do wish the furniture was more comfortable. Specifically the tv room sofa and primary room bed. TV’s in each room would also be nice for relaxing after a long pool day before bed. Overall, a nice house with very good location. Property managers are quick to respond to any needs. Check in was very easy as well.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ralf O.

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

PERFECT !!!

One word is enough to say everything :WONDEFUL !!!!!!
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy L.

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

Perfect Vacation Stay

This home was perfect for our family getaway to Anna Maria. It is clean, close to the beach and the pool with the view of the canal was wonderful. Margeret and Jim were quick to respond to any communication prior to our arrival as well as during our stay. Would definitely stay again! Delightful :)
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

About the host

Hosted by Margaret Hudgings

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Jim is a Florida native who vacationed on Anna Maria Island as a child. His grandparents built a cottage here in 1941, having originally come over to the island in the early 1920's by steam ship! Margaret and Jim met in the 3rd grade, married after college and have 3 grown children--Graham, Ian and Meg--and 5 grandchildren. All of us love this island. Our main residence is in West Chester, PA, in an 1876 Victorian town house. Jim is a mechanical engineer who taught at a community college, and Margaret worked as a school psychologist in an independent school. We have hosted many international students in our home and been involved in exchange programs around the world and especially in Japan and the UK. We are retired and are enjoying time with family and lots of travel. On our last trip abroad, we visited Germany, the Czech Republic and Switzerland.

Why they chose this property

We bought this property in 1981 because of Jim's family connection here and because it is simply the most beautiful beach spot in the world. We knew we wanted to spend time here in retirement and felt we needed to buy early. In December 2011 we completed a renovation of the property, adding a large salt water pool, a screened porch and extra half bath near the pool--and created a totally new 'old' look with a peaked metal roof and 1930s look furnishings. We also added lots of insulation for summer and winter comfort and Florida native landscaping with palms and wild flowers. The location is ideal --a couple blocks from beach and bay, on a wide canal which is like a lake. Iris Street is a cul de sac --so not much traffic and wonderful neighbors.

What makes this property unique

We chose this property for location, location and location. The proximity to the gulf beach, the canal with dock and jumping fish, the lack of traffic--and all on the quiet north end of the island and yet close to unique shops and good restaurants--especially the Sand Bar where you can eat--on the beach. (See one of our photos.)

Languages:

English, French, German, Spanish, Japanese