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Mermaid’s Purse~Private Pool! 40 steps to beach!
Holiday home with private pool, near Bean Point Beach
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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6148.6 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Anna Maria, FL
- Place, Island Players6 min walk
- Place, Anna Maria Island Museum and Historical Park9 min walk
- Place, Bean Point Beach20 min walk
- Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)35 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 5
1 King Bed
Bedroom 6
2 Single Beds
Living Room 3
1 Double Sofa Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 5
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 6
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Mermaid’s Purse~Private Pool! 40 steps to beach!
Summary:
🧜♀️ Mermaid’s Purse is a charming 2BR/2BA north-end retreat just 40 steps from Palmetto Beach—no roads to cross 🌊. Enjoy a private heated pool, dog-friendly comfort, and a prime location less than a 5-minute walk to Pine Avenue’s shops and dining. With a fully equipped kitchen, cozy living space, and free island trolley nearby, this home is perfect for a relaxing Anna Maria Island getaway ☀️🏖️🍹
The Space:
🧜♀️ Mermaid’s Purse – Private Pool | Just Steps to the Beach! 🌊
Only 40 steps to the sand with no roads to cross!
Welcome to Mermaid’s Purse, a charming north-end island retreat perfectly located just two homes from Palmetto Beach and less than a 5-minute walk to Pine Avenue’s shops and restaurants 🏖️🍦. This owner-managed, dog-friendly vacation home features 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a private heated pool—everything you need for a relaxing Anna Maria Island escape.
✨ Island Comfort & Easy Living
Gather with family and friends in the cozy living area to plan your island adventures or relax with your favorite shows 📺. The fully equipped kitchen offers ample counter space and everything needed to prepare delicious island-inspired meals 🍽️. Enjoy quick bites at the kitchen island, morning coffee on the balcony ☕, or al fresco BBQ dinners under the covered patio 🔥.
🛏️ Restful Sleeping Spaces
• Primary Bedroom: King bed & TV—bright, colorful, and relaxing 🌴
• Second Bedroom: Two twin beds & TV with ensuite bath
• Living Area: Queen sleeper sofa for additional guests
After sun-filled beach days, refresh in the modern bathrooms featuring walk-in showers 🚿.
🌴 Outdoor Fun & Prime Location
Spend your days lounging by the sparkling private pool, or take a short stroll to the sugar-white sands of the Gulf to enjoy warm turquoise waters and unforgettable sunsets 🌅. Walk to Pine Avenue for shopping, dining, ice cream, bike rentals, and hop on the free island trolley to explore the island with ease 🚎.
🐬 Make It an Adventure
Book fishing charters, dolphin and manatee tours, kayaking, boating, biking, or golfing—all just minutes away!
🌺 Pack your bags and complete your dream island getaway at Mermaid’s Purse!
Guest Access:
Guests have full access to the entire home, including a private heated pool and a fully fenced backyard—perfect for relaxing, entertaining, and enjoying your own secluded space.
Other Things to Note:
🏖️ Beach-Ready Convenience 🌴
To make your stay effortless, the home is fully stocked with 4 beach chairs, a beach cart, and a beach umbrella, plus all bath towels, beach towels, and linens—just pack your bags and enjoy island time ☀️🐚
🚗 Parking Information
Parking is available for up to 2 vehicles maximum. Please plan ahead and coordinate with your group accordingly.
🌙 Friendly Island Reminder
This home is located in a residential neighborhood. We kindly ask guests to be respectful of our neighbors by keeping noise at a considerate level day and night. Thank you for helping preserve the peaceful island atmosphere 🌺
Interaction with Guests:
If you need anything during your stay, I’m here to help! You can call or text me directly on my cell. I’m available 24/7 to answer questions, offer local tips, or assist with anything that comes up. Your comfort is my priority!
🧜♀️ Mermaid’s Purse is a charming 2BR/2BA north-end retreat just 40 steps from Palmetto Beach—no roads to cross 🌊. Enjoy a private heated pool, dog-friendly comfort, and a prime location less than a 5-minute walk to Pine Avenue’s shops and dining. With a fully equipped kitchen, cozy living space, and free island trolley nearby, this home is perfect for a relaxing Anna Maria Island getaway ☀️🏖️🍹
The Space:
🧜♀️ Mermaid’s Purse – Private Pool | Just Steps to the Beach! 🌊
Only 40 steps to the sand with no roads to cross!
Welcome to Mermaid’s Purse, a charming north-end island retreat perfectly located just two homes from Palmetto Beach and less than a 5-minute walk to Pine Avenue’s shops and restaurants 🏖️🍦. This owner-managed, dog-friendly vacation home features 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a private heated pool—everything you need for a relaxing Anna Maria Island escape.
✨ Island Comfort & Easy Living
Gather with family and friends in the cozy living area to plan your island adventures or relax with your favorite shows 📺. The fully equipped kitchen offers ample counter space and everything needed to prepare delicious island-inspired meals 🍽️. Enjoy quick bites at the kitchen island, morning coffee on the balcony ☕, or al fresco BBQ dinners under the covered patio 🔥.
🛏️ Restful Sleeping Spaces
• Primary Bedroom: King bed & TV—bright, colorful, and relaxing 🌴
• Second Bedroom: Two twin beds & TV with ensuite bath
• Living Area: Queen sleeper sofa for additional guests
After sun-filled beach days, refresh in the modern bathrooms featuring walk-in showers 🚿.
🌴 Outdoor Fun & Prime Location
Spend your days lounging by the sparkling private pool, or take a short stroll to the sugar-white sands of the Gulf to enjoy warm turquoise waters and unforgettable sunsets 🌅. Walk to Pine Avenue for shopping, dining, ice cream, bike rentals, and hop on the free island trolley to explore the island with ease 🚎.
🐬 Make It an Adventure
Book fishing charters, dolphin and manatee tours, kayaking, boating, biking, or golfing—all just minutes away!
🌺 Pack your bags and complete your dream island getaway at Mermaid’s Purse!
Guest Access:
Guests have full access to the entire home, including a private heated pool and a fully fenced backyard—perfect for relaxing, entertaining, and enjoying your own secluded space.
Other Things to Note:
🏖️ Beach-Ready Convenience 🌴
To make your stay effortless, the home is fully stocked with 4 beach chairs, a beach cart, and a beach umbrella, plus all bath towels, beach towels, and linens—just pack your bags and enjoy island time ☀️🐚
🚗 Parking Information
Parking is available for up to 2 vehicles maximum. Please plan ahead and coordinate with your group accordingly.
🌙 Friendly Island Reminder
This home is located in a residential neighborhood. We kindly ask guests to be respectful of our neighbors by keeping noise at a considerate level day and night. Thank you for helping preserve the peaceful island atmosphere 🌺
Interaction with Guests:
If you need anything during your stay, I’m here to help! You can call or text me directly on my cell. I’m available 24/7 to answer questions, offer local tips, or assist with anything that comes up. Your comfort is my priority!
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Thank you for staying at our home! We hope you had the 5-star experience that we strive to provide you! If you plan to leave before 10am, please let us know so we can schedule the cleaners.
There is no need to strip the beds or wash the towels; our cleaning crew will handle that. Loading the dishwasher would be very helpful.
We hope you enjoyed your stay & look forward to hosting you again soon!
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
Long-term renters welcome
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
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 Bean Point Beach and Anna Maria Beach. Fish Hole Adventure Golf and H2O Watersportz are also worth visiting.
Anna Maria, FL
What's nearby
- Palmetto Avenue Beach - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
- Island Players - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
- Anna Maria Island Museum and Historical Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
- Anna Maria City Pier - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
- Bean Point Beach - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Ugly Grouper - 5 min drive
- The Sandbar Restaurant - 5 min walk
- The Waterfront Restaurant - 13 min walk
- Ginny's & Jane E's - 2 min walk
- North Shore Cafe - 7 min walk
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Jennifer Kaleta
My name is Jennifer and I am a mom to 5 kids. I have lived on Anna Maria for the last 20 years! All of the homes are my site are my own homes that I self manage. I love self managing the homes to make sure that you get the ultimate vacation that you are paying for and that you deserve! Whether it is recommendations, questions, or anything that may arise I am personally here for you 24/7.
Why they chose this property
This safe, family-friendly neighborhood offers the best of Anna Maria living. Just 3 blocks away from the famous Pine Avenue, you’ll have easy access to charming shops and restaurants. The beach is only 2 houses away—a quick walk—and the community center is close by, making it the perfect spot for both relaxation and fun. Guests can purchase a day pass to enjoy tennis courts, a playground, gym, basketball, and pickleball courts—fun and fitness for all ages.
Languages:
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