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Cozy 1 bedroom 1 bathroom apartment cottage only a short distance from the beach

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Front of the home with green lawn and tropical landscaping
Bright living room with sofa, coffee table, and windows with natural light
Open living space with sofa, wall-mounted TV, and view of kitchen beyond
Combined living room with sofa and dining counter with bar stools and mounted TV
Comfortable living area with sofa, wall-mounted AC unit, and door to exterior

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Garden

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

One Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

One Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cozy 1 bedroom 1 bathroom apartment cottage only a short distance from the beach

Welcome to our cozy 1 bedroom 1 bath vacation rental on Anna Maria Island, Florida! This charming and inviting retreat is the perfect place to enjoy a relaxing beach getaway. Step inside and you'll find a beautifully furnished living room with comfortable seating, a flat-screen TV, and plenty of natural light. The adjacent kitchen is fully equipped with everything you need to prepare meals during your stay, including a refrigerator, stove, microwave, dishwasher, and plenty of counter space. Relaxing and meals can be enjoyed in the dinning and seating area. One great feature of this property is the location! The soft sands of the Gulf of Mexico beaches are only a very short distance away.

The bedroom features a king sized bed in the master bedroom. There is also a queen-sized air mattress available for you or additional guest. The modern style bathroom is elegant in every way including an open shower tiled from the floor to the ceiling with a detachable shower head.

Our vacation rental is just a short walk away from the stunning white sand beaches of Anna Maria Island. Spend your days swimming, sunbathing, and building sandcastles with your loved ones. You'll also find plenty of restaurants, shops, and attractions nearby, making this the perfect location for your next vacation.
Book your stay today and experience the beauty and charm of Anna Maria Island from the comfort of our lovely vacation rental!

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About the area

Bradenton Beach

Located in Bradenton Beach, this apartment is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Coquina Beach and Longboat Key Beaches. Fish Hole Adventure Golf and H2O Watersportz are also worth visiting. Jet skiing, scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Anna Maria Sound - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Bradenton Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Aluna Wellness Center & Spa - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Historic Bridge Street Pier - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Cortez Beach - 4 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Anna Maria Oyster Bar on the Pier - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Daquiri Deck Bradenton Beach - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Beach House Waterfront Restaurant - ‬17 min walk

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

7.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Dan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Very Convenient Location, We could walk to the beach and out to eat
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Apr 2026
Thank you, Dan! We're so glad Starfish Oceanside in Bradenton Beach put you within easy walking distance of both the beach and the local restaurants — that's one of our favorite things about the location too. We'd love to host you again next time you're on Anna Maria Island!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a great property for a couple. The place was very clean and the bed was comfortable. The beach was about a 3 block walk. We enjoyed walking the beach to breakfast every morning and viewing beautiful sunsets. The area was quiet. The unit has limited cooking facilities, but we were fine with that! A washer and dryer is available if needed. If you are okay with walking to the beach this is an excellent option.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Apr 2026
Thank you, Diane! We're so glad Starfish Oceanside in Bradenton Beach was a great fit for the two of you. Morning beach walks to breakfast and Gulf Coast sunsets are exactly what this little spot is made for. We'd love to welcome you back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yes, host was welcoming. I enjoyed the quietness & close proximity to the beach. It was nice & clean, bed was comfortable & shower was good. I will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Dec 2025
Thank you, Charlotte, for your lovely review of Starfish Oceanside! We're delighted that you enjoyed the quiet setting, the close proximity to the beach, and found the space clean with a comfortable bed and great shower. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we look forward to welcoming you back to Starfish Oceanside again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Faye P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay and the location to the beach—very walkable distance. The unit was very clean and seemed to be newly remodeled. Bed was very large and comfortable. It was not equipped with a stove, microwave, or dishwasher as stated. This wasn’t a problem for us, as we didn’t cook meals at the cottage. I would recommend this rental to friends and would stay again!!
Living room and kitchen area
Entry to our side of the rental
Street view
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Elizabeth B.

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
The host was very communicative and checked in regularly during our stay to see if we needed anything, which we appreciated. The location was also convenient to our stay, less than a block away from the beach, and close to the Anna Maria Island Trolley stops which we used frequently during our stay.That said, there were a couple of things that caught us off guard. We weren’t aware ahead of time that the unit is attached to another space which affected the sense of privacy, as you could clearly hear conversations happening next door. It might be helpful for this to be more clearly stated in the listing. We also encountered a couple of cockroaches during our stay. I understand this can be common in the area, as the host mentioned, but it was still uncomfortable and worth noting for future guests. The host did mention that the property is on a regular schedule pest control plan as many other places in the area do. Overall, the hose was attentive, but I’d recommend clearer listing details and pest control attention to improve the experience .
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Angela M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Overall great location!! Convenient to everything!! No D/W, oven, or microwave as stated in listing. You don’t have control of the air/heat. Window unit is only for kitchen. No lights in kitchen, closet holds nothing. B/r hooks falling off, need mirrors in b/r: full length. Need a TV in b/r. You’re attached to another unit and it is very loud: hear every move they make, e wry word spoken next door. Huge gap under main door, let’s in bugs, skinks, light, etc.Nice & modern, needs some TLCRENTAL CO DOES NOT ADDRESS NEEDS
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen S.

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

Anniversary trip

Great place to stay! Clean and comfortable. Very close to the free trolley stop and beach access. Cozy and comfortable for a couple.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2024
Thank you so much for taking the time to write us a review about your stay. We are so happy that you enjoyed your visit, and we look forward to hosting you again on your next trip to the area!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff J.

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

Nice

Perfect for us
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2024
Thank you so much for taking the time to write us a review about your stay. We are so happy that you enjoyed your visit, and we look forward to hosting you again on your next trip to the area!
Verified

8/10 Good

Karen C.

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

Needed Getaway

The cottage was clean and in a quiet neighborhood. It worked great for most our needs. It was just a short walk to the beach. Just a couple minor suggestions and this cottage would be exceptional. I thought it could use few hooks by the shower and sink for towels. While there were an abundance of linnens,which is nice but it left little room for storage of clothes and personal items in the drawers. Overall it was a great experience and we would consider staying here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Sept 2024
Thank you so much for taking the time to write us a review about your stay. While it seems you enjoyed your stay, there are definitely things we could’ve done better to ensure you had a 5-star visit. We will discuss your review with our team and hope to get a chance to host you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan P.

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

Cozy place to stay near the beach

It was a friendly old Florida rental area in Bradenton Beach, less than a mile from Bridge Street town center. We also drove over to Holmes Beach and Anna Maria, as well as convenient shopping trips into Bradenton. The Shuttle stop is nearby for busier times. We loved the Anna Maria Beach Cafe and found ourselves there several times. The unit was as advertised with comfortable beds, excellent shower, small kitchen and some cooking items (limited) and the obligatory saggy vacation rental couch. Lots of people walking, riding bikes and out visiting with their new neighbors gave it the feel of down home. . The only concern was there was NO smoke alarm in the unit. No one came to fix it despite an e-mail and telephone conversation.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2024
Thank you so much for taking the time to write us a review about your stay. We are so happy that you enjoyed your visit, and we look forward to hosting you again on your next trip to the area!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Scott and Kristen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Basic

We had a great time and liked the cleanliness of the property. However, the ad for this property misrepresented it in our opinion. The twin beds were not suited to be pushed together due to headboards/footboards, there is not outdoor seating area (patio/porch) the tv speaker was junk, outlet in bathroom did not work which made getting ready a challenge. There was a gap under the door that leads to other unit. So any noise was completely unfiltered. You could hear them open a pop. Their kitchen backed up to our bedroom so the scents of anything they cooked overtook the unit. Thankfully the people staying in other unit were quiet and great neighbors, otherwise it could have made for a very unpleasant week. We made due with these challenges and had a great time but would not stay here again. Loved the area and location just not the unit as it is currently set up.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Sept 2024
Thank you so much for taking the time to write us a review about your stay. While it seems you enjoyed your stay, there are definitely things we could’ve done better to ensure you had a 5-star visit. We will discuss your review with our team and hope to get a chance to host you again!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Darrell P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy
The property wasn't listed accurately. Kitchen - no microwave nor stove so we weren't able to prepare anything. No outside space nor patio furniture, inconvenient shared laundry, no proper closet space nor drawers for clothes, large bugs present, uncomfortable bed and I don't think the bed cover was washed, no a/c in bedroom (controlled by unit next door), uncomfortable style of kitchen table & chairs, broken beach furniture, poor selection of dishes, inadequate lighting over kitchen sink area, burned out light at outside door.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Stacey R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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