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Luxury on the Gulf of Mexico, Heated Pool/Spa, Prime Location, 5 Star Ratings!

Holiday home on the beach, with hot tub

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Escape to this elevated 3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom home with stunning Gulf of Mexico views. Unwind on the covered porch or by the heated pool and spa, complete with a cabana area featuring a large screen TV and bar seating for 14.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6116 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Luxury on the Gulf of Mexico, Heated Pool/Spa, Prime Location, 5 Star Ratings!

This newly redesigned elevated pet friendly 3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom home is beautifully appointed throughout, with state of the art quartzite counter tops, stainless steel appliances and driftwood style hardwood floors and ceilings. Relax on the covered porch with direct views of the Gulf of Mexico and it's stunningly beautiful sunsets! 45 Steps and you are on the best beach in Anna Maria! Private Heated Pool with Spa and Covered Cabana area with large screen 4K Smart HD TV, Comfortable seating and bar area seat 14 and gas fire pit. Spacious California-King Sized Master Bedroom with New Tempurpedic Foam and Air Bed adjustable to yours and their preference, walk in master bathroom. Guest room with Queen bed along with a third bedroom with 2 beds and a separate bathroom. Dining area with chandelier seats 6 comfortably, great room with Sony Ultra 4K Smart 60" flat panel TV, large sofa, love seat and chair with ottoman. High Speed Internet and Wi Fi! Ask to have included as property fee, our new fully loaded street legal Lithium Battery Bintelli Golf Cart carries 6 passengers in style! This property is repeatedly and consistently given 5 star reviews and most people rebook their next vacation before even leaving! Pets are welcome with a photo of each sent to Carolyn Hodgson, the owner. The pet fee is $350 per pet.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Private pool
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 private bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Heated pool
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Unit size: 1,250 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 30

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Guests are required to sign our Rental Agreement.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Max 2 pets allowed with owner permission. Please s

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Luxury Upscale Beach Home Steps Gulf Mexico Spa Cabana House
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About the area

Located in Anna Maria, this holiday home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bean Point Beach and Anna Maria Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at LECOM Park or IMG Bollettieri Tennis Academy. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Anna Maria travel guide
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Anna Maria, FL

What's nearby

  • Anna Maria Beach is beautiful. It's one of several beaches on Anna Maria Island and doesn't have any facilities, so it's less visited.
    Palmetto Avenue Beach
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • EyeEm Custom Shoots Q4 2018
    Island Players
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Sarasota_AnnaMariaIslandMuseumandHistoricalPark_6295969-2
    Anna Maria Island Museum and Historical Park
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Sarasota_BeanPointBeach_6296220-6
    Bean Point Beach
    12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Anna Maria City Pier
    12 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury on the Gulf of Mexico, Heated Pool/Spa, Prime Location, 5 Star Ratings! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Luxury on the Gulf of Mexico, Heated Pool/Spa, Prime Location, 5 Star Ratings!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Luxury on the Gulf of Mexico, Heated Pool/Spa, Prime Location, 5 Star Ratings!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury on the Gulf of Mexico, Heated Pool/Spa, Prime Location, 5 Star Ratings!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Luxury on the Gulf of Mexico, Heated Pool/Spa, Prime Location, 5 Star Ratings! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Anna Maria holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Island Players and Bean Point Beach. Anna Maria Beach and Bradenton Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Luxury on the Gulf of Mexico, Heated Pool/Spa, Prime Location, 5 Star Ratings! Reviews

Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 124 out of 131 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 131 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 131 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Dan N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely LOVED Seaside Inn for our Anna Maria Island summer vacation!!! Would not stay anywhere else but here when we return. The house is beautiful… the location and setting is amazing… the proximity to the most beautiful beach I’ve been to is incredible! Outdoor pool and bar/seating area was the BEST! 5 star all around. We will be back asap!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda Y.

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

Yearly sister trip

Everything about our stay was amazing. You can tell the owners care about quality, from all the utensils in the kitchen to the living room area furniture. . We all had a blast.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bobby F.

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

Wonderful vacation!

Beautiful house in a great location! Enjoyed everything about it!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin H.

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

Hope to be back!

We had a wonderful time at this property and hope to be back again! We especially enjoyed the pool and outdoor seating! The kitchen had all the basics covered and included a Nespresso which we really appreciated. The beach supplies were wonderful and the golf cart was a great bonus! Carolyn was a very responsive host both in planning and when we had minor questions and asks during our stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natasha L.

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

Best house we’ve rented yet!

My family have been renting house on AMI for 13 yrs. This was definitely the best house yet! The location was perfect! So close to the beach, restaurants, liquor store and shopping. The pool and patio were gorgeous! We loved the fire table, pool and hot tube heated exactly as we wanted, and we also watched movies in the lounge area. Hopefully we can rent this property again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawn M.

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

Excellent vacation spot

Great location. Clean and updated. Awesome pool area to hang out with the family. Would highly recommend
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Factor M.

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

Great location and Beautiful House..

If you are looking to celebrate an anniversary, birthday or a special event with your family, this is a wonderful place to do it. Lots of privacy and great location steps from the beach and close to many great restaurants…
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Laura A.

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

Great location

Proximity to the beach was great and having a pool was also nice. There were a few minor things that got taken care of quickly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jeff E.

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

Very nice!

Excellent location and thoughtfully decorated.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bria G.

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

Great Home Very Close to the Beach!

It was the perfect size for our family of four! It was practically on the beach for easy access to and from. We spent a lot of time in the pool which was the perfect temp and had some shade throughout the day to get a break from the sun! Easy instructions to access the property and to turn on the hot tub (which got super hot!!). The golf cart inclusion was a perk as the home is located right off of Pine St. We were able to get morning donuts and coffee and shop during the day as well as make stops for ice cream in the evening. Within walking distance to many restaurants. It was in a prime location! We very much enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian G.

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

Great Time!

Excellent home and perfect location. House was very clean and well kept. Beach was steps away and the pool was a major bonus. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenaea P.

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

Amazing Vacation

This is by far our favorite property that we have ever stayed at for a family vacation. This is our second time staying on AMI, and the location was incredible. The house was perfect for all of us with a stocked kitchen for cooking and BBQing, comfy beds and linens, and plenty of outdoor fun (pool, hot tub, golf cart, tv, and bar area). We cannot wait to plane our next stay here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

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

Great stay!

Beautiful place. Actually steps from the beach. Walking distance to great donuts and burritos. We’re planning to come back! Absolutely loved it.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

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

Best place in AMI

The house was perfect. Pool and hot tub were great, and it is definitely the best location on the island. Golf cart was an added bonus. Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

EARL L.

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

Christmas Vaca

Beautiful place steps to the beach as described. Had a few hiccups but staff was contacted and they addressed promptly. Can’t ask for a better place to stay! Awesome spot!!!
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Geri R.

Once Again Awesome!

This is our 3rd year staying at Seaside. We love it. Always clean and lovely everything we need to have a great vacation. This is the first year we did the dolphin site seeing with Captain Dana it also was a great experience and we will do it again. Thank you Carolyn for taking care of us and getting it scheduled for us so last minute.

10/10 Excellent

Jamie W.

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

The BEST location!

We've been coming to AMI for several years and this house was our favorite! It is just steps from the beach, and steps from Pine Ave. The pool, hot tub, and outdoor TV space was a huge hit with my kids. This house had more amenities than we realized including a beach wagon, many beach chairs, beach toys, bikes, kayaks, plus all the extras - laundry soap, dish soap, plenty of toilet paper, etc. That is not always the case with other rental properties. The golf cart was also a huge hit, and much nicer than others we have rented. I think my favorite spot was the front porch and the view of the gulf. I could sit there all day. Thank you Carolyn for an amazing week. We can't wait to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa O.

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

Amazing Getaway

This was one of the best vacations we’ve had in a while and it had all to do with the home itself and the location. We had 4 adults and 2 children and this house fit us perfectly. The appointments are well done, the layout is fantastic, and you cannot beat the access to the beach. We loved walking to ice cream on Pine Ave after dinner and also taking the golf cart to dinner. This house is peaceful, while also providing close access to everything you want. Thank you Carolyn for hosting our family. We would love to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny K.

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

Best Trip Experience

From the very beginning I was extremely grateful to Carolyn for her caring and concern and letting me change my vacation dates due to my husband's surgery. Once we were there on our new dates, the house was immaculate, and you COULD NOT ask for a BETTER location!!! Every single thing was there and provided for the beach! She even gave a 2-page detailed recommendations on restaurants and things to do!! Here boat Captain Dana gave us the best dolphin tour and was so funny and just a great person to talk to on the tour, highly recommend any of her tours. We are definitely coming back and renting this same house! 🌴💜
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh K.

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

Great location

Great property just as advertised.beautiful outdoor living area with pool,hot tub,grill,bar,couch’s etc. maybe a 20 second walk to beach and you can see it from the front porch.great location on the north end that’s close to a lot of things. House was well stocked. We bring all of our own beach stuff with us but we’re surprised they had lots of chairs,umbrellas,beach strollers etc. if you’re flying in with suitcases and no gear this place would be a great option. Had a small hiccup with the internet after checking in but both the owner and property manager are totally on top of things. Owner has other properties on the island and you can tell she keeps things updated and looking nice.golf kart was nice to cruise the island.my first trip back to the island in 6 years and totally loved it
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Carl H., Louisville

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

Would Rent again

Pros and Cons to our stay but ultimately would rent again. 2 couples for a week. The pros: Great communication. Responsive to concerns raised. Located on the beach side of Gulf Pkwy. Walking distance to restaurants. House was clean. Can see the sun set from the porch. Cons: Have to use your own access for TV network streaming services. The pool is next to the road (somewhat noisy). 3 houses are being constructed nearby. The washer was broken (albeit, we were promptly notified as a part of our check-in on Thursday. The washer was replaced on Monday). The A/C did not work. (The circuit breaker ended up being tripped so was only inconvenienced 1 night).
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael T.

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

Family Beach Vacay

Wanted some beach time with the family. Th house location was excellent and the private pool was awesome. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay and the proximity to the beach and eating establishments was fantastic.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Casey A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was wonderful. We will definitely be returning!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property! Close proximity to the beach. Very well maintained.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lana S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed Seaside Inn. Great family vacay! Need a few more towels for 6 guests for a week and comforters could probably use a wash and shower curtain replaced. Great location and easy walk to beach! Thank you for the stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025