Experience the ultimate beach retreat at Thrill of the Chase, a canal front home in Anna Maria. With a private heated pool and spa, poolside lounge area, and ping pong table, there's no shortage of fun in this elevated beach house. Take advantage of kayak and paddleboard launch from the dock on the canal or simply unwind with views overlooking the water.
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8153 sq m
Popular amenities
Pool
Spa pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
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About this property
Thrill of the Chase: Canal, Dock, Pool, Spa
325 Hardin Ave, Anna Maria, FL 34216 What You'll Love About This Home: Location! 3 Blocks to the Beach! On a Canal! 3 Bed / 2 Bath 2 Kings, 1 Queen & 1 Full Sofa Sleeper Private Heated Pool & Spa Pool Loungers & Umbrellas Dock on Canal - Kayak & Paddleboard Launch, Fishing Poolside Covered Lounge with Sofas & Chairs Ping Pong Table, Cornhole Screened Lanai Overlooking Pool & Canal Gas Grill Professional Linen Service, Washer & Dryer Complimentary WIFI Beach Towels, Beach Chairs & Beach Wagon Parking for 4 Cars
Details:
Welcome to Thrill of the Chase, our lovely canal front home with relaxing water views.
This elevated beach house features the main living space on the second level. With a wraparound screened lanai overlooking the canal, the views never end. Step outside the living room patio doors and enjoy the island breeze. The kitchen and dining room provide seating for six between the table and counter, plus additional outdoor dining on the lanai for six.
The master bedroom includes a king-sized bed, en-suite bathroom and access to the screened lanai. The guest rooms have a king sized and a queen-sized bed. Each bedroom includes a TV, and crisp linens and plush towels from our professional linen company.
Your guests will stay connected with complimentary WIFI and enjoy all of the comforts of home, including a washer and dryer.
A sparkling, heated pool and spa highlight the backyard and is complete with pool loungers, patio dining, a gas grill. The poolside entertainment area includes lounge furniture and a ping pong table. Guests will also enjoy the cornhole game.
A private dock on the canal is available for fishing, launching paddleboats and kayaks, or just relaxing and watching the world go by.
Thrill of the Chase is easy walking distance to many shops and restaurants, and to the free island trolley, which travels the entire length of the 7 miles of the island. Hop on and off at your leisure and explore shopping, dining and the beaches. The perfect location for your next beach vacation!
Bedroom 1 - King, Ensuite Bath, Balcony Access & TV Bedroom 2 - King, TV Bedroom 3 - Queen, TV Living Room - Full Sofa Sleeper
Please note: Pets are not allowed in this home. Amenities are subject to change. Dock can accommodate up to a 35' boat.
DISCLAIMER: Depth of the canals and channels vary depending on tides, weather, and other circumstances beyond our control. At times this can result in a water level that is too low to support watercraft. It is the responsibility of the guest to review forecasts and make alternate arrangements for watercraft as necessary.
You are vacationing in a residential area. Please be a good neighbor by keeping the noise to a respectful level during the day and night. Excessive and unreasonable noise can deprive neighbors of the peaceful enjoyment of their private property.
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
Your booking is with Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals. We will send you check-in instructions 14 days prior to your arrival date. We will send you our rental agreement in an electronic signature document. Please review and return to us by following the instructions.
** Your signed rental agreement must be returned in order to receive your check-in details.
VRBO BOOKINGS
Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals will charge your credit card for your deposit payment. You will also see a separate charge by VRBO for their service fee.
Your final balance is due 60 days prior to your arrival date. We will send you a final payment reminder 90 days prior to arrival. We do not automatically charge your card for your final balance.
The instructions for making your final payment will be included in your final payment reminder.
Please review the cancellation policy prior to booking.
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Your payment is due in full at the time of booking and the final balance information above does not apply to your reservation.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Pool/Spa
Heated pool
Hot tub
Private pool
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Fenced yard
Gas grill
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near an outlet shopping centre
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the sea
On the waterfront
Things to do
Billiards/pool table
Heated pool
Table tennis
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Parasailing nearby
Rafting nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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
Pets
Pets not allowed
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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
About the area
Located in Anna Maria, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bradenton Beach and Bean Point Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at LECOM Park or IMG Bollettieri Tennis Academy. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and ecotours nearby. Visit our Anna Maria travel guide
Does Thrill of the Chase: Canal, Dock, Pool, Spa have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
Is Thrill of the Chase: Canal, Dock, Pool, Spa pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Thrill of the Chase: Canal, Dock, Pool, Spa?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Thrill of the Chase: Canal, Dock, Pool, Spa?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Thrill of the Chase: Canal, Dock, Pool, Spa?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Thrill of the Chase: Canal, Dock, Pool, Spa located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Bradenton Beach and Bean Point Beach. Anna Maria Beach is 1.3 mi (2 km) away.
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Thrill of the Chase: Canal, Dock, Pool, Spa Reviews
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Location was wonderful and the pool area with the pool table and ping pong tables was where we spent many of our evenings. The house was clean and the beds were comfortable. We would definitely stay here again.
Great location for a chill day staying at home or close to many beach access points. Property manager was great to communicate with and all property instructions were easy and clearly stated. Definitely recommend.
This house and the location was just great. The beautiful beach was just a two minute ride with the bikes. Only the outdoor furniture could need a Little refresh but That was no reason to be worry about.
Great vacation rental…!
House was very clean and smelled nice. Beautiful property that was as advertised. Really enjoyed being on the corner of the canal. Management was in touch on a couple of visits by needed maintenance and was very professional. Overall excellent stay, just went by too fast!!
The location was perfect. The outdoor space was the best part. It is a large property compared to most on the island and it was well designed leaving plenty of room to relax. The inside was well set up. The rooms were spread out and gave plenty of space for sitting in the evening and plenty of dining space for the family to enjoy meals together. The dock was great for the boat. Easy to navigate in and out of the canal. Communication for check-in was perfect. AMI life vacations was great at communicating with us for any needs we had during our stay. I highly recommend this property.
Richelle M.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Beverley Wait
23 Aug 2023
5 Stars
We loved the relaxed style of the house and felt that it was a perfect location; on the water and close/ walking distance to many local dining spots/ shops and beautiful beach.
The pool area was excellent, well supplied with loungers / dining area and table tennis.
The high temperatures in Anna Maria meant that we spent a lot of time in the pool. So pleased we had our own.
The grounds to the house were also immaculate.
We had a fabulous holiday - didn't want to leave …..
Great house on the water close to beach and walking distance to restaurants and shops. Lots of steps though for anyone who can’t handle that. Loved layout of house, spacious good sized rooms. Some nearby construction but it didn’t bother us. Very private. Large outdoor space.
Yvonne A.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Lisa P.
14 Apr 2024
AMI
Kitchen could have had more cooking supplies, better pool instructions, use of golf cart, screen door was ripped in back of house, kayaks to use in canal, lacked a lot of things especially for the price. Bathrooms need updated.