AMI Dock of the Bay - "On the Water" 1st Floor - WiFi, Dog-Friendly provides amenities, such as a water park and a firepit. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathrooms
Popular amenities
Ocean view
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
The current price is AU$1,386
AU$1,386
includes taxes & fees
23 May - 24 May
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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.
AMI Dock of the Bay - "On the Water" 1st Floor - WiFi, Dog-Friendly
AMI Beach + Bay Home with Fishing Pier + Heated Pool on Sarasota Bay - "Dock of the Bay" / Entire 1st floor of Duplex called "On the Water"
• Unbelievable views of water + birds + wildlife + night lights!
• Relax with fish jumping and birds flying along 1 of only 34 coveted docks-piers south of Cortez Bridge!
• Fish off our dock and rod holders!
• Heated pool with spa jets-benches only 10 feet from Bay!
• Walk 2 blocks to Bridge Street-Key West-style restaurants,bars
• Live Music heard on dock + WiFi!
Sleeping arrangements:
• King bedroom with closet, lights, ceiling fan, and door to parking lot.
• Queen bedroom 1 with fabulous Sarasota Bay + dock views, pool + bay walk-out sliding glass doors, closet, lights, ceiling fan, and next door to primary bathroom.
• Queen bedroom 2 with new en suite bathroom with new vanity and new shower and toilet, closet, dresser, light, and ceiling fan.
Our original AMI home is much easier to navigate than new-build 3-story homes on Anna Maria Island because our first floor is on the ground level and the second floor is one easy set of stairs. Other rebuilt homes on the island usually require climbing multiple flights of stairs up or taking small elevators. • Cornhole bean bag toss game + board games.
• Renovated kitchen.
• Dish Network satellite TV with DVR for recording shows while at the beach or Bridge Street.
• High-speed Wireless internet for webcasts.
• First floor of duplex is also available for family reunions or friends reunions, wedding, private party, and for complete privacy with salt water pool + dock.
Florida's best-kept secret, Anna Maria Island (AMI), features beautiful white sugar sand beaches, older Florida charm, award-winning restaurants, and shopping all within easy walking distance or a ride aboard the free "Anna Maria Island Trolley". One of the few places in the world where the sunset is regularly applauded, this tiny slice of paradise stretches for 7 miles into the Gulf. Just across the Cortez bridge on the south side of the island, is the old school Florida fishing village of Cortez, where restaurants have excellent seafood and some have live music.
Entire 2nd=top floor of home with Beach Cart + Chairs + shared Pool + Dock + 4 Kayaks + 4 Paddleboards
Message + Text + Phone
• Special views that you have to experience to appreciate fully!
• Sit back and relax with the fish jumping and birds flying along 1 of only 34 coveted docks-piers south of Cortez Bridge toward Longboat Pass!
• Fish directly off our pier-dock including fishing rod holders!
• New heated pool with spa jets + benches with views only 10 feet from Sarasota Bay!
• Walk 2 blocks to Bridge Street Key West-style restaurants, bars, and shops (downtown Bradenton Beach), Bridge Street Pier, + listen to the Clock Tower bells ringing on each hour.
• 140 steps to Cortez Beach on the shortest AMI block from the Gulf of Mexico to Sarasota Bay.
• All new sliding glass doors + deck panels + deck flooring + inside flooring + new 2nd bathroom + windows + aqua-marine siding costing $75,000 through whole home.
• Watch the amazing animal life swim + fly + sit from inside or outside your home including Dolphins, Manatees, Rays, Brown Pelicans, Blue Heron, Snowy Egret, Osprey (Sea hawks), White Ibis, and Wood Ducks paddling either in the backyard or on the pier pilings or next to the sea wall or in Sarasota Bay.
• Walk our 2 Paddleboards + 2 Kayaks down concrete stairs directly from the seawall into Sarasota Bay 15 feet behind home or from Jet Ski dock + paddle to Bridge Street Pier, historic Cortez fishing village, Beercan Beach on Longboat Pass, Jewfish-Goliath Key, or wherever else you like around AMI!
• Watch the mainland thunderstorms + lightning + even NASA rocket launches at Cape Canaveral on clear days or nights over the inter-coastal Sarasota Bay and see sheets of rainwater coming toward the home.
• Water views everywhere with 18 new windows + sliding glass doors all around the home.
• Enjoy the night lights of Bridge Street Pier, Cortez Bridge, downtown Sarasota, and the anchored boats in Sarasota Bay.
• Listen to Live Music while on the Dock+Deck+Backyard from the wonderful performers at Bridgetender Tiki Bar!
• Jet Ski (rent or bring your own) to ride it directly up onto our 2 Jet Ski docks.
• Beach Jetty access into the Gulf of Mexico for views and fishing off Cortez Beach off 6th Street.
• Coquina Beach is only 6 blocks to the south + connected to Cortez Beach!
• Coquina Baywalk + Coquina Boat ramp on Leffis Key only 12 blocks to the south.
• Beercan Beach on Longboat Pass only 15 blocks to the south or a boat+jet ski+kayak+paddleboard ride away.
This is only 1 of 15 beach homes on Anna Maria Island that are family stays at, which should tell you a ton!
• Special views of water + birds + wildlife + lights at night that you have to experience to appreciate fully!
• Sit back and relax with the fish jumping and birds flying along 1 of only 34 coveted docks+piers south of Cortez Bridge toward Longboat Pass!
• Fish directly off our pier+dock including fishing rod holders!
• Soak in our new heated pool with spa jets + benches with views only 10 feet from Sarasota Bay!
• Walk 2 blocks to Bridge Street Key West-style restaurants, bars, and shops (downtown Bradenton Beach), Bridge Street Pier, + listen to the Clock Tower bells ringing on each hour.
• 140 steps to Cortez Beach on the shortest AMI block from the Gulf of Mexico to Sarasota Bay.
• AMI properties with beach or gulf views go pitch-black at sunset all night until sunrise because there is zero context to view on the pitch-black Gulf of Mexico. Our home on Sarasota Bay has a fabulous ambiance of soft lights of the Cortez Bridge, Cortez fishing village, and Bradenton and Sarasota in the distance, which is fabulous in the evening! Being on Sarasota Bay is the best ever and is exactly why our family vacations at this home instead of our Beach-view + Gulf-view homes!!
• Our property also allows the sound of soft music wafering across Sarasota Bay from the live singer at the Bridgetender Restaurant and Bar.
Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Electric car charging station on site
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Books
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Fenced yard
Firepit
Laundry
Laundromat nearby
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
2 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
In-room 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 ocean
On the waterfront
Things to do
Kayak
Water park
Water sports equipment
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating 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
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)
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 are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Note from host: 2 Dogs only
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 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
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 Bradenton Beach, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the beach. Shoppers can check out St. Armands Circle, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Coquina Beach and Longboat Key Beaches. Travelling with kids? Consider Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium, or check out an event or a game at 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 cycling and hiking nearby. Visit our Bradenton Beach travel guide
Does AMI Dock of the Bay - "On the Water" 1st Floor - WiFi, Dog-Friendly have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
How much does it cost to stay at AMI Dock of the Bay - "On the Water" 1st Floor - WiFi, Dog-Friendly?
As of 18 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at AMI Dock of the Bay - "On the Water" 1st Floor - WiFi, Dog-Friendly on 23 May 2026 start from AU$1,386, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is AMI Dock of the Bay - "On the Water" 1st Floor - WiFi, Dog-Friendly pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).
How much is parking at AMI Dock of the Bay - "On the Water" 1st Floor - WiFi, Dog-Friendly?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at AMI Dock of the Bay - "On the Water" 1st Floor - WiFi, Dog-Friendly?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at AMI Dock of the Bay - "On the Water" 1st Floor - WiFi, Dog-Friendly?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is AMI Dock of the Bay - "On the Water" 1st Floor - WiFi, Dog-Friendly located?
Nestled on the beach, this Bradenton Beach holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Historic Bridge Street Pier, Bradenton Beach and Bridge Street. Cortez Beach and Bradenton Beach Marina are also within 10 minutes.
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AMI Dock of the Bay - "On the Water" 1st Floor - WiFi, Dog-Friendly Reviews
Reviews
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We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at your property. The location was perfect and you had everything we needed to enjoy cooking our meals at home. We would love to come back soon!
We were in town for a getaway beach vacation for a week and found the Dock on the Bay to be a perfect location for our family. Right on the bay we were able to utilize the pool in the back, the dock for fishing and the kayaks for paddling the bay. A block down from bridge st where there are many shops and restaurants and a block the other way and you’re sitting right on beautiful Cortez beach. We couldnt have asked for a better location or host.
My family had a great time . We loved kayaking and fishing. Close walk to the beach . Walking distance to restaurant ,shopping and ice cream . Have been vacationing on the island for the last 15 yrs my favorite place so far .
It was absolutely amazing! The house was very clean the beds and pillows were very comfortable and I loved the extra throw blankets on the beds and couches as well! We also loved the bins full of beach chairs and a nice beach tent and wagon. The pool was our favorite, it is absolutely heavenly to sit in and cool off and just relax! The only flaw and its my fault for not reading deeper was that I didnt realize its a shared pool/dock and we were lucky that there was only someone in the upper unit our last day but you can hear every footstep from the above unit and we usually only rent Vrbos with private pools. Other than that it was top notch!
This property is really at the best location! So nice to have access to kayaks, paddle boards, fishing right off the pier, a pool and still just a very short walk to the beach. Also so many shops/restaurants that you can walk to. It was really great for our family of 5. We ran it to a few hiccups, but the owner was SO responsive and handled everything so well. We will for sure be back!
We really enjoyed this three bedroom villa! It’s in a great location just a few blocks south of Bridge Street… Close enough to walk to so many places but just far enough away so you don’t hear the noise from Bridge Street. The owners did a great job getting it back to excellent condition after the hurricanes. Beautiful view looking out to the bay from most of the Villa. Access to paddle boards and kayaks as well as fishing right off of the dock. Owners were excellent at communications and were extremely knowledgeable about the area since they own other properties nearby as well. Looking forward to staying there again!
This place was very clean. The set up is different we were in the lower level which felt like we were in a basement. The furniture and accommodation were nice but spartan
This property had the most amazing view of the Sarasota Bay! It was also within walking distance to Bradenton Beach and several restaurants. Our family loved having access to the kayaks and paddle boards. The kids also swam in the pool everyday during our stay which had an amazing view. The kitchen had everything we needed to make breakfast, lunch or dinner. Rex was extremely nice and showed us around the property. He also told us stories about the house and hurricane clean up. We would love to vacation here again due to its prime location!
John L.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified
4/10 Poor
Jeanny C.
12 Sept 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Beautiful sunrises good location
The property is not on a road, it's actually in between 2 other homes that you have to squeeze your way in between them, then there was a large puddle of water from the rain, I had to crawl my way out of the passenger seat and there were 2 large trucks there along with an explorer in addition to mine. The view is beautiful, sunrises great, great kitchen and bathrooms, comfortable beds. Didn't like that the upstairs could share the pool and as they got in they would look in our window.
Jeanny C.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified
6/10 Okay
Laura M.
18 Sept 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Nice location
It was an overall great experience.
We were a little surprised with all the rules that were attached with this property and everything you have to do before you leave and during your stay. Make sure you read the rules BEFORE you purchase. If we read this we definitely would have stay elsewhere.
We first came into the property and the pantry door fell on us. The toilet paper roll was messed up. It looks like mold is growing around the baseboards. The floor was pretty dirty when we first can into the apartment. Also this is an apartment that has another apartment on top of it and shares all the amenities. We did not know this but it could have been our fault for not reading it throughly.
The location was great and what we were looking for. The paddle boards and kayaks were great.
This place is amazing and location is the best on the island. The Bay is out your back door with a leisure pool and a very very short walk to the ocean. The walk to the beach was shorter than some of the homes where we were right on the beach. Added bonus, you never have to get in your car and leave. Numerous Restaurants within 1-2 blocks, 2 ice cream shops, Bridge Street that has cafes, restaurants, shops, Dairquiri Deck, music, a public pier, and Dolphin sight seeing tours. This property had everything you need to enjoy your stay. Paddle boards, kayaks, beach towels, sand toys and fishing poles (we didn’t use these last 2 things but our neighbor upstairs did). Also, I loved that they kept non perishable items that the previous person didn’t use ie (salt, pepper, spices, pancake mix, noodles) as well as left over sunscreen, books, aloe, dish pods, shampoo, conditioner, etc. They stock you well with paper towels and toilet paper and we only had to buy a small thing of each. I loved they thought of the small things like hand soap at each sink and tissues. So many other places don’t provide this and it is frustrating and helps save on cost and waste. We saw dolphins twice off the dock and a manatee. We would definitely return to this house and the 3 kids said it was the best vacation house and location to date. Thanks
Location, views and easy access. This property is perfectly located on the intercostal side with a quick walk across the street to the beach. The views are fantastic each morning and evening. A quick walk to many restaurants and shops. Grocery delivery available in the area. The host was easy to communicate with very prompt to respond.
The location is absolutely perfect. Open the door and walk outside to the bay, relax, kayak and fish.Quick walk to beach or to the restaurants and shops on Bridge St.