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10/10 Excellent
Jake G.
24 Mar 2025
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Family Spring Break
Jake G.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
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Historic 1924 Luxury Beach Home with Large Heated Pool 3 Houses to Beach
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Located on Anna Maria Island, The Sand Castle is a historic retreat with a cozy living area featuring an electric fireplace and screened-in porch. Enjoy the heated pool, outdoor shower, and Weber grill in the tropical backyard or explore nearby Gulf beaches.
Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8232 sq m
Popular amenities
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Air-conditioning
- Outdoor space
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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.
Historic 1924 Luxury Beach Home with Large Heated Pool 3 Houses to Beach
Welcome to The Sand Castle located just a few steps from the Gulf beaches of Anna Maria Island. Built in 1924, the Castle is one of the oldest homes on the island. While it was lovingly restored in 2015, the history of the home can still be seen. The Sand Castle is a 4 bedroom, 3 and a half bath with the back patio surrounded by tropical landscaping where you can enjoy the heated pool, outdoor shower and Weber grill.
As you enter in the home through the screened in porch, you will be in the stone turret with the staircase to the left and to the right the traditional dining room with seating for 8. The fully equipped vintage inspired kitchen is located off of the dining room. Straight through the entry way is the cozy living area with an electric fireplace and access to the screened in porch. Located off of the living area is the master suite with a comfortable king bed complete with 600 thread count prima cotton wrinkle free sheets and access to the side patio. The master bath is has a time inspired claw foot tub, walk in shower and double vanity.
Up the spiral staircase you will find three bedrooms. One complete with a queen sized bed and full bathroom. The second bedroom complete with 2 queen sized beds. The third bedroom complete with a queen bed as well. In the hallway you will find the mini coffee bar and access to the porch with a great view of the back patio. Located off that same hallway is the last full bathroom.
Linens, towels, beach towels, beach wagon, chairs and umbrella is provided in this home.
Lizzie Lu's Island Retreat is a full-service property manager on Anna Maria Island to ensure our guests enjoy some of the nicest, well stocked homes on the island. For an additional charge, we offer GEM cars among other services. Rest assured we are here to assist as needed in the most efficient manner possible. While vacationing on Anna Maria Island, please adhere to our local rules and regulations for our residential community which are included in our homes as well as our arrival information.
As you enter in the home through the screened in porch, you will be in the stone turret with the staircase to the left and to the right the traditional dining room with seating for 8. The fully equipped vintage inspired kitchen is located off of the dining room. Straight through the entry way is the cozy living area with an electric fireplace and access to the screened in porch. Located off of the living area is the master suite with a comfortable king bed complete with 600 thread count prima cotton wrinkle free sheets and access to the side patio. The master bath is has a time inspired claw foot tub, walk in shower and double vanity.
Up the spiral staircase you will find three bedrooms. One complete with a queen sized bed and full bathroom. The second bedroom complete with 2 queen sized beds. The third bedroom complete with a queen bed as well. In the hallway you will find the mini coffee bar and access to the porch with a great view of the back patio. Located off that same hallway is the last full bathroom.
Linens, towels, beach towels, beach wagon, chairs and umbrella is provided in this home.
Lizzie Lu's Island Retreat is a full-service property manager on Anna Maria Island to ensure our guests enjoy some of the nicest, well stocked homes on the island. For an additional charge, we offer GEM cars among other services. Rest assured we are here to assist as needed in the most efficient manner possible. While vacationing on Anna Maria Island, please adhere to our local rules and regulations for our residential community which are included in our homes as well as our arrival information.
Property amenities
Beach
- Beach loungers
- Beach towels
Pool/Spa
- Heated pool
- Private pool
Internet
- Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transport
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Blender
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Electric kettle
- Hob
- Ice maker
- Microwave
- Oven
- Paper towels
- Refrigerator
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 4 bedrooms
Bathroom
- 1.5 bathrooms
- Bathtub
- Bathtub or shower
- Hair dryer
- Outdoor shower
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Fireplace
- Living room
- Separate dining area
Entertainment
- Books
- Games
- Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
- Stereo
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture
- Patio
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
Things to do
- Heated pool
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
General
- Garden
- Unit size: 2,500 square feet
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Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25
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
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Take out the rubbish
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Note from host: Not Pet Friendly
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 and a first aid kit
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
Anna Maria is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bradenton Beach and Bean Point Beach. Fish Hole Adventure Golf and H2O Watersportz are also worth visiting. Visit our Anna Maria travel guide
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Anna Maria, FL
What's nearby
Palmetto Avenue Beach5 min walk - 0.4 km
Bradenton Beach8 min walk - 0.7 km
Anna Maria Island Museum and Historical Park18 min walk - 1.6 km
Bean Point Beach3 min drive - 2.4 km- Island Players15 min walk - 1.3 km
Getting around
- Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)31 min drive
Restaurants
- Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe6 min drive
- The Ugly Grouper4 min drive
- The Sandbar Restaurant13 min walk
- The Waterfront Restaurant3 min drive
- Ginny's & Jane E's10 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Does Historic 1924 Luxury Beach Home with Large Heated Pool 3 Houses to Beach have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
Is Historic 1924 Luxury Beach Home with Large Heated Pool 3 Houses to Beach pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Historic 1924 Luxury Beach Home with Large Heated Pool 3 Houses to Beach?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Historic 1924 Luxury Beach Home with Large Heated Pool 3 Houses to Beach?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Historic 1924 Luxury Beach Home with Large Heated Pool 3 Houses to Beach?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Historic 1924 Luxury Beach Home with Large Heated Pool 3 Houses to Beach located?
Situated in Anna Maria, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Bradenton Beach and Palmetto Avenue Beach. Island Players and Anna Maria Island Museum and Historical Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).
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10/10 Excellent
Christopher C.
5 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location
Clean, beautiful & professionally managed. Beach wagon, chairs, etc and a basketful of beach towels. Everything was perfect. Literally 2 minute walk until you reach the water (30 seconds til you hit sand). Would definitely stay here again and again. The only negative thing was the construction across the street; but it wasn’t that loud.
Christopher C.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Michael A.
13 May 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rental home
Beautiful historic house, great location, wonderful pool
Michael A.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021
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10/10 Excellent
David D.
5 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great place
We have been vacationing in Anna Maria island since 1992. Without question Sand Castle is in the top three homes we have rented. Everything required is provided from kitchen utensils to the best beach cart ever. The dead end road is quiet and has very limited parking. The pool and backyard is perfect and private. All in all might be the best place we’ve ever stayed.
Dave
David D.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent
Christina M.
28 Nov 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fit for Royalty
Our experience at the sand castle was perfect. Top quality cookware and appliances made cooking our thanksgiving dinner so enjoyable. The house is very unique and was plenty of room for our party of 8. The pool was clean and warm enough to swim in daily- even after chilly nights. Beds and bedding were super comfortable- and we already miss the leather recliners! Hosts included things like a fully equipped beach cart, speakers, toys and games and everything you could need for a beach vacation. This property was the most beautiful house we have ever rented and we hope to return again!
Christina M.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021
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10/10 Excellent
John T.
7 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A unique and lovely home. Thoroughly recommended
The Sand Castle is a very unusual Anna Maria rental, in all very positive ways. The layout is an adventure itself, with the spiral staircase to the tower. Bedrooms are huge. Air conditioning does an excellent job. Pool is in great condition. Only three houses from the beach. The owner (Ben) lives opposite and introduces himself, giving you a history lesson of the house and putting you at absolute ease.
We have rented many Anna Maria homes over the years. This was the biggest, and most memorable. Thoroughly recommended. Thanks Ben.