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Memories are Made in Flip Flops

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On the beach
Exterior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
10

Exceptional

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6962 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

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Anna Maria, FL
  • Popular LocationBean Point Beach12 min walk
  • Popular LocationAnna Maria Beach14 min walk
  • Popular LocationAnna Maria City Pier14 min walk
  • AirportTampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)68 min drive

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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.

Memories are Made in Flip Flops

The Seaside Sanctuary is the ground level unit of a beachfront duplex. It is the 2nd home from the beach with no roads to cross. The front yard is literally thirty steps from one of the most pristine beaches on the Gulf of Mexico. If you open the windows at night, you can hear the rolling surf and smell the salt air. The house is located on a quiet residential street near the north tip of the island. There is no public parking in this area so you pretty much have the beach to yourself. The front deck features plenty of seating and is a great place to relax and enjoy the beautiful Florida weather. The house is clean, comfortable and well appointed. The back yard has a shed with some beach gear, a BBQ grill, picnic table, chiminea and a sun sail shade. We welcome well behaved dogs and have a fully fenced yard for your pup to play.

The house is light and bright with a multitude of windows. Everything is decorated in a fun and classy "seaside" style. We believe in a good night's sleep so we invested in high quality memory foam mattresses, crisp, clean linens and plenty of pillows. For the chef in the family, there is a fully stocked kitchen with everything needed to cook and serve most meals. Nothing is more annoying than going to a vacation home that has only one pot and 3 plates! The house has high def smart TVs, bluetooth sound bar for streaming your favorite music and lightning fast wifi throughout. We are neat freaks so you can expect the house to be immaculately clean. In fact, we do a full deep cleaning after each guest. We tried to think of everything so you have all the comforts of home.

The Village of Anna Maria, on the north tip of Anna Maria, is the best part of the island. It is known for beautiful beaches, breathtaking sunsets and a bunch of really nice people. Not surprisingly, our number one recommendation is to set up an umbrella, plop down on a beach chair and watch the waves roll in. If being a beach bum is not your thing, you can stay busy by hunting for seashells, building a sandcastle or trying your hand at surf fishing. Either way, we provide all the equipment and recommendations to make your day at the beach relaxing and enjoyable.

Property manager

Stephanie Fischer www.fischervacationrentals.com (941)778-4100

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Coin laundry
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet 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.
  • Single level property
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Enjoy your smoking outside.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Water park on site
  • Water sports equipment on site
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 962 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in 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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Note from host: Well behaved dogs with pre-approval, extra fee and

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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 transportation to and from this property

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About the neighborhood

Anna Maria

Located in Anna Maria, this vacation home is near theme parks and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bean Point Beach and Anna Maria Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider AMI Paddleboard Adventures, or check out an event or a game at LECOM Park. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Bradenton Beach - 5 min walk
  • Anna Maria Island Museum and Historical Park - 8 min walk
  • Bean Point Beach - 12 min walk
  • Anna Maria Beach - 14 min walk
  • Anna Maria City Pier - 14 min walk

Getting around

  • Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - 7 min drive
  • The Waterfront Restaurant - 16 min walk
  • Sandbar Seafood & Spirits - 11 min walk
  • The Ugly Grouper - 5 min drive
  • Harry's Grill - 10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Memories are Made in Flip Flops pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Memories are Made in Flip Flops?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Memories are Made in Flip Flops?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Memories are Made in Flip Flops located?

Nestled on the beach, this Anna Maria vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Bradenton Beach, Bean Point Beach, and Anna Maria Beach. Island Players and Anna Maria Island Museum and Historical Park are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gerard O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent.
Everything was as advertised. Steps onto the beach. Plenty of room. Beach supplies. Option to check out early or late was worth it. Restaurants in walking distance. Would book again! And the host was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristinne B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Getaway!
Comfy beds, fully stocked kitchen, new appliances, clean property just steps from the beach! We will be back - probably sooner than planned! Stephanie was quick responding to
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen L., New Hampshire

Liked: Cleanliness
Just Right
The apartment is very clean, with comfortable beds and a very well stocked kitchen. There were plenty of towels, including beach towels. Proximity to the beach was as best as could be without being directly on the water. Stephanie was a perfect host and was available immediately for any questions we had. The only complaint we have is the upstairs guests could be heard. We could hear them walking above us as well as their 2 dogs barked frequently. But that was very minor. We would definitely come back again and stay at this very adorable unit.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marivi I.

Liked: Cleanliness
A little bit of heaven
Every expectation for our time of much needed R&R was exceeded. Our rental was clean, peaceful, within steps of the beach. Our hostess, Stephanie, was very accessible to any questions we had. We definitely plan to come back and we don’t need to research rental homes, we have our home away from home on Ana María Island. We wouldn’t think of staying anywhere else.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessie V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach get away
We absolutely loved our stay. What an excellent time and loved that we could walk to the beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

Perfect
We enjoyed our time tremendously. So grateful for such a quaint spot.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mother/Daughter stay
Great place! House was clean, well supplied amenities and good communication before, during and after our stay! Enjoyed the ambiance and decor…Close to beach, enjoyed the sunsets and sunrises. Will be back with girlfriends!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Ana P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family vacation!
This rental has everything you need. beach access is right outside, kitchen is fully stocked with everything you need, the kids room has great toys and books. The bathrooms are dated but overall the rental was clean it was such and easy check in/out process
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Norman J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Jones family
Had a great time, the house was very clean and close to almost everything.The beach was beautiful and very close to the house.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love Anna Maria!!
Our 3rd time staying at Stephanie’s seaside sanctuary! Absolutely love the location - proximity to beach, pine street shops and Rod and Reel pier restaurant. Cozy and functional beach accommodations, with laundry and a shed full of beach chairs, umbrellas, toys and wagons. (Grandkids even made the shed their Fort!) Anna Maria island is max relax and Stephanie is a pleasure to work with!!
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cherie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Immaculate and steps from the beach
This beach house was exactly what we were looking for. Private, close to the beach, and well-equipped. Stephanie thought of everything, and even intervened when we were woken up by a noisy construction crew at a neighboring property! She contacted the owner right away, and no more early morning noise. She truly went above and beyond! We were able to walk to restaurants. And also, enjoyed the full, modern kitchen with every amenity you could think of. And did I mention the mattresses? The most comfortable I have ever slept on in a vacation rental! Great place for a relaxing beach vacation :)
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Svetlana L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property, great location
Thank you for making our family vacation great. Property is very comfortable, beach access and proximity is awesome. Stephanie, thank you for accommodating our changed flight times. Appreciate it. We'll be back :)
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

James S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise
The property was just wonderful, very short walk to the beach!!! It was super clean and stocked. This will definitely be a return to for us!!! The owners were just simply amazing, I couldn’t have asked to meet nicer people!!!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Louis L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas beach vacation
Perfect location for a beach vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Seaside Sanctuary was Awesome! Literally, seconds to the beach and the most beautiful Sunsets!
Seaside Sanctuary was the best, was clean and just as described in listing, literally just a few steps from front door and your on the beach. If you want a worry free vacation just call Stephanie. She literally thought of everything. My only regret was we didn’t stay longer. Thanks Stephanie!! For all your help!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Keiko C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and cozy vacation home
The owner is fantastic for any communication that you need and the beach is only a short walk (15 seconds?) away. House comes with pretty much everything. This was our second stay at this vacation house and hope to comeback again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sharon T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Vacation
This vacation house was perfect. So close to the beach I could see the ocean from the front window. Would love to make this an annual vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great hospitality!
Stephanie was so responsive and was always available for any questions we had! You seriously only need to pack your clothes for the trip because everything else you could possibly need is already there! We will be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sue R., Plymouth, MN

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic location!!!
We added a bonus day to our first trip to AMI and really appreciated so much about this vacation property. Stephanie was extremely responsive and accommodating to our situation and worked hard to provide early access as we were in between stays. Check in was very detailed and thorough. The house had many special touches such as a welcome treat for our dogs and cold bottles water/soda! The location is fantastic, literally steps from the beach. After staying near Holmes Beach the previous week, we really loved the quieter end of the island and the house being at the end of the street, so no traffic. We enjoyed a nice carry-out dinner on the front porch with a lovely breeze! Yet the location is still close to Pine St shopping and area restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nicole G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing location
The location of the home really made a week long beach trip with 2 kids run very smoothly! The house is accurately described. Having access to the beach toys, chairs, etc, etc was very helpful! Loved our stay and will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

carmen g.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location to the beach and local food
The house was spotless and in the perfect location for a relaxing beach vacation. It is well equipped in the kitchen and for the beach (toys, towels, umbrella, and more). Walking distance to a great coffee shop and taqueria. Stephanie was friendly, helpful, and very professional. We will go back this year. I stayed with my spouse and 2 children ages 4 and 7. Lovely place for a nice family vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Joanne B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place and great location!
Stayed here the whole week of Thanksgiving 2020. Location is perfect...very short walk to the beach, walkable to restaurants and shops. House has everything you need and more! Quieter end of the island so the beach is not too packed.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Karen A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent host, excellent property!
Stephanie was super responsive, flexible and easy to communicate with. House was well stocked and well kept. It is on a quiet street and just a short walk to an awesome part of the beach. Our group had no children so we enjoyed being a bit further away from public beach, restaurants, etc. For us, it was perfect. So perfect we have already booked our return trip! Thanks Stephanie!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

John D., Frisco, TX, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful experience
This is a lovely two apartment house right by the beach. Very clean and peaceful.

10/10 Excellent

Carol R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just what we needed on our anniversary weekend
This beach home is just beautiful. Everything you need to feel at home. Stephanie was great to work with and always a text away if needed. It was the perfect weather, bought fresh fish and cooked in the house all weekend and celebrated the two of us on our anniversary weekend. Just Loved It!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2020