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Charming 2br / 1ba Cottage < 2 Min Walk From Beach on Anna Maria Island Florida

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Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6925 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot TubHot TubHot Tub
  • 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 LocationAnna Maria Island Museum and Historical Park6 min walk
  • Popular LocationAnna Maria City Pier12 min walk
  • Popular LocationAnna Maria Beach3 min drive
  • AirportTampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)68 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

Close to the beach Host was very entertaining and polite
Thomas B.
Mar 2, 2024

About this property

Entire place

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

Charming 2br / 1ba Cottage < 2 Min Walk From Beach on Anna Maria Island Florida

Built in 1924, Sunset Cottages’ beautifully maintained woodwork coupled with updated amenities delivers an authentic Florida experience and unique stay that your party will not soon forget. Experience island life ~ letting the sun and waves ease you into vacation mode on Anna Maria Island! Literally, steps from the beach, your party can enjoy the white-sand beaches with provided beach equipment and available fishing charter from your VRBO Super Hosts! Location, location, location!

The space
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Whether you are seeking sun and fun, or peace and quiet, leave your car in our private parking because our cottage is centrally located around the very best that the island has to offer within a short walk or free trolley offered on the island.

Enjoy large open living during your stay! Our cottage includes two large bedrooms; each with queen beds w/ private closets, a complete kitchen, bathroom with tub/shower, expansive dining / living room, sun room, and outdoor space w/ table and chairs. Sleep comfortably as each bedroom has independent heat / cooling and ceiling fans, several pillows, and super-soft mattresses. We take pride in our cleanliness! Our cleaning team is meticulous with maintaining our cleaning and sanitization standards. See all the wonderful amenities that are included below!

Looking for convenience and plenty of things to do? A 4.4-Star bar / restaurant is next door, Pine Avenue shops are a short walk away, and activities like parasailing, horseback riding, sunset sailing, jet skiing, and more are nearby. Did you know that we are one of the original families on the island? That means we know all the best places to go, hidden gems for fantastic experiences, mouth-watering food to eat, and we have long term relationships with other local vendors that will help you create memories to last a lifetime!

Prefer peace and quiet? Enjoy morning strolls on the nearly empty beach, moonlight walks near the water’s edge, or a relaxing read with your book of choice in the provided beach chairs w/ umbrella that are included with your booking. There are plenty of quaint eating spots, free nature areas, and two easy-walk piers to enjoy the breathtaking views of the island while spotting dolphins and other marine life. If you don’t feel like going out and about, you can open the cottage windows and enjoy a gentle gulf breeze while you relax with a cold lemonade in the front ‘florida room’ - a large, beautiful, sun filled room with comfortable rocking chairs.

Need to get a little work done while you are here? We’ve gotcha covered! Strong wifi is provided with several places to get your work done and get you back to relaxing! We are located on a quiet side-street; so you don’t have to worry about distractions while making phone calls or sitting on internet meetings.

This Host provides fishing charters at an additional charge. Come aboard our commercial fishing boat where all gear is provided including rod, reel, net, life vest, bait, and other equipment. Fish alongside Captain Anthony who has been fishing these waters for almost half a century! Fish for tuna, snook, red snapper, grouper, and more! He and his crew can also help to clean and prepare your catch! Ask how you can book a charter in addition to your stay.

Sunset Cottage is an amazing value for the space, amenities, location, and ‘extras’ that are included to help you to enjoy all that Anna Maria Island has to offer. Minimum age to rent is 25 years old. Additional guests can be any age. Whereas your booking allows up to 4 people to stay in our cottage, we can accommodate a total of up to 5 people before reaching maximum capacity (one person would have to sleep on the couch). Additional members of your party MUST be disclosed at the time of booking, and will incur an additional surcharge of $100 per night per person. Whereas the standard cleaning & sanitization fee is only $100.00, depending on the number of people in your party, an increased cleaning fee may apply. (let's discuss)

Guest access
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The cottage and outside washer and dryer, outside grilling area to sit and enjoy your meal.

Other things to note
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Don't forget to ask about our fishing charters, Captain Ashley does inshore charters and Captain Anthony does offshore!! Inquire about booking a trip! www CaptainAnthonys com for more info!

Property manager

Anthony Manali Jr

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles on site
  • Optional golf privileges on site
  • Water park on site
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling 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 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 925 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

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 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 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

This property does not have elevators
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Anna Maria

Located in Anna Maria, this cottage is near theme parks and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bean Point Beach and Anna Maria Beach. AMI Paddleboard Adventures and Fish Hole Adventure Golf are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Island Players - 2 min walk
  • Anna Maria Island Museum and Historical Park - 6 min walk
  • Anna Maria City Pier - 12 min walk
  • Bean Point Beach - 18 min walk
  • Anna Maria Beach - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Waterfront Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Sandbar Seafood & Spirits - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Ugly Grouper - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Harry's Grill - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming 2br / 1ba Cottage < 2 Min Walk From Beach on Anna Maria Island Florida pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming 2br / 1ba Cottage < 2 Min Walk From Beach on Anna Maria Island Florida?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming 2br / 1ba Cottage < 2 Min Walk From Beach on Anna Maria Island Florida?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming 2br / 1ba Cottage < 2 Min Walk From Beach on Anna Maria Island Florida located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) 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

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 67 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Janice H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Little Mother's Day Get-Away
My friend and I, to celebrate Mother's Day without kids, spend 4 days at this delightful cottage on Anna Maria Island. I have only glowing reports regarding the location and the hosts. This cute and old-fashioned cottage sits in a great location and is in walking distance to shops, the Anna Maria Pier, restaurants and especially, the beach! It sits next to Capt Anthony's fish market which would have been interesting to watch; however, the owners were on vacation so we missed the action. Joanne and Anthony were wonderful hosts of the VRBO, and were the definition of exceptional hospitality. We will miss them and hope to return in the the future.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorna M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rent this Place!
Great location, clean, comfortable and close to everything!, Captain Anthony and Joann were great to get to know, we loved it there. Highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

kathi s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
The property is just steps from the beach. There are chairs & beach umbrellas provided. The kitchen is spacious & well equipped. The owners live on the property & are easily accessible. It is walking distance to restaurants & shops.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nichole D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, exactly as described
Can’t beat the location and the cottage was exactly as described in the listing. Owners were awesome and very accommodating.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing location
Close to the beach Host was very entertaining and polite
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann F.

Liked: Cleanliness
AMI is the best
We had a fantastic stay at Sunset Cottage! Just like everyone else says, Captain Anthony and JoAnn are just lovely. Capt. Anthony answered our inquisitive son's many fish related questions and even showed him how to filet a large fish. JoAnn was a terrific hostess, always making sure we had everything we needed. The location of this cottage can't be beat. Easy walking distance to Ginny and Jane E's to beat the morning rush for cinnamon rolls and a short stroll to Pine Avenue shops. We spent a lot of time at the beach because you could walk there in a minute.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location!
Steps from the beach as well as great restaurants and shops, with great hosts.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute little cottage
Cute cottage and nice location. Met all our needs for the week! We can’t wait to come back to Anna Maria Island! Thanks, Captain Anthony and Joann!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location on Anna Maria
My wife and I brought our infant son for our first family beach trip. Cpt Anthony and Joanne's place was a great home base! The location was absolutely perfect, steps from the beautiful beach, right across from the Sandbar, and right in the middle of downtown Anna Maria. Many coffee shops, breakfast, and dinner places within a few blocks. The cottage was quaint and comfortable, exactly what you see in pictures. And of course Anthony and Joanne were very friendly and welcoming. We're very much considering making this an annual trip, 100% recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic
The cottage was great and the hosts are wonderful. We would highly recommend this place and will stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joe K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and had all amenities that we needed. Could use a few extra 3 prong plug addapters.
Was a perfect location to the beach and to all the sites on Anna Maria. Easily within walking distance to everything, The hosts we easily accessible if needed. Will stay there again if we return to Anna Maria Island. Thanks for being great hosts.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kyle C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Anna Maria Vacation
Lovely house, lovely hosts. Had a great time and the house was perfect
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach Lovers Delight!
What a terrific cottage! Steps from the beach, several great restaurants and golf cart rentals. Beautifully decorated in a beachy theme. Furniture was gorgeous! Updated kitchen appeared to have everything one needed if a meal was to be prepared but we chose to eat out every meal. Front porch area was great, especially if traveling with children. They can play there while adults use the living room. Hosts were charming and don't miss the fish dip! Our souvenirs were fresh crab claws, also not to be missed. Can't wait to visit again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Chris Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Back in time
Owner needs to post hours they are unavailable. Fisherman with nontraditional hours of availability. The cottage is right out of the early 1950’s. Fun to experience Anna Marie Island in the traditional cottage of uneven floors, front porches and accessibility to fresh caught fish.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kris A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place, Great Hosts
It was a great location, steps to the beach, restaurants, and shopping. The hosts Anthony and JoAnn are amazing, they made our trip even better. They have a fish market, you must try their fish dip, it is amazing and worth every penny. The cottage/house was clean and just what we were looking for.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lois L., Tempe, AZ

Liked: Cleanliness
Just steps away from the beautiful beach
We enjoyed this little cottage so close to the beach. It had everything we needed inside and out - including plenty of beach supplies. The owner was very friendly, helpful, and communicative. She even made us a fantastic snapper lunch one of the days :) We look forward to returning in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Having always wanted to stay on Anna Maria Island, I was fortunate to have found this little cottage. With it's own vintage vibe and proximity to the breath taking beautiful beach you'll be loving this little gem yourself. Location was the #1 reason I booked here however the owners are one of the top reasons we'll come back! Friendly and laid-back they helped w recommendations and a wealth of knowledge about the island, fishing and great food!! We enjoyed the cottage's vintage character, others may want a more modern choice. Photos are representative.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim E.

Liked: Cleanliness
AWESOME!!! Could not have been better.
The cottage was wonderful, cozy and comfortable. The location was perfect. We are not strangers to Anna Maria Island and this time at a 'new place' was a wonderful. The owners are on property and I fell in love with them and their dogs. Taking the time to get to know Captain Anthony and Joann was absolutely a highlight of our total vacation. We are already planning our next visit!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary S., Lake Lotawana

Liked: Cleanliness
Our happy place
Perfect location. Perfect size. Perfect hosts.
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Michael W.

Embraced by Waves & Community
Great location very near beach & restaurants! Hosts are very welcoming. They invited us to a dinner with them! (Cpt Anthony’s freshly caught fish & Joann’s homemade Italian soup!!!!). They gave us excellent suggestions for restaurants & transportation. Cottage needs some freshening up
Stayed 15 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Melissa M., Durham NC

Liked: Cleanliness
fantastic location
It's fantastic to be just steps from the beach. Hosts are very friendly. The house is clean, beds are plenty comfortable, ceiling fans are nice. The wall air conditioning was a little loud for my comfort. It's all very informal - we hadn't gotten any communication from the hosts, so we crossed our fingers and rolled up to the fish store hoping someone would be there to let us in (there was). There's no notebook for renters, so I had to find the owner the next day to learn where the beach chairs, grill and shared washing machine were. I wished there was a comfortable place to sit outside. The seating area mentioned in the listing is very much a working space for the fish store, with ice chests and folks coming and going on business - it didn't feel inviting to take a book and my morning coffee out there. The grill mentioned in the listing didn't have any gas and was at the other end of the complex, so we didn't get to use it. Overall, we were happy to find beach lodgings for a spontaneous trip, and enjoyed our time.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

kevin v., Tucson

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, house, and managers
Really enjoyed this home, will be back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sarah G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great experience
Host were excellent. Location was great.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anthony F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Captain Anthony and Joanne are fantastic!
We had a fantastic time here, the beach is incredible!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alex P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location and great hosts
We are so happy we chose to stay here during our AMI vacation. The location was absolutely perfect and it was very clean. We were able to walk almost everywhere. The beach, restaurants, stores were all right near. It was also great they had beach chairs and umbrellas to use and sand toys for our baby. Anthony and Joann were great! Joann showed us how to cook the grouper we bought from their store next door. Also the ceviche from their store was SO good. They were really nice people and we absolutely recommend staying here.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021