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Large Heated Pool, 2 Master Bedroom Suites, Very Close to Gulf Beach.

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Guests can enjoy serene beach activities and scenic views of the ocean.
Relax by the tranquil pool surrounded by lush tropical vegetation and palm trees.
Relax on the covered deck surrounded by lush greenery and enjoy the view.
Enjoy a meal with a view at Poppo's Taqueria, situated on a sandy beach with a tropical setting.
Relax in this open-plan living space featuring a dining table, wicker sofa, and blue sofa.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

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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.

Large Heated Pool, 2 Master Bedroom Suites, Very Close to Gulf Beach.

'South Cay' is an absolutely beautiful house in "Anna Maria", on Anna Maria Island, Florida. How close to the beach? There are only 11 houses between South Cay and the Gulf of Mexico beach, so this property is very close to the beach. Walk out the house, look to your right, and you see the beach access. Look us up to see how close "South Cay" in Anna Maria is to the beach! In addition, this is probably the nicest section of beach on the island. South Cay is also very close to Anna Maria's charming shopping area (Pine Avenue) -- you can stroll to a breakfast place or the ice cream parlor and walk to shops and stores.

We recently added a bathroom, so South Cay now has 2 master-bedroom suites. Each master-bedroom has an en-suite bathroom with shower, a king-size bed, large TV, and a dedicated deck access. The 2 other bedrooms have queen beds, TVs, and share the 3rd bathroom.

The house has a beachy vibe, excellent condition, with all new stainless-steel appliances. South Cay has a screened front porch. There are five flat panel TVs of various sizes, wireless high-speed internet, and free phone use within the US.

The heated pool is large (14 feet X 28 feet) with a refreshing fountain. RECOMMENDATION: Ask for pool sizes when comparing rental properties. Few have a pool this size!

At the end of our street there is a wildlife preserve section on the beach where turtles live (Google shows it as a "park"). The beach is the beautiful Gulf beach (not the bay).

We keep upgrading South Cay, so there may be small differences in decorations and furniture between the pictures posted and the actual house at the time of your rental.

South Cay is a 'NO-PETS, NO-SMOKING' property.



Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

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.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Heated pool
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 30

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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
Note from host: They are include in the maximum number

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, a first aid kit, 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 recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Beautiful 4 br Very Close to Gulf Beach Large Heated Pool

About the neighborhood

Map
Anna Maria, FL

What's nearby

  • Bradenton Beach
    4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Anna Maria Island Museum and Historical Park
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Anna Maria City Pier
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Bean Point Beach
    2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Anna Maria Beach
    4 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe
    6 min drive
  • Rod and Reel Pier
    4 min drive
  • Two Scoops
    13 min walk
  • Sandbar Seafood & Spirits
    6 min walk
  • The Waterfront Restaurant
    13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Large Heated Pool, 2 Master Bedroom Suites, Very Close to Gulf Beach. have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Large Heated Pool, 2 Master Bedroom Suites, Very Close to Gulf Beach. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Large Heated Pool, 2 Master Bedroom Suites, Very Close to Gulf Beach.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Large Heated Pool, 2 Master Bedroom Suites, Very Close to Gulf Beach.?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Large Heated Pool, 2 Master Bedroom Suites, Very Close to Gulf Beach. located?

Situated near the beach, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Bradenton Beach, Bean Point Beach, and Anna Maria Beach. Palmetto Avenue Beach and Island Players are also within 10 minutes.

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Large Heated Pool, 2 Master Bedroom Suites, Very Close to Gulf Beach. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 84 out of 89 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 89 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 89 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 89 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 89 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kevin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Friends Get-Away

We had a very nice time. The house was very clean. The pool was cloudy when we arrived and we called the owners and they had someone out the next day.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect family getaway location.

Great private house with room for everyone to enjoy. We had a very relaxing week, great beach access, restaurants are right around the corner and a great private pool when you need a break from the sand.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connie O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Experience at South Cay.

The property was better than shown. It is beautiful, clean, and worked perfectly for six adults. We enjoyed the pool; the front balcony/Lanai, and all of the amenities offered. Everything was in apple pie order and the hosts were in contact with us when we needed them. I would highly recommend this lovely home. Just be sure to take care of it as if it were your own.
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great space and location

Enjoyed the pool every day and the short walk to the beach. Great location near restaurants. A lovely vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise Found

Our stay at South Cay was wonderful. The house was spot on as described and the close proximity to the beach was even closer than i expected. Thank you for letting my family stay in paradise for a week!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Southcay Stay

This was our family’s first vacation at Anna Maria Island and we couldn’t have been happier with Southcay. Its location was perfect. A minute walk to one of the best beaches. The pool was beautiful, the house immaculate at the perfect size for our family of Five. We can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adriana V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Summer Beach Vacation

This property was perfect for our family vacation. We traveled with our adult children and we were all very comfortable. The location was premium (5 min walk to the beach) and the house had everything we could possibly need. The communication and checking process was easy. Hopefully we will be booking this property again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spectacular Spring Break

We only have the absolute best things to say about our family spring break at this home. The location is incredible, in a delightful and walkable neighborhood that is just a few minutes walk from the most incredible beaches and restaurants. Wonderful pool, well appointed home, excellent communication, and so much more. We would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue S., Atlanta Ga USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach Bliss

I stayed at SCay during the month of Feb and early March this year. It was fabulous … location, lovely pool, kitchen was well stocked. Owners are very communicative…Booked again for next year !
Stayed 35 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

AMI for July 4th

Great house and location. Loved the large private pool. Great communication from owners. Hopefully we’ll be back soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house Great location

We had a blast staying here with all 4 of my sons. Great communication with us before the stay. The house was clean and provided us everything we needed for our week stay there. Our boys loved the pool, and we loved the close location to both the beach and Pine Ave. We will be back again! Thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sammy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great experience staying at South Cay!!!!

We had a great time staying at South Cay. The house is just as advertised and was clean as a whistle on arrival. The house is very close to the beach access, just crossing over one street. We rented a golf cart from an outside business and there is some parking near the beach access. But the truth is, we really did not need the golf cart to get to the beach as it is <5 min walk. We really liked sitting on the top balcony in the late afternoon. All appliances worked great, the AC was just perfect. The pool is HUGE!!! My favorite part about the pool was seeing it at night as the LED lights were all around the pool. It was very nice. Overall, the accessibility to the beach, nearby shops and restaurants were the best part of South Cay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay during 1st time visit to Anna Maria

This was our first time visiting Anna Maria Island with our family. We searched long and hard for the right amount of space and accommodations for us. Our family has not been able to all be together for a long time for to school and work so it was a very much needed vacation. This home looked great online and had just the right amount of rooms and space we needed. It was important for us to be close to the beach and have a nice size pool. The attached balconies to the primary were and living room area were a nice touch. The decor and aesthetic met the beach home vibe we wanted and the organization and cleanliness definitely was top notch. There were some leftover items in the kitchen and pool area that we were able to use that came in handy, maybe some other small things would have been nice to have but because of its location on the Island we were able to obtain things very easy. My family definitely wants to comeback and did mention they wouldn’t mind coming back to this home as they enjoyed the accommodations and location to everything. Great host and communication, thank you for making our long awaited family vacation to Anna Maria Island one of the most memorable and enjoyable times we have had in a long time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

lucy s.

Wonderful!

Four adults, two kids stayed here over the Christmas holiday, and we had a wonderful time. The house itself is well-cared for and incredibly well-located. If you're not an Eagles fan you might not want to be QUITE so close to Sharkey's during football season, but otherwise -- being four blocks to pine and two blocks to one of the most incredible beaches in America could not be beat. The screened-in porch right off of the kitchen was wonderful place to have dinner or just read a book. The beach wagon and chairs and buckets were a great bonus. We never used the pool -- it didn't get super sunny back there when we were visiting around the shortest days of the year, so the water wasn't warm enough to swim -- but it looked lovely. One tip: if you're at all picky about pillows, bring your own. But the sheets and down comforters were a lovely touch and towels were great. All in all, would 100% stay here again. You can't go wrong.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Rachel B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Fun

This was our 4th time to AMI and first time to this house. In previous trips we’ve stayed north of Pine in newer, more open concept homes, and this house and location were perfect for our mixed age group family - 2 grandparents, 2 parents, 2 kids and 1 aunt who worked from the house during the week. The screened in porches were a highlight, and we felt they more than doubled the livable space. They also made it possible for everyone to be home and yet still have personal space. We really appreciated the peace of mind that comes with having the pool completely separate from the living areas (and the pool is as advertised - large and nice!). Though it’s not as high end as some houses in AMI, it is thoughtfully set up and well maintained. The owners shared plentiful information on both the house and the neighborhood - a far better set of recommendations than prior properties. The location made walking to the beach (as well as to breakfast and ice cream) with our kids a breeze. Close to everything and yet still a quiet and peaceful street - especially during the weekdays. We would definitely book this property again under similar circumstances.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable beach house for family vacation

This is a comfortable and pleasant beach house for a family vacation. Everything you need is provided.It is close to the beach and includes a nice pool in the backyard. It is also close to many restaurants and the shopping district. Most things are in walking distance. I would recommend it to anyone looking for a comfortable and inclusive experience on Anna Maria Island.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great home away from home close to the beach!

We spent two wonderful weeks in paradise. Our hosts were amazing - we had two small things we needed help with and they were simply wonderful and helpful. They even followed up later to make sure things were good. The house is even nicer in person. The kitchen is well stocked and there is pretty much everything you need. There is some beach stuff and what isn't there, is easily rentable. The house is almost exactly a 1/4 mile walk to the beach and close to so many restaurants and shops. And the pool is amazing!! I would gladly take my family back. One of my favorite VRBO properties I've stayed in!!!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Property in Prime Location

My family really enjoyed staying at this lovely home on Anna Maria. The home was very nice and well appointed. We had everything we needed. The location is close to the beach and close to many restaurants and other amenities. Communication was great. We would be delighted to stay at this property again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ideal Beach House Experience

We’ll maintained home and pool. No better location. Beach, restaurants, shops are a short walking distance, even by Toddler standards. Beach is 1.5 blocks away with entrance at end of street.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

This was a great house and location for our family vacation. The pool was perfect and the house was beautiful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A spotless rental in a great location with a BIG pool!

Our family of 4 did not need as much space as this house provides, but as our 6th annual summer vacation to AMI we have come to have 2 top priorities in a rental home: location and pool. We are big fans of Ginny & Jane E's, which is right around the corner. And this year, we fell in love with The Porch restaurant, only steps away from South Cay. The house was spotless, which is not always the case in a rental that isn't brand new. There are multiple porches and balconies that can be enjoyed when it's not the middle of the summer and doesn't feel like the surface of the sun in Florida ;) Our kids are 9 & 12 and really enjoy more pool time than beach time. We had a good balance of both, but they especially loved having a deep end for jumping and enough space to play for hours. We also really loved the new French inspired Mademoiselle restaurant and bakery - especially because the Crepery on Bridge St. is now only opened on weekends.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristina C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean, comfortable, perfect location

We enjoyed our week in Anna Maria, we’ve stayed on island multiple years and this was a great experience. The pool is definitely a plus, it’s bigger than normal Florida size! The location is ideal… close to beach and shops. House was very clean and size was great for our two families. The screened in porch on the street side was great for morning coffee, lounging after the beach, and at night!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

John V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice house rental

Very nice property. Close to the beach, shopping and dining on the north end of the island.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Ashley M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyed our time

Place was clean and as represented on the listing. Everything is programmed or has instructions so no worries there.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

susan b., Fort Wayne, IN

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Has all you need!

The location nearer to the top third of the island was perfect, a 5 minute walk to the beautiful beach. The house has all you need. Nicely laid out. 4 bedrooms. Beautiful pool with a waterfall that comes on in the afternoon. Our two granddaughters 10 and 8 loved it. Highly reccomend. Just was very helpful with thorough instructions!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022