This vacation home places you within a 10-minute stroll of Bradenton Beach and Island Gallery West. The vacation home includes a private pool, a kitchen, and a refrigerator.
Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 30 min drive
Restaurants
The Ugly Grouper - 6 min walk
Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - 4 min drive
Dunkin' - 5 min drive
Skinny's Place - 4 min drive
Ginny's & Jane E's - 4 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
5 Minute Short Walk To Beach, Shops and Restaurants - Single Level Home
Recently renovated with a brand-new kitchen, bathrooms, and all new furniture!
Welcome to Blue Bella on Anna Maria Island
Your island escape awaits in our spacious 5-bedroom, 3-bath ranch-style home—all on one easy, breezy level. Perfect for: • Family vacations • Wedding guest stays • Fishing & golfing getaways • That annual girls’ trip you swear you’ll keep doing forever Just a 5-minute walk to the beach, shopping, amazing restaurants—or head straight out back to the huge pool or cozy fire pit. Warning: you’ll want to return every year.
The Home • Single-story ranch layout—no stairs, no stress • Open-concept kitchen + family room with tons of hangout space • Bedroom layout: o Side A: 3 bedrooms + 2 bathrooms One bedroom has an ensuite + private patio access o Side B: 2 bedrooms + 1 central bathroom • Every bedroom includes closet space + TV • Extra-large pool with afternoon shade (perfect cool-down time)* • Large outdoor fire-pit lounge for nighttime stories & s’mores
Beach & Home Essentials We provide: • Beach towels, chairs, wagon, cooler • Bath towels, sheets, blankets (professionally laundered) • Fully stocked kitchen with dishware, utensils & a blender made for vacation-level drinks • Starter set of essentials (dish soap, trash bags, bath soap, etc.)
The Fun Stuff (aka why you’ll never want to leave) Location, Location, Island Vocation: • 5-minute golf cart ride to AMI Beach Café for all-you-can-eat pancakes (Dad-approved!) • 2 minutes to Freckled Fin Irish Pub for a cold beer • 5 minutes to Dips Ice Cream—a must-stop • The Doctor’s Office is just 2 minutes away mixing up dreamy cocktails • The Ugly Grouper: if things get… well, ugly, you’re just a 1-minute golf cart ride home • Fresh seafood from Captain Anthony’s Seafood Market + sides from Publix = the perfect grill night • Hop on the free Island Trolley to explore Coquina Beach or Anna Maria City Pier • Ginny’s & Jane E’s for cinnamon rolls the size of your head • Sunset at The Sand Bar—don’t forget the piña colada with a dark rum floater • Historic Bridge Street for shopping, street music & souvenirs • Tide Tables: legendary fried grouper • Starfish: fried shrimp that people swear is life-changing
Island Living at Its Best • Lazy afternoons reading while the kids splash in the pool • Quick walk to the sugar-white sand whenever you want • Keep an eye out for manatees or sea turtles • Challenge the crew to a card game at the large 8-seat kitchen table • In the evening, stroll to the beach for a sunset that melts stress instantly Sleeping arrangements: • 1 King master suite with ensuite • 2 Queen bedrooms • 2 Twin-bed rooms • TVs in every room
Experience AMI
Anna Maria Island is a seven-mile slice of vintage Florida charm—flip-flops required, speed limits low, relaxation guaranteed.
See y’all soon at Blue Bella!
*Pool heat available for an additional charge.
Inquire for shorter stays in the off-season.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and 3 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 5 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a private pool, a washing machine, and a coffee maker.
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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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Comprehensive recycling policy
Water-efficient toilets
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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
Pets
This property doesn't allow pets
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 10
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 25
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10.
Frequently asked questions
What's there to do near this vacation home?
This vacation home in Holmes Beach is within a 10-minute walk of Bradenton Beach and Island Gallery West. You'll also find Bean Point Beach and Anna Maria Beach within a short drive.
Is parking available on site at this vacation home?
No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.
Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.
Is 5 Minute Short Walk To Beach, Shops and Restaurants - Single Level Home a good place to stay for couples?
There are many amenities for couples at this vacation home, including a private pool, private pools in some accommodations, as well as an outdoor pool.
Are there hot tubs at 5 Minute Short Walk To Beach, Shops and Restaurants - Single Level Home?
No, but guests can enjoy a heated pool at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home offer breakfast?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?
No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.
Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?
No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.
What is the closest airport to this vacation home?
The closest major airport to this vacation home is Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ), which is 18.1 mi away (30 minutes by car). Another top airport is St. Petersburg, FL (SPG-Albert Whitted), which is around 18.3 mi away.
Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at 5 Minute Short Walk To Beach, Shops and Restaurants - Single Level Home?
No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at 5 Minute Short Walk To Beach, Shops and Restaurants - Single Level Home.