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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 51076 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Bradenton Beach, FL
  • Place, Anna Maria Sound
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Bradenton Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Aluna Wellness Center & Spa
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Bradenton Beach

This condo places you next to Anna Maria Sound and within a 10-minute walk of Bradenton Beach. The condo includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Anna Maria Sound - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Bradenton Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Aluna Wellness Center & Spa - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Historic Bridge Street Pier - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Cortez Beach - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anna Maria Oyster Bar on the Pier - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Daquiri Deck Bradenton Beach - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Beach House Waterfront Restaurant - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Welcome to paradise! The pool is now open!

Settle into your own corner of island life in this gorgeous, 2 bedroom/2 bathroom condo at Runaway Bay! Truly a magical destination! Fully equipped with furniture, bedding, appliances, and cookware. Located merely steps from the pool. Bring your provided beach equipment, walk only a few steps and you're on the beach! Perfect for the whole family or a romantic getaway, this super comfortable vacation rental offers free WiFI, TVs in each bedroom and a large TV in living room. A screened and furnished patio with intimate seating, perfect for morning coffee or just a quiet place to start or end your sunny Florida day! Stock up on sunscreen, pack your flip-flops, and get ready for an incredible island vacation on Anna Maria Island! Make your reservation today!

Experience coastal luxury on Anna Maria Island. Your private beach escape awaits with deeded crosswalk access leading directly to the pristine white sands and turquoise waters. Relax poolside under the sun—the resort-style pool is now open and ready to enjoy.

All community amenities have been beautifully restored. The tennis courts, newly resurfaced pickleball court, and the fishing pier are fully open after their recent updates. The fitness center is the only amenity still completing its final renovations and will be reopening soon.

Please note that while most residences are complete, a few neighboring condos may still have light renovation activity. Rest assured, our commitment to a serene and elevated guest experience remains our top priority.

WHEN RENTING GOLF CARTS - GAS ONLY. NO ELECTRIC

The Runaway Bay Condominium has a lot to offer our guests:
• Tennis Court
• Fitness Center
• Largest Solar Heated Swimming Pool on Island
• Shuffle Board
• Bocce Ball
• Clubhouse with wifi
• Deeded Beach access across street
• Beautiful Fishing Pier
• Charcoal Grills on property for guest use
• On-Site Rental Management office
• Kayak & Canoe Launch

There is also a lot to do in the surrounding area:
Runaway Bay is in walking distance from the Historic Bridge Street, the Hub of entertainment in this wonderful beach community, a street where you can shop, dine, and play from beach to bay. The free trolley also makes a stop on Gulf Drive, right in front of Runaway Bay’s complex. Take the trolley to the beach or anywhere else you want to visit on the island without worrying about getting sand in your car. Visit downtown Anna Maria Island, Holmes Beach, or any of the local restaurants or establishments. You can even jump on the trolley for just a scenic ride around the island! In addition to the free trolleys, locals and visitors alike can travel up and down the island for exceptional quality seafood restaurants and coastal living shops via bike, golf cart, kayak, or boat. This area also offers a great variety of boat tours, fishing charters, parasailing, scuba diving, and Golf among many other exciting activities. There is no better way to experience Florida’s Gulf Coast than spending your vacation at Anna Maria Island. Whether you’re booking a family vacation or a trip with friends, be sure to call your travel agent and make reservations at this coastal condo at Runaway Bay!
The condo is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Massage
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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)

General

  • Unit size: 1,076 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to do close to this condo?

Located steps from Anna Maria Sound, this condo is in Bradenton Beach, and within a 10-minute walk of Bradenton Beach and Aluna Wellness Center & Spa. You'll also find Coquina Beach and Cortez Beach within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Welcome to paradise! The pool is now open!?

No, this condo doesn't offer parking.

Is there a spa at this condo?

Spa services at the condo include massages.

Is this condo associated with a casino?

No, this condo is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this condo?

No, there is no indoor pool at this condo.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Welcome to paradise! The pool is now open!?

Couples staying at this condo will appreciate amenities like a kitchen as well as massages and a heated pool.

Are there hot tubs at Welcome to paradise! The pool is now open!?

No, but guests can enjoy a heated pool at this condo.

Does this condo include breakfast service?

No, this condo doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this condo allow pets to stay for free?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this condo.

Are there connecting rooms at Welcome to paradise! The pool is now open!?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this condo.

How close is the airport from this condo?

The closest major airport to this condo is Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ), which is 15 mi away (24 minutes by car). Another top airport is St. Petersburg, FL (SPG-Albert Whitted), which is around 20.4 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Welcome to paradise! The pool is now open!?

Yes, every condo at Welcome to paradise! The pool is now open! comes with a balcony and some offer water views.

Welcome to paradise! The pool is now open! Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Mary

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Cleanliness
The location is great and we loved the pool.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Aaron M.

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

Great place

Good price and location, highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca C.

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

Beautiful beach!

We had a great time. We got to see manatees and dolphins while we were out in the ocean. It was absolutely amazing!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Roberta F.

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

March beach stay

Wonderful!! This place was great for our week stay as a family. Spacious condo unit stocked with needed supplies (we cooked there twice and found all we needed in the kitchen). It is a short walk to the beach and the pool is amazing! The walk to Bridge Street is great too! Would definitely book this again and highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

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

Bradenton

Good property for the value
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stacie P.

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

Lovely stay at the beach in February!

Runaway Bay is an amazing property. It’s a super quick walk to the beach, even quicker to the pool. We walked to Bridge Street a few times, not a bad walk. Unit was perfect for us. Had everything we needed, very clean, we were very comfortable. The decor is a little dated, but the pictures accurately depict and we were not at all disappointed. Will definitely stay again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marketa M.

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

Relax vacation

Very good equipment, 3 minutes from beach. Private parking and gym. Pool was closed during our stay but we are looking for the next visit when we can use it. Calm and safe area. We will come back definitely.
Stayed 15 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lubomir J.

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

Nice

👍👍👍
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Josh K.

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

Third stay at Runaway Bay

Check in was very easy. Being our third stay in Runaway Bay, we knew what to look forward to. Everything was great. One issue we had was that the door handle was missing on the master bathroom and my wife locked herself in. We had to slide her a butter knife so she could break out. Thanks again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Michele H.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Not clean at all...

We love Anna Maria and we were excited to be travelling again. The community is in a great location, the pool is fantastic and the beach is the best! Unfortunately, the condo was not at all clean: food crumbs under and around the dining table, sticky (syrup?) On the table, hair and dirt (and a penny) on bathroom floors, knob on pantry are actually black with filth...Just to name a few things. I would have expected during a pandemic there would be EXTRA care with the cleaning.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Nancy M.

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

Issues with unit 213

Some minor issues; dripping faucet in front bathroom and the tub stopper didn’t work. Tiny ants (sugar ants?) in master bedroom and living room. A can of ant spray was on the counter in the kitchen. So must be an ongoing problem. Water was shut off to complex for 2 days ( limited hours) on Monday and Tuesday. 4 Galion’s of water was provided for use to cook with, drink, brush teeth, etc… but still an inconvenience. Was told by Amanda they would have a meeting the week after to discuss compensation for this inconvenience. Pool closed one evening at 7:40 pm and the rest of the time at 8 pm? One site said it was open till 10pm… not true. Only 1 key was provided for this unit. Carpet by dining room has a large stain. Needs replaced or deep cleaned. Lastly the ice maker in the frig was not working. I left a paper with Jamie at the office on Friday concerning all the above… as of yet no response. And I previously called and left a VM with a few of the above issues. Condo was adequately stocked. This condo could use some updating though but was decently priced. The complex is very nice and well maintained. I would definitely consider staying in this complex again but not in this unit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Denise S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Good Deal

The unit has all that is necessary for a short stay and is a good price for what it is offered. With that being said, I was glad I didn't have to make meals in the kitchen. The cabinets and refrigerator door all open the wrong way making the work flow complicated. The air conditioner does not cool the Master bedroom and the fan blade is twisted which makes the fan motor have a humming noise. Master Bedroom hot water faucet leaks and must have a towel to prevent it from going on floor. There were ants in the bedroom and bathroom which crawled inside my makeup bag and book if I left them on the counter. The unit needed a DEEP cleaning and I made management aware by showing them the dirt. However, no one offered to make it right. But long story short, if you are willing to put up with a few minor inconveniences the place is worth it!! Beautiful view of pond off deck, easy access to beach and pool. Oh, and buy your own ice, because the ice maker is very noisy and will keep you up all night banging if it needs to make ice, especially if you are not sleeping well because of the lack of air in M.B.
Stayed 16 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The condo was clean and very spacious. Easy to get to the beach. Would stay there again
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021