Anna Maria Island is a small barrier island off the coast of Florida. Its natural beauty and pristine waters have been maintained because it only became a settlement in the early 20th century and has not experienced any major industrialization. Presently, it is a popular retreat for many in the area. Families love to take a break from the hustle and bustle of city life by visiting their second homes so that they can lounge in beach chairs and soak up the sun. Visitors to this area enjoy renting fishing charters and the various avenues for water sports. The highlight of this island has to be the preserved white sand beaches. In Anna Maria and don’t know where to stay? Keep reading to find out about the best beach houses in Anna Maria Island, Florida.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) host status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and access to beach. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on March 13, 2023.
1. Waterfront home with private beach for eight people (from USD 525)
This accommodation is a sprawling 2,200 sq. ft (204 sq. m) private home that can accommodate eight people. It has three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a deck that runs along the entire home. The master bathroom faces the waterfront which is sure to grant some romantic views. One of the best features of this place is the private beach with lounge chairs where you can spend the evening watching the waves crash on the shore or the colours of the sunset. The place itself has been colourfully decorated and the entire place is open with plenty of windows allowing a light and airy atmosphere.
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grab coffee at ginny’s or for a real treat have breakfast or lunch at my amithis is a beautiful place to stay with panoramic views of the bay out of almost every roomthe master bedroom has a waterside view from the bed that i adoredvery comfortable and uniquely amazing architectural home perfectly decorated with super comfortable furnishingsgreat views from the deck and living areasCleanliness:
the house was impeccably clean and very comfortablethe kitchen appliances are clean and up to dateclean and comfortable enjoyed the island as usualthe weber gas grill is clean and up to dateit has all the basics and is very cleanHost:
laura (host) is extremely responsive and made sure the house was ready for us to enjoylaura the owner is helpful and responsivevery nice and accommodatingwe found the perfect beach vacation home away from homegorgeous home absolutely perfect for a weekend getawayRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is well worth the moneyperfect location and great for familiesthe property is nice and the location is the bestall problems aside the location is great and the private beach access makes this property worth the moneyyou are on the quiet side of the island with an easy walk to restaurants and shops
2. bungalow for six guests (from USD 338)
This is listing is a bungalow that was built in the 1950s. It can accommodate six people as it has two bedrooms and two bathrooms and occupies 1,205 sq. ft (112 sq. m). It is located on the much sought-after north end of the island and is a two-minute walk to Bean Point beach. One of the nicest features of this listing is the bunkhouse which has been described as children’s delight. It has bunk beds, a TV, and many games that the kids can use to amuse themselves. The hosts do provide bicycles and minimal beach equipment.
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although the bunk house has no bathroom it really is a perfect hangout sleeping area for teenagersthe beds were amazingly comfortable everything was up to date (including appliances) and the decor was very invitingwe loved our long weekend in this sweet and comfortable cottagemy husband and i enjoyed being able to walk for coffee in the mornings as wellthis is a great value for all the wonderful amenitiesCleanliness:
the place was clean and well stocked for all needsvery clean easy walk to the beachthe house was perfect for what we needed and was very cleani encourage anyone to go to them all as they have different things to offereasy check in and check out great communicationHost:
the response from the management company and from the owner was excellentthe owners are great and their management crew is just as greatdon was very responsive to all my questionsi gotta say i am most impressed with the fact that this owner does not require a long-term rentalthe owner responded immediately when we had questions the house was clean and provided all the amenitiesRead more reviewsLocation:
great location to beans point in walking distanceperfect location a cute little homeit's location on anna maria is ideal for beach shopping and eatingjust the right size and location was perfectthe perfect size and location for our family vacation
3. Quaint blue house for six guests (from USD 550)
This is a cute little beachside cottage with an open floor plan. One of the best features of this listing is the private pool whose waters resemble the crystal clear waters of the sea. The backyard is also complete with outdoor dining and grill. Inside, you’ll find a professional chef’s kitchen that has been equipped with anything you may need to whip up the perfect meal. If you don’t feel like cooking, you can always walk four minutes down to the beach or take a stroll down to Pine Avenue where you’ll find many popular restaurants. It can accommodate six people as it has two bedrooms and two bathrooms.
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the rain showers were a treat and the beds were comfortablegreat pool and lanai area as wellbeautiful home and all of the amenities neededthe entertaining floor plan is open and easy to navigatewe stayed in this beautiful home for one week with our 4 kids; 11 8 6 and 1Cleanliness:
it was so clean and the kitchen was top notchthe house is clean and beautiful and well suppliedspacious private clean well equipped and perfectly locatedthis property is a new favorite it was so clean and filled with every amenity we could wantHost:
the owner of this property is the bestfrankie is a gracious host; easy to communicate with and very accommodatingfrankie was most accommodating and always responsivewe will definitely return full points and thanks a lot to frankie the ownerfrankie was amazing and very accommodatingRead more reviewsLocation:
close to beach shopping & great foodgreat location outdoor area is amazingthe pool was fantastic the location was amazingthe home is ideally located - close to the best beach and close to restaurants & shopswe loved the home and the location to everything was perfect
4. Palm Isle retreat for six guests (from USD 263)
This accommodation is 1,640 sq. ft (152 sq. m), and can accommodate six guests. It has two bedrooms and two bathrooms which are newly renovated. The best feature is the private, backyard with a fence, which holds a fire pit, a hot tub, and a patio table. It is close to a number of beaches, restaurants, shops, and grocery stores. If you don’t have vehicles, you can walk five minutes down to Holmes Beach or you can use the four bikes they’ve provided to explore the area. The hosts have also been kind enough to provide a paddleboard and two kayaks for use.
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the beds were excellent with not your average beach house rental linensclean property with all the amenities including a toddler booster seat (very appreciated)we also loved having a hot tub to warm up in while it rainedwe had a wonderful stay with our family) beautiful porch to enjoy sitting outsideCleanliness:
house was very clean and comfyinside of house clean and modernthe unit was very clean and in a quiet neighborhoodthe entire house was very clean and comfortablethe house was very clean and cozy with everything needed at our accessHost:
the owner was responsive and helpfulgreat restaurants with engaging wait staff (though we ate in often since the home had everything we needed)overall vibe of the island was relaxed & friendlythe beach is amazingthank you so much tonyaRead more reviewsLocation:
the location was perfectthe location is a short walk to the beach and the neighborhood is quiet and prettypalm isle retreat was the perfect location for our first vacation to amithis was the perfect location and provided everything we neededgreat little house just right for 3 adult siblings to spend a long weekend together
5. House with pool for eight guests (from USD 195)
This listing can accommodate eight guests as it has three bedrooms and three bathrooms. It is a short distance (5 miles or 8 kilometres) from most of the popular shops and restaurants in the area and only a four-minute walk to the beach. The rooms have been decorated with hues of blue to match the waters of the sea. The listing comes with a flat-screen television in each room, free beach equipment, and private boat parking.
Top guest reviews
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strong wifi and tv in every bedroom and living roombeds were very comfortablethis cottage was perfect for our family of 5great location and good amount of spaceit was so nice to not have to bring our ownCleanliness:
the house was clean and had a cute beachy ambiancethe pool was awesome very clean and big enough for our family of 5 to float comfortablythe beds in all 3 bedrooms were very comfortable the bathrooms very cleaneverything was in working order clean and communication with owner was goodexcellent location very clean responsive homeowner this place was perfect for our party of 5Host:
the owner is fantastic to deal withthe property was great and response from owner was very timely and promptrichard was a great host and very responsiverichard was very kind and responsivewe were very happy to have two showersRead more reviewsLocation:
great walking distance to beachthe location was perfectwalk to beach is easyvery cute close to the beach nice neighborhood conveniently located to grocery store restaurants and anything you needwe loved how close it was to the beach maybe 5 minute walk at the most
6. Gorgeous home for large families
If you’re a larger group of up to eight people, then this is the place for you. This listing has four bedrooms and four bathrooms spread throughout the three levels. The ocean will call you through the windows in each and every single room, and if you choose to, you can just take a few steps down to the beach. It has rustic décor with neutrals and warm wooden tones but has complete state-of-the-art appliances. The dining area can accommodate 10 people and has a wine bar which makes it perfect for entertaining. It is 2,600 sq. ft (240 sq. m).
Accommodates: 8
Minimum Nights: 2
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 30 days before check-in.
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we would like to recommend a knife sharpener and maybe a large stockpot in the kitchenloved the property pool views and proximity to the beachthe master bedroom has beautiful views of the ocean plus a large balconythis is a beautiful house with views of ocean and 2 houses away from the beachwe stayed 4 nights over the thanksgiving holiday weekendCleanliness:
very clean and modernour family of 6 adults and 18 month old twins was everything we hoped forHost:
the owners were accommodating helpful and kinda big thank you to the owners for sharing their lovely homethe owners are very responsive and accommodating and kept in touch throughout our stayscott and colleen were perfect hoststhey treated our family like their ownRead more reviewsLocation:
beautiful home and perfect location to town and beacha very short walk to a beach which is now a favorite beachwe also enjoyed the walk-ability of the propertyit’s beautiful very close to the beach and the pool area is awesomethank you for having us at your property the location and house both exceeded our expectations
7. Contemporary beach house for five guests
This listing is a contemporary beach house that is only a short walk of four minutes to the beach. Beach equipment including chairs, a cooler, an umbrella, bicycles, and a beach cart have been provided. However, if you’re not in the mood to get sandy, you can relax in the private saltwater pool in the backyard. It has a newly remodelled kitchen complete with stainless steel appliances. It can accommodate five people.
Accommodates: 5
Minimum Nights: 7
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 30 days before check-in.
Top guest reviews
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the house itself is so cool with tile through-out beautiful furnishings and the kitchen so well equippedthe pool and patio is awesome it felt like a private little paradisethe back yard was a tropical oasis with lush garden and awesome pool with waterfallsthe kitchen is well equipped the landscaping tropical and beautiful and the pool fantasticcome here to enjoy the beach great sunsets excellent bird watching and the appreciation of natureCleanliness:
the house is very clean and well maintainedit not only was clean but it was nicely furnished and quietthe home is so clean and had top notch amenitiesthe house was clean well stocked close to the beach and the pool/yard is paradisewe just spent a week here and loved it the house was beautiful and super cleanHost:
david was very accommodating communicative and an excellent hostthanks again to the owners for your hospitality and for making this such a beautiful homethe owners are terrific and very accommodatingour communications with the property owners both prior to our arrival and during our stay was excellentour stay here has been great the owner of the property david has been very accommodatingRead more reviewsLocation:
walk to beach is super fast and easythanks it was nice having a publix so close for our shoppingin really nice neighborhood and very quiet surroundingsthe house is in a great location and has everything you will need to make your stay completeperfect place for a perfect family getaway
Enjoy Anna Maria Island
Whether you’re here for the sights or for the activities, you’re sure to have your fill of fun. What did you think about these beach houses? Do let us know!
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