Bradenton Beach is a small and quaint town located on Anna Maria Island in Florida, and it is a popular destination for spending a relaxing weekend. Known for its fishing piers and sugar-sand beaches, you can expect to participate in various water-related activities such as fishing, kayaking, or taking a dip in the sea. Adrenaline junkies can opt to go parasailing or jet-skiing too! For those who prefer to go shopping, there are plenty of small boutiques and shops where you can find all sorts of items like jewelry or small house ornaments. Do these exciting things to do in Bradenton Beach make you want to visit this city pretty soon? For your upcoming vacation, check out this list of the best Vrbo vacation rentals in Bradenton Beach, Anna Maria Island, Florida.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 08, 2024.
1. Cozy studio apartment by the gulf (from USD 202)
This fully furnished studio apartment is conveniently located by the beach, making it the ideal romantic accommodation for a couple’s retreat. A queen-sized bed occupies the only bedroom in the apartment and you can make simple meals from the small kitchen. The apartment also comes with a balcony that has views of the pool and the gulf in the distance. The fishing piers and the town’s restaurants are also just a short bus or trolley ride away from the apartment.
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and the parking was private and coveredI rarely take the car once it's parkedIt had everything we needed beach chairs towelsThe studio is just the right size for one or twoAlso the murphy bed was much smaller than our king/memory foam at home - so I usually ended up on the sofa during the nightCleanliness:
The pool was very clean with full afternoon sunhad everything we needed and was very clean and comfortable Would definitely stay here againThis rental was very clean and nicely decorated with lovely furnishings and plenty of dishes and pans I did have trouble adjusting to the sound of the traffic and street lights as I am from a rur...Host:
Well maintained and close to everything Steps to pool and awesome beach Contact person Neece very responsive to requests and questionsVery good communication with NeeceWe had a great time I love the area and the beachesand she even went as far as helping me find another VRBO because the unit was booked after my original check-out dateNeese is quick to respond and goes above and beyondRead more reviewsLocation:
It is near a Trolly stopThe beach is right behind the complex and in a great spotGreat place to stay Very clean and in a quite locationWe found the food prices on the island very reasonable - less than we pay in Upstate NYand it's a quick drive into Bradenton or Sarasota
2. Comfortable one-bedroom unit with gulf view (from USD 200)
This ground-level unit, which has spectacular views of the beach and gulf from your front yard, has been refurbished with new floorings, cabinet and a granite counter top in the kitchen. A queen-sized bed can be found in the only bedroom in the unit. In the fenced backyard, you would be sharing the amenities, like the heated pool and gas grill, with the other units. The island shops and restaurants are also just a short ‘trolley’ ride away. Do note that this Bradenton Beach vacation rental is located in a quiet residential area so parties of any sort are strictly prohibited on the premises.
3. Condo unit with amazing Runaway Bay view (from USD 210)
This spacious beach-themed condominium unit has been recently furnished and boasts two bedrooms and two bathrooms. It also comes with lovely views of the waters of Runaway Bay. You will be able to find a king-sized bed in the master bedroom and two twin beds in the other bedroom. If there are more of you, there is also a king-sized mattress available.
This Anna Maria Island gulf front rental makes the stay even more worthwhile by providing access to the resort’s facilities such as the swimming pool, tennis court, gym, and private fishing dock.
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Beautiful views of the water and boats in the morning from the master bedroom and living/dining/The view is amazing You can see the bay from living room and master bedroomis to give the owners to change the pictures on the websiteThe appartement provided all the things you need Great view of bayIt was equipped with everything you could needCleanliness:
The unit is spacious and nicely decoratedA nicely furnished very comfortable clean apartment with spectacular views over the bayOur neighbors were very nice and considerate The sheets for the KING size mattress kept coming off (not deep pockets)especially the fans over the beds/The unit is furnished with everything I needed Clean and attractive Newer appliancesHost:
The owner is really helpful and try to make you always happyThe owner was very helpful and responded quickly about booking infoThe owner is great to work with and very responsive Would definitely stay againI can not wait to return Only suggestionThe owner was very attentive to all our needs and has put a lot of thought into the decoration of the apartmentRead more reviewsLocation:
clean and tropical Located close to Bridge Street shopsGrocery was a 5 minute drive Perfect location and unitAt the north end of the islandPerfect place to relax perfect Location for Beaches shopping fishing sight seeingThe condo had everything we needed and very close to anna maria island which is a very beautiful place to hang out Beach access was just across the street
4. Beautiful beach cottage with two bedrooms (from USD 250)
This beautifully renovated cottage is situated right across from the award-winning Coquina Beach on the island. The two bedrooms contain a king-sized bed and two twin beds supplied with comfortable cotton sheets. Linens and towels are also provided for your convenient use. The kitchen is also fully equipped and should have sufficient appliances to cook your catch of the day. Do note that the backyard and pool area is a shared space with the unit downstairs.
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I'd looked at pictures and read reviewsThe pool is the perfect size with pool and beach toys and chairs Nice bedrooms with laundry in the condoThe decor was beach themed and the furniture and beds were comfortable We were steps away from the beachWe enjoyed being at the beach and then cooling off in the poolThe owners Al and Angie thought of many little things to welcome us and make our stay all the more wonderful including providing an abundance of beach towels and a small starter pack of paper towe...Cleanliness:
It was very clean and well keptAngie's Place was clean and nicely decoratedAppreciated the faux wood flooring throughout the space (easy to sweep and clean) and the full size washer and dryer (which we used almost daily)The bathrooms are very niceA very nice clean apartment 1/2 block from gulf and bayHost:
the owner was very niceand they like their home are delightfulOur kids loved how close we were to the beachThe property management was very attentive and quick to answer any questionsWe left well relaxed and fun filled memoriesRead more reviewsLocation:
Centrally located on island Right across from Cortez beachWalking distance from the beach (1min )The location is great with a short walk to the beach restaurants and shopsWe used the grill to cook out and also visited Skinny's for the best burgers & French fries and Sharky's for seafood in pub like settingAngie's Place is a quaint beach cottage within a few steps of the beautiful Bradenton Beach as well as an island trolley
5. Comfortable beachside unit near Bridge Street (from USD 183)
This two-bedroom and one-bathroom Bradenton Beach rental, with access to a communal pool, is just steps away from the soft sands of Cortez Beach. You will find two queen-sized beds in the bedrooms and a fully equipped kitchen in this unit. You can also enjoy access to communal amenities such as an outdoor barbecue grill and some beach equipment. If you feel like heading out for an evening meal, make the short trip to Bridge Street and enjoy yourself at one of the many restaurants.
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The beach chairs and umbrellas do need to be replacedthe bed wasn’t real comfortableThe complimentary beach chairs needed to b replaced but that was our only complaintThe pictures show how it looksthere was only two chairs and one little tableCleanliness:
The vacation rental was very cleanthe full sized washer and dryer was a big bonusI was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rentalbeds and couches were very goodA wonderful location and a clean bright well maintained apartmentHost:
Love love love the placeI was more than happy with the locationI was more than happy with the locationI was very happy with the locationI was very happy with the locationRead more reviewsLocation:
We enjoyed the location across the street from the gulf and within walking distance of so many delicious restaurants coffee shop and shoppingLocation was hard to beat being right across from beach walking distance to bridge street etcBut really overall it’s a great place andYou could not ask for a better location walking to everything Nice little pool areaWe walked to the pier to fish and to several of our favorite restaurants and of course Joe's for ice cream
6. Beachside bungalow with fully equipped kitchen (from USD 175)
Nestled away in a quiet neighborhood on the island, this Anna Maria Island beach house rental has recently been remodeled and is only five minutes away from the nearest beach. There are two bedrooms here, where you will find one queen-sized bed and two twin beds. The kitchen is also fully equipped with new stainless steel appliances to cook that perfect meal. You are also welcome to use the shared heated pool.
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The 6 of us were comfortable with compact size yet did not feel crowdedThe accommodations have everything that you may need to prepare simple mealsThe rental itself was fineeverything you would need is in apartmentOnly thing could not use BBQCleanliness:
umbrellas apartment nice and cleanWe even used the washer and dryer to wash clothesI was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rentalI was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rentalI was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rentalHost:
Lovely thought with all beach things you would need available as well from buckets and spades to chairs blow upsI was more than happy with the locationI was more than happy with the locationI was very happy with the locationI was very happy with the locationRead more reviewsLocation:
The location is central on the island to go anywhere quicklyWe really enjoyed Anna Maria IslandOnly s couple of minutes walk to the beachIt is a comfortable place to relax and is in a great locationThe new pool is a definite plus and we really enjoyed the loungers at the pool
Florida's hidden gem
Bradenton Beach is, without a doubt, Florida’s answer to the perfect summer beach holiday. Whether you’re just staying for the weekend, for a week or longer, there are enough things to do to recharge your body and soul. So get planning with your partner or with your best mates!
If you want to extend the fun, you can check out the beach resorts in Sarasota, which are roughly 30 minutes from Bradenton Beach.
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