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Free bikes+tandem kayaks+beach cart+hot tub+dock+heated pool ALL 5 STAR REVIEWS!

Free bikes+tandem kayaks+beach cart+hot tub+dock+heated pool ALL 5 STAR REVIEWS!

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Property grounds
Sunny west facing pool with a porch swing, dining table and French doors!
Private fishing and boat dock, perfect for launching the included double kayaks!
Living area
Bathroom

Overview of Free bikes+tandem kayaks+beach cart+hot tub+dock+heated pool ALL 5 STAR REVIEWS!

Reviews
5 out of 5 Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8260 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

Check out the area

Anna Maria, FL
  • Popular LocationBean Point Beach7 min walk
  • Popular LocationAnna Maria Beach9 min walk
  • Popular LocationAnna Maria City Pier16 min walk
  • AirportTampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)69 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Children's room

Guest room

Master 1

Master 2

3 bathrooms

Guest

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Outdoor shower

Master Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Outside Cabana

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Office
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Free bikes+tandem kayaks+beach cart+hot tub+dock+heated pool ALL 5 STAR REVIEWS!

Ahhhh-welcome to Beach Nest! We look forward to welcoming you and yours!
Ready to satisfy that oh-my-gosh-we-need-a-vacation? Beach Nest will make you absolutely swoon. Kick off your shoes and throw them in the back of the closet. Promise yourselves to live in bathing suits from breakfast to bedtime!
Vacationers, dreamers, honeymooners, would-be family-reunion planners and just plain oglers -- peer into our rooms! Fancifully concocted with the latest interior whimsy. Gaze at flowers, trees, mosses, grasses, ferns, a breathtaking swimming pool, a well-landscaped garden, trellises and furniture that has been collected and restored to transform the yard into a water-lovers’ Eden.
Watch the kayaks bob by and the dolphins play. Throw in a line from your private fishing dock. Rent kayaks and explore the mangrove shaded intercoastal waterway.
Welcome to Beach Nest! Beach Nest gives the feeling of joyous spontaneity with vivid colors, cushie-comfy furniture and details that are confident and filled with imagination. You can see it in a master bedroom with an antique chandelier, king bed covered with a red, white and blue quilt and an ensuite bathroom with a claw foot tub. French doors open to the pool and water view. The second master is pretty-in-pale-pink, with a European king-sized bed, antique mirror and a white marble ensuite bathroom that makes a special bedroom just a little more special. French doors open to the front garden with views of palm trees and orchids. A flowered crewel bedspread is draped over the four poster queen bed in yet another guest room. The children’s room has a trundle with another pull-out twin and can be decorated for the princess or the prince in your group. All adults? We can do that too! They share a bright and beautiful hall bath.
A sparkling clean and light kitchen is outfitted to make the chef in your group happy. Food processor, blender, gas range, Calphalon pots and pans, electric juicer, Nespresso and Keurig coffee makers, electric tea kettle, blender, Nespresso and Keurig coffee pots, toaster and mixer plus a stock pot and a good set of carving knives. Dishes: crystal wine glasses, full set of china, colorful serving dishes, brandy snifters, beer glasses, wine buckets, dessert bowls, coffee mugs, etc. plus cook books galore! The dining area seats eight with a view.
Over-sized couches surround a flat screen and each adult bedroom has a flat screen. Free wifi at the fastest speed too! Piano anyone? Twelve string guitar-we have that too! Or gazing at the stars through the telescope? A desk and lounge chair with a water view are a cozy spot to chat, read a book or pretend to check in with the office. Free wifi! Mangrove shaded water views, a boat dock, outside dining plus a swing on the porch complete the picture.
Within walking distance to shopping and restaurants, Beach Nest is ideally set just 6 houses from the Gulf of Mexico beach on the north end. Whether you dream of a break from the winter cold, a long honeymoon retreat or the perfect family getaway destination, Beach Nest offers you the finest in beauty, comfort and convenience.
Come and experience the true island magic of Anna Maria, one the most un-self-consciously 'hip' islands on the west coast of Florida and one of the few places on earth that offers such peace, serenity and escape from the crowds.
By now you’ve probably heard of Anna Maria Island. And if you haven’t, you will in 5…4…3…2…1 – someone will have mentioned it to you in the time it took to read that. That’s because it’s an uber-fun, absolutely addicting, everyone-who-stays-here-loves-it vacation spot that you just need to know about.
You've picked Beach Nest, only 6 houses from the sugar white sand of Gulf of Mexico. Sunsets to die for and dolphin sightings guaranteed! Walk to boutiques, restaurants, ice cream shops or the free trolley. Rent a bike or golf cart and get around the way the locals do!

Property manager

Elizabeth Walker
Premier Host
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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed
The maximum over

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is permitted outside only please
Anna Maria Island has a 10 PM to 8 AM quiet zone

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Note from host: The maximum over
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Anna Maria

Located in Anna Maria, this vacation home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Anna Maria Beach and Cortez Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider AMI Paddleboard Adventures and Fish Hole Adventure Golf. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Bradenton Beach - 5 min walk
  • Bean Point Beach - 7 min walk
  • Anna Maria Beach - 9 min walk
  • Anna Maria Island Museum and Historical Park - 13 min walk
  • Anna Maria City Pier - 16 min walk

Getting around

  • Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - 8 min drive
  • The Waterfront Restaurant - 17 min walk
  • Sandbar Seafood & Spirits - 15 min walk
  • The Ugly Grouper - 6 min drive
  • Harry's Grill - 14 min walk

Reviews

5

Exceptional

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5/5

Cleanliness

5/5

Check-in

5/5

Communication

5/5

Location

5/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect!
Everything was as advertised, if not better. Each room was spacious, cozy, and lovely décor to match. It really had a home away from home feel. The pool area was set-up for comfort and the dock on the inlet was a nice bonus. We were lucky enough to see manatees on two separate occasions. The house comes with two bikes and tandem kayak. Need I say more…Owners are very thoughtful and assist with any questions you may have as well provide beneficial information regarding local dinning and hang-out spots. If/when I return to the island I will look to stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

4/5 Good

Carol K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Serene Setting
We had a wonderful vacation at Beach Nest. The setting is beautiful and relaxing. The yard is beautiful and private. Having access to the canal and kayaks was fun. It was a perfect location, a quick walk/bike ride to the beach or Pine Street. We enjoyed the delicious cookie and champagne waiting for us upon our arrival. The home is open and well laid out for a large family. There are however some areas that need attention. The upholstery in both the living and dining area needs to be cleaned and there are a few dining chairs with ripped upholstery. Some of the blinds are non-functional. The back wooden step is beginning to split and is a concern with bare feet in the pool area. Adding some landscape lighting would add to the enjoyment/safety of the beautiful yard from both the outside and inside in the evenings. One toilet was marginally functional. It ran constantly after being flushed due to a broken flush rod. After a few days of manually adjusting to shut it off, I contacted the owner. The issue was promptly addressed but the toilet was never fixed during our 2 week stay and there was no further communication regarding the repair. The bedrooms were spacious and comfortable. The home is advertised with 2 king bedrooms. One is actually a queen mattress on a king frame. Overall, several minor things added up for our stay that would have been a 5 star without them. We had a great relaxing time and look forward to returning to AMI.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2024

5/5 Excellent

Elsa D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous Home in Quiet Neighborhood near beach and restaurants
Beautiful tropical oasis with privacy, yard space, pool/spa, gorgeous decor, 2 master suites plus a double and trundle bedroom, workstation and dining with a view and huge kitchen in open plan layout. House exceeded our expectations in every way - and being right on a canal was another nice treat. Hospitality was amazing with lots of travel tips and even welcome treats. Hard to beat this place and great quiet neighborhood on cul de sac street was a bonus.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

5/5 Excellent

Rachel R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and location
Very nice house with ample space for family of five. Pool and hot tub were great. We loved kayaking in the water way and biking on the beach. It was an easy walk to the white sand beach and we got some great family photos at sunset. The area was really nice with the quintessential beach cottages. There was a small farmer’s market on Tuesdays with live music. Overall it was an excellent vacation. I highly recommend the house and area!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

4/5 Good

Beth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Anna Maria Island paradise
The house is very nice. Everyone loved the pool and spa ( they are gorgeous) My husband drew a picture of it for future ideas for us. Short walk to beach. Saw a manatee in the canal off the dock. We kayaked twice, the last time we made it Tampa Bay. Found sand dollars etc.. on beach. Had a little difficulty with the TV . The landscaping is beautiful ( I love the flagstone) and backyard very private. We had a wonderful stay
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

About the host

Hosted by Elizabeth Walker

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My husband and I have lived on Anna Maria Island for 20 years. We personally manage everything from securing advance groceries, passing you the keys, making restaurant or bike rental reservations, etc..... until you say good by. We are always available to answer any questions or concerns, give advice or guidance. We look forward to meeting you and yours and helping you have the vacation that memories are made of. Liza please view our other property-it is beachfront! Nest on the Beach VRBO 1331810

Why they chose this property

Iris Street is the only north-end and Gulf-side cul-de-sac with a canal. We also have a removable child fence to prevent little ones from wandering down the dock. You have the best of all worlds. Privacy, pool, hot tub, water view, kayaking, fishing, quiet, ambience and yet only a three minute walk to one of the prettiest sunset beaches in Florida!

What makes this property unique

Kayak with the manatees or walk barefoot along the beach to restaurants, ice-cream and boutiques! Piano, 12 string guitar, loads of books and a telescope plus all the channels you can think of on the television. You'll never be bored!

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