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A heated pool
TV
Interior
7 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Property grounds

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

7 bedrooms8 bathroomsSleeps 16632 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer

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Anna Maria, FL
  • Place, Anna Maria Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Bean Point Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Bradenton Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪42 min drive‬

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Island Retreat! Pool, Spa, Rooftop Views and Covered Outdoor Dining

Bay View Beauty by AMI Locals

881 N Shore Dr, Anna Maria, FL 34216
VR18-000097

Welcome to Bay View Beauty, part of our Exclusive Collection. This luxurious seven-bedroom, seven and a half bath beachfront home with direct beach access and unobstructed bay views. Ideally located along Anna Maria’s North Shore Drive, this luxury retreat places you steps from the white-sand Bay beaches, minutes from the Gulf beaches and Bean Point, and within walking distance of Pine Avenue’s boutique shops and restaurants. With a resort-style pool and spa, private decks overlooking the water, and exclusive guest amenities.

Highlights
• Beachfront with direct access to beaches
• Private pool and spa
• 7 Bedrooms / 7.5 Bathrooms
• 6 Kings, 1 Full-over-Full Bunk
• Dog friendly with host approval
• Luxury beach bikes, chairs, umbrellas, and beach cart included
• Private balconies with panoramic views
• Walking distance to Pine Avenue dining and shops
• Close proximity to Bean Point and Gulf beaches
• 4 parking spaces

Exclusive Amenities
• 6 Seat Club Car Cru Golf Cart for Guest Use
• Luxury Beach Bikes for Guest Use
• Luxury Beach Chairs, 2 Beach Umbrellas and a Beach Cart for Guest Use
• Upgraded Bed and Bath Linens and Toiletries
• Portable Pack and Play

Step into your backyard oasis, complete with a heated pool and bubbling spa, surrounded by tropical landscaping and lounge chairs perfect for basking in the sun. After a day of swimming, retreat to the covered patio for cocktails or family dinners grilled on the BBQ. As part of the Exclusive AMI Collection, guests enjoy premium perks including a 6-seat golf cart, four luxury beach bikes, and upgraded linens.

The open concept main living area is designed for relaxation and connection. The spacious great room includes plush sofas and TV, while the chef’s kitchen impresses with appliances and ample counter space for preparing large family meals. Enjoy your culinary creations at the indoor dining table or head to the outdoor dining area for an unforgettable meal by the sea.

Each of the seven bedrooms is a private retreat, complete with ensuite bathrooms, modern finishes, and serene coastal décor. The primary suite boasts panoramic ocean views, a private balcony, and a spa-style bathroom with a soaking tub, walk-in shower, and dual vanities. Additional bedrooms feature king beds, walk-in showers, and plenty of storage. The second-floor primary suite offers a private deck for sunset watching, while the seventh bedroom features a full-over-full bunk bed, perfect for kids or teens, and an ensuite bath with a shower/tub combo.

Room Details
-Primary Bedroom: King bed, ensuite bath with walk-in shower, soaking tub, dual vanities, private balcony, and two twin daybeds
-Second Bedroom: King bed, ensuite bath with walk-in shower
-Third Bedroom: King bed, ensuite bath with walk-in shower
-Fourth Bedroom: King bed, ensuite bath with walk-in shower
-Fifth Bedroom: King bed, ensuite bath with dual vanities and walk-in shower
-Sixth Bedroom: King bed, ensuite bath with dual vanities and walk-in shower
-Seventh Bedroom: Full-over-full bunk bed, ensuite bath with tub/shower combo

When you’re ready to explore, take the included golf cart or bikes to Bean Point or Pine Avenue for classic island dining and fishing. Beach essentials are all provided, so every outing is easy and carefree. This property allows dogs with prior approval and an additional pet fee. Four parking spaces are available.

Experience the beauty of Anna Maria Island at Bay View Beauty by AMI Locals, where modern luxury meets relaxed coastal living. From sunrise walks on the beach to peaceful evenings by the bay, every moment here feels unforgettable. Book your getaway today and make lasting memories on Anna Maria Island!

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With host approval before check-in, this property accepts dogs only (No cats or other animals are allowed). An additional pet fee will apply. See our Rental Policies for full details.

4 cars maximum are able to park at this home. We ask our guests to please plan accordingly and coordinate with your group. There is no overnight parking available for additional vehicles.

We do not accept reservations from anyone under 25 years of age. We do not allow persons under 25 to occupy a property unless accompanied by someone over 25 years of age.

With host approval before check-in, this property accepts dogs only (No cats or other animals are allowed). An additional pet fee will apply. See our AMI Locals Rental Policies for full details.

Please Remember: "You are vacationing in a residential area. Please be a good neighbor by keeping the noise to a respectful level during the day and night. Excessive and unreasonable noise can deprive neighbors of the peaceful enjoyment of their private property." *Exceeding the noise ordinance could result in disciplinary actions including fines and/or termination of your rental agreement without refund.
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Anna Maria Beach. You'll find features like a hot tub and laundry facilities. The vacation home includes amenities such as free WiFi and a private pool.
  • Air-conditioned home with private pool, kitchen, and washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Steps from Anna Maria Beach and 6 minutes by foot from Bean Point Beach
This vacation home offers its guests a hot tub, barbecue grills, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 7 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 7.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced yard
  • Gas grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Heated pool
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Unit size: 6,800 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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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Reviews

Island Retreat! Pool, Spa, Rooftop Views and Covered Outdoor Dining Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

8.6/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 64 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 64 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 64 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 64 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 64 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!! Fantastic!!! Beautiful house, pool, gorgeous view, sunrises, dolphins, all the birds, the gulf we played in, the beach just a short walk away. The town so cute, great restaurants, I had friends come in and out during my stay, it was the perfect birthday week!!! Everyone lovd the house!!! The hosts were a text or phone call away, and answered right away. Everything was great, 1st class
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kylee A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Outstanding location Lived the ease of booking and check inWould stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie H., Eden Prairie

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful getaway

This house was perfect! The pool was warm. We had dolphins and a manatee who swam by the house many times during our stay. The sunrise is amazing! Location is perfect away from the busy resorts. Would rent again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Gordon N.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Hurricane

Did not stay because of destruction from hurricanes.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

eladio d., williston

Liked: Cleanliness

Best place ever

Wonderful and relaxing love it. The accommodations were the best.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Josh W.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Family Vacation Ruined by Uninhabitable, Neglected, Roach-Infested Property

With 5 children aged 12&U, incl. one with special-needs, travelling is a colossal undertaking. We booked this seemingly perfectly-suited property for a 7-day rental in March 2024.We were unable to access the property; neither the access codes nor lock worked.The home was filthy & in disrepair, & infested with cockroaches.There were cracks in the ceiling & a loose wooden board hanging above the hot tub. Neither laundry dryers worked properly.The pool was dirty, the pool pump had flooded the patio; the standing water had been there long enough for moss to grow.The patio furniture & grill were corroded beyond use.Three of the TVs did not work, & the wifi was poor, only working at specific areas within the home.My family became violently ill, vomiting within the first day, lasting nearly the duration of our stay.The unsanitary environment posed a significant risk to my immunodeficient child, who has remained ill after arriving home & may require hospitalization. VRBO was nonresponsive; a complete misrepresentation of their Book with Confidence Guarantee. Despite extermination, cockroaches persisted to infest the cabinets, dishwasher, stove, & showers.The majority of needed repairs were too extensive to be remedied during our stay. We were only offered alternate, inferior accommodations after 5 days. The days & money intended to be spent building family memories were instead spent ill, feverishly cleaning, laying roach traps, & counting the days until we could go home.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect spot

Bay View Beauty was a perfect set up and location for our family vacation. The house was beautiful. The views were beautiful.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Dawn W., Spencer

Liked: Cleanliness

A great place for a family reunion!

We have"fussy" kids who feel persecuted if they sleep in anything less than a King bed. I chose this beautiful house because of the beds. The furniture is not what is pictured and hard for old folks to get up from- the kids had no problem. We've stayed in several places with decks or porches which didn't have all the guano this house had. The agency was very responsive to the few problems we had. The beach isn't as pictured, very little, but the pool makes up for that. Abundant lawn furniture and working grill All in all, I'd give it 8/10 stars.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roger J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for us.

Like-new Beachfront house with 7 bedrooms and huge kitchen. Quiet neighborhood with fishing pier/restaurant close by. Our three children and five grandchildren joined us to celebrate our 50th wedding anniversary. Much spa and Pool time. Great fun. Everyone was pleased.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frank M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Elegant home on the bay

This is a beautiful, spacious and nicely-decorated home right on the water. Nice furnishings and we appreciated the large bedrooms with full baths.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Tammy S., Freedom

Great family vacation

House and location was great for a family get together. We loved the pool, hot tub and gulf all in one location. Beautiful views from all balconies. The house could have been a bit cleaner! Small maintenance jobs are needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shaun G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Too bad it was cold

House was nice, the island is amazing and the food is outstanding. 10 out of 10 will stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Location!

This house was perfect for all family members. Love the location and the views!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

2/10 Terrible

Erica E.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Major Disappointment

Pictures can be deceiving. After spending a lot of money to stay here, we were extremely disappointed in this property. It is in need of the largest maintenance up haul - cabinets in horrible condition , wires hanging from fridge, mold in the showers, can lights hanging from pool patio area, dead fish in the pool, dirt and debris under furniture, dirty rugs, etc. We filed all these complaints to basically get the run around. It was such a let down, especially after spending so much money to stay. I would not return to this property. The other reviews were right! Needs major work!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Larry O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Annual Family Getaway

The property was great located right on the beach. Lots of dolphin. manatees, starfish, hermit crabs and sand dollars. Great place for standup paddle boarding. The kids enjoyed fishing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing house!! Will definitely be coming back!

5 star place. Everything went smooth!! Awesome trip!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

6/10 Okay

Sue B., xxxxxxxxx

Disappointing

The house is beautiful but in serious need of repairs/cleaning/maintenance. We saw reviews from July, 2021 that mentioned issues, but assumed that those would be corrected by March 2022. Unfortunately we were wrong. Cabinets were hanging off hinges, sliding doors coming apart, stains on furniture and holes in furniture, oven was really dirty, house needs a deep cleaning. Small holes in walls, stains on walls, peeling paint, loose stair tread. Pool equipment was leaking, limited towels and kitchen supplies (one dishwasher pod for a week). The coffee maker took 5 cycles to clean. We left early, after only 2 nights instead of a week. Not the luxury vacation we had planned.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Enjoyable Stay

The family vacation was enjoyed by all. AMI staff was exceptional and we look forward to visiting Anna Marie Island again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Joan T.

Property description no longer accurate

Combined with reading the most recent reviews and having stayed at this property, I can agree that this property should no longer be rated 5 star. The only 5 star rating worthy of this property is the location which is fantastic. I was concerned about staying on the bay side because there was very little beach and no waves. In retrospect, the bayside was perfect for just about everything else. We went to Manatee Beach one afternoon and the grandkids boogie-boarded to their hearts content. We fished off the rod & reel pier, ordered lot's of takeout, paddle boarded, hunted for shells, saw dolphins and manatee daily and floated all day long. The water temperature was perfect. Now back to the house. I rented this house over 2 years ago when it was rated 5 star. The size of the home, bedroom configuration, bathrooms in each room and the large pool was ideal for our party of 15 of varying ages. The house is beautifully decorated but it is showing lot's of wear & tear. The beds squeak when getting in and out and the floors upstairs squeak as well, so if you're sensitive to noise...this might not be the house for you. There are 4 wine fridge's of which only 2 work. The refrigerator/freezer ice maker does not work but AMI will bring you bagged ice. Request this early as it does take them a while to bring it to you. The secondary ice maker was frozen over as is one of the wine fridges. We managed to defrost enough ice away to get it to produce ice on the last 2 days of our stay. There are broken kitchen cabinet doors and the slip covers on the sofa are stained. Apparently new covers are ordered but will not arrive for a while. All in all, we had a wonderful trip and this house served it's purpose but for over $2500/day, it did not measure up. Be sure to bring bath soap, dishwasher & laundry detergent, salt & pepper, paper towels & trash bags. Much of this is not provided. It mentions a "starter" kit but it lasts 1 day. There is only 1 beach towel per person (16). AMI was responsive to all calls during our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kathy M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best family vacation house!

This was the best vacation we have ever had! This house is beautiful and the location couldn't have been any better. We had a few maintenance issues but AMI had people sent over that day. One other downfall is that the AC units are on the on the main balcony which was noisy when outside but these seemed like little things considering the house and location are spectacular. We hope to go back next year.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

McCall C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gorgeous House

Beautiful house, wonderful little town, and a great time had by all!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Melanie C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great family place.

We stayed at this property for our fall break. The layout of the house was great for 3 generation family with a couple of large closets that were used for infant rooms for naps and sleeping. The beach was very convenient but pretty small. Not far for a drive to one of the gulf side beaches. A couple of improvements could be a place to rinse off from the beach, and ground floor bathroom. The home is beautiful and the property managers are very accommodating. Would recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Maidalys-Frank D.

Great Family Vacation Home

We have been looking forward to stay at Anna Maria Island for a couple of years, and given the Island gets booked with much anticipation we have waited for almost two years to enjoy our stay at this beauty. First impression: WOW! What a view! The house was extremely comfortable for our big party. The rooms were a nice size and each room had their bathroom which was a major plus for us. The location is perfect! The beach was Literally a step away from the house which was amazing because you can be in the pool and also enjoy the beach with no effort. The house was beautifully decorated and really was kid friendly. The house did come with a ping pong table and fooseball all that the kids really enjoyed. The pier next to the house was also nice as our boys were able to fish off the pier and yes you catch fish there. The kids enjoyed the dolphin show every morning as they come to feed off the bait fish. Overall we really enjoyed the comfort of this house and it’s location and would rent it again in a heart beat. The reason we didn’t provide this house a 5star rating is for the following: The house does need some TLC. You can tell the wear and tear is there and can use some love. The ice maker did not work no different than the reviews mentioned by all of the previous renters. You would think that they would fix it but apparently that’s not happening. So if you plan to stay here bring ICE. The upstairs washing machine and dryer did not work and were broken with pieces of rubber inside of it. The house lights in the exterior are rusted and hanging off the ceiling. The 2nd floor can get hot if you are cooking as the Ac is working hard with no AC on the first floor with The opening and closing of the doors. For the price you pay for night it would be nice to have paddle boards, kayaks. We did reach out to AMI locals and they did immediately respond but who wants to be bothered with people trying to fix things when you are on vacation; no one. So we did not have them come to fix any of it. They should have been fixed prior to the arrival of guest. Those are improvements the house needs but overall would rent again. We made nice memories and enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

6/10 Okay

Anthony D.

Disrepair

We have been going to this property Every year since it was built about 5 years ago. The location and lay out is great - but. The lack of maintenance and upkeep is Very disappointing and the property is in desperate need of repair for Many functional and aesthetic things. As well, much of the furniture is far past the life expectancy for a rental and in need of replacement. For $2000/day we expect a perfectly maintained and updated environment.

10/10 Excellent

Heather W., Charleston, SC USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Great vacation

Very nice house and perfect location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020