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AMI Dock of the Bay - "Over the Water" 2nd Floor - WiFi, Dog-friendly

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathrooms107 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Bradenton Beach, FL
  • Place, Bradenton Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Historic Bridge Street Pier
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Cortez Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

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

AMI Dock of the Bay - "Over the Water" 2nd Floor - WiFi, Dog-friendly

AMI Beach + Bay Home with Fishing Pier + Heated Pool on Sarasota Bay
- "Dock of the Bay" - "Over the Water" - 2nd floor of duplex

• Unbelievable views of water + birds + wildlife + night lights!

• Relax with fish jumping and birds flying along 1 of only 34 coveted docks-piers south of Cortez Bridge!

• Fish off our dock and rod holders!

• Heated pool with spa jets-benches only 10 feet from Bay!

• Walk 2 blocks to Bridge Street-Key West-style restaurants,bars

• Live Music heard on dock + WiFi!

Sleeping arrangements:

• King bedroom with closet, lights, ceiling fan, and door to parking lot.

• Queen bedroom 1 with fabulous Sarasota Bay + dock views, pool + bay walk-out sliding glass doors, closet, lights, ceiling fan, and next door to primary bathroom.

• Queen bedroom 2 with new en suite bathroom with new vanity and new shower and toilet, closet, dresser, light, and ceiling fan.

Our original AMI home is much easier to navigate than new-build 3-story homes on Anna Maria Island because our first floor is on the ground level and the second floor is one easy set of stairs. Other rebuilt homes on the island usually require climbing multiple flights of stairs up or taking small elevators.
• Cornhole bean bag toss game + board games.

• Renovated kitchen.

• Dish Network satellite TV with DVR for recording shows while at the beach or Bridge Street.

• High-speed Wireless internet for webcasts.

• First floor of duplex is also available for family reunions or friends reunions, wedding, private party, and for complete privacy with salt water pool + dock.

Florida's best-kept secret, Anna Maria Island (AMI), features beautiful white sugar sand beaches, older Florida charm, award-winning restaurants, and shopping all within easy walking distance or a ride aboard the free "Anna Maria Island Trolley". One of the few places in the world where the sunset is regularly applauded, this tiny slice of paradise stretches for 7 miles into the Gulf. Just across the Cortez bridge on the south side of the island, is the old school Florida fishing village of Cortez, where restaurants have excellent seafood and some have live music.

Entire 2nd=top floor of home with Beach Cart + Chairs + shared Pool + Dock + 4 Kayaks + 4 Paddleboards

Message + Text + Phone

• Special views that you have to experience to appreciate fully!

• Sit back and relax with the fish jumping and birds flying along 1 of only 34 coveted docks-piers south of Cortez Bridge toward Longboat Pass!

• Fish directly off our pier-dock including fishing rod holders!

• New heated pool with spa jets + benches with views only 10 feet from Sarasota Bay!

• Walk 2 blocks to Bridge Street Key West-style restaurants, bars, and shops (downtown Bradenton Beach), Bridge Street Pier, + listen to the Clock Tower bells ringing on each hour.

• 140 steps to Cortez Beach on the shortest AMI block from the Gulf of Mexico to Sarasota Bay.

• All new sliding glass doors + deck panels + deck flooring + inside flooring + new 2nd bathroom + windows + aqua-marine siding costing $75,000 through whole home.

• Watch the amazing animal life swim + fly + sit from inside or outside your home including Dolphins, Manatees, Rays, Brown Pelicans, Blue Heron, Snowy Egret, Osprey (Sea hawks), White Ibis, and Wood Ducks paddling either in the backyard or on the pier pilings or next to the sea wall or in Sarasota Bay.

• Walk our 2 Paddleboards + 2 Kayaks down concrete stairs directly from the seawall into Sarasota Bay 15 feet behind home or from Jet Ski dock + paddle to Bridge Street Pier, historic Cortez fishing village, Beercan Beach on Longboat Pass, Jewfish-Goliath Key, or wherever else you like around AMI!

• Watch the mainland thunderstorms + lightning + even NASA rocket launches at Cape Canaveral on clear days or nights over the inter-coastal Sarasota Bay and see sheets of rainwater coming toward the home.

• Water views everywhere with 18 new windows + sliding glass doors all around the home.

• Enjoy the night lights of Bridge Street Pier, Cortez Bridge, downtown Sarasota, and the anchored boats in Sarasota Bay.

• Listen to Live Music while on the Dock+Deck+Backyard from the wonderful performers at Bridgetender Tiki Bar!

• Jet Ski (rent or bring your own) to ride it directly up onto our 2 Jet Ski docks.

• Boat Slip rental 4 blocks away at Bradenton Beach Marina

• Grill outdoors

• Beach Jetty access into the Gulf of Mexico for views and fishing off Cortez Beach off 6th Street.

• Coquina Beach is only 6 blocks to the south + connected to Cortez Beach!

• Coquina Baywalk + Coquina Boat ramp on Leffis Key only 12 blocks to the south.

• Beercan Beach on Longboat Pass only 15 blocks to the south or a boat+jet ski+kayak+paddleboard ride away.

This is only 1 of 15 beach homes on Anna Maria Island that are family stays at, which should tell you a ton!

• Special views of water + birds + wildlife + lights at night that you have to experience to appreciate fully!

• Sit back and relax with the fish jumping and birds flying along 1 of only 34 coveted docks+piers south of Cortez Bridge toward Longboat Pass!

• Fish directly off our pier+dock including fishing rod holders!

• Soak in our new heated pool with spa jets + benches with views only 10 feet from Sarasota Bay!

• Walk 2 blocks to Bridge Street Key West-style restaurants, bars, and shops (downtown Bradenton Beach), Bridge Street Pier, + listen to the Clock Tower bells ringing on each hour.

• 140 steps to Cortez Beach on the shortest AMI block from the Gulf of Mexico to Sarasota Bay.

• AMI properties with beach or gulf views go pitch-black at sunset all night until sunrise because there is zero context to view on the pitch-black Gulf of Mexico. Our home on Sarasota Bay has a fabulous ambiance of soft lights of the Cortez Bridge, Cortez fishing village, and Bradenton and Sarasota in the distance, which is fabulous in the evening! Being on Sarasota Bay is the best ever and is exactly why our family vacations at this home instead of our Beach-view + Gulf-view homes!!

• Our property also allows the sound of soft music wafering across Sarasota Bay from the live singer at the Bridgetender Restaurant and Bar.
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Bradenton Beach. You'll find features like a water park. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the vacation home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
  • Splash around at the water park
  • Amenities include a car charging station
  • Just a 5-minute walk from Bradenton Beach and a 3-minute drive from Coquina Beach
This vacation home offers its guests a water park.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Unit size: 1,156 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 19

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

Rules

No smoking or drugs

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: 2 Dogs

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
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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AMI Dock of the Bay - "Over the Water" 2nd Floor - WiFi, Dog-friendly Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 109 out of 121 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 121 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 121 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 121 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 121 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jess

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An absolutely fantastic vacation from start to finish! Everything exceeded our expectations—the location was beautiful, accommodations were clean and comfortable, and the overall experience was seamless and relaxing. We loved the little details that made the trip special, and it was the perfect balance of fun and downtime. Would highly recommend and would happily return!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erica A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fantastic stay at this house! It was perfect for our family, offering ample space and comfort. The host was incredibly responsive, ensuring we had everything we needed. The dock and heated swimming pool were standout features that added so much enjoyment to our trip. Plus, the beach was just a short walk away, making it super convenient. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles S.

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

Great place on the bay!

This was a tremendous property. Our family really enjoyed staying here!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family enjoyed our stay at this location. All items advertised were available. It is centrally located on the island. It’s a quick walk to restaurants in town and to the beach. We had a wonderful time exploring the island, knowing we had a comfortable location to come back to each day.
Baby raccoons climbing the tree in the yard.
Sunrise from the deck on our last day.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JON H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property had everything you need for a great beach vacation. Chairs for the beach, wagon for the beach, paddleboards, kayaks, a cooler to take to the beach. They thought of everything!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was perfect. We had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renee S.

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

Location, location, location!

We had an amazing stay. The house was the perfect size for us and we loved the views from the wall of windows.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great host and absolutely beautiful location that is convenient to everything. Will definitely be back
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JASON R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Great Stay

Stay was awesome, house was wonderful and great amenities.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darla G.

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

Great stay

We had a great time.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff D.

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

Nive Property

We enjoyed our Stay
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Val C.

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

Great location

Great location with beautiful views
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Todd N.

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

Nice Place

Over all good place to stay
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ted D.

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

Absolutely amazing!

Wish we had time to stay longer! Great place! Beautiful views!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sharon N.

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

Great family time!

The house was beautiful and the location was great!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan T.

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

Great Little Getaway!

Amazing location, comfortable beds, loved being in walking distance to fun restaurants and shopping, the pool was perfectly warm for the cool weather. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine K.

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

Great place to stay in Anna Maria

Cute house on the water with a dock and pool.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan G.

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

Will rent again!

The views from the upper level were absolutely amazing! The beach was in walking distance from the property, very convenient.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Enrique F.

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

NICE PLACE IN ANNA MARIA ISLAND

NICE LOCATION WITH BEAUTIFUL BAY VIEW. VERY SHORT WALK TO THE BEACH, SHOPS & RESTAURANTS.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily G.

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

I little Piece of Heaven on Earth

This property is a little quirky but that added to the charm. Being right on the bay with a very short walk to the beach made our trip very relaxing. We look forward to visiting again!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time. Property was everything we had hoped for, only small annoyance was the water pressure in the shower in the en suite bathroom was pretty low, but that was it. We loved the location, the dock and pool on the bay were awesome. It also helped tremendously that the family staying in the unit below us were incredibly kind, really enjoyed our interactions with them. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim M.

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

Fantastic location

Great place to stay in Bradenton Beach. Location is perfect to bay, beach, restaurants and shops as you can walk everywhere. Comfortable unit with gorgeous views from inside and outside. Love availability of pier, paddle boards and kayaks. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ileana V.

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

Top Notch Beach Rental!

Amazing view, and short walk to beach makes this Property Perfect for your vacation rental!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth L.

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

Great Stay

Great location on the water with awesome views. Walking distance to all the restaurants and a short two blocks to the beach. Would love to stay here again. House is clean, beds are very comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

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

Great stay!

This property was great! It was walking distance from so much and we enjoyed the beaches, kayaks and the view. We will be back again :)
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021