First and foremost - the service from Island Real Estate was top notch... as always. I highly recommend their agency to anyone looking for a vacation property.

The home at 4002 6th Ave on the other hand... was not at all what we had hoped for. The in-ground pool was FILTHY both in the water and around the patio area. We had to call for service to get it cleaned before we could even swim in it... on our second full day there. The home itself was nice, but you can tell it isn't kept up with. Lose handles on each of the cabinets, dusty, even the toilet seats were falling off!! Then... there is the jacuzzi tub... one of the reasons we booked the house. We couldn't use it! I had put my daugther in the tub for a bath on our first night, wanted to surprise her by turning on the jets and out sprayed millions of ants! All over her! Fortunately there is also a shower in each bathroom so it was quick to wash her off. We called the rental office in the morning and they sent over a handyman very promptly - but he couldn't do anything about the ants while we were there.

All in all - a stay on Anna Maria Island is never "bad." The location and layout of the house were convenient and great for entertaining. All of my complaints could be easily fixed... just consider yourself warned!

Really enjoyed our stay. The house was in a good location for beach and groceries. The only leasing staff was very accomodating in getting a few extra days to our stay. Liked the lay out of the house and the 3 bathrooms were a great assest. the only down side was that, although the house was off from the main street by 1/2 a lot, some mornings the truch traffic was very noisy. More...

This home is wonderful. Bus trolley on the corner right at the end of the drive. Less than two blocks to a beautiful shoreline, many places to dine all within a short walk. Our arrival was early and we were very unhappy about not be able to get in early. in fact we got in later then promised because the home was last to be cleaned. We were given the wrong keys and not only now late getting in but had to drive back to get the correct keys and the pool was GREEN. Well, in the morning we found the pool spotless, I have no idea when they came and cleaned everything but it was before we woke, sun shining, and a wonderful stay. All was forgiven and we are booked already for this year.

This home is beautiful! We had a wonderful time. The pool is nicely landscaped and private and we loved the gated driveway. The location is perfect because the trolley stop is right on the corner and the grocery store is across the street. It does get a little noisy from the traffic, but only during the day and the trees shield the view so you really only hear it. The house itself feels luxurious but cozy. It is well-equipped, the appliances are newer and the decor is very pretty. We ate breakfast out on the balcony every morning, enjoying the breeze and listening to the birds. There were plenty of towels and kitchen supplies. We felt this home was an excellent value and hope to stay there again one day. If you're looking for something a bit nicer than average, definately consider this home for your vacation. (And it's perfect for kids too!)

the house was just the right size and even though we were two
blocks from the beach we had a blast just hanging out by the
pool. More...