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Charming 2br / 1ba Cottage < 2 Min Walk From Beach on Anna Maria Island Florida

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Cozy livingroom.
Located right behind the Sand Bar Restaurant ~ an island landmark!
Lots of space!
Breakfast nook, and adjacent bedrooms.
Programmable air conditioning.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6925 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Anna Maria, FL
  • Anna Maria City Pier
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Bean Point Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Anna Maria Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Charming 2br / 1ba Cottage < 2 Min Walk From Beach on Anna Maria Island Florida

Built in 1924, Sunset Cottages’ beautifully maintained woodwork coupled with updated amenities delivers an authentic Florida experience and unique stay that your party will not soon forget. Experience island life ~ letting the sun and waves ease you into vacation mode on Anna Maria Island! Literally, steps from the beach, your party can enjoy the white-sand beaches with provided beach equipment and available fishing charter from your VRBO Super Hosts! Location, location, location!

The space
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Whether you are seeking sun and fun, or peace and quiet, leave your car in our private parking because our cottage is centrally located around the very best that the island has to offer within a short walk or free trolley offered on the island.

Enjoy large open living during your stay! Our cottage includes two large bedrooms; each with queen beds w/ private closets, a complete kitchen, bathroom with tub/shower, expansive dining / living room, sun room, and outdoor space w/ table and chairs. Sleep comfortably as each bedroom has independent heat / cooling and ceiling fans, several pillows, and super-soft mattresses. We take pride in our cleanliness! Our cleaning team is meticulous with maintaining our cleaning and sanitization standards. See all the wonderful amenities that are included below!

Looking for convenience and plenty of things to do? A 4.4-Star bar / restaurant is next door, Pine Avenue shops are a short walk away, and activities like parasailing, horseback riding, sunset sailing, jet skiing, and more are nearby. Did you know that we are one of the original families on the island? That means we know all the best places to go, hidden gems for fantastic experiences, mouth-watering food to eat, and we have long term relationships with other local vendors that will help you create memories to last a lifetime!

Prefer peace and quiet? Enjoy morning strolls on the nearly empty beach, moonlight walks near the water’s edge, or a relaxing read with your book of choice in the provided beach chairs w/ umbrella that are included with your booking. There are plenty of quaint eating spots, free nature areas, and two easy-walk piers to enjoy the breathtaking views of the island while spotting dolphins and other marine life. If you don’t feel like going out and about, you can open the cottage windows and enjoy a gentle gulf breeze while you relax with a cold lemonade in the front ‘florida room’ - a large, beautiful, sun filled room with comfortable rocking chairs.

Need to get a little work done while you are here? We’ve gotcha covered! Strong wifi is provided with several places to get your work done and get you back to relaxing! We are located on a quiet side-street; so you don’t have to worry about distractions while making phone calls or sitting on internet meetings.

This Host provides fishing charters at an additional charge. Come aboard our commercial fishing boat where all gear is provided including rod, reel, net, life vest, bait, and other equipment. Fish alongside Captain Anthony who has been fishing these waters for almost half a century! Fish for tuna, snook, red snapper, grouper, and more! He and his crew can also help to clean and prepare your catch! Ask how you can book a charter in addition to your stay.

Sunset Cottage is an amazing value for the space, amenities, location, and ‘extras’ that are included to help you to enjoy all that Anna Maria Island has to offer. Minimum age to rent is 25 years old. Additional guests can be any age. Whereas your booking allows up to 4 people to stay in our cottage, we can accommodate a total of up to 5 people before reaching maximum capacity (one person would have to sleep on the couch). Additional members of your party MUST be disclosed at the time of booking, and will incur an additional surcharge of $100 per night per person. Whereas the standard cleaning & sanitization fee is only $100.00, depending on the number of people in your party, an increased cleaning fee may apply. (let's discuss)

Guest access
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The cottage and outside washer and dryer, outside grilling area to sit and enjoy your meal.

Other things to note
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Don't forget to ask about our fishing charters, Captain Ashley does inshore charters and Captain Anthony does offshore!! Inquire about booking a trip! www CaptainAnthonys com for more info!

Property manager

Anthony Manali Jr

Languages

English
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Amenities

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Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Anna Maria

Located in Anna Maria, this cottage is near theme parks and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bean Point Beach and Anna Maria Beach. AMI Paddleboard Adventures and Fish Hole Adventure Golf are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Anna Maria, FL

What's nearby

  • Island Players - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Anna Maria Island Museum and Historical Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Anna Maria City Pier - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Bean Point Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Anna Maria Beach - 3 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Rod & Reel Pier - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Two Scoops - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Sandbar Seafood & Spirits - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Waterfront Restaurant - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming 2br / 1ba Cottage < 2 Min Walk From Beach on Anna Maria Island Florida pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming 2br / 1ba Cottage < 2 Min Walk From Beach on Anna Maria Island Florida?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming 2br / 1ba Cottage < 2 Min Walk From Beach on Anna Maria Island Florida?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming 2br / 1ba Cottage < 2 Min Walk From Beach on Anna Maria Island Florida located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Bradenton Beach and Bean Point Beach. Island Players and Anna Maria Island Museum and Historical Park are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 71 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lee L.

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

Visiting family

My granddaughters thought the cottage was charming, and enjoyed staying there.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth N.

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

Excellent location, friendly hosts

The location of this property was unbeatable. Steps to the beach and restaurants but still peaceful and quiet. Anthony and Joann were more than gracious hosts and made me, my husband and my kids feel very welcome.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy A.

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

Great location!

Steps from the beach as well as great restaurants and shops, with great hosts.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nichole D.

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

Great location, exactly as described

Can’t beat the location and the cottage was exactly as described in the listing. Owners were awesome and very accommodating.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas B.

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

Amazing location

Close to the beach Host was very entertaining and polite
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mitzi K.

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

Perfect place for our family

We had a fabulous stay. The owners were wonderful and we highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Christopher F.

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

Great Beach Getaway

This little cottage is a great location right near the beach. We enjoyed walking down to Bean Point at sunrise and seeing all the snook in the surf. The beach near the cottage is perfect for the kids since it is very shallow and gradual.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle W.

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

Cottage

Very nice clean place, steps away from the beach perfect location. Property mangers very hospitable would highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyle C.

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

Anna Maria Vacation

Lovely house, lovely hosts. Had a great time and the house was perfect
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick M.

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

Fantastic

The cottage was great and the hosts are wonderful. We would highly recommend this place and will stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

kathi s.

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

Great location

The property is just steps from the beach. There are chairs & beach umbrellas provided. The kitchen is spacious & well equipped. The owners live on the property & are easily accessible. It is walking distance to restaurants & shops.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorna M.

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

Rent this Place!

Great location, clean, comfortable and close to everything!, Captain Anthony and Joann were great to get to know, we loved it there. Highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joe K.

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

Great location and had all amenities that we needed. Could use a few extra 3 prong plug addapters.

Was a perfect location to the beach and to all the sites on Anna Maria. Easily within walking distance to everything, The hosts we easily accessible if needed. Will stay there again if we return to Anna Maria Island. Thanks for being great hosts.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kris A.

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

Great Place, Great Hosts

It was a great location, steps to the beach, restaurants, and shopping. The hosts Anthony and JoAnn are amazing, they made our trip even better. They have a fish market, you must try their fish dip, it is amazing and worth every penny. The cottage/house was clean and just what we were looking for.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Cute little cottage

Cute cottage and nice location. Met all our needs for the week! We can’t wait to come back to Anna Maria Island! Thanks, Captain Anthony and Joann!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janice H.

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

Little Mother's Day Get-Away

My friend and I, to celebrate Mother's Day without kids, spend 4 days at this delightful cottage on Anna Maria Island. I have only glowing reports regarding the location and the hosts. This cute and old-fashioned cottage sits in a great location and is in walking distance to shops, the Anna Maria Pier, restaurants and especially, the beach! It sits next to Capt Anthony's fish market which would have been interesting to watch; however, the owners were on vacation so we missed the action. Joanne and Anthony were wonderful hosts of the VRBO, and were the definition of exceptional hospitality. We will miss them and hope to return in the the future.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David R.

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

Perfect location on Anna Maria

My wife and I brought our infant son for our first family beach trip. Cpt Anthony and Joanne's place was a great home base! The location was absolutely perfect, steps from the beautiful beach, right across from the Sandbar, and right in the middle of downtown Anna Maria. Many coffee shops, breakfast, and dinner places within a few blocks. The cottage was quaint and comfortable, exactly what you see in pictures. And of course Anthony and Joanne were very friendly and welcoming. We're very much considering making this an annual trip, 100% recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas C.

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

Beach Lovers Delight!

What a terrific cottage! Steps from the beach, several great restaurants and golf cart rentals. Beautifully decorated in a beachy theme. Furniture was gorgeous! Updated kitchen appeared to have everything one needed if a meal was to be prepared but we chose to eat out every meal. Front porch area was great, especially if traveling with children. They can play there while adults use the living room. Hosts were charming and don't miss the fish dip! Our souvenirs were fresh crab claws, also not to be missed. Can't wait to visit again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Chris Z.

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

Back in time

Owner needs to post hours they are unavailable. Fisherman with nontraditional hours of availability. The cottage is right out of the early 1950’s. Fun to experience Anna Marie Island in the traditional cottage of uneven floors, front porches and accessibility to fresh caught fish.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann F.

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

AMI is the best

We had a fantastic stay at Sunset Cottage! Just like everyone else says, Captain Anthony and JoAnn are just lovely. Capt. Anthony answered our inquisitive son's many fish related questions and even showed him how to filet a large fish. JoAnn was a terrific hostess, always making sure we had everything we needed. The location of this cottage can't be beat. Easy walking distance to Ginny and Jane E's to beat the morning rush for cinnamon rolls and a short stroll to Pine Avenue shops. We spent a lot of time at the beach because you could walk there in a minute.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary O., Bradenton, Florida

Vintage Charm at AMI

If you are looking for glitz and glamour this beach cottage is not for you, but if you are looking for charm and character this is the place. We have been coming to AMI with our grandchildren for 5 years (they are now 7 and 10) and we have stayed in several nice places, but none had the location (you can see the gulf from the living area chair and sofa) and charm of this vintage cottage. The north end of AMI is the BEST end of AMI and the cottage is right in the middle of everything. The trolley stops within a block and you can walk to the beach in less than 5 minutes. The hosts were so gracious and my granddaughter fell in love with "Miss JoAnn". The beds were very comfortable, I slept great! We used the wagon (supplied) to take our things back and forth to the beach (lots of beach towels and chairs supplied) and there's even an ice machine. You will love this place!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Lois L., Tempe, AZ

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

Just steps away from the beautiful beach

We enjoyed this little cottage so close to the beach. It had everything we needed inside and out - including plenty of beach supplies. The owner was very friendly, helpful, and communicative. She even made us a fantastic snapper lunch one of the days :) We look forward to returning in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Having always wanted to stay on Anna Maria Island, I was fortunate to have found this little cottage. With it's own vintage vibe and proximity to the breath taking beautiful beach you'll be loving this little gem yourself. Location was the #1 reason I booked here however the owners are one of the top reasons we'll come back! Friendly and laid-back they helped w recommendations and a wealth of knowledge about the island, fishing and great food!! We enjoyed the cottage's vintage character, others may want a more modern choice. Photos are representative.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim E.

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

AWESOME!!! Could not have been better.

The cottage was wonderful, cozy and comfortable. The location was perfect. We are not strangers to Anna Maria Island and this time at a 'new place' was a wonderful. The owners are on property and I fell in love with them and their dogs. Taking the time to get to know Captain Anthony and Joann was absolutely a highlight of our total vacation. We are already planning our next visit!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary S., Lake Lotawana

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

Our happy place

Perfect location. Perfect size. Perfect hosts.
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2022

About the host

Hosted by Anthony Manali Jr

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FISHING THE GULF WATERS FOR MORE THAN A HALF CENTURY

Captain Anthony is a master stone crabber and has been crabbing for over 55 years in the waters of the Gulf of Mexico. He has been supplying his fresh catch to world famous restaurants, famous customers, and tables like yours!

The Captain is originally from Tampa, Florida and has been fishing since a child; owning his first boat at the age of 12. Committed to supplying only the freshest catch, Captain Anthony still leverages his deep knowledge to build, set, and pull more than 1,000 stone crab traps with the help of his experienced team.

Captain Anthony lives on beautiful Anna Maria Island, Florida with his lovely wife, Joann. His legacy continues; as people come from all over the country to fish with him because of his intimate knowledge of the gulf waters.

JoAnn began life in Buffalo, N.Y. and her family moved frequently; with stops in Cleveland, Phoenix and Riverview, Florida, where her love of fishing took root. JoAnn attended fishing seminars given by Chris Galati and Captain Anthony Manali. Yep, The Captain! She hired Anthony to take her and her friends fishing and to learn about boating from a seasoned pro. As they grew closer, one day, she finally asked him on a dinner date, (which is lovingly detailed in her memoir) and the rest, as they say, is history ~ They have been happily married ever since!

Why they chose this property

In 1960 Captain Anthony's father came to this island and bought this cottage in which the Captain was raised in until he built the 2 story in the back of property. Its a great cottage that has brought incredible memories with his family and friends ~ he hopes it brings incredible memories for yours as well!

What makes this property unique

Never fear of parking on the island because you wont have to. Parking is at a premium to get to the beach, you are 50 steps away. Use our wagon to ride your gear to the pristine white sandy gulf of Mexico and get ready for a day of unbelievable relaxation like no where else!! Walk across the street to get sunset cocktails or dinner or call the monkey bus and for a tip he will take you anywhere on the island ~ no worries of drinking and driving because we are walking distance to the center of Anna Maria Island! Also take advantage of our fishing skills with inshore and offshore charters available. Just call to book charters at the time you are making your reservation at Sunset Cottage.

Languages:

English