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A heated pool
Beach nearby
TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

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About the area

Map
Anna Maria, FL

What's nearby

  • Bean Point Beach - 1 min walk
  • Bradenton Beach - 2 min walk
  • Anna Maria Beach - 7 min walk
  • Anna Maria Island Museum and Historical Park - 12 min walk
  • Anna Maria City Pier - 18 min walk

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Rod & Reel Pier - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Two Scoops - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Sandbar Seafood & Spirits - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Waterfront Restaurant - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Beautiful, well-maintained home w/ heated private pool - walk to beach & dining

Sundance Cottage

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Pack your flip flops and sunscreen and come stay in this beautiful three-bedroom house in Anna Maria ideally located within walking distance to the beach, dining, and more. With a private pool and a classic Florida atmosphere, your days will be a little brighter here.

This light and airy home boasts a well-maintained interior featuring whitewashed wood floors and stunning decor, inviting you to step inside and get comfortable. Catch up on your favorite shows on the flatscreen digital cable TV and relax in central air conditioning. Prepare meals in the updated kitchen, or barbecue some salmon or kabobs on the private gas grill on the patio. After dinner, unplug with a board game or lounge poolside with a bottle of wine and relax under swaying palm trees while enjoying a view of the Gulf. Other choice amenities include a private washer/dryer, free WiFi, and a desk in the main bedroom if you absolutely have to bring work along.

Come stay at Sundance Cottage in Anna Maria and see for yourself what the slow island life is all about. Make your reservation today!

You'll be about a half-block from the beach, and when you're not there soaking up the sunshine, it's always within sight from your deck. Stroll the seven miles of flour soft sand or head to Pine Avenue and take in the local art culture. Bean Point Beach is a great place to snap some photos, and Rod and Reel Pier and Restaurant is a short walk from your front door. There's room for three cars to park in the driveway, but you haven't truly experienced Anna Maria Island until you've used the free trolley to get around!

THINGS TO KNOW
Pool heat is included and maintained at 80°F. Additional pool heat to 85°F is available upon request for $22 per day plus tax. A 24 hour notice is required. Heat may not be available if temperatures drop below 65 degrees.
We will not be accepting payments for pool heat for the months of May through October.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Florida

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Heated pool

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

General

  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

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 not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

Beautiful Well-maintained Home W/ Walk Beach Dining & More House
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Beautiful Well-maintained Home House
Beautiful Well-maintained Home W/ Walk Beach Dining & More
Beautiful Well-maintained Home

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful, well-maintained home w/ heated private pool - walk to beach & dining pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful, well-maintained home w/ heated private pool - walk to beach & dining?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful, well-maintained home w/ heated private pool - walk to beach & dining?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful, well-maintained home w/ heated private pool - walk to beach & dining located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is steps away from Bean Point Beach and Bradenton Beach. Anna Maria Beach and Bayfront Park are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 76 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 76 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 76 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 76 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 76 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Melissa W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved this house
We were in town for a lacrosse tournament and this house was so perfect, clean and relaxing.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love this rental!
Love this rental! Interior was clean and ready to go when we arrived. Plenty of space for 6 of us. Super close to the beach. Had beach chairs and umbrellas available. Had an amazing trip. Will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Rebecca M.

Overall Great Stay with Hidden Problems
Pros: This house had everything we needed as far as space and was beautifully decorated. It looked like the decor had been refreshed recently. Proximity to the beach was great, just a short walk across the street. The open concept floor plan with all bedrooms on the same floor was very convenient. Cons: 1. Stairs railing was not secure. Dangerous for anyone needing support going up and down the stairs. When I mentioned this to the property manager she didn’t act like this was a serious concern or that it would be fixed before the next family checked in. 2. Bugs! On the surface things were clean, but on the second day we found dozens of small bugs in the dining room curtains and on the floor next to the dining room table. Looking closer we realized these were termites. We found them on the window sills and by the kitchen sink. On the morning we checked out there were bugs and wings in the bathroom sink when I went to brush my teeth. The property manager argued with me about the bugs. She said their exterminator said they were flying gnats. Every person in our party agreed 100% that they were termites. Regardless, it was gross and very evident that the house was not thoroughly cleaned. 3. The house, front door and deck with sitting areas all face a busy street. Cars playing loud music, work trucks, etc drove by all day long. Very noisy. We received a refund of $350 for inconvenience of the bugs, but I didn’t feel like there was any urgency to fix the stairs.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leah P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful home for family
We loved our stay. Everything was perfect. We have 3 kids ages 3-7 and the layout and location was excellent. I also appreciate how clean it was when we arrived. Kitchen is very well stocked and we did most meals at the home. The walk to beach is just across the street. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun time
Great location, great property overall. Pool was awesome. Issues with dryer when tried to launder towels (wouldn’t dry). Ongoing issues with WiFi which made it hard to watch tv or work when husband I had to. Overall would stay there again
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

4/10 Poor

Ronald R.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Poor Property Management - Termite Nest in Bedroom
This was our fourth annual trip to Anna Marie island with our family. We booked an expensive four night stay with this property to celebrate an anniversary and birthday. The home is located at an ideal location, but the accommodations were unacceptably poor. Our daughter slept in the second master bedroom the first night, but reported a bunch of dirt in her sheets. Upon inspection, it was evident that the dirt was coming from a mound, almost like an ant pile that had amassed at the top of the window frame above the bed. I called Vacasa to address it. They sent over a housekeeper and he confirmed it was a termite mound. So upon learning that my daughter had slept in the debris from a termite mound in our expensive vacation rental, I told the housekeeper to have the manager call me immediately, and that I wanted to check out early. The housekeeper recommended that I just pull the bed frame away from the window sill so that the termite mound debris would not land on the bed anymore. The manager never called. Through the remainder of our stay I contacted Vacasa multiple times over the phone, through text, and through the VRBO app. None of the 6 people I spoke to could get the local property manager to contact me. The VRBO help desk was unhelpful. We cut our losses and checked out a day early. I continued to call Vacasa to seek reimbursement for this poor experience. They had a multiple chances to remedy the situation. They eventually reimbursed me 5% of the total cost.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Landon H., Mesa, AZ

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, nice property
We really enjoyed our stay. Had a few minor issues and was somewhat difficult in reaching vacasa in a timely manner. They had someone out to fix the issues next day. I would’ve preferred sooner but still a decent response.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house and location
This was our second year spending our girls' weekend beach trip at this house and we loved it! Right across from the beach, a great pool with sun and shade, and plenty of room inside for 6 of us to hang out and talk while we cooked, ate, and relaxed for 3 days.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Ashley B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location - Small Upgrades Needed
The location of this property is great; right across the street from beach access. Outdoor shower to rinse off. Great covered parking. This house just needs some minor updates; fridge wasn't working, a/c couldn't keep up, toilets extremely hard to flush, pool was closed unexpectedly, no extras as indicated in email (garbage bags, toilet paper, laundry detergent). It wouldn't take much to really bring this property from good to GREAT!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Francis C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Grannymoon
My wife and our friends had a enjoyable stay at the Sundance Cottage for 4 days. Excellent location across the street from the beach. The property was impeccable with many amenities. We enjoyed sunsets from the front porch. The heated pool was great too! Went to Sandbar for a sunset dinner. Only downside was the code we where give for the door did not work. The rental agent gave us the lock box code to get the key for the front door. Also we had to get all the leaves out of the pool from Tropical storm Nicole. We called and left a message with rental agency but nnever received a reply. Overall great experience and would recommend to our friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing house - great location
Picture perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joanne D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls getaway
Perfect for quick 3 night girls getaway. 3 of us stayed and loved the property. It was very clean, spacious and close to a quiet beach. Will stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Andrew M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house and location. Response to issues was disappointing.
Great house, very clean inside, lots of kitchen equipment. Wish they said what kind of coffee pot so we could purchase on the way. They have a Keurig and a drip coffee pot so you know. Entry code never worked. Upon arrival had to call to find random lock box and get key. Pool was filthy. I understand rain but it was never cleaned properly. Hand rails on stars are very flimsy. Internet worked on and off. Biggest issue was grill. We planed to grill almost every meal. Upon arrival we found the grill was gross and didn’t function. We called and they said they would escalate to be out that day: the next evening after calling again they said they had many work orders and didn’t know an ETA. Finally took trash out that evening and someone was cleaning grill. She made an absolute mess. Grease and gunk everywhere. She never told us she was leaving to test grill. Went back down and once again grill didn’t function. Vacasa dropped the ball here.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda H., Orlando, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house and location
Loved our stay at the cottage. House was well stocked and very clean. Decorated beautifully and very comfortable. Directly across the street from the beach. We enjoyed the beach and how close the house was to the shopping.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel B.

Liked: Cleanliness
June 2022
Great property, very close to beach access.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kari C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful House!
Perfect location! The pool was so nice! Right across the road from the beach and plenty of beach gear provided! We had the best stay here!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joe G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent presentation and decor.
Very enjoyable!!! Perfect in every aspect.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

John P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredibly. Will definitely return!
A perfect, clean beach house just steps from the ocean and local shops and eateries. Will definitely be back soon! Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Amanda M.

Great family home
Perfectly located home only steps from the beach. Beautiful view of sunset every night. Large pool and patio area, but it is located outside and down the steps, which isn’t clearly specified. Utility room by carport area had beach items, wagon (flat tires, and 1 frozen wheel), chairs, umbrella, and sand toys. Tv needs instructions on how to use. Beds and bedding could be updated
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Laurie E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing home and location
Everything was great. The house, the pool, the walk to the beach, all perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dorothea C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Cottage
This is a lovely cottage for a week long stay a half block from an amazing beach. The house itself is well equipped and has a very comfortable layout. The front porch is lovely as is the pool area. The downsides: needs new grill and also new pool furniture. The street can be noisy with golf carts and cars going by. However, overall really lovely vacation spot.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Would recommend!
The house is beautiful! Beach access right across the street. Can be a little noisy with car and golf cart activity. Overall very satisfied except the pool heater was on!! Not needed in the middle of a hot Florida summer...never cooled off, not very refreshing after a hot day out on the water. No coffee filters for coffee pot, will bring more necessities next time.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Christine S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls Trip
This home was everything we needed and more for a moms/girls trip away. Location to beach was amazing, the pool was wonderful to cool off in, and the house was beautifully decorated and well stocked. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sundance Cottage
The house was lovely, nice pool, great location. Would have been nice to have some salt/pepper, beach chairs, etc.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2020

6/10 Okay

Stacia S.

Amazing beach access
Recently enjoyed a four day stay here with family. We loved the location close to the beaches and the comfortable living spaces, including the amazing deck. We found the property and pool inviting and comfortable. The beach cart was a big help with beach gear. I have listed out the Pros/cons that we found during our stay. Overall we did enjoy the property but did feel that our review would be incomplete without mentioning a few items that impacted our stay, that result in the 3-star overall rating and recommendations for returning. Upon arrival we did notice a mildew odor in the property, rains during the week revealed drainage issues that could be the source. Also as the week went on we were affected by kitchen ants. We keep a very clean kitchen, no food or dirty dishes were left out and counters wiped frequently, however by the end of the stay combating the ants was very challenging and annoying. We were only left with two DW packets, so keeping a clean kitchen was more difficult as the week went on. The other issue was with the HVAC which was extremely loud kicking on and off - and it did not really keep the house at 75 degrees. We did not get restful nights sleep because of the noise. PROS: -beach access -location to Bean Point -BBQ grill availability -large kitchen, well supplied with dishes and pots/pans -nice modern bathrooms -clean fresh towels for bath and beach -cart for beach supplies was very useful -beach umbrella and toys was nice to have -great covered parking -beautiful natural landscape -clean useful pool -amazing deck with great seating -comfy living room seating -fun basket of games to play CONS: -mildew odor in the house, concerned about air quality -mildew smell was on clean, dry clothes when we got home -could be fixed by improving drainage (have pictures) -should be checked for water damage or possible mold -our kids noticed the air quality and did not want to be inside because of the odor made them feel unwell -ants in kitchen/dining -limited cleaning supplies for DW or dishes, one DW packet per day would be nice -extremely loud HVAC -AC struggled to keep temp at 75 degrees -TV in awkward location -pool disconnected from rest of living spaces Overall we did enjoy our stay and this is a great location for a rental property. If the mildew odor, HVAC, and ants were remedied we WOULD consider returning to this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019