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Dog-friendly house with heated private pool, island views & nearby beach access

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A heated pool
Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Interior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Pool
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

Dog-friendly house with heated private pool, island views & nearby beach access

Shell House

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Chase sunsets and island vibes at this lovely beach house on Anna Maria Island. Offering a private heated pool, dog-friendly attitude, and access to a beach nearby, this house will ease you into vacation mode in no time!

Located just over half a mile from the beach at City Park and a free trolley ride to anywhere else on the island, convenience is one of the best features of this rental. Walk down to Pine Avenue for shopping, restaurants, and freshly baked donuts. There is space for three cars to park in the driveway.

Spend relaxing mornings in the sun of your backyard, where a private pool is surrounded by tropical foliage - this is what island life is all about! Sip coffee, read a book, and play fetch with Fido (please note a 25-pound limit and small, nighty pet fee). Meals are easy to whip up in the fully equipped kitchen, and a gas grill is perfect for preparing fresh-caught fish. After a full day, relax with a DVD on the flatscreen TV or surf the free WiFi for activities to do tomorrow!

This beautiful house is waiting for you - book today!

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.

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us. The pet fee is per stay and ranges between $150 and $200, depending on the bedroom count, and will apply for each additional dog.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.
This rental is located on floor 1.
1 day notification is required in order to heat the pool. A fee of USD 22 per day must be paid prior to check-in to purchase pool heat for your stay.


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

  • Near the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Heated pool

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Cycling nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 1200 sq ft (111 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in 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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 4. Weight limit: 25 lbs each.

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
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 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

Dog-friendly House Island Views Nearby Beach Access Villa
Dog-friendly House Island Views Nearby Beach Access Anna Maria
Dog-friendly House Island Views Nearby Beach Access
Dog-friendly House Island Views Nearby Beach Access Villa
Dog-friendly House Island Views Nearby Beach Access Anna Maria
Dog-friendly House Island Views Nearby Beach Access Villa
Dog-friendly House Island Views Nearby Beach Access Anna Maria
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Dog-friendly House Island Views Nearby Beach Access

About the neighborhood

Map
Anna Maria, FL

What's nearby

  • Bradenton Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Anna Maria Island Museum and Historical Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Bean Point Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Anna Maria City Pier - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Anna Maria Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Rod & Reel Pier - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Two Scoops - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Sandbar Seafood & Spirits - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Waterfront Restaurant - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Dog-friendly house with heated private pool, island views & nearby beach access pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Dog-friendly house with heated private pool, island views & nearby beach access?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dog-friendly house with heated private pool, island views & nearby beach access?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dog-friendly house with heated private pool, island views & nearby beach access located?

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

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Dog-friendly house with heated private pool, island views & nearby beach access Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 44 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Christina B.

We love Shell House
Great location Very comfortable
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8/10 Good

Gregory G.

Shell House
The Shell House is an ideal “Old Florida” cottage just steps from the beach with a beautiful secluded pool area! We love it!

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Great location.
Excellent location and close to the wonderful beach. Well furnished and practical kitchen. Good with two en suite bathrooms. Beautiful little garden and pool, inviting place to dine or just sit in the sun.
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Location and backyard is fantastic! Would stay here again for that very reason. But the house desperately needs some updating- mold in the bathrooms. Bathroom sink clogged by day 3..
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Sheina R.

Best Staycation Ever!
The location of the house and the fact that there are no stairs were the first things that made me very happy as I am disabled. It’s like a home away from home. We all felt comfortable as soon as we arrived. The decor is lovely. Such nice little surprises tucked in every room. The pool is perfect.

10/10 Excellent

Brandon K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good
Good
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
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8/10 Good

Celeste C.

Beach house days
We just enjoyed two weeks at the Shell House. This is exactly what a beach house is all about, a place to sleep, beach, shower, repeat. It is not at all glamoured up like some of the houses on AMI, but that is the appeal of "Old Florida" at its best, enjoying time in the sand. The accommodations are comfortable but not fancy. You can enjoy relaxing inside or outside. There are two bathrooms, but both have small showers, a larger person would not find it easy to move about in them. The kitchen is not well stocked so if you have something you enjoy preparing your food with bring it, we bought a bullet for smoothies at Walmart, coffee filters are needed and there is a slice toaster, not a toaster oven. There are a lot of outdoor supplies (chairs, bikes, beach toys, etc.) It is dog friendly but is nice and clean and you wouldn't know dogs had been there. The price matches the appeal of this little home.

10/10 Excellent

Edward L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Definitely SEA the SHELL😀
Vbro - We love AMI and we really loved the location of 215 Fir ave. The house was just a few streets away from Pine Ave, the Ami community center and 3 houses from the beautiful gulf side beach up toward Bean Point. The backyard was very private with beautiful landscaping. We enjoyed the heated pool and it looked so nice at night too when it was lit up- the tiki guy was cool! The house had everything we needed, although it could use some updates and we would suggest fewer carpets- the tile/ laminate floors would be easier to keep clean without them. Also it might be better to have some type of shed to keep the bikes (now rusted) and beach toys in rather than on the back patio. Other than those few things, the SHELL house was great and we had a fantastic two week stay there! Thank you for listing your home and allowing us to enjoy it.
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monica C., Canandaigua - Finger Lakes, NY

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
Excellent location!!!! Great House!!!
Neighbors all very friendly and the home is beautifully decorated and very modern feeling. Love the location…easy walk to The Sandbar, Harry’s, Bortells, Ginny and Jane’Es, Pizza Social, Popo’s and a handful of others including the new pier. Shopping on Pine is divine! Loved the outdoor space and pool. Would be nice to have two lounge chairs instead of just one. The screened in patio was our favorite place to hang out! Maybe a table for dining out there? Just a thought. We did have an issue with the door code and it took about 45 minutes to remedy but Vacasa via text was very helpful and I would suggest that a new lock be installed. They did finally gave us a code for a lock box where there was a key. Why not just give both codes? We absolutely recommend this rental!
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

jonathan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location location has it all with pet
Great place not fancy has it all. Not enough wash clothes had to wash every day. The remote control fans interfere with each other. AC struggles to get below 75 so needed fans. Pocket doors go off tracks alot. Could use hooks to hang towels/suits out to dry. Id remove rugs for pet friendly. Great outdoor space. Yard worker sprayed roundup (Bad 4 all us & worse for furry friends). Overall love place & would return. Quiet street & beach area. Close to shops/restaurants. Bungalow style one level. Has bikes, beach wagon, chairs, umbrella, towels, floats, dog bowls, etc. Kitchen has nothing but bare essentials pans/dishes/toaster etc. Electronic entry has advantages if you can remember code or on phone..
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Madison S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Beach Vacation on AMI
This property was perfect for our family and little dog. Walking a few steps to the beach was wonderful, and being able to hang out by the private pool after the beach was amazing! We would love to stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
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6/10 Okay

Laura L L.

Uncleanly
Proximity to beach. private pool
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10/10 Excellent

Tara W.

Favorite place to stay
From the private pool to the amazing proximity to a quiet beach, this house is just the best fit for our family’s getaway needs!

10/10 Excellent

Courtney Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect house for a group of 4
This house sits on the perfect street with direct access to the beach. My family loved the pool and the layout of the house. We loved the location! The door code didn’t work but they have a code box with a set of keys as backup so that was perfect. There was a little construction nearby but you will run into that no matter where you stay- lots of renovations. It didn’t bother us at all. My only suggestion is more beach towels (6) and beach chairs (4). Would stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Nicole B.

Perfect getaway!
We’ve stayed in several houses on Anna Maria, this was by far our favorite! The location to the beach, the set up of the house, the screened in porch etc.

8/10 Good

meg a.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Lovely old AMI bungalow.
A few areas of improvement would make this place a perfect 10: new beach equipment, extra pool lounger, cleaning of outside shower and covered porch, and more dishes and pans. Location was perfect and so was the pool. Would stay here again in a heartbeat!.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

6/10 Okay

Donna D.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Neighborhood is noisy
Neighborhood is noisy. We found the house to be well equipped and very comfortable. However there was an amazing amount of noise from neighboring construction projects the entire week. We had three days with no Internet because of a snapped wire or damaged equipment. Hope we can get some compensation for that.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Scott H.

Close to beach
No roads to cross to get to beach. Very clean.

10/10 Excellent

Sandra S., Richmond,Ky

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, piece of old Florida
This type of house is why we started coming to Anna Maria. The way Florida used to be. Super location-nice quiet dead end street with no off street parking for others. Beautiful back yard-even with the larger houses around it, you have privacy. Beds are very comfortable. We enjoy this house very much.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Location, location, location
The house is a small cottage very fit for 4 people. It is a very short walk down a quiet street to the beach access. It is very clean and cute. It's actually nicer than the impression I got from the photos. The backyard/pool area feels very private due to the lush foliage, though it's surrounded by neighbors. A real oasis. We ended up renting bikes as the ones pictured were inoperable. We had some minor inconveniences with the auto door locks and the ceiling fans that management did not/could seem to address. But these issues were minor compared to the great location of the property.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
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2/10 Terrible

Larry J.

Needs a lot of work
Close to the beach
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10/10 Excellent

Adriano X.

Lovely guest house
This is a lovely place to stay, and I can't recommend it highly enough. Spotlessly clean, in a very quiet and peaceful location, just steps from the beach. We would like to mention that every detail in the house, made us feel like our home. The Vacasa team are very nice people with a gentle character of hospitality. This may have been the first time we stayed here, it certainly won't be the last.

10/10 Excellent

Susan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Great beach vibe.
Very well equipped and short Walt to lovely beach. Easy to catch wonderful sunsets.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Christa B.

A little paradise
Loved our two week escape from the North East. It was a perfect place for 2 to work from home. No problems with technology thanks to the note on the wi-fi. Still a lot of construction in 3 nearby homes, but didn’t mind too much. Loved the backyard pool, and short stroll to the beach. Wish it was available next February, we would be back.

10/10 Excellent

Sandy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay near the beach
Very nice home 4 houses from the beach. Nice neighborhood. Beautiful backyard pool. Nice screened in Florida room. Comfortable beds. Vacasa needs to update operation of TV/cable. We had to have a tech come out as there was no information to use. Same with WiFi. The password was incorrect as the tech had changed it previously. We left instructions for the next renter so that they wouldn’t have to call for a technician. Loved the artwork in this house. Everything we needed in the house. Even had jigsaw puzzles,games, books. Would suggest that they have more than 1 dish towel. Wanted to help my husband dry the dishes but since there was only 1......oh well 😉.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2021