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Dolphin Tales: Pool, Bay Views & Private Beach by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals

Beachfront vacation home near Bean Point Beach

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A pool area with a view of the ocean, a hot tub, and lounge chairs.
A covered outdoor deck with wicker furniture, a ceiling fan, and a view of the ocean.
An aerial view of a coastal property with multiple buildings, a clear view of the ocean, and a prominent circular structure.
A spacious dining area with a large table set for six, a chandelier, and a view of the ocean through large windows.
A beach with white sand, a wooden deck, and turquoise chairs.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 62534 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Anna Maria, FL
  • Place, Anna Maria City Pier
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Bayfront Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Anna Maria Island Museum and Historical Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪48 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Anna Maria

On the beach.Within 2 miles (3 km) of this well-placed vacation home, you'll find Bean Point Beach and Anna Maria Beach. Also, Bay Boulevard Beach is within half a mile (1 km) and Anna Maria City Pier is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Bay Boulevard Beach - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Anna Maria City Pier - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Bayfront Park - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Anna Maria Island Museum and Historical Park - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Bradenton Beach - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Sandbar Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Ugly Grouper - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Waterfront Restaurant - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Ginny's & Jane E's - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Dolphin Tales: Pool, Bay Views & Private Beach by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals

Dolphin Tales by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals
836 S Bay Blvd, Anna Maria, FL 34216

What You'll Love About This Home:
Location! Stunning Views with Private Access to the Bay!
3 Bedrooms / 3 Bathrooms
3 King Beds
Private Heated Pool & Spa
3 Levels of Decks & Verandas with Adirondack Chairs, Loungers, a Swing, & Patio Furniture
Elevator (Ground Floor to main living area) - Deposit required
Fully Equipped Kitchen with Counter Bar Seating
Dining Room with Seating for 8
BBQ Grill
Professional Linen Service, Washer & Dryer, Complimentary WIFI
Beach Towels, Beach Chairs, Beach Umbrella & Beach Wagon
Parking for 4 cars

Details:
Prepare for the "wows" as you pull up to Dolphin Tales, our water front home overlooking the sparkling Bay!
Located on the North End of Anna Maria, our home welcomes you with stunning views and relaxing and peaceful outdoor spaces.

Each of the three king bedrooms has an en-suite bathroom, TV, and sliding glass door access to the wrap around deck. Wake up to sunshine and the sea!

Outfitted with all the comforts of home, meals are a breeze in this kitchen. With breakfast bar seating and a dining table for 8, cooking in or taking out from nearby local favorites is comfortable and easy. A BBQ grill is also provided if you'd like to grill up the catch of the day! Dine al fresco in one of the sections of the wrap around deck.

Relax in the comfortable living room while catching up with your favorite TV show. Complimentary WIFI is available for everyone's devices.

Start your day with your morning coffee up on the top deck, known as the crows nest, while taking in the sunrise. It's the perfect place to welcome the adventures of the day.

Located on the ground level and steps from your own private beach, you will love the sparkling pool and spa. There's something special about being in the water while overlooking the water. Hopefully, you'll be inspired to tell your own Dolphin Tale!

There is a fully refundable $500.00 Deposit for use of the Elevator. The elevator services the ground level to the 2nd floor deck. If you are booking online and would like use of the elevator during your stay please contact us after booking so that we can add the Elevator Deposit to your reservation.

Please note:
Pets are not allowed in this home.
Amenities are subject to change.

You are vacationing in a residential area. Please be a good neighbor by keeping the noise to a respectful level during the day and night. Excessive and unreasonable noise can deprive neighbors of the peaceful enjoyment of their private property.

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

Your booking is with Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals. We will send you check-in instructions 14 days prior to your arrival date. We will send you our rental agreement in an electronic signature document. Please review and return to us by following the instructions.

** Your signed rental agreement must be returned in order to receive your check-in details.

VRBO BOOKINGS

Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals will charge your credit card for your deposit payment. You will also see a separate charge by VRBO for their service fee.

Your final balance is due 60 days prior to your arrival date. We will send you a final payment reminder 90 days prior to arrival. We do not automatically charge your card for your final balance.

The instructions for making your final payment will be included in your final payment reminder.

Please review the cancellation policy prior to booking.

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Your payment is due in full at the time of booking and the final balance information above does not apply to your reservation.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 private bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Furnished balcony/patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2,534 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

486545

Frequently asked questions

How close is Dolphin Tales: Pool, Bay Views & Private Beach by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals to the airport?

This vacation home is 21.1 mi (36-min drive) away from the Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Dolphin Tales: Pool, Bay Views & Private Beach by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Dolphin Tales: Pool, Bay Views & Private Beach by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals to the beach?

This vacation home is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Dolphin Tales: Pool, Bay Views & Private Beach by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Dolphin Tales: Pool, Bay Views & Private Beach by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Dolphin Tales: Pool, Bay Views & Private Beach by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Dolphin Tales: Pool, Bay Views & Private Beach by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Dolphin Tales: Pool, Bay Views & Private Beach by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals have a pool?

Yes, there's a private pool.

Does Dolphin Tales: Pool, Bay Views & Private Beach by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Dolphin Tales: Pool, Bay Views & Private Beach by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals to downtown Anna Maria?

This vacation home is 0.8 mi away from Anna Maria.

Dolphin Tales: Pool, Bay Views & Private Beach by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 27 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

ivrimark

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Pool and Spa well maintained.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

STEVE A.

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

Dolphin Tales

the house was wonderful and we loved the beach and pools. the beach was great for launching the paddle boards and kayaks.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Edward S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Brian M.

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

Relaxing

We enjoyed our stay. Looking for shells and dolphins was great. It was good to unwind.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard P.

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

6-day getaway in winter

Wife and I stayed for 6 days as a getaway for winter in PA. The property was as described. Easy to get around in Anna Maria. Lots of places to eat. Good views across the bay.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie P.

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

Paradise

The location was perfect. The house very nice. It was so nice to have a private beach. We had a wonderful time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Delilah C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The views from the back balcony are amazing! The only issue was there was only one key not two, which wasn’t really a problem for our group.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vicki F.

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

Breathing views and relaxing stay

Check-in was seamless and hassle-free. We were trilled to find this home was accessible for our daughter who uses a wheelchair- the elevator, open floor plan and spacious wrap around porch made it easy to enjoy the stunning water views. The kitchen was fully stocked with everything we needed to prepare meals, making our stay both comfortable and convenient.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Grace M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacy N.

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

Awesome view and location!

The house is exactly as listed. The views and location are amazing! Alyha went above and beyond to answer all our questions. I would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Linda C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
The property was nice with a good beach house vibe although several furnishings were dated and not very functional. Mattresses weren’t great.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

gregory p.

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

Beautiful Home with Beautiful Views.

We had a great time. We'll visit again soon. G. P
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very beautiful property, right on the bay! They had paddle boards which we thoroughly enjoyed. Very quiet spot at the end of the road. The pool and hot tub were wonderful. We saw all kinds of sea life including a manatee! Just a short drive to the beautiful beaches. Would definitely go back. The only issues we had were blinds not functioning in one room, needs a new coffee maker and the pool lights didn’t work at night, so that was a little disappointing. Overall an excellent stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Marissa J.

Our new spot

This rental exceeded our expectations. From the property to the accommodations we had everything we could need or want. We appreciate a well kept rental with functioning appliances, equipment and extras. This rental had it all. Glad to have found a new family vacation spot!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alfreda B.

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

Loved being on the water

We had a great time house was great, weather was not on our side, but we really had a great time anyway. We had no neighbors due to the previous hurricane.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Patricia K.

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

Beautiful home and location

We loved the house and the location. We couldn't have asked for a better week. There were a few issues, but property management came out guickly and fixed them. Please note the kitchen refrig icemaker is not working and the shower in the bedroom on the main floor near the staircase does not get hot water. Overall it was a wonderful week.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

tara b.

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

AMI Family Vacation

We truly enjoyed our stay. We had everything we needed. The house and property was beautiful. There was an issue with some black mold due to a leak in the ventilation/air system. I know the rental company had sent someone out to look about repairs. And the Elevator didn’t work until the last day. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Clifford P.

Simply the Best!!!

6th year on Anna Maria and this was by far our favorite house. The view is spectacular, the private beach was heavenly, the covered patio and pool were wonderful, and thank you for the heated water. It was perfect. The kitchen was well-appointed and the multiple refrigerators and wine coolers accommodated all our needs. The maintenance staff were so helpful, prompt, and we were so impressed by the service. Our guests all felt like they were in Heaven. We loved your service so much we are renting from you again next year. You made us very happy. Thank you!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

5 Stars

Dolphin Tales was everything I thought it would be and more. We rented the house for our 27th wedding anniversary. The home has wrap around views that are stunning. Sitting in the spa and looking out to the ocean was my favorite. The home was well stocked and the beds were comfortable. We had an issue getting one of the sliders open on our first day, but we called the rental agency and within the hour they had a team out to fix the door. They were great to deal with, very attentive. I have nothing but great memories and will most definitely return.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tori S.

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

The perfect beach house

We had such a fun time at Dolphin Tales! It’s exactly as pictured and the name does not lie- we saw dolphins almost everyday! We stayed in May and the weather was absolutely perfect. The pool and private beach make it so relaxing to just walk out the door to everything you need- especially with a two year old! The wrap around deck/view is DREAMY! We walked the mile to pine street every morning- which is very doable. Ginny and Jane’s, the donut experiment and hometown desserts were a few of our favorites. The Anna Maria island pier is also walking distance and has good lunch food! The kayaks are so nice to take out from the private beach access as well! The perfect beach house for a relaxing vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

brandi f.

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

Anna Maria Get Away

The location of the house was outstanding and the house was beautiful! Some of the furniture however was very outdated. The couch was very uncomfortable and worn. One of the beds on the second floor was extremely uncomfortable, you could feel the srings in it. The double beds on the bottom floor were very uncomfortable, you had to slam the door on the dryer to get it to shut. For the money we paid I expected better quality.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Yiddrey C.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Muy buen lugar todo serca y micha trankilidad

Nuestra estancia fue perfecta disfritamos micho de la piscina y la playa muy comoda la casa para relajarce y lo mas k me gusto fue los delfines
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jill L.

First visit to AMI

This was our first time on AMI. Loved the house - perfect location. Unfortunately we only had two days there before evacuating due to Hurricane Ian. We did manage to do a little shopping and had lunch at the Ugly Grouper the day before we left. We look forward to returning next year!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

Wonderful!

This slice of heaven is on a dead end street, it is private, spacious, open and has a wonderful view of the ocean. Also a pretty neighborhood for walks, we walked to the shops and restaurants daily. It has it's own private beach that is glorious. We stayed here for a week and enjoyed every minute of it! It was clean and well equipped. Will return!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Floyd D.

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

Dolphin Tale

Beautiful property and location. While interior is a bit date dated, it more than makes up for it in amenities and beach front location. It would have been helpful if the owner had instructions unique to this house. Things like operating the TV and hot tub were a bit difficult to figure out. Overall though, a wonderful property in a great spot.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

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