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Experience Bay Happy: Retreat with Pool Steps from the Beach Anna Maria

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
A heated pool
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, internet, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 82112 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Pool
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Anna Maria, FL
  • Anna Maria City Pier
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Bean Point Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Anna Maria Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Anna Maria

Seaside stay .Within a 15-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find Anna Maria Beach and Bean Point Beach. Bayfront Park and Bay Boulevard Beach are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Anna Maria City Pier - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Anna Maria Beach - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Anna Maria Island Museum and Historical Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Bean Point Beach - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Bradenton Beach - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Rod & Reel Pier - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Two Scoops - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Sandbar Seafood & Spirits - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Waterfront Restaurant - ‬7 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.

Experience Bay Happy: Retreat with Pool Steps from the Beach Anna Maria

Bay Happy by AMI Locals
Anna Maria, Florida
VR21-000047

Bay Happy is a fun-filled haven! It features a spacious backyard with a private pool and built-in seating, patio lounge seating, a dining table, and a grill. Upper-level balconies offer stunning bay and inland views, perfect for morning coffee or evening relaxation.

Bay Happy is a fun-filled haven with a spacious backyard featuring a private pool, built-in seating, patio lounge areas, a dining table, and a grill. Upper-level balconies provide stunning bay and inland views, ideal for morning coffee or evening relaxation.

The living space boasts modern furnishings, creating a stylish and inviting atmosphere. The beautiful kitchen features stainless steel appliances and convenient bar seating for casual meals, along with a formal dining table ideal for gatherings.

The inviting bedroom layout includes a spacious primary suite with a luxurious king bed and an ensuite bathroom with a walk-in shower and tub. The second and third bedrooms offer comfortable queen beds, while the fourth bedroom is perfect for larger groups, featuring two queen beds and its own ensuite bathroom. Additionally, there’s a full bathroom with a walk-in shower, along with a convenient washer and dryer for guest use.

Room Details
-Primary Bedroom: King bed and ensuite bathroom with walk-in shower and tub
-Second Bedroom: Queen bed
-Third Bedroom: Queen bed
-Fourth Bedroom: Two Queen beds and ensuite bathroom with walk-in shower

Don’t miss the opportunity to experience the perfect family vacation at Bay Happy on Anna Maria Island! Book your stay today and start making unforgettable memories in this beautiful coastal paradise!

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This home is managed by AMI Locals, an Anna Maria Island property management company.

No pets are allowed at this property.

3 cars maximum are able to park at this home. We ask our guests to please plan accordingly and coordinate with your group. There is no overnight parking available for additional vehicles.

We do not accept reservations from anyone under 25 years of age. We do not allow persons under 25 to occupy a property unless accompanied by someone over 25 years of age. Please see our AMI Locals Rental Policies for full details.

These premises are monitored by video surveillance in select exterior areas.

Please Remember: "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." *Exceeding the noise ordinance could result in disciplinary actions including fines and/or termination of your rental agreement without refund.

Property manager

AMI Locals

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 private bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Heated pool
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing 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: 2,112 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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

Pets

  • No pets 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
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

638

Frequently asked questions

How close is Experience Bay Happy: Retreat with Pool & Games Steps from the Beach to the airport?

This vacation home is 20.6 mi (34-min drive) away from the Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Experience Bay Happy: Retreat with Pool & Games Steps from the Beach have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Experience Bay Happy: Retreat with Pool & Games Steps from the Beach to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 8-minute walk from Anna Maria Beach and 12-minute walk from Bean Point Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Experience Bay Happy: Retreat with Pool & Games Steps from the Beach offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Experience Bay Happy: Retreat with Pool & Games Steps from the Beach?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Experience Bay Happy: Retreat with Pool & Games Steps from the Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Experience Bay Happy: Retreat with Pool & Games Steps from the Beach?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Experience Bay Happy: Retreat with Pool & Games Steps from the Beach have a pool?

Yes, there's a private pool.

Does Experience Bay Happy: Retreat with Pool & Games Steps from the Beach have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Experience Bay Happy: Retreat with Pool & Games Steps from the Beach to downtown Anna Maria?

This vacation home is 0.3 mi away from Anna Maria.

Experience Bay Happy: Retreat with Pool Steps from the Beach Anna Maria Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Desarie C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful

The property was amazing it was our second time staying at this property
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

connie m.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice house … But

The house was nice, could use a bit of a better cleaning, just don’t wear white sox. The inside was done nicely, comfortable, and tasteful, Loved having the view of the water and the proximity to walk out the front door to the beach was wonderful ( although during the day gets quite crowded) loved Seeing the sunrise with morning coffee and can even catch the edge of the sunset at night, easy walk to see the full sunset . The downfall , which is specifically why I rented this home was the pool . It was filthy and not heated ! I called and asked for a cleaning which they did not get there until Thursday , we are had to leave on Friday . The pool was too cold to swim in . I specifically wanted a heated pool . I paid for a house with a heated pool . I feel I should get some bit of a refund for not being able to enjoy that part of staying in this home .My other complaint is, I am a wine drinker, a wine snob to a point . There are no wine glasses ( fortunately I do travel with one of my own fine wine glass ) and when traveling with kids, there is no plastic. We had to go to Walgreens and buy kids plastic cups for their milk and juice . The glasses in the cabinet were just a bit too heavy and with tile floor did not want to risk them dropping . Lastly there was no basement , no ping pong table or foosball, no beach items so the photo of the basement is not accurate .There were 4 beach chairs and a small lil’ buggy, problem was gate was locked and had to drag these things up the
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peggy A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Girls’. Trip 2024

We had a great time! Was not aware I had booked both sides so we didn’t have the talk time we usually have but we were on the go so much it was not a problem. The host is terrific! I forgot a bag and it was returned to me with nothing missing. Totally appreciate that
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Daniel B.

Liked: Cleanliness

A great location on a beautiful island.

We really enjoyed our stay. The location was perfect for us, with easy access to the beach and bay. The house was cozy and had an ideal layout for our group. The only negative I would say is that it felt minimally stocked.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Julie B., Ann Arbor,MI

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice rental

Thank you for letting us stay at your property. We had a wonderful two weeks and would stay again. The view of the water is really nice. It was loud though with non-stop construction (no fault of the rental owners!) and groundskeeping at the park across the street. As mentioned in prior review, initial code provided to us didn’t work. Fortunately agency responded quickly and provided a different access code. The unit is decorated nicely. I wouldn’t say it’s a warm/inviting place, but the decor is nicely done. There were a lot of missing essential items (spatulas, oven mitts, small plates, sufficient spoons, and more), but 5 stars to rental agency which brought us all new items on a Sunday!! The bedrooms, baths, beds were all great! No hooks to hang towels in some bathrooms. Areas where a few things still needed from recent remodeling - like the final walkthrough and/or fixes haven’t been done. Biggest issue why we didn’t give it 5 stars is that we never had a functioning clothes washer, and we were there for 2 weeks! The agency’s repair person came and tried and needed to have someone come from vendor. That never happened. I asked the company to pick up our clothes to wash but they didn’t respond. I hope they have it fixed for future renters. Overall a nice place.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

Liked: Cleanliness

AMI Newbies

Bay Happy was a wonderful home base for our first visit to AMI. Fantastic, proactive communication from AMI Locals. Alerted before our stay that there would be a required city inspection of the house our first morning. Also checked in with us when homeowner's contractor needed to deliver supplies to garage. Checked in to be sure we'd arrived and all was well. The first door code didnt work, but was resolved within minutes via phone call. Clear and thorough check out instructions. The home is tastefully decorated, clean, and comfortable. Exactly as shown in pictures. All beds were declared to be "very comfortable." Back yard is private, pool temp pleasant. Easy walks to Pine, the piers, Bean Point; our group enjoys walking 2-3 miles at a time, several times a day. Short drives to other beaches, e.g., Manatee and Coquina. Only a park across the street between home and the Bay. Balconies/decks are great for group visiting, or solitude. Quiet neighborhood, not much traffic. Customer service top notch at shops and restaurants. Minor suggestions would be to add hangers if possible...only the main bedroom had hangers which we divied up to other closets. And, several of us wished for a full length mirror. We enjoyed this home and would not hesitate to book again. Overall great experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

Jeff S.

Great setting but house needs a lot of attention

The location of the house was great! Unfortunately it is in a state of really poor repairs that are unfinished and honestly should be corrected ASAP. The listing should state the true condition of the house. Also when we arrived there were bottles, cans and broken glass around the pool in the landscaping. There was very little beach gear etc. which normally we have had better equipment in all of our previous rentals. This house can really be nice and probably was at one time. I would not stay here again and we were all really disappointed. We stay in the area several times a year through VRBO and this is the first time we have had this happen.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Bay Happy

We absolutely loved the pool and location. It was nice and quiet just a short distance from the free trolley. Home was nice and clean. We enjoyed our stay there.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelly G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Hurricane idal

I would love to say I enjoyed my stay but unfortunately due to hurricane Idal that was not the case. The house and area was beautiful and check in was easy, however, we weren’t even there for 24 hrs before mandatory evacuation. I did not buy the insurance since I booked this in January and did not think about a hurricane. So whatever you do BUY the insurance not matter what. I was hoping since it was a MANDATORY evacuation that AMI would work with us maybe book us for next year or give us 50% off for next year but they will NOT work with you and will only say you should have bought the insurance. So please be aware if you book with AMI
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dennis W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing

Perfect fit for our family! Loved the pool! Only complaint there are no storage containers for leftovers or pot holders, otherwise perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Very close to the water

Enough bedrooms, parking and room for entertainment.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Betsy J.

Liked: Cleanliness

The perfect getaway

A wonderful home with access to a ton of things to do. The pool was perfectly heated, beds comfortable and home layout was great for parents and kids. Recommend reserving a golf cart for your full stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Lars L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Bay Happy Anna Maria Island

Great location and the perfect accommodation for 5-6 people. Quiet area. Easy access to the beach. Pool area somewhat small for 5-6 people. Not enough of lounge chairs, only 2. Not enough of porcelain for 5-6 people eating home made dinners ( appetizers Plus main course and dessert). Great outdoor grill. Property management very helpful.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

William L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house for a large group.

Great house and location, walking distance to shops and trolly. Beach directly across the street. Built in pool was excellent for relaxing in. A few minor issues that were quickly resolved by property management who kept in constant contact with me. We had a great time during our 10 day stay.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

robert k.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

We just spent 10 days in this amazing home. The place was even better than what we expected. Great with the small beach across the road for s morning swim. They had everything you need for a nice day at the beach. Quick response from the property managers when we had any questions. Would love to come here again.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2022