Anna Maria Island Villa for Rent: Anna Maria Island Gorgeous direct waterfront Villa. - Property 70529

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There is an ongoing policy of continually renewing and refurbishing so you can rest assured you will have an enjoyable stay. Our Head Housekeeper and her team ably manage our Housekeeping Service. Before you arrive your property will be thoroughly cleaned and polished from top to bottom, floors washed, beds made up with fresh linens, and a neat pile of newly laundered towels is placed in each bathroom. Our vacation home features hygienic hard wood flooring and ceramic tile and they are, without exception, considered by us to be the best of all Anna Maria Island Vacation Rentals. A file is placed in property with a comprehensive list of local restaurants and attractions, emergency contact numbers, property information and island data. Maintenance items and pool cleaning will be efficiently attended to and you are free just to relax and soak up the atmosphere and sunshine in superb surroundings.

This exclusive seven mile long barrier island of Anna Maria lies just west of the town of Bradenton on Florida's famous Gulf Coast. Reached by either of the two bridges from the mainland, our beautiful sub-tropical resort area has long been a favourite of visitors looking for relaxation and sunshine along one of the most picturesque expanses of white sugar sand beaches found in the world. Activities All along the island you will find bike paths, marinas, water sports, sailboats, tennis courts and broad sweeping expanses of peaceful uncrowded beaches overlooking the waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Quaint turn of the century fishing piers are a great place to drop a fishing line, walk off a sumptuous meal or pass the time of day with the locals. With year round sunshine, a warm tropical climate and sea temperatures averaging 80 degrees, the waters surrounding the island are known as The Nursery because of the large numbers of bottle nose dolphins that raise their young here.

Dining Dining on the island is an incredible culinary adventure with everything from casual beach cafes for breakfast or lunch, to fine restaurants with an international reputation. We have our own island supermarket which has a superb array of fresh baked goods, crisp fruit and vegetables and delicious steaks or lobster. Shopping There are plenty of small shops and boutiques to browse around for gifts, craft items, silver and distinctive casual clothes. Just over on the mainland is the vibrant city of Bradenton with shopping malls, cinemas, bowling alley and other attractions. With the cosmopolitan cities of Tampa and Orlando just a drive away, you can spend a day or two in the hectic environment of Disney or Busch Gardens and then return to the peace of the island.

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