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Beach nearby
A heated pool
Interior
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
The current price is AU$798
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct

Explore the area

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Anna Maria, FL
  • Anna Maria City Pier
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Bean Point Beach
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Anna Maria Beach
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪40 min drive‬

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About the area

Anna Maria

At this villa you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of popular places like Anna Maria Beach and Bean Point Beach. .Villa features free WiFi, 2 bathrooms and a sofa bed. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a Smart TV and a coffee/tea maker are also available.
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What's nearby

  • Anna Maria City Pier - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Anna Maria Island Museum and Historical Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Bean Point Beach - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Anna Maria Beach - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Bradenton Beach - 4 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Sandbar Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Ugly Grouper - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Waterfront Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Ginny's & Jane E's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪North Shore Cafe - ‬8 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.

Bayside Retreat with Pool and Bay Views! Near Beaches, Shops, and Dining

Blissful Bay at Bayside Bungalow by AMI Locals
201 S Bay Blvd, Unit #4, Anna Maria, FL 34216
VR18-000088

Welcome to Blissful Bay at Bayside Bungalow, a bright and beachy three bedroom, two bath condo perfectly located on the north end of Anna Maria Island! Just across the street from the Tampa Bay and near the islands pristine white-sand beaches, this retreat blends coastal charm with unbeatable convenience. Steps away, you’ll find Pine Avenue’s restaurants, and shopping center with local boutiques, coffee and ice cream shops, and chic boutiques.

Highlights
- Across the street from Bay beach
- 10-minute walk to Anna Maria beach
- 3 Bedrooms / 2 Bathrooms
- 1 King, 1 Queen, 2 Twins, 1 Sleeper Sofa
- Shared heated pool
- Shaded cabana
- Shared BBQ area
- Dog friendly
- Near Pine Avenue shops and restaurants

Guests of Blissful Bay enjoy access to the Bayside Bungalow’s sparkling heated pool, surrounded by loungers and a breezy cabana for shade. Two BBQ grills and outdoor dining tables make it easy to gather for meals under the Florida sun. With its bayside setting and walkable proximity to both the Gulf and Bay, this location delivers the best of Anna Maria Island living.

Inside, you’ll find a light and airy open floor plan. The living room offers plush seating, a TV, and a sleeper sofa, while the rustic dining table is perfect for family meals. The fully equipped kitchen includes cookware, dish-ware, and appliances like a dishwasher, toaster, and coffee maker to keep vacation cooking simple and fun.

The peaceful primary bedroom features a king bed, coastal decor, and an ensuite bathroom with a walk-in shower. Both guest bedrooms boast water views, one with a queen bed and one with two twin beds overlooking the bay. A beautifully updated hallway bathroom provides a double vanity and a shower/tub combination, great for families and friends.

Room Details
- Primary Bedroom: King bed, ensuite with walk-in shower
- Second Bedroom: Queen bed
- Third Bedroom: Two twin beds
- Living Room: Sleeper sofa

Planning a group getaway? Bayside Bungalow is home to five total condos, and you can reserve multiple units under “Bayside Bungalows” to keep everyone close while still enjoying private spaces.

Book your stay at Blissful Bay at Bayside Bungalow today and experience the perfect blend of bayside relaxation, Gulf beach proximity, and easy access to dining and shopping on Anna Maria Island!


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1 car 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.

This property allows dogs with host approval prior to arrival. Please note there will be an additional pet fee associated, see our AMI Locals Rental Policies for full details.

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

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 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.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,200 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 - 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

  • Pets are welcome
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Blissful Bay at Bayside Bungalows
Blissful Bay at the Bayside Bungalows
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Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Bayside Retreat with Pool and Bay Views! Near Beaches, Shops, and Dining?

Yep, Bayside Retreat with Pool and Bay Views! Near Beaches, Shops, and Dining is a short 15-minute walk from Anna Maria Beach. Fun beach activities include jet skiing, snorkelling and body boarding. You can also find motor boats.

How much does it cost to stay at Bayside Retreat with Pool and Bay Views! Near Beaches, Shops, and Dining?

As of 22 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bayside Retreat with Pool and Bay Views! Near Beaches, Shops, and Dining on 30 Sept 2025 start from AU$798.03, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Bayside Retreat with Pool and Bay Views! Near Beaches, Shops, and Dining have a pool?

Take your pick from a heated pool, a pool and a communal pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Bayside Retreat with Pool and Bay Views! Near Beaches, Shops, and Dining?

No, Bayside Retreat with Pool and Bay Views! Near Beaches, Shops, and Dining does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Bayside Retreat with Pool and Bay Views! Near Beaches, Shops, and Dining?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Bayside Retreat with Pool and Bay Views! Near Beaches, Shops, and Dining Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 71 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 71 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 71 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 71 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 71 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful condo. Very clean. Pool was also very clean. View of bay was gorgeous and very close to an excellent restaurant, The Waterfront, which is a must try. Close to lots of shops, general store, ice cream, etc. We also rented a golf cart so never had to drive. Not even to the Publix. Definitely will be back. Hopeful the washer and dryers will be connected by then. That would be the only thing we would have added. Other than that excellent vacation!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property, stated had washer and dryer, but did not. Great communication with management company. Great location
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julio César R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very pleasant and well located place

Everything was as in the pictures
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheri S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful beach house!

Location is great. Beach is across the street and the home is very nice and plenty big.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Sofia H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice simple vacation

We enjoyed it very much. Spacious kitchen - living room area, renovated shower (master) and well equipped. Pool area clean and organized, grill functioning well. Things to improve: master bed very old mattress and box makes loud noise. Some of the dishes not perfectly clean.-
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome property and awesome property managers I would stay with them again
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice home to stay in. Beautiful well kept property.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Noah A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place in quiet area and central to shops, fishing piers, beach, and restaurants.

Beautiful place and pictures don’t make it justice. Property was well maintained and pool was area was clean, peaceful and relaxing. Everything was to our expectations and more! Not our first time on the island, but our first at Blissful Bay. We would recommend and stay there again. Thanks
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

4/10 Poor

Russell H.

Not recommended

This property is managed by a property management with multiple properties on Anna Maria. I noticed before booking that cleaning fees including a gratuitous “linen fee” and “resort fee” despite this being essentially an apartment in a quad plex. These fees more than double the nightly rate. Before arrival I had my phone blown up with multiple phone calls, texts, and no fewer than a dozen emails stipulating all the rules of the property which weren’t outlined upon booking through VRBO, such as the imposition of pet weight limits. This may be detrimental to a traveler who has a pet over 50 lbs and is ineligible for a refund after booking through the app. Overall, the check-in process was super overwrought, and I was called ahead of time to tell me that there would be no early check-in or late check-out. (Keep in mind, checkout is an unusual time of 10:00am with no option to extend to 11). When checking in, the electronic door code did not work and I had to stand in the heat on hold with the customer service line to get someone to fix it. They promised to reset the door code but nobody ever came. The eye watering cleaning fees do not preclude the hosts from asking guests to do chores such as dishes and take trash out during their stay. Upon arrival I noticed the exterior areas were quite dirty with visible grime and stains on the outside banisters, stairways, and gates. There are incredibly irritating alarms on each exterior door, which I am told is due to city ordinance for pool safety, despite there being no alarm on the main gate to the pool. The inside of the apartment was clean, however there was a large window busted out and boarded up in my suite that had not been repaired - they just closed the blinds over it. Towels and cooking implements are provided but guests must bring their own toiletries, shampoo, olive oil, filtered water, etc. This VRBO is not like a typical one where these are supplied… it’s cheaper and more inhospitable. I was tickled to find a sign in the apartment stating that only one roll of toilet paper would be provided during our stay and beyond that we would have to go to the store and buy our own. Even the salt and pepper shakers were emptied out. This just seems penny wise/pound foolish. I think “AMI Locals” might be a better option for lodging if they offered a more hospitable experience. Overall the only winning factor was the location. Next time I will pick a different place to stay on Anna Maria.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

The property was great/true to pictures…great location, ample room, easy check-in.Would definitely stay again:)
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Joan T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Anna Maria Stay

The rooms were dark with no good view of the ocean except for one bedroom window. Easy access to trolley car.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

4/10 Poor

Kerry W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great but…..

The property overall is as described. The location is convenient and the actual unit is pretty spacious. The biggest problem for us was we were a party of seven and it is advertised as sleeping eight people. The sleeper sofa is included in the eight people and we needed to utilize that to accommodate our group. The mattress on the sleeper sofa is horribly thin and very uncomfortable. You could literally feel each bar through it. We contacted management the very next day after arrival and they said they would send somebody, which they did, and he’d told us they’d find a solution. And, through communications via text, I was told something would be done about it. I kept asking and was ignored about it. It could’ve been solved simply by getting us a replacement mattress or an air mattress. Nothing was done! And we paid an exorbitant amount of money to stay at a place that was supposedly able to sleep eight and did not even sleep seven comfortably! The last of the rant is that they give you two dishwashing tabs. We didn’t realize that we only had two until the last day when we were being considerate and were going to run the dishwasher and empty it when they told us that they only supply two. So pound wise -penny foolish. We had to leave a dishwasher full of dirty dishes for their over wrought cleaners to deal with. Just dumb.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Missy P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family spring break

Enjoyed the simplicity of the check in, parking and ease of traveling around the island! Beautiful location and beach!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Alexei Gonzalez

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brian V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great experience and location

AMI locals were very Easy to work with. Great location and had no issues during our stay here
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

LISA B.

Great area, missing some necessities

Great location, pool was nice, check in was rough- Did not get code until 15 mins after hour while waiting in heat with an infant and toddler was not fun. Bunk room beds were quite dirty and no new things to change them with. Bring dishcloths! Board walk is across from duplex and many places to eat. Beach is a short drive away.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cathy M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good Location

Walking location to some shops and restaurants. Across from the Anna Maria pier where the kids enjoyed fishing. Short drive to Bean Point Beach. The property was clean and plenty of room for the 7 of us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Taylor N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stay went well. Location was clean and as advertised.

Located on bay side, however there is a nice narrow beach with lots of wildlife (birds, manatees, fish).
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Matthew H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay

We were only here for one night; however, it was quite evident that the property was very clean, located near the water and great restaurants/shops, and we’ll cared for. It was quite private given it is a condo. Will definitely return in the future.
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful place!!

We were not disappointed in the condo. Great location, close to beach and restaurants. We walked or took free trolley to all places. Close to Two Scoops ice cream and the Donut Experiment. Thank you for letting us stay in your beautiful home
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Tiffany P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Location

Great communication with property management. Excellent location (right across the street from the City Pier with a little beach, right by Pine Ave shops and restaurants, once you park you can walk to pretty much everything on the north side of the island! Even though other people were staying at the property we had time to ourselves in the pool area every day (but there is enough space and chairs to share the space even if we were all out there at the same time). Our only complaint is that the mattresses were so noisy, any little movement would make a loud sound and wake up anyone else in the room with you. Hopefully that can be remedied by the property owners because then the unit would be perfect. We did have a great time - Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sheila R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very clean and nice amenities

Just a really clean nicely furnished place Really appreciated the beach towels and beach chairs
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marc and Cheryl R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great time great location

Great time great location!We enjoyed our stay this property is very conveniently located with access to the beautiful day and just a short walk or golf cart ride to the Gulf Beach. The property was Spacious and very well appointed. We would definitely stay at this property again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Leigh D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best anniversary trip ever

This was our favorite vacation ever! The property was located right on the water, walking distance from an amazing pier where you could fish, buy food/drink, and see amazing views. Everything was immaculate and the food on this island was to die for. We had our own heated pool with a really cute place to sun bathe. I cannot recommend this place highly enough. The property managers where very attentive and checked in frequently to make sure we had what we needed. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Katherine H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very nice

If you want to be close to the pier and some restaurants this is a very nice place to stay. Great open layout and totally updated. I had a few questions after check-in so texted with the property management, and they responded immediately both times. I would book here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021