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Dog-friendly house w/ beautiful upstairs deck and grill, steps from the beach

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Living area
Interior
Interior
Living area

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer/dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Living room

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Dog-friendly house w/ beautiful upstairs deck and grill, steps from the beach

Sandy's Getaway

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Sandy’s Getaway offers two distinct spaces to accommodate the whole family or multiple couples - a ground-level bedroom and a larger upstairs suite, connected by outdoor stairs. Everyone is welcome here, and that does include the family dog! Canine members of the family, up to 30 lbs, are welcome.

Inside, you'll find a small living area, TV, and private bathroom in the downstairs suite, as well as a washer and dryer, accessible from the outside. Regroup upstairs in the great room, or lounge on the deck while the gas grill heats up. Inside, the kitchen is fully equipped with dishware and modern appliances, including a dishwasher for easy clean-up. After dinner, gather in the living room for a movie night on the wall-mounted flatscreen TV, or use the free WiFi to keep in touch with everyone back home. Discover what island life is all about - book here today!

This home is just a block from the pristine beach, so you may want to spend all day on the sand. Head about half a mile up the road to explore some dining options, including delicious seafood at The Sandbar Restaurant. If you'd like to explore the island, up to three cars can park in the driveway - but we recommend simply hopping on the free trolley that runs up and down Anna Maria Island!


If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. No more dogs are allowed.
Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 vehicles.



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.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Dogs only. Max of 1. Weight limit: 30 lbs each.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1283788vb
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Anna Maria

Located in Anna Maria, this holiday home is by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bradenton Beach and Bean Point Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at LECOM Park or IMG Bollettieri Tennis Academy. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.
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Anna Maria, FL

What's nearby

  • Palmetto Avenue Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Bradenton Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Island Players - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Anna Maria Island Museum and Historical Park - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Bean Point Beach - 3 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Ugly Grouper - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Sandbar Restaurant - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Waterfront Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ginny's & Jane E's - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Dog-friendly house w/ beautiful upstairs deck and grill, steps from the beach pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Dog-friendly house w/ beautiful upstairs deck and grill, steps from the beach?

As of 16 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dog-friendly house w/ beautiful upstairs deck and grill, steps from the beach on 15 August 2026 start from NZ$406, 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.

How much is parking at Dog-friendly house w/ beautiful upstairs deck and grill, steps from the beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Dog-friendly house w/ beautiful upstairs deck and grill, steps from the beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dog-friendly house w/ beautiful upstairs deck and grill, steps from the beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dog-friendly house w/ beautiful upstairs deck and grill, steps from the beach located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Bradenton Beach and Palmetto Avenue Beach. Island Players and Anna Maria Island Museum and Historical Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

7.4

Good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 56 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 56 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 56 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Check-in

7.4/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

8.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Lonnie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location was great!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Brandon P.

3 night stay.

Location to beach was great!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Malinda w.

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

Senior Spring Break

The house was great and the island was amazing.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher C.

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

Great location!

Had the best time with family! Would definitely visit again
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sara C.

Nice place to stay

We had a great time with the family, the location was perfect close to the beach, restaurants stores etc. The house was clean and comfortable and the sunsets are amazing very relaxing place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Chadd S.

Liked: Listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Wouldn’t stay here again

Property was OK, it’s the property management by Vacasa, that is the issue. Unfortunately, would not stay at any other property managed by Vacasa.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 August 2024
Chadd, thank you for your review, we sincerely apologize for the issues you experienced during your time with us. We sincerely apologize for any disconnect in the care you received when communicating with our team and appreciate you bringing this to our attention. We welcome your feedback as a means to improve and will be sure to follow up with the appropriate parties regarding your experience. We truly hope we can host you for a more comfortable stay in the future, thank you.
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Kendra B.

Great location

The internet was not working and there was not of eating utensils or dishes to use. Other than that it was great!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 June 2023
Thank you for sharing your feedback and bringing some items to our attention that may need some TLC. We have forwarded your feedback to the local staff so they can work to improve the house for future guests. Please know that our guest services team is available 24 hours a day to assist should any concerns arise during your visit. We hope you choose to stay with us again!
From a partner site

4/10 Poor

Gerard G.

SG

For the few dsys that we were there it was just OK. Would not recommend this property for a long stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 20 June 2023
Hi Gerard, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We appreciate your feedback as we continue to make improvements to our home. We hope to host you again soon!
Verified

2/10 Terrible

John M.

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

Cockroaches

It was amazing until the cockroaches showed up
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 20 June 2023
Thank you for staying with us, John. We are so sorry that pests found their way into the condo during your visit. Palmetto bugs are very common in Florida and part of the natural habitat. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused. We can assure you that our team completes frequent pest control to help remedy this common issue. Thank you for your feedback and we hope to host you again very soon.
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Adelia L.

Needs some things to do

The home is nice and close to the beach. But doesn’t have beds for everyone. The beds in the lower room aren’t good. And There is no disposer in the sink. And doesn’t have blender.
Response from VrboOwner on 19 October 2023
Thank you for your feedback, Adelia. We will assess the issues of the beds. We will also check further into garbage disposal, but not every unit or owner provides them. The blender is not one of our offered amenities. We apologize for any inconvenience this caused. We hope you'll visit us again soon!
Verified

4/10 Poor

Malcolm S.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Communication

great location for beach lovers

just a short walk to direct beach access made this house the perfect location. but vrBO does not mean "by owner" anymore. managing agent could have cared less. we had problems getting in with little help. we advised them of the black mold and said they would call within an hour but never did. second bathroom and bedroom not included in the main house level and had to be separated from our friends all weekend. house inside and outside was disgustingly dirty. if you love the beach.. this house is for you.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 June 2023
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback, Malcolm. We’re sorry to hear that the home was in this condition upon your arrival - please know that this is not the regular standard for our properties. We will continue to work with both our local staff and homeowner to make improvements to this home, and we hope you'll give us a second chance to impress you!
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Holly C.

Leaves a lot to be desired

The home itself is cute on the main floor, sort of slapstick construction but it is a beach town. The lower level is, frankly, gross. The bathroom is nasty and it's just poorly maintained. The WiFi never worked the whole week, the dishwasher as well, and the patio was dirty and had ants, and we didn't have any bedding for the pullout beds. I called MULTIPLE times, nobody ever helped us. Location is good, Vacasa is a real disappointment for over 3,000.00 a week
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 June 2023
Holly, we are so sorry for the issues you encountered that detracted from your stay. We always want to provide our guests with wonderful vacation experiences and we regret that this was not the case for you. We hope that the compensation you received helped alleviate some of the frustration. We hope that you will give us another chance to better impress you in the future.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Patrice W.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location of the rental is good as its close to a beach access on Holmes and the trolley stops. It is nicely decorated. The water pressure in every sink is terrible and hardly any water trickles out. Both bathroom showers have excellent water pressure though.The upstairs bathroom toilet tank is about to fall off the back of the toilet and we were afraid it would come off while using. The main upstairs bedroom door is hard to open and close as the door probably needs a bit removed off the bottom to alleviate this. The downstairs bedroom has absolutely no storage for any hanging clothes. They should replace the long dresser with a wardrobe with both hanging and drawer options. Neither bathroom in the unit have any hook on the back of the doors to hanging toiletry bags have no where to go. The downstairs bathroom sink is only a sink with no lower storage either. There is no accessible electrical outlet on the sink side so everything has to plug in on the island. Since this rental is right on Gulf drive as others have noted, its extremely loud/noisy from road noise and loud music going down the road. I used a white noise on the phone to help drown this out at night. Overall, it was an ok place to stay for a couple of nights, but I would never come back. Pretty expensive with all the fees for all these issues.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 October 2025
Patrice, thank you for your review, we sincerely apologize for the issues you experienced during your time with us. We will follow up with the appropriate parties regarding your feedback to discuss preventative measures and ensure the continued enjoyment of our future guests. We hope to have the opportunity to better impress you in the future!
From a partner site

4/10 Poor

Emily B.

Lacking Essentials

I am not one to complain and can navigate when things aren't as expected, so it pains me to have to say, this was one of the worst vacation rentals we have stayed at. When I read previous reviews of this location and saw comments about the kitchen and lack of essentials, I thought, it surely isn't that bad. Considering this rental can accommodate a larger group/family, being able to cook in the kitchen is essential. When reviews repeatedly say, the rental lacks essentials. Perhaps, take that seriously or inquire on specifics. We did not have one single spoon to use, enough towels for our family to use once, one washcloth, one dishcloth, and enough laundry soap to do one load of laundry, which means towels can be used once and you have to do a load of laundry. And for larger crowds/families, we used all the towels provided in one day. Every dish we pulled out of the cabinets were dirty and now I know why. The dishwasher did not clean the dishes. We ended up doing all the dishes by hand. The porch swing is broken, no seating downstairs for grilling out, and no consideration of possible mosquito repellant options. There was a lack of so many things for larger groups/families, it's to much to list. This property certainly needs some TLC and more thought into the amenities that make a vacation rental more user friendly for larger groups/families. The one redeeming quality was the physical location on the island. An easy walk to the beach and central to everything! Even though it was close to the main street, we didn't really mind that and enjoyed watching everyone out and about in the mornings. Overall, there are definitely better options to stay on AMI.
Response from VrboOwner on 20 June 2023
Thank you for staying with us, Emily. We're happy the location worked well for you. We sincerely apologize for the details that were amiss and we regret the negative impact caused. We will ensure that all areas of concern are addressed appropriately in an effort to provide a more pleasant stay for our guests. We appreciate your feedback and hope to host you for an outstanding stay in the future.
Verified

4/10 Poor

DOUG B.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

no resolution to issues

The downstairs A/C window unit was not large enough to cool the room. My daughter and son-in-law slept in another house with a friend one night and slept on the couches upstairs the other night. They cut their trip short because of this and only stayed two nights. To fill up the tank on the upstairs toilet, we had to open the lid and touch the gray piece connected to the float. I just left the lid off the whole time. The dryer quit working Sunday, so we were unable to wash the towels or any of our clothes. I used the same towel for my last five showers! I asked for clean towels to be delivered on four different occasions; by text, by phone, through the serviceman that came out to check the dryer, and one last time by text, again. No resolution at all! The standard reply was we are sorry, we will contact your local support. The serviceman said the unit would need a new dryer and he would bring one that afternoon to replace it. That never happened. During the summer months, it would be a nice house for two adults and two children, but definitely not 8 adults. Too hot to sleep downstairs with that small A/C window unit. I fell like I should be compensated for the issues mentioned above and the fact that my kids left early from our family vacation trip, but I'm not holding my breath waiting on a resolution to that, since nothing else was ever resolved. Sounds to me like there is no local support. I will avoid using Vacasa in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 June 2023
Thank you for taking the time to share your valuable feedback. We sincerely apologize for the maintenance issues you had and, most of all, for the lack of communication from us. Please know that this is not the typical standard our guests can expect, and when issues occur, we make every effort to resolve them quickly and efficiently. Our local operations manager is aware of all your concerns, and we will follow up to ensure that all your concerns will be resolved. We hope to have the opportunity to better serve you in the future.
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Colleen K.

good choice

Great location. Happy we could rent for the days we wanted. Very clean
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

John W.

Attending a wedding in Anna Maria, FL

The home served our purpose for a quick trip to a relative's destination wedding. The first floor and utility room (washer, dryer, beach chairs) were musty smelling. The second floor was clean but a bit worn. The side street is busy, a porch fan squeaked at night - I couldn't figure out where it came from until our last day - and the internet was slow. The reps from Vacasa were polite and responsive. Beach access was very close.
Response from VrboOwner on 20 June 2023
Thank you for visiting and sharing your review with us, John. We are happy to hear that you enjoyed your visit overall, though we are sorry for any concerns. Our local team has been working to make improvements. We hope to host you again soon.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Ashley V.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Nice but inaccurate listing

Pros: 5 minute walk to beach, central location, nice house. Having 2 sleeping areas was nice for multiple families. Stairs were not at steep as other reviews seemed to suggest. Cons: 1. The beds available were not as described. The listings are different on both VRBO and Vacasa’s app and neither are correct. There are actually 1 king, 1 double with a pull out couch, and 1 single size day bed and a single bed. (See 2.) 2. I tried to contact Vacasa about the bed situation and they said they would “get back to me” and never did. 3. We were never sent lock box codes at check in and had to call them to get into the house. A few suggestions for the owner: 1. Pillows are all very flat, it would be nice to have a few firmer pillows to use. 2. Knives are exceedingly dull. Either new knives or a sharpener would be nice. 3. It would be really helpful for young families to have a high chair or booster seat available for use.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 July 2023
Hi, thank you for your review, we appreciate you taking the time to provide us with your valuable feedback. Thank you for letting us know about the listing error so that the local manager could get it correct on both sites. Our apology that the check-in email did not deliver to your inbox prior to arrival. We understand that is very frustrating. We appreciate you letting us know the areas that need a little TLC and upgrades. We hope you will return soon. Thank you!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Deborah A.

Great location!

Loved the location! Living room and kitchen very spacious. Great front porch. Downstairs unit was convenient for separate travelers
Verified

8/10 Good

Jerri B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun place to stay

Nice accommodations although did not realize one of the bedrooms was downstairs and had a separate entrance but a very nice room. Close to beach
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

2/10 Terrible

patrick K.

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

No stove, no internet, no service

For some reason, Vacasa was somehow involved with this rental. After we left I refuse the casa and apparently they are one star out of five stars for over 500 reviews. I didn't have a stove, I bought $150 of groceries, we didn't have internet, I missed several hours of work, I found three roaches and a massive ants, the downstairs unit had extremely high odors due to painting and could not use it. The coffee canter was hidden finally found it. They tried moving us twice as far from the beach on day three but by that time we are already settled in and it was really a very sterile relocation. I'm pretty sure not giving somebody an oven or Internet in their rental if they advertise they have an oven and internet in a rental I'm pretty sure that's illegal
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 July 2023
Thank you for the review of your stay. Vacasa is the management company for this home. This information is clearly noted on the listing. We apologize that the stove was not working during your stay. This issue has been addressed. The home is near the water and will have bugs enter from time to time but is regularly exterminated. We are sorry we were unable to find a suitable relocation for you. Unfortunately, the internet can be unpredictable and we are sorry this interfered with your work schedule. We will follow up with the appropriate parties regarding your experience to discuss preventative measures and ensure the continued enjoyment of our future guests.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff B.

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

Friends getaway

Just perfect for our trip. Close to the beach, easy walk and nice accommodations. Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William C.

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

Great spot

We had a great time at this house, close to the beach!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric A.

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

Lovely Anna Maria

First time in this part of Florida and it was great! Easy flight into Tampa from DFW (impressive airport in Tampa). Very comfy place and convenient to a beautiful beach about a 5 minute walk. Had some initial issues with a/c and tv but quickly addressed. Wi-Fi slow and couldn’t get it to work last two days but no worries. Cooked a number of meals in and they could use a few more kitchen utensils but you can make it work. Very comfy and relaxing trip! Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Christine N.

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

Great location!

The location was super! Just a short walk to a beautiful white-sand beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

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