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White Shell by Anna Maria Vacations
Living Area
Screened-In Balcony
Dining Area
Outdoor Bar and Grill

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6175.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Balcony

About this property

Family-Friendly Canal-Front Home with Pool, Dock, and Games! Close to Beach! - W

White Shell by Anna Maria Vacations
Home in Anna Maria, FL
VRC16-000161

Welcome to White Shell, a charming canal-front Anna Maria Island vacation rental offering a perfect family retreat with modern amenities! This three-bedroom, two-bath home comfortably sleeps the whole family and your dog, featuring a seasonally heated private pool, a spacious outdoor bar and grill, and a private boat dock with two jet ski slips. Located just seven minutes from tranquil Bay beaches and a twelve-minute walk to Anna Maria Beach, White Shell puts you in the ideal spot near Pine Avenue to enjoy all of Anna Maria Island’s natural beauty, shopping, dining, and water adventures!

Highlights
• Canal front home with a private dock
• 3 Bedroom / 2 Bath
• 2 Kings, 2 Twin Beds
• 7-minute Walk to Bay Beach 
• Outdoor bar and grill
• Heated pool and spa
• Pool table, Ping Pong table and Foosball table
• Beach gear provided
• Dog friendly with host approval
• 4 Parking Spaces

Plunge into Old Florida charm at this island gem! A dazzling, seasonally heated oasis pool and hot tub anchor in the lush backyard, packed with plush loungers and chic seating. Sizzle up feasts at the outdoor bar and BBQ, perfect for sunset cocktails. Launch water adventures from your private dock or dive into fun in the game room with pool table, ping pong, and foosball. Seamlessly blending indoor thrills with outdoor bliss, this retreat redefined vacation magic.

Inside, the vibrant and inviting interior seamlessly connects the living room, dining area, and fully equipped kitchen. The open layout encourages family gatherings and relaxed conversations, perfect for your vacation. The fully stocked kitchen features plenty of appliances, utensils, and gadgets, making meal prep effortless. Step out through the large screened-in lanai, with plush seating and a second dining table, to enjoy the tropical views of the pool and canal.

The primary bedroom, located on the third floor, features a king bed, luxurious linens, and a private ensuite with a soaking tub and walk-in shower, your peaceful sanctuary after a day on the water or at the beach. The second bedroom, on the second floor, offers another king bed and shares a hall bathroom with a walk-in shower. The third bedroom, perfect for kids, boasts two twin beds and is ideal for restful nights and fun sleepovers. The home’s layout ensures everyone has their own space to relax.

Room Details
• Primary Bedroom (3rd floor): King bed, ensuite bathroom 
• Second Bedroom (2nd floor): King bed
• Third Bedroom (2nd floor): Two twin beds

Use the private dock and boat slips for fishing, kayaking, or boating excursions. With beach toys, a wagon, chairs, and umbrellas included, you’ll be ready for memorable days on the sand or adventures on the water.

Book White Shell today and enjoy a perfect blend of relaxation, water fun, and island charm. Whether relaxing by the pool, exploring Anna Maria’s shops and restaurants, or boating on the bay, this home offers everything for a memorable family vacation.

Reserve now and start creating lifelong memories on Anna Maria Island!


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This property participates in our Professional Linen Program. In Anna Maria Vacation's continuous effort to bring only the best quality experience to our guests, we are proud to offer a professional linen service at this property to better enhance your enjoyment while staying here. This luxury amenity provides you with high-quality linens; including bedding, bath towels, washcloths, and beach towels that are in place and ready for your use upon your arrival. These high-quality linens are washed in a commercial setting using the latest and best technology.

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

With host approval before check-in, this property accepts dogs only (No cats or other animals are allowed). An additional pet fee will apply. See our Anna Maria Vacations Rental Policies for full details.

4 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 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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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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
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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 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 deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Anna Maria

Located in Anna Maria, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Anna Maria Beach and Bradenton Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Fish Hole Adventure Golf and H2O Watersportz. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Anna Maria, FL

What's nearby

  • Bayfront Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Anna Maria City Pier - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Anna Maria Island Museum and Historical Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Bradenton Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Bean Point Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Ugly Grouper - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Sandbar Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Waterfront Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Ginny's & Jane E's - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Family-Friendly Canal-Front Home with Pool, Dock, and Games! Close to Beach! - W have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Family-Friendly Canal-Front Home with Pool, Dock, and Games! Close to Beach! - W?

As of 4 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Family-Friendly Canal-Front Home with Pool, Dock, and Games! Close to Beach! - W on 9 June 2026 start from NZ$1,058, 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.

Is Family-Friendly Canal-Front Home with Pool, Dock, and Games! Close to Beach! - W pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Family-Friendly Canal-Front Home with Pool, Dock, and Games! Close to Beach! - W?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Family-Friendly Canal-Front Home with Pool, Dock, and Games! Close to Beach! - W?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family-Friendly Canal-Front Home with Pool, Dock, and Games! Close to Beach! - W?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Family-Friendly Canal-Front Home with Pool, Dock, and Games! Close to Beach! - W located?

This family-friendly Anna Maria holiday home is located on the waterfront, within a 15-minute walk of Anna Maria Island Museum and Historical Park, Anna Maria Beach and Bradenton Beach. Historic Green Village and Bayfront Park are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family and I had a great time enjoying the property. Lots of kayak trips taken from the dock and many nights spent relaxing in the hot tub. Game room was enjoyed by all.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was perfectly located and a really great property that had so much to offer. The games in the lower level were a big hit at night too! Would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelly B.

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

Nice place

Nice place, good location, check in and out was a breeze
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fiona T.

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

Great beach house

We loved our short stay at Seashell. It's a short walk to a bunch of delicious restaurants, the beach and a breakfast cafe. House was super clean. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda L.

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

Family Vacation

This was a great home! We enjoyed our stay very much. Great location for restaurants, beach and shopping. The only negative that I have is more bath and kitchen towels need to be supplied.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

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

Great week of vacation

House was as advertised and exactly what we wanted. A nice relaxing week in AMI - with walk ability to the restaurants and beach while in a quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stu O.

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

Anna Maria Spring Break

This property was perfect for our family of 4 adults and 2 children. It was modern, clean, private, with a great pool, hot tub, and other amenities. We had a wonderful week.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

emily r.

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

Great location and big space

This property is in the quiet part of AMI. 0.7 miles from Bean Point beach. It has rip currents and a higher shark risk but our kids are older and we just knew to only wade in a bit. It was very nice to have pretty much an open beach to ourselves in walkable distance. We got a golf cart for the week but there isn’t a ton close to this location so glad we also had a car to go farther back to the other beaches for dinner. The house was a perfect size for our family of 5. Pool was amazing. The yard is literally so private you have no idea other houses are nearby. pool floaties and beach towels were provided. Hot tub was lovely. There is an outdoor tv and bar but you can't see the tv from the pool (#firstworldproblems) Game room was amazing for our teenage kids. Pool, pingpong, stereo system that hooked to their phone etc. The boys lived down there. The stove never got hot. I couldn't boil water, so weird. So we used the grill which was clean with all the supplies needed. Room space was good, house could use wall cleaning and new furniture, but we weren't there to hang out inside. Screened in patio was perfect to keep the bugs off at night while we played cards. They forsure provide the bare minimum in household supplies. There isn't even spray to clean counters and I had to dig for a broom. I wish VRBOs went back to provided basic supplies. I would care for the house while we are there if stuff was provided. Overall a good stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Kathy r.

Liked: Communication

Hot tub

This was a nice. Place., however we choose this house for the hot tub , and the jets did not work and it never got hot . We reported this on arrival day. It never got fixed .
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

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

Perfect Rental

This was the perfect rental for us and 4 teens! The house itself was spacious, clean and the rec room was perfect for the afternoon rain storms that come through this time of year. We love staying on the northern part of the island in the middle of the beach and the city pier so the location for us was perfect. We hope to rent this same property again in the future!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

william D.

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

Great experience

Our group had an amazing time at the property. It was everything it was seemed in the listing and more. Very spacious, great fixtures and appliances, and the pool was a life saver! We planned on using the pool, but also utilizing the close proximity to the beach… Well unexpected red tide put a damper on the beach, so we spent a lot more time poolside than expected. The property management and service were great. Unfortunately for us, our AC did go out one late evening. Put in a call to service and they had someone out there first thing in the morning. It was beyond their scope of repair so they had an AC company out there incredibly fast to fix the issue. Plenty of towel for the pool and it was nice that the house came with some of the more basic supplies, like some trash bags, paper towel, etc. the kind of stuff that would be a pain to have to buy because you would either leave a bunch behind, or have to pack to take home. Great trip overall, and can’t wait to do it again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean H.

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

Great vacation

The house is beautiful, it is a short walk to many places. We were sad to leave, we made many memories playing games and playing in the pool. I enjoyed reading of a morning on the patio listening to the fish jumping in the canal. The renters answered every question we had promptly and they have everything on premesis.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth S.

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

Stay at White Shell

Great location to everything on north end of island. Walk to Pine Street, piers and beaches. Great home for families.
Stayed 13 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric h.

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

Private and quiet

Very clean and in walking distance to restaurants, pier, and beach
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kitty H.

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

great location

loved the house, pool , games, location - everything - perfect place to social distance- on canal and was able to kayak alot - great island
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robin D.

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

Great House!

Almost everything about this property is perfect! Very roomy and comfortable. Great pool and outdoor area. It was nice having the boat dock since we did rent a boat. With that being said, if you do bring a boat be sure it's not too tall to get underneath the two bridges that access the bay and Gulf from this neighborhood. We had to wait for the tide to go down a bit. Overall I highly recommend this house.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

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