Mermaid Cove: Updated Forida Cottage w/pool, hot tub

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A bedroom with a bed, dresser, TV, and a view of a pool and outdoor area.
An aerial view of a coastal residential area with houses, a dock, and a bridge in the background.
A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and pendant lighting.
A modern living room with a grey sectional sofa, a flat-screen TV, a wooden coffee table, and a bookshelf.
A swimming pool with a tiled deck, surrounded by palm trees and a building with large windows.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Bradenton Beach

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Private pool
  • Toys
  • Outdoor barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Anna Maria, FL
  • Place, Anna Maria Island Museum and Historical Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Anna Maria City Pier
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Bradenton Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Kitchen

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About the area

Anna Maria

Located in Anna Maria, this holiday home is near a water park and by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bradenton Beach and Bean Point Beach. Fish Hole Adventure Golf and Florida Maritime Museum at Cortez are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and ecotours.
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Anna Maria, FL

What's nearby

  • Anna Maria Island Museum and Historical Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Anna Maria City Pier - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Island Players - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Bradenton Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Bean Point Beach - 20 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Sandbar Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Ugly Grouper - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Ginny's & Jane E's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Waterfront Restaurant - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Mermaid Cove: Updated Forida Cottage w/pool, hot tub have a pool?

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

Is Mermaid Cove: Updated Forida Cottage w/pool, hot tub pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Mermaid Cove: Updated Forida Cottage w/pool, hot tub?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Mermaid Cove: Updated Forida Cottage w/pool, hot tub?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mermaid Cove: Updated Forida Cottage w/pool, hot tub?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mermaid Cove: Updated Forida Cottage w/pool, hot tub located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Bay Boulevard Beach and Bradenton Beach. Bean Point Beach and Anna Maria Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing home 10 out of 10 would definitely stay at this place again. Very clean love the set up perfect for our family of 5!!!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 August 2026
Wonderful to hear! Come back again soon. Thank you, Sato Real Estate
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great time, property was perfect, little bit of a walk to the beach, recommend renting items for the beach if you don’t bring your own. Beach wagon is very helpful. Pool/hot tub is top tier for sure! Loved spending time at the beach during the day, pool in the afternoon! Would definitely stay here for round 2!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 October 2026
Thank you for the positive review, Chris. We hope to host you again in the future! Thank you, Sato Real Estate
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 September 2026
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a wonderful review. Thanks, Sato Real Estate.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the best time at Mermaid Cove! The entire outdoor area was 10/10! The pool was absolutely perfect, we could have stayed back there our entire trip! This home was perfectly located too! One street off of Pine Avenue, the General Store is practically in your back yard! We have been to AMI 4 times now and will absolutely be staying at Mermaid Cove again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 May 2026
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a wonderful review. Thanks, Sato Real Estate.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Even though our trip took place during a tropical depression, we were fortunate enough to have such a lovely backyard with a beautiful pool and hot tub to enjoy between storms, if there wasn’t enough time to get to the beach and back or if the winds were too much with the sand and waves. We were thrilled that everything was in walking distance! Once we got our groceries from the local store, that was the last time we had to drive anywhere. The restaurants were amazing, the bay was 2 blocks away straight down the street! It’s beautiful and we spent most of our time there. My son fished, and we all enjoyed swimming, seeing manatees and just relaxing. The house offered plenty of room, and everything we needed for a wonderful stay. We are all looking forward to staying here again in the future!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 August 2026
Thank you for the review, Monique. We are thrilled to hear that you loved the property and enjoyed your stay. We look forward to hosting you again in the future! Thank you, Sato Real Estate
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a wonderful time in September at this location! The outside pool area was 10/10
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 October 2025
Thanks for taking the time to leave a review, Anna. We're so glad you enjoyed your stay and hope you'll come again and allow us to host you in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great experience- loved the house it was in a perfect location and the pool and hot tub were amazing. Huge hit with the kids will definitely stay here again if we come back that way! Only suggestion was having small items like salt and pepper, grilling utensils, basic seasoning.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 January 2026
Thanks for taking the time to leave a review, Bri. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and look forward to hosting you again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a nice time and property managers were easy to communicate icate with.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 November 2025
Thanks for taking the time to leave a review, Lisa. We're glad you enjoyed your stay and hope you'll come back again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved our stay! House is in a great location. Quiet neighborhood, a few blocks from the beach, within walking distance of shops and restaurants. The rental property was comfortable with good use of space and the pool/hot tub were nice amenities.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 August 2025
Hi Karla, thank you for the kind words and wonderful review. Thanks, Sato Real Estate.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home with a great hangout area outside! So close to everything, we would spend the first half of the day at the pool and then bike to the beach for the second half. Plenty of shopping close by as well! We go to A.M.I. for a girls trip every year and this is definitely on top for places we’ve stayed!
Beautiful sunsets every night!
Pool and hot tub were always the perfect temperature
Peaceful morning sunrise walks on the beach
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 December 2025
Hi Misty, thank you for taking the time to leave us a wonderful review. We are happy to hear you all had a great stay.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All in all the property was great. We don't use VRBO very often and probably did not ask enough questions. We would still highly suggest staying with this host in this location. The house was in a great spot and nicely laid out and furnished. Unfortunately, the property contained some unsafe items if staying with children (hopefully removed after our stay). The pool was over chlorinated and burned our grandson's eyes and the kitchen had no basics like salt, pepper and coffee filters. We also could not get the hot tub to heat. This was not a big deal because we had very hot weather. I will in the future ask more questions about the rental so that I am more prepared.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 August 2026
We are happy to hear you enjoyed your stay at Mermaid Cove! Thank you for letting us know about the items needing to be addressed. We appreciate your feedback. Thank you, Sato Real Estate
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Cozy and clean! Very close to restaurants and beach!

Once the realtor took care of a few things it was super!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 October 2022
Great, thank you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic property for our family!

We loved this sweet little house, it was a perfect spot for our family vacation. The interior was so cute and clean, and met our expectations based on the listing photos. We loved the pool and cabana and being so close to the bay and a short walk to the beachside, restaurants and cute little shops. Overall just a great stay and we would definitely choose to come back!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 May 2025
Hi Jacki, Thank you for the kind words and great review. We are glad you all enjoyed your stay, and we look forward to hosting you again! Very much appreciated, Sato Real Estate
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spring Break

It was our first time on Anna Marie Island. The location was great towards most things and the property was perfect/above expectations for us! I think we'll book again next year!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 March 2024
Thanks for leaving a review. We're thrilled you had a good time. Come back again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful home

Excellent location on Spring just behind the wonderful general store. We spent most of our time in and around the beautiful pool. House is clean and modern with plenty of room. Definitely plan on renting this again.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 December 2022
Hi Ben, thank you for the kind words and great review. We are glad you all enjoyed your stay, and we look forward to hosting you again! Thanks, Sato Real Estate.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Mermaid Cove minus mermaids

Great location within walking distance to all you need… just wish there were more mermaids 😀 only challenge was showers being used at same time, impacted hot water. Overall a great stay!! Would definitely go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 May 2023
Hi Sarah, thank you for the great review. We will ask the mermaids where they were that week, as well as why they shut the hot water off. We are glad you all enjoyed your stay, and we hope to host you again. Thanks, Sato Real Estate.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Family Vacation

This is a charming cottage! We had plenty of room for our family of six and enjoyed the beautiful pool. It was very clean and we loved the decor. The location was great to the golf cart rental, beach, restaurants, general store and shops. If we had any questions regarding the property, the management company was very quick to respond. Our family had a great time and we will return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 August 2023
Thank you for the kind words and great review. We are glad you all enjoyed your stay, and we hope to host you again. Thanks, Sato Real Estate.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We love everything about Updated Charming Florida Cottage Comfortable bed, instant hot water, equipped kitchen, clean pool, pool toys, pool towels, pool chairs. Great little place on Anna Maria… super close to all the attractions. We will consider it again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fun at the beach

We loved staying here and getting to swim all week. With Covid and growing numbers, we hit the beach early before crowds each day and then swam all afternoon. we cooked in all meals and the kitchen had what we needed. it is a few blocks to the beach so we rented a beach cart and wagon to haul our stuff. We had a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family vacation at Mermaid Cove

We chose this location for 6 adults, all over 35 years old, and the house is perfectly situated for fun, food, and good times. The property managers were quick to communicate and address anything we needed. I’d highly recommend taking advantage of renting a golf cart to get around the island, and one of the rental facilities is literally a block from the house. We would like to come back!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 September 2022
Hi Lisa, thank you for the kind words and great review. We are glad you all enjoyed your stay, and we look forward to hosting you again. Thanks, Sato Real Estate.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Anna Maria Rental

House was nice, but floors were dirty and grill broke. The rental company came out and repaired the grill once we informed them of the issue.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 October 2024
Thank you for your feedback. We hope to host you again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice house, great location

We enjoyed our stay at this house. It had plenty of room for our family (2 parents, 2 kids, 1 grandparent). We loved the pool and outdoor area and the proximity to local restaurants and the beach. Overall it was nice and we’d stay again. Some things to be aware of though, the house is minimally stocked with things like trash bags, dish detergent, toilet paper, no coffee provided, etc so you’ll have to go buy those supplies. I know these aren’t required but they are nice to have.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 September 2024
Hi Lindsey, thank you for the kind words and positive feedback. We are happy you all had a great stay and we look forward to hosting you again. Thanks, Sato Real Estate.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Mermaid Cove

Overall, the stay was fine. The pool area was very pleasant. The property needs basic maintenance, such as lights that didn't work, flooring that was loose, leaky faucets, and other such problems. It also needed some basic cleaning. For the price charged, better attention needs to be given to the maintenance and cleanliness.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 March 2023
Hi Richard, thank you for the great review. Next time please do not hesitate to reach out to us about maintenance issues. Our team is fully equipped and here to help. We are glad you all enjoyed your stay, and we hope to host you again. Thanks, Sato Real Estate.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A perfect week in June

Everything about this property was fantastic. Perfect location to get to the beaches (easily walked even in the heat), the shops and restaurants on both Pine and Gulf Drive (we ate ice cream every night at Dips). Pool was great. When we arrived there was some debris in the pool, but we just used the provided skimmer and ran the vacuum that was there. The kitchen has quite a bit in the way of utensils, pots, pans, bowls, cups and plates. We had a wonderful week and we were sad to have to leave to head home. We plan on coming back and would use this property again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2021
Hey Nickole, thank you for the great feedback. We are glad you all enjoyed your stay and we look forward to hosting you again! Thanks, Sato Real Estate.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing vacation while staying at this location. We are a family of 5 and there was plenty of space for all of us. Having 3 full bathrooms was a plus! Beds were comfortable and they provided plenty of pillows and blankets. A/c works great. We enjoyed the pool and hot tub while watching World Cup matches. Easy walk to restaurants and shops. Easy walk to the bay. To get to the beach, my husband would drop us all off with our beach supplies on the exact street at the beach access location. It’s less than a half a mile but walking with all of the beach stuff with a family of 5 is not fun. There were no beach supplies on the property. I thought it was strange that there were no beach chairs, umbrellas or even a wagon to take our stuff to the beach. Even when we have stayed at small, cheaper places, those things were usually in storage somewhere for guests to use. That is definitely something they should consider…Or at least tell people ahead of time so that we can bring our own. We rented chairs and a wagon at crabby Joe’s. There are plenty of pots/pans/dishes but there are no spices, salt, pepper, etc. so bring those! You’ll want to bring extra toilet paper as well. They only provide you with the first rolls. They do provide towels for the pool but only 5, so you’ll want to wash while you are there. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 July 2026
Thank you for the kind words and positive feedback. Thanks, Sato Real Estate.
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