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Back To Blue: Amazing Bean Point Location, Resort Style Backyard with Pool by Anna Maria Life

Holiday home with a hot tub, steps from Anna Maria Beach

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Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 8325.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Anna Maria, FL
  • Place, Anna Maria Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Bean Point Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Bayfront Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

King Bedroom 1, TV, Ensuite, on 2nd Floor of Main House

1 King Bed

King Bedroom 2, TV, on 2nd Floor of Main House

1 King Bed

King Bedroom 3, TV on 1st Floor of Main House

1 King Bed

King Bedroom 4, TV, Ensuite, 1st Floor of Main House

1 King Bed

Private Guest Casita with King and TV on 2nd Floor

1 King Bed

5 bathrooms

Bathroom on 2nd Floor in Casita

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Guest Bathroom 1, 2nd Floor of Main House

Toilet · Shower only

Guest Bathroom 2, 1st Floor of Main House

Toilet · Shower only

King Bathroom 4, Ensuite, 1st Floor of Main House

Toilet · Shower only

King Ensuite Bathroom on 2nd Floor of Main House

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Back To Blue: Amazing Bean Point Location, Resort Style Backyard with Pool by Anna Maria Life

Back to Blue by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals
850 North Shore Drive, Anna Maria, FL 34216

What You'll Love About This Home:
Location, Location, Location – Coveted AMI North End, just a 5-minute walk to Bean Point and directly across the street from the Bay
Room for Everyone – 5 bedrooms / 5 bathrooms, five king beds plus a queen sofa sleeper
Private Casita – Separate guest house with its own entrance, king bed, full bath & kitchen — perfect for grandparents, new parents with a baby, or couples wanting extra privacy
Every Bedroom Has Its Own Bath – No sharing or waiting; each bedroom has its own dedicated bathroom
Resort-Style Heated Pool & Spa – Private pool with spa and in-pool lounge chairs
Multiple Outdoor Living Spaces – Upper deck with dining, covered poolside lounge, breezeway seating, and shady hangout areas to spread out
Poolside Bar & Game Room – Garage level opens to the pool and doubles as a fun indoor/outdoor bar & game area with TV
Ping Pong, Cornhole & Games – Plenty of ways to play, rain or shine
Outdoor Showers & Foot Wash Stations – Rinse off the sand after days at the beach or bay
Grill & Dine Outside – Gas grill, picnic table and outdoor patio dining
Beach-Ready – Beach towels, beach chairs and a beach wagon provided
Easy Parking – Driveway parking for up to four cars

Details:
Tucked away on the treasured North End of Anna Maria Island, Back To Blue is a spacious, light-filled retreat designed for families and groups who want room to truly relax. With the Bay just across the street and the sugar-white sands of Bean Point a short stroll away, you'll enjoy the best of both the bay and the Gulf in one of the most sought-after neighborhoods on the island.
Inside, you'll find five bedrooms and five bathrooms, all with king beds and their own dedicated bathrooms, so every guest has a comfortable, private place to unwind. The home is ideal for multi-generational trips, extended families, or couples traveling together, offering a great balance of together time and personal space.
A standout feature is the separate guest house (casita) with its own entrance. This studio-style space includes a king bed, full bathroom, and fully equipped kitchen — perfect for grandparents who like quiet evenings, parents with a napping baby, or anyone who wants a little extra retreat within the retreat.
The primary suite includes a king bed, en-suite bathroom, and a private upper-level deck with seating to take in tranquil water views. A spiral staircase from this deck leads directly down to the backyard and pool, making it easy to slip out for a morning coffee by the water or an evening soak in the spa.
Across the main house, you'll find additional king bedrooms, each with access to its own bathroom and thoughtful touches like smart TVs and cozy linens from a professional linen service. Complimentary Wi-Fi and in-home laundry keep your stay as convenient as it is relaxing.

Outdoor Living & Fun
Back To Blue really shines with its abundance of outdoor living space.
The private heated pool and spa are the heart of the backyard, complete with in-pool lounge chairs on the sun shelf for lazy afternoons in the water. After the beach, rinse off in the outdoor shower or use the foot wash stations before heading inside.

At the pool level, the covered lounge and game area creates an ideal indoor/outdoor hangout zone. The garage opens into this space and is set up as a poolside bar and game room with seating and a TV, so everyone can cool off in the shade without leaving the action. There's ping pong, cornhole, puzzles, games and books, giving all ages plenty to do from morning to night.
On the second level, a deck with patio dining for six is perfect for breakfast al fresco or sunset dinners. The ground level offers even more outdoor seating, a picnic table, and a gas grill for easy cookouts after a day at the beach.
Beach days are a breeze with beach towels, chairs, and a beach wagon provided — just load up and head to Bean Point or stroll across to the bay.

Walkable North-End Location
From Back To Blue, you're within easy walking distance of shops, restaurants, and the island's free trolley, which runs the full 7 miles of Anna Maria Island. Park the car, hop on and off at your leisure, and explore the beaches, piers, Pine Avenue, and local favorites without worrying about parking.
This is truly a “park once and relax” kind of vacation home.

Bedroom 1 - King Bed, Ensuite Bathroom, 55 inch Smart TV - Floor 1
Bedroom 2 - King Bed, Ensuite Bathroom, 55 inch TV Smart TV - Floor 1
Bedroom 3 - King Bed, Ensuite Bathroom, Backyard & Pool Access, 55 inch Smart TV - Floor 2
Bedroom 4 - King Bed, TV - Floor 2
Bedroom 5 - King Bed EnSuite Bath, 55 Inch SmartTV - Floor 2 (Located in Guest House)
Living Room - Queen Sofa Bed

Please note:
Pets are not allowed in this home.
The garage is configured as a poolside bar & game room and not available for vehicle parking.
Amenities, furnishings and decor are subject to change from time to time.
Driveway parking is available for a maximum of 4 cars. Parking for additional vehicles is not available.

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 so everyone can enjoy the quiet North End atmosphere.

VR22-000012

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

Your booking is with Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals. We will send you check-in instructions 14 days prior to your arrival date. We will send you our rental agreement in an electronic signature document. Please review and return to us by following the instructions.

** Your signed rental agreement must be returned in order to receive your check-in details.

VRBO BOOKINGS

Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals will charge your credit card for your deposit payment. You will also see a separate charge by VRBO for their service fee.

Your final balance is due 60 days prior to your arrival date. We will send you a final payment reminder 90 days prior to arrival. We do not automatically charge your card for your final balance.

The instructions for making your final payment will be included in your final payment reminder.

Please review the cancellation policy prior to booking.

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Your payment is due in full at the time of booking and the final balance information above does not apply to your reservation.

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi

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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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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

About the area

Anna Maria

Located in Anna Maria, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Anna Maria Beach and Bean Point Beach. Fish Hole Adventure Golf and H2O Watersportz are also worth visiting. 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

  • Anna Maria Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Bean Point Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bayfront Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Anna Maria City Pier - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Anna Maria Island Museum and Historical Park - 20 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Ugly Grouper - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Sandbar Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Waterfront Restaurant - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Ginny's & Jane E's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪North Shore Cafe - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Back To Blue: Amazing Bean Point Location, Resort Style Backyard with Pool by Anna Maria Life pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Back To Blue: Amazing Bean Point Location, Resort Style Backyard with Pool by Anna Maria Life?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Back To Blue: Amazing Bean Point Location, Resort Style Backyard with Pool by Anna Maria Life?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Back To Blue: Amazing Bean Point Location, Resort Style Backyard with Pool by Anna Maria Life?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Back To Blue: Amazing Bean Point Location, Resort Style Backyard with Pool by Anna Maria Life located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Anna Maria Beach and Bean Point Beach. Bayfront Park and Palmetto Avenue Beach are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 25 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert V.

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

Family vacation Anna Maria Island

Excellent beach vacation rental. It is just as it is pictured in the advertisement.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

L S.

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

December getaway

Enjoyed our time at Back to Blu very much. Home was very nice and there was easy access to the beautiful beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mac K.

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

Family Trip to AMI

The property was fantastic. The location, pool, hot tub and furnishings were top notch. I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill M., Russels Point, USA

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

This was a wonderful property. It was great for eight adults. It was very clean. It was a fantastic

Great
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Paul L.

5 Stars

Great house and location.

10/10 Excellent

Tracy S.

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

Beautiful

Back to Blue was perfect! Can’t wait to stay there again!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annette H.

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

Beautiful home

This was a beautiful home with great location and outdoor space. Easy walk to Bean Point beach and to local shops. The outdoor games were also a big hit.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Victoria G.

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

Tori Graves

Great house, amazing pool and location! We will definitely be back! Thank you for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce T.

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

Fabulous Location and Property!!

Exactly as listed. Beautifully decorated home with all amenities. Our family truly enjoyed a dream vacation at this home and island. We will definitely come back in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jen D.

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

Best vacation ever

This property did not disappoint! It was so nice! The property was as advertised, if not better! We are already planning our next visit to the island and also to Back to Blue! We were all sad to leave:(
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

John H.

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

Graduation celebration

Property was wonderful . we celebrated our youngest graduating from nursing school . My parents who are in their 80’s came sling and the accommodations were very age friendly .
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelene B.

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

Relaxing with great view

Very clean. A lot of fun for all ages. Mice to have seperate suitr for 21 year old son and his gf to have privacy
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim F.

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

Perfect location

This is one of the best houses we have state din on Anna! We could walk to rod and reel pier or the beach. It was a quiet end of the island! The backyard is beautiful and they have everything you can think of to have fun. The house was clean and new and comfortable. We would definitely stay here again. Also the rental company was so responsive and helpful.
Stayed 13 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monica Y.

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

As advertised, beautiful.

This property was just as the description stated. It is a beautiful home with a beautiful pool and spa area. The home was extremely clean. Other than food, this place had everything you could need. I highly recommend it.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
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10/10 Excellent

ruth c.

Perfect beach week

This was our first time at AMI and did not know anything about the area. It was so wonderful to see what an excellent location we had! Back to Blue was an incredible find. Easy walk or bike ride to Bean Point, the Rod and Reel Pier, as well as Bayfront Park and Pine Avenue. The house itself was gorgeous and modern, immaculate and 5 stars all the way. The pool was lovely and we enjoyed all the thoughtfully arranged seating areas. We would happily stay here again!

10/10 Excellent

Cody S.

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

Enjoyed our stay!

The location of the house is perfect. The pool and spa were very nice. The overall experience was great! Bean point beach and the rod real pier are great and within short walking distance! We seen dolphins from the master balcony at the house twice and from the pier once. Alcohol is not allowed on beaches on AMI. This was not a deal breaker for our group but a good thing to share with people considering the area. I would definitely recommend staying here.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

First AMI trip

The house is great. The location is perfect with the beach access a very short walk away. The furnishings of the house were very nice and comfortable. The decorating was very pretty. We all enjoyed the outdoor area with the pool and yard games. The set up with the bedrooms and suite worked perfectly for our group of 4 couples. We rented golf carts and enjoyed using those. We would definitely stay in this home again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
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8/10 Good

Ashly K.

Back to Blue

We had a great time at Back to Blue. Perfect location to bean point, Rod and Reel pier and all the shops. The house had everything we needed from beach chairs, towels, and linen. The only issue we had was the hot tub did not work and gave us error codes each time we tried to turn it on. We had exceptionally warm weather so it didn't fully break our hearts.
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10/10 Excellent

Monica R., Aledo, Texas

Exceeded expectations

This home is so beautifully appointed that you will think you are walking into a model home. The kitchen has everything. The bedrooms are gorgeous and beds are comfy. There is an upstairs and downstairs living area so everyone can spread out. The pool and patio are modern and perfect for all day and all night lounging. The kids loved the foosball, ping pong table, corn hole. The bay views from the upstairs windows are stunning. Overall a wonderful home!

10/10 Excellent

James L.

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

Wonderful Place and Location

We had a great trip with our family of 7. Plenty of rooms for everyone, beautiful outside space with easy access to bean point beach ( 2 min walk), pine st, rod and reel ( half block away). Pool is large with hot tub and outside space was great with yard games, dining areas, and space to play. In-law suite was perfect, great decoration, modern decor and had a very new feel. We rented bikes to get around the island and if you can order a golf cart another easy way to get around the island. Overall, I would stay here again and recommend for families and friends alike. Similar to other comments, supplies are limited such as toiletries, salt and pepper etc. If you plan ahead not a problem as we had groceries and supplies delivered from Publix. Great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

mary s.

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

As advertised

What you see is what you get - comfortable, clean, spacious in a great location. Very quiet. Nice backyard and pool. We would definitely rent again. Only heads up for other renters is that paper supplies and cleaning supplies, soap, etc very limited. Have to bring all you own basically if you stay for more than a day. No tissues or laundry detergent. Not a big deal but would have been good to know.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle A.

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

girls annual trip

this house exceeded out expectations. It is amazing, it has everything you can wish for and more. The house itself was beautiful, from decor to furniture (and more) it has it all!!! Kitchen was amazing to cook in, or order out from and eat in. Location to the beach was perfect, but if you do not want the beach the pool was amazing. Big enough for 7 adults to not feel like they were on top of each other, with plenty of seating in the pool as well. If you needed shade, comfortable seating in the shade was available. Walking distance to Rod N Reel, as well as Pine Street. Plenty of space for us to play cards at night, plus they provided recreation with foosball, table tennis and corn hole. This house is just amazing and we made many great memories here.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

james b.

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

Very nice place

The place is obviously spectacular. So this is a very critical review. Main kitchen fridge should be counter depth. You kind of laugh about it at first as a small issue, But after a while it gets annoying. Would be nice if they at least had some salt and pepper as a staple, but there is literally nothing. Fridge filter seemed really old, but there is another fridge.. Lots of devices set on eco mode. (Ice makers, A/C) but lots of easy ways to work around. Overall: 9.5 / 10.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda W., Dallas, TX

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

Excellent Stay of Christmas

We enjoyed our stay at Back to Blue. The house is a great size and the layout of the bedrooms worked out well for our group of 6. A few things to note: the listing says it has a "heated" pool; however, it uses a heat pump which is not the same as a "heated" pool where it is run by gas and you can adjust the temperature. The heat pump is dependent upon the ambient temperature of the air. We were not told about this until a few days before we arrived. As it was chilly over Christmas, the pool water was also quite chilly so we were not able to enjoy the pool, and the "hot" tub was certainly not hot!. Also, this house has many doors that exit to the outside of the house/pool and as such, have alarms on them which is the law in Florida. I think door alarms is something that should be noted in all Florida listings for those of us not accustom to the law! We eventually got used to hearing them go off :)
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

John B.

Back To Blue

The quality of furnishings in this rental exceeds anything I have experienced in the past. Everything is new and well maintained. The appliances work flawlessly and they are great quality Samsung equipment - that goes for the TV's too. The pool and hot tub were really enjoyable, as is the astroturf in the yard. Location is fantastic - 2 minute walk to Bean Point, even less to Rod and Reel pier - even the city pier is just 10 minutes walk. This house was way more than I needed, but I am so happy I stayed here.

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Family-owned and operated, Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals offers everything you are looking for in an Anna Maria Island vacation rental company – exceptional properties and quality service with a personal touch. Whether it's a family vacation or a romantic getaway, AMLVR has something for everyone. From beachfront to bayside, you can choose from a quaint one-bedroom cottage, a waterfront condo with stunning views of the Gulf of Mexico, or a luxury six-bedroom pool home. AMLVR's vacation rentals offer authentic island living in paradise!

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