BEST Last Minute Vacation Rental Specials on Anna Maria Island

Is Anna Maria Island expensive?

Just like any destination get-a-way, it depends on what your plans entail. Anna Maria Island is known for its laid-back family feeling and since the island is a combination of residents and visitors we accommodate all demographics of visitors. A family can rent a Beach Front Vacation rental for several thousand dollars or vacation home close to the beach for several hundreds of dollars. Anna Maria Island offers a wide variety of things to do as well as a broad range of accommodations.

Where is the cheapest place to shop for groceries?

While Anna Maria Island does have a grocery store the prices are slightly elevated as compared to the mainland in North West Bradenton. When you are staying at an Anna Maria Island rental Northwest Bradenton is just 15 minutes off the island via Manatee Avenue or Cortez. Each route has different commercial shopping choices, including Publix grocery store as well as Walmart, Aldi, and many others. There is also a flea market 20 minutes off Anna Maria Island. The Red Barn Flea Market has more than 500 market booths, a perfect place to spend an afternoon during your Florida vacation.

Is there a FREE transportation service on Anna Maria Island?

Yes, there is a free trolley service supplied by our County. The Trolley provides a mobile application that provides real-time transportation information. There is also a service provided for tips only and there is always Uber and Lyft if time is of the essence. In addition, the trolley connects to a much larger public transit called MCAT, short for Manatee County Area Transit which connects the island to the mainland, Bradenton and beyond. There are many convenient ways to get around while staying in your Anna Maria vacation rental.

Is there an outlet mall near Anna Maria Island?

Yes. Ellenton Premium Outlets is only 30 minutes East just beyond Bradenton. There are about 100 outlet stores and the outlets offer a wide variety of products. The Ellenton Outlets also have a small food outlet where quick bites to eat can be picked up if making your shopping trip an all-day event.

What are some family-friendly things to do when staying in an Anna Maria Island vacation rental?

Where do we start? Many of our vacation properties have backyards or private pools for little ones to enjoy. And then of course head over to the beach and build a sandcastle or search for some shells. There are plenty of parks on and off Anna Maria Island. Visit Holmes Beach skate park as well as tennis courts. There are plenty of year-round festivals to attend. The list is long of things to do on Anna Maria Island as a family!

Is there FREE internet offered anywhere on Anna Maria Island?

Yes, you are in luck! All Island Real Estate vacation rentals offer free wi-fi internet. There are also several Anna Maria Island locations that offer free internet as well as Island Real Estate offers free wi-fi internet at our office located on Marina Drive.

Here's What Our Clients Have To Say On Google!

"My family and I enjoyed a last minute getaway in August 2012. The property was well kept and loaded with amenities. In addition the staff was very friendly, professional and helpful. We rented both units on the property which had an adjourning door and that gave us tons of space for family fun. The kids were able to play games on one side and the grownups enjoyed adult conversation on the other. Of course the best part was the beach which is a very short walk from the property. It was a splendid weekend and we will definitely use Island Real Estate for future vacations to Anna Maria Island!"

Samantha H.