This was our second Christmas holiday vacation with Lizzie Lu's. This time we stayed for 3 weeks…read moreand have nothing but glowing things to say!! As always, the property was immaculate and had everything needed to make it a stellar stay. I really appreciated the extremely well-equipped kitchen, as I love to cook. The private patio/pool area was just perfect for our Shih Tzu, Huey. The grounds are magnificently maintained, which is amazing, as they were just recovering from 2 hurricanes. Jill and Ben could not have been more attentive hosts. We needed a couple of things and they were on it immediately. No issue is too small and they take them all seriously. My husband and I cannot say enough about this property. It is well run and a pleasure to enjoy. We can't wait to return. Ellen De Huff

I've been renting from Lizzy Lu's for the past four years. They are without a doubt the Best real…read moreestate firm I've dealt with in my lifetime. Their properties are immaculate and beautifully furnished. The service you receive from Ben and his staff goes above and beyond the call of duty. When our living room TV malfunctioned, one hour later Ben was at our door with a new one. When I mentioned I needed a bicycle for my physical therapy, one was delivered a few hours later. Courteous, efficient, reasonable, and accommodating are all adjectives that describe this company.

As we pack up to leave on this beautiful Saturday morning, we reflect on what a relaxing,…read moredelightful time we have spent here! As others have noted in their reviews, Ken and Jeff are constantly working to keep up this lovely family resort. It is clean and landscaped beautifully, and the rooms are just right! With a sitting area in our two bedroom, we enjoyed the recliner and couch as we watched movies in the evening. In our full kitchen, we stocked the refrigerator from the local Publix and made our breakfast and lunch, which we packed for the beach. Many guests chose to grill out as we saw when we would load up to go to a local restaurant for dinner, but we preferred eating out! On our first night at Hurricane Hanks restaurant down the road, we met up with a resident who offered us more ideas for restaurants for dinner. There's nothing like walking right out onto the beach to spend a morning watching the waves, seeing dolphins frolic, observing osprey catching their breakfast, and swimming in the water among schools of fish. Many of the guests knew each other from yearly vacations, and we have already made our reservation for next year! Anna Maria Island is quiet and family friendly. White Sands Resort offers shuffleboard and corn hole right next to the pool, but the best show is the sunset. On our first night, we were surprised to see how many lined the beach to see God's beauty, of course clapping at the end! Thank you to Ken, Jeff, Joy, and Esther for a wonderful stay. We wish you the best in the coming year, and we look forward to seeing you again!

We've been coming to Ana Maria Island for 30 years always renting a different place every time…read moreanyway we stumbled upon White Sands Beach resort maybe two years ago and it was absolutely spectacular the rooms are just perfect the bedding is comfortable the white sand is blinding and the color of the water is absolutely spectacular. Most of the folks that go here come back year after year and I understand why. Nothing like a family owned business they were card and it shows. I will be back.

Incredible staff! Beautiful homes! Sea Breeze Vacations provide quietly exciting relaxation, with…read moreendless smiles. A truly seamlessly convenient experience. Endless smiles for you and your loved ones, when you vacation with Sea Breeze.

Owners lie about home conditions and threaten you if you leave a negative review. Stayed at Kai…read moreBlue and it was dirty, broken appliances, filthy carpets and pool. And a broken elevator to name a few. Stay clear of these scammers. They even lie to the BBB and are not trustworthy

Rented Gulf View Paradise from Beach House Real Estate. When we arrived, there were two dead RATS…read morein the pool, the grill didn't work, the air conditioning on the main floor didn't work, and the pool area TV was unusable. Some of these issues were fixed two days later but the pool area TV was never usable. Halfway through our stay, the privacy fence was removed so the pool area and game room was wide open to Gulf Dr and the condo parking lot next-door. It remained that way for the rest of our stay. Very disappointing. They should not advertise a fenced in yard if it's not their fence.

We had a great experience on AMI and with Beach House Real Estate. The staff was incredibly…read moreresponsive, accommodating and helpful. We had a great stay!

A WAVE FROM IT ALL - 404 Spring Ave:…read more Pros - Bedrooms/bathrooms (except half bath, see below) - Location Cons - Half bath lock mechanism was difficult to engage. - Kitchen utensils were in dire need of replacement; pots and pans were scratched and warped, knives were dull, plastic plates and bowls had seen better days. Fridge temp was set at 36 degrees. Didn't discover this until the next day after we stocked fridge. Everything on top 2 shelves froze - fruit was unusable afterwards. - The only beach equipment provided were 6 chairs, all the low-to-the- ground type, and one small, worn out beach cart. No beach umbrella. We called about this: They said "Too bad, that's what you get." Had to rent our own regular height beach chairs, a decent beach cart, a cooler, beach toys, and beach umbrella. - Ping pong paddles were worn out, no balls provided; we had to buy some at Publix. - No outdoor shower or hose. Only hose present was hooked up to the pool, unable to disconnect. We had to wash sand off our feet from a faucet behind some bushes.

If you find a place don't delay in booking. I found a rental late one night, took a screen shot of…read moreplace and price so I could call the company the next day to ask a couple of questions before I booked it (waited to book because it was non-refundable). When I looked online and called the NEXT MORNING, the price went up $1,400.00!! I asked if they would honor the price that I had from the night before and I had proof.. I was told if I could send in the pictures and time stamp of it they would honor that price since it was within 24 hours. I did. To my extreme disappointment, they did not. They offered 10% off... What a joke!! The guy that broke the news to me was nice about it (not his fault). Apparently there are no managers to speak to and no one to talk to in the revenue dept (who ultimately made this decision). It is unfortunate they would rather lose your business and potential rental income for someone. Be aware that apparently their prices change DAILY. Clearly it is profit over customer service.

I really like this resort. It isn't bells and whistles, but it's super friendly people, including…read moreother guests, quiet, clean, and right on the beach. The pool area is small for a resort but there wasn't a child in sight (except for my own) so there was nothing but relaxation. The pool area has a spa, and a bin with pool toys and floats. The courtyard has grills for guest use. It's in a great location with lots of non chain restaurants and shops in easy driving or walking distances. There is even a free trolly option. The rooms are spacious with living area and kitchen. Kitchen includes dining ware, stove, microwave, and fridge/freezer. Bring your DVDs as the living area has a player. My only gripes are that there's no pool towel swapping, you have to wash your own in the guest laundry room, and the bathroom being way too small. I heard there are talks of potential remodeling and think bathroom size should definitely be an area of discussion.

Visited the Bluegreen Timeshare presentation with our sales rep Clarisa Escobar, who was great…read more Very professional y polite, not pushy. Diana Nery gave the presentation which was very complete. And Mike Burkett, finance manager a veteran who was so good to work with, he knew all the answers. It wasn't the right time for us, maybe next time.

Absolutely beautiful place to stay! The condo was immaculate....not one complaint as far as…read morecleanliness. It was also very well-decorated. The high ceilings and light walls made it feel so spacious. The beds were very comfortable. My favorite place was the enclosed porch....great views of the water. It was the perfect place to enjoy a cup of coffee every morning. Would love to go back someday!! Highly recommend this place to anyone! Sonya L.

We rented a house on Anna Maria for the 4th of July Holiday. We could not recommend Once Upon a…read moreBeach or their property more highly. We have been renting beach houses fir over 30 years. This was a 5 star experience.

Mar's Place is the perfect vacation destination for beach lovers!…read more Located in the heart of Holmes Beach on beautiful Anna Maria Island, it's just steps away from a white sand beach, locally-owned restaurants, and boutique shops. This home has huge windows to take in the fantastic Island views. So quiet the gentle surf can be heard at night! Native plants fill the yard and wildlife is often nearby... I've even seen wild peacocks in the neighborhood! Large living room and family room, multiple dining areas, two baths, and full kitchen. This home is spacious and comfortably sleeps eight adults. Patio with outdoor seating is perfect for morning coffee. Also of note, off-street parking for two cars, nearby beach access, and the most beautiful sunsets at no extra cost!

Harbor Lane Court is a hidden gem on beautiful Anna Maria Island…read more The owners do everything perfectly down to the very last detail. Your tastefully updated condo will be stocked with everything you could possibly need and will be impeccably clean. The pristine white sand beaches are just a minute or two walk from the property. Grab a chair, umbrella, wagon and toys before you head out. Or hang out in the courtyard or around the property heated pool. This is a perfect place to enjoy a relaxing vacation with everything at your fingertips. The free trolley stop is right across the street and restaurants and bars are also in walking distance. I highly recommend Harbor Lane Court!!

Super clean. Very short walk to beach. Resort provides beach wagons, chairs, and umbrellas. Outside…read moreshower with hot water. Owners checked in daily to see if we needed anything. Perfect vacation with my daughter.

Rant We rented Las Palmas unit #3 in Bradenton with Debra…read more Upon arrival we found a huge cockroach on the wall, sand, dirt and suspicious white stains on the bed covers like it hasn't been washed from the previous guests use. I send pictures to the host and asked them to be washed, hostile host Debra kind reacted badly at my request and suggested me and my family to find another place to stay, she said "we dont need your kind of people here" "people that twist things in order to get a good deal". Well when a host charges $200 per night + $200 cleaning fee I do expect to find the place sparkling clean and clean bed covers. A simple request to have clean bed covers escalated to an argument where hostile host Debra trespassed the rental telling us to leave her property. Airbnb was contacted and we chose to cancel the reservation and go spend our last vacation days in a more friendly environment. Thank you Airbnb for intervening and giving us a refund.

From the owner: Anna maria Island House Rental offers weekly vacation rentals on beautiful Anna Maria Island. The…read moreIsland is located on the calm Gulf coast between Tampa and Sarasota, convenient to both Tampa International Airport and Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport. Anna Maria Island has an Old Florida feel, before the commercialism and tackiness proliferated. You won't find Big Box stores, chain restaurants or high rises, but there are plenty of owner operated stores and restaurants that make this island very special. The biggest draw however, is the 7 miles of sugar, white sand and all the activities that are associated with the beach and the ocean. Anna Maria Island House Rental currently offers Blue Turtle Cottage, a 3 bedroom 1 bathroom newly renovated and furnished property that is literally steps from the beach. It also features a tropically landscaped yard with a sparkling, blue, private, heated pool. The cottage is located in close proximity to stores, restaurants, the causeway and Trolley stops. The Trolley is FREE and travels the length of the island morning till night. You can park the car or go without very easily.