“Serendipity” is located in Island Getaway, a hidden gem in Bradenton Beach! Start your day by watching the sunrise over Sarasota Bay, then relax in our beautifully landscaped "Key West" style courtyard before heading a few steps in the other direction to beautiful Cortez Beach! When you've wrapped up your day by watching the sunset over the Gulf of Mexico, you can cook dinner in your well appointed kitchen or walk a few blocks to restaurants, shopping, etc. An incomparable vacation rental!

The space
An incomparable vacation experience awaits you at Island Getaway! You may not find another spot so close to the beach and bay yet so peaceful and with such ambiance! Island Getaway is a secluded nine unit vacation rental complex located on the most sought after and narrow part of Anna Maria Island. The serene setting is only steps from the bay on one side and the white sand beaches of the Gulf of Mexico on the other, yet so centrally located you can walk or take free trolley to all the nearby activities including historic Bridge Street with its restaurants and bars, shops, mini-golf, marina and the city pier. Nothing like the sea air and palms to relax and unwind to! If you're lucky, you’ll even see a few dolphins or mantees! If you like to fish, this is area is fishing heaven! Truly an Island Getaway!

Serendipity:
This second floor floor, one bedroom/one bath beach condo feels larger than it looks and has its own private screened lanai, accessible from inside the unit. Charming Old Florida feel with open concept living room with quality sleeper sofa/stocked kitchen with upgraded cabinets and countertops. This cozy beach condo with large bedroom contains a king bed.

Unique Benefits

All units are accessed directly from the courtyard, there are no interior hallways. You will have your own reserved parking space and access code for the lockbox. All areas of the open courtyard are available for guest use, as are the two washer/dryer units (no charge) and outdoor shower.

Island Getaway’s unique layout and desirable location make it the perfect place for extended family trips or group vacations! Each family can stay in their own unit for privacy and quiet while still sharing the semi-private common space in the Courtyard. The units are: Family Tides, Island Hideaway, Paradise Cove, Reel Paradise, Seaclusion, Serenity, Serendipity, Flamingo and Sea Gem, and each may be booked using this reservation system.

Other things to note
Island Getaway is a family owned and operated vacation rental complex consisting 9 located in 4 buildings surrounding a beautifully landscaped red-brick tropical courtyard. Its a peaceful setting ideally located near some of AMI's most sought after destinations, including Cortez Beach and Bridge Street. The layout of the units and buildings allow guests to pick an area to relax alone or join other guests in conversation.

Area Information

Need more reason to visit? Laid back and natural Anna Maria Island Island has miles of unspoiled beaches and old Florida charm! Park your car, kick off your shoes, and enjoy the unhurried pace and tropical lifestyle of Bradenton Beach!

Anna Maria Island is pedestrian friendly and is served by free trolley which runs daily from the Anna Maria City Pier to nearby Coquina Beach. Island Getaway is located just steps from a trolley stop. You can also rent golf carts, motorized scooters, or bicycles and do your own exploring.

The Island has three cities: Bradenton Beach, Holmes Beach and Anna Maria - all of which are surrounded by the waters of the Gulf of Mexico, Sarasota Bay, Anna Maria Sound and Tampa Bay. It’s just minutes to local attractions and theaters. You are also convenient to the Florida Airports and Theme Parks.

Venture west over the Cortez Road Bridge to Cortez Fishing Village on mainland Bradenton (less than a mile) and you’ll find two marinas offering a variety of boating excursions, sailing cruises, fishing charters, canoe/kayak rentals, pontoon boat rentals, ultralight rides/tours, parasailing and jet ski rentals. Cross the bridge from Anna Maria Island to Longboat Key to the south for more exploring or continue on to St. Armand's Circle at the southern end (by Lido Beach) for a delightful afternoon of shopping and dining.

Attractions Within Walking Distance

From Island Getaway, you can walk to Coquina Beach and Cortez Beach, the Coquina boat ramp, Bridge Street, the Bradenton City pier and numerous shops, restaurants and bars. Its truly an unbeatable location.

Favorite Places To Eat

Blue Marlin on Bridge Street
Anna Maria Oyster Bar on the Bradenton Beach City Pier
The Porch in Anna Maria
Wicked Cantina in Bradenton Beach/Holmes Beach
The Waterfront Grill
Manatee Beach in Holmes Beach (cafeteria style dining with breakfast on the beach, sunset dinners and live music at night)
Beach Bistro
Rod and Reel in Anna Maria

Inside Scoop

The Monkey Bus is a fleet of small busses that transport both locals and visitors anywhere you want to go on Anna Maria Island or The Village of Cortez.
Operates for tips only!