Large groups and reunions
The Oasis sleeps 16 with two hot tubs and a putting green, so the group can stay together.
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Vacation Rentals Near Anna Maria Island
Vacation rentals near Anna Maria Island, book direct: 10-15 minutes to the beach, private pools, and 4-5 bedroom Bradenton homes. Save 10-15%.
Rated 5.0 from 500+ Airbnb reviews
10-15 minutes to beaches
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The short version
Stay near Anna Maria Island, skip the island markup
Anna Maria Island has the sandbars and sunsets, but island rentals often come with island prices, tight parking, and smaller cottages. Our five homes sit 10-15 minutes inland in Bradenton and Sarasota, so you get a private heated pool, room for 10 to 16 guests, and a driveway you do not need a permit for. You can reach Coquina Beach in about 14 minutes.
Book direct and the same dates usually cost 10-15% less than Airbnb or VRBO. You give up a walk-out island address, but you keep more house, easier parking, and a private pool.
Compare the tradeoff
How this stay path compares
| Decision point | Seascape, off-island | Island / area alternative |
|---|---|---|
| Nightly rate | $200-$550 direct | $400-$900+ in season |
| Private heated pool | Every home | Rare, often shared |
| Space | 3-5 BR, sleeps 10-16 | Smaller cottages and condos |
| Parking | Driveway, no permit | Limited, paid permits |
| Drive to Gulf beaches | 10-15 minutes | On the sand |
| Book-direct savings | 10-15% off | Platform fees added |
Trip match
This trip fits best when
Use these trip-shape checks before you compare homes.
Families with kids
River House has a game room, fenced yard, and boat ramp nearby. Dockside Dreams adds dockside downtime.
Read the guideCouples and romantic stays
Dockside Dreams gives you a private dock, heated spa, and water views about 15 minutes from the beach.
Read the guideSnowbirds and extended stays
All five homes can fit longer winter stays, with direct rates starting at $200/night.
Read the guideFeatured rentals
Direct-book homes that fit this search
Book direct and save 10-15% compared with Airbnb and VRBO service fees.
Bradenton Pool Home
Heated Pool & In-Ground Spa · Closest Home to IMG Academy
From $200/night
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Beaches and drive times
Closest beach runs
14 min
Coquina Beach
Wide south-end sand with shade and a free lot.
15 min
Manatee Public Beach
Cafe, restrooms, and gentle water on Holmes Beach.
10 min
Cortez and the village
Watch the fishing fleet come in, then eat grouper at the docks.
20 min
Bean Point
The quiet north tip where the Gulf meets the bay.
Guest notes
500+ Airbnb reviews, and counting
Airbnb alone carries more than 500 guest reviews for Seascape stays, so the trust signal belongs up front while guests compare direct booking.
“The pool and 15-minute drive beat paying more for half the house on the island.”
Booked Dockside Dreams
“Sixteen of us, three generations, one putting green. The Oasis handled the whole trip.”
Booked The Oasis
“Beach by 9, pool by noon, dinner in Cortez by 6. Booking direct made the week easier.”
Booked River House
Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How far are your homes from Anna Maria Island?
About 10-15 minutes by car. Coquina Beach is about 14 minutes from most Bradenton homes.
Why stay near Anna Maria Island instead of on it?
You trade a walk-out island address for more space, a private heated pool, easier parking, and lower nightly rates.
Do your rentals have private pools?
Yes. Every Seascape home has a private heated pool. Several add a spa, and The Oasis has two hot tubs plus a putting green.
How much can I save by booking direct?
Booking direct typically saves 10-15% versus the same dates on Airbnb or VRBO because you skip the platform service fee.
Can I reach the beach without paying island parking?
Yes. Coquina and Manatee Public Beach have free or low-cost public lots. Go early for the easiest parking.
Are the homes good for large groups and families?
Yes. They sleep 10-16, with Dockside Dreams for dock time and The Oasis for the largest groups.
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