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Condo Close to Shops, Beach, Restaurants! - Blissful Bay at Bayside Bungalow
Blissful Bay at Bayside Bungalow by AMI Locals Condo in Bradenton Beach, FL 34217 VR18-000088
Welcome to Blissful Bay at Bayside Bungalow! This three-bedroom and two-bathroom condo is beautifully decorated, with a beachy theme that will make your stay a perfect getaway. It is located just across the street from the beautiful Bay beach, as well as a restaurant and shopping center, complete with an ice cream shop, coffee house, and chic clothing stores.
Highlights • Across the street from Bay beach • Shared pool • Less than a 15-minute walk to Gulf beaches • Shared BBQ area • Dog friendly with approval and additional fee • Convenient location near dining and shopping
Take the stairs up to your new favorite vacation spot, where you’ll find an open living space with plenty of comfortable seating for your loved ones and a rustic dining room table. The kitchen has essential dishware, pots and pans, and appliances including a toaster, dishwasher, and a coffee maker.
The tranquil primary bedroom features a cozy king-sized bed, calming coastal hues, and an ensuite bathroom with a walk-in shower. Both guest rooms offer picturesque water views, including a view of the Anna Maria Island Pier! The hallway bathroom is beautifully updated and features a double vanity, and a shower and tub combination. Moreover, this lovely home has a TV in every room and a pull-out sofa bed in the living room.
Room Details -Primary Bedroom: King bed and ensuite bathroom with a walk-in shower -Second Bedroom: King bed -Third Bedroom: Twin over Twin bbunk bed with Twin trundle
Bayside Bungalow is a unique bayside duplex with five units and a exquisite resort-style heated swimming pool. The pool area is designed to provide ample space for lounging and relaxing on comfortable chairs while enjoying the beautiful surroundings. Plus, tables, two BBQ grills, and a stunning cabana offer an exceptional outdoor living experience. If you are traveling with a large group and seeking individual spaces while still being in proximity, you can find the other four units under the name "Bayside Bungalows" on our location search page. Book your stay today!
- 1 car maximum are able to park at this home. We ask our guests to please plan accordingly and coordinate with your group. There is no overnight parking available for additional vehicles.
This property allows dogs with host approval prior to arrival. Please note there will be an additional pet fee associated, see our AMI Locals Rental Policies for full details.
This home is managed by AMI Locals, an Anna Maria Island property management company.
We do not accept reservations from anyone under 25 years of age. We do not allow persons under 25 to occupy a property unless accompanied by someone over 25 years of age.
Please Remember: "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. Excessive and unreasonable noise can deprive neighbors of the peaceful enjoyment of their private property." *Exceeding the noise ordinance could result in disciplinary actions including fines and/or termination of your rental agreement without refund.
Property manager
AMI Locals
Languages
English
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Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Heated pool
Internet
Available in the villa: Internet access
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Laundry
Laundromat nearby
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a village
Near a hospital
Near an outlet shopping centre
Near the sea
Things to do
Heated pool
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Parasailing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property is also known as
Vrbo Property
Blissful Bay at Bayside Bungalows
Blissful Bay at the Bayside Bungalows
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About the area
Holmes Beach, FL
What's nearby
Anna Maria City Pier - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
Anna Maria Island Museum and Historical Park - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
Bradenton Beach - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
Bean Point Beach - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
Anna Maria Beach - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
Getting around
Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 46 min drive
Restaurants
Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - 7 min drive
Rod and Reel Pier - 14 min walk
Two Scoops - 2 min walk
Sandbar Seafood & Spirits - 11 min walk
The Waterfront Restaurant - 1 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Condo Close to Shops, Beach, Restaurants! - Blissful Bay at Bayside Bungalow pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Condo Close to Shops, Beach, Restaurants! - Blissful Bay at Bayside Bungalow?
As of 26 Jun 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Condo Close to Shops, Beach, Restaurants! - Blissful Bay at Bayside Bungalow on 30 Jun 2025 start from £605.0, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
What time is check-in at Condo Close to Shops, Beach, Restaurants! - Blissful Bay at Bayside Bungalow?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Condo Close to Shops, Beach, Restaurants! - Blissful Bay at Bayside Bungalow?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Condo Close to Shops, Beach, Restaurants! - Blissful Bay at Bayside Bungalow located?
Situated in Anna Maria, this beach villa is within 1 mile (2 km) of Bay Boulevard Beach, Anna Maria Beach and Bean Point Beach. Anna Maria City Pier and Bayfront Park are also within 5 minutes.
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10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10
Awesome property and awesome property managers I would stay with them again
Nicole
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10
Very nice home to stay in. Beautiful well kept property.
Vanessa
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
8/10
We enjoyed it very much. Spacious kitchen - living room area, renovated shower (master) and well equipped. Pool area clean and organized, grill functioning well.
Things to improve: master bed very old mattress and box makes loud noise. Some of the dishes not perfectly clean.-
Sofia H.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
8/10
Enjoyed the simplicity of the check in, parking and ease of traveling around the island! Beautiful location and beach!
Missy P.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
8/10
Efficient layout
Kenneth A.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020
8/10
The condo was very nice and convenient.
tammy l.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
10/10
Great time great location!We enjoyed our stay this property is very conveniently located with access to the beautiful day and just a short walk or golf cart ride to the Gulf Beach. The property was Spacious and very well appointed. We would definitely stay at this property again.
Marc and Cheryl R.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
10/10
We were only here for one night; however, it was quite evident that the property was very clean, located near the water and great restaurants/shops, and we’ll cared for. It was quite private given it is a condo. Will definitely return in the future.
Matthew H.
Stayed 1 night in May 2021
10/10
Beautiful place and pictures don’t make it justice. Property was well maintained and pool was area was clean, peaceful and relaxing. Everything was to our expectations and more!
Not our first time on the island, but our first at Blissful Bay. We would recommend and stay there again.
Thanks
Noah A.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
8/10
The rooms were dark with no good view of the ocean except for one bedroom window. Easy access to trolley car.
Joan T.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
8/10
Great communication with property management. Excellent location (right across the street from the City Pier with a little beach, right by Pine Ave shops and restaurants, once you park you can walk to pretty much everything on the north side of the island! Even though other people were staying at the property we had time to ourselves in the pool area every day (but there is enough space and chairs to share the space even if we were all out there at the same time). Our only complaint is that the mattresses were so noisy, any little movement would make a loud sound and wake up anyone else in the room with you. Hopefully that can be remedied by the property owners because then the unit would be perfect. We did have a great time - Thank you!
Tiffany P.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10
We recently enjoyed a week at this newly remodeled spacious condo directly across from the beach. The unit had 3 bedrooms and more than enough living space for our family of 5 and 2 small dogs. Upon arrival we found the unit to be impeccably clean. Kitchen has all the utensils you will need. Bedding is very comfortable as is the furniture in the living room. The grounds are kept very nice. The pool and patio are excellent with plenty of patio furniture and 2 gas grills. We could not have asked for a better place to stay on AMI! The owners were both gracious and very responsive to any questions or requests. It was clear that they take great pride in their property and wanted to make sure we enjoyed our stay. Added
benefits: this condo is directly across the street from our favorite AMI restaurant (Waterfront) as well as the AMI City pier. If you want to enjoy the gulf side of the island vs the bay side, it's a 2 min drive or less than 10 min walk to the other side. We can't wait to book out next visit to Blissful Bay on AMI.
Rafael M.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
8/10
Good Points:
Location (Tampa Bay side of the island)....sunrise, not sunset views)
Location.....very close to many of the island's restaurants and shopping
Brand newly remodeled. Very very clean and well appointed.
Less Good Points:
Construction Noise (a lot) while we were there.
No communication with owner
Inconvienent entry point to condo (must walk around building). Not a big deal, but not ideal either.
Very few windows. No water views.
Stairs. Not handicapped or elderly accessible.
I have been visiting Anna Maria for over 30 years. This property is in a good location and is a fair value.
If you are looking for a nice clean property with easy access to the what the island has to offer, this would be a good choice.
If you are looking for a location on the gulf beach and want to enjoy beautiful vistas from the property, you may want to look elsewhere.
Bottom line, if you are going to be out of the property most of the time, this is a good option. If you plan on being in the condo and want nice views, there are better options (although it probably is one of the newest remodels and cleaner properties on the island)
Todd K.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2017
4/10
This property is managed by a property management with multiple properties on Anna Maria. I noticed before booking that cleaning fees including a gratuitous “linen fee” and “resort fee” despite this being essentially an apartment in a quad plex. These fees more than double the nightly rate. Before arrival I had my phone blown up with multiple phone calls, texts, and no fewer than a dozen emails stipulating all the rules of the property which weren’t outlined upon booking through VRBO, such as the imposition of pet weight limits. This may be detrimental to a traveler who has a pet over 50 lbs and is ineligible for a refund after booking through the app. Overall, the check-in process was super overwrought, and I was called ahead of time to tell me that there would be no early check-in or late check-out. (Keep in mind, checkout is an unusual time of 10:00am with no option to extend to 11). When checking in, the electronic door code did not work and I had to stand in the heat on hold with the customer service line to get someone to fix it. They promised to reset the door code but nobody ever came.
The eye watering cleaning fees do not preclude the hosts from asking guests to do chores such as dishes and take trash out during their stay.
Upon arrival I noticed the exterior areas were quite dirty with visible grime and stains on the outside banisters, stairways, and gates. There are incredibly irritating alarms on each exterior door, which I am told is due to city ordinance for pool safety, despite there being no alarm on the main gate to the pool.
The inside of the apartment was clean, however there was a large window busted out and boarded up in my suite that had not been repaired - they just closed the blinds over it. Towels and cooking implements are provided but guests must bring their own toiletries, shampoo, olive oil, filtered water, etc. This VRBO is not like a typical one where these are supplied… it’s cheaper and more inhospitable. I was tickled to find a sign in the apartment stating that only one roll of toilet paper would be provided during our stay and beyond that we would have to go to the store and buy our own. Even the salt and pepper shakers were emptied out. This just seems penny wise/pound foolish.
I think “AMI Locals” might be a better option for lodging if they offered a more hospitable experience. Overall the only winning factor was the location. Next time I will pick a different place to stay on Anna Maria.
Russell H.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
10/10
The property was great/true to pictures…great location, ample room, easy check-in.Would definitely stay again:)
Elizabeth C.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
4/10
The property overall is as described. The location is convenient and the actual unit is pretty spacious. The biggest problem for us was we were a party of seven and it is advertised as sleeping eight people. The sleeper sofa is included in the eight people and we needed to utilize that to accommodate our group. The mattress on the sleeper sofa is horribly thin and very uncomfortable. You could literally feel each bar through it. We contacted management the very next day after arrival and they said they would send somebody, which they did, and he’d told us they’d find a solution. And, through communications via text, I was told something would be done about it. I kept asking and was ignored about it. It could’ve been solved simply by getting us a replacement mattress or an air mattress. Nothing was done! And we paid an exorbitant amount of money to stay at a place that was supposedly able to sleep eight and did not even sleep seven comfortably! The last of the rant is that they give you two dishwashing tabs. We didn’t realize that we only had two until the last day when we were being considerate and were going to run the dishwasher and empty it when they told us that they only supply two. So pound wise -penny foolish. We had to leave a dishwasher full of dirty dishes for their over wrought cleaners to deal with. Just dumb.
Kerry W.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
8/10
Alexei Gonzalez
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
10/10
AMI locals were very Easy to work with. Great location and had no issues during our stay here
Brian V.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
8/10
Great location, pool was nice, check in was rough- Did not get code until 15 mins after hour while waiting in heat with an infant and toddler was not fun. Bunk room beds were quite dirty and no new things to change them with. Bring dishcloths! Board walk is across from duplex and many places to eat. Beach is a short drive away.
LISA B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
10/10
Walking location to some shops and restaurants. Across from the Anna Maria pier where the kids enjoyed fishing. Short drive to Bean Point Beach.
The property was clean and plenty of room for the 7 of us.
Cathy M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
10/10
Located on bay side, however there is a nice narrow beach with lots of wildlife (birds, manatees, fish).
Taylor N.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
10/10
We were not disappointed in the condo. Great location, close to beach and restaurants. We walked or took free trolley to all places. Close to Two Scoops ice cream and the Donut Experiment. Thank you for letting us stay in your beautiful home
Suzanne K.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
10/10
Just a really clean nicely furnished place
Really appreciated the beach towels and beach chairs
Sheila R.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
10/10
This was our favorite vacation ever! The property was located right on the water, walking distance from an amazing pier where you could fish, buy food/drink, and see amazing views. Everything was immaculate and the food on this island was to die for. We had our own heated pool with a really cute place to sun bathe. I cannot recommend this place highly enough. The property managers where very attentive and checked in frequently to make sure we had what we needed. We will be back!
Leigh D.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021
10/10
If you want to be close to the pier and some restaurants this is a very nice place to stay. Great open layout and totally updated. I had a few questions after check-in so texted with the property management, and they responded immediately both times. I would book here again.