Ideally located in the heart of Anna Maria, our retreat home is just minutes from the center of the Island, Gulf beaches, the AMI Historical Society, City Pier, and the boutiques and dining along Pine Avenue. Explore the island with ease by bike, golf cart, or the free trolley.
Picture this: soft Gulf breezes, powdery sand between your toes, and absolutely no traffic lights to slow you down. Anna Maria Island runs on "Old Florida" time—laid-back, low-key, and full of small-town charm—which makes it the perfect backdrop for a group getaway. Here's how to fill five days on the island.
Wander on two wheels (or feet): Skip the car—AMI is famously bike-friendly, and cruising the island's quiet streets is one of the best ways to soak up its rhythm. Rent bikes and pedal down Pine Avenue, the island's walkable heart, lined with boutiques, art galleries, and beachwear shops. Don't miss a round of mini-golf at The Fish Hole on Historic Bridge Street in Bradenton Beach, another prime strolling spot packed with over-100-year-old buildings, shops, and live music.
Eat Like a Local: This is a fresh-seafood, mom-and-pop kind of island—no chains, no fast food.