"Reel Paradise" is located in Island Getaway, a hidden gem located 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! After you watch the sun set over the Gulf of Mexico, you can cook dinner in your well-appointed kitchen or walk a few blocks to restaurants, shopping, etc. An unforgettable vacation rental!

The space
A unique and unforgettable vacation experience awaits you at Island Getaway. Island Getaway is a secluded nine-unit vacation rental complex located in Bradenton Beach on Anna Maria Island. The complex has an old Florida "key west" feel. The complex is situated around a quiet, beautifully landscaped red brick courtyard, which is enclosed by the vacation units. Each unit opens onto the courtyard, offering privacy from the street and surrounding properties. The courtyard contains common areas with patio tables and chairs, walkways and landscaped areas, offering opportunities for both camaraderie and privacy, depending on your mood. The serene tropical setting is only steps from the bay on one side and the white sand beaches and warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico on the other. It is centrally located so you can walk or take a free trolley to all the nearby activities, including historic Bridge Street with its restaurants and bars, shops, mini-golf, marina and the city pier.

Reel Paradise is a one bedroom/one bath first story unit with a cozy living area with a small couch and chair. This unit is very clean & tastefully decorated with beautiful furnishings. The en-suite shower features a multi setting shower head. The fully equipped kitchen is also fully stocked with all the pots, pans, plates & dining area.

The home is well furnished, clean and equipped with everything you could possibly need. The locations is the most sought-after part of the island. It's just a short walk to the beaches, shops, bars and restaurants. We think you will see why this is the most sought-after part of the island and why AMI has been voted to the top 10 vacation destinations in the USA.

Other things to note
Island Getaway consists of 9 vacation rental units 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.

Unique Benefits

All units are accessed via the courtyard with seating areas for outdoor relaxing /dining and gas grills for cooking outside. Washer and dryer are available on site for no additional charge and detergent is provided free to guests. Each unit is supplied with beach towels and has access to beach chairs, beach umbrellas, beach carts and fishing equipment.

The entire complex is under common control and ownership and is overseen by an individual property manager with extensive experience in the travel industry who resides nearby, giving the complex the feel of a private island retreat. The property is great for extended family vacations as everyone can be on one property with the privacy of separate units.

Area Information

Need more reason to visit? Laid back and natural Anna Maria Island has miles of unspoiled beaches and old Florida charm. There are many fantastic restaurants and shopping on the Island and never a lack of things to do and see. 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.

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!