Welcome to your Gulfside, bohemian escape! Serendipity Gulf’s minimalistic, peaceful approach to decor strips away all the unnecessary to leave you with a serene oasis out to the beach that lies just beyond the back door. The clean, white decor within the home leaves plenty of opportunity for your eyes to travel out the back sliding glass doors to the ocean just beyond. Your group can snuggle into the dining nook for a cozy breakfast before heading out the back door to the beach. At the end of the day, all you have to do is make the quick walk back up to the house to take a quick shower, grab a glass of wine, and settle into either the lanai chairs or the brand-new hot tub in the evening. As the sun melts over the island, your worries will melt away, too. As night falls, your group will retreat into their own space in the 3 bedrooms within the house or the 1/1 separate cottage.
Located in the north end of Anna Maria Island, this home offers not only a tranquil ambiance but proximity to many local gems on the island. With the house comes paddle boards, kayaks, and bikes for you and your group to enjoy. Wheel a kayak down to the beach and paddle out in hopes of catching sight of a dolphin or two, or take out the paddle board for a quick morning workout on the ocean. If you aren’t feeling like firing up the gas BBQ that the house has, load up into the bikes and head down to Pine Avenue to enjoy award-winning local restaurants with your group.
From sunrise to sunset, the tranquility that Anna Maria Island has to offer is unmatched. There’s no better place to soak it all in than the bohemian chic Serendipity Gulf house. Stripping away all the extras and leaving you with just the peace of a beautiful home and the picturesque ocean, it’s impossible to not have a dream like vacation.
Note: All Guests Age 18+ must sign an Amenity & Equipment Waiver. Pre-approval of all pets required - Pet Fee per pet, Signed Waiver, and proof of vaccinations required.
Golf Cart Policy
We are pleased to offer convenient transportation options to enhance your stay. Please review our updated golf cart policy below:
All homes include a 6-passenger golf cart with your reservation.
Important Notes
All golf carts are street legal and require the following:
A signed Golf Cart Waiver,
A valid North American Driver’s License, and
Proof of Auto Insurance.
For International Guests, we are unable to provide a golf cart directly. However, we are happy to refer you to our preferred providers who offer an exclusive discount to our guests:
Beach N Rides and Rentals
The Coconut Rentals (featuring premium gas golf carts)
We hope this policy provides a seamless solution for your transportation needs. Should you have any questions or need assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
Thank you for choosing Serendipity Vacation Rentals!
Warm regards,
Lyn and Rick Puskas
Serendipity Vacation Rentals
24-hour checkin
First aid kit
Fire Extinguisher
Essentials
Shampoo
Hangers
Laptop Friendly workspace
Private living room
Suitable for infants
Electric kettle
Shower
Baby crib
Dining room
Single level home
Hot water
Private entrance
Extra pillows and blankets
Cooking basics
Beach essentials
Laundromat
Bay
Coin laundry
Duty free
Health beauty spa
Marina
Museums
Theme parks
Water parks
Winery tours
Zoo
Jacuzzi
Toilet
Car not necessary
Childrens dinnerware
Pack n play travel crib
Games
Dining area
Antiquing
Bird watching
Boating
Eco tourism
Horseback riding
Outlet shopping
Paddle boating
Shopping
Water sports
Wildlife viewing
Beach
Near ocean
Town
Village
Boat
Golf
Tennis
Luggage dropoff allowed
Long term stays allowed
Cleaning before checkout
Deadbolt lock
Emergency exit
Fire emergency contact
Hospital nearby
Medical emergency contact
Outdoor lighting
Police emergency contact
Breakfast possible
Cleaning optional
Chauffeur
Massage
Private chef
Basketball court
Cycling
Deepsea fishing
Fishing
Fishing bay
Fishing fly
Fishing freshwater
Fishing surf
Golf
Hiking
Hunting
Jet skiing
Mountain biking
Parasailing
Pier fishing
Sailing
Scuba or snorkeling
Water Skiing
Snorkeling
Snorkeling diving
Surfing
Swimming
Wind surfing
Family
Historic
Romantic
Enhanced Cleaning Practices
Contactless Check-In/Out
Fenced yard
Dishes & utensils for children
Books for kids
Meal delivery
Dining table
Outdoor furniture
Cleaning products
Body soap
Shower gel
Clothing storage
Board games
Baking sheet
Barbeque utensils
Coffee
Wine glasses
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| Rate Period | Nightly | Weekend Night | Weekly | Monthly | Min Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Apr 01 - Apr 04 2025 | $1,500 | 3 nights | |||
Apr 05 - Apr 09 2025 | $1,000 | 3 nights | |||
Apr 10 - Apr 13 2025 | $1,500 | 3 nights | |||
Apr 14 - Apr 17 2025 | $1,200 | 3 nights | |||
Apr 18 - Apr 19 2025 | $1,500 | 3 nights |
Fees:
Cleaning fee: $525
Tax Rate: 12%
Notes:
CC Convenience Fee: 4.00%
Weekly Discount: 5.00% (for stays between 7 and 27 nights)
Last updated April 01, 2025
Member since 2023
Speaks: English
LucioPerfect part of the beach . The house has a beautiful view of the water, but sits back enough to give you privacy. We loved sitting in the sunroom and watching the sun come up in the morning and the sunset at night. The house is beautifully decorated , but very comfortable. Was happy we picked the right house for our first visit to Anna Maria Island!
Stayed: December 2024 Submitted: January 07, 2025
ChloeVery responsive and friendly host. The hot tub at Serendipity was destroyed due to hurricane Milton and the host allowed us to use a hot tub at one of his other vacant properties in order to accommodate. Also responded to all messages and calls within minutes, highly recommend staying at one of their many beautiful properties!
Stayed: November 2024 Submitted: December 07, 2024
HanaAnna Maria is absolutely place to go, the best spot to stay is on the beach, where this cottage is… it is an old cottage worth more care from the owners, honestly it was not exactly like the photos - the kitchen was a bit dirty, same as the dishes, noisy beds, cockroaches everywhere, we paid for a place with hot tube - it wasn’t there and no one told us, some lights didn’t work at all the price is bit too much for what you get for. We left a day earlier because the house really disappointed us. But they communicated very well a were very friendly!
Stayed: November 2024 Submitted: November 17, 2024
SaraWe had a wonderful stay at this beautiful beachfront home. It has all the accommodations you could need, very clean and the location is close to shops and restaurants. The host was extremely responsive in communicating. If we come back to Anna Maria Island we would definitely stay here again.
Stayed: August 2024 Submitted: September 02, 2024
Maria V.La ubicación de la casa es soñada! Un pueblo de playa hiper tranquilo, con centros comerciales o restaurant a pocos minutos en vehiculo privado o con el micro publico y gratuito de la isla. Super equipada! Imposible no descansar y disfrutar!
Stayed: July 2024 Submitted: August 06, 2024
KarenWe loved staying at this home on the beach. The house was clean and comfortable and as a bonus the golf cart was included. The views from the back room were beautiful and you could see the sunset from the house. I have just a few (hopefully) helpful tips if you stay: 1 - bring some type of water shoe or something that covers your feet for the walk to the beach. The sand gets hot in the afternoon. 2 - The air conditioner will not go below 72. During the day this is perfect since it is so hot outside. At night we found it to be warm in some of the rooms. They have ceiling fans and portable fans, but not very helpful. 3 - The rental company is very responsive. Contact them if you need to. The only time we never received a call back is when the manager was supposed to help us with the air - never heard from them. (this would not impact my reviews - still such a great place to stay). Thank you for having us and we hope to be back soon!
Stayed: July 2024 Submitted: July 22, 2024
WendyJust got home and we are already looking at our calendars to book again either this fall or next spring (or both)! The home was perfect for us. Two adult couples stayed and we had everything we needed. The views were amazing. We spent most evenings on the deck watching the sunset. The garage was packed with all the beach and water toys we could needed. Golf cart and bicycles came in handy too. The owner also proved us with some local recommendations, which were great! Can’t wait to get back!
Stayed: April 2024 Submitted: April 27, 2024
StacySerendipity was absolutely spectacular!!! The location was perfect for our family and the kids! We enjoyed grilling and watching sunsets after a day out on the Gulf paddle boarding. The golf cart rides around the island were so magical. Thank you for sharing your home with us! We will be back again !!!
Stayed: April 2024 Submitted: April 25, 2024
JuliaWe ABSOLUTELY loved the house and especially the location right on the beach. The owner and the team of Serendipity were super nice responsive and kind. Everything was clean and the already provided things for our toddler were really helpful. We definitely want to come back.
Stayed: February 2024 Submitted: February 19, 2024
KimberlyThis property is as pictured and consistent with earlier reviews. Very comfortable for our adult family - 2 daughters and son inlaw. A stroll but walkable to restaurants and shops. Great enclosed backyard for our dog. On the beach and having privacy. Kitchen amenities could be enhanced for those looking for a location to accommodate cooking/dining in.Overall great stay.
Stayed: February 2024 Submitted: February 17, 2024
AmandaWe loved our trip! We were on a friends trip so having 4 bedrooms/4 Bathrooms was perfect. We could walk right to the beach. It took the host a little over a day to respond to my request about having an issue, so that was not the greatest. We weren't going to let that ruin our fun. Waking up to beach right in front of us was amazing. You could just walk out in the morning and find tons of shells and sand dollars. The hot tub was also a plus due to us having colder weather than we would have liked. All in all we had a great trip. We will be back. :)
Stayed: January 2024 Submitted: January 25, 2024
Paul C.Serendipity was the absolute perfect location for our friends Florida getaway. The beach was steps away and sunsets were amazing. The lodging was even better than advertised! Each bedroom had its own en-suite bathroom! Very quiet area but very close to some great restaurants and entertainment. Golf cart was a plus! Rick, Lyn, and Dan were excellent hosts. Would highly recommend this property!
Stayed: January 2024 Submitted: January 16, 2024
Linda W. TatyanaBeautiful serene beach right outside our backyard. We spent every night watching sunset and every day enjoying the beach and shops/restaurants in the area. The house was very clean and had a nice deck and sun room. We tried the hot tub but it was just warm and we couldn’t figure out how to heat it up. All bedrooms looked different and had a different style bathrooms attached, one of the showers was a small tub, another one was like a dark shower room and third one was a more normal shower (good to know in case you’re renting with a large group and need to share). All beds were king size, and all on the softer side. All bathroom/shower/kitchen fixtures are outdated but clean. Dishwasher works well. They have two big baskets of towels in the living room- which was very useful. Washer and dryer was also great. There is a detached bedroom/bathroom that comes off the garage. It was updated and new. Garage had lots of beach stuff like bikes, paddle boards, beach chairs. Overall 5 star stay.
Stayed: November 2023 Submitted: November 11, 2023
JanaHad a wonderful stay at this property! So many times the pictures and descriptions of homes are a bit too perfect and when you arrive there is a bit of disappointment, but not with Serendipity. Exceeded our expectations in all categories: communication, view, amenities, comfort and soothing decor! So appreciated that we were able to book for less than a week and spend a bit of heaven on earth! So glad we found you!
Stayed: October 2023 Submitted: October 23, 2023
CarrieThis house was perfect! The ocean was the backyard and it was the clearest water I have ever seen in the Gulf. The house was clean and very spacious with lots of room to hang out. The garage was full of beach extras, as well. The restaurants in the area were easy to get to and delicious! The host was very responsive and even brought us a small cooler for the beach! Would love to come back to this house again!!
Stayed: August 2023 Submitted: August 29, 2023
Laura F.I had the pleasure of staying in this beautifully designed and impeccably clean rental house. From the moment I walked in, I was greeted by an inviting and well-organized space that exuded a sense of calm and comfort. This beautiful property, provided the perfect backdrop for celebrating an intimate wedding with our parents and closest friends. It’s a true gem for a relaxing getaway and intimate gatherings. We will be back to celebrate our anniversary!
Stayed: August 2023 Submitted: August 10, 2023
Kevin B.This was our first stay at Serendipity, but will not be our last! Absolutely as pictured, if not better. House is well appointed, all beach gear supplied, and even a golf cart. The owner stopped by to say hello while we were there. Have been visiting Anna Maria for many years, and we will only stay at one of Rick and Lyn's property when we next go back.
Stayed: May 2023 Submitted: August 08, 2023
VictorAmazing location, very clean place and organized. The host is friendly and is quick to answer. The house is exactly the same as pictures. The view to the beach is beautiful and you have the private access to the beach. Really recommended, I hope to come back soon!!!
Stayed: July 2023 Submitted: July 13, 2023
Suzanne L.We had a great time. Perfect location and it was very dog friendly with the fenced in yard. We could have used a larger table or an outdoor dining table. This was our first visit to Anna Marie and we will definitely be back.
Stayed: July 2023 Submitted: July 08, 2023
Donna P.We had three couples that stayed for a long weekend. This home is immaculate extremely well kept, and so comfortable. The golf cart was certainly an added bonus. Maria was an awesome host and very responsive. I can't say enough good about this home. We will be coming back.
Stayed: May 2023 Submitted: May 09, 2023
KarineThe beach itself was gorgeous. The home has a lot of potential if they would just modernize it a bit with the amenities in the main house. I understood the concept of the design being an older style but things like toilets, kitchen appliances and AC systems could be more modern. With some items in the house, you couldn’t tell if it was a style or if the pieces were actually damaged or run down. The garage bedroom was very nice however and more modern, the only disclaimer is that there is a few frogs and outdoor bugs inside and an old odor. The cleaning staff definitely didn’t put much effort in making sure the floors and couch was spotless in the main house which I won’t put a blame on the owners for that. Also, the back sliding door to the beach did not lock. We felt a little unsafe in the main house because of that and slept in the garage room instead. There was no hot water and the jacuzzi would not heat up. All things I think, if they worked on would make the place stellar.
Stayed: April 2023 Submitted: April 25, 2023
2002 sq. ft.
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