Dinner without the car
Bridge Street is minutes away and the trolley stop is steps from the door, so evenings out need no parking hunt.
South End
Car-optional days on the south end: walking, the free trolley and biking from Bay to Beach House
How to spend days on Anna Maria Island without driving: the beach across the street, the free trolley from a stop steps away, bike rentals nearby and Bridge Street.
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- ✓Across the street from the Gulf beach, a short walk
- ✓Bridge Street's restaurants, shops, mini golf and pier minutes away
- ✓Free Anna Maria Island trolley stop steps from the house; the trolley runs the length of the island
- ✓Bike rentals nearby for longer rides
- ✓Parking right outside the front door for the car you will barely use
- ✓Private heated pool and hot tub for the hours you are not out walking
Inside the House
One block
To the Gulf beach, across the street
Free
Island trolley, running the length of Anna Maria Island
Heated
Private pool, plus a hot tub
Benefits & Outcomes
The whole island by trolley
The free trolley connects Bradenton Beach with Holmes Beach and Anna Maria City, so the car can stay parked for trips up the island too.
Beach on foot
Guests mention a short, easy walk to the beach; it is across the street, one block from the door.
Frequently Asked Questions
What can I walk to from the house?▾
The Gulf beach across the street, a short walk, and a free trolley stop steps away. Bridge Street's restaurants, shops, mini golf and pier are minutes from the house.
Where does the trolley go?▾
The free island trolley runs the full length of Anna Maria Island, from Bradenton Beach north through Holmes Beach to Anna Maria City.
Do I need to rent a car?▾
Not for daily life on the island. A car makes the airport run and mainland errands easier.
Can I rent bikes nearby?▾
Yes. Bike rentals are nearby; ask the manager for the closest option.
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