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Dolphin Tales: Pool, Bay Views & Private Beach by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals

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Dolphin Tales: Pool, Bay Views & Private Beach by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals provides amenities, such as laundry facilities and a hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 62534 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Dolphin Tales: Pool, Bay Views & Private Beach by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals

Guests of this beach holiday home will appreciate convenient on-site amenities such as a hot tub or barbecue grills. The holiday home has 3 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a fenced private garden. A kitchen comes with a fridge and an oven, and guests will also find upscale touches, such as a private pool and a jetted bath.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers private pools and washers/dryers. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower with in-room jetted baths and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Televisions come with DVD players. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board.

Recreational amenities at the holiday home include a hot tub.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

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

Bathroom

  • 3 private bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Furnished balcony/patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2,534 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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

About the area

Located in Anna Maria, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Anna Maria Beach and Bradenton Beach. Fish Hole Adventure Golf and H2O Watersportz are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and horse riding nearby. Visit our Anna Maria travel guide
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Anna Maria, FL

What's nearby

  • Bay Boulevard Beach
    Bay Boulevard Beach
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Sarasota_AnnaMariaIslandMuseumandHistoricalPark_6295969-2
    Anna Maria Island Museum and Historical Park
    3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Sarasota, florida, bradenton beach, Shutterstock ID 1052846027, Purchase Order: Wave 0 First Batch, Order Number: , Client/Licensee: Hotels.com / BEX, Other: Mixed Budget
    Bradenton Beach
    3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Anna Maria City Pier
    18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Bayfront Park
    3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    36 min drive

Restaurants

  • Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe
    11 min drive
  • The Ugly Grouper
    8 min drive
  • The Sandbar Restaurant
    4 min drive
  • The Waterfront Restaurant
    14 min walk
  • Ginny's & Jane E's
    4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Dolphin Tales: Pool, Bay Views & Private Beach by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Dolphin Tales: Pool, Bay Views & Private Beach by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Dolphin Tales: Pool, Bay Views & Private Beach by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dolphin Tales: Pool, Bay Views & Private Beach by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dolphin Tales: Pool, Bay Views & Private Beach by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals located?

Nestled on the beach, this Anna Maria holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Bay Boulevard Beach, Bayfront Park and Anna Maria City Pier. Historic Green Village and Anna Maria Island Museum and Historical Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Dolphin Tales: Pool, Bay Views & Private Beach by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals Reviews

Reviews

Wonderful

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 26 reviews

9.2

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

STEVE A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dolphin Tales

the house was wonderful and we loved the beach and pools. the beach was great for launching the paddle boards and kayaks.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Brian M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing

We enjoyed our stay. Looking for shells and dolphins was great. It was good to unwind.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

6-day getaway in winter

Wife and I stayed for 6 days as a getaway for winter in PA. The property was as described. Easy to get around in Anna Maria. Lots of places to eat. Good views across the bay.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise

The location was perfect. The house very nice. It was so nice to have a private beach. We had a wonderful time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very beautiful property, right on the bay! They had paddle boards which we thoroughly enjoyed. Very quiet spot at the end of the road. The pool and hot tub were wonderful. We saw all kinds of sea life including a manatee! Just a short drive to the beautiful beaches. Would definitely go back. The only issues we had were blinds not functioning in one room, needs a new coffee maker and the pool lights didn’t work at night, so that was a little disappointing. Overall an excellent stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Marissa J.

Our new spot

This rental exceeded our expectations. From the property to the accommodations we had everything we could need or want. We appreciate a well kept rental with functioning appliances, equipment and extras. This rental had it all. Glad to have found a new family vacation spot!
Verified

8/10 Good

Patricia K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home and location

We loved the house and the location. We couldn't have asked for a better week. There were a few issues, but property management came out guickly and fixed them. Please note the kitchen refrig icemaker is not working and the shower in the bedroom on the main floor near the staircase does not get hot water. Overall it was a wonderful week.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Clifford P.

Simply the Best!!!

6th year on Anna Maria and this was by far our favorite house. The view is spectacular, the private beach was heavenly, the covered patio and pool were wonderful, and thank you for the heated water. It was perfect. The kitchen was well-appointed and the multiple refrigerators and wine coolers accommodated all our needs. The maintenance staff were so helpful, prompt, and we were so impressed by the service. Our guests all felt like they were in Heaven. We loved your service so much we are renting from you again next year. You made us very happy. Thank you!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

5 Stars

Dolphin Tales was everything I thought it would be and more. We rented the house for our 27th wedding anniversary. The home has wrap around views that are stunning. Sitting in the spa and looking out to the ocean was my favorite. The home was well stocked and the beds were comfortable. We had an issue getting one of the sliders open on our first day, but we called the rental agency and within the hour they had a team out to fix the door. They were great to deal with, very attentive. I have nothing but great memories and will most definitely return.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ivrimark

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Pool and Spa well maintained.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Edward S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Delilah C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The views from the back balcony are amazing! The only issue was there was only one key not two, which wasn’t really a problem for our group.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vicki F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Breathing views and relaxing stay

Check-in was seamless and hassle-free. We were trilled to find this home was accessible for our daughter who uses a wheelchair- the elevator, open floor plan and spacious wrap around porch made it easy to enjoy the stunning water views. The kitchen was fully stocked with everything we needed to prepare meals, making our stay both comfortable and convenient.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Linda C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
The property was nice with a good beach house vibe although several furnishings were dated and not very functional. Mattresses weren’t great.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Grace M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacy N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome view and location!

The house is exactly as listed. The views and location are amazing! Alyha went above and beyond to answer all our questions. I would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

gregory p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Home with Beautiful Views.

We had a great time. We'll visit again soon. G. P
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alfreda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved being on the water

We had a great time house was great, weather was not on our side, but we really had a great time anyway. We had no neighbors due to the previous hurricane.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

tara b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

AMI Family Vacation

We truly enjoyed our stay. We had everything we needed. The house and property was beautiful. There was an issue with some black mold due to a leak in the ventilation/air system. I know the rental company had sent someone out to look about repairs. And the Elevator didn’t work until the last day. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tori S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The perfect beach house

We had such a fun time at Dolphin Tales! It’s exactly as pictured and the name does not lie- we saw dolphins almost everyday! We stayed in May and the weather was absolutely perfect. The pool and private beach make it so relaxing to just walk out the door to everything you need- especially with a two year old! The wrap around deck/view is DREAMY! We walked the mile to pine street every morning- which is very doable. Ginny and Jane’s, the donut experiment and hometown desserts were a few of our favorites. The Anna Maria island pier is also walking distance and has good lunch food! The kayaks are so nice to take out from the private beach access as well! The perfect beach house for a relaxing vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

brandi f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Anna Maria Get Away

The location of the house was outstanding and the house was beautiful! Some of the furniture however was very outdated. The couch was very uncomfortable and worn. One of the beds on the second floor was extremely uncomfortable, you could feel the srings in it. The double beds on the bottom floor were very uncomfortable, you had to slam the door on the dryer to get it to shut. For the money we paid I expected better quality.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Yiddrey C.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Muy buen lugar todo serca y micha trankilidad

Nuestra estancia fue perfecta disfritamos micho de la piscina y la playa muy comoda la casa para relajarce y lo mas k me gusto fue los delfines
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jill L.

First visit to AMI

This was our first time on AMI. Loved the house - perfect location. Unfortunately we only had two days there before evacuating due to Hurricane Ian. We did manage to do a little shopping and had lunch at the Ugly Grouper the day before we left. We look forward to returning next year!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

Wonderful!

This slice of heaven is on a dead end street, it is private, spacious, open and has a wonderful view of the ocean. Also a pretty neighborhood for walks, we walked to the shops and restaurants daily. It has it's own private beach that is glorious. We stayed here for a week and enjoyed every minute of it! It was clean and well equipped. Will return!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Floyd D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Dolphin Tale

Beautiful property and location. While interior is a bit date dated, it more than makes up for it in amenities and beach front location. It would have been helpful if the owner had instructions unique to this house. Things like operating the TV and hot tub were a bit difficult to figure out. Overall though, a wonderful property in a great spot.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022