Sand Castle

We could easily walk to the beach or use the amazing backyard pool/spa/living space. The no see ums were in abundance so it’s nice that there is a screened in balcony on the front as well. Beach was not crowded at all and has soft sand and warm water.Our family of 9 used the long long table a lot as well as the indoor basketball game. We also easily walked to the free pickleball courts.Publix also very close to get groceries. Pool and spa were very clean and the tropical environment is amazing. There were a few minor issues that management said they are going to fix.Kitchen was spacious and easy to use.

Eilynn - Posted: 7/19/2025

Highly recommend!

Joe - Posted: 6/21/2025

Thank you for choosing us for your recent stay! Every review and every star you give us makes a huge difference to our success. If you enjoyed your stay, we'd love your 5-star review! We hope to host you again in the future!

Anna Maria Paradise staff

We stayed for a family Girls Week trip. The central location on the island was perfect. The beach and the trolley stop were just 1.5-2 blocks away. Having a pool all to ourselves was a really nice treat. The house had everything we needed. Our only complaints were that the mosquitos were out in full force and sometimes drove us inside. We would definitely stay here again.

Melanie P. - Posted: 10/1/2024

Thank you for choosing our home for your family Girls Week trip and for sharing your experience! We’re delighted to hear that the central location, proximity to the beach and trolley stop, and the private pool made your stay special. It’s great to know the house had everything you needed for a comfortable getaway. We’re sorry to hear the mosquitos were a bit of a nuisance during your visit. The island's tropical environment can sometimes bring out those pesky bugs, especially during certain times of the year. We’re so glad you’d consider staying with us again, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another wonderful visit!

Anna Maria Paradise staff

Bill B. - Posted: 9/3/2024

My family (all adults) had an amazing week when we stayd at this home. The house was a great size and so welcoming. The living room, dining room, and kitchen area being open allowed us to spend time together. We loved the dining room table, which accomodated our whole group of 9 (10 person table). The living room and dining room seating was so comfortable! We loved the private back yard with pool, hot tub, and seating area with tv, where we spent a great deal of time.The downstairs had a ping pong table and basketball game, which provided a lot of fun! The beach was so close, only about a block and 1/2 walk and all beach supplies were provided. We loved the elevator, which really helped with my father and bringing in luggage and groceries. We received prompt responses from the property manager and great communication! Don't pass up this amazing house!

Michele M. - Posted: 7/27/2024

Impressed by "stocked" kitchen - well organized and I found what I needed in good shape (pots and pans, dishes, etc.). I loved having to master suites to accommodate extended family and I appreciated having a good washer/dryer to keep ahead of the laundry needs. We picked location having been there 5 years ago - love private pool and outdoor areas for relaxing and enjoying the weather. We had come prepared with needs (paper towels, trash bags, detergent, etc.) but thought AMI provided a good start. I really enjoy the locale as it seems more residential - great place to just relax and enjoy the sunshine. Also great location and access to beach. My expectations were met - thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

Cheryl - Posted: 6/21/2024

It’s great to know you enjoyed the private pool and the peaceful, residential vibe. Your feedback is wonderful, and we’re so glad your expectations were met! 💟

Anna Maria Paradise staff

Our family group of 7 adults and 2 young children had a marvelous time! The house was wonderful- clean and well equipped. Spacious and comfortable. Beach toys and wagons were super handy. The pool & hot tub were lovely And we spent lots of time enjoying both. Beach is a two block walk from the house and is beautiful. The sand is like velvet and we saw dolphins swimming by a few times. We had a special week here.

Margaret B. - Posted: 3/26/2024

We have rented several condos and homes on AMI over the past 20 years. This home had everything we needed for us, our adult children and young grandchildren. So convenient to the beach, Duffy’s, Ugly Grouper, Freckled Fin, and shopping plaza. Weather was ideal, which made for a totally relaxing and enjoyable vacation for all. Thank you AMI Locals and the property owners.

Francis B., Grand Blanc, Michigan - Posted: 3/10/2024

Frank, thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you had such a fantastic experience at the property and that it had everything you needed for your family vacation. It's great to know that the location was convenient and close to various amenities like the beach, restaurants, and shopping options. We're delighted that the weather was ideal and that you were able to enjoy a relaxing and enjoyable vacation with your family. Your kind words mean a lot to us, and we'll be sure to pass them along to our team. If you ever plan to visit again or if there's anything else we can assist you with in the future, please don't hesitate to let us know. We appreciate your review and hope to welcome you back for another wonderful stay!

Anna Maria Paradise staff

we had a great time would stay there again

Reuben S. - Posted: 12/31/2023

Thank you for allowing us to host you, Reuben. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to welcome you back soon!

Anna Maria Paradise staff

Loved staying in this house, The back yard with pool was awesome. We needed a new propane tank the first day of our vacation, and they delivered one to us within 90 minutes on Saturday evening. Plenty of beach chairs and toys also.

Nancy F. - Posted: 6/12/2023

Thank you for taking the time to share your wonderful experience with us, Nancy. We are glad you enjoyed the home, pool, and backyard. You were terrific guests, and we hope to welcome you back again soon!

Anna Maria Paradise staff

Loved the property kids were in the pool the whole time had a problem with a couple of dirty areas called they sent people the next day to clean it very happy would stay again

Brian R. - Posted: 5/17/2023

Thank you for taking the time to share your wonderful experience with us, Brian. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and that our team was able to assist with any issues. You were terrific guests, and we hope to welcome you back soon!

Anna Maria Paradise staff

This was a family vacation with our children and their families. What a great time. The house was perfect and the location was great! Walking distance to the beach and the trolley stop. We’ve never been to Anna Maria Island and it didn’t disappoint. The pool was a lifesaver since there was red tide while we were there. The owners were easy to contact and the concierge service made my life easy. Highly recommend this property for a large group. Thank you for sharing your home with us.

Marci L. - Posted: 3/29/2023

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us, Marci. We are glad you enjoyed the home, pool, location, and communication with our team. You were an excellent guest, and we hope to host you again soon!

Anna Maria Paradise staff

This was our favorite house by far! The keyless entry was a plus and property manager got back with us quickly when we ran out of propane for the grill! I had also acquired if there was a coffee pot (besides the keurig pictured) or if I should bring my own...they had purchased one before our arrival and had it placed on the counter! Swan towels were a nice touch on each bed! OVERALL AMAZING!

Sherry S. - Posted: 6/20/2022

Clean, spacious home. Back yard/pool beautiful and private. Very short distance to the beach. We already planning come back next year.

GLORIA R., Fayetteville nc - Posted: 9/17/2021

I loved the vacation this year. Weather was amazing. The sand is so fine . And really clean ..you have your shells in there as well but it was just wonderful...the sunsets are the most magical thing to watch. We also saw dolphins and manatees... The water is so clear you can see you feet on the bottom of the ocean floor. Waves are not crazy either...you can just enjoy floating around. The house was excellent very clean the elevator made it nice for the 3rd rooms to send up the luggage. The pool and hot tub was magnificent. The only thing is you will have to keep up on cleaning the pool for leaves and other plant varieties.

Kelly P. P. - Posted: 5/26/2021

We spent a week at this lovely, well-maintained home. We enjoyed the pool and hot tub and short 2 block walk to the beach. Our adult boys said they enjoyed the backyard pool more than the beach. THe beach was close enough to go during the day and then walk back for sunset. Lovely property and we hope to return.

Sacy B. - Posted: 3/21/2021

Excellent. Start to finish

David B. - Posted: 3/8/2021

We rented this home for our family vacation which included our 2 teen children and they each brought a friend. The house was immaculate upon arrival and everything we needed, wanted, and expected. Plenty of room for everyone to have their own room and space for privacy as well as plenty room for shared space to relax, hang out and watch tv, or sit around the table for some family game time! Everyone, especially the kids, used and enjoyed the pool and hot tub every night! Location is great as we were walking distance to the beach and close to shopping and dining!! Would definitely recommend and look forward to coming back!!

Deanna T. - Posted: 11/11/2020

The pool and hot tub were wonderful! The short walk to the beach is an ideal location. The home provides wagons and beach chairs to make your stay even more enjoyable. Highly recommend staying in this home!

Heidi S., Independence, MN - Posted: 8/28/2020

Thank you for your review Heidi! We look forward to having you stay with us again soon!

Anna Maria Paradise staff

Family stayed for a week during thanksgiving and really enjoyed the home. The heated pool and hot tub were great for this time of year. Property met all our expectations!!

Nicholas A., Columbus, Ohio, United States - Posted: 12/18/2019

Thank you for sharing your feedback about Sand Castle. We’re so pleased that the home was everything you expected and that you enjoyed the heated pool and hot tub. Glad you were able to spend a family Thanksgiving on the lovely Anna Maria Island. We hope you see you again!

Anna Maria Paradise staff

This home was perfect for our family. There was plenty of space for everyone, and the pool area was wonderful for young and old alike. It’s just a short walk to the beach, and the island has so much to offer. The only problem we had was that the pool filter needed to be changed to make the filtration system run properly. We ended up buying one ourselves so that we could fully enjoy the pool area. The maintenance man showed up with a new filter 30 minutes after we changed the filter ourselves (4 days into our trip). We had just lost hope that they were coming, but I guess we were just impatient.

Kristen S. - Posted: 9/21/2019

Excellent house spacesand a few steps from the beach

Verified traveler - Posted: 7/20/2019

If your traveling with a group then this is the place to rent. We had 7 people and had plenty of room. Plus they have an elevator that goes from garage to top floor. My mom struggles with the stairs and it was very helpful to have. Plus made moving luggage and trash from floor to floor a lot easier.

Jayson L., Franklin, Indiana - Posted: 6/19/2019

We were very pleased with our rental. Anna Maria island was perfect

Darrell B. - Posted: 5/12/2019

Thank you for your feedback. We're happy that you enjoyed your stay and would love to have you stay with us again soon!

Anna Maria Paradise staff

Ten of us stayed at Sand Castle for our annual extended family Christmas get-together and really enjoyed it. Communal space was not huge, but nicely laid out and comfortable, with a sweet deck among the tropical greenery off the living room, and a nice big table that accommodated the whole crew with ease. Pool and hot tub were lovely, and the ping-pong table on the lower level got a lot of play. The kitchen was well-supplied, with a great array of good pans, baking sheets, utensils for group cooking and baking (my only complaint there is that the knives in the wonderful full set in the knife block were really dull--which is totally typical for a rental, but if you're a serious cook, you might want to bring a sharpener :D). There are free tennis courts nearby, the beach a couple blocks away, and lots of good restaurants, many of which deliver. Grocery store, drug, and liquor are really close, too. And this is going to sound silly, but when I needed to go to an urgent care clinic (20 minutes away), my husband and I stopped at the McDonald's in Bradenton on Manatee Drive on the way back and had THE BEST french fries I've had in at least 20 years. It was a HUGE boon to have an elevator--I was on crutches with a sprained ankle, and several of the older family members would have struggled with the stairs, so we were all grateful for the assist! We had a couple of minor issues with a door and a running toilet, both of which were addressed quickly and with zero fuss. All in all, we had a wonderful time, the house was clean, well-stocked, and well-managed, and was this was just a really relaxed, pleasant place to hang out with the gang.

Heather C., Chicago, IL - Posted: 1/26/2019

Lovely home for our family. Lots of space. Great to have a table seating 10.

Barbara K. - Posted: 8/26/2018

Just awesome

Darrell B. - Posted: 5/17/2018

Any concern we had was handled immediately. I would highly recommend this rental. Judi G.

Judi G. - Posted: 5/12/2018

We had a really great time there!! The house and location is perfect!! Already thinking to go back next year!!

Istvan K. - Posted: 12/6/2017

My entire family of 4 adults and 2 children (ages 6 and almost 3) had a fabulous time at the Sand Castle on Anna Maria. We would definitely like to go back soon. Strongly recommend this house - very roomy and a wonderful location.

ELIZABETH H., TORONTO - Posted: 5/14/2017

A really lovely house, very close to the beach. This house is beautifully presented with excellent facilities. The addition of a lift to the top floor makes this house ideal for those with less mobility, giving them the joy of sharing in the luxury of this property. The pool and Jacuzzi were very welcome at any time of the day and provided an excellent outside space. We have stayed on AMI several times and this house is at the top of the list. We would certainly stay here again.

Marcelle T. - Posted: 11/25/2016

We had so much room and the place was so clean and close to beach. The rental company was so nice to deal with I talked to a Marsha and she was very helpful and so nice. It's my first time renting a vacation home and the process was very easy. I hope to return again someday.

Corrine W. - Posted: 11/9/2016

8 family members enjoyed the beautiful home, pool surroundings. We could not stop saying how perfect everything was. The beach is 2 blocks and gorgeous! Very close to pier for kayaking, groceries and trolley stop. We will be back as soon as possible!!!!

Heidi F. - Posted: 5/27/2016