Beautiful North-End Home with Heated Pool and Hot Tub, 100 Steps to the Beach!
About this house rental
Water Colors by Anna Maria Island Accommodations Home in Anna Maria, FL 34216 100 Steps to Beach Highlights: -Situated on the coveted north-end -No streets to cross when heading to the beach -Private heated pool and hot tub -Ocean View -Rooftop Deck -Covered second-floor balcony -Poolside lounge area -Blu Ray player -gourmet kitchen -Seating for eight around the large living room TV -An easy stroll from some of the island's favorite spots and restaurants -The island Trolley stop is just moments away making excursions of Holmes Beach and Bridge Street well within reach -Linens are provided by our professional linen service -Dog friendly with host approval and additional $250 pet fee Room Details -Primary Bedroom, 2nd floor King bed, tv, and ensuite bathroom. -Second Bedroom, 2nd floor: King bed and tv. -Third Bedroom, 3rd floor: King bed, tv, and ensuite bathroom. -Fourth Bedroom, 3rd floor: Twin over Full Bunk with Twin Trundle and tv. -Office: Twin Sleeper Sofa Come stay at Water Colors and let the colors of the water lull you into ultimate relaxation! This property allows pets - there will be an additional pet fee associated. AMI Accommodations Pet Policy: Dogs are allowed under certain conditions and ALL animals, including service animals, must be disclosed and approved prior to arrival. We cannot accept cats. *Please note that there will be an additional non-refundable pet fee charged upon approval by AMI Accommodations. * Weight limit of 50lbs max total for 1 or 2 dogs combined. No dangerous breeds allowed. *Please note: 4 cars maximum are able to park at this home. We ask our guests to please plan accordingly and coordinate with your group. There is no overnight parking available for additional vehicles. This home is managed by AMI Accommodations, an Anna Maria Island property management company. We do not accept reservations from anyone under 25 years of age. We do not allow persons under 25 to occupy a property unless accompanied by someone over 25 years of age. Please see our AMI Accommodations Rental Policies for full details. Please Remember: "You are vacationing in a residential area. Please be a good neighbor by keeping the noise to a respectful level during the day and night. Excessive and unreasonable noise can deprive neighbors of the peaceful enjoyment of their private property." *Exceeding the noise ordinance could result in disciplinary actions including fines and/or termination of your rental agreement without refund. Vacation Rental Certificate VR18-000060
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
Hot Tub / Spa
TV
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Reasons to book
People love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for pets
Includes essentialsPool, Pets allowed, Kitchen / Kitchenette and more
££££
Reviews
4.7/5.0
Outstanding(25 Reviews)
5.0
We enjoyed this home very much. It was so close to the beach and had a great view of the ocean from the deck. Home had plenty of space. Location was fantastic!
5.0
What an amazing house! So close to the beach and walking distance to so many things. We loved it!!
5.0
Was a great house pool and hot tub were wonderful and was so close to the beach and other activities
5.0
Beautiful, hit all elements needed and great location
3.0
Location is great, house is generally very nice but a few issues. Floors were dirty, I stepped in something sticky right at entrance to loving room and used a wet towel to wipe it up and the towel turned black from the dirt. Given there wasn’t a rush to get it ready before our arrival and they didn’t allow me to enter early because they ‘were still cleaning’, this was disappointing. I took Uber from airport and since I didn’t have a car I sat on front porch for 3 hours while they were ‘cleaning’, and of course there wasn’t anyone there, that is just there way to tell you to wait until checkin. Garage door openers didn’t work, reported 1st day that they weren’t getting power, left them up all week, they sent someone to look and told me they would have to call electrician. Second day the washer died, however I suspect they knew there was issue because they didn’t even offer to have someone come look they had a new washer dryer delivered the next morning. Elevator stopped and was stuck in blackness for a few minutes, finally powered off and then on and it must have reset it. Sent their maintenance guy to look at it and he sent it up and down a couple of times and said it was fine. Not sure I would trust it. Pool heater stopped working day or 2 after we arrived. Sent their maintenance guy out and he said he would have to call the ‘vendor’. Somebody showed u; last day we were there and replaced a 10 dollar capacitor and said give it 24 hours to warm up. Lol, I had to be out by 10am the next day. Asked for a credit since we couldn’t use pool and received no response
Workers showed up and blocked driveway 3 days in and started working at side of house, I asked what they were doing and they feigned they didn’t speak English. I say that because when the enforcement officer stopped and told them to move his truck he all of a sudden could speak English. Anyway, called office and told them they had people onsite and they said there shouldn’t be as they didn’t schedule anything. They called back and said the owner had scheduled direct and they weren’t aware, had the workers leave and reschedule. Got a ticket for parking over the sidewalk because garage door snafu. My fault, should have known better. WARNING. They are serious about their parking i/enforcement, saw multiple people getting tickets. Lastly, I would suggest they inventory the kitchen.. No hot pads, only non stick skillet had the Teflon mostly peeled, and only one decent knife
3.0
Location is great, house is generally very nice but a few issues. Floors were dirty, I stepped in something sticky right at entrance to loving room and used a wet towel to wipe it up and the towel turned black from the dirt. Given there wasn’t a rush to get it ready before our arrival and they didn’t allow me to enter early because they ‘were still cleaning’, this was disappointing. I took Uber from airport and since I didn’t have a car I sat on front porch for 3 hours while they were ‘cleaning’, and of course there wasn’t anyone there, that is just there way to tell you to wait until checkin. Garage door openers didn’t work, reported 1st day that they weren’t getting power, left them up all week, they sent someone to look and told me they would have to call electrician. Second day the washer died, however I suspect they knew there was issue because they didn’t even offer to have someone come look they had a new washer dryer delivered the next morning. Elevator stopped and was stuck in blackness for a few minutes, finally powered off and then on and it must have reset it. Sent their maintenance guy to look at it and he sent it up and down a couple of times and said it was fine. Not sure I would trust it. Pool heater stopped working day or 2 after we arrived. Sent their maintenance guy out and he said he would have to call the ‘vendor’. Somebody showed u; last day we were there and replaced a 10 dollar capacitor and said give it 24 hours to warm up. Lol, I had to be out by 10am the next day. Asked for a credit since we couldn’t use pool and received no response
Workers showed up and blocked driveway 3 days in and started working at side of house, I asked what they were doing and they feigned they didn’t speak English. I say that because when the enforcement officer stopped and told them to move his truck he all of a sudden could speak English. Anyway, called office and told them they had people onsite and they said there shouldn’t be as they didn’t schedule anything. They called back and said the owner had scheduled direct and they weren’t aware, had the workers leave and reschedule. Got a ticket for parking over the sidewalk because garage door snafu. My fault, should have known better. WARNING. They are serious about their parking i/enforcement, saw multiple people getting tickets. Lastly, I would suggest they inventory the kitchen.. No hot pads, only non stick skillet had the Teflon mostly peeled, and only one decent knife
5.0
Water Colors checked all of the boxes for our perfect family getaway! The beach is steps from the home which made our trip so much easier with a baby. Restaurants, shopping and ice cream are all within a block from the home! We spent a lot of time in the great pool and hot tub. We will return!
5.0
Everything you need to enjoy Anna Maria Island!
5.0
I can’t recommend this property and island enough! We had a fantastic long weekend with our family and friends. Our kids loved the beach and the afterbeach pool. The location is perfect, half a block from an amazing beach and in the middle of shops and restaurants. The house if perfect for 2 families and fully equipped. The only regret is that we should have stayed longer! There’s a million things to do!
5.0
Long weekend getaway
Everything you need to enjoy Anna Maria Island!
5.0
Will definitely come again!
I can’t recommend this property and island enough! We had a fantastic long weekend with our family and friends. Our kids loved the beach and the afterbeach pool. The location is perfect, half a block from an amazing beach and in the middle of shops and restaurants. The house if perfect for 2 families and fully equipped. The only regret is that we should have stayed longer! There’s a million things to do!
5.0
The house and location were great. It’s literally 4 houses in from the beach! The beach area by the house was quiet in mid-November but not empty, and the sand was the nicest I’ve ever seen. The water is quite shallow and there’s a sandbar about 50 ft out, perfect for young kids! The heated pool was also great and so was the hot tub and covered outdoor area! The house had plenty of space for twin 3 year olds, parents, grandma and an aunt. We could have easily had a few more and not felt cramped. We loved being a short walk from Pine and there is a great restaurant at the end of the block and another a couple blocks down on the beach (the Porch and the Sandbar). There are many more options in walking distance too.
We did have a few complaints but nothing was a deal breaker:
-Our access code never worked for the keypad so we had to call to get a workaround. We were able to get in at arrival only because the door wasn’t locked!! We did rent cribs for the kids and a stroller so I assume the delivery/setup people are at fault for the door being unlocked when we arrived.
-It took us a few days to figure out the hot tub and heated pool system because it isn’t explained in the book or any materials we noticed. If the hot tub is on, then the heated pool is not. If the hot tub is not on, then both are heated to the temp of the heated pool.
-The grill had not been cleaned in a very long time which resulted in a small grill fire
-There’s literally no cleaning supplies or any kitchen basics (salt, pepper, etc.). Maybe this is a Covid policy, but I’d think at least cleaning supplies would be a good idea.
We would definitely consider this home again if we visit AMI in the future!
10.0
The house and location were great. It’s literally 4 houses in from the beach! The beach area by the house was quiet in mid-November but not empty, and the sand was the nicest I’ve ever seen. The water is quite shallow and there’s a sandbar about 50 ft out, perfect for young kids! The heated pool was also great and so was the hot tub and covered outdoor area! The house had plenty of space for twin 3 year olds, parents, grandma and an aunt. We could have easily had a few more and not felt cramped. We loved being a short walk from Pine and there is a great restaurant at the end of the block and another a couple blocks down on the beach (the Porch and the Sandbar). There are many more options in walking distance too.
We did have a few complaints but nothing was a deal breaker:
-Our access code never worked for the keypad so we had to call to get a workaround. We were able to get in at arrival only because the door wasn’t locked!! We did rent cribs for the kids and a stroller so I assume the delivery/setup people are at fault for the door being unlocked when we arrived.
-It took us a few days to figure out the hot tub and heated pool system because it isn’t explained in the book or any materials we noticed. If the hot tub is on, then the heated pool is not. If the hot tub is not on, then both are heated to the temp of the heated pool.
-The grill had not been cleaned in a very long time which resulted in a small grill fire
-There’s literally no cleaning supplies or any kitchen basics (salt, pepper, etc.). Maybe this is a Covid policy, but I’d think at least cleaning supplies would be a good idea.
We would definitely consider this home again if we visit AMI in the future!
5.0
Great location and loved the house
The house and location were great. It’s literally 4 houses in from the beach! The beach area by the house was quiet in mid-November but not empty, and the sand was the nicest I’ve ever seen. The water is quite shallow and there’s a sandbar about 50 ft out, perfect for young kids! The heated pool was also great and so was the hot tub and covered outdoor area! The house had plenty of space for twin 3 year olds, parents, grandma and an aunt. We could have easily had a few more and not felt cramped. We loved being a short walk from Pine and there is a great restaurant at the end of the block and another a couple blocks down on the beach (the Porch and the Sandbar). There are many more options in walking distance too.
We did have a few complaints but nothing was a deal breaker:
-Our access code never worked for the keypad so we had to call to get a workaround. We were able to get in at arrival only because the door wasn’t locked!! We did rent cribs for the kids and a stroller so I assume the delivery/setup people are at fault for the door being unlocked when we arrived.
-It took us a few days to figure out the hot tub and heated pool system because it isn’t explained in the book or any materials we noticed. If the hot tub is on, then the heated pool is not. If the hot tub is not on, then both are heated to the temp of the heated pool.
-The grill had not been cleaned in a very long time which resulted in a small grill fire
-There’s literally no cleaning supplies or any kitchen basics (salt, pepper, etc.). Maybe this is a Covid policy, but I’d think at least cleaning supplies would be a good idea.
We would definitely consider this home again if we visit AMI in the future!
5.0
Watercolors was a great house to rent. We were there for a week in November. The weather was great. We loved the house and the island. We will be back to visit AMI and Watercolors again.
5.0
Time away
Watercolors was a great house to rent. We were there for a week in November. The weather was great. We loved the house and the island. We will be back to visit AMI and Watercolors again.
5.0
Really nice place with plenty of space. We love the 4 different outdoor levels including the rooftop to watch the sunsets and the stars over the Gulf of Mexico. Great location to walk to great coffee shops and the beach. The pool was well maintained and very enjoyable. The place is quite large, you may feel there's a bit too much space for one family of 5. Highly recommend!
5.0
First of all this property is very nice and the location is incredible. I do want everyone to know they do not allow you to modify the A/C below 72. When I found this out I tried calling but had to wait until someone was available in the office. They agreed to lower it but only to 70. My two children sleep with scarfs and bonnets, on silk sheets, and are used to 68 which seems like a reasonable number. I'm on my vacation, at a place that costs quite a bit per night, and I want to be comfortable. To me, this is ridiculous and unnecessary considering the cost of the property. There were a few others things at the property that didn't work like lights, the ice maker, and water dispenser. I notified the company and I believe they are getting those items addressed but didn't have time to during our stay due to shipping times. The house was very clean and neat, the couches were comfortable which is surprising for a rental so that was nice. The beds and linens were about as nice as you'd expect. The best part of the property is the pool, and proximity to the beach which was never even close to crowded even on a holiday. Overall the property was nice, I think the maintenance part could be stepped up a bit, and the A/C policy is unfortunate but if stay there again if they allow me to adjust it.
5.0
Fantastic accommodation and location
Really nice place with plenty of space. We love the 4 different outdoor levels including the rooftop to watch the sunsets and the stars over the Gulf of Mexico. Great location to walk to great coffee shops and the beach. The pool was well maintained and very enjoyable. The place is quite large, you may feel there's a bit too much space for one family of 5. Highly recommend!
5.0
Very Nice Location
First of all this property is very nice and the location is incredible. I do want everyone to know they do not allow you to modify the A/C below 72. When I found this out I tried calling but had to wait until someone was available in the office. They agreed to lower it but only to 70. My two children sleep with scarfs and bonnets, on silk sheets, and are used to 68 which seems like a reasonable number. I'm on my vacation, at a place that costs quite a bit per night, and I want to be comfortable. To me, this is ridiculous and unnecessary considering the cost of the property. There were a few others things at the property that didn't work like lights, the ice maker, and water dispenser. I notified the company and I believe they are getting those items addressed but didn't have time to during our stay due to shipping times. The house was very clean and neat, the couches were comfortable which is surprising for a rental so that was nice. The beds and linens were about as nice as you'd expect. The best part of the property is the pool, and proximity to the beach which was never even close to crowded even on a holiday. Overall the property was nice, I think the maintenance part could be stepped up a bit, and the A/C policy is unfortunate but if stay there again if they allow me to adjust it.
4.0
great location, wonderful pool, comfortable house
4.0
Beach house
great location, wonderful pool, comfortable house
5.0
Our family (three kids) stayed at AMI during an impromptu spring break. The property is large and well appointed, beach vibe throughout. Pool was perfect for the mornings and after the beach. Loved walking 2 minutes to such a beautiful beach, very quiet except on the weekends when there was a good beach scene. We would love to return!
5.0
Gorgeous AMI Beach Rental
Our family (three kids) stayed at AMI during an impromptu spring break. The property is large and well appointed, beach vibe throughout. Pool was perfect for the mornings and after the beach. Loved walking 2 minutes to such a beautiful beach, very quiet except on the weekends when there was a good beach scene. We would love to return!
4.0
This house is more than perfect... location can not be beat and it’s so darn cute.
Given the price of a weekly rental, the quality of linens was disappointing. They are practically see through and ALL of the pillows need to be replaced. They are in really bad shape.
The kitchen is lacking a few helpful basics and the frypans should probably be replaced but all in all it’s above and beyond fantastic. I would have rented again for next year on the spot but it’s already blocked off. Wasn’t sure why the mgmt. company offers to roll your deposit over if it’s unavailable.
Anyway... it was a fanstastic week.
It’s a fantastic home.
4.0
Picture perfect location!
This house is more than perfect... location can not be beat and it’s so darn cute.
Given the price of a weekly rental, the quality of linens was disappointing. They are practically see through and ALL of the pillows need to be replaced. They are in really bad shape.
The kitchen is lacking a few helpful basics and the frypans should probably be replaced but all in all it’s above and beyond fantastic. I would have rented again for next year on the spot but it’s already blocked off. Wasn’t sure why the mgmt. company offers to roll your deposit over if it’s unavailable.
Anyway... it was a fanstastic week.
It’s a fantastic home.
5.0
Our family needed this vacation! Perfect home to completely relax, unwind and enjoy being together! ❤️
5.0
AWESOME FUN🌴☀️
Our family needed this vacation! Perfect home to completely relax, unwind and enjoy being together! ❤️
5.0
Excellent location and great house!
AWESOME place! It fit two couples and 4 teens nicely and had bedding for one more. It wasn’t in the info but there is a pull out chair for one in the loft. The pool was great! Nice to have although not very refreshing as it was HOT the week we were there. Location was PERFECT! We could easily get all our gear to and from the beach. The beach was nice as well and not very crowded. This made it easy to social distance. We cooked all but two meals in and swam in our private pool and the beach was open enough that we were far from others. My only complaints are the alarm EVERY time you went in and out the slider door. I realize this is a safety issue but being a homeowner with a pool- I know there are far more effective ways to safeguard your pool from little ones. The alarm DID have a high up bypass button coming in or out but the door is super heavy and it literally only gave you five seconds to get out and shut the door. 10-15 seconds seems more reasonable as if I had my hands full I literally couldn’t get out and shut the door in time before the alarm went off. The only other complaint is that the second floor deck and the captains nook deck were only accessible through the master bedroom. People wanted to drink their coffee up there in the am but didn’t want to wake/disturb the occupants of the master bedroom. A set of stairs from the main floor to the 2nd story would resolve this. Overall the place was clean, functional and beautifully decorated. The master was AMAZING and had gulf views. We would stay here again and thoroughly enjoyed our week!
4.0
Very Good Experience Overall
Nice house with lots of features—e.g., bedrooms, baths, pool, hot tub, decks, roof deck...
Great location near the town of AM (e.g., Ginny and Jane E’s) and four houses in from the beach...
Insufficient towels upfront (addressed quickly), and a bit pricy for what it was, but enjoyed our stay nonetheless!
4.0
Great house in a great location, less than a block from beach on the north end of Anna Maria Island.
Property and location were great! Enjoyed the pool and porch and top deck.
My husband and son said it wouldd have been nice to have activity under the house near seating area to play.
Could have used some proper cleaning tools (clean broom and glass cleaner) to keep up on the house while there. In some areas more than just surface cleaning was needed (masterbath shower and door & window tracks). Other than that, very happy with property.
5.0
Great house
Close to beach, house is perfect for large group, would rent again!!
5.0
Watercolors
Had a great week.
5.0
Watercolors is stunning
We loved the accommodations and location. Hope to come again soon. Very well done thru out.
5.0
Amazing House
We were absolutely thrilled with this property. We've stayed at other houses in Anna Maria and other vacation spots and this was one of the best houses. Things were clean and in good working order. We had almost everything we needed in the kitchen to cook our meals (not always possible in some vacation homes). A couple of things that were not on the online listing are that they supplied us with about 10 pool towels (we wish we hadn't packed ours after seeing them!) and one of the bedrooms on the main floor does not have an ensuite bathroom - it's a full bathroom, but it is in the hallway and not accessible via the bedroom. Not a huge deal for us, but it may be for someone so hopefully they correct the listing. Again, everything was amazing - location was perfect!
5.0
Great for a family of 8!
We loved Water Colors. We had our 3 married adult children with us. The 4 bedrooms and baths were spacious and comfortable. The kitchen was very well-stocked. We are in 4 nights and really enjoyed eating out on the porch overlooking the pool. The beds were comfortable and we each had plenty of privacy. The beach was 100 steps from the home for an easy walk which made for easy up and back sun breaks / lunch. We enjoyed the pool every afternoon, and the outdoor shower made for easy cleanup. We walked to several great local restaurants. This was our first trip to AMI and we loved how convenient and quiet it was. We’d highly recommend this home and plan to rent it again ourselves.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Anna Maria Island?
The average price for a rental in Anna Maria Island is £265 per night. This rental is £800 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Beautiful North-End Home with Heated Pool and Hot Tub, 100 Steps to the Beach!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Beautiful North-End Home with Heated Pool and Hot Tub, 100 Steps to the Beach!. Enjoy the water!
Is Beautiful North-End Home with Heated Pool and Hot Tub, 100 Steps to the Beach! pet friendly?
Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Beautiful North-End Home with Heated Pool and Hot Tub, 100 Steps to the Beach!?
We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen / kitchenette, and internet / wifi.
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