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Head to Manatee Public Beach for a fun afternoon with the family, or if you want to plan a romantic stroll on the shore at sunset, head to Bean Point. It is always cooler along the beach, with a refreshing sea breeze, so most beach tourists do not notice the heat during summer.Our Holmes Beach vacation rentals put you in the middle (literally!) of everything that’s great about Anna Maria Island. The average temperatures on Anna Maria Island range from a low of 72 in January, to a high of 90 during the 'rainy' season in August.

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Plus it gives visitors a chance to go indoors for a few hours to do needed shopping or a chance to visit the local attractions. The Weather - 'Bad' weather never lasts long on the beach. From Bradenton to Sarasota there are so many attractions and events, you can stay entertained literally all year long.ġ0.

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Anna Maria Island has 2 newspapers that will update you on any special events that are taking place during your stay.

Anna Maria Island's Fun and More Rentals has also partnered with Island Concierge service and. Beach Bums Rentals located on the island that will provide you with the all the little extras you will need, such as kayak, bicycle or golf cart rental. You can get a guided tour on land from Zegway By The Bay, or a guided tour by water from Almost Heaven Kayak Tours. Attractions - There is a museum, theater, art gallery, beach rental and fishing charter services available. The island consists of mainly 1 & 2 story buildings, and can be easily navigated from end to end by bicycle or trolley ride.ĩ. Plenty of island shops means visitors may never need to leave the island. The Island is Remote - You don't casually find your way onto Anna Maria Island, you arrive there because it is your final destination. The trolley on Anna Maria also provides a connection to the Long Boast Key Trolley (at Coquina Beach), and for $1.25 you can ride all the way to Sarasota.Ĩ. It's air conditioned, and there are plenty of pick-up points all across the island.

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Free Trolley - the Gulf Coast Trolley runs up and down the coast all day long. Don't feel like walking back? Simply hop on the trolley for a pleasent evening ride home!ħ. For a fabulous dinner experience, the award winning Beach Bistro is just steps away, and best of all, we can eat our dinner while the sun sets. When we stay at White Sands on Holmes Beach- we can walk along the beach south to the Beach Cafe for breakfast, At lunchtime we can walk north to the Sandbar Restaurant. Walking Distance - Dining on the beachfront when staying Holmes Beach could not get much easier.

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Both offer full sized kitchens, and comfortable living for extended stays.Ħ. These old florida style of resorts are becoming harder and harder to find, but two that we can recommend on Holmes Beach are White Sand Beach Resort, and Tropical Breeze Beach Club. They offer all the amenities we want, with the laid-back style we need, so we can relax. Accommodations - We prefer Old Florida style family resorts for extended stays. These restaurants include but are not limited to: Eat Here, Hurricane Hanks, Island Gourmet Grill, Mr Bones, Tortilla Bay, Duffy's Tavern, Feeling Swell, Ginny & Jane E's, and Sign of the Mermaid.ĥ.

Variety of Cuisines -You can find just about any type of food you would like within a few blocks of the beach. Waterfront Dining- We personally love outdoor waterfront dining and there are plenty of options on Anna Maria Island: Our favorites are: The Sandbar, Rod & Reel Restaurant, The Waterfront, The City Pier, Beach Bistro, and the Beach Cafe.Ĥ. On days when the surf is high, you will see small groups of short boarders, out in the waves perfecting their skills.ģ. The Ocean- the restless tides change the placement of sand bars under the water, but swimming in the ocean along Holmes Beach on Anna Maria Island means nice shallow areas that extend far into the ocean, especially during low tides. The beaches are usually under populated by tourists, even on weekends and holidays.Ģ. The beaches are kept cleaned of any naturally occuring debris on a regular basis by the city. The sand is soft and white on Anna Maria Island. These are our top 10 reasons why we like vacationing at Holmes Beach on Anna Maria Island.ġ. Anna Maria Island is our special place for vacationing on the beach while I am in Florida.