Florida Villas in Anna Maria Island

When you think of Florida - Orlando, alligators and Mickey Mouse probably come to mind – but staying in Florida villas on Anna Maria Island is the State’s best kept secret.

Florida Villas

If you’re thinking of renting one of the many Florida villas for your next holiday, think outside the box. There are amazing Florida villas in areas you might not have first thought of for a vacation.

Anna Maria Island

Anna Maria Island on the Gulf Coast has always been known for its white beaches and emerald seas. A popular day-tripper’s paradise, it’s now in vogue with locals and tourists alike for its unhurried tropical living. Popular with honeymooners, the young at heart and even Hollywood film crews, everyone is chasing a little piece of paradise on this island in the sun.

Picture perfect

The tranquillity and romance of the island make it the perfect place to pitch up in one of its luxury Florida villas and shut the big, wide world out for a few weeks. Watch the sun rise over Tampa Bay and set over the Gulf of Mexico from the spectacular views from your Florida villa. As the official tourism website states: “Unlike other popular Florida cities with their theme parks and water slides, there are no lines on Anna Maria Island, except for the ones you draw in the sand.”

More reasons to visit

Unlike other Florida villas, those on Anna Maria give you access to pristine beaches and much more besides, including award-winning restaurants and speciality shops. There’s a wide range of accommodation on the island to suit every budget – Florida villas can be fit for the A-list jet set or you can rent a rustic cottage on your island in the sun.

Cast yourself away

Anna Maria Island is surrounded by the Gulf of Mexico on the west, Tampa Bay and Anna Maria Sound on the east and Sarasota Bay to the south. It’s the perfect location to get away from it all, but still be close to everything you ever need.
Jet skis, angling, picnics in the bay and cycle rides are all great ways to pass the lazy days if you’re staying in luxurious Florida villas on Anna Maria Island.

Fun facts

• In 1948 MGM brought Esther Williams and Peter Lawford to the island to film, On an Island with You.
• 1n 1998 the island returned to the big screen for the film noir, Palmetto starring Woody Harrelson and Elisabeth Shue.
• Other movies featured include, Out of Time with Denzel Washington and The Perfect Storm, starring George Clooney.

Florida is the top destination for attractions, sights and scenes. Florida Villas Direct offer first class accommodation in and around Disney and The Gulf Coast, where white sands and emerald waters await you. All our Florida villas are privately-owned and looked after by local management companies. Standard features include air con, master bedroom en-suite, cable TV and fully equipped kitchens with washer dryers. Let our experience and knowledge of Florida assist you in booking your holiday home. Call us on 44 (0)1798 345900.