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9.2

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3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8177 sq m

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Pet-friendly

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Kitchen

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Anna Maria, FL

Anna Maria City Pier9 min walk
Anna Maria Beach3 min drive
Bean Point Beach4 min drive
Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)42 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

Surreal Soulshine! We had the pleasure of staying at Soulshine for the month of February. This was our first time coming...

Deborah M.

Mar 28, 2024

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

California King Bedroom, TV, Ensuite, 2nd Floor

1 King Bed

King Bedroom 1, TV, Ensuite Jack and Jill, 3rd Floor

1 King Bed

King Bedroom 2 with Twin over Queen Bunk Bed, TV, Jack and

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

California King Bathroom, Ensuite, Dual Sinks, 2nd Floor

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Half Bathroom, 2nd Floor

Toilet

Jack & Jill Bathroom, 3rd Floor

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Soulshine: Dog Friendly! Pool, On a Canal with Dock by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals

322 Tarpon Ave, Anna Maria FL, 34216

What You'll Love About This Home:
Location! On a Canal. 4 Blocks to the Beach! 2 Blocks to Bay!
3 Bedrooms / 2.5 Bathrooms
California King, 2 Kings, 1 Set of Twin over Queen Bunkbeds
Private Heated Pool
Pool Loungers
Outdoor Shower
Covered Poolside Lounge with Bar & Seating & TV
Private Dock with Canal Access
Gas Grill
Foosball
4 Balconies with Seating & Water Views
Keurig & Drip Coffee Makers
Professional Linen Service, Washer & Dryer
Complimentary WIFI
Dog Friendly! (with pet fee, see notes below)
Beach Towels, Beach Chairs, Beach Wagon
Parking for 4 Cars

Details:
With a lovely and prime location, Soulshine sits on a canal on the north end of Anna Maria. The sugar sand beaches are four blocks to the west, and they bay is 2 blocks to the east.

Have a seat on one of the many verandahs and enjoy the sparkling water views. The main living area is on the second floor and provides outstanding views from the kitchen and living room. Step outside onto the balcony and enjoy a cocktail or meal at one of the two high top patio tables overlooking the pool and canal.

A spacious master suite on the second floor boasts a California King bed with Tempur-Pedic mattress. The en-suite bathroom will amaze with an oversized shower and gorgeous stand-alone tub.

The two additional bedrooms are on the third floor and share a jack-n-jill bathroom. One of the king bedrooms has a sitting area with a sofa and a private balcony accessed by double patio doors. Take in the view and relax in the Adirondack rockers. The other third floor bedroom features a king bed and a set of twin over queen bunk beds. Each bedroom includes a king-sized bed with an en-suite bathroom, a TV and crisp linens and plush towels from our professional linen company.

Your guests will stay connected with complimentary WIFI and enjoy all of the comforts of home, including a full-sized washer and dryer.

A sparkling, heated pool is one of the highlights of backyard and is complete with pool loungers, an outdoor shower, gas grill, and a picnic table. The covered poolside entertainment area features lounge seating, a bar with bar stools and a TV.

The dock is available for fishing and accessing the canal. Have a seat on the bench and watch for the wildlife including all varieties of sea birds and possibly a manatee or dolphin!

Soulshine is located on the north end of Anna Maria and a few blocks from Pine Ave and the City Pier where you may catch the the free island trolley, which travels the entire length of the 7 miles of the island. Hop on and off at your leisure and explore shopping, dining and the beaches. The perfect location for your next beach vacation!

Soulshine is a dog friendly home! If you have added a pet to your reservation under number of pets, the fee of $150 per dog plus tax has been added to your reservation total. 2 dog limit.

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. The minimum requirement for this home is no less than seven nights. The maximum occupancy is eight.

Bedroom 1: California King with TV and Ensuite Bath on Floor 2
Bedroom 2: King with TV on Floor 3
Bedroom 3: King & Twin over Queen Bunks with TV on Floor 3

**Please note that boat lift and any onsite motorized watercraft are not available for guest use**

**Please note that left-side garage is not available for guest use**

VR16-000401

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

Your booking is with Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals. We will send you check-in instructions 14 days prior to your arrival date. We will send you our rental agreement in an electronic signature document. Please review and return to us by following the instructions.

** Your signed rental agreement must be returned in order to receive your check-in details.

VRBO BOOKINGS

Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals will charge your credit card for your deposit payment. You will also see a separate charge by VRBO for their service fee.

Your final balance is due 60 days prior to your arrival date. We will send you a final payment reminder 90 days prior to arrival. We do not automatically charge your card for your final balance.

The instructions for making your final payment will be included in your final payment reminder.

Please review the cancellation policy prior to booking.

GOOGLE VACATION RENTAL BOOKINGS

Your payment is due in full at the time of booking and the final balance information above does not apply to your reservation.

Property manager

Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets 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

About the area

Anna Maria

Located in Anna Maria, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Anna Maria Beach and Bean Point Beach. AMI Paddleboard Adventures and Fish Hole Adventure Golf are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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Anna Maria, FL

What's nearby

Anna Maria Island Museum and Historical Park - 9 min walk
Anna Maria City Pier - 9 min walk
Bradenton Beach - 13 min walk
Anna Maria Beach - 3 min drive
Bean Point Beach - 4 min drive

Getting around

Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬7 min drive
‪The Waterfront Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
‪Sandbar Seafood & Spirits - ‬12 min walk
‪The Ugly Grouper - ‬5 min drive
‪Harry's Grill - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Soulshine: Dog Friendly! Pool, On a Canal with Dock by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Soulshine: Dog Friendly! Pool, On a Canal with Dock by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Soulshine: Dog Friendly! Pool, On a Canal with Dock by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Soulshine: Dog Friendly! Pool, On a Canal with Dock by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Historic Green Village, Anna Maria Beach and Bean Point Beach. Bay Boulevard Beach and Anna Maria Island Museum and Historical Park are also within 10 minutes.

9.2

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Deborah M.

28 Mar 2024

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

Paradise

Surreal Soulshine! We had the pleasure of staying at Soulshine for the month of February. This was our first time coming to AMI and won’t be our last. Everything from booking to check in was flawless. The location was perfect, a short walk to the gulf, bay, shopping and dining. The house was well appointed with everything we needed to make this house a home. The views from every deck were fabulous and the outdoor entertainment area was a bonus. Can’t wait to return to our new found paradise!

Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

10 Mar 2024

Relaxing Thanksgiving week at AMI. House located on deep canal leading out to bay.

We spent Thanksgiving week at Camp Tarpon. It was wonderful! Outside pool area is very nice with the heated pool, hammock and boat dock. Close to shops and restaurants and about a 5-10 min walk to the beach. They had plenty of beach chairs and two wagons to use. Great place to stay!

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Cynthia G.

13 Jan 2024

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

Great place

Very clean and had everything we needed

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly F.

7 Aug 2023

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

Great location and house

We really enjoyed the house, the pool and having the dock for our boat. Would be great for a family trip, plenty of room for everyone.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Carrie G.

23 July 2023

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

A nice visit

Given the last review on this property I was worried about security, there isn’t a lock on the back garden gates but actually this wasn’t a problem for us and the house had locks on all the doors and we didn’t have any issues with any security issues it was completely fine. We felt safe in the neighbourhood, it was a lovely pleasant stay. Location is amazing and perfect and the house is a lovely size for a family and does have everything you need for your stay, I just felt the photos made it look a little more modern than it actually is. The house is quite old and tired in our opinion but that’s just down to our personal taste, we still had a lovely time. The one thing I would say if the bbq was gross, that needs to get professionally cleaned after each booking and it wasn’t. We had a great time on AMI and a few tips, get the golf cart while your there as one it great fun and the kids loved it and also everyone is whizzing around on them so it’s easier to get around and enjoy the breeze. Two get out early for dinner, if you try and go out about 7pm then some restaurants your looking at a 3 hour wait which we found out specially on weekends, it gets super busy. We made it out at 6pm most nights and we got tables straight away. Finally two scoops for ice creams are amazing and prices are so good, probably on the only thing on the island that is cheap. All in all we had a lovely lovely trip and was happy with everything, we will be back

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

2/10 Terrible

Trina H.

1 Nov 2022

Liked: Listing accuracy

Disliked: Location

ROBBED-No Security Protection

With nothing out of place AND seemingly an inside job…Someone targeted and robbed our cash money out of closet … $2113 CASH from a wallet and purse placed back looking untouched but left 1’s and 5’s in both. AMI reached out to owner and both refuse to compensate in any way basically questioning my ethics to truth of it happening. This is an expensive home to rent even in off season and has NO SECURITY CAMERAS LEADING TO 2 UNLOCKED POOL GATES NO SECURITY ALARM NO SAFE TO PUT VALUABLES IN AND AN ADVERTISING SIGN IN FRONT YARD TO SHOW IT IS A RENTAL Will not rent from AMI again and the owner clearly needs the money more then his/her guest do! TERRIBLE

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

4/10 Poor

Eva S.

30 June 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Beware of extra fees tacked onto the price

Don't be fooled by the nightly rate. VRBO and AMI LOCALS both charge extra fees, beyond the nightly rate. My rental ended up costing quite a bit more than the advertised rate. Almost 50% more. As for the rental itself, it was lovely, and the kids had fun. My only complaints were that the cabinet holding the garbage pail was broken and fell out when pulled open; the annoying pool alarm makes using the downstairs pool door by the foosball table inoperable; the old microwave is on its last leg and the light inside flickers when it's being used; and the grill had no propane in it.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark D.

8 Dec 2021

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

Great location, fabulous house

Was everything we hoped for… walking distance to everything lovely location. House was first class

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Danielle D.

21 Aug 2021

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

Amazing

Absolutely perfect family vacation. We will be back!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Julie M., Johns Creek, GA

26 May 2021

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

Paradise!

Really enjoyed our stay here. The management company was so responsive anytime we needed anything. The house was clean and beautifully decorated. Backyard was a perfect oasis. We spent most of our time at the pool. We will definitely stay there again. Thanks Soulshine.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

26 Apr 2021

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

Amazing

Just book it. You won’t be disappointed.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Naomi R.

3 Apr 2021

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

Amazing house!!!!

The pictures do not do this home justice! It is absolutely beautiful. Everything and more you can ask for in a vacation home! The kitchen was set up just like mine at hone so navigating it was easy. The pool was so nice to dip into after a day at the beach and the outdoor shower helped with all the saltwater stickiness. Very nicely arranged rooms and comfy. The management office was very nice and always there to help! Thank you so much for a wonderful two weeks!

Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Caryn G.

23 Mar 2021

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

Soulshine and sunshine...nothing better!

Absolutely perfect! The home and decor were so well thought out that nothing was missed! The house in a fantastic location, short walk to the beaches and restaurants. The views are beautiful from every deck and from the dock. We loved watching the boats go by and especially loved the dolphins and the manatees! The pool area, tiki hut and outdoor living space is amazing also. We can’t wait to visit again next year!

Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kathy H.

7 Mar 2021

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

Wonderful canal front home

The home is in a great location and was perfect for our family of 7. Everything has just been redone and the house was very clean. The pool was great and kept at a very comfortable temperature. The dock and canal were perfect and allowed us to rent a boat for the week. We really had a great time.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kasey A.

30 Sept 2020

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

Good for the Soul!!!

This property was absolutely perfect! The view from every balcony was amazing! The location was fantastic. We rented a golf cart to travel to and from the beach. The neighborhood was quiet and the backyard/pool area was private! The furniture was sturdy and clean! Overall this is by far the nicest property we have rented in the last 8 years! Thank you for allowing us to stay in your island oasis, “soulshine!”

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Melissa R.

1 Sept 2020

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

Dream House

The location of this home is unbeatable. The backyard was our own private oasis. Plenty of space and seating. The pool was so relaxing. The boys were able fish off the dock and we had a manatee visit us one morning. We rented kayaks and explored the waterways. The home is a short golf cart drive, or walk to the beach, Pine street with shops and dining, City Pier and Rod and Reel Pier. The home was spacious, clean and had everything you need to enjoy your vacation. The morning sunrise views from our balcony were unforgettable. We highly recommend this home.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Marcus C.

17 Aug 2020

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

Great time, fantastic property!

Had a great time, nice canal location allowed for great fishing and boating. Will rent again!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Marlys L., Olathe, Kansas

10 Aug 2020

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

Beautiful home and great location

Loved this home! The view is spectacular (on the canal) and has a gorgeous backyard set up with pool. Home is completely updated (very nice appliances) and the beds are comfortable (which is hard to find). Home has 3 AC units so the house was nice and cool (great for sleeping)! We rented bikes from Beach Bums and biked everywhere including to the beach. The location is perfect if you like the north side of the island. Only complaint is that the linens, quilts and towels could be more thoroughly washed and treated for stains. No one likes to sleep in a bed with stains on the quilts and linens or use a stained towel. Overall, it was the best property we've rented on AMI (this was our 4th stay on the island) and we would rent this property again!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

betty h.

29 Mar 2020

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

Awesome

We appreciated the opportunity to stay in such a beautiful place! Owners are great!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Elan V.

16 Feb 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Wonderful stay at Camp Tarpon

We absolutely LOVED staying at the property. We were pleasantly surprised when we arrive because the entire house had been completely renovated including new kitchen and appliances. They need to update the listing with new pictures of the renovated house. We enjoyed the pool and using the new kitchen. The location of the house was extremely walkable to pine ave and other great restaurants. We would definitely stay here again!

Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jeff B.

19 Aug 2019

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

Beautiful Place to Stay

The property is on the best part of the island. It was very clean and had everything we needed. The pool was fantastic and for boaters, the access to deep water was close and easy to navigate. There were just a couple of things I would have liked to be different. The AC has limits as to how cool you can turn it down in the evening. I understand why this is done, but would have liked a degree or two cooler, but it was still comfortable. The other would be the dock. While it had water, power, and a fish cleaning station it was small, we have a 21 ft boat and I wouldn't want any bigger for this dock. The boat lift seen in the picture is not for renters use. Finally, management was outstanding both before our arrival and during our stay. Any questions or issues were immediately addressed. The only reason we gave 4 out of 5 stars for the check in process was because we actually had to go to their office to check in, along with everyone else at check in time. It would have been convenient to have been texted the entry code when the property was ready, but not a huge deal. We had an amazing vacation at this property and would not hesitate to return.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

18 Aug 2019

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

Perfect Vacay

Our vacation with our friends was so much fun! We loved Camp Tarpon and our boys had so much fun staying together in the “boys room”- the bunk beds were perfect! Camp Tarpon is in the perfect location and is well equipped for having fun! We loved spending time at the pool, fishing off the dock and grilling dinner out back. We will be back again!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Camilo B.

12 Aug 2019

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

Great quiet location

Very clean property, well kept and gorgeous landscaping in the back. Although the interior needs some updating, it was a very comfortable stay. Definitely rent a golf cart to get to nicer beaches that are a farther walk. The pool was excellent and they did have various pool toys for the kids. We had a great time at Camp Tarpon and would rent this property again!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie D.

10 Aug 2019

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

Perfect Summer Getaway

We had the best time in this home...from the gorgeous waterfront views, to fishing on the dock, to relaxing in the pool...this was the perfect summer vacation getaway. Clean and comfortable with everything you could possibly need...pool floats, beach chairs, beach towels, extra bedding and pillows, and plenty of room for everyone to have space. Such a great house. We would definitely rent again in the future!

Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

13 June 2019

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

A great place to stay for taking in all ami has to offer

Perfect vacation, pool, property, dock and location are perfect

Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

About the host

Hosted by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals

Family-owned and operated, Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals offers everything you are looking for in an Anna Maria Island vacation rental company – exceptional properties and quality service with a personal touch. Whether it's a family vacation or a romantic getaway, AMLVR has something for everyone. From beachfront to bayside, you can choose from a quaint one-bedroom cottage, a waterfront condo with stunning views of the Gulf of Mexico, or a six-bedroom pool home. AMLVR's vacation rentals offer authentic island living at an affordable price.