Starfish Cottage – 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath with Loft | North End of Anna Maria Island

Welcome to Starfish Cottage, a charming Old Florida-style retreat on the north end of Anna Maria Island, just a 5-minute walk from the beach. For travelers searching for Anna Maria rentals with private pool, this cozy 2-bedroom, 2-bath cottage with a loft comfortably sleeps up to 6 guests and features a private heated pool surrounded by lush tropical landscaping.

Inside, you'll find an open-concept living space with a dining area, kitchen, and living room furnished with luxurious deep-seat couches and lounge chairs. Hardwood floors add to the cottage's charm, while fresh linens, bath towels, beach towels, and basic toiletries help make your stay comfortable. The decor, collected over time and featuring pieces from local artists, creates a unique Old Florida atmosphere.

The Starfish Cottage has been renovated while maintaining all the charm of an old Florida Key West style bungalow. Enjoy the new private heated pool with lush tropical setting. The kitchen provides plenty of storage , a full sized refrigerator and freezer, dishwasher, range and microwave. There's also an outdoor grill. The large screened in porch features a vaulted ceiling, large ceiling fans, plenty of seating and swing bench. On the porch a dining table accommodates 8 and a small bistro table seats 2.

Inside you'll find an open concept living space where dining area, kitchen and living room have been newly furnished with luxurious deep seat couches and lounge chairs, original hardwood floors add to the charm. Fresh linens, bath and beach towels are provided along with basic toiletries. Decor has been collected over time and obtained from local artists for a unique old Florida style.

Down the hall you'll find two comfortable bedrooms, each with a queen-size bed and large closets.Master bedroom with en suite bathroom and another full bathroom is conveniently located in the hall. Climb up the spiral staircase to the quaint loft which has 2 twin beds.

The cottage is in a terrific location, immediately east of Gulf Drive, a quick 200-yard walk will bring you right to the white-sand beach. Our beach access offer public benches under magnificent Australian Pines offering shade if shade is desired during hot days. With Pine Avenue and the village of Anna Maria 2 short blocks to the north, you can walk to everything. Pine Avenue offers restaurants, shopping, community theater, historic Roser Church, and the Anna Maria Historical Society Museum. A free trolley is available to get you around the entire island all the way south to Coquina Beach. Scooter and golf cart rentals are located within 100 yards.

Free WiFi, flatscreen cable/smart TV, books, and board games provide entertainment, while a private washer/dryer lets you take care of laundry. Keyless entry at the front door ensures easy access and security. The driveway has space to park four vehicles.

A Note about children : Kids love the loft area. However, the spiral staircase could be dangerous for younger children. Therefore, this property is not recommended for children under 8 years old.

Extras You’ll Love:

1. Fully equipped kitchen
2. Complimentary High-speed Wi-Fi and Smart TVs for your entertainment
3. On-site parking for convenience
4. Professional Linen Services
5. Beach Chairs, Beach Wagon, & Beach Umbrella provided

Linens and Amenities: - The starters included are the following: 

1. Per Guest: 1 Bath Towel, 1 Hand Towel, 1 Washcloth, 1 Beach Towel , 1 Bath Mat per bath
2. Per Full Bathroom: 2 Rolls of Toilet Paper, Hand Soap, Starter size Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Wash , Cosmetic Cloth, Bath Mat
3. Per Kitchen: 1 Kitchen Towel and cloth , 1 Roll of Paper Towel, Dish Soap, Sponge, Dishwasher Pods-3 , Laundry Detergent, Garbage Bags -3

Pools : Our pools are serviced weekly. Due to the tropical nature of the island , it is not unusual to find unexpected debris in the pool. Pool heaters will not operate if the outside temperatures get below 60F . There will be days when weather conditions will to allow pool heaters to accommodate swimming. No credit, discount, and /or rate adjustments can be granted for circumstances beyond our control.

Cancellation Policy : 

100% refund if cancelled 14 days before check-in; 50% refund if cancelled 7-14 days before check-in ( minus admin fee) , 0% if cancelled less than 7 days .

Noise Ordinance :

Anna Maria Island, Florida has a noise ordinance to maintain the tranquility of the island. The ordinance prohibits loud noises during quiet hours, which are from 10 PM to 8 AM every day. 

What is prohibited? 

Loud music, including amplified instruments, Loud vehicle noises, Loud shouting, yelling, or screaming, Loudspeakers or other sound equipment for commercial advertising, Loud noises from animals.

Turtles: 

Turtle season rules (May–October):

-No lights or flashes – avoid flashlights, phone flash, flash photography at night.

-Respect marked areas – don’t write on, step into, or tamper with flagged nests.

-Leave beaches clean & flat – remove all items, fill holes, flatten sandcastles.

Shells : 

Avoid taking any shells that have living organisms inside—if it's alive, leave it be.