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Rum Cove-Magical Tropical Oasis: Pool/Hot Tub, Golf Cart, Kayak, SUPs & MORE

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A heated pool
Dining
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Anna Maria, FL
  • Place, Anna Maria Island Museum and Historical Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Bradenton Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Bean Point Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪41 min drive‬

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About the area

Anna Maria

A family-friendly stay in Anna Maria awaits you at this holiday home. Within a 5-minute stroll you'll find Bradenton Beach and Bean Point Beach within a 15-minute walk. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a private pool and a washing machine. .You can enjoy Smart televisions with a DVD player, and home features 5.5 bathrooms, a fireplace and a balcony. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A sofa bed, a fenced private garden and a TV are also available. .Enjoy the Hot tub and sauna. Plus you'll find laundry facilities and barbecues. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this Anna Maria holiday home include Anna Maria Beach and Cortez Beach.

What's nearby

  • Anna Maria Island Museum and Historical Park - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Bradenton Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Island Players - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Anna Maria City Pier - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Bean Point Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Sandbar Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Ugly Grouper - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Waterfront Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Ginny's & Jane E's - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Rum Cove-Magical Tropical Oasis: Pool/Hot Tub, Golf Cart, Kayak, SUPs & MORE

Welcome to the Rum Cove Experience!

This magical home is a one-of-a-kind oasis on a one-of-a-kind island located right in the heart of Anna Maria! Rum Cove is placed perfectly within walking distance to all the prime entertainment spots! You will find restaurants and so many fun little shops to check out on historic Pine Avenue, cute places to grab a cup of java, donut or waffle and of course the many beach entrances are all just steps out your front door.
Although so much is an easy stroll away, a golf cart and bicycles are also provided for exploring the City of Anna Maria.

We believe that one of the most important parts of a rental home is comfort, and this home will not disappoint. Rum Cove, just recently (2020), upgraded to a new state-of-the-art cooling system. This system is equipped with a Space Pak Air Conditioning System for the entre home plus personalized climate control units for each individual bedroom. No more arguing over who wants to sleep cool or who wants it a bit warmer! It’s all at your control!

With a resort style feel and plenty of unique places to relax and have fun, it is impossible to feel crowded at Rum Cove. The upstairs entertainment room has a large 75" TV with surround sound for late night movies. Right outside the entertainment room you will see a shuffle board table designed for those intense games. It also has a den area downstairs great for games with the kids or just a place to read a good book. This home boasts five bedrooms with five king size beds and each bedroom has its own bathroom. The master suite, on the ground level, comes with a steam shower while the upper master suite is equipped with a sauna.

The kitchen is equipped with two Sub Zero refrigerators, two dishwashers, an ice maker, Wolf oven, and plenty of cooking tools for in-home entertaining. Just step outside the kitchen to the pool deck and find a large area perfect for grilling out your favorite burgers, brats or steaks. It comes complete with a large Weber grill, mini-fridge and prep sink. As we like to say...Grillin’ and chillin' is easy at Rum Cove! If you’re the one chillin’ grab a seat and a glass and sit at the boat shaped bar to keep the cook company or grab a floaty and do some chillin’ in the waterfall rock formation pool. At the end of the day it wouldn’t be complete without a soak in the hot tub which overlooks the pool, pure relaxation!

Worried about keeping up with your putting shot? No problem, Rum Cove is equipped with a putting green so your stroke won’t become rusty. For those with more of an adventurous spirit, just launch the provided paddle boards or kayak right off the floating dock that is located on the side of the house. You also may want to consider renting a boat since Rum Cove has a dock and boat lift located right out the back door on the canal that takes you directly into Tampa Bay within minutes.

When the day is done, unwind on the upstairs patio that overlooks the pool area, turn on the fire pit, get comfy on the large sectional sofa and count the stars in the night sky.

When we say Rum Cove has it all. We really mean it! This magical home was designed to lower your heart rate and create lasting memories with family and friends.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Private pool
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 5.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the marina
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Heated pool
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels and store extra beds
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lb per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: Dogs less than 50 lbs per pet Completed pet inform

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Well behaved children are always welcomed.

Events

No events allowed
Special event permits with payment may be required

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
Note from host: Special event permits with payment may be required
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Note from host: Special event permits with payment may be required For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Rum Cove-Magical Tropical Oasis: Pool/Hot Tub, Golf Cart, Kayak, SUPs & MORE?

Yep, Rum Cove-Magical Tropical Oasis: Pool/Hot Tub, Golf Cart, Kayak, SUPs & MORE is a short 10-minute walk from Bean Point Beach. Fun beach activities include jet skiing, snorkelling and scuba diving. You can also find water sports equipment and motor boats.

Does Rum Cove-Magical Tropical Oasis: Pool/Hot Tub, Golf Cart, Kayak, SUPs & MORE have a pool?

Rum Cove-Magical Tropical Oasis: Pool/Hot Tub, Golf Cart, Kayak, SUPs & MORE has a heated pool and a pool.

What luxury perks are available at Rum Cove-Magical Tropical Oasis: Pool/Hot Tub, Golf Cart, Kayak, SUPs & MORE?

This property features a heated pool, as well as a private pool and a fireplace.

What makes Rum Cove-Magical Tropical Oasis: Pool/Hot Tub, Golf Cart, Kayak, SUPs & MORE a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub, private pools, and fireplaces all help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at Rum Cove-Magical Tropical Oasis: Pool/Hot Tub, Golf Cart, Kayak, SUPs & MORE.

Is Rum Cove-Magical Tropical Oasis: Pool/Hot Tub, Golf Cart, Kayak, SUPs & MORE family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a BBQ, as well as highchairs and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that Rum Cove-Magical Tropical Oasis: Pool/Hot Tub, Golf Cart, Kayak, SUPs & MORE is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a private hot tub at Rum Cove-Magical Tropical Oasis: Pool/Hot Tub, Golf Cart, Kayak, SUPs & MORE?

Yep, there is a hot tub.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Rum Cove-Magical Tropical Oasis: Pool/Hot Tub, Golf Cart, Kayak, SUPs & MORE?

No, Rum Cove-Magical Tropical Oasis: Pool/Hot Tub, Golf Cart, Kayak, SUPs & MORE does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Rum Cove-Magical Tropical Oasis: Pool/Hot Tub, Golf Cart, Kayak, SUPs & MORE?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Rum Cove-Magical Tropical Oasis: Pool/Hot Tub, Golf Cart, Kayak, SUPs & MORE Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 109 out of 115 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 115 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 115 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 115 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 115 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bob D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very good location
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at Rum Cove. The house was very comfortable for our group of 10, with plenty of space for everyone to relax and enjoy the trip.The owners clearly put a lot of thought into making sure guests have everything needed. We especially appreciated the well stocked kitchen, along with the golf cart, kayak, pool, and beach gear, which made the stay easy and enjoyable.We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kskeuse23

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house has everything you want and more! Our family was so comfortable. The outdoor entertaining space was second-to-none. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

B D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home, great location, wonderful amenities and great host/management people to work with. We have been come to Rum Cove for many years. This amazing home is perfect for extended family gatherings. Our grandkids love the pool, fishing off the dock, putting on the putting green, kayaking and riding the 6 person golf cart to get ice cream. The walk ability to the gulf, restaurants, shops is so nice. The fun eateries are great!!! We absolutely love this house, the location and Anna Maria Island.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful week at Rum Cove & hope to return in the future! The location is fantastic and central to everything we wanted to take advantage of - steps to the beach and to Pine Ave restaurants and shops. The house was incredibly well appointed for two families with kids - we had plenty of towels, beach toys, games, life jackets, wagon, and more. The pool setup is super fun and kept our kids entertained for hours. We really enjoyed having access to the golf cart & appreciated the visitor guides/tips provided. The management team was incredible - welcoming and responsive. We would highly recommend Rum Cove to anyone looking for a memorable getaway with a group!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nick Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and hosts. Walkable to so many spots. Good communication and quick to act when help was needed. Definitely take a right towards the beach access. Golf cart is a major plus and makes everything easy from Bean point to restaurants.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David S.

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

Family getaway

Place was top notch would highly recommend!!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

stacey s.

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

Great location

This is our second time renting this place for our family vacation and it was wonderful. Walking distance just down from beach access, shopping and food.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie W.

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

Great vacation and family home!

We stay at Anna Maria every year, this year was by far the best because of Run Cove! All the little details made it a perfect place for our family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary F.

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

Family vacation

Beautiful property!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hans-Peter W.

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

great location

a very nice stay. The property manager Dan was very accommodating and friendly. The outside area is wonderful.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kyle P.

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

Amazing property!

We were very pleased with the house, its layout and location in Anna Maria Island. Such a unique property with so much to offer!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

p S.

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

Rum Cove

We have been coming to Florida for many years, and this was our best trip yet!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra K.

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

This home is amazing!

Our group of 10 thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Rum Cove. We celebrated my daughter’s upcoming nuptials. This house had everything we needed and more. It was like our own private resort! The location was perfect - close to shops, eateries and beach. Having the golf cart was so fun! We loved every minute of our stay !
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

B D.

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

Great property

Perfect spot for an extended family vacation. Great location, walkable to beach, shops and restaurants. Amazing pool, spa and screened area. Too many amenities to mention but the house is fully equipped for anything. We are planning to return next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Val E.

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

Great for families!

There were plenty of room for 6 adults and 6 children under 9! The living from outdoor to indoor was awesome and worked well for our group. Location to beach and local shops/restaurants was great!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carl E.

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

What a great place

The property is as nice as the photos make it look. The location is great - easy to walk to the beach and restaurants & stores - and the screened in area means virtually no mosquitos. We loved it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joan M.

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

Fantastic Getaway

This property met and exceeded all of our expectations. Amenities and location were spot on. We plan to return. Thanks Rum Cove for great memories!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim L.

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

Great AM Destination

All 12 members of our family who gathered at Rum Cove for a week at Anna Maria Island agreed that this home was perfect for our needs. Location, amenities, pool, golf cart, sleeping quarters, access to the beach, etc., etc. were all fantastic. A real gem.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marie W.

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

Anna Maria Spring 2023

Goose and Gander eere terrific. Property was very user friendly location was perfect
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colleen B.

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

Excellent time!

Our family had a wonderful week at Rum Cove! We loved the house, outdoor facilities, amenities and location on the island! It was wonderful to work with Goose and Gander!Fantastic place for our family which included a 4 year old and two 2 year olds as well as 5 adults. We can’t wait to return!Colleen and Brad February 2025
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W.

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

Spring Break

Our group of 13 loved staying at Rum Cove! The location makes it easy to visit the beach, all the shops on Pine, and the bay beach. The beach theme decor is wonderful. Dan was over immediately when there was a pool issue - we didn’t even lose a day of pool fun! Being able to use the bikes and golf cart was a huge bonus!!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

B D.

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

Great vacation

This was our third year staying at Rum Cove - we love it! Great for families, the location is perfect, you can walk to shops, restaurants and the beach. The house has everything you will need for a perfect vacation. Dan and Lori are wonderful to work with, very responsive to your needs and questions and are so helpful. We planning our fourth visit next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason L.

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

Family Trip

The overall property worked very well for our family! Although the weather could of been warmer, the outdoor living areas of this house are great! We loved the location of this house being walking distance to shops, restaurants and the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike R.

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

Great house for large group!

We had a blast at rum cove! Plenty of space for Kids and adults to have their fun! Pool and outdoor space is absolutely fantastic, great for all ages. Rick was a very attentive host, answered all questions basically as they came up. Would love to stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019