Relaxation at Sunset Terrace

AnitaM (Mooresville)
Review submitted: May 17, 2013   Date of arrival: April 20, 2013

We loved this condo! This was our first time to rent from Vacation Rentals and we were a little nervous about everything going smoothly.Everything went GREAT!The owner John checked on us to make sure we got in ok and again later in the week to make sure everything was going good.The condo is beautifully decorated and very well stocked just like home with everything you need for the beach.The bed was very comfortable too.We loved being able to walk to the shops and restaurants.The wall of sliding glass doors open all the way across and we saw dolphins every day.Beautiful view! Good food at Rotten Ralphs,Oyster bar,Sharkeys,Tiki Bar,and Columbia Restraunt on St Armond Circle..Thank John we will be back!

Recommended for: adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway

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Paradise Found!

hazeleys (Chenango Forks)
Review submitted: April 11, 2013   Date of arrival: April 6, 2013

Absolutely loved our time at Sunset Terrace! We've been to AMI several times and stayed in various places - this condo is by far, the best! The location on the island is perfect- within walking distance to some very nice restaurants and just a short drive to the local Publix. The beach was great, and when we weren't at the beach, the heated pool was fantastic. The view from the porch is amazing! The pocket doors open up and you feel like the beach and ocean have come to you! John and Cindy have made sure that everything you need is right there in that condo. We felt like we were at home - away from home. John was attentive and very helpful from the moment we booked the condo. Couldn't have asked for a more peaceful, relaxing week! Staying at John and Cindy's lovely place on the beach has convinced us that AMI is the place for us to retire. Thank you John and Cindy!

Recommended for: age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers, girls getaway

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Winter getaway

Heather (Ontario Canada)
Review submitted: April 1, 2013   Date of arrival: February 16, 2013

I had the pleasure of renting the condo for 3 weeks this winter.the condo was everything that was promised clean and well appointed John did a great job with the renovations. The sliding glass doors open completely so you can hear and see the ocean. The sunsets were beautiful . The pool was heated we were able to swim everyday.This was a very relaxing vacation. The condo is centrally located to grocery stores ,restaurants and shopping. Fishing at the pier was great. Atmosphere on the island is very relaxed I felt safe while I was staying there. John was great checked with me several times during my stay to see if there was anything I needed.I definitely would rent the condo again. Excellent rental property granite counter tops , stainless steel appliances washer and dryer there was everything you could possibly need for a great holiday. Will be back again later this year to enjoy beautiful Anna Maria Island. Thanks so much Heather ( Ontario Canada)

Recommended for: age 55+, girls getaway, sight seeing, romantic getaway

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First Stay on Anna Maria Island

Mark T. (Colchester, Connecticut)
Review submitted: January 22, 2013   Date of arrival: January 12, 2013

We took a day trip to the island a year ago, and since our first trip I made it my personal goal to spend at least a week on Anna Maria Island. It was well worth the wait. The Condo was in great condition and John the owner was very attentive and responsive to all my questions (One of my pet peeves is when someone does not respond to inquires or return phone calls). It’s always refreshing when a location looks just likes the advertised photos. My daughter is an amateur photographer and found plenty of photo ops during our stay. One of our favorite places to eat is the Anna Maria Island Beach Café. You walk the beach heading north for less that a ½ mile to breakfast,lunch or dinner and its very affordable. We don’t have space for all the great stories we can tell you about our stay but one thing I must say is that this condo made our stay very enjoyable. Thanks John, we will be back.

Recommended for: age 55+, families with young children, tourists without a car, romantic getaway

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Perfect Condo for 2

Aunt Keek (Elizabeth, PA)
Review submitted: November 6, 2012   Date of arrival: October 27, 2012

In the past, we had been to Anna Maria Island for family gatherings and rented large homes in either Holmes Beach or Anna Maria City. This time, it was just my husband and me and our first experience in renting a condo in Bradenton Beach. Let me just say that it will not be our last!! This condo is a perfect getaway for 2 people. It sits right on the beach and when the pocket doors (which run the width of the condo) are open, it feels as if you are sitting right on the Gulf of Mexico. You have a wonderful view of the ocean from the lanai, livingroom and kitchen. When the doors are open, you can even hear the surf in the bedroom, which sits on the street side of the condo. The condo is very well equipped, clean and so comfortable. Everything we needed was right there at our fingertips. The pool is very nice and we liked having our own parking spot underneath the condo complex. The owner (John) was very helpful prior to our arrival and checked in several times to be sure we were comfortable and if we needed anything from him. This area of AMI is a little funkier than Holmes Beach or Anna Maria City and has a nice selection of restaurants and things to do. We especially enjoyed our dinner at Sharkey's and the pizza at Oma's is very good. There is also a restaurant named Peaches that sits in a small shopping complex near the intersection of Manatee and Gulf. It is only open for breakfast and lunch and the food is very good. We ate there several times during our stay. In short, we absolutely loved our stay at this condo and are already planning our next visit. The next visit will be for two weeks as one week is not enough time to enjoy all the things that this condo has to offer.

Recommended for: age 55+, girls getaway, sight seeing, romantic getaway

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Oceanside Paradise

Diana (Indiana)
Review submitted: October 31, 2012   Date of arrival: September 8, 2012

If you love listening to the ocean, this is the perfect place to be! I highly recommend this condo. I spent a week of relaxation here right on the beach. It was so nice to lay on the trundle bed in the living room and let the waves lull me to sleep. If I didn't feel like going out on the beach I would sit on the lanai and watch and listen to the waves from there. I saw dolphins swimming by several times (usually in the morning and in the evening). I even got to see one jump out of the water. There was usually quite a few different kinds of birds hanging around also. I love the white sand! This condo was quite comfortable and clean and had just about anything you would possibly need for your stay. I hope to go again as soon as possible! The only thing I didn't like about this place was having to leave.

Recommended for: age 55+, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway

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Absolutely Fantastic!

Dawnie (Naperville, IL)
Review submitted: October 29, 2012   Date of arrival: October 13, 2012

My vacation goal was to hear nothing but the ocean, sit and absorb the view and love my surroundings in a safe environment. THIS PLACE IS NOW MY 'YEARLY VACA SPOT'. I stayed for 10 night/11 days at condo 101 and was absolutely blown away. The pictures truly do not do it justice. It was beautiful. The layout was great, the condo was impeccibly clean, the location rocked and the view was breathtaking. I felt incredibly safe (very important), slept like a rock and was truly in heaven for the time I was there. The access to the beach and the ability to take a short stroll or a long one, all the way to the top of the island, was something I never tired of doing. Whenever I got tired, I would head to the main road and wait for the trolley to take me back to the condo. I loved the fact that the trolley stops were very close to the condo and ran as frequently as they did. Plus, it's free! Walking around Anna Maria and Bradenton Beach "downtown" communities was refreshing as the people were very friendly. Whether they were locals or vacationers, they were all uber friendly. John was incredible - connecting with me throughout my stay to ensure I was content and had everything I needed. I didn't need to purchase anything - the condo had all the amenities of home. When I did think about work, the wifi was great to have. Wal-Mart is only 6 miles away down Cortez (head south on Gulf Drive and it's a stoplight turnoff), which was great. The blackout shades were awesome, however, if I wanted to catch a sunrise, I had to set my alarm or else I would sleep right through it. :) If you are looking for an amazing place to stay, with the best service, search no more. THIS IS THE PLACE TO STAY.

Recommended for: age 55+, families with young children, sight seeing, tourists without a car, romantic getaway

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Just Like Home, but What a View!

Larry and Shirley (New Castle, IN)
Review submitted: October 18, 2012   Date of arrival: October 7, 2012

All the comforts of home, but right on the white sand of the Gulf. Sun, surf, and sand-this condo has it all! The big pocket sliding doors leading to the screened balcony overlooking the beach provided an awesome view-just what we wanted.

Recommended for: age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers, girls getaway, sight seeing, romantic getaway

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Simply wonderful

Pappa (Basingstoke, UK)
Review submitted: October 6, 2012   Date of arrival: September 16, 2012

It is a wonderful condo and well appointed with everything we could need for our 9 days there. The owner John could not have been more helpful from the time we first enquired about the condo till our checkout. It is in a superb location for either relaxing or sightseeing. Lots of lovely restaurants within 15mins drive. Access to the provided beach towels and chairs was a real bonus. We went in mid September and will go again at this time. The sun was shining, the beaches were empty. This condo is in an excellent position to enjoy this amazing part of Florida.

Recommended for: age 55+, families with young children, sight seeing, romantic getaway

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Paradise, Perfect Beach & Condo, GREAT LOCATION!!!

Arlet (Miami, FL)
Review submitted: August 25, 2012   Date of arrival: August 11, 2012

We stayed at Sunset Terrace #101 from August 11 - 18 and had the BEST beach vacation ever. The owner, John, contact us on several occasions to make sure all was perfect and provided useful information on the island. If you are lucky enough to be reading this review, LOOK NO FURTHER AND RENT THIS UNIT. The condo is directly on the beach and location is perfect. I searched for properties on AMI for over a month and always came back to this rental and I am so glad we stayed here because the amenities were great. The Condo is exactly as depicted on the pictures and description. It is very comfortable, large and clean. The building is well kept and has 18 units, so we felt as if we were on our own private beach. When you enter, there is a covered parking lot, a storage unit next to the parking with beach chairs, etc. and the stairs that lead to the unit. The unit is very private because there is no one on either side, only one unit above. As you enter the unit, the large master with double french doors, wood floors and small patio is to the left, and includes a private bath and walk-in closet (with plenty of beach towels, extra pillows and linens). The bed is VERY comfortable and you will sleep like a baby. There is a TV, Bose stereo and large dresser for storage. The hallway from the master has a 1/2 bath to the left and continues to the kitchen and living area. The kitchen with an open view of the ocean is very large and comfortable and includes a small dining table and stacked washer and dryer which were very convenient. The appliances are all brand new and the large granite countertop is beautiful. The kitchen is fully equipped and even has a small pantry and counter with 4 stools. The living room has wood floors and is very large. There is a leather couch and chair, a trundle bed, a small desk and flat screen TV. There is an IPod docking station and free WIFI, which we loved having. The pocket doors in the living room open to a 20 foot opening onto the lanai and the views and sound of the ocean are breathtaking. The lanai has a bar table with 4 chairs where we had breakfast each morning and watched the sunset in the evenings. On 3 occasions we saw dolphins. This unit is 100 steps to the beach from the bottom of the stairs. You can't get any closer to the water. Time stands still on AMI. There is a lot to do if you choose to or you can just relax all week. There are cute shops, great restaurants and the beach is absolutely perfect. It is a total Paradise!!

Recommended for: adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway

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2 Weeks in Paradise

Janet & Gary (Missouri)
Review submitted: August 14, 2012   Date of arrival: June 16, 2012

We spent 2 weeks in this condo in June and have talked about it every day since. First and foremost, we love Anna Maria Island. There are great, reasonably priced restaurants and it's easy to get around. No matter where you stay, the water isn't very far. The beaches are fantastic and the water is usually calm and clear. We've come to AMI for four years. This year was extra special because of this condo. John and Cindy have done a great job updating their unit, but the most spectacular amenity is the view....WOW! This is the second year we've rented a condo from the Littles. John makes sure you have every thing you need and that it's all working properly. Can't wait for next year's visit!

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Perfect Vaca

julie d. ()
Review submitted: July 25, 2012   Date of arrival: July 7, 2012

My daughter and I spent a fabulous week at Bradenton Beach Sunset Terrace #101. The number is deceiving...the condo is really on the second level over the parking garage! We were thrilled to find a huge balcony on this fully remodeled and updated end unit. The stainless appliances, wood floors and granite countertops were so appreciated and such an upgrade compared to other rentals we've had. I was amazed at the quality and quantity of linens, dishes and cookware. We make many of our own meals so this was great. We packed all of our own beach gear to bring...just in case. There was no need as the owners keep a well-stocked storage closet in the covered parking area next to the beach! Chairs, noodles, rafts, umbrellas, toys, a boogie board and a skim board!! Although T.S. Debby did considerable damage to the south of us our beach was awesome. Crystal clear water in gorgeous shades of blue and green. So much better and cleaner than at Clearwater Beach.
Upon arrival the owner contacted us to make sure everything was up to par and to welcome us. The week passed way too quickly but every day was fantastic. Thank you so much for sharing this treasure.

Recommended for: adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers, girls getaway, sight seeing, tourists without a car, romantic getaway

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Perfect Vacation

julie d. ()
Review submitted: July 25, 2012   Date of arrival: July 7, 2012

My daughter and I recently stayed at this cute condo on Bradenton
Beach and were so pleased. One never knows what to expect as some of the on-line photographers are quite ingenious! We were happy to find that this property exceeded our expectations. The condo had recently been updated with wood flooring, granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. I brought extra glasses, dishes, paper towels, toilet paper, corkscrew and on and on because of past injustices. I needn't have gone to all that work because our place was so well stocked on everything it was unreal! Pots, pans, utensils, plastic storage, foil, plastic wrap, plastic bags, kitchen, laundry and bath soaps and cleaning supplies, tons of towels and everything you'd need beachside: chairs, rafts, buckets and diggers. Even a boogie board and skim board! Tropical Storm Debby had done tremendous damage to the beach south of us but our area was beautiful. It's so hard to describe the difference in the water here as compared to the Clearwater area. It reminds me of Bimini- crystal clear with gorgeous shades of blues and greens.
the beach is never packed so there's plenty of privacy. If you're not a beach lover ther's a beautiful pool right on site. Another plus was the covered parking. Being an end unit, there were more windows and , tons of foliage and a huge balcony to view the nightly sunsets.
Also impressive was the attention given by the owner, John, wanting to make our stay memorable. Thank you so much for sharing your jewel!

Recommended for: adventure seekers, girls getaway, sight seeing, romantic getaway

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perfect for 2

Lynda (Hamilton ON Canada)
Review submitted: June 26, 2012   Date of arrival: June 9, 2012

We have stayed at both of John's prperties now. This partcular one is perfect for the two of us. The location was great and for us it was easy to walk to Bridge street. For those not inclined to walk there is the trolley. The sunset swims were great!!

Recommended for: age 55+, romantic getaway

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sunset terrace 101 may '2012

rainman38501 (cookeville,tn)
Review submitted: May 20, 2012   Date of arrival: May 12, 2012

i have a family of four and we spent a week here at sunset terrace! it was wonderful.the pictures and the description cannot do justice to what you experience when you open that 18ft sliding door all the way open!! my wife and i spent many hours on that lanai with a cold drink or hot coffee in our hands! we watched the waves,boats,swimmers and beach goers.it was the first thing we did when we got up and the last thing we did before bed! you can take everything else away and the view would be worth all the money! and then theres more! the pool is heated and very welcoming after a long day out! parking is at ground level under the condo,so when its raining you can bring groceries or yourself up to the condo very dry!we went to wal-mart and winn dixie and stocked the unit with food for the week!we saved a lot of money cooking in verses eating out every night. this unit is fully furnished with dishes,cookware,silverware,knives,bowls,coffe and drinking cups,mixer,cutting board,coffe maker,fridge,stove ect.the bedroom and bed are nice and have lots of comfy pillows and bedding. two tv's with cable and a phone you can use! its like i was home but at the beach. the shower is amazing. the washer and dryer was super convenient as we washed a lot of swimwear and towels! most condo's dont have in unit w&d's or even on sight service so this was nice! the unit has a nice desk and chair on which i put my laptop and used the wireless internet that is included with it! the beach is beautiful and you can see all the way up the island. with binoculars the view is even more amazing!you can walk or jogg the entire length of the island if you wish and alot of people do! if you dine out, THE BEACHHOUSE restaurant has an awesome menu and an outdoor dinning experience you must try! the ANNA MARIA CITY PIER has bait for fishing,a restaurant and HOWIE has been playing live music on that pier for 16 years and can play just about anything you want.you can rent a scooter and putt around the island and soak up the vibe of relaxation! sunset terrace 101 will allow you to experience island life the way people with big money do for a working mans price!john,the owner,called me a couple of times and made sure everything was in order and asked if there was anything we needed? you are not going to get that level of service at any condo i've heard of! we are staying here again next year and i am counting down the days! thanks john, you have a four star condo ! well see you next summer!

Recommended for: adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers, girls getaway, sight seeing, tourists without a car, romantic getaway

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