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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Outdoor dining
A heated pool
Interior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8138 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace
  • Dryer
    Dryer

About this property

Entire place

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

Private Home with Pool, Outdoor Dining Area with BBQ - Whispering Whale Retreat

Whispering Whale Retreat by Anna Maria Vacations
Home in Anna Maria, Fl 34216
VR16-000195

Welcome to Whispering Whale Retreat, a great friends and family vacation home with four bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a fantastic backyard for entertaining! It has a sparkling pool, plenty of space to lay out and soak up the Florida sunshine, and a deck with a complete dining set and BBQ grill.

Highlights
• 10-minute walk to the beach
• Private Pool
• Less than a 5-minute walk from AMI City Pier
• Near restaurants and shops
• Outdoor Dining Area

There is a beautiful coastal seating area with two sofas and a TV, and the custom kitchen has high-end stainless steel appliances, including a wine fridge! It also has pots, pans, and utensils to prepare family favorites. Guests can enjoy meals at the banquette seating or dine al fresco on the deck on on the patio by the pool.

Your primary bedroom has nautical touches, calming blue decor, and an ensuite bathroom with a double vanity and a walk-in rain shower. The second and third bedrooms will make guests feel like they have never left the beach, and the fourth bedroom has two bunk beds, perfect for young kids! Each room is appointed with comfy mattresses, crisp linens, and TVs. There is a hallway bathroom with a shower and tub combination and a double vanity, and the room next door is where you will find the home's washer and dryer.

Room Details
-Primary Bedroom: King bed and ensuite bathroom with walk-in shower
-Second Bedroom: Queen bed
-Third Bedroom: Two twin beds
-Fourth Bedroom: Two twin bunk beds

This getaway is the perfect location for exploring; it's just minutes from the Gulf of Mexico and Bayside Beach and is a quick walk to famous Pine Ave, known for its chic boutiques, restaurants, fabulous cafes, and sweet treats! Bring your vacation dreams to life at Whispering Whale Retreat!

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This property does not allow pets.

3 cars maximum are able to park at this home. We ask our guests to please plan accordingly and coordinate with your group. There is no overnight parking available for additional vehicles.

This home is managed by Anna Maria Vacations, an Anna Maria Island property management company.

We do not accept reservations from anyone under 25 years of age. We do not allow persons under 25 to occupy a property unless accompanied by someone over 25 years of age.

Please see our Anna Maria Vacations Rental Policies for full details.

Please Remember: "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." *Exceeding the noise ordinance could result in disciplinary actions including fines and/or termination of your rental agreement without refund.

Property manager

AMI Locals

Languages

Czech, English, German, Russian, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,488 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
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

Property is also known as

931

About the area

Map
Anna Maria, FL

What's nearby

  • Anna Maria City Pier - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Anna Maria Island Museum and Historical Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Bradenton Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Bean Point Beach - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Anna Maria Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Rod & Reel Pier - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Two Scoops - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Sandbar Seafood & Spirits - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Waterfront Restaurant - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Home with Pool, Outdoor Dining Area with BBQ - Whispering Whale Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Private Home with Pool, Outdoor Dining Area with BBQ - Whispering Whale Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Home with Pool, Outdoor Dining Area with BBQ - Whispering Whale Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private Home with Pool, Outdoor Dining Area with BBQ - Whispering Whale Retreat located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Historic Green Village, Bay Boulevard Beach and Anna Maria City Pier. Anna Maria Island Museum and Historical Park and Bayfront Park are also within 10 minutes.

Private Home with Pool, Outdoor Dining Area with BBQ - Whispering Whale Retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 22 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kristen B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation
My family and I loved our stay here. The house was very close to everything. We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Georgina W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Whispering whale
House was beautiful and very clean.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Patty M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Not big enough for all beds
We tried hard to check in earlier than 4pm since no on had the house before us and we had been up since 4am. Another company we've gone with previously let us check in earlier. The house was nice and clean. However, had beds for 10 people/children but only 2 bathrooms, one of which is located inside the king room. Living area and sofas couldn't hold us all at once.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Susan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Great location. Lots of places to visit and eat within walking distance
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great island experience
This place was beautiful, very clean, and comfortable. We were 4 adults and 2 kids and it was a great experience for all. Only complaint was the communication for checking from property management. Reached out at 12 to follow up on if we can have an earlier checkin. Was told the room was finishing up from being cleaned and we would be notified when it is. Never heard anything from them after that and at 430 had to call from the property to find out how to be let on because we had still not received the final information. Outside of that the experience was great and I would strongly recommend this property
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pallas K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place in perfect location
Had a great weekend with the family!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

2/10 Terrible

john c.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Incredible miscues
Submitted formal complaint without any response. Washing machine did not work all week. It was reported immediately and never fixed/replaced. Propane tank to home ran out of gas, were without hot water and the use of the stove for 24 hours.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tami S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
We were happy to find this place so last minute. The house was clean, roomy and met all our needs. The location was close to the pier and all the small shops on Pine. We rented bikes around the corner because most of the bikes from the house had flat tires (no pump). A few other things we wish the house came with were coffee filters, laundry detergent and better hand soap but all these things were available for purchase at the local shop on Pine.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome house
This house was in perfect location to walk to both the bay and beach! Lots of space. Nicely decorated. Great outdoor space. Lots of beach chairs/bike/beach toys/etc to use.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Juan R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Birthday getaway
Loved the location of the property. Everything was clean at at arrival. The outside lighting was not working but they came out the next day to fix.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Megan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice house needs some upkeep!
Great house! Pool light could have been fixed. Asked multiple times (3) actually. Basic up keeping . Deck needs redone. Spare bedroom shower needs better drainage. Outdoor shower needs handle for use.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marnie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great retreat for a family of five
We loved the house, it was so clean and well kept. The only downside was the pool was dirty and the pool area not well kept up. We did, however, have a wonderful week!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kala S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Awsome stay great location lots of things to do! Will be back!!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Leimys R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family gathering
Loved the space it was enough for everyone in my family and we are 10. The property was clean, spacious, it had everything we needed for cooking. The pool needs a little update but we still enjoyed it. We had a wonderful time.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Diane J B.

Somewhat disappointing
Ant problem, 2 tv’s weren’t working, outside deck and stairs need work or replacement. Outside front door was filthy. Disappointed there were NO pool toys or cleaning products to help keep the place clean for 5 weeks. Inside the home was lovely however.
Stayed 35 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Paul P.

Whispering Whale
We very much enjoyed our stay at Whispering Whale and have already reserved the house for next year. The only suggestions we would have for this property is to have access to the garage and since the main entrance and exit is at the rear of this raised living area house there is no escape route in the event of a fire from the master bedroom which is situated at the front of the house. We would suggest that this should be addressed by making a portable window escape ladder available.
Stayed 20 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

phoebe m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house for family vacation
Loved the sleeping arrangements and pool nicely decorated
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nathan C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Family Vacation
3 kids, 13hr drive...this property was worth every moment...private pool, beautiful interior, beach toys and carts. Don’t book it too often we want to come back! ;)
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Brooke O., Illinois, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway!
It was a great property! Awesome location! Quiet neighborhood and close to the beach off Spring Ave! The house did need some tile fixed in the hallway and rail addressed at deck stairs, but other than that it was good! Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Alanna M., NEW YORK

Great house, awesome location!
We had an amazing week staying in your house! Only issue was master shower went super hot and then ice cold other than that perfect location & everything was great!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

PETER Z.

Great beach house, in a great location
Overall we had a great vacation at this beach house. The unit is all updated, appliances and interior and extremely nice inside. The pool was great, and the kids spent plenty of time swimming in it. We had two families there. A total of 4 adults and 6 kids, and there was plenty of room. I only have a few issues with the property, and for the price, it is very nice. Only a few issues that should be noted, that has me put this at a four. For as many as it sleeps, it only has two bathrooms. So that can be a little challenging at times. Also, the master bedroom and bath are extremely nice, but if you have two couple, there is a dramatic swing from the master to the next. The only other room setup for a couple was located at the front of the hall. Apparently, the noise carried into the room tremendously, so the couple in that room had a very hard time sleeping. Lastly, we had some issues with the power. A couple times we had the power flux and a breaker pop. This caused our internet to go out on day 2. They were having issues getting us someone to fix it, so eventually, we just fixed it ourselves, As far as I know there was no follow-up on the maintenance. All in all though, it was a great stay, and a very nice house. With a few changes though, it could easily be much more accommodating.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kristen H.

A beautiful house in the perfect location
We really enjoyed our recent stay on Anna Maria Island in the Whispering Whale retreat. The house is decorated in a perfectly beachy way. Everything, including the kitchen and bathrooms were very high end. The location is wonderful, as we could easily walk to either side of the island and visit the beaches. Close to great restaurants and shops. Perfect for 2 families of 4 (plus extra room beyond that!). Our only suggestion would be to improve the stock items in the kitchen. Kitchen could benefit from tea towels to dry dishes, a 9x13 pan, sponge to wash dishes, garbage bags, and other small items, like cooking oil, basic spices, plastic wrap, and ziplock bags. We made do, but if we had known in advance that these items were not there, we would have brought them ourselves. Overall, highly recommend the house and would definitely rent again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2018