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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6111.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Bradenton Beach, Florida
  • Historic Bridge Street Pier
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Cortez Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Coquina Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Al's Dream! LOCATION - Just Steps To The Beach!

Spacious vacation home in Bradenton Beach - just across the street from the white sand and blue waters of award winning Coquina Beach!

Al's Dream is the downstairs unit of a two unit complex that makes up Cottages By the Sea. This beautiful home was recently renovated with the charm of the old south and the modern amenities that travelers want to have the perfect vacation! Comfortable seating, sleek fixtures, and new appliances will make Al's Dream, YOUR dream! Enjoy HGTV and wireless internet for all of your entertainment needs.

The kitchen is fully equip to make everything from that morning cup of coffee to be enjoyed on the big southern front porch, to a family dinner made up from your catch of the day and Farmers Market finds. There is plenty of seating indoor and outdoor to gather as a family, or a group of friends to celebrate the sunshine and sea!

The master bedroom has a king sized bed, with a master bathroom. Take full advantage of stepping out from the back door onto the deck and pool area where you can enjoy a nightcap or get in one more chapter of your beach reads! The second bedroom has a queen sized bed, and right off the living room is the third bedroom with two twin beds.

The beauty of this home extends to the lush backyard with a (shared) pool, outdoor seating, and gas grill. The location in proximity to the beach is superb! Right across the street, a 2 minute walk... and you have found paradise! The large front porch is private for your use only! Kick off your flip flops, grab a sweet tea and enjoy the abundance of Gulf breezes.

While there are plenty of bed linens, beach towels, and bath towels, there is a washer and dryer to save your suitcase from sand on the way home!

The upstairs unit, called Angie's Place, is sweet as can be, with just as much personality as Al's Dream. The 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom unit has a private balcony off the kitchen with views of the Gulf and a balcony off the bedroom overlooking the pool. Rent both units and sleep 10 of your friends or family comfortably.

Property manager

Island Dreams
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Languages

English, German

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Amenities

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Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Bradenton Beach

Located in Bradenton Beach, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cortez Beach and Coquina Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Fish Hole Adventure Golf, or check out an event or a game at LECOM Park. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and ecotours.
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Bradenton Beach, Florida

What's nearby

  • Historic Bridge Street Pier - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Cortez Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Bradenton Beach Marina - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Coquina Baywalk - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Coquina Beach - 3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wicked Cantina - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Anna Maria Oyster Bar on the Pier - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Beach House Waterfront Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Seafood Shack - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Island Time Bar And Grill - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Al's Dream! LOCATION - Just Steps To The Beach! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Al's Dream! LOCATION - Just Steps To The Beach! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Al's Dream! LOCATION - Just Steps To The Beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Al's Dream! LOCATION - Just Steps To The Beach!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Al's Dream! LOCATION - Just Steps To The Beach! located?

This family-friendly Bradenton Beach holiday home is located by the sea, just steps away from Bradenton Beach and Cortez Beach. Fish Hole Adventure Golf and Bridge Street are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 87 out of 96 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 96 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 96 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 96 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 96 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John C.

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

Week getaway

Great location for the beach, bridge street and walking trail in Coquino beach. Very clean would stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie E.

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

Perfect location

I’ve never stayed in a beach house SO close to the actual beach! Great location! Had everything we needed & so cute!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin E.

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

Bradenton Beach Basketball Trip

We loved our stay at Al's Dream. It was just across the road from the beach. The property was great and perfect for our family!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jillian M.

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

Long weekend getaway

We had a great time at Al's place. Loved the house. Loved the location! Would definitely come back again! It was the perfect vacation!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew M.

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

Great stay!

Thank you for the hospitality of our booking! Very nice place and close to the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn C.

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

Beautiful location

Great vacation location! Beautiful home! Very comfortable. Love the welcome bag with goodies for the stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

beth w.

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

Great location and cozy stay.

The property was perfect! We could not have been more happy with the area. Steps from the beach and bay, with a short walk to shops and restaurants. The home was completely comfortable and homey.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kamaria P.

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

Wonderful Oceanside Stay

Was a great place for friends and family to come together and make memories! Had everything we needed to clean, cook, and have fun. Especially the heated pool! A one of a kind. Also loved security alarms to the pool, as I have small child who gets into everything so made trip feel much safer. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connie S.

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

Family Beach Vaca

Such a great location and cute nostalgic feeling of old Florida. Easy walk to the beach. Had everything we needed. Can’t wait till next year to come again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Heath W.

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

AL'S Dream is a great place.

Home was clean and well supplied... we appreciated being able to stay with flexible date scheduling and not having tonstay a full week.. Location was nice to access the Pier street shops and food. The only downfall for us was the proximity to to public beech and how busy that area was... however, that is a prefernce to dor us.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

5 day vacation

Location was great! Right next to bus and beach. Kids loved the pool! Steps away from the beach! House was very clean. I would stay there again. My only complaint was the front bedroom was near the air conditioner which was very loud.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alix S.

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

Amazing family spot

This rental was everything we were looking for as a family. Clean, comfortable, great location and so much more. Just a short walk across the street to the beach and a few houses from the bay gave us the best of both worlds. We would definitely book again!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine J.

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

Weekend Getaway

Perfect location to shops, beach and the kids loved the backyard pool.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina T.

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

Great location and unique home

Great location with both gulf and sound just steps away, quiet neighborhood. The listing did not specify that another unit was attached upstairs with the pool/backyard being a shared space, but this was fine as it was only occupied for a few days during our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen W.

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

A Perfect Family Vacation

This place was perfect for our little family’s spring break. The place was clean and cozy, the temperature controls worked well so it was always very comfortable, the semi-private backyard pool (that we shared only with the family upstairs) was also very comfortable, the kitchen was very usable, the in-unit washer/dryer was wonderful, and the location was incredibly convenient to the beach and the “main street” restaurants. This was my family’s first time to Anna Maria Island, and we plan to come back and hope to stay at this house again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim T.

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

Life was rough while we’re up on the hard

Our boat was being repaired. So we stayed here instead of a hotel. Short answer we would do it again.
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara C.

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

Fantastic place!

My family and I truly enjoyed our vacation. The home was super cute and clean, very close to the beach. The only thing that I wish it worked was the heated pool, only one out of our 4 nights the pool was warm. Other than that we had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura G., Tampa, FL

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

Spring Break ‘24

Wanted to enjoy AMI for Spring Break and found this little gem of a property. Loved the proximity to the beach (beach access directly across Gulf Dr…literally like a 1 minute walk) and the fact that it had a cute pool to enjoy when the rest of the crew wasn’t quite ready to head out. We had 2 teen girls and me and my husband. Plenty of room for us all and great to have the 2 baths for the group. The kitchen was fully appointed, there were 2 outdoor propane grills for meals in. And for dining out, there were plenty of great restaurants within comfortable walking distance (5 min). Loved our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L., Plymouth, MI

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

A great property

Loved the private pool and backyard. Lovely front porch for morning coffee. Quick walk to the dock or the beach. Close to everything you’d need- walking or trolley! Nice that family has the upstairs unit. Only slightly odd thing- owner was around a bit including using the outdoor shower once- a bit awkward. would stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mel B.

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

Perfect location for us

We like the location of this to the beach and also to Bridge street. We had family upstairs too. A couple things the back deck isn’t good for young children with no rail, we love the buzzer on the back door, but the front door isn’t good for small kids, they can open the front door very easily. More bathroom towels would have been nice. However we were very pleased and had a great stay
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

sheila r.

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

Location location

Great cottage for our family. We rented the lower level . Loved the area and easy beach access. People renting the upstairs unit were not with us, but there were 4 adults with no kids so no issues. But I can see where others say you can hear every thing upstairs .. flushing toilets, washing machine. One recommendation…Time to upgrade the mattresses. Loved the rocking chairs on the front porch. Looking forward to renting again. Ohhh and our daughter got engaged on this trip! Lovey photos of the newly engaged couple using the cottage and the backyard as the backdrop. 😊
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

Roxanne F.

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Never Again

This was the worst vacation stay I've ever had. Location was great (beach is across the street) but the house was awful. You can hear everything (and I mean EVERYthing) the people in the unit above do - everystep they take, walking up the stairs into thier unit, flushing the toilet day and in the middle of the night, laundry, showering, talking, fighting, kids crying, everytime the bed creaks... I could go on and on. Contrary to VRBO’s commercials that are on TV all the time that clearly state the entire home is all yours THIS IS A SHARED HOME - IT IS AN OLD HOUSE THAT HAS BEEN RENO'D. DO NOT EXPECT A QUIET NIGHT EVER unless no-one has rented the upper unit. 2 Other factors to deter you: 1. the cleaning fee is high for a 1.5 hour cleaning 2. Large NON Refundable deposit. There is nothing in this unit worth anything close to the amount - is all junk.
Stayed 19 nights in Jul 2022

2/10 Terrible

Travis C.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Not as described

Let's start of by saying this is a two story house that was converted into two units, with Al's dream house on the bottom and Angie's place on the second floor. The unscreened front porch looks out onto a road which is less than 10 yards away. All you can see are cars driving by, construction and foot traffic, there are no views of the beach or ocean breezes. The quick walk to the ocean is actually a death defying walk across a 2 lane highway with bumper to bumper traffic; and I mean bumper to bumper. People stop to let you cross, but crossing with a 6 year old and 10 year old gave me heart palpitations. The beach was extremely packed and I thought I stumbled into a concert to include beer bottles on the ground, and enough weed smoking to get Snoop Dogg high. The condo and the pool are extremely small and believe me nothing like the pictures. On Sunday night the guests upstairs decided to check in 3:15 AM and let me tell you the walls are so thin we could literally hear their conversation and even better their young children were running around like a track meet, every single person was woken up by the noise. This continued for over 40 minutes then they finally went to sleep. At 615 AM our lovely new upstairs neighbors had a cell phone alarm go off for 30 plus minutes so again everyone was right back up. My family all met up in the front room and made the decision to leave. We spent the rest of the morning looking for another place to book asap. We would have left sooner however couldn't find a place until the next day. We packed up and left at 5:00AM the next morning, ending our paid for accommodations for our trip 5 days early. This was by far the worst experience I have had with vacation rental.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sandra G., Essen

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

Tolle Unterkunft in sehr guter Lage

Es hat alles soweit gepasst, nur die Betten könnten neue Matratzen vertragen. Aktuell wird hinter dem Haus gebaut und es gab einigen Baulärm. Der Rohbau ist aber schon fast abgeschloßen sollte also in absehbarer Zeit kein Problem mehr sein.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy H., AUBREY, TX

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

Easy Peasy

The property was just as advertised. The accommodations were comfortable and the location to the beach and restaurants was perfect. Trolley stop right by the property was an unexpected bonus.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

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